CBS plans JFK Jr. TV movie based on American Son
CBS is developing a TV movie about John F Kennedy Jr based on the biography American Son with True Entertainment and Alliance Atlantis. An unknown actor will portray JFK Jr to avoid celebrity casting issues. Kennedy died at 38 in the July 1999 plane crash near Martha's Vineyard.
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Lopez to star in updated Carmen as producer
Jennifer Lopez will star in and produce a modern version of Carmen with a script by Craig Pearce known for Moulin Rouge Romeo Juliet and Strictly Ballroom The project is described as an unorthodox adaptation in Variety New York. Barbara Bush criticizes Mother's Day saying she hates the hoopla and prefers low profile engagements despite busy speaking circuit
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Hillary Clinton on Chelsea’s straight hairdo
In Larchmont New York Hillary Clinton comments in the May issue of the Westchester Way local monthly she worries about daughter Chelsea noting the straight hair look is for special occasions and that Chelsea’s curls are preferred she says the hair takes an hour or two to style and she loves her curls.
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History Moments From the May 7 Milestones
On May 7 1945 Germany signed unconditional surrender at Rheims Allied HQ. In 1789 the first inaugural ball honored Washington. Poet Robert Browning born in 1812 in London. In 1915 Lusitania sunk killing about 1200 off Ireland. In 1939 Rome Berlin Axis formed by Germany and Italy.
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Birthdays for Traci Lords and Others Listed
Two days worth of birthday notices include actress Traci Lords turning 33 and actor Darren McGavin at 80. Other celebrates feature Sen Pete Domenici 70 Johnny Unitas 69 Johnny Maestro 63 NBC’s Tim Russert 52 and singer Chris O Connor 37.
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Salsas for warm weather crowds featured in food section
In Wednesday's Food section fruity or spicy salsas pair well with hors d oeuvres or fish. Featured recipes include roasted tomato and ginger salsa and mango and mint salsa for gatherings.
Tony nominations flourish for Thoroughly Modern Millie
Nominees announced for the Tony Awards reveal 11 bids for Thoroughly Modern Millie with Urinetown the Musical and Mamma Mia! also earning multiple nods. The ceremony airs June 2 on PBS and CBS with presenters drawing from Edward Albee, Noel Coward, and Arthur Miller works among the contenders.
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2002 Tony Awards Nominees Highlight Actors and Shows
Highlights of the 2002 Tony Awards nominees across Best Play Best Musical and individual acting and technical categories. Nominees include Edward Albee Fortunes Fool Mamma Mia Thoroughly Modern Millie Urinetown and Metamorphoses with performances from Alan Bates Kate Burton Liam Neeson Helen Mirren Sutton Foster and Vanessa Williams among others. Full lists showcase Best Original Score Best Special Theatrical Event and leading actor and actress contenders.
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Sept 11 themed fare dominates BookExpo offerings
BookExpo 2002 in New York drew heavy Sept 11 related focus as booksellers publishers and authors filled aisles. Industry groups predict a slight drop in total books purchased next year amid slow sales while Bowker notes more than 100000 new titles last year. Prominent authors and celebrities including Seinfeld Taylor Spike Lee Morrison and Lithgow are highlighted among forthcoming releases. Pete Hamill notes his Forever manuscript completed Sept 10 reflects post 9 11 New York history.
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