Spoiler Alert: Do not read ahead if you have not watched the Season 11 season premiere of “The Masked Singer,” which aired March 6 on Fox.
“The Masked Singer” kicked off its 11th season on Wednesday night — and in perhaps the show’s most unusual reveal ever, comedian Kevin Hart brought his prank war with host Nick Cannon to the show.
Hart brought his one-night-only appearance to “The Masked Singer” as Book, singing the song “So Sick,” by Ne-Yo (who happened to be the Season 10 winner on the show). The performance… was a bit pitchy, dawg. At the end of the song, the show’s panelists seemed to dig it. But after Robin Thicke quickly I.D.’ed Hart, the star took off his costume to reveal himself.
“This is a prank, you had no idea I was coming here Nick, and guess what, there’s nothing you can do about it,...
“The Masked Singer” kicked off its 11th season on Wednesday night — and in perhaps the show’s most unusual reveal ever, comedian Kevin Hart brought his prank war with host Nick Cannon to the show.
Hart brought his one-night-only appearance to “The Masked Singer” as Book, singing the song “So Sick,” by Ne-Yo (who happened to be the Season 10 winner on the show). The performance… was a bit pitchy, dawg. At the end of the song, the show’s panelists seemed to dig it. But after Robin Thicke quickly I.D.’ed Hart, the star took off his costume to reveal himself.
“This is a prank, you had no idea I was coming here Nick, and guess what, there’s nothing you can do about it,...
- 3/7/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Three decades ago, Tina Turner reclaimed her history with the soundtrack album for the movie What’s Love Got to Do With It. She re-recorded hits she’d originally cut with her abusive ex-husband, Ike Turner so that they could stand on their own as testaments to her survival. These included “Nutbush City Limits,” “Proud Mary,” and “A Fool in Love.” She was in her early 50s, her voice still sounded great, and the album became a hit. Now, the record will be even bigger when it’s reissued on April 26 as an expanded box set.
- 2/14/2024
- by Kory Grow
- Rollingstone.com
Beyoncé’s new concert film is delivering the goods at the box office, where it’s headed for the biggest early December opening in two decades.
Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé — which Beyoncé wrote, directed and produced — could now earn $21 million to $24 million in its debut after it was graced with glowing reviews and a coveted A+ CinemaScore. The film earned $11.5 million on Friday, including $5 million in Thursday previews
Distributor AMC Theatres — also home of blockbuster Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour — is remaining more conservative in suggesting a $20 million opening.
More than 70 percent of Friday’s audience was female, while 50 percent of the audience were Black moviegoers, in a win for diverse programming.
The weekend after Thanksgiving is notoriously sluggish, and Renaissance is a welcome gift for exhibitors. To date, the biggest opening for the first weekend of December belongs to Tom Cruise’s The Last Samurai ($24.3 million), not adjusted for inflation.
Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé — which Beyoncé wrote, directed and produced — could now earn $21 million to $24 million in its debut after it was graced with glowing reviews and a coveted A+ CinemaScore. The film earned $11.5 million on Friday, including $5 million in Thursday previews
Distributor AMC Theatres — also home of blockbuster Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour — is remaining more conservative in suggesting a $20 million opening.
More than 70 percent of Friday’s audience was female, while 50 percent of the audience were Black moviegoers, in a win for diverse programming.
The weekend after Thanksgiving is notoriously sluggish, and Renaissance is a welcome gift for exhibitors. To date, the biggest opening for the first weekend of December belongs to Tom Cruise’s The Last Samurai ($24.3 million), not adjusted for inflation.
- 12/2/2023
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Queen Bey has arrived on the box office stage.
Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé — which Beyoncé wrote, directed and produced — started off its run on the big screen Thursday night with a better-than-expected $5 million in North American previews.
The concert movie is tracking for a debut in the $20 million range, which would mark the biggest opening for the first weekend of December. It should also top this weekend’s chart. And with a perfect 100 percent critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes and a near-perfect 99 percent audience score, Renaissance come in ahead of expectations.
The weekend after Thanksgiving is notoriously sluggish, and Renaissance is a welcome gift for exhibitors. It should also top this weekend’s chart.
Taylor Swift with her blockbuster Eras Tour movie, Beyoncé and her team decided to bypass Hollywood studios and pact and pact with AMC Theatres distribute Renaissance, which chronicles her recent world tour while also providing behind-the-scenes footage of the superstar.
Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé — which Beyoncé wrote, directed and produced — started off its run on the big screen Thursday night with a better-than-expected $5 million in North American previews.
The concert movie is tracking for a debut in the $20 million range, which would mark the biggest opening for the first weekend of December. It should also top this weekend’s chart. And with a perfect 100 percent critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes and a near-perfect 99 percent audience score, Renaissance come in ahead of expectations.
The weekend after Thanksgiving is notoriously sluggish, and Renaissance is a welcome gift for exhibitors. It should also top this weekend’s chart.
Taylor Swift with her blockbuster Eras Tour movie, Beyoncé and her team decided to bypass Hollywood studios and pact and pact with AMC Theatres distribute Renaissance, which chronicles her recent world tour while also providing behind-the-scenes footage of the superstar.
- 12/1/2023
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
King Charles joined several stars in paying tribute to the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Tina Turner, who passed away earlier this week.
On Friday, the newly crowned royal enabled the Band of the Welsh Guards to perform Turner’s 1989 hit “The Best” in front of Buckingham Palace as part of the changing of the guard.
According to Hello!, the group was also joined by the First Battalion Welsh Guards Corps of Drums.
The frequent and traditional ceremony sees the King’s Guard hand over responsibility for protecting Buckingham Palace and St. James’s Palace to the New Guard.
Read More: Mick Jagger Shares Rare Footage Of Himself And Tina Turner In 1969
Simply the best!!
Watch as the @WelshGuardsBand pay tribute to #TinaTurner with their version of ‘The Best’ during the #ChangingOfTheGuard
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— Forces News (@ForcesNews) May...
On Friday, the newly crowned royal enabled the Band of the Welsh Guards to perform Turner’s 1989 hit “The Best” in front of Buckingham Palace as part of the changing of the guard.
According to Hello!, the group was also joined by the First Battalion Welsh Guards Corps of Drums.
The frequent and traditional ceremony sees the King’s Guard hand over responsibility for protecting Buckingham Palace and St. James’s Palace to the New Guard.
Read More: Mick Jagger Shares Rare Footage Of Himself And Tina Turner In 1969
Simply the best!!
Watch as the @WelshGuardsBand pay tribute to #TinaTurner with their version of ‘The Best’ during the #ChangingOfTheGuard
Get the latest military news https://t.co/fAN7LAiLci pic.twitter.com/aPmuSLGfLu
— Forces News (@ForcesNews) May...
- 5/28/2023
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
Sometimes a song and a piece of fiction become entwined forever, ensuring that fans cannot think about one without the other: think of "Reservoir Dogs" and "Stuck in the Middle With You," "Grosse Point Blank" and "Blister in the Sun," "Shaun of the Dead" and "Don't Stop Me Now." Then there's the Canadian comedy series "Schitt's Creek" and its connection to the late, great Tina Turner's "The Best." The 1989 song is a big, powerful pop-rock anthem that lets Turner really show off her vocal skills, but it also has some beautiful and deeply romantic lyrics. Written by Holly Knight and Mike Chapman, the song was first performed by Bonnie Tyler (best known for her rendition of "Total Eclipse of the Heart"), but Turner's version was the ultimate, and "Schitt's Creek" turned it into something even more special by making it the song that united two people in love.
On "Schitt's Creek,...
On "Schitt's Creek,...
- 5/25/2023
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
Tina Turner inspired millions worldwide with her talent, resilience, and magnetic personality. Her reach even made it behind the walls of Buckingham Palace to the members of the royal family. Princess Diana was an admirer of the entertainer, creating fans in her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry. The future king of the United Kingdom‘s sweetest memories involves one of Turner’s classic songs and a car ride with Diana.
Prince William, Princess Diana, and Tina Turner in side-by-side photographs | Tim Graham Photo Library/Bernd Muller/Getty Images Prince William cited one song that brings back happy memories of Princess Diana
In a 2021 interview for Apple audio experience Time To Walk, Prince William discussed a core experience involving the music of Tina Turner and his mother, Princess Diana. He claims one of the music legend’s classic songs returns him to a carefree childhood moment.
William discussed several essential...
Prince William, Princess Diana, and Tina Turner in side-by-side photographs | Tim Graham Photo Library/Bernd Muller/Getty Images Prince William cited one song that brings back happy memories of Princess Diana
In a 2021 interview for Apple audio experience Time To Walk, Prince William discussed a core experience involving the music of Tina Turner and his mother, Princess Diana. He claims one of the music legend’s classic songs returns him to a carefree childhood moment.
William discussed several essential...
- 5/25/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Tina Turner, the legendary performer whose hits included “Proud Mary,” “The Best” and “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” died Wednesday at age 83 after a long illness.
She started her career as a teen singing with her future husband Ike Turner’s band, Kings of Rhythm. Her first recording came in 1958 for the song “Boxtop,” where she was credited as Little Ann (her birth name was Anna Mae Bullock). Her collaboration with Turner turned the duo into superstars from the ’60s to the ’70s. After they split, Turner found solo success in the ’80s, and was dubbed “The Queen of Rock n’ Roll.”
Follow TheWrap through a photo retrospective of Tina Turner’s career.
She started her career as a teen singing with her future husband Ike Turner’s band, Kings of Rhythm. Her first recording came in 1958 for the song “Boxtop,” where she was credited as Little Ann (her birth name was Anna Mae Bullock). Her collaboration with Turner turned the duo into superstars from the ’60s to the ’70s. After they split, Turner found solo success in the ’80s, and was dubbed “The Queen of Rock n’ Roll.”
Follow TheWrap through a photo retrospective of Tina Turner’s career.
- 5/24/2023
- by Lawrence Yee
- The Wrap
The news that Tina Turner passed away today brought swift reaction from some of the biggest names in music, sports, television and politics.
President Joe Biden issued a statement Wednesday afternoon:
Before she was the Queen of Rock and Roll, Tina Turner was a farmer’s daughter in Tennessee. As a child, she sang in the church choir before becoming one of the most successful recording artists of all time.
With 12 Grammy Awards, she was the only woman to win in the pop, rock, and R&b categories, a signal of her versatility, creativity, and broad appeal. Millions flocked to her concerts. Her high-octane dance performances were legendary. And her iconic hits – including “Proud Mary,” “The Best,” “What’s Love Got to Do with It” – continue to be treasured, and sung at full volume, by generations of fans.
In addition to being a once-in-a-generation talent that changed American music forever, Tina’s personal strength was remarkable.
President Joe Biden issued a statement Wednesday afternoon:
Before she was the Queen of Rock and Roll, Tina Turner was a farmer’s daughter in Tennessee. As a child, she sang in the church choir before becoming one of the most successful recording artists of all time.
With 12 Grammy Awards, she was the only woman to win in the pop, rock, and R&b categories, a signal of her versatility, creativity, and broad appeal. Millions flocked to her concerts. Her high-octane dance performances were legendary. And her iconic hits – including “Proud Mary,” “The Best,” “What’s Love Got to Do with It” – continue to be treasured, and sung at full volume, by generations of fans.
In addition to being a once-in-a-generation talent that changed American music forever, Tina’s personal strength was remarkable.
- 5/24/2023
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
The news came in today that music icon Tina Turner has died at the age of 83. Fans all over the world are hitting music sites to listen to and remember this incredible singer who has given us decades of hits, from "What's Love Got to Do With It?" to "Proud Mary" and "The Best," just to name a few. But one of Turner's performances graced the soundtrack to the 1995 James Bond film "GoldenEye" starring Pierce Brosnan, kicking off an entirely new era for 007.
The song -- also entitled "GoldenEye" -- features Turner at her best, and the simplicity of the music video, helmed by prolific video director Jake Scott (son of Sir Ridley Scott), is powerful. The glamorous Turner appears in a stunning white dress and belts out the tune in her gorgeous voice, telling a pretty dark story as she does so. The whole thing is intercut...
The song -- also entitled "GoldenEye" -- features Turner at her best, and the simplicity of the music video, helmed by prolific video director Jake Scott (son of Sir Ridley Scott), is powerful. The glamorous Turner appears in a stunning white dress and belts out the tune in her gorgeous voice, telling a pretty dark story as she does so. The whole thing is intercut...
- 5/24/2023
- by Jenna Busch
- Slash Film
The devastating news of Tina Turner’s death at age 83 was announced Wednesday. She’d been dealing with serious medical issues for much of the past decade, including intestinal cancer, but she successfully received a kidney transplant from her husband, Erwin Bach, in 2017, and at least in the public eye, seemed to be on the mend. She looked healthy and happy at recent appearances, including her 2021 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
“Tina Turner, the ‘Queen of Rock & Roll’ has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after...
“Tina Turner, the ‘Queen of Rock & Roll’ has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after...
- 5/24/2023
- by Andy Greene
- Rollingstone.com
Hollywood stars were heartbroken over the news of Tina Turner’s death on Wednesday and took to social media to pay tribute to the late music icon.
Turner died Wednesday “after a long illness” in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland, her reps announced. “With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model,” they said.
The iconic entertainer sold 200 million albums and won eight Grammy Awards, having risen to fame in the 1960s as the centerpiece of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue. With more than 60 years in the spotlight, her landmark album Private Dancer launched her to solo superstardom at age 44.
“Tina Turner was an icon and a trailblazer who broke barriers for women on and off the stage throughout her incredible career,” Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of The Recording Academy, said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter. “She amazed audiences worldwide with her electrifying performances,...
Turner died Wednesday “after a long illness” in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland, her reps announced. “With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model,” they said.
The iconic entertainer sold 200 million albums and won eight Grammy Awards, having risen to fame in the 1960s as the centerpiece of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue. With more than 60 years in the spotlight, her landmark album Private Dancer launched her to solo superstardom at age 44.
“Tina Turner was an icon and a trailblazer who broke barriers for women on and off the stage throughout her incredible career,” Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of The Recording Academy, said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter. “She amazed audiences worldwide with her electrifying performances,...
- 5/24/2023
- by Lexy Perez
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“The Best” has left us.
Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock ‘n Roll, is dead at age 83 after suffering from a long illness. Turner passed away at her home in Küsnacht, outside Zurich, Switzerland.
“With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model,” Turner’s spokesperson Bernard Doherty said in a statement.
Turner began her career with husband Ike Turner’s Kings of Rhythm in 1957 and performed under stage name Little Ann before debuting as Tina Turner in 1960 with single “A Fool in Love.” Tina and Ike Turner collaborated on hits “River Deep, Mountain High,” “It’s Gonna Work Out Fine,” and “Proud Mary” before disbanding in 1976.
Turner went on to launch a career comeback with 1984 hit song “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” which won the Grammy for Record of the Year. The track lent its title to a 1993 biopic adapted from Turner’s autobiography “I,...
Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock ‘n Roll, is dead at age 83 after suffering from a long illness. Turner passed away at her home in Küsnacht, outside Zurich, Switzerland.
“With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model,” Turner’s spokesperson Bernard Doherty said in a statement.
Turner began her career with husband Ike Turner’s Kings of Rhythm in 1957 and performed under stage name Little Ann before debuting as Tina Turner in 1960 with single “A Fool in Love.” Tina and Ike Turner collaborated on hits “River Deep, Mountain High,” “It’s Gonna Work Out Fine,” and “Proud Mary” before disbanding in 1976.
Turner went on to launch a career comeback with 1984 hit song “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” which won the Grammy for Record of the Year. The track lent its title to a 1993 biopic adapted from Turner’s autobiography “I,...
- 5/24/2023
- by Christian Blauvelt and Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Tina Turner, the legendary entertainment icon known as the Queen of Rock'n Roll, has died.
The Grammy-winning performer was 83 years old, according to Deadline.
News broke Wednesday that Turner passed away after a long illness at her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland.
"Tina Turner, the 'Queen of Rock'n Roll,' has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland," Turner's reps shared with outlets in a statement confirming the sad news.
"With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model," the statement concludes.
Turner was born Anna Mae Bullock on November 26, 1939, in Nutbush, Tennessee.
She shot to fame alongside husband Ike in the 1960s with songs including "Proud Mary" and "River Deep, Mountain High."
Turner left Ike Turner following years of physical and emotional abuse and returned to the top of the charts in the...
The Grammy-winning performer was 83 years old, according to Deadline.
News broke Wednesday that Turner passed away after a long illness at her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland.
"Tina Turner, the 'Queen of Rock'n Roll,' has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland," Turner's reps shared with outlets in a statement confirming the sad news.
"With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model," the statement concludes.
Turner was born Anna Mae Bullock on November 26, 1939, in Nutbush, Tennessee.
She shot to fame alongside husband Ike in the 1960s with songs including "Proud Mary" and "River Deep, Mountain High."
Turner left Ike Turner following years of physical and emotional abuse and returned to the top of the charts in the...
- 5/24/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Legendary singer Tina Turner died on Wednesday, her representative confirmed.
A post shared on Turner’s Instagram page read: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner. With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow. Today we say goodbye to a dear friend who leaves us all her greatest work: her music. All our heartfelt compassion goes out to her family. Tina, we will miss you dearly.”
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Turner died in her home in Switzerland after “a long illness,” her spokesperson, Bernard Doherty, told Et.
“With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model,” said Doherty in a statement.
“With her music and her inexhaustible vitality,...
A post shared on Turner’s Instagram page read: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner. With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow. Today we say goodbye to a dear friend who leaves us all her greatest work: her music. All our heartfelt compassion goes out to her family. Tina, we will miss you dearly.”
Read More: Ray Liotta Died From Heart And Respiratory Issues, Official Documents Reveal
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Turner died in her home in Switzerland after “a long illness,” her spokesperson, Bernard Doherty, told Et.
“With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model,” said Doherty in a statement.
“With her music and her inexhaustible vitality,...
- 5/24/2023
- by Etcanadadigital
- ET Canada
Tina Turner, one of the greatest singers of all time, is dead at 83. Deadline reports she “died today after a long illness at her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland.” Mere words can’t do justice to what an absolute legend she was, with a career that made her a top draw that spanned generations. She was a household name if you were a child of the 80s, but guess what? She was also a household name in the 60s, 70s, 90s and 2000s too. Arguably her greatest period as a solo artist was the eighties when the former soul diva reimagined herself as a rock goddess, topping the charts with a string of iconic hits, including “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” “Private Dancer,” “The Best,” “Better Be Good to Me” and “We Don’t Need Another Hero.” That last song was the lead single off the Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome soundtrack,...
- 5/24/2023
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Nick Jonas has some very supportive fans in his corner.
The musician’s wife, Priyanka Chopra, posted an adorable celebration video highlighting the release of The Jonas Brother’s latest single, “Wings”, to Instagram on Friday, Feb. 24.
In the video, Chopra is backstage at one of the Jonas Brother’s concerts in preparation for their latest track, “Wings”. The backstage clip showcases Nick closely carrying their daughter Malti Marie in his arms as he preps to take center stage with his brothers for their concert.
An excerpt of “Wings” plays throughout the video as footage and photos of Nick and the other JoBros meeting fans and performing live plays.
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Chopra captioned the celebratory video, “Wings out now!!@jonasbrothers.” Nick reposted her post and wrote, “The Best”.
Malti Marie made her first public appearance with her mom and dad last...
The musician’s wife, Priyanka Chopra, posted an adorable celebration video highlighting the release of The Jonas Brother’s latest single, “Wings”, to Instagram on Friday, Feb. 24.
In the video, Chopra is backstage at one of the Jonas Brother’s concerts in preparation for their latest track, “Wings”. The backstage clip showcases Nick closely carrying their daughter Malti Marie in his arms as he preps to take center stage with his brothers for their concert.
An excerpt of “Wings” plays throughout the video as footage and photos of Nick and the other JoBros meeting fans and performing live plays.
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A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra)
Chopra captioned the celebratory video, “Wings out now!!@jonasbrothers.” Nick reposted her post and wrote, “The Best”.
Malti Marie made her first public appearance with her mom and dad last...
- 2/24/2023
- by Emerson Pearson
- ET Canada
Todd Fancey’s vocals have been heard by millions, as the multi-instrumentalist for the New Pornographers and as the balladeer behind “That One Night,” the song that’s central to what is arguably the most cringe episode of “The Office,” 2008’s “Dinner Party.”
The hilarious, earnestly yearning delivery isn’t all that true to Fancey’s artistry, though his new album, “Star Dreams” (out today), nods to the year 1980, which also saw the release of Benny Mardones’ “Into the Night,” a Yacht Rock classic not dissimilar in sentiment.
The 10-track album under the banner Fancey was co-produced by Vancouver music veteran Allan Rodger and sports contributions from vocalist Micae and New Pornographers drummer Joe Seiders, who traded his sticks for the Yamaha Dx-7 electric piano/synthesizer. That instrument’s preset sounds found their way into some of the ‘80s biggest songs by Whitney Houston, Kenny Loggins and Luther Vandross, a...
The hilarious, earnestly yearning delivery isn’t all that true to Fancey’s artistry, though his new album, “Star Dreams” (out today), nods to the year 1980, which also saw the release of Benny Mardones’ “Into the Night,” a Yacht Rock classic not dissimilar in sentiment.
The 10-track album under the banner Fancey was co-produced by Vancouver music veteran Allan Rodger and sports contributions from vocalist Micae and New Pornographers drummer Joe Seiders, who traded his sticks for the Yamaha Dx-7 electric piano/synthesizer. That instrument’s preset sounds found their way into some of the ‘80s biggest songs by Whitney Houston, Kenny Loggins and Luther Vandross, a...
- 8/19/2022
- by Jonathan Cohen
- Variety Film + TV
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It was a Blood-Red-letter day for fandom as pros and fans alike gathered to bid a reluctant “Forry-well” to the late great genre-icon Forrest J. Ackerman! Hollywood’s historic Egyptian Theatre served as a temple for the filled-to-capacity ritual sponsored by the American Cinematheque, Profiles in History auction house and the Ackerman estate.
Guests began waiting on line at around 1:00Pm for the scheduled 3:00Pm reception. By 2:30 over 200 bodies had congregated at the doors of the theater. Inside, staff was scrambling. Pieces of Forry’s collection were being displayed (A first edition of Dracula signed by Bram Stoker and almost everyone who ever played the famous Vampire on screen, Bela Lugosi’s Dracula cape and Forry’s fave prop: the “Robotrix” from...
It was a Blood-Red-letter day for fandom as pros and fans alike gathered to bid a reluctant “Forry-well” to the late great genre-icon Forrest J. Ackerman! Hollywood’s historic Egyptian Theatre served as a temple for the filled-to-capacity ritual sponsored by the American Cinematheque, Profiles in History auction house and the Ackerman estate.
Guests began waiting on line at around 1:00Pm for the scheduled 3:00Pm reception. By 2:30 over 200 bodies had congregated at the doors of the theater. Inside, staff was scrambling. Pieces of Forry’s collection were being displayed (A first edition of Dracula signed by Bram Stoker and almost everyone who ever played the famous Vampire on screen, Bela Lugosi’s Dracula cape and Forry’s fave prop: the “Robotrix” from...
- 3/16/2009
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
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