Joan Collins Weds Percy Gibson at Claridge s in London
Actress Joan Collins, 68, married Peruvian-born theatre manager Percy Gibson, 36, at Claridge's Hotel in London in front of 175 guests. Notable attendees included Shirley Bassey, Roger Moore, and Cilla Black. Collins announced the engagement in December after meeting Gibson during a US tour of Love Letters.
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George Michael Robbery Report Hits London Mansion
Thieves burglarized pop star George Michael's Hampstead home stealing a $114000 Aston Martin and about $140000 in paintings jewelry and clothing. Scotland Yard confirmed a vehicle theft call but did not identify the victim. No arrests reported as investigators awaited a statement.
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Ozzy Osbourne Reality Show Debuts On MTV Osbournes
TV Guide quotes Ozzy Osbourne saying the MTV reality series The Osbournes reflects real family life. The show follows the Osbournes with scenes like a daughter’s birthday party and Ozzy admonishing guests. It premieres March 5, alongside Showtime’s Queer Duck cartoon featuring RuPaul and Jim J. Bullock.
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Moments in History From February Eighteen’s Lens
The entry recalls Jefferson Davis swearing in as Confederate president in Montgomery in 1861, Twain publishing Huckleberry Finn in 1885, Pluto’s discovery in 1930, the Chicago Seven verdict in 1970, and California’s death penalty ruling in 1972.
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Birthdays for Vanna White and peers listed
Vanna White and several celebrities observe milestone birthdays. The list includes Jack Palance turning 81, Yoko Ono 69, Cybill Shepherd 52, John Travolta 48, Matt Dillon 38, Dr. Dre 37, and Molly Ringwald 34, with Vanna White also mentioned.
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New York Artist Tim Rollins Brings KOS to Lawrence
New Yorker Tim Rollins adapted his KOS program for Langston Hughes celebration in Lawrence. More than 20 Lawrence students produced art inspired by a Hughes poem, featured in Tuesday's 18 and Under page.
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Egyptian filmmaker Inas el Degheidi faces threats and praise
Cairo reports feminist director Inas el Degheidi stirs controversy by depicting women’s rights and taboos in cinema. Police say Islamic militants plotted to kill her, targeting other leaders, while supporters hail her as courageous for challenging traditions despite critics accusing her of pandering to sex appeal.
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John Q leads weekend box office with 20.6 million debut
Denzel Washington returns to theaters with John Q capturing the No 1 spot and 20.6 million in its opening frame. Britney Spears drives Crossroads to No 2 with 14.6 million while Return to Never Land opens third at 11.8 million. weekend totals reflect North American ticket sales from Friday to Sunday per Exhibitor Relations.
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Spirited Away and Bloody Sunday Tie for Berlin Golden Bear
At the 52nd Berlin Film Festival the Golden Bear went to Japanese director Hayao Miyazaki’s Spirited Away and Paul Greengrass’s Bloody Sunday. The jurors praised Bloody Sunday’s authenticity and Spirited Away’s blend of Japanese identity with universal appeal, while Halle Berry won best actress for Monster’s Ball.
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