Herb Nelson, Ellen Demming, Susan Douglas and Lyle Sudrow appear in the premiere TV broadcast of “Guiding Light,” on June 30, 1952. Credit: CBS Sep 5, 2009
Stars who have appeared on the show: James Earl Jones, Christopher Walken, Maureen O Sullivan, Teresa Wright, Kevin Bacon, Calista Flockhart, Allison Janey, Melina Kanakaredes, Mira Sorvino. STILL ON THE AIR. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
"Guiding Light" Ends, Lights Out for All? Sep 1, 2009
" Dicopolous, a regular on the show continuously since 1987, plays family man and law-enforcement officer Frank Cooper. He started with a three-year contract, but said he loved the work and the stability, even as he reeled off a few "Light" departees: Kevin Bacon, JoBeth Williams, James Earl Jones, Allison Janney, Brittany Snow, Hayden Panettiere and Melina Kanakaredes (whose character, he noted, had been married to Frank Cooper). Dicopolous acknowledged twinges of sadness in recent weeks. "When... (CBS News)
An institution ends when 'Guiding Light' turns off Sep 1, 2009
He started with a three-year contract, but said he loved the work and the stability, even as he reeled off a few "Light" departees: Kevin Bacon, JoBeth Williams, James Earl Jones, Allison Janney, Brittany Snow, Hayden Panettiere and Melina Kanakaredes (whose character, he noted, had been married to Frank Cooper). Dicopolous acknowledged twinges of sadness in recent weeks. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
'Yellow Face' tackles race, multiculturalism Aug 28, 2009
"We're not at the point in society where James Earl Jones would get cast as George Washington," Hwang says, "so long as that's the case, when roles for minorities do come along, as an employment issue, it makes more sense to cast minorities.". Hwang has mined that experience, as well as his early 1990s play "Face Value," and turned it into "Yellow Face," a mockumentary-style play that focuses on a scenario very similar to the Pryce episode. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Mike epps: A stand-up guy Aug 20, 2009
That led to working with such stars as Will Smith, Samuel Jackson, Martin Lawrence, James Earl Jones and Bernie Mac. His film credits include How High, Bait, All About the Benjamins, Friday After Next: Xmas in the Hood; Malibu's Most Wanted; The Fighting Temptations; Resident Evil, Apocalypse, Guess Who, The Honeymooners, Roll Bounce, Something New, Talk to Me, The Grand, Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins, Next Day Air and The Hangover. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Musicians jam at Columbia State Aug 4, 2009
The committee has sponsored many events over the years, including appearances by actor James Earl Jones, author John Gray and former Texas Gov. Anne Richards. The committee oversees a budget funded by student fees. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Corresponding lives Jul 24, 2009
Famous pairs that have taken on the pen pals story include Sigourney Weaver and Jeff Daniels and Elizabeth Taylor and James Earl Jones. The simplicity of the play also appealed to Corvallis Community Theatre director Jack Wirz. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Faith & Family Entertainment LLC Launches Subscription Video-On-Demand Movie Service With Cox Communications Jul 16, 2009
All films in each month's offering will be select, mainstream movies with major stars, such as Katherine Heigl, James Earl Jones, Faith Ford, Shirley Jones, Eriq LaSalle, Meredith Baxter, Ed Asner, Lori Loughlin, Cicely Tyson and Christian Bale. "We are pleased to expand our On DEMAND lineup by partnering with Faith & Family Entertainment, to bring faith-based, family-friendly movies directly to our subscribers," said Bob Nocera, director of marketing, new video services for Cox. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Cox Launches New Subscription On DEMAND Christian-Themed Movie Service Jul 16, 2009
Every month, Faith & Family Movies will feature six brand new films in addition to a library of content not available anywhere except with Faith & Family Movies on Cox On DEMAND. Titles will feature actors including Katherine Heigl, James Earl Jones, Faith Ford, Eriq LaSalle, Ed Asner, Lori Loughlin, Cicely Tyson and Christian Bale. Faith & Family movies are commercial free and available for one low monthly subscription fee. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Original 'King Kong' roars into Portsmouth tonight Jun 3, 2009
Movie: EarthJuly 25, 2 p.m.(G, 96 mins, UK, 2009)Narrated by James Earl Jones, Dysneynatures documentary follows the path of the sun as it explores our world, focusing on a trio of animal mothers and their children: polar bears, elephants, and humpback whales. Every Little StepJuly 26, 27, 28(PG-13, 96 mins, US, 2008)A film about a musical that is itself about the casting of a musical, this documentary takes fans inside the makings of A Chorus Line, focusing on the casting of the musicals... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Obamas host poetry night at White House May 14, 2009
The Obamas hosted a night of poetry reading and the spoken word featuring actor James Earl Jones, bassist and singer Esperanza Spalding and composer Lin-Manuel Miranda. The night also included musical interludes, modern poetry and excerpts from Shakespeare. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Is the White House's Poetry Jam Good for Poetry? May 13, 2009
A few of the artists featured at tonight's event include: poet Mayda Del Valle, actor James Earl Jones, writer Michael Chabon, playwright Lin-Manuel Miranda, and musician Esperanza Spalding. Word on the internet is that Saul Williams will be in the House. (Slate)
CLICK HERE! To Follow The Marist Water Polo Team At The NCAA Tournament - FINAL POST - 9:30 P.M. Sunday May 12, 2009
Former President Gerald R. Ford, playwright Arthur Miller, and actor James Earl Jones. 8. (Goredfoxes.com)
A stunning but predictable look at "earth" May 2, 2009
Voiced by the timeless James Earl Jones, and beautifully scored by George Fenton "earth" is actually a re-edit of the BBC's Planet Earth television miniseries brought to the big screen. So despite the fact that the footage looks and sounds amazing on the big screen - if you've seen the documentary you've basically seen every shot in the film. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Discovering the different animal planets of ‘Earth' May 2, 2009
Narrated by the wonderful James Earl Jones, with his distinctive and legendary voice, we follow the lives and mishaps of a polar bear, an elephant and a grey whale family. Given that April is the month for Earth Day, the film serves as a testament to what we should be working very hard to protect. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
TALE OF THE TAPE: Wolverine vs. the Michigan Wolverines May 1, 2009
Alumni James Earl Jones. More Tale of the Tape. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Disney to plant 2.7 million trees Apr 30, 2009
"Earth" is narrated by James Earl Jones and follows a year in the lives of three families of polar bears, elephants and humpback whales. Type Size. (AZCentral -- News)
Disney Joins Forces With the Nature Conservancy to Plant 2.7 Million Trees in Conjunction With First Week Ticket Sales for Disneynature's Debut Feature, 'EARTH' Apr 30, 2009
Narrated by James Earl Jones, "EARTH" tells the remarkable story of three animal families and their amazing journeys across the planet we call home. "EARTH" combines rare action, unimaginable scale and impossible locations by capturing the most intimate moments of our planet's wildest and most elusive creatures. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
This is Earth, and its spectacular Apr 28, 2009
James Earl Jones provides the gravitas to accompany majestic images ... Starring: James Earl JonesDirector: Alastair Fothergill, Mark LinfieldRun time: 1 hour, 29 minutesMPAA rating: G ... Narrator James Earl Jones provides the necessary gravitas to accompany these majestic images, and the score composed by George Fenton and performed by the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra is appropriately sweeping and grand. (MSNBC -- Movies)
American Academy of Arts, Sciences taps 2 from Emory Apr 20, 2009
The Emory academics join writers Thomas Pynchon, actor James Earl Jones and Mario Capecchi, the winner of a 2007 Nobel Prize in medicine for his research in gene targeting a new fellows with the academy. The academy also elected 19 new honorary foreign members, including former South African President and Nelson Mandela, and Bono, the lead singer for U2 and advocate for humanitarian causes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Disney Sensation David Henrie Named Grand Marshal for 2009 Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race Apr 18, 2009
She also has co-starred as Jean-Claude Van Damme's partner in the feature film "TimeCop" and with Johnny Depp in "Nick of Time." Her TV movies include "Percy and Thunder" (opposite James Earl Jones) and NBC's "Confessions: Two Faces of Evil.". In 2000, following her departure as a regular cast member on "ER," Reuben extended her burgeoning career into contemporary music, singing back-up on the North American leg of Tina Turner's "24/7" concert tour and joining Michael Feinstein for his holiday... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Earth' filmmakers had planetary challenge Apr 17, 2009
Narrated by James Earl Jones, the film follows three animal families as they lead their young through the first year of life: A male polar bear searches for food beneath melting Arctic ice as his two tiny cubs and their mother emerge from their snow den to greet the first rays of spring sunlight; a mother elephant in Africa's sun-scorched Kalahari Desert guides her calf through a blinding sandstorm in a quest for water after months of drought; a humpback whale and her new calf begin a 4,000-mile... (MSNBC -- News)
GEORGE B. KAUFFMAN: Earth Day a tipping point Apr 11, 2009
On Earth Day this year -- April 22 -- Disneynature, Disney's sector charged with producing environmental and wildlife movies, will celebrate Earth Day by releasing "Earth." Narrated by James Earl Jones, it tracks migration patterns of polar bears, African elephants and humpback whales. Buy a ticket during its first week, and Disney will plant a tree in your honor in the endangered Brazilian rainforest. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
UNH exhibit focuses on alien abduction tale Apr 10, 2009
Their story was the subject of John G. Fuller's 1966 book, "Interrupted Journey," and a movie starring James Earl Jones and Estelle Parsons. 2009 The Associated Press. (Concord Monitor)
Disneynature EARTH World Premiere: Saturday, April 18, 2009 at the El Capitan Theatre Apr 9, 2009
Narrated by JAMES EARL JONES, this film tells the remarkable story of three animal families and their amazing journeys across the planet we call home ... The first in the Disneynature lineup of films, EARTH, narrated by JAMES EARL JONES, tells the remarkable story of three animal families and their amazing journeys across the planet we all call home. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Daytime soap ends after 72 years Apr 3, 2009
The show, which launched the careers of Kevin Bacon and James Earl Jones, began as a 15-minute series on NBC radio in 1937, and debuted on CBS TV in 1952. The daytime soap followed the Lewis, Cooper and Spaulding families in the fictional town of Springfield. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
After 72 years, TV's 'Guiding Light' switches off Apr 3, 2009
Many successful actors got their start on "Guiding Light," including James Earl Jones, Calista Flockhart, Hayden Panettiere, Kevin Bacon and Taye Diggs. Faced with extinction a year ago, "Guiding Light" significantly revamped its operations. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
First Year Players successfully come together to bring 'Urinetown' to life Apr 3, 2009
The first act opens with one thunderous voice, a rumble that could give James Earl Jones a run for his money. The voice is shocking enough, but then (after the audience looks around wildly for the source) it turns out the voice is coming from the redheaded guy onstage. (Daily Orange, NY)
May the Force Be With Them Apr 3, 2009
Maybe it all comes down to Darth Vader, with his fearsome helmet and the voice of James Earl Jones. Or maybe the magic element is the open void of outer space as a backdrop. (Slate)
'Guiding Light' will go out after 72 years Apr 2, 2009
Along the way, it introduced viewers to many stars, including Kevin Bacon, Calista Flockhart, Allison Janney, James Earl Jones, Cicely Tyson, Taye Diggs, Hayden Panettiere and Brittany Snow. But the drama is the least-watched of eight remaining network soaps, averaging 2. (USA Today)
'Guiding Light' going out after 72 years Apr 2, 2009
Other actors who have spent time there include Kevin Bacon, Calista Flockhart, Allison Janney, James Earl Jones, Taye Diggs, Hayden Panettiere and Brittany Snow. (Local and wire reports). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
FAMOUS ALUMNI: See which stars got their start on 'Guiding Light' Apr 2, 2009
Through the years, 'Light' was a beacon for big-name actors - USATODAY.com. Through the years, 'Light' was a beacon for big-name actors. (USA Today)
Film Underground Presents: "The Sandlot" Mar 27, 2009
The crew will have to use all of their cunning to thwart "The Beast" and learn the secret of the mysterious old man (James Earl Jones) who takes care of it. "The Sandlot" did very well at the box office and has since been heralded for its original take on the coming-of-age flick. (The New Hampshire, NH)
LLOYD GRAY:The game will grab us once more Mar 23, 2009
"The one constant - baseball." Another great movie monologue with James Earl Jones in "Field of Dreams" highlights the historical threads tying baseball and the American story together. This country is 233 years old; professional baseball has been around 140 of those years. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Darth Vader actor battles prostate cancer Mar 19, 2009
James Earl Jones did the voice for Vader, Luke Skywalker's father, (and also for CNN promotional links) in the films as Prowse's western English accent was thought to be unsuitable for the part. Prowse, 73, added he was fighting the disease. (CNN -- Showbiz)
It's 'Showtime' as Fandango Launches on Apple App Store Mar 17, 2009
EARTH, narrated by JAMES EARL JONES, tells the remarkable story of three animal families and their amazing journeys across the planet we call home. EARTH opens on Earth Day, April 22, 2009. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Civil War Depicted In Film Mar 13, 2009
Other films, such as Sommersby (1993), starring Richard Gere, Jodie Foster, and James Earl Jones, refer to the war through depiction of Reconstruction. The films which directly deal with the war show some of the many different reactions of the divided nation. (Suite101.com)
'Superhero' helps celebrate African American History Month at SUBASE Mar 5, 2009
Jokes about actor James Earl Jones, golfer Tiger Woods, and even President Barrack Obama were interwoven with his own experiences growing up as an African American child. "[Obama] represents what this country can be, [and] should be," Manning said. (The Dolphin, CT)
Read-aloud feature on Kindle has people talking Feb 24, 2009
Certainly, no audience will confuse the computerized voice reading to you on Kindle 2 for that of professional actors James Earl Jones or Jim Dale. And Amazon calls the text-to-speech feature "experimental." But the technology is bound to improve. (USA Today)
Notes: Stars, informal wear, ink abound at Oscars Feb 23, 2009
But not before receiving good wishes from Denzel Washington, Rita Moreno and James Earl Jones. Her only other Oscar appearance came in 2006 when she was one of the performers who sang the Oscar-winning song from Hustle & Flow. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Guild Honors Feb 14, 2009
com - Award Season Focus -- Oscars, Academy Awards, Film Festivals, Comics, Red Carpet. Noms will be announced Tuesday, Jan. 22. (Variety)
Gala celebrates Ford's Theatre Feb 13, 2009
WASHINGTON James Earl Jones, Katie Couric and Kelsey Grammer honored Abraham Lincoln on the eve of his 200th birthday in a star-studded gala last night celebrating the $25 million renovation of Ford's Theatre. The theater where Lincoln was assassinated has reopened after an 18-month facelift that includes more comfortable seats and a modern lobby. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Ford's Theatre packs in stars, and Obamas, for reopening Feb 12, 2009
CBS News anchor Katie Couric and actors Kelsey Grammer, James Earl Jones, Ben Vereen, Jeffrey Wright and Audra McDonald gave a presentation of Birth and Rebirth, a tribute to Lincoln. David Selby (Falcon Crest's Richard Channing) portrayed Lincoln. (USA Today -- Life)
Looking into Abraham Lincoln Feb 12, 2009
Later this month, James Earl Jones will narrate composer Aaron Copland s famed Lincoln Portrait as part of Chicago Symphony Orchestra s Lincoln bicentennial celebration. And perhaps the busiest man for the next several weeks will be Michael Krebs, aka Abraham Lincoln. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The big 2-0-0: Lincoln to be feted coast to coast Feb 12, 2009
Later this month, James Earl Jones will narrate composer Aaron Copland's famed "Lincoln Portrait" as part of Chicago Symphony Orchestra's Lincoln bicentennial celebration. And perhaps the busiest man for the next several weeks will be Michael Krebs, aka Abraham Lincoln. (Yahoo News)
Pucko: Plan for Cutbacks Now Feb 10, 2009
Eventually with the help of revolutionary author Terence Mann (James Earl Jones), Kinsella manages to reconnect with his deceased father, also a baseball player, to "have a catch." ... See if the James Earl Jones character wasn't close when he said, "America has rolled by like an army of steamrollers. It has been erased like a blackboard, rebuilt and erased again. But baseball has marked the time. This field, this game, it's a part of our past. It reminds us of all that once was good and it... (R News)
Movie review: You’ll be ‘Taken’ for a wild ride with Neeson Feb 10, 2009
His voice ranks up there with that of James Earl Jones as undeniably recognizable and demanding of authority and power as in the voice for the lion Aslan in The Chronicles of Narnia series. When Mills talks to any character in Taken, they know where they stand. (Santa Maria Times)
Doubt tops SAG Awards pack with 5 nods Feb 7, 2009
The show will include the guilds life-achievement award for James Earl Jones. Copyright 2008 The Associated Press. (MSNBC -- Movies)
