Author: Melanie Votaw
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Michael Clarke Duncan of The Green Mile Dead at 54
Melanie Votaw pays tribute to actor Michael Clarke Duncan, best known for The Green Mile, who passed away at age 54 from a heart attack.
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Exclusive: Actor David Denman and Director Brian Jett Talk Let Go Starring Ed Asner
Melanie Votaw interviews actor David Denman and first-time writer/director Brian Jett about the new independent film, Let Go, which also stars Ed Asner, Gillian Jacobs, and Kevin Hart.
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Bradley Cooper on Stage: An Elephant Man in Reverse?
Melanie Votaw explores the ironic similarities between Bradley Cooper and his character on stage in The Elephant Man at the Williamstown Theatre Festival, which also starred Patricia Clarkson and Alessandro Nivola.
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Gene Kelly’s Wife, Patricia Ward Kelly, Tells Insider Stories at Lincoln Center – Part 2
Melanie Votaw completes her two-part coverage of Patricia Ward Kelly’s touching tributes to her late husband, Gene Kelly, at Lincoln Center in New York.
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Gene Kelly’s Wife, Patricia Ward Kelly, Tells Insider Stories at Lincoln Center – Part 1
Gene Kelly’s widow, Patricia Ward Kelly, celebrated his 100th birthday with two tributes at Lincoln Center in New York. This is the first of a two-part account of those evenings.
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Exclusive Interview: Margo Martindale on Scalene, Emmys and Women in Hollywood
Melanie Votaw chats with character actress Margo Martindale, Emmy Award winner for FX’s series Justified, about her tour de force performance in the feature film thriller, Scalene.
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Harry Potter Sets at Warner Brothers Studios in London Bring the Films to Life
Melanie Votaw strolls through the incredible Harry Potter film sets and exhibits at Warner Brothers Studios outside London and comes back with photographs and memories.
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Gene Kelly Film Festival in NYC Will Feature Appearances by His Widow
To celebrate what would have been Gene Kelly’s 100th birthday this year, the Film Society of Lincoln Center will screen 23 of his films from July 13-26, 2012. His widow will appear at two special events to discuss her late husband’s life and work.
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Documentary Proclaims Songwriter Paul Williams Still Alive
Yep, legendary songwriter Paul Williams (Evergreen, The Rainbow Connection), is indeed still alive. Melanie Votaw reviews Stephen Kessler’s new documentary, Paul Williams Still Alive.
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Tony Awards 2012 Feature Jesus, Mormons, and a Little Faith
Melanie Votaw recaps the 2012 Tony Awards broadcast hosted by the multi-talented Neil Patrick Harris. Highlights include heartfelt speeches, energetic performances, and the presence of … God!
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Exclusive Interview: Sadie Alexandru Talks Mad Men, Garter Belts and Curvy Women
Melanie Votaw chats with actress Sadie Alexandru, the newest cast member of the popular TV show, Mad Men, about wearing vintage underwear and reliving her mother’s past as a secretary in the 1960s.
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The Sexiest Man Alive Kisses Baby and Becomes Sexier
Bradley Cooper takes a step toward solidifying his “Sexiest Man Alive” status by playing sweetly with Jennifer Lawrence’s baby nephew.