Charlie Sheen Fired From 'Two and a Half Men'

After lead actor on 'Two and a Half Men', Charlie Sheen lambasted writer/creator Chuck Lorre in a radio rant late in February, Warner Bros has decided to fire him.

Sheen had also recently demanded $3 million to return to the show, this after having the show suspended due to Sheen's rehab.

Warner Bros. executives said in a statement yesterday, “After careful consideration, Warner Bros. Television has terminated Charlie Sheen’s services on Two and a Half Men, effective immediately.”

Sheen is reportedly happy about this news.

According to TMZ.com, Sheen has said, “This is very good news. They continue to be in breach, like so many whales. It is a big day of gladness at the Sober Valley Lodge because now I can take all of the bazillions, never have to look at whatshisc**k again and I never have to put on those silly shirts for as long as this warlock exists in the terrestrial dimension.”

Last week 'Two and a Half Men' fans asked for John Stamos to replace him.

That's a nice gift John.

(via TorontoSun)

Jimmy Fallon's Charlie Sheen Impersonation

"The sketch, which comedically sells "Winning," the new fragrance from Charlie Sheen, ran on Wednesday night's show."

Check out the Jimmy Fallon Charlie Sheen Impersonation over at Huffington Post.

Charlie Sheen's Recent 20/20 Interview

Lots of news surrounding Charlie Sheen's "insane" rants as of late.

Check out Charlie Sheen's 20/20 video over at ABC.

Check out the article / interview over at People.

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!

Today marks what would have been Dr. Seuss' 107th birthday.

Theodor Seuss Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss created many characters that have delighted children around the world. His most iconic was the Grinch, and the Cat in the Hat.

Geisel was born in Springfield, Massachusetts, who managed his family's brewery and supervised Springfield's public park system. He attended Dartmouth College in 1921, joining the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity and the Dartmouth Jack-O-Lantern, a humor magazine. After being removed from extra-cuirrcicular activities because of drinking gin while National Prohibnition laws were in effect, he assumed the pen name Seuss. He later entered Lincoln College, Oxford and met and married Helen Palmer in 1927.

He submitted humorous articles to Judge, Saturday Evening Post, Vanity Fair and Liberty. He made money by working on drawing advertisements for the likes of General Electric, NBC and Standard Oil and many more. It was at this time that he wrote a few children's books.

In WWII, he began drawing political cartoons, denouncing Hitler and Mussolini and isolationists. He then worked on posters for the Treasury Department and the War Production Board.

Later in his life, he moved to La Jolla, California and returned to creating children's books.

Horton Hatches the Egg(1940), If I Ran the Zoo, (1950), Horton Hears a Who!(1954), If I Ran the Circus (1956),"The Cat in the Hat", How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1957) and Green Eggs and Ham (1960)

in 1954, Geisel was asked to create a well loved book using 250 words that 1st graders should recognize. He returned with Cat in the Hat.

In 1968, Geisel married the woman he had been having an affair with, after his wife committed suicide the year earlier. He then devoted most of his time to writing children's books.

President Obama named March 2nd "Read Across America" day in his honor.

Dr. Seuss died in 1991 at the age of 87.

(via CBSNews and Wikipedia)

Meredith Baxter Alleges Ex David Birney Abused Her; New Book "Untied"

On the "Today" show, Meredith Baxter alleged that her former husband David Birney used to hit her during their 15-year marriage.

Baxter called herself "mousy and quiet and retiring" and explained that's why Birney chose her.

According to People.com, she said ""It was so sudden and unexpected, I couldn't tell you which hand hit me, or even how hard... I do recall thinking, 'I'd better not get up because he's going to hit me again."

Check out Meredith Baxter's new book "Untied".

(via NYDailyNews)

Christina Aguilera Arrested for "Public Drunkenness"

Christina Aguilera's boyfriend Matthew Rutler was booked for suspicion of drunk driving after he was pulled over earyl this morning near Sunset Blvd and Clark Street for "burning rubber" and speeding. Seputies soon determined he was under the influence of alcohol.

Aguilera, also in the car, was "very intoxicated" and was taken into custody on suspicion of public drunkenness, though it is reported that no criminal charges will be sought against the singer, as it was for her own safety. The arrest will be on her record though.

(via LATimes)

Deadliest Catch's Justin Tennison Found Dead in Alaska Hotel Room

33-year old Justin Tennison, crew member on reality television show "Dealiest Catch" was found dead in a hotel room in Alasks, on Tuesday.,

Lietenant Randy Rosencrans advised that the cause of death was unknown though an autopsy was to be performed this afternoon. Reportedly there was marijuana and a bottle of alcohol in the hotel room.

Deadliest Catch's Captain Andy Hillstrand posted the following on Facebook:

"It is with great sadness that the Time Bandit family announces the death of crew member Justin Tennison. Justin died peacefully in his sleep the night of Feb. 21, 2011" and "Justin was tough as a bull and was an all-around good hand. The captains and crew appreciated his hard work and many contributions this past year. We will miss him terribly and wish his family all the best during this most difficult time."

(via ABCNews)

the Monkees First UK Tour in 12 Years

Starting in May, the Monkees, Davy Jones, Mickey Dolenz and Peter Tork, will be starting their first UK tour in over a decade. Forming in the '60s for an American television series, the Monkees created such hits as I’m A Believer and Last Train To Clarksville.

On Friday, 25th February, the Monkees tickets will go on sale for the following dates:

 

Echo Arena, Liverpool – 12th May
Manchester Apollo – 14th
City Hall, Newcastle – 15th
Clyde Auditorium, Glasgow – 16th
Royal Albert Hall, London – 19th
City Hall, Sheffield – 20th
NIA Academy, Birmingham – 21st
Plymouth Pavillions – 23rd
CIA, Cardiff  – 24th
Royal Centre, Nottingham – 25th

the Monkees Wikipedia Page

(via CaughtOffSide)

Lifetime's "Amanda Knox" Story Cuts Murder Scene Reportedly

Lifetime's "The Amanda Knox Story", the story of the stabbing death of UK student, Meredith Kercher in Perugia, Italy in November of 2007, reportedly had to cut out the gruesome murder scene after Knox and Kercher's families complained.

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'Amanda Knox Story', starring Hayden Panetierre (center), is about the murder of Meredith Kercher (bottom left) and Amanda Knox's (top left) conviction.

 

In 2009, Kercher's roommate Amanda Knox and her boyfriend Raffaele Sollecito were convicted of sexually assaulting and killing Kercher. An additional murdered, Rudy Guede was also convicting of participation in a separate trial. Appeals are currently under way.

The movie is airing on "Lifetime" on Monday at 9pm.

(via NYDailyNews)

Bonnaroo 2011 Lineup Has Been Leaked

Bonnaroo is being held in Manchester Tennessee, on June 9-12.

The Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival was first held in 2002 and is an annual four day music event which includes multiple stages of live music, featuring  ”a diverse array of musical styles including indie rock, world music, hip hop, jazz, americana, bluegrass, country music, folk, gospel, reggae, electronica, and other alternative music.” (Wikipedia)

This year, headliners will include: Eminem • Arcade Fire • Widespread Panic • The Black Keys • Buffalo Springfield feat Richie Furay, Stephen Stills, Neil Young, Rick Rosas, Joe Vitale• My Morning Jacket • Lil Wayne • String Cheese Incident • Robert Plant & Band of Joy • Mumford & Sons • The Strokes • The Decemberists • Ray Lamontagne • Bassnectar • Iron & Wine • Girl Talk • Primus • Dr. John and The Original Meters performing Desitively Bonnaroo • Alison Krauss & Union Station • Pretty Lights • Florence + the Machine • SuperJam featuring Dan Auerbach and Dr. John • Explosions in the Sky • STS9 • Gogol Bordello • Beirut • Big Boi • Scissor Sisters • Gregg Allman • Ratatat • Robyn • Warren Haynes Band • Deerhunter • Opeth • & Many More! (via Bonnaroo)

Check out Famecrawler, for the full list.

CBS Reporter, Serene Branson's Baffling Babbling Backstage at Grammy's

Last night, CBS reporter, Serene Branson, was reporting live backstage at the Grammy’s, when she started having difficulty with speaking. She began uttering what sounded like gibberish. Viewers believed she may have had a stroke on the air.

CBS L.A. stated, “Serene Branson was examined by paramedics on scene immediately after her broadcast. Her vital signs were normal. She was not hospitalized. As a precautionary measure, a colleague gave her a ride home and she says that she is feeling fine this morning,” CBS

Check out the video of Serene Branson's Grammy Coverage / Possible Stroke (via HollywoodGossip)

(via OKMagazine)

Top Science Fiction Movies in 2010 (per Moviefone)

 

2009 was a delicious buffet of 'Moon,' 'District 9,' 'Avatar,' 'Pandorum', 'Watchmen' and 'Star Trek.' 2010? Not quite as amazing. Still check out Moviefone's tops from 2010.

10. 'Tron: Legacy' -- Awesome special effects and nostalgia coming out the yin-yang.

9. 'Predators'

8. 'Metropia' -- made in Sweden, this animated film is about mind contol in an underground society.

7. 'Splice' -- interesting throughout and definitely strange. You should go into it doubting it will be good, then you'll probably enjoy it.

6. 'The Book of Eli' -- stylish, interesting film. For me though, the hook just didn't catch. 

5. 'Daybreakers' -- there are much better vampire films. But a vampire movie is still awesome because it's about vampires.

4. 'Exam' -- a "captivating premise that manages to engage even on repeat viewings". I haven't watched this yet, but it's on my list to see. Intriguing.

3. 'Monsters' -- a low-budget (made with 3 people) alien invasion movie. It is "essentially a road movie about the miraculous-yet-mundane aftermath of an alien invasion".

2. 'Inception' -- a very awesome film. The special effects were spectacular, and the plot was definitely satisfying enough. It's been a long time since a movie actually fooled me and kept me guessing.

1. 'Never Let Me Go' -- about a beautiful English boarding school and the children in it. Once they leave the walls of their home, the truth comes out.

(via Moviefone)

Early 2011 Grammy Winner Results

 

 

Best Long Form Music Video - The Doors ("When You're Strange)

Best Historical Album - The Beatles (The Original Studio Recordings)

Best Surround Sound Album - Brittens Orchestra

Best Remix Recording, Non-Classical - Revolver (David Guetta's One Love Club Remix)

Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical - Battle Studies

Best Album Notes - Keep An Eye On The Sky (Robert Gordon)

Best Instrumental Arrangement - Carlos

Best Instrumental Composition - Billy Childs

Best Short Music Video - Lady Gaga

(via Examiner)

Wiz Khalifa Tops the Charts, Graces the Cover of Vibe

 

23-year old Cameron Thomaz, aka Wiz Khalifa, will grace the cover of March's VIBE magazine, along with Bruno Mars and B.o.B., with the emblazoned title, "the New Pop Music". Khalifa's new album, "Black and Yellow", which stole the #1 spot on Billboard last week, is to be released March 29th.

 

Also in the news, last November, Khalifa was arrested on marijuana trafficking and possession of drug paraphernalia charges after his East Carolina University gig.

(via LongIslandPress)

All in the Family's Betty Garrett Dies of an Aortic Aneurysm

Actress, comedienne, singer and dancer, Betty Garrett died of an aortic aneurysm on February 12th at the age of 91.. Spending much of her early career on Broadway and touring with her nightclub act, Garrett was signed by MGM in the late '40s. Her later career involved her role on All in the Family as the neighbor Irene, and in Laverne & Shirley as the landlady Edna, which won her a Golden Globe award for Best Supporting Actress in a Series.

Garrett then performed in a series of small roles for shows such as: Murder She Wrote, the Golden Girls, Boston Public and Grey's Anatomy. 

In 2003, Garrett received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and was honored for her 90th birthday.

(via Wikipedia)

 

2011 Grammy Awards & Nominees

The Grammy Awards will be held on February 13th on CBS at 8pm ET/PT

Check out the annual Grammy Award nominees CD.

 

1. Record Of The Year

Nothin' On You - B.o.B Featuring Bruno Mars

Love The Way You Lie - Eminem Featuring Rihanna

F*** You - Cee Lo Green

Empire State Of Mind - Jay-Z & Alicia Keys

Need You Now - Lady Antebellum

 

2. Album Of The Year

The Suburbs - Arcade Fire

Recovery - Eminem

Need You Now - Lady Antebellum

The Fame Monster - Lady Gaga

Teenage Dream - Katy Perry

 

3. Song Of The Year

Beg Steal Or Borrow - Ray LaMontagne, songwriter (Ray LaMontagne And The Pariah Dogs)

F*** You - Brody Brown, Cee Lo Green, Ari Levine, Philip Lawrence & Bruno Mars, songwriters (Cee Lo Green)

The House That Built Me - Tom Douglas & Allen Shamblin, songwriters (Miranda Lambert)

Love The Way You Lie - Alexander Grant, Skylar Grey & Marshall Mathers, songwriters (Eminem Featuring Rihanna)

Need You Now - Dave Haywood, Josh Kear, Charles Kelley & Hillary Scott, songwriters (Lady Antebellum)

 

Check out the full list of Grammy Nominees.

 

Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged Trailer

A movie adaptation of Ayn Rand's 1957 novel Atlas Shrugged has been highly anticipated by many and will finally see it's release on April 15th of this year.

Rand's philosophy of Objectivism, an argument that pursuing one's own happiness ultimately leads to the betterment of society as a whole, is at the heart of the novel.

Taylor Shilling stars as Dagny Taggart, a railroad executive who tries desperately to keep her business alive while everything around her is crumbling. Also starring Edi Gathegi, Paul Johannson and Matthew Marsden, the movie is to be in three parts, though additional funding and sufficient interest in the movie will be required in order to make the two sequels.

 

Please watch Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged Trailer on YouTube.

78-Year Old Elizabeth Taylor Hospitalized For Treatment of Congestive Heart Failure

Actress Elizabeth Taylor, the 78-year old star of such films as "Cat on Hot Tin Roof", "Jane Eyre" and "National Velvet", has been admitted to hospital in conjunction with treatment of congestive heart failure according to her spokeswoman.

(via WashingtonPost)

 

Sandler / Aniston "Just Go With It" Popular With Viewers But Not Critics

The synopsis for "Just Go With It" at Rotten Tomatoes is:

In Just Go With It, a plastic surgeon, romancing a much younger schoolteacher, enlists his loyal assistant to pretend to be his soon to be ex-wife, in order to cover up a careless lie. When more lies backfire, the assistant's kids become involved, and everyone heads off for a weekend in Hawaii that will change all their lives. -- (C) Sony

Metacritic had a 37/100 out of 20 critics who reviewed it.

Roger Moore of the Orlando Sentinel said:

It's a rarely amusing movie overwhelmed by grating kids, unfunny sidekicks, half-hearted Sandler funny voices and a co-star who seems more fearful of smiling with each passing year.

Richmond.com had a comparitively positive review albeit with a disclaimer:

If you’re skeptical of Sandler’s standard fare, "Just Go With It" will likely be a refreshing change of pace from the luckiest man on earth’s typical sophomoric dreck. Aniston can act, Swardson steals the show by impersonating a German sheep trader, and the action moves quickly despite the two-hour running time.

So don't expect to much before going to the theatre for this one, but maybe, just maybe, it'll make February-Love-Valentine's month a little more heart-warming.

Valentine's Day: History, Poems and Coloring Book Printouts

 

Annually celebrated on February 14th, Valentine's day celebrates love and affection. It is named after early Christian martyrs and was established in 500 AD by Pope Gelasius I. It was removed as a Christian holiday in 1969 but is still tolerated widely. Modern celebration of Valentine's day includes flowers, confections and greeting cards.

It was first assoicated with romantic love by writer Geoffrey Chaucer in the High Middle Ages.

In the ancient city of Rome, the observance Lupercalia, which was a rite associated with fertility occured February 13th through February 15th. Later, a more general festival called Juno Februa replaced Lupercalia though still stood for the same ideas.

Interesting to note, in modern times, the following countries have :

Saudi Arabia banned the sale of all things related to Valentines Day, which is a Christian holiday.

Pakistan's Jamaat-e-Islami called for a banning of the holiday as well.

Iran has similarly banned the sale of Valentine related items as of 2011.

Click here for some Valentine's Day poems and quotes to help you express how you truly feel in your card to your loved one.

Looking for some coloring book pages for the kids?

(via Wikipedia)