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Tom Dreesen, Trailblazing Comedian Who Opened for Sinatra, Dies at 86
entertainment23 days ago

Tom Dreesen, Trailblazing Comedian Who Opened for Sinatra, Dies at 86

Tom Dreesen, a pioneering comedian who formed one of America’s first interracial stand-up duos with Tim Reid and later spent years as Frank Sinatra’s opening act, died at 86 at his Los Angeles home; a cause of death wasn’t disclosed. Born in 1939 in Chicago, Dreesen and Reid launched “Tim and Tom” in 1969 to address social issues through humor and helped pave the way for interracial comedy. Dreesen went on to rack up hundreds of national TV appearances, including 60 on The Tonight Show, toured with the Rat Pack, and supported charitable causes as an ambassador for the Gary Sinise Foundation. He is survived by daughters Amy and Jennifer, seven grandchildren, and was preceded in death by his son Tommy.

via Page Six|
#comedians#entertainment#frank-sinatra
Tom Dreesen, Trailblazing Stand-Up Who Opened for Sinatra, Dies at 86
entertainment23 days ago

Tom Dreesen, Trailblazing Stand-Up Who Opened for Sinatra, Dies at 86

Tom Dreesen, the Chicago-born comedian who opened for Frank Sinatra for 14 years and helped reshape stand-up by pushing for payment for performers at The Comedy Store, died at 86. He also formed the pioneering interracial duo Tim & Tom with Tim Reid and led a notable 1979 strike that secured pay, marking a turning point in how comedians are compensated and how the stand-up industry operates.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#entertainment#frank-sinatra#stand-up
Nancy Sinatra Slams Trump Over Frank Sinatra Clip, Calls It a Sacrilege
entertainment2 months ago

Nancy Sinatra Slams Trump Over Frank Sinatra Clip, Calls It a Sacrilege

Nancy Sinatra condemned Donald Trump’s sharing of a vintage Frank Sinatra clip singing “My Way,” calling the post a sacrilege and saying there’s nothing she can do beyond noting that publishers would be the ones to pursue action; critics pointed out licensing complexities around using music on social media, and Sinatra has previously said she wouldn’t vote for Trump if her father were alive.

via HuffPost|
#donald-trump#entertainment#frank-sinatra
Famous Crooner's Daughter Spotted Enjoying the Roses
entertainment1 year ago

Famous Crooner's Daughter Spotted Enjoying the Roses

Tina Sinatra, the youngest child of legendary singer Frank Sinatra, was spotted in Los Angeles just before her 77th birthday, showcasing her floral tattoos and enjoying a quiet day out. Despite her family's fame, she chose a behind-the-scenes career as a theatrical agent and protector of her father's legacy, rather than pursuing the spotlight herself.

via Daily Mail|
#celebrity-family#entertainment#frank-sinatra
Sinatra and Martin's Beverly Hills Brawl Nearly Turned Deadly
entertainment1 year ago

Sinatra and Martin's Beverly Hills Brawl Nearly Turned Deadly

A new book by Scott Huver, "Beverly Hills Noir: Crime, Sin, & Scandal in 90210," delves into a 1966 barroom brawl involving Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin that nearly left millionaire Frederick Rand Weisman dead. The altercation, which occurred at the Polo Lounge in Beverly Hills, was sparked by a confrontation over loud behavior and offensive language. The incident, shrouded in mystery and conflicting accounts, led to Weisman suffering a skull fracture and retrograde amnesia. Despite police interest, no charges were pressed, possibly due to alleged payouts to keep details vague.

via Fox News|
#1966-brawl#beverly-hills#dean-martin
"Scorsese's Sinatra Biopic: Family's Reaction and Star-Studded Cast"
entertainment2 years ago

"Scorsese's Sinatra Biopic: Family's Reaction and Star-Studded Cast"

Frank Sinatra's daughter, Tina Sinatra, seems to be supportive of Martin Scorsese's biopic about her father, despite previous reported issues with the director's vision. While she didn't explicitly confirm her approval, Tina's positive comments suggest a potential green light for the project, which may feature Leonardo DiCaprio as the iconic crooner. This signals a shift from past disagreements, and with potential casting rumors including Jennifer Lawrence, the biopic's development is generating significant interest.

via TMZ|
#entertainment#frank-sinatra#leonardo-dicaprio
"Scorsese and DiCaprio's Long Pursuit of the Sinatra Biopic"
entertainment2 years ago

"Scorsese and DiCaprio's Long Pursuit of the Sinatra Biopic"

Martin Scorsese is planning to shoot a Frank Sinatra biopic with Leonardo DiCaprio as the crooner and Jennifer Lawrence as his second wife, Ava Gardner. Scorsese previously failed to make the film due to tensions with the Sinatra estate over the portrayal of Sinatra's darker side and infidelity. The estate, run by Sinatra's daughter Tina, has not yet given her blessing for the project, possibly due to Lawrence's potential involvement in the role of Gardner, who broke up Sinatra's marriage to Tina's mother.

via Variety|
#biopic#entertainment#frank-sinatra
"Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio Team Up for Frank Sinatra Biopic"
entertainment2 years ago

"Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio Team Up for Frank Sinatra Biopic"

Martin Scorsese is reportedly planning a Frank Sinatra biopic with Leonardo DiCaprio as the lead and Jennifer Lawrence in a major role as Sinatra's second wife, Ava Gardner. The film is not yet confirmed, as Sinatra's daughter Tina has not given her blessing, but studios like Sony and Apple are interested. Scorsese also plans to shoot a film about the life of Jesus Christ before the Sinatra biopic, and is executive producing a "Cape Fear" TV series. Despite feeling pressed for time, Scorsese is determined to continue creating the projects he's passionate about.

via SlashFilm|
#biopic#entertainment#frank-sinatra
"Scorsese and DiCaprio in Talks for Frank Sinatra Biopic"
entertainment2 years ago

"Scorsese and DiCaprio in Talks for Frank Sinatra Biopic"

Martin Scorsese is reportedly in talks to direct a biopic on Frank Sinatra, with Leonardo DiCaprio potentially portraying the legendary singer and Jennifer Lawrence in talks to play Ava Gardner. Scorsese is also working on a biopic about Jesus, aiming to explore his teachings in a new and accessible way. Additionally, he is collaborating with Steven Spielberg on a "Cape Fear" series for Apple TV+ and is developing a U.F.O. feature based on Spielberg's original story.

via IndieWire|
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"Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio Team Up for Frank Sinatra Biopic"
entertainment2 years ago

"Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio Team Up for Frank Sinatra Biopic"

Leonardo DiCaprio is set to portray Frank Sinatra in an upcoming biopic directed by Martin Scorsese, with Jennifer Lawrence potentially playing Sinatra’s second wife, Ava Gardner. The project, which would mark the seventh collaboration between DiCaprio and Scorsese, is generating significant interest from studios but still requires approval from Sinatra’s daughter, Tina. Scorsese aims to start production on the Sinatra biopic after completing a film about Jesus Christ, while DiCaprio is currently working on a new movie with Paul Thomas Anderson.

via Consequence|
#biopic#entertainment#frank-sinatra
"Scorsese's Sinatra Biopic: DiCaprio, Lawrence, and Spielberg's UFO Movie"
entertainment2 years ago

"Scorsese's Sinatra Biopic: DiCaprio, Lawrence, and Spielberg's UFO Movie"

Martin Scorsese, at 81, plans to shoot two films back to back: one about Jesus and the other a Frank Sinatra biopic with Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence. He also has a "Cape Fear" TV series collaboration with Steven Spielberg in the works. Other veteran directors like Ridley Scott, Clint Eastwood, and Steven Spielberg are also staying busy with new projects, showcasing remarkable career longevity in the film industry.

via Variety|
#entertainment#frank-sinatra#jennifer-lawrence
"Golden Globe-Winning Actor Barbara Rush Dies at 97"
obituary2 years ago

"Golden Globe-Winning Actor Barbara Rush Dies at 97"

Barbara Rush, a prominent leading actor in the 1950s and 1960s who starred alongside Frank Sinatra and Paul Newman, has passed away at the age of 97. She had a successful film career, including roles in "Magnificent Obsession" and "It Came From Outer Space," and later transitioned to television, appearing in series such as "Peyton Place" and "7th Heaven." Rush's daughter, Fox News reporter Claudia Cowan, announced her death on Instagram, describing her as "among the last of Old Hollywood Royalty."

via Yahoo! Voices|
#barbara-rush#frank-sinatra#obituary