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New Jersey Honors It’s Own

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I know about the Baseball Hall of Fame, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, even the Computer Hall of Fame (yes, there really is one in San Diego), but now, there is a hall of fame for those who have claimed the Garden State their home. Today, the first 15 people will be inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame. Right now, the hall of fame is only virtual – that is, there is no museum to hold memorabilia of those honored. But, officials are trying to raise money to make a permanent home a reality. When I … Continue reading →

Celeb Update: Gone and Not Forgotten

GONE! So much for Star Jones’s big TV comeback. The ex-“View” co-host spent months promoting her latest venture–“The Star Jones Show”—–but now it appears the program couldn’t live up to the hype. According to show producers, Jones’ show is getting axed from the TruTV (formerly Court TV) line-up. The network says the move was a “mutual agreement” between Jones and TruTV execs. Network bigwigs also noted that they plan to rebrand and refocus remaining programs. In the meantime, Jones will continue as a contributing legal expert on the network’s weekday “IN SESSION” trial coverage. If you’ve never seen the program … Continue reading →

The End of an Era: Joey Bishop Dies

I like to pride myself on keeping up to date on the news. After all, I am constantly online. But somehow, I missed this story until today! Joey Bishop, the last official member of the Rat Pack, died Wednesday at the age of 89. With the last Rat Packer dead, it is truly the end of one cool era. The Rat Pack – Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Peter Lawford, Sammy Davis, Jr., and Joey Bishop (with unofficial female member Shirley Maclaine) – ruled Las Vegas during the 60s. They also ruled the big screen, appearing together in films such as … Continue reading →

Robin and the 7 Hoods (1964)

“Robin and the 7 Hoods” is one of those movies that you just don’t expect to be what it turns out to be. I knew it would be a musical; with Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra both in starring roles, that was a given, but beyond that, I was clueless going in. The underworld of Chicago is shaken when crime boss Big Jim is taken out by an assassin at his birthday party. The hit was arranged by Guy Gisborne (Peter Falk) who has always wanted to run the organization his own way. Robbo (Frank Sinatra) was Big Jim’s friend … Continue reading →

Guys and Dolls (1955)

They say you haven’t lived until you’ve seen “Guys and Dolls.” They say you’re uneducated and sheltered. So I decided to come out of my shell and see it. I guess I’m now educated, but I confess, I’m not sure what all the hubbub’s about. Frank Sinatra is Nathan Detroit, a professional gambler who runs a floating crap game. The police are on to him and he’s got to find a new location. He’s found a place that will work, but he’s got to come up with some cash. Running into an old friend, Sky Masterson (Marlon Brando) he bets … Continue reading →

This Year’s Academy Awards

This Sunday is the 79th Annual Academy Awards. This year’s host will be Ellen Degeneres. I like Ellen – I think she is funny. I never cared to watch her talk show because I like her more as a stand up comedian, but I think she should fit in well as host. This is her first appearance as an Oscar host. As I started searching Families.com, I realized we had tons of blogs on Oscar’s previous hosts, previous winners, and this year’s nominees. Check some of these out: Blogs about former Oscar hosts: Chris Rock Chris Rock: Brooklyn’s Own Stand-Up … Continue reading →