Showing posts with label Jeff Bridges. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jeff Bridges. Show all posts

Friday, May 20, 2011

Actors who sing


Actors who can really sing
 Actors who can really sing As the second season of the hit TV musical "Glee " comes to a close the actors are proof that acting and singing can come in one pretty package. Even Charlie Sheen has caught the singing bug with the release of charlie sheen new single a collaboration with a rap star snoop dogg, ""Winning, " to benefit disaster tornado relief. Here are some actors with some real musical talent.


 Jeff Bridges
Veteran actor Jeff Bridges eased into singing with a performance on a popular late night show conan TBS where he performed "I Don't Know " from his Oscar-winning role Crazy Heart movie.
 Kevin Spacey
Oscar-winner American Beauty movie Kevin Spacey  added his vocal talents  to the soundtrack for "Beyond the Sea, " in which he portrayed a classic rock 'n' roll bobby darin singer.
 Russell Crowe
Russell Crowe fronted the rock band commonly abbreviated TOFOG 30 odd foot of grunts and released several tracks. A few members of the band, including the actor, evolved into The Ordinary Fear of God who continues to record listen to their songs my hand my heart songs.
 Minnie Driver
Though she did not sing in the film version of "Phantom of the Opera, " Minnie Driver did sing a song listen learn to be lonely minnie driver that composer Andrew Lloyd Webber wrote for the film. Her album everything i've got in my pocket minnie driver includes many of her own songs.
 Evan Rachel Wood
Vampire queen on a hit HBO show true blood , actress Evan Rachel Wood  provided the vocals  for Lucy in the musical romance "Across the Universe," a film inspired by one of the biggest boy bands The Beatles of all time.
 Lauren Ambrose
Classically trained as an opera singer  Lauren Ambrose  now sings New Orleans-style ragtime with the seven-piece band Lauren Ambrose and the Leisure Class. Watch her perform.
 Kevin Costner
Kevin Costner  founded the country rock band Modern West  in 2007. The band has released two albums  and has toured internationally. Modern West also performed at this major sporting event in 2007.
 Anne Hathaway
Actress and 2011 Oscar co-host, Anne Hathaway  enchanted audiences and serenaded this famous actor. She  sang two songs in a bewitching fairy tale  and gave voice to a free-spirited bird in 2011's "Rio "  and showcased her musical talents for two songs in the film and the soundtrack.
 Dennis Quaid
Dennis Quaid  plays with his band The Sharks  for the love of playing  but has not sought a recording contract. The band has played shows for the past 11 years and has included songs by a former Quaid character .
 Catherine Zeta-Jones
Before her breakout film  Catherine Zeta-Jones  attempted a music career in the United Kingdom. Her vocal talents were showcased in the big-screen version of "Chicago ".
 Robert Downey Jr.
"Iron Man " star Robert Downey Jr.  has sung on several of his movie soundtracks  and released his own album  The Futurist .
 Scarlett Johansson
Golden Globe nominee  Scarlett Johansson  debuted her first album with cover songs from Tom Waits. Her second album is a collaboration with singer/songwriter Pete Yorn.
 Leighton Meester
Leighton Meester  of "Gossip Girl " fame, played the role of a young country singer in this recent film . She has released several singles  and an album. Watch her music video for "Somebody to Love. "
 Zooey Deschanel
Born into a Hollywood family  Zooey Deschanel  was destined for the silver screen, but her talent doesn't stop there. She is one half of the indie folk duo She & Him  and plays the piano and ukulele.
 Bruce Willis
Known for his "Die Hard " series, Bruce Willis  enjoyed a brief music career with a hit single  reaching the No. five spot on the charts in 1987. He followed up with another album , but has since largely stayed away from the music since.

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Comebacks of 2010

Comebacks of 2010

From the 88-year-old who hosted "Saturday Night Live" to the QB who uplifted his team and town, several people have come back bigger than ever in 2010. Meet the following folks (and one company) who overcame adversity to achieve dramatic success.

Betty White
Betty White
Then: Underemployed icon of "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" and "Golden Girls".
2010: At advanced age, kills as "SNL" host. Appears in new sitcom and has a book deal.

Sandra Bullock
Sandra Bullock
Then: Moving into a perilous age for Hollywood, she slogs through low-buzz films.
2010: Nabs Best Actress Oscar for this movie and hits this box office record.

Jerry Brown
Jerry Brown
Then: Ex-governor of California who ran thrice for this job and failed.
2010: Decades later, is re-elected California governor against rich opponent.

Conan O'Brien
Conan O'Brien
Then: After a short stint, O'Brien leaves dream job. Transcript of farewell speech.
2010: Pockets settlement, joins Twitter, launches new show, scores huge ratings.

Cher
Cher
Then: Last movie? 1999. Last album? 2002.
2010: Outshines "Burlesque" co-star half her age. Rocks fishnets in magazine.

Sarah Palin
Sarah Palin
Then: After losing historic election, she quits governor's job.
2010: Power broker; best-selling author; reality TV star. And, big question ...

Harry Reid
Harry Reid
Then: Racial comments about future President Obama. Tough re-election looms.
2010: Held on to his Senate seat and will retain his powerful position.

Jeff Bridges
Jeff Bridges
Then: Appears in 1982's "Tron". Are the Dude's best roles behind him?
2010: Wins Best Actor Oscar for this movie. Appears in "Tron: Legacy"

Aaron Sorkin
Aaron Sorkin
Then: His "West Wing" ends. Creates short-lived Matthew Perry show.
2010: Writes "The Social Network". Directing true tale of unfaithful politico.

Julie Taymor
Julie Taymor
Then: Director of 1997 Broadway smash releases Beatles movie to mixed reviews.
2010: Teams with legendary rockers to bring "Spider-Man" to Broadway.

Eminem
Eminem
Then: Overdosed on this drug in 2007. Tense relations with mother and ex-wife.
2010: Releases album "Recovery" with hit single with Rihanna. Grammy nomination.

Ursula Burns
Ursula Burns
Then: As president of an ailing corporate giant, Burns had to swing the hatchet.
2010: Named CEO last year; assumed this title in May. Why is this historic?

Jonathan Franzen
Jonathan Franzen
Then: Declines to chat with Oprah Winfrey, who does this. No big book since 2001.
2010: Critics praise his best-selling novel. Appears on you-know-who's book club list.

Ford Motor Co.
Ford Motor Co.
Then: Reports staggering loss for 2008. Joins other automakers in requesting this.
2010: After refusing federal funds, Ford announces this for first time since 2005.

Joan Rivers
Joan Rivers
Then: Losing gigs to this star-bashing comedienne. Resigned to reality TV.
2010: After winning reality-TV contest, revives career with acclaimed documentary.

Drew Brees
Drew Brees
Then: After returning to Hurricane Katrina-hit home, Saints fail to make '07 and '08 playoffs.
2010: Leads Saints to Super Bowl win. His charity helps kids affected by Katrina.

Rihanna

Rihanna

Then: Could she ever top "Umbrella"? Boyfriend sentenced for abuse.
2010: Wins "Run This Town" Grammys. Hits No. 1 with "Only Girl"

Chilean miners
The Chilean Miners
Then: While mining for this, 33 men were trapped underground. What went wrong?
2010: After more than two months, all were rescued.

Mark Twain
Mark Twain
Then: Been dead for how long? "Huckleberry Finn" too edgy for children?
2010: Twain autobiography published. Author hits amazing milestone.

Katy Perry
Katy Perry
Then: Sexy pop song is song of summer 2008. One-hit-wonder alert?
2010: Confirms star status with two summer hits: "California Gurls"

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