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RIP: John Reilly, Dashing Leading Man of “General Hospital” and “As the World Turns,” Dies at Age 84

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RIP: John Reilly, Dashing Leading Man of “General Hospital” and “As the World Turns,” Dies at Age 84

Veteran leading man of soaps, John Reilly, has died at age 84. He played Dan Stewart in the 70s on “As the World Turns.” Moving to Los Angeles after four years, Reilly appeared on dozens of prime time shows including “Dallas,” “How the West Was Won,” and “Beverly Hills 90210.”

But his real fame came on “General Hospital” in the 1980s as part of the Luke and Laura era. He played Sean Donnely, a questionable guy who wound up as police commissioner. He stayed on the show for 11 years, through 1995, as a square jawed hero in the crime ridden suburb of Port Charles, NY. His romantic partner on the show was his TV wife, Sharon Wyatt (seen in the picture.)

A few years ago, Reilly made a comeback final appearance as Sean, though confined to a wheelchair. It was clear he wasn’t well. Frank Valentini, EP of the show, Tweeted today: “The entire GH family mourns the passing of John Reilly #GH @GeneralHospital. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.”

Co-star Finola Hughes wrote: “There’s no room on Twitter to say how deeply one feels for a fellow actor & friend passing. I spent so many years in #JohnReilly ‘s company, suffice to say he was a huge influence on me and I am forever grateful for his kindness and love. My heart goes out to his family Red heart.”

Reilly’s daughter posted this to Instagram:

Box Office: In Its Third Week, “Wonder Woman 1984” Falls 45% to Just $3 Million at 2200 Locations

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Box Office: In Its Third Week, “Wonder Woman 1984” Falls 45% to Just $3 Million at 2200 Locations

“Wonder Woman 1984” isn’t having a magical time at the box office.

This past week it brought in just $3 million, falling 45% from its second week. The total now is at $32 million.

And it’s not like the Patty Jenkins film isn’t in theaters– it’s in 2,200 of them! The per screen average is $1,353, which would suggest 130 people at each showing. That’s kind of amazing considering social distancing, and also the fact that theaters aren’t open in New York or California.

Of course, “WW84” is available on HBO Max, so I’m sure people are watching it there.

Two smaller films, one doing well, one not so much: Carey Mulligan in “Promising Young Woman” has managed to make $2.7 million in three weeks in theaters. It looks like Focus will wait for streaming and DVD until some awards nominations come in.

Not doing well, no surprise, is the latest “Pinocchio” from Roadside, er Roadkill, Attractions. It’s made just over $1 million in 3 weeks. Per screen average was $225, suggesting 25 people per showing. Roadkill has hidden this one well despite a decent 87% on Rotten Tomatoes and the presence of Roberto Benigni (this time playing Geppetto after assuming the title role years ago in his own version).

 

Olivia Harrison, Devoted Widow of the Beatles’ George Harrison, Recovering from COVID in a London Hospital

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Olivia Harrison, Devoted Widow of the Beatles’ George Harrison, Recovering from COVID in a London Hospital

COVID is unsparing, as we all know. Now the great Olivia Harrison, beloved and devoted widow of Beatle George Harrison, reports that she is recovering from the virus in a London hospital.

Olivia posted to Instagram today: “Redesigning my hospital room curtain. Unlucky to get covid but on the mend. Gratitude to all the selfless carers.”

Olivia was George’s second wife (after Patti Boyd) and mother of his only child, son Dhani. Olivia and Dhani have been steadfast in preserving George’s legacy. She’s soft spoken, elegant, and up to the task of representing George in the Beatles’ extended family. (Her mother named her for Olivia de Havilland, so that gave her a good start!)

I was reluctant to post this story but the very private Olivia felt comfortable enough to post to Instagram, where over 7,000 people have already responded with well wishes.

To make her get better faster, take a look at the video posted below. Olivia and Dhani are incredibly charitable with the Material World Foundation, and here she’s asking for donations to a Los Angeles shelter. Send some money there today in her honor.

She writes: “Material World is matching donations for what would have been our annual Christmas benefit for Alexandria House; a safe place where determined Moms and kids are living and working to get through tough times in a supportive community. You and I can give together. And as my mom would say, “take care of your pennies and your dollars will take care of themselves.” Any amount welcome.”

“Nomadland” Wins National Society of Film Critics, Actors Frances McDormand, Delroy Lindo, “Borat” Actress, Actor from “Sound of Metal”

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“Nomadland” Wins National Society of Film Critics, Actors Frances McDormand, Delroy Lindo, “Borat” Actress, Actor from “Sound of Metal”

The National Society of Film Critics has been voting this afternoon. Their choices are solid, and not far from other critics’ groups.

Best Picture, Director, and Actress all go to “Nomadland,” star Frances McDormand, director Chloe Zhao. That will all repeat at the Oscars in April I predict. “Nomadland” also won cinematography.

Best Actor goes to Delroy Lindo from Spike Lee’s “Da 5 Bloods.” This is an actor who’s had a stellar career and is now reaping the rewards, justifiably.

The supporting actors are little off beat, but they’re fine. Maria Bakalova of “Borat 2” is the supporting actress choice. Paul Raci, the deaf actor from “The Sound of Metal,” is supporting actor. As good as they were, I would have chosen Candice Bergen, and Glynn Turman.

Screenplay went to “Never Rarely Sometimes Always,” with strange runners up “First Cow” and “I’m Thinking of Ending Things.” If this is the vein they were going in, I’m surprised “Minari,” better than all those, didn’t win.

What I liked most about this critics meeting is that they dedicated it to the late critic and writer William Wolf, who died last year from COVID. We all miss him.

 

My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell Still Supports Trump, Bemoans Vanishing Twitter Followers, Does Not Read the Room

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My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell Still Supports Trump, Bemoans Vanishing Twitter Followers, Does Not Read the Room

MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, sporting a nice big cross, is all social media supporting Donald Trump and the rioters, making light of Wednesday’s horrific events, and promising the election will be over turned. If you buy anything from this guy, you’re funding insanity.

In recent hours, Lindell has bemoaned his vanishing Twitter followers and and begs for retweets and new followers. He writes: “My follower number is dropping and so many are completely banned from Twitter! Keep the faith as evidence of the biggest election fraud in history gets revealed! We will have our great President Donald Trump for 4 more years! Please retweet and follow me….”

Lindell appeared on far right OANN TV today, where he promised he had breaking news. As anyone who’s ever owned one of his cheap, uncomfortable pillows, I say, “Stuff it!”

Hollywood Antagonist Actor Jon Voight Posts Video of Support Thanking Trump For His Four Years in Office

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Hollywood Antagonist Actor Jon Voight Posts Video of Support Thanking Trump For His Four Years in Office

Actor Jon Voight is Hollywood’s antagonist, the worst example of people who’ve lost their minds. He’s posted a video thanking Donald Trump for his four years as president. It’s a sign of support from Voight, who appears with an American flag as the backdrop. A noted right wing conservative, Voight can’t possibly be having holiday dinners with daughter Angelina Jolie. He represents everything she’s against in life. Voight’s already received a phony Medal of Freedom from Trump, I don’t know what else he wants. He certainly won’t be getting any more Oscars. Not even for this performance

What is Classy? Watch the “Jeopardy!” Tribute to Alex Trebek Airing Tonight on the Late Host’s Final Show

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What is Classy? Watch the “Jeopardy!” Tribute to Alex Trebek Airing Tonight on the Late Host’s Final Show

Here’s the tribute to Alex Trebek airing on tonight’s “Jeopardy!” It’s Alex’s final show after passing away November 8th.
I’ll take “classy” for 500.

LOL Nicki Minaj Is “Sorry” She Stole Tracy Chapman’s Hit “Baby Can I Hold You,” Now She Has to Pony Up $450,000

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LOL Nicki Minaj Is “Sorry” She Stole Tracy Chapman’s Hit “Baby Can I Hold You,” Now She Has to Pony Up $450,000

Pretty much all of hip hop is based on sampling or stealing. Now Nicki Minaj has learned a lesson the hard way.

Minaj, who couldn’t write a lullaby, stole Tracy Chapman’s great song, “Baby Can I Hold You Tonight.” Minaj re appropriated it for something she called “Sorry.” Now she’s REALLY sorry.

Nicki has to pony up $450,000 to Chapman in a settlement. It’s too funny. Chapman is on an infamous no-sample list, but Minaj’s people tried to clear the sample anyway. When they were rejected they left the song off of Minaj’s “Queen” album. But “Sorry” was recorded, and it made it out onto lots of platforms including YouTube.

Chapman says in a statement: “I am glad to have this matter resolved and grateful for this legal outcome which affirms that artists’ rights are protected by law and should be respected by other artists. I was asked in this situation numerous times for permission to use my song; in each instance, politely and in a timely manner, I unequivocally said no. Apparently Ms. Minaj chose not to hear and used my composition despite my clear and express intentions.”

Chapman adds:  “This lawsuit was a last report — pursued in an effort to defend myself and my work and to seek protection for the creative enterprise and expression of songwriters and independent publishers like myself.”

 

One Direction’s Zayn Malik Tempts Fate with New Album Title, “Nobody is Listening”: Last Single Sold 4,300 Copies

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One Direction’s Zayn Malik Tempts Fate with New Album Title, “Nobody is Listening”: Last Single Sold 4,300 Copies

5:35pm UPDATE “Vibez” has not been met with great enthusiasm. It’s stuck at number 57 on iTunes. Maybe some marketing and preparation would help with these releases.

EARLIER Zayn Malik, ex One Direction, is tempting fate. His new album, coming next Friday, is called “Nobody is Listening.”

No one is.

His last single, “Better,” released in September 2020, sold 4,300 copies in downloads. With streaming of singles, etc, the number bulks up to a not much better 144,000.

His last album, “Icarus Falls,” has sold 11,000 copies over the last two years. (Streaming of singles, etc knocks it up to 268,000 — far from a gold album.)

The new single, “Vibez,” dropped today. It’s not great, but it could be worse. It’s a drone, but at least it’s got a beat. Some of Zayn’s recent work has lacked even that.

Zayn’s career continues to be a mess. We’ll see how this works out. If anyone is listening.

Madonna Took Kids, Boyfriend to Malawi for Maskless New Year’s Despite Rising COVID There and Travel Restrictions

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Madonna Took Kids, Boyfriend to Malawi for Maskless New Year’s Despite Rising COVID There and Travel Restrictions

COVID in Malawi? Madonna doesn’t care.

The queen of self indulgence took the four children she adopted from Malawi for a visit to their country of origin over New Year’s. She also took her young boyfriend, 26 year old Ahlamalik Williams, 36 years her junior. It’s unclear if nannies went along, but Madonna’s older children, Lourdes and Rocco, didn’t accompany the group.

The elder children were smart. Malawi does allow visitors to fly in, but they closed their borders in December because of their escalating rate of COVID. The small African nation has had about 7,000 cases of the virus and 195 deaths.

When Madonna visited her Mercy James Hospital, she can be seen in videos wearing some protective gear– not a mask, but a plastic face shield and a protective uniform.

But in other videos Madonna and the children– David Banda, Mercy James, and twins Estere and Stella– are not wearing masks in close gatherings of dozens if not hundreds of onlookers– who are also not wearing masks. Madonna, you see, considers herself immune to all disease, a super power that extends to her children. She simply ignored this warning from the US government:  Reconsider travel to Malawi due to COVID-19.

A week before Madonna arrived on December 23rd, Voice of America reiterated that Malawi had closed its borders because of COVID.

The dateline is Blantyre, Malawi. But that didn’t stop Madonna from posting a picture of herself on a bus ride there a day ago:

 

There are also many videos showing the extent of her travel, almost all without protective gear:

On a positive note, Madonna wrote that they reconnected with David Banda’s biological father. Despite everyone being maskless, young David — as usual — turns out to be a gracious, well spoken, respectful teenager. So that’s something.

 

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