Harry Connick Pans "Blackface" Performers Oct 9, 2009
Harry Connick Jr. (AP) ... This time, however, celebrity judge Harry Connick Jr. rated the group's talent "0," and its taste, appalling ... I have always loved Harry Connick Jr. on stage and screen and I thank him whole-heartedly for educating the world about the background of this type of discrimination. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Australian TV show apologizes for blackface skit Oct 8, 2009
American singer and actor Harry Connick Jr., who was serving as a guest judge on Wednesday night's "Hey Hey It's Saturday," was visibly shocked by the skit, in which four men with afro wigs and blackface sang and danced behind a Michael Jackson impersonator wearing white makeup ... American singer and actor Harry Connick Jr.. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Music: the week ahead Oct 8, 2009
LEROY JONES QUINTET Best known for his standout stint in Harry Connick Jr. s Orchestra, the New Orleans-born trumpeter and singer turns on a dime from earthy Preservation Hall-style licks to blazing bebop runs. He and his hard-swinging band make a late entry in the Marblehead Summer Jazz series. (Boston Globe)
Daily guide to television and radio Oct 8, 2009
Living Proof 8 p.m., midnight (LMN) The story of the doctor (Harry Connick Jr.) who helped develop the breast-cancer drug Herceptin. NR (2008). (Boston Globe)
Aussie TV apologises for Jackson 'blackface' sketch Oct 8, 2009
The skit, which aired late Wednesday on variety and talent show "Hey Hey It's Saturday," sparked an angry reaction from viewers and an on-air scolding by the show's celebrity judge, US actor and singer Harry Connick Jr.. The sketch showed a man with a white face and an afro wig impersonating the late pop icon Michael Jackson, while the faces of his back up dancers, depicting the other members of the 1960s group the Jackson Five, were daubed in black paint. (India Times, India)
Harry Connick Jr.'s Three Wishes Oct 4, 2009
Harry Connick Jr.'s New Album Marks First Collaboration With Legendary Producer Clive Davis ... Learn more about singer-composer Harry Connick Jr. as he lists his ... New Orleans native Harry Connick Jr.'s 25th album, "," is a collection of old and new standards. (ABC News)
Ask and Mick LaSalle shall answer Sep 30, 2009
In the absence of that, and without the possibility of Harry Connick Jr., I want to go with DiCaprio. Just a hunch. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Harry Connick Jr questions Hugh's Broadway blast Sep 30, 2009
The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper. September 30, 2009 - 8:57AM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
He makes New York N'awlins on the Hudson Sep 24, 2009
Yet with Harry Connick Jr. on the wide low stage, it could have been a Tuesday night at Tipitina's in New Orleans ... Yet with Harry Connick Jr. on the wide low stage, it could have been a Tuesday night at Tipitina's in New Orleans. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
New on DVD: A 'Master' Western, 'Trumbo,' 'X-Men Origins' Sep 18, 2009
Extras, extras: Deleted scenes plus interviews with Harry Connick Jr., jazz staple Hank Jones, classical pianist Helene Grimaud and other artists seen throughout the film sampling Steinway goods. ALSO IN STORES. (USA Today -- Life)
Senior Neighbors: Sept. 17 Sep 18, 2009
Friday, Sept. 18: New in Town, starring Renee Zellweger and Harry Connick Jr. This romantic comedy is about an ambitious Miami executive who meets the man of her dreams and begins reassessing her big city values, after accepting a temporary transfer to the middle of nowhere. In New Ulm, the girl from the city discovers that a bit of rural magic works wonders for her outlook on life. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Celebrity birthdays for Sept. 6-12 Sep 3, 2009
Singer Harry Connick Jr. is 42. Actress Taraji P. Henson ("The Curious Case of Benjamin Button") is 39. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
On Demand movie picks Aug 7, 2009
Costarring Harry Connick Jr. (PG; runs through Oct. 31) TY BURR. GRAN TORINO. (Boston Globe)
LETTER: Top Bagelfest bands should be country Aug 7, 2009
TODAY'S HEADLINES SPECIAL SECTION ONLINE POLL. For what other items would you like to see a 'cash for clunkers' offer. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Harry & Sally Jul 31, 2009
When Harry Met Sally did more than answer the question about, as Harry Connick Jr. sang on the soundtrack, making two lovers of friends (read further for my take on that). It sweetly, soberly and satisfyingly addressed a few other issues very few movies have even tried to get near since, and ones I didn t really get when I first saw the movie at 18, but that, at 38, ring true now. (The Palm Beach Post)
• Expect classical theater and exotic dance from Arts on Tour season Jul 24, 2009
Lippia's sound is reminiscent of the young Frank Sinatra combined with that of Harry Connick Jr. and Bobby Darin. Lippia brings to life the music and lyrics of composers like Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, Sammy Cahn, Jimmy Van Heusen and Rodgers and Hart. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
'The Proposal' Jun 19, 2009
Bullock, who has been paired with the likes of Hugh Grant, Harry Connick Jr. and Ben Affleck, has good, crackling chemistry with Reynolds, who shows off his Deadpool physique from "X-Men" and graduates to leading man territory. So why not a full-fledged endorsement. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
New on DVD: Yankees highlights, 'Zabriskie Point' May 29, 2009
Its need for restructuring is a lead-in to squabbles with labor rep Harry Connick Jr. (a hunky widower-with-child, of course). Not even as mirthful as the Pez dispenser a friend just sent me. (USA Today -- Life)
NEW ON DVD: 'New in Town' never moves past predictable formula May 29, 2009
This isn't the sort of thing that sits well with Ted Mitchell (Harry Connick Jr.), the local union representative, but he's so handsome and Zellweger so pretty it's obvious they'll find some way to spark a romance. Extras include deleted scenes, an audio commentary, a couple making-of features and a featurette on scrap booking. (Florida Today)
DVD Report: This week's new releases (May 24) May 24, 2009
Zellweger plays dyslexic snowbird as a high-powered Miami exec who bundles off to rural Minnesota to do the romantic comedy thing with Harry Connick Jr. Extras: Cast and crew commentary; production featurettes. (Lionsgate, $29. (Boston Globe)
Stars flock to flamboyant HIV/AIDS gala May 18, 2009
Talk-show host Ellen DeGeneres and actor-musician Harry Connick Jr. returned yesterday to their hometown of New Orleans to cheer on Tulane University's graduating "Katrina Class" the students displaced by Hurricane Katrina nearly four years ago. "Look at you," DeGeneres told the 2,000-plus graduates who received diplomas at the Louisiana Superdome. (Honolulu Advertiser)
In Theaters, March 26-April 2 Apr 1, 2009
Updated Mar 26, 2009 - 15:05:47 CDT. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Obama on 'Tonight Show' Mar 18, 2009
New Orleans native Harry Connick Jr. will be honored by hometown Tulane University in May. He is one of four people receiving honorary degrees from the school. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Dreier client list a celebrity who's who Mar 16, 2009
Dozens of current and past music sensations were listed, such as Harry Connick Jr., Elvis Costello, Jon Bon Jovi, Diana Krall, 50 Cent, Echo and the Bunnymen and companies representing the Doors, the B-52s and the Ramones. There were also pages of names of sports celebrities, including baseball players Andy Pettitte and Sammy Sosa, tennis star Maria Sharapova and hockey player Kevin Weekes, teams Manchester United PLC and the New York Mets and the Major League Baseball Players Association. (Globe and Mail)
Top 20 Concerts to See (5:28 p.m.) Mar 5, 2009
(15) Harry Connick Jr.; $193,564; $64. 12. (WTVR.com, VA)
Family Film Guide Feb 27, 2009
The kid-attractor factor: Rene Zellweger and Harry Connick Jr., making goo-goo eyes in the snow. Good lessons/bad lessons: It's a lot easier to put people you don't know out of a job. (Erie Times-News, PA)
New Orleans ready for final Mardi Gras fling Feb 24, 2009
Two were scheduled for Monday night, including Orpheus, with founder Harry Connick Jr. and guests Jim Belushi and about a dozen other celebrities. On Tuesday the parades were to kick off at 8 a.m. with the Zulu krewe, followed by Rex and hundreds of truck floats. (Yahoo News)
Harry Connick Jr. to attend New Orleans Mardi Gras Feb 20, 2009
Know where you're eating tonight. Our BRAND NEW Dining Guide is now open for business. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Journey will play in March on Oahu, Maui, Big Island Feb 20, 2009
NEW ORLEANS Harry Connick Jr. is going home for Mardi Gras. The New Orleans native and co-founder of the Krewe of Orpheus is returning to celebrate Carnival with his family, friends and krewe mates. (Honolulu Advertiser)
'Idol' viewers prefer Jackson Feb 20, 2009
Harry Connick Jr. is going home for Mardi Gras. The New Orleans native and co-founder of the Krewe of Orpheus is returning home to celebrate Carnival with his family, friends and krewe mates. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Harry Connick Jr. To Ride In Orpheus Feb 19, 2009
NEW ORLEANS -- Performer Harry Connick Jr. will ride in the parade put on by the krewe he co-founded, the Krewe of Orpheus announced Wednesday. Connick Jr. will be returning to his native New Orleans to celebrate Lundi Gras with family and friends. (KIRO TV, WA)
Harlem Globetrotters "Spinning the Globe" Tour Shattering Box Office Records Across North America Feb 18, 2009
Source: Harlem Globetrotters. All-Time Record Show at Staples Center in Los Angeles Among 29 Box Office Marks to Date. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Film Review: New In Town Feb 17, 2009
Rene Zellweger Stars With Harry Connick, Jr., in This Poor Comedy. New In Town uses clichs about Midwesterners and businesswomen to tell a re-packaged version of Doc Hollywood, without humor or charm. (Suite101.com)
Marcia Gay Harden's Short List Feb 15, 2009
Swinging out of Nashville, he is the rowdy Harry Connick Jr.. A Soldier of the Great War, by Mark Helprin One of my favorite books, which I'm rereading. (Time.com)
British rock band Oasis to play first China dates Feb 11, 2009
Last year, bandleader Harry Connick Jr. was forced to make last-minute changes to his show in Shanghai because an old song list was mistakenly submitted to Chinese authorities to secure the performance permit for the concert. Authorities insisted he play the songs on the original list, even though his band did not have the music for them. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
In theaters - Feb. 5-6, 2009 Feb 10, 2009
By THE HERALD Monday, February 9, 2009 12:06 PM CST Star ratings are out of four possible stars. Ratings listed are given by Herald columnist Andrew Parkhurst (AP) or writers at The St. Louis Post-Dispatch (STL). (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Nothing new about ideas behind 'New in Town' Feb 8, 2009
And you know the second she clashes with blue-collar union rep Ted (a low-key Harry Connick Jr.) that the two will eventually fall for each other ; even though, as she very literally and forcefully states at the start, ;I;m here to do a job, not make friends. . (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
MOVIE REVIEW: From bland corporate climber to joyless everywoman Feb 8, 2009
e Zellweger, who plays a corporate shark, with Harry Connick Jr. in the film ... But the good citizens of New Ulm, including the hunky local union representative, Ted Mitchell (Harry Connick Jr.), will have none of her highfalutin double talk. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Investing in films. It makes sense says Norm Waitt Jr. Feb 8, 2009
His latest investment: "New in Town," a comedy starring Renee Zellweger and Harry Connick Jr. Opening today, the film could give his company, Gold Circle Films, a "Greek Wedding" boost. "I think it's got as good a shot as anything," he says. (Sioux City Journal)
New movie reviews (Last modified: 02/05/09) Feb 7, 2009
STARRING: REN;E ZELLWEGER, HARRY CONNICK JR., SIOBHAN FALLON. RUNNING TIME: 105 MIN.. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Scoop: Phelps tried to quash bong photo Feb 7, 2009
Michael Phelps tried to quash bong photo. Plus: Ugly Betty takes a break; Lohan wasn't bored at Super Bowl. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Scoop: Watts opens up about loss of Ledger Feb 7, 2009
starring Renee Zellweger and Harry Connick Jr. is clearly trying to take advantage of women who want to see something other than football. But even though Connick Jr. has a strong niche following, Zellweger hasnt been opening movies that well, even with major co-stars. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Turning 40 doesnt scare Renee Zellweger Feb 7, 2009
Ironically, that flick starred her current co-star, Harry Connick Jr. Additionally, she completed a thriller called Case 39 and has two other films scheduled for release this year. And, depending which tabloid you believe, shes got a new guy Dan Abrams, a British TV legal analyst who has had his share of high-profile love affairs. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Connick Jr. braves a big chill for New in Town Feb 7, 2009
29: Singer-actor Harry Connick Jr. is talking to the TODAY hosts about his new film, "New In Town," in which he stars with Rene Zellweger ... NEW YORK - According to Harry Connick Jr., winter in Canada counts as a fifth season. (MSNBC -- Movies)
January is the saddest movie month of the year Feb 7, 2009
Harry Connick Jr. co-stars. Hudson and Hathaway arent the only ones looking to drop charm bombs on our heads in the chill of January 2009. (MSNBC -- Movies)
New in Town dreadfully same-old, same-old Feb 7, 2009
Harry Connick Jr. co-stars ... Starring: Renee Zellweger, Harry Connick Jr., Frances Conroy, J.K. SimmonsDirector: Jonas ElmerRun time: 1 hour, 36 minutesMPAA rating: PG. (MSNBC -- Movies)
