'This Is It': But Is It Really? MJ Movie Opens Oct 29, 2009
Actor Marlon Wayans, who brought his son, said, "To me and my family, Michael Jackson -- actually his entire family -- for us they were the inspiration that made the Wayans the Wayans. We loved them.". As much as the evening was about big names, it was also about giving some lesser-known talents a chance to celebrate their boss. (ABC News)
Remembering Bernie Mac Oct 24, 2009
Winning the Miller Lite Comedy Search opened a number of doors for Mac and he made his feature debut in Mo Money (1992 - starring Damon and Marlon Wayans) as a club doorman. That wasn t the end as Mac appeared in House Party 3 as the militant Uncle Vester and went on to create the Who Ya Wit Tour featuring the five Mac-A-Roni Dancers. (Suite101.com)
Requiem for a Dream is a Nightmare ... Oct 11, 2009
Sara's son Harry (Jared Leto), his fashion designer girlfriend Marion (Jennifer Connelly), and his friend and "business partner" Tyrone (Marlon Wayans) each begin using drugs in a time of prosperity and hope, only to watch their dreams dissipate as their desires become addictions. Relentless in its portrayal of the depths people are capable of combing to feed what is killing them, it is one of the darkest and most uncompromising films to have ever been nominated by the Academy; a horror movie of... (Suite101.com)
Big East Football Preview Sep 10, 2009
5 tackles for losses and 16 total stops in 2008 Prominent alumni of Howard include Nobel laureate Toni Morrison, Supreme Court justice Thurgood Marshall, Illinois senator Roland Burris, musicians Roberta Flack and Sean Combs and actor Marlon Wayans. SYRACUSE. (BlueGoldNews.com)
Quality kept away the doldrums at movie theaters this summer Aug 30, 2009
If Channing Tatum and Marlon Wayans don t get an MTV Movie Award nomination for Best Heavily Armed Interracial Action Duo, I ll eat my Cobra Commander mask. Go Joe. (Boston Globe)
Cinema File: 'G.I. Joe' launches surprising attack (with PODCAST) Aug 13, 2009
4 stars out of 5 Director: Stephen Sommers Stars: Channing Tatum, Sienna Miller, Marlon Wayans Length: 118 min. Rating: PG-13. Andrew Shearer. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Young, old go surfin' to Teen Choice wins Aug 10, 2009
"I was in the wedding," says Marlon Wayans of G.I. Joe star 's recent nuptials. "It was like something out of Beauty and the Beast. I was waiting for teacups and pots to start singing or something.". (USA Today -- Life)
'G.I. Joe' commands box office Aug 10, 2009
The team from left- the members of the elite G.I. JOE team include team leader, DUKE (Channing Tatum), team commander GENERAL HAWK (Dennis Quaid), BREAKER (Sa d Taghmaoui), a specialist in deciphering covert electronics and technology, SCARLETT (Rachel Nichols), a martial arts master and skilled in the use of the Crossbow Pistol, and RIPCORD (Marlon Wayans), an expert marksman and weapons specialist, in ;G.I. JOE: The Rise of Cobra. . (Athens Banner-Herald)
‘G.I. Joe' review: Worst ‘blockbuster' of summer Aug 9, 2009
I have been buying my coffee at BNG for years, and have always been greeted with a smile and a friendly (Seacoast New Hampshire)
SAY IT AIN'T SO, 'G.I. JOE' Aug 8, 2009
Ripcord (Marlon Wayans) is their comedic sidekick. Duke's squad hooks up with a secret commando team that calls itself G.I. Joe and is at war with evil counterparts who have no team name but are so inept, I'll just call them G.I. Schmo. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
G.I. Joe is an utterly adequate action flick Aug 8, 2009
The first batch of the warheads are being transported by NATO troops led by Duke (Channing Tatum) and Ripcord (Marlon Wayans), but the convoy is ambushed by bad guys wielding advance weaponry and superior fighting skills ... Channing Tatum and Marlon Wayans talk about the difficulty of filming in the accelerator suits. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Apolitical playtime with ‘G.I. Joe’ Aug 8, 2009
The heroes of the super-secret international G.I. Joe team, taken from several earlier incarnations of TV series and video games, include blandly handsome Duke (Channing Tatum), ace flyboy and comic relief Ripcord (Marlon Wayans), silent ninja fighter Snake Eyes (Ray Park), computer genius Breaker (Sa ... Starring: Channing Tatum, Sienna Miller, Marlon Wayans, Dennis Quaid, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Christopher Eccleston, Ray Park. (Boston Globe)
Review: 'G.I. Joe' Completes Intended Mission Aug 8, 2009
Keeping connected to the cartoon series moniker that dub Joe a "Real American Hero," the unit is rooted in the U.S. and is led by Army General Hawk (Dennis Quaid), who reluctantly recruits two soldiers -- Duke (Channing Tatum) and Ripcord (Marlon Wayans) -- to thwart the terrorist organization Cobra's plans from launching high-tech warheads that literally disintegrate its target. Early on, they take out the Eiffel Tower in Paris -- and some major targets in the U.S. and abroad are in the... (Click2Houston, TX)
'G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra' Aug 8, 2009
An elite team headed by Gen. Hawk (Dennis Quaid) saves the nanomite (metal-eating micro-robots) bombs, and Duke and his pal Ripcord (Marlon Wayans) are impressed. "When all else fails, we don't," Gen. Hawk growls. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra: Straight to Self-Parody Aug 8, 2009
Movie Review: 'G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra' - TIME. " If that recalls the first line of the old Mystery Science Theater 3000 theme song, you will have brought the proper attitude to the movie: it hardly needs wisecracking robots, for it not only carries the seeds of its own destruction but hands them out like a Burpee's salesman. An early scene, flashing back to 17th century France, plays like a lost Monty Python sketch. For its modern-day Paris scenes, the movie borrows some set pieces... (Time.com)
"G.I. Joe" Hits the Big Screen Aug 7, 2009
"Have you ever seen Marlon Wayans play with your head? It's crazy! He does the most ridiculous things.". "I think they've made me better," Miller joked. (CBS News)
Who Will Be The 'G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra' Breakout Star? Aug 7, 2009
In between trying to defeat the bad guys, she finds time for a little bit of veiled romance with Ripcord (Marlon Wayans). She can do action, she can do the lovey-dovey stuff, and a smart casting director needs to give her a shot at a leading role worthy of her talents. (VHI.com -- Music News)
In parkas, armor, 'G.I. Joe' team is hot on the trail of terrorists Aug 6, 2009
Channing Tatum, left, Dennis Quaid, Said Taghmaoui, Rachel Nichols and Marlon Wayans star in G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra ... During a break, she points at co-star Marlon Wayans and declares: "You are wearing the battle gear!". (USA Today)
'G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra' Stars Were Fans Of The TV Show First Aug 6, 2009
I knew if we didn't do a good job, some dude out of Comic-Con was gonna kick all of our behinds,' Marlon Wayans says ... Both Channing Tatum (Duke) and Marlon Wayans (Ripcord) told MTV that they were huge fans of the cartoon series. (VHI.com -- Music News)
No go: Paramount won't show critics G.I. Joe Aug 5, 2009
With a reported production budget of $175 million and a cast that includes Dennis Quaid, Channing Tatum, Sienna Miller, Marlon Wayans and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, "G.I. Joe" follows the adventures of an elite team using high-tech spy and military equipment to take down a corrupt arms dealer. It comes from director Stephen Sommers, whose previous films include "The Mummy" and "Van Helsing.". (MSNBC -- News)
Park Careful Not To Maul Snake Eyes Role Aug 5, 2009
Snake Eyes is a vital member of the Joe unit, which also includes Duke (Channing Tatum), Scarlett (Rachel Nichols) and Ripcord (Marlon Wayans). Without question, the biggest difference between roles like Darth Maul and Snake Eyes is that with the latter, Park's elaborate makeup as the horned Sith was replaced with a form-fitting suit that covered the actor head-to-toe. (Click2Houston, TX)
'G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra' Stars Study Up On Treasured Franchise Aug 5, 2009
Marlon Wayans and Channing Tatum ( MTV News ) ... Miller, Rachel Nichols, Channing Tatum and Marlon Wayans, the big question was how much background knowledge each performer brought to their role. (VHI.com -- Music News)
BK® Kids Meal Toys Bring Action of 'G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra' to BURGER KING® Restaurants Aug 4, 2009
Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Entertainment Present, In Association With Hasbro, A di Bonaventura Pictures Production of A Stephen Sommers Film: G.I. JOE: The Rise of Cobra starring Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Christopher Eccleston, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Byung Hun Lee, Sienna Miller, Rachel Nichols, Ray Park, Jonathan Pryce, Sad Taghmaoui, Channing Tatum, Marlon Wayans and Dennis Quaid. The film is directed by Stephen Sommers. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Paramount Pictures waves the flag for 'G.I. Joe' Aug 4, 2009
Actors Rachel Nichols and Marlon Wayans ride on a Humvee during the homeland movie premiere for G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland, home of Air Force One ... Paramount Pictures gave the movie its homeland premiere at the base for Air Force One, flying out its stars Channing Tatum, Sienna Miller and Marlon Wayans for a helicopter tour, meetings with the base commander and airmen, and a red carpet replete with paparazzi and billowing American flags. (FOX59, IN)
'G.I. Joe' stars hang with real American heroes Aug 2, 2009
Stars , , Marlon Wayans and arrived at a special military screening of their movie Friday night sticking out of the tops of Humvees. They arrived to about 300 screaming fans who stood in line the good part of two hours to see them, while another 400 people sat inside the theater anxious to see the potential summer blockbuster. (USA Today -- Life)
Harmed and dangerous Jul 31, 2009
The film details how lead soldier Duke (played by Channing Tatum) and Ripcord (Marlon Wayans) become part of the group ... Stars Channing Tatum, Sienna Miller, Dennis Quaid, Marlon Wayans. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sienna Miller talks up G.I. Joe Jul 21, 2009
(From left) Rachel Nichols, Marlon Wayans, Sienna Miller and Channing Tatum in Sydney to promote G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra ... With her were co-stars Rachel Nichols, Channing Tatum, Marlon Wayans, as well as director Stephen Sommers and producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Celebrity birthdays for the week of July 19-25 Jul 16, 2009
Quinn, Medicine Woman") is 81. Actress Louise Fletcher is 75. Singer Chuck Jackson is 72. Actor Terence Stamp is 71. Game show host Alex Trebek is 69. Singer George Clinton is 68. Singer-actor Bobby Sherman is 66. Writer-director Paul Schrader is 63. Singer Don Henley is 62. Actor Danny Glover is 62. Actor-comedian-director Albert Brooks is 62. Composer Alan Menken ("Little Mermaid,""Little Shop of Horrors") is 60. Musician Al Di Meola is 55. Actor Willem Dafoe is 54. Singer Keith Sweat is 48.... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Harry Potter, Depp have summers top picks Jun 30, 2009
Starring: Channing Tatum, Marlon Wayans, Dennis Quaid, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Christopher Eccleston, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Sienna Miller Director: Stephen Sommers Story: G.I. Joe is not a man; instead it is an elite unit of soldiers, which includes Duke (Tatum), Hawk (Quaid), Ripcord (Wayans) and Snake Eyes (Ray Park). They take on villains including the Baroness (Miller) and the evil Cobra Commander (Gordon-Levitt). (MSNBC -- Movies)
Entertainers ready Jackson tributes for BET Awards Jun 28, 2009
"Simply put, we love Beyonce. With her immense talent, boundless energy, total professionalism and class, it's always an honor to have her grace a BET stage. She's performed on the BET Awards show more times than any BET Networks Pays Tribute to Michael Jackson with Three Days of Special Programming Michael Jackson has impacted the world of music and pop culture in a way like no one else has. To pay tribute to Jackson's life and career that has influenced generations, BET Networks will be airing... (Fresno Bee -- State)
Throngs Of Fans Pay Tribute To Jackson Jun 26, 2009
" He IS and WAS the greatest entertainer of all times...Peace to you brother. Lindsay Lohan: NO OMG ... sending my love and prayers out to Michael and his family ... i feel sick.. Marlon Wayans: My prayers, my love, my heart goes out to michael jackson and the entire jackson family. I pray so hard for them. I'm crushed! Please pray. Pete Wentz: Prayers and thoughts with michael jackson ... I haven't hope in so long that news isn't true. Kim Kardashian: Wow I am truly in shock that Michael... (CBS News)
Exclusive New G.I. Joe Poster Jun 19, 2009
The cast also includes Channing Tatum as Duke, Sienna Miller as the Baroness, Christopher Eccleston as Destro, Marlon Wayans as Ripcord, Rachel Nichols as Scarlett, and Dennis Quaid as General Hawk. Our colleague sites also have character-oriented posters you should check out after downloading the hi-res version of ours (available by clicking on the image below). (IGN FilmForce)
Jennie Garth reveals heart condition May 27, 2009
Keenan, Shawn and Marlon Wayans talk about their writing methods and how they decide if a joke has gone too far. Plus, what do the guys think about working with each other. (MSNBC -- News)
Wayans Brothers Give Impressive Donation to NorthStar Moving's Drive for Clothes Off Our Back Foundation May 23, 2009
Bid on Clothing Worn by Shawn and Marlon Wayans and Bring Smiles to Childrens Charities. On Friday May 22, 2009, 12:00 pm EDT. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
2009 blockbuster movies look a bit familiar May 22, 2009
", young fans are already practicing their wand swishing and incantations in anticipation of J.K. Rowling's sixth book to make it to the big screen. 9. 'G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra' In theaters: Aug. 7 Rating: N/A Director: Stephen Sommers Starring: Dennis Quaid, Channing Tatum, Marlon Wayans, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Rachel Nichols, Sienna Miller About: The members of the Global Integrated Joint Operating Entity (or G.I. Joe -- get it?) go up against the forces of Cobra, an evil organization. The... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Wayans' 'Dance Flick' has only some of the right moves May 22, 2009
Other characters also suffer from overkill, including Marlon Wayans' drama instructor. His extreme depiction of a groveling man picking cotton in a classroom illustration of integrity drove two people at my screening to leave. (USA Today -- Life)
FLAT-FOOTED FILM BAD IN EVERY WAYANS May 22, 2009
Craig, Damien and their uncles Keenen Ivory, Shawn and Marlon Wayans are credited with the script for this grade-school parody of "Save the Last Dance," "Step Up," "Stomp the Yard," etc. Previously the senior Wayanses gave us the "Scary Movie" series and "White Chicks." Let us just say that they have taught the next generation everything they know. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Terminator,' Stiller in franchise fracas May 21, 2009
Cast is led by Marlon Wayans, Amy Sedaris and Shawn Wayans. Though "Smithsonian" and "Salvation" target different demos, it's not ideal to have two tentpole pics opening on the same weekend. (Variety)
Summer 2009 movie preview: Ho-hum? Apr 30, 2009
Cast: Dennis Quaid, Marlon Wayans, Sienna Miller. The plot: An elite military team fights the mysterious Cobra organization. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Genius at work Apr 28, 2009
I had breakfast with Marlon Wayans for my picture ("Valentine's Day"). Then I was two hours with Ashton Kutcher. (Florida Today)
Beyonce, Will Smith, Vanessa Hudgens, Jack Black, iCarly, Selena Gomez, SpongeBob SquarePants, The Jonas Brothers, Jesse McCartney, Miley Cyrus, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa and More Nab Top Honors at Nickelodeon's 22nd Annual Kids' Choice Awards Mar 30, 2009
The star-studded telecast featured additional celebrity participants, including: Paula Abdul, David Archuleta, John Cena, Lily Collins, Miranda Cosgrove, Chase Crawford, Miley Cyrus, Zac Efron, America Ferrera, Megan Fox, Shia LaBeouf, George Lopez, Keke Palmer, Josh Peck, Chris Pine, Amy Poehler, Queen Latifah, Emma Roberts, Chris Rock, Ben Stiller, Marlon Wayans, Owen Wilson, Alex Wolff, Nat Wolff and many others. Special programming began early on Nickelodeon with a Friday night pre-show... (PR Newswire)
Stars ooze compliments at Nick's Kids' Choice Awards Mar 30, 2009
" Marlon Wayans, who ran up and down the carpet imitating other celebrities as they gave interviews, said he'd want to get slimed by Dwayne Johnson, who hosted the event. "If he slimes me, I would be very upset, but that man is very buff, and I know in my good sense that I'm not to say nothing. I've seen him whup butt in movies. (USA Today -- Life)
High School Musical 3 tops with Kids Mar 29, 2009
"Hannah Montana star is a money-making sensation in music, TV and film. more photosThe green theme took on an entirely different meaning when Cameron Diaz presented her Gangs of New York co-star Leonardo DiCaprio with the first-ever Big Green Help Award. The Titanic and Revolutionary Road actor was selected to receive the green blimp trophy because of his contribution and promotion of environmental issues.Right now, our mother our mother all of our mothers, Mother... (MSNBC -- News)
Kids Choose 'HSM' Mar 29, 2009
"What you guys don't know is that's real boogers," comedian Marlon Wayans said earlier in the show. FOX NEWS VIDEOS. (Fox News)
Sienna Miller Describes 'Really Good Girl Fight' In 'G.I. Joe: Rise Of Cobra' Mar 11, 2009
"Channing Tatum [as Duke] and Marlon Wayans [as Ripcord] are in those in that scene. It's Channing and Marlon; they are [in] suits that make you run extremely fast. "It's gadget heaven," Miller said of the flick, directed by "Mummy" filmmaker Stephen Sommers. "This movie is definitely taking effects to a whole new level. It's really, really exciting. (VHI.com -- Music News)
World Poker Tour® Invitational Draws Record Field, Raises More Than $112,000 for The Vine Group USA Mar 4, 2009
Mekhi Phifer, Don Cheadle, Ray Romano, Brad Garrett, Joel Madden, Benji Madden, Nicky Hilton, Jon Hamm, Michael Vartan, Jennifer Tilly, Oliver Hudson, Danny Masterson, Camryn Manheim, supermodel Helena Houdova, Jose Canseco, Ricki Lake, Marlon Wayans, Shannon Elizabeth, Tia Carrere, Lou Diamond Philips, Vanessa Branch and Shanna Moekler were among the many celebrities at the tables trying their hand against poker pros like Mike Matusow, Mike Sexton, Phil Laak, Antonio Esfandiari, Chip Jett, Andy... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hollywood Hits the Tables for the 7TH Annual WPT® Invitational Feb 20, 2009
Confirmed celebrities include Don Cheadle, Nicky Hilton, Nelly, Ray Romano, Brad Garrett, Zachary Levi, Oliver Hudson, Mekhi Phifer, Michael Vartan, Ricki Lake, Montel Williams, Camryn Manheim, Patrick Warburton, Donnie Wahlberg, Marlon Wayans, David Katzenberg, Vincent Kartheiser, Jon Hamm, Billy Baldwin, Kevin Pollack, Matthew Lillard, Jason Mewes, Kelly Hu, Billy Burke, Joel David Moore, and many others. Confirmed poker pros include Phil Hellmuth, Mike Matusow, Mike Sexton, Phil Laak, Antonio... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
POP CULTURE GRID: What makes athletes' stomachs turn? Feb 10, 2009
The Pop Culture Grid - Extra Mustard - SI.com. var cnn_cm_long = Math. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
