Real reason behind Fox firing revealed

Real reason behind Fox firing revealed

Did Megan Fox jump or was she pushed? With 'Transformers: Dark of the Moon' about to be unleashed, the latest reports suggest executive producer Steven Spielberg fired the actress from the franchise following comments about director Michael Bay. 

At the time, Fox had said it was her choice to leave the blockbuster series, but now Bay has revealed a different story to The Daily Mail: “You know the Hitler thing. Steven [Spielberg] said, fire her right now.”

The 'Hitler thing' dates back to an interview the actress gave last year to Wonderland magazine, where Fox compared Bay to Hitler. 

Spielberg, it seems, took the most offence at the comment. Following the removal of Fox, British model-turned-actress Rosie Huntingdon-Whitley was cast opposite LaBeouf in the new film. 

Crew members were quick to defend the director, with an open letter on his website stating: “'Michael found this shy, inexperienced girl, plucked her out of total obscurity thus giving her the biggest shot of any young actresses' life.

“'He told everyone around to just trust him on his choice. He granted her the starring role in Transformers, a franchise that forever changed her life; she became one of the most googled and oogled women on earth.

“'She was famous! She was the next Angelina Jolie, hooray! Wait a minute, two of us worked with Angelina – second thought – she's no Angelina. You see, Angelina is a professional. We know this quite intimately because we've had the tedious experience of working with the dumb-as-a-rock Megan Fox on both Transformers movies.”

Bay himself remained relatively quiet on the subject matter himself, but other on set again spoke out to defend him. Shia LaBeouf told GQ magazine: “She started s*** talking our captain. Which you can't do.”

‘Transformers: Dark of the Moon’ is released on 29 June. 

Source: Yahoo

Celebrities Who Went Broke

Celebrities Who Went Broke

Celebrities Who Went Broke. While at the peak of fame withabundance money, these celebrities are always glamorous life. But because they can not manage money well, they also went bankrupt. Here is a list of celebrities who went bankrupt as reported by Everyjoe:

1. Willie Aames
Willie Aames was the American actor famous through his role as Tommy Bradford in the sitcom “Eight Is Enough ‘(1970). After that he began playing in various TV series and movies. Willie Aames has been married twice and has one child from each wife. Willie Aames was born July 15, 1960 is ruining his career and his life because of alcohol dependence and illicit drugs. In 2008 he announced bankrupt with debts of U.S. $ 350 thousand. Shortly thereafter, he attempted suicide. Willie Aames bankruptcy story documented in the VH1 show ‘Broke & Famous: Willie Aames documented’ (2009).

2. Kim Basinger
The actress who has a full name Kimila Ann Basinger had become rich during her career at the height of glory. Star Movies ‘The Natural’ was starting to have problems when she is required to pay a fine of U.S. $ 8.1 million when she refused to play in the movie ‘Boxing Helena’ (1993). At the same time, Kim Basinger felt rich enough to buy the entire town Braseltown, Georgia, United States, valued at U.S. $ 20 million. Although up to now ex-wife of Alec Baldwin playing movies that still exist, butKim Basinger was declared bankrupt and must sell Braseltown.

3. Anita Bryant
Anita Bryant is an American singer who could fill the ranks of the Top 40 in the period 1950 to 1960 with the song ‘Paper Roses’. Anita Bryant was also known for her political career that anti-gay campaign. Finally, Bryant’s rejection of the political effort in the 1970s was a rising to end her career. Anita Bryant began to rise again by establishing a music school named Anita Bryant’s Music Mansion. However, in 1997 and 2007 she announced bankruptcy. Anita Bryant now she lives in Oklahoma and work in social organizations.

4. Gary Coleman
Gary Coleman is famous through his role as Arnold Jackson on the sitcom ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ (1978-1986). In 1989, Gary Coleman sued his parents and his manager because of misuse of trust funds amounting to U.S. $ 3.8 million. Gary Coleman also won the lawsuit and get U.S. $ 1.28 million. Again, due to issues of money management by manajemennyanya, the actor who was born on February 8, 1968 it announced bankruptcy in 1999. Gary Coleman died on May 28, 2010 due to illness.

5. Corey Haim
Corey Haim became a teen idol after playing the character Sam in the movie ‘The Lost Boys’. But instead of pursuing a career with a well, Corey Haim even destroyed because of drug dependence. Canadian actor was used to taking 85 Valium a day. In 1996 Corey Haim was sued by Lloyd’s of London after being fired from a film production because of his addiction. A year later, Corey Haim declared bankrupt. The only asset that dimiliknya at that time only BMW cars that if sold at U.S. $ 100, any property held not more than $ 7,500. In 2001, Corey Haim was a coma after suffering a stroke and died in March 2010.

6. MC Hammer
Rapper MC Hammer experiencing financial difficulties in 1990 due to an excessive lifestyle. Although the center suffered a difficulty, MC Hammer even bought a mansion for $ 30 million. In 1996, the singer of hits “U Can not Touch This’ was declared bankruptcy with debts of U.S. $ 13.7 million, even though MC Hammer only had assets of U.S. $ 9.6 million.

7. Don Johnson
Actor Don Johnson made a success thanks to TV series ‘Miami Vice’ was popular in the era of the 1980s. But his life changed after his frequent debts. City National Bank filed a lawsuit and asked for his ranch in Aspen, called Woody Creek. Livestock will be auctioned to pay debts amounting to U.S. $ 930 thousand. Don Johnson born December 15, 1949 was also once accused of money laundering. In 2008, again Don Johnson incurred debts. But surprisingly Don Johnson came to pay their debts amounting to U.S. $ 14 million. It is not known where he got the money because Don Johnson has been declared bankrupt.

8. O.J. Simpson
O.J. Simpson is a football player the United States is famous for its nickname ‘The Juice’. But the lavish lifestyle and a number of crimes had ruined his career. On February 5, 1997, O.J. Simpson allegedly responsible for the death of his friend by the name of Ronald Goldman and ordered to pay U.S. $ 33.5 million.

9. Mike Tyson
After a life filled with fame, the famous boxer’s surname Concrete Neck is now living in modest rented house located in Arizona, USA. In 2003, Mike Tyson declared bankruptcy after a debt of U.S. $ 27 million. Mike Tyson spent $ 400 thousand a month to finance a lavish lifestyle. In addition, the divorce with his second wife, Monica Turner to cost U.S. $ 9 million. Mike Tyson who was born on June 30, 1969 it also had to pay taxes to the government amounting to U.S. $ 13.3 million.

10. Michael Vick
Atlanta Falcon Football players are only played for six seasons before the match was jailed for his involvement in illegal dog pit. After that, Michael Vick decreased drastically. Michael Vick was paid only U.S. $ 1 for some work that must be done while in prison. Dwindling savings because Vick has to spend U.S. $ 30 thousand per month to finance his family. Michael Vick also insisted on not selling a luxury home.

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Vancouver Rioter Outed As Junior National Water Polo Player

Vancouver Rioter Outed As Junior National Water Polo Player

Vancouver Rioter Outed As Junior National Water Polo Player. You’re going to see plenty of stories like this in the next few days, one would imagine, as police comb through photos and video of those involved in the Vancouver hockey riot. One of the first rioters to turn himself in to police will be Nathan Kotylak, 17, shown here apparently lighting a police car on fire, and with his water polo teammates in the inset.Kotylak, the “son of a highly-respected surgeon” according to CBC News, was outed by several people who recognized the star athlete from this notorious video which has become one of the most seen images of the riot. The private school senior plays on Canada’s junior national water polo team and lives in Maple Ridge, a wealthy suburb of Vancouver. He has a partial scholarship to play water polo at the University of Calgary next year. His father says he wants to major in kinesiology and one day play in the Olympics, according to CBC.

The teen’s father, a surgeon in B.C., told CBC News on Friday that the Grade 12 student will be “doing the right thing” by turning himself in.

He added that he wishes that his older son had been there that night to look out for his 17-year-old.

Canada, and indeed a lot of the word, is not amused. There’s already a Facebook site entitled “Nathan Kotylak go to Jail, Do not Pass Go,” which has more than 1,500 followers as of this writing. Sample posts:

If he did this on a plane he would be a terrorist. Is there any difference here????

This kid is out of control…maybe Dad and Mom should do some serious thinking about the reality this kid will be facing in the real work.

Water Polo Canada suspended Kotylak earlier today, although not naming him officially in its statement.

Water Polo Canada today issued a provisional suspension against a member of its Junior Men’s National Team who is facing allegations of vandalism stemming from Wednesday night’s riot in Vancouver.

By law, the athlete cannot be named because he is under 18 years of age.

“We’re taking immediate action due to the very serious nature of these allegations,” said Ahmed El-Awadi, Executive Director of Water Polo Canada. “I can also confirm that the athlete has contacted us, through his legal counsel, to indicate that he will cooperate fully with the disciplinary process.”

Source: nbcsports

Best Fathers Day Movies

Best Fathers Day Movies

Best fathers day moviesFathers have it hard in Hollywood. So many films not only include but hinge upon daddy-issues (like every movie Spielberg has made). Even the coolest dads in film usually start out as dicks. They don't truly redeem themselves until the third act. Just look at Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (my personal favorite of the trilogy). Sean Connery is enjoyable to watch as Henry Sr., Indy's absentee father. Yes, they bonded during their crusade for the Holy Grail, but before that their relationship was defined by thirty years of horrible parenting. Fathers in movies are either absent, neglectful or trying to force you to kill a man with an ax
In honors of Father's Day, I have assembled the top five fathers in film. I'm sure I'm forgetting a few in there, but for now this list will do.

5. Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson) in Taken

Liam Neeson takes this spot through sheer badassery. Not only does he save his daughter from being trapped in a sex ring, but he also sets her up to meet her favorite pop star. Neeson's character may not be the greatest of fathers, but it's hard not to see a one-man war against France as a dedication of his love. Plus did I mention Neeson is awesome is everything he's in?

4. Daddy Warbucks (Albert Finney and Victor Garber) in Annie


Though he is not Annie's real father, Oliver "Daddy" Warbucks proves that even red-heads need love. And that is a valuable lesson to take home with you. The gruff millionaire plucks the orphan out of the drudgery of New York's worst orphanage and finally gives her what she's dreamed of all her life: family. Family and lots of money during the depression. While everyone else was in line for bread she was kicking it with FDR (figuratively kicking it of course, damn polio).

Why does nobody have eyes?
3. Ted Kramer (Dustin Hoffman) in Kramer vs. Kramer


In the beginning of the movie, Ted Kramer wasn't the best husband or dad in the world. Kramer belonged to the archetype of "workaholic dad" that so many movies abuse for drama. After his wife leaves him, Kramer is forced to finally learn to be a dad. Kramer vs. Kramer could of easily been a pedestrian film about parenthood. But thanks to Dustin Hoffman's vulnerability in the role, the whole film is elevated. And, although I previously decried absentee fathers in my intro, Kramer learned how to be a real dad for his son before it was too late. And though I will forever be angry at this film for beating out Apocalypse Now and Being There at the Oscars, it's still a really good film.

2. Furious Styles (Laurence Fishburne) in Boyz n the Hood


Boyz n the Hood will always be one of my favorite films. It's a perfect coming of age film about three teenagers who name South Central home. And, out of any coming of age flick, Boyz n the Hood is the one that stresses the importance of being a father more than any other. In the end, Tre is the only one to escape the neighborhood violence. This is in no small part thanks to his father raising him. Furious Styles not only raises Tre but shows him how to be a man. Laurence Fishburne plays the role exceptionally well, truly proving that any fool can be a father but it takes a man to be a dad. Furious is the Atticus Finch of the hood. Speaking of which...

1. Atticus Finch (Gregory Peck) in To Kill a Mockingbird


Gregory Peck may be seen as the poor man's Cary Grant, but Peck has one thing that Grant can never have: an Oscar. Not just an Oscar, but an Oscar for one of the greatest characters in, not just film or literature, but history. Atticus Finch is the man that all men should model their lives after. He's gentle, kind, fair and honorable. A widower, Finch is left to raise his two kids on his own. But even with the loss of his wife and the case of his life, Atticus still finds the time to be a wonderful father to Scout and Jem. He never condescends to his children nor does he miss an opportunity to impress upon them how to be a human being. The hero to lawyers everywhere, AFI's greatest hero in American film and my choice for best father in film. While I may have had some trouble thinking of the other four, this choice was just too easy.

Source: firstsignsoftrouble

New elongated Boeing 747-8 debuts in Paris

New elongated Boeing 747-8 debuts in Paris

New elongated Boeing 747-8 debuts in Paris. Boeing Co's 747-8 Intercontinental, the new elongated passenger version of its legendary jumbo jet, made its international debut on Sunday, showing its distinctive silhouette abroad for the first time.
The high-profile landing of Boeing's new 747 at the Paris Air Show -- three months after its first flight -- marks a show of engineering strength by the world's second-largest plane maker in a competition for control of the wide-body market.

"We've seen a great deal of interest in the last six to eight months as the market has gotten better," Randy Tinseth, Boeing's vice president of marketing at Boeing's commercial division, told Reuters.

In Boeing's standard layout, the new 747-8 will have 467 seats, 51 more than its predecessor, but fewer than the 525 of its main competitor, the A380 made by EADS unit Airbus. The actual seat number, however, will be determined by the airlines.

Boeing has taken 33 orders for the 747-8 Intercontinental, which will be joined in Paris on Monday by the better-selling freighter version of the plane, which has received 76 orders.

The new 747-8 -- in red and orange livery to symbolize the importance of the fast-growing Asian aircraft market -- flew to Paris without passengers but was stuffed with computers, test equipment and barrels of water to simulate passenger weight and to test balance.

The Paris Air Show is the venue of choice for aerospace and defense companies to strut their stuff, to the delight of aviation enthusiasts around the world.

The new 747-8 is more than 18 feet longer than its predecessor, with the added length mainly noticeable by the extended hump. The upper deck in the hump traditionally houses the business class section.

Plane spotters looking for other differences with the 747 will notice the jagged, clam-shell look of the 747-8's engine casing, which reduces noise. The 747-8 also lacks the upwards-curving winglets at the wingtip, but has raked wings that sweep slightly upwards. Boeing says the raked wings reduce wind resistance and enhance fuel efficiency.

The plane also features bigger windows and some design elements of the new 787 Dreamliner, such as interior lighting that changes colors to help passengers adjust more easily to time changes as the plane crosses time zones.

The first 747 made its maiden flight 42 years ago. Since then, the jumbo jet, with its distinctive hump, has become the world's most recognizable plane.

The 747 was the world's largest airplane until 2005, when Airbus unveiled its A380. The 747-8 Intercontinental, however, is more than 10 percent lighter per seat than the Airbus A380 and consumes 11 percent less fuel, Boeing says.

The Intercontinental lists at $317.5 million. Germany's Lufthansa has ordered 20 of the planes, and is set to be the first airline to bring the new jumbo into service early next year. Boeing says a VIP customer will take first delivery of an Intercontinental in the fourth quarter of this year.

Production of the 747-8 has been delayed, as has the mid-sized 787 Dreamliner, a carbon-composite plane, which represents a bigger leap in technology than the revamped 747-8.

Although the 747-8 and A380 will compete directly for years to come, analysts say airlines are mostly interested in lighter, wide-bodied planes in the 200- to 350-seat range, like the 787 and the future Airbus A350, which are designed to bypass crowded hubs and take passengers closer to their final destination.

Source: reuters

Green Lantern Opening Box Office

Green Lantern Opening Box Office

Green Lantern Opening Box Office. Green Lantern (3D) is off to a solid start. Film opened with almost the same numbers as Thor (3D) and X-Men: First Class (2D), and now new reports are saying that comic book adaptation is set to get another $20M for Friday.
From The Hollywood Reporter:

"Warner Bros.' 3D superhero pic Green Lantern -- starring Ryan Reynolds -- is on track to cross $20 million at the Friday box office, giving it a shot at a $57 million to $60 million debut over Father's Day weekend, according to early estimates. Friday's tally includes $3.4 million in midnight grosses."

I'm going to say it will finish with $55-56M by the end of the weekend. Not bad for a film panned by almost everyone. Also, expect a big drop next week since it's not getting good buzz and it will go against new PIXAR film, Cars 2. How much do you think Green Lantern will earn this weekend? Stay tuned for more updates.

Source:  comicbookmovie

Outrageous Firings

Outrageous Firings

Outrageous Firings. You've heard of being fired for lying on a résumé or flubbing an important project, but sometimes it takes a whole lot less to get the ax by an employer. From rooting for the wrong team to a tweet gone wrong, these dismissals will make you think twice about what you do at work ― and in your off hours.

Fired for looking too old?
A group of former cocktail waitresses at an Atlantic City casino claim they were fired for not looking good in the casino’s new skimpy uniforms. The new uniforms, short black dresses with open backs, are part of the company’s rebranding effort with a roaring twenties theme after a hit HBO show.

High school teachers fired
A gym teacher and a math teacher from Winnipeg, Manitoba, were fired for inappropriate behavior at a high school pep

EMT fired for Facebook
A Connecticut EMT lost her job, but the NLRB later ruled in her favor.

Burger King employee fired
An aspiring musician was fired for celebrating his birthday in an unsanitary way.

Sports radio host fired
An Arkansas radio personality was fired after a college football coach had a few choice words for her at a press conference.

College football coach fired
Legendary Ohio State coach Woody Hayes ended his career on a bad note but still made it into the College Football Hall of Fame.

Casino worker fired
A fired Iowa man said he was just trying to cheer up co-workers, but his bosses didn't see it that way.

Santa Claus fired
A longtime San Francisco department store St. Nick got the boot after offending some older visitors.

Hotel worker fired
An aspiring author's own words were used against her after she was dismissed.

New York City employee fired
None other than the mayor of New York busted a government employee with an unusual name.

Town workers fired
Four longtime Hooksett, N.H., employees were fired for doing what many workers do on a daily basis.

Iowa man fired
A man from Cedar Falls, Iowa, said a misunderstanding led to him being accused of harassment by a female co-worker.

Wal-Mart employee fired
A Michigan Wal-Mart employee being treated for cancer was let go despite being named Associate of the Year.

Citibank employee fired
A New York woman filed a lawsuit after she said her looks led to her dismissal.

Computer engineer fired
A Highlands Ranch, Colo., man lost his job over some leftovers but went on to win a free cruise.

Fired for weight
Two Michigan women are suing Hooters, claiming they were fired for not losing weight. Representatives said the appearance of their waitresses is a legitimate business concern. Six cities have adopted their own weight discrimination laws, but which state is the only one with such a law? Watch the story.

A rumor hit the Web last year that a former cast member, Casey Wilson, from a long-running sketch comedy show was fired for not losing a reported 30 pounds.

Fired for being too thin
When actress Megan Fox was dropped from the third installment of a blockbuster franchise, rumors ran wild that director Michael Bay decided Fox was too thin to continue on as Shia LaBeouf's love interest. Others said Fox had badmouthed Bay one too many times.

After auditions, including an unsolicited one from a reality star, a new leading lady was chosen.

Fired for not delivering drugs
A former UPS delivery driver is suing the company after being fired for not delivering a suspicious 4-pound package that turned out to contain marijuana. Supervisors accused him of theft and drug-dealing.

Fired for stopping a thief
A Kansas Wal-Mart worker was let go from the discount mega-store after she helped stop a suspect from walking out of the store with a computer the person hadn't paid for. She was assaulted by the suspect but hailed as a hero by store managers until later canned for violating company policy.
A Seattle bank teller was canned after he apprehended a would-be robber. He violated the bank's policy that employees comply with robbery demands to avoid dangerous situations, but 30-year-old Jim Nicholson said his instincts just took over. Watch the story.

Fired for Tweeting
Los Angeles waiter Jon-Barrett Ingels chose the wrong 140 characters when he tweeted that actress Jane Adams failed to leave a tip. Adams also reportedly didn't even pay bill. Her agent settled the payment the next day, but the waiter was fired.

Fired for Facebook posts
A mascot for a major league baseball team was fired for criticizing the team on his Facebook page about its less-than-stellar season. Andrew Kurtz, 24, was told to turn in his pierogi uniform just hours after the post for violating company policy.

A 24-year-old Georgia school teacher was forced to resign after photos of her holding a drink and using an expletive were posted on her Facebook page and brought to the attention of school supervisors. She's suing to get her job back.

Fired for a button
Trevor Keezer, a former cashier for Home Depot, was sacked for wearing a "One nation under God, indivisible" button on his work apron. The home improvement company said the button violated its dress code, which states that only company-provided pins and buttons can be worn at work. Keezer declined an offer of a button with an approved slogan.

Fired for being ugly
A former senior retail manager of a high-end fashion company in Japan said she was unfairly dismissed for being "ugly." Rina Bovrisse is suing the Italian fashion designer for allegedly pressuring her and other female employees to resign by using an alleged barrage of insults.

Fired for talking politics
D.C. Douglas, former voice-over actor for Geico insurance commercials, was canned for leaving an anti-tea party phone message, in which he called activists this. Even though he used a pseudonym, Douglas was easy to track down because he obligingly left his number on the message.

Fired for team spirit
An enthusiastic Green Bay Packers fan was dismissed from her job at a dairy-free bakery for wearing a cheese bra to support the football team at a game. She and a friend created Madonna-esque brassieres out of cheese foam footballs and sewed them onto their shirts. She later learned her firing was due to a violation of a very obscure company policy.




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