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The Normal Heart Reviews: Real Life Drama At Its Finest

Posted on May 26, 2014 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

The Normal Heart debuted on HBO last night and reviews for the AIDS drama directed by Glee creator Ryan Murphy have been overwhelmingly positive. The Normal Heart Trailer In real life, Matt Bomer is married to Simon Halls , but in the made-for-TV film based on Larry Kramer’s acclaimed stage play, he plays the lover of Mark Ruffalo’s Ned Weeks – a crusader for rights and research in the days when the disease wasn’t even publicly acknowledged by politicians. Check out some of the rapturous acclaim for the film and its lead performances below: The Normal Heart will drive any viewer with a heart at all to tears . – Gail Pennington Some 30 years later, this movie – strident, passionate, frenetic, and aching – is a reminder, as Memorial Day weekend begins the summer, of all those empty spots the plague left on the beach. – James Poniewozik A passionately written and heart-wrenching portrayal of real life events. – John Hanlon The Normal Heart grows in poignancy as characters we’ve come to know are affected or afflicted by AIDS. – Ed Bark It’s a movie packed with sublime performances and searlingly memorable moments . – Mark Dawidziak In shocking, unflinching detail it reminds us that silence most assuredly equals death. – Al Alexander 14 Best Romantic Movies Of All Time 1. The Notebook There’s not another love story like the one in The Notebook. There just isn’t.

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Memorial Day 2014: Celebrities Tweet Best Wishes, Gratitude

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Happy Memorial Day, readers around the country. On this special occasion, we stop to appreciate those who have lost their lives in battle, hopefully taking a few moments to count our blessings and show gratitude to everyone who has fought for our freedom. That’s what the following celebrities are doing at least, as we rundown a number of Tweets passed along in relation to this holiday, which brings singers, actors and teen moms together for the same important cause… 19 Celebrities Who Served in the Military 1. Drew Carey The Price is Right host Drew Carey spent six years (1980-1986) in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves. He still has the haircut! Justin Timberlake: Today we remember our heroes in uniform who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our great nation. Thanks to them we can live freely. John Stamos: My Uncle Don and Ralph and many other men and woman DIED for our country. These fallen heroes represent the character of our nation. THANK U. Jenelle Evan s: Men AND women who served, #ThankYou . #MemorialDay. Chloë Grace Moretz: Thank you so much to all the servicemen and women who have gone above and beyond protecting our country. Happy Memorial Day. Tony Goldwyn: Happy Memorial Day and endless gratitude to our men and women in uniform!!! #freebecauseofyou. Heidi Montag: Happy Memorial Day! Thank you to everyone who has fought for our freedom! God bless America! In loving memory of my brother Eric O’HARA. Backstreet Boys: Happy Memorial Day! Shout out to all of the wonderful people who serve America and keep us safe – you are amazing. Bailee Madison: Happy Memorial Day… I hope you are enjoying this day with your friends & family while remembering those who lost their lives fighting for our freedom… My heart goes out to all the families who lost their loved ones. Ashley Tisdale: Thank you to all the men and woman who have fought for r country #HappyMemorialDay. 17 Television Characters Who Served Their Country 1. Damon Salvatore (The Vampire Diaries) Damon Salvatore sure knows how to wear a uniform, doesn’t he? The character served his country in multiple wars. We thank him for his service. Kerry Washington: Happy Memorial Day. With gratitude & prayers for those who serve, remembrance for those who have given their lives and with hope for peace. Miranda Lambert: Happy Memorial Day. Thanks to all who serve and have served. We can’t ever say that enough. Kandi Burruss: Happy Memorial Day! I want to say thank you to every person who has served & protected this country. Rob Kardashian : Lord Jesus, protect those who protect me- police, firefighters, and those in the military. Teach me to pray for them and to honor them for their service. Amen.

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THG Week in Review: May 22-28, 2010

Posted on May 29, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Happy Memorial Day weekend and welcome to The Hollywood Gossip. In our Week in Review, we look back on the last seven days in celebrity gossip and Hollywood news. Some of the top stories from May 22-28 include … Jesse James opened up about his cheating on Sandra Bullock, which he blamed on past child abuse from his father. He also said he wanted to get caught. Tiger Woods rumor mill: He’s not allowed to date because Elin Woods is watching his every move; He’s dating an Elin-look alike; Elin wants $750 million. Kendra Wilkinson rakes in huge sums of cash from pre-order sales of her sex tape with Justin Frye, yet continues to feign heartbreak and dismay over it. Lindsay Lohan returned to the U.S., appeared in court, is free on bail, was told to wear a SCRAM bracelet , and proceeded to go bar-hopping. Good times. Bruce Beresford-Redman wil be charged with murder . The family of his wife is aghast that he was allowed to leave Mexico and wants custody of his kids. Jesse James is baring is soul … but are you buying what he’s selling? The Lost finale was … it was something else, that’s for sure. All those Bachelorette spoilers are coming true … shocking. Nicole Scherzinger won the title on Dancing with the Stars . American Idol crowned its newest champion: Lee DeWyze . Not everyone was pleased by this outcome (see below) … HUGE Idol Fan One of the funniest, most depressing videos ever. If there’s one thing we know, it’s not to effing touch Justin Bieber . If there’s another thing, it’s that Heidi Montag has no friends . Say what you will about her (oh, and we will) Miley gives back . Bret Michaels is feeling better, and won Celebrity Apprentice ! Charlie Sheen is prepared to plead guilty in his assault case. Tila Tequila Twitters, blogs, pops Ambien, might go to rehab . R.I.P. Simon Monjack (1969-2010) and Brittany Murphy (1977-2009). Couple news: Crystal Bowersox lost her boyfriend as well as American Idol ; Demi Lovato was dumped by Joe Jonas ( via his dad ). C’mon Joe. Get a spine. Wedding bells: David Krumholtz got married; James Marsters is engaged to Patricia Rahman; Prince William and Kate Middleton are planning an epic gala. Baby news: Alicia Keys is pregnant and engaged ! To Swizz Beatz! The world was also introduced to Bethenny Frankel’s daughter , Bryn Casey Hoppy. Aww. R.I.P.: Simon Monjack died months after his wife, Brittany Murphy; Gary Coleman died Friday after a brain hemorrhage, Paul Gray of Slipknot has left us. NOTE : Don’t forget to follow THG on Twitter and Facebook for all the latest news, celebrity gossip, rumors, commentary and humor as it happens, 24/7/365!