Jonathan Frakes is an actor probably best known for his role as Commander William T. Riker on Star Trek: The Next Generation, but I remember him first as the jerky brother in North and South, Books 1 and 2.
When I think of Jonathan Frakes, I also think of his …

Young Billy Gilman hit the music big time circa 2000. He had a gigantic first hit with a song called One Voice. It was a mega-hit, heard all over the radio. Gilman was requested to sing that song on just about every TV show that featured …

Lindsay Lohan has a very good look to her and her hair color rocks and is a very awesome color. Lindsay Lohan has some great features in her face such as her eyes because her eyes are also a nice color and she has some pretty cute cheekbones and …

I was never a fan of N’Sync. The boy bands that were so popular in their era were too young for this old fogey. Thus, most of my exposure to them was limited to fluke sightings on television. I know I saw them, but I’ll be …

“I came for RDA, but I stayed for Daniel.”
Those words have been spoken many times by fans of Richard Dean Anderson who tuned into the sci-fi series “Stargate SG-1″, but who became fans of the show and kept watching because of a newcomer named Michael Shanks.
A Canadian actor, up …

This is not a review of Michael Jackson as an artist, but as a person. There are many people who appreciate that he was an amazing performing artist but who also think he is a paedophile. Such people believe that they are only being realistic considering the …

I watched Ellen on television when I was a kid. This was before she came out of the closet. So I got to see her pretending to be straight, dating men on her show. That feels like it would be an odd sight to see now …

This man has been facing criticisms since he heads the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) - one of the controversial government agencies in the Philippines. This agency has been acquiring tremendous assets and employees within are receiving huge monthly salaries and fat bonuses whenever …

Natalie White was a contestant on the 19th season of Survivor. Natalie made one key move throughout the game and that was aligning herself with Russel Hantz.
A slim, pretty blonde form the south many underestimated her and this led her to her victory.
Throughout the game Natalie stood behind …

I just read a report that the Buffalo Bills are promoting their director of college scouting Buddy Nix to general manager.
I don’t want to take anything away from Nix, who I know was instrumental in rebuilding the San Diego Chargers a few years ago. But, I really have to …

Samantha Mumba is a lady with dark looks and she definitely looks awesome.
I most remember her for the role she portrayed in the movie, Time Machine, along that dishing hunk and she played her role pretty well, though her dialogs were pretty limited. I believe she is …

I was quite surprised when news came out years back that Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes were getting married. It was a nice surprise, actually considering the fact that they are years apart.
But I read somewhere from a magazine that Katie has had a heavy crush on …

I was so not into Taraji Henson when I first saw her on screen. The movie was “Baby Boy”—another one of those “Boyz N da Hood” type films wherein the young ‘brother’ is trying to make his way in the world despite the ghetto surroundings of his daily …

Pastor Jim Johnson of fellowship bible church is an amazing pastor but an even better person.
He is a fantastic communicator, and he always knows what to tell you. I believe that he is the best pastor in longview. His sermons are well thought out and they have impacting pictures. …

Its not often that I critise a Manchester United signing, but when Dimitar Berbatov arrived at the club, I just didn’t believe he was good enough to play for the club. He was not a bad player, he has a first touch that you can only dream about having, …

With all the talk about Brett Favre and his possible chain of heart when it comes to retirement, someone asked me to weigh in. So, I’m going to.
My opinion of Brett Favre is this. He should stay retired.
As a Favre fan for as long as I can remember, a …

Benigno Aquino Jr. is my hero. The Filipinos fondly call him Ninoy. I decided to write about him now because today (the time of this writing, August 21, 2009) marks his 26th death anniversary. Through this humble piece, I hope to inspire all readers to follow after Ninoy’s patriotic …

Some running backs can get arrested for disorderly conduct and not have to worry about their roster spot on their team. Arizona Cardinals running back J.J. Arrington is not one of those guys.
The Cardinals used a second round pick on Arrington in 2005; indicating they had high hopes for …

With any standup comedian you are bound to see some of the same material repeated only in slightly different situations or with parts changed to suit the comedy style. However, if you have ever seen Bill Bailey then you will know that his style of comedy can only be …

I’ve been watching reports coming out of Philadelphia with some interest because it’ll be interesting to see if the team really does enter the 2010 season with Donovan McNabb as their starter.
Unlike a lot of fans, I’m not a McNabb basher. I think he is an underrated player playing …

There are lots of reasons to like Amanda Kimmel. She’s very easy on the eye but in way that makes you think of the girl next door. She is friendly and doesn’t seem to get on anyone’s nerves.
Amanda was a contestant on Survivor China, Survivor Fans vs …

I’ve always admired Reese Witherspoon as a person and as an actress. She’s an amazing role model for women of all ages and I can relate to her because she works, acts, and is also the global ambassador for Avon and she still manages to be a great mom …

A lot of people talk about San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith and categorize him in the potential bust category. And, I can’t argue with that considering he is a former 1st overall pick and hasn’t had even close to a good season since coming to the league in …

Roy Keane. It was not very often that a player would come of the Republic of Ireland with so much talent, but this man was one of them. He started his career in England under Brian Clough with Nottingham Forest and his tough tackling, never say die attitude …

I’d like to say nothing but good things about Michael Phelps. He’s an awesome athlete. I, like so many others, rooted for him at the Olympic games in China. He broke an enormous record, previously held by Mark Spitz. He’s a great, in the swimming …

Scott is one of my most favourite actors out there. He has this amazing quality to him that might not have anything to do with acting, but everything to do with personality —“ the kind of personality that just makes his face shine and jump at you from the …

A couple seasons ago, the Green Bay Packers used a second round draft pick on receiver Greg Jennings. He immediately started showing them something in terms of ability his rookie season; even though he wasn’t immediately a starter for the team.
Now that he’s a starter opposite Donald Driver, he …

Anthony Hopkins appears to be one of those actors who do not take just any role, he will not play anything shallow, uninteresting, insignificant. Or perhaps it is his talent that turns every role into a meaningful one? Anyway, I have never seen him under-perform, or play anything not …

Well, I see the Baltimore Ravens might be desperate enough to re-sign cornerback Frank Walker. I can’t see this as a popular choice among their fans though.
Walker is a back up player at best and the fact they are even considering resigning him has more to do with injuries …

Cole Sprouse is an American actor who was born on August 4, 1992 in Arezzo, Italy. He is 15 minutes younger than his twin brother, Dylan Sprouse. He started acting when he was eight months for a diaper commercial. After that he had a sharing role with his twin …

I see the Oakland Raiders finally did what was expected and released former first overall pick JaMarcus Russell; pretty much solidifying him as the biggest draft bust in NFL history.
Now, because of his draft bust status, many will naturally say he should just retire and drop off the face …

Ryan Gosling has proven himself to be one of the top actors in Hollywood today. His strong, sincere and understated manner of acting has earned his good reputation in North American and even in Europe. And of course, he is of my most favorite actors.
The thing I like the …

Walt Disney was an American cartoonist after whom Disney World and Disney Land were named. Walt Disney created the wonderful films such as Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs, Fantasia and Bambi. I saw a documentary that showcases Walt Disney’s works and he spoke about creating the movie, Bambi. …

I am so happy for local celebrity, Lynn Nasir for getting married around last year or something. She is a local celebrity in my country and she used to be in a marriage with one of the big names in the entertainment industry. But the marriage did not …

Jennifer Love Hewitt rose to popularity when I was a teenager. She was in so many movies I can’t name them all but I remember one of teh big ones was I Know What You Did Last Summer and she was also on Party of Five.
I must say …

The first time I heard of the singer Alicia Keys was when I was still in high school. This was when I still used to listen to a little bit of hip hop and soul music not necessarily because I liked it, but because everyone else loved it. Even …

The first time I consciously remember seeing Bill Bixby and knowing it was him was his TV series with Ray Walston called My Favorite Martian. What a trip that comedy series was. It hadn’t been done on TV and Bixby and Walston had a wonderful chemistry together.
Then …

I have seen Madonna in the papers my whole life and to be honest I can’t imagine not seeing her in the papers.
At first she seemed like a crazy woman who loved the shock factor. From her book on sex to her blatant nudity it was only natural …

Scott Speedman (his real name is Robert Scott Speedman) was born in the UK, grew up in Canada and currently lives in L.A. You can see him work both in major Hollywood movies and small independent films. I can’t say that he is the best actor, or even …

I cannot remember exactly at what age that I have been introduced to Mrs. Maritess Crisostomo. She is my neighbor, living two houses away from us. I was in grade school when every morning we exchanged greetings with each other. All I can response is one little smile.
Mrs. …

Ever feel like roaming the hallways at borders? I do this… all the time. While on one of my most recent journeys I found this author, Gena Showalter. I mostly read paranormal romace and after reading most most books in this genre I finally found a new, creative,and captivating …

One of my most favorite pop artists is Michael Jackson, the most phenomenal pop singer, and also known as a King of pop. He was the spirit and the symbol of peace, equality of rights and creativity. In my opinion Michael has put the basic of revolutionary change in …

Sandra Shellhouse is one of the kindest people you’ll ever meet. She’s spent the last fifteen years as a single parent to three daughters. One with Cerebral Palsy. Amazingly enough she’s never once shown sign of being on shaky ground. Not only has she managed to obtain a second …

Selena Gomez had never been relevant enough to me to be considered as one of my preferred singers. That doesn’t mean that I dislike her as an individual especially since I don’t know her, but it’s just that when she started out making a name for herself on Disney …

As a woman with a healthy outlook on my body image and great self-esteem; super models are not my favorite people in the world because those that hire them expects them to fit this “perfect” image of an unrealistic woman. However, Heidi Klum doesn’t quite fit that particular mold, …

For me, Alex Ferguson is the greatest coach to have ever lived in my time and will be the greatest for a very long time. I really think it will take something very special, from someone very special, to even come close to emulating the brilliance of Sir Alex …

Maxine Peake is an English actress whose shown great range in a multitude of roles. Star of both television and film, as well as stage, she’s handled a great deal of genres and starred in some of British television’s best loved shows of the past ten years.
One of her …

Father Frank Pavone is a priest known for his pro-life activities. He is the head of the organization Priests for Life. This is a very large organization with outreaches to all people, not just Catholics or Catholic priests. Father Pavone and his staff have put together …