'This Is It': But Is It Really? MJ Movie Opens Oct 29, 2009
But that didn't matter to the dozens of celebrities, such as Will Smith, Jennifer Lopez, Paula Abdul and Paris Hilton who braved the blustery winds, the screaming fans and more than 100 media crews at the Nokia Theater, who all wanted to be the first to see video of the in the months before he passed away. "I'm sitting in the nokia theater in awe of the "this is it" movie! So many emotions are coming up For me I can't believe He's Gone BRILLIANT," Abdul tweeted. (ABC News)
Fresno joins Jackson fans worldwide at flim premiere Oct 29, 2009
At the Los Angeles premiere near the arena where much of Jacksons rehearsal footage was shot, celebrities attending included Will Smith, Jennifer Lopez, Paris Hilton, Neil Patrick Harris, Katy Perry, Adam Lambert, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Motown Records founder Berry Gordy Jr.. This Is It played like a concert, the celebrity audience applauding after each number. (Fresno Bee)
In Pictures: Worldwide premiere Oct 28, 2009
Hollywood stars Jennifer Lopez and Will Smith were also among the first to see the movie. Other celebrities at the Los Angeles premiere included (l-r) Motown boss Berry Gordy, High School Musical star Ashley Tisdale, musicians Adam Lambert and Katy Perry and film director Kenny Ortega. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Citizen Webitor Oct 28, 2009
091951 wrote on Apr 5, 2009 1:37 PM:" Saw an interesting film recently. It made me think that an organ donor card should be completed with every cell phone or texter purchase, you know, just in case. Oh, the movie was "SEVEN POUNDS" staring Will Smith. ". dd4167 wrote on Apr 5, 2009 11:39 AM:" Hooray! the comics are all there today!!! ". (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Global premiere for Jackson movie Oct 28, 2009
Stars attending the event included Will Smith, Jennifer Lopez, Paris Hilton, Katy Perry, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Motown Records founder Berry Gordy Jr.. On the red carpet, Jermaine Jackson stressed that the footage just showed "preparation" for the star's concerts. (BBC News -- Americas)
Weakly Retort Oct 25, 2009
The only thing I can think of is that Will Smith pulled out that little flashy thing from Men In Black and completely erased the minds of the A&M football team, wiping out basic motor skills in the process. After an Aggie fumble on the second play of the game, the Wildcats quickly jumped out to a 17 0 first quarter lead, and went to the locker room up 38 0 at the half. (RaiderPower.com)
From a different angle: Devin Oiver Oct 24, 2009
DMO: Ben Stiller and Will Smith. FH: What's your favorite song. (Dayton Sports -- Rivals.com)
Hey, 'Fela!' You need some buzz Oct 23, 2009
Will Smithare getting behind "Fela!" in a big way ... Jay-Z, Will Smith and a pair of scissors could make all the difference ... Jay-Z and Will Smith are getting behind "Fela!" in a big way. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Olivia Wilde 'Totally Flattered' By Hottest Woman Alive Title Oct 21, 2009
"I'm totally flattered, why not? It's very sweet," insisted Wilde, whose remarkably candid conversation also included revelations about her youthful obsession with Will Smith. "It's really cool, and it begs the questions: 'What's your definition of hotness? What do you think is sexy?' I think everyone has a different definition for that.". (VHI.com -- Music News)
Dog-gone laughter Oct 20, 2009
Millan has parlayed his career as a professional dog trainer into numerous guest starring TV roles, has worked with celebrities including Oprah Winfrey and Will Smith and has written a book on dog psychology ... Millan has parlayed his career as a professional dog trainer into numerous guest starring TV roles, has worked with celebrities including Oprah Winfrey and Will Smith and has written a book on dog psychology. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Celebrity dads watch their sons grow in sports Oct 18, 2009
Trey's father is the actor Will Smith, who has cleared his schedule so he can attend every game. "I've heard some kids at our school saying, 'I'm going to go to the game to see Will,'" Trevor Gretzky, said with a lopsided grin. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
10 Celebs With Unusual Child-Rearing TacticsHilary Swank lets her boyfriend's 6-year-old son see her naked, all the time. Oct 18, 2009
Stars With Unusual Parenting Habits, Hilary Swank, Tom Cruise, Will Smith - ABC News. ADVERTISEMENT. (ABC News)
Will Smith Is No Frank Williamson Oct 17, 2009
TR: Theres Will Smith ... Youre not going to compare Fred Williamson to Will Smith. (Slate)
Old skool tie Oct 15, 2009
Lartey also suggests that the culture of "multitasking" which saw Will Smith and Ice Cube become film stars, and Jay-Z balance rapping with a fashion label, has encouraged a similar "can do" attitude in this country - possibly acting as an inspiration for the next generation of entrepreneurs, particularly youngsters who aren't from a wealthy background. He points out that UK rapper Tynchy Stryder has "realised that selling T-shirts is as important as selling CDs". (BBC News -- UK)
DVD Report: This week's new releases Oct 11, 2009
Will Smith, Sean Astin, and Balthazar Getty are among the young actors getting serious as homeless LA teens in director Marc Rocco s uneven drama. (Anchor Bay, $14. (Boston Globe)
Excerpts from 2009 Nobel Peace Prize citation Oct 9, 2009
American rap artist and actor Will Smith and his wife, the actress Jada Pinkett Smith, will co-host this year's Nobel Peace Prize Concert in Oslo, organizers said Wednesday. The Dec. 11 show - a day after the award ceremony - will feature performances by Wyclef Jean, Toby Keith, Donna Summer, Puerto Rican singer Luis Fonsi as well as Amadou m, a blues and jazz duet from Mali. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Scientists: 40 years of the Pill 'have turned modern women off masculine men' ... Oct 8, 2009
The top Hollywood earners of last year include Will Smith, Johnny Depp, Leonardo DiCaprio and Hugh Jackman. Other boyish film stars include Jude Law. (The Drudge Report)
Hollywood's New Toys Oct 4, 2009
Think of Arnold Schwarzenegger, or Will Smith. There was a time when slapping their names on a movie poster almost guaranteed box office return. (Suite101.com)
TALE OF THE TAPE: Lamar Odom vs. Britney Spears Oct 3, 2009
Will Smith vs. Joey Chestnut. Shaquille O'Neal vs. Kobe Bryant. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Will Smith to host Nobel concert Oct 1, 2009
Will Smith married actress Jada Pinkett Smith in 1997. Actor and musician Will Smith is to host the Nobel Peace Prize concert with actress wife Jada Pinkett Smith. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Saints defense gives T.O. reality check Sep 30, 2009
Four fell incomplete; a fifth was intercepted by Saints defensive end Will Smith after the ball bounced high into the air off the chest of Saints cornerback Jabari Greer in the third quarter. "It was a total team effort," Greer said. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Want to Lose Weight? Avoid Skinny Overeaters Sep 30, 2009
During the movie a five-minute clip from the Will Smith film I, Robot they also ate significantly more if the actor was skinny. "It's our intuition sometimes that you don't want to eat with big people because you're afraid you'll eat more," says Fitzsimons. (Time.com)
Today in History Sep 25, 2009
Actor Will Smith is 41. Actor Hal Sparks is 40. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
'Happyness' author to speak at Schwab Sep 21, 2009
Actor Will Smith played Gardner in a film of the same title based on Gardner's life. Gardner served as an associate producer for the film. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Raley: Heaps shows guts in loss » Sep 21, 2009
And shortly after the opening kickoff, actor Will Smith, whose son Trey is a Lions wide receiver, snuck through the north end zone with a four-man entourage, joining his wife Jada Pinkett Smith in the crowd ... In Oaks Christian's postgame celebration on the field, Will Smith drew a huge crowd, wisecracking and doing an impersonation of his son on the field reacting to a play. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Gilyard living in the moment Sep 20, 2009
Gilyard was influenced greatly by Will Smith in "The Pursuit of Happyness". "I loved the movie," he said. (Cincinnati Sports -- Rivals.com)
Oaks Christian holds off Skyline on national stage Sep 20, 2009
After the Lions' famous fathers Wayne Gretzky, Joe Montana and actor Will Smith arrived fashionably late in the stands, the Lions (3-0) put the Spartans on their heels early. Nick Montana of Oaks Christian completed his first four passes for 40 yards and two touchdowns. (Longview Daily News, WA)
9-19-09, 12:30am EST: Just now was enjoying MGM-HD movie "10 To Midnight" and the... Sep 19, 2009
The lineup will showcase such star-making turns as George Clooney (Sunset Beat), Katie Holmes (Disturbing Behavior), Will Smith (Six Degrees of Separation), Jim Carrey (Once Bitten), Reese Witherspoon (The Man in the Moon), Sharon Stone (Stardust Memories), Keira Knightley (Innocent Lies), Anne Hathaway (Nicholas Nickleby), Drew Barrymore (Bogie), Daniel Day-Lewis (Sunday Bloody Sunday), Winona Ryder (1969), Gary Oldman (Sid and Nancy), Ethan Hawke (Mystery Date), Uma Thurman (Johnny Be Good)... (Multichannel News)
The Planets Are Aligned Sep 19, 2009
Pinkett Smith is married to actor Will Smith and has two children, Jaden Christopher Syre Smith and Willow Camille Reign Smith. Lipstick Mystic. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Melrose Seniors News Sep 19, 2009
Senior citizens are invited to watch the film Seven Pounds at the Milano Senior Center on Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 1:30 p.m. Distraught over his wife s death and convinced that his own actions had something to do with it a depressed IRS agent (Will Smith) begins plotting his suicide, vowing to improve the lives of seven strangers in the process. But a chance meeting with a woman who has a life-threatening heart defect (Rosario Dawson) makes him think twice when their budding relationship suddenly... (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Weekend Watch: In-state battles heat up Sep 18, 2009
Also on the squad are receiver Trey Smith, son of actor Will Smith, and backup QB Trevor Gretzky, son of the Great One. And there's a strong rumor floating around town that Will Smith will be flying in via helicopter to deliver the game ball. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Daily TV and radio guide Sep 18, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
More in Movie Reviews Sep 16, 2009
THE most exciting thriller I ve seen in a while contains nary a car chase and doesn t feature Will Smith. In fact, the film is a documentary: The Most Dangerous Man in America: Daniel Ellsberg and the Pentagon Papers. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Logan Gray: UGAs missing quarterback Sep 15, 2009
AJ will be gone in 3 years as will Smith if he continues to develop. Please make Murray number 2 now. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Citizen Webitor Sep 13, 2009
091951 wrote on Apr 5, 2009 1:37 PM:" Saw an interesting film recently. It made me think that an organ donor card should be completed with every cell phone or texter purchase, you know, just in case. Oh, the movie was "SEVEN POUNDS" staring Will Smith. ". dd4167 wrote on Apr 5, 2009 11:39 AM:" Hooray! the comics are all there today!!! ". (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A hidden message from our sponsors Sep 13, 2009
Page last updated at 11:23 GMT, Wednesday, 13 August 2008 12:23 UK. Thomas Turgoose plays a runaway in Somers Town. (BBC News -- UK)
Daily television listings Sep 12, 2009
A wealthy couple is duped by a con artist (Will Smith). R (1993). (Boston Globe)
Stars return for Hancock sequel Sep 12, 2009
Hancock stars Will Smith as the reluctant superhero. Will Smith, Charlize Theron and Jason Bateman are to reunite for a follow-up to superhero comedy Hancock, according to trade paper Variety. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Robert Redford to make historical film in Savannah Sep 12, 2009
He directed The Legend of Bagger Vance, starring Will Smith, on the Georgia coast in 1999. A number of filmmakers have chosen Savannah's historic homes and oak-shaded squares for movie backdrops. (USA Today -- Life)
What Goes on Inside Will Smith's School? Sep 12, 2009
Will Smith's Alleged Scientology School - ABC News ... What Goes on Inside Will Smith, Jada Pinkett-Smith's School ... When asked about the donations, Will Smith's publicist, Pat Kinsley, told ABC News. (ABC News)
Damon brings to mind gambling, sandwich Sep 11, 2009
The Boston native, who turns 39 next month, has put himself in the exclusive company of George Clooney, Will Smith and Brad Pitt as the most popular movie stars in the world. Damon, already an Oscar-winner for the "Good Will Hunting" screenplay he wrote with Ben Affleck, is currently in his acting prime, and his talents will be on full display next week when "The Informant!" hits theaters. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Full Story » Sep 11, 2009
Record companies sue 'Ellen' show over copyrights - Yahoo. Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Broadway's 007th wonder Sep 9, 2009
Another investor is Will Smith. The two of them should get out there and give "Fela!" the liftoff it deserves. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Ten most beautiful stars Sep 9, 2009
Part Shona (on her mother's side), British actress Thandie Newton has had a number of leading roles notably in 2004's 'Crash' which won her a BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actress, as well as 'Mission Impossible II' alongside Tom Cruise and 'The Pursuit of Happyness' alongside Will Smith. 9. (iAfrica.com)
From good to god-awful, stars take the mike Sep 6, 2009
If I'm married to Will Smith and his 100 gajillion dollars, I would be poolside 24/7, occasionally popping my head up from my four-gimlet lunch to ask the nannies if the kids are OK. Instead, Jada Pinkett Smith started the completely tolerable nu metal band Wicked Wisdom - which is about to release its third album. Minnie Driver. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Mickey Zucker, fantasy author Sep 4, 2009
" The buffers are a standard safety feature that use a combination of oil and springs to cushion a descending car. The elevator representative sent her a brochure dealing with his product, along with sticky notes attached relating how to bypass the safety features. "They'll tell you almost anything if you tell them you are a writer," Zucker noted. She's even shot out windows of junker cars to view the aftermath. If a character is driving a certain car, Zucker said, she pretends to be interested... (Lone Tree Reporter, IA)
11 Things: Useless superheroes Sep 4, 2009
Will Smith starred as the useless superhero in a, well, useless movie. 3. (San Francisco Chronicle)
PhotosYoung Kennedy's bird Sep 3, 2009
The first two, starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, were filmed throughout SoFla, including in Delray Beach. That s where producers blew up a beachside mansion in 2003 for a key scene in dos. (The Palm Beach Post)
Teen tackles armed girl on Miss. school bus Sep 3, 2009
Football hero replays tackle of armed girl - USATODAY.com. Football hero replays tackle of armed girl. (USA Today)
Sony's Plan for $40 Movies at Home Aug 31, 2009
which stars Will Smith as a bumbling superhero, available to Bravia owners with an online connection for their TV sets. Sony charged $9. (BusinessWeek)
Infotainment Aug 30, 2009
DJ AM, the stage name of disc jockey Adam Goldstein whose music could be heard on albums by Madonna and Will Smith, was found dead in his New York apartment, police said. He was 36. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
LaBeouf transforms into movie star Aug 28, 2009
Think Will Smith in "Enemy of the State" with the controversial Patriot Act serving as the current events morality issue. LaBeouf finds himself in a high-speed chase for his life, ordered to enter then escape one tense situation after another. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Hancock 2 News Aug 26, 2009
Will Smith in the original Hancock ... Will Smith hero movie is anything but super. (IGN FilmForce)
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)
Singer passes 1st round Performance was 'amazing' on MTV show Aug 18, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. By Lucy Weber lweber@mcherald. (The Clarion-Ledger)
American Idol Kris Allen Answers Fans' Burning Questions Aug 15, 2009
The season-eight winner reveals his ideal talk-show lineup, his fashion taste and more. And the other guest, let's put a girl in there. (VHI.com -- Music News)
iLike Challenge App Now Available on App Store Aug 14, 2009
"market" : {"NAME" : "U.S.", "ID" : "us_market", "TZ" : "ET", "TZOFFSET" : "-14400", "open" : "1250256641", "close" : "1250280041", "flags" : {}} , "STREAMER_SERVER" : "http://streamerapi.finance.yahoo.com","arrowAsChangeSign" : false,"throttleInterval": "1000". Search for share prices. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Movies at Mirmow: Outdoor movies come to Orangeburg beginning Aug. 22 Aug 13, 2009
On Aug. 22, families can enjoy "Shark Tale," the animated family comedy featuring the voice talents of Will Smith, Angelina Jolie, Robert De Niro and Renee Zellweger. People of all ages will enjoy the tale of Oscar, a fast-talking little fish who dreams big. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Forecast: Overreacting to preseason football is so much fun Aug 13, 2009
Will Smith sacks Carson Palmer. Jason David returns an interception for a touchdown. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Cruise's son lands role Aug 12, 2009
He played a young Will Smith in the 2008 film 'Seven Pounds' and is desperate to follow in dad Tom and mother Nicole Kidman's Hollywood footsteps. Miley Cyrus recently revealed she is giving Connor acting lessons to help him fulfil his ambitions, and has let him shadow her on the set of her hit Disney TV series 'Hannah Montana. (iAfrica.com)
Q&A With Andre Sexton Aug 12, 2009
Sexton: Will Smith or Michael Jordan. Will Smith is a very talented person and very successful in everything he does, and he has a beautiful wife. (GoPokes.com)
Tidbits: Dancing pro doesnt want Abdul on panel Aug 11, 2009
Tidbits: Dancing pro doesnt want Abdul on panel - Tabloid Tidbits- msnbc. Dancing pro doesnt want Abdul on the panel. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Gossip Girl wins big Aug 11, 2009
Actor Will Smith picked up three of the surfboard trophies, one for Hancock and two for I Am Legend. Chris Brown accepted five music awards, including best male artist. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Tom Cruises son to star in Red Dawn remake Aug 11, 2009
Cruise who made his big screen debut in 2008 as the young Will Smith in Seven Pounds will play Daryl, the son of the towns mayor. Hutcherson (Journey to the Center of the Earth; Bridge to Terabithia) will play Robert, the role originally played by C. Thomas Howell. (MSNBC -- News)
The West has its own suicide bombers Aug 8, 2009
The actor Will Smith is no one's image of a suicide bomber ... Will Smith wasn't reciting suras from the Koran ... Will Smith was the hero of the film. (Asia Times Online)
