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The Swift-Kelce’s – An Engagement For The Ages

I admit, I am a bit of a Swiftie. Taylor Swift is a generational talent who has worked hard for her success. She is a songwriter, performer, actor, philanthropist, and producer. It was announced today that she and Kansas City Chiefs tight-end Travis Kelce who is also a solid entertainer are engaged to be married. That news sent the Interwebs into overdrive today.

I find this to be a needed joyful moment, considering how much we need joy right now. It shouldn’t be up to a young engaged couple, no matter their celebrity, to lift the spirits of millions of people. But in the situation that exists in America it’s what will lift spirits and spark imagination.

They are a lovely modern couple. They have been together for two years and have weathered her box office breaking Eras Tour and his trips to the Super Bowl. Guys, who have a problem with her, get over it. She has done a lot for the game of Football by bringing her Swifties along for the ride.

I think it’s great they are taking the next step. I think their wedding is going to be a significant cultural event, but hopefully it will be what they want it to be, a time to celebrate a couple tying the knot. God bless them both as they enter into their marriage, which is way more important than the wedding. Let’s hope They Are Ready For It.

Lots Of Notable Passings Lately

There have been a lot of celebrities and people of note who have passed away recently. People who were the faces of generations created memories that will last a lifetime. These individuals are human beings and like all other humans, they will one day leave us for eternity and find communion with the afterlife.

Here’s a short list of people who have passed in the past few weeks. More passed away earlier in the year.

  • Bob Newhart
  • Richard Simmons
  • Shannen Doherty
  • Dr. Ruth Westheimer
  • Martin Mull
  • Donald Sutherland
  • Willie Mays
  • Shelley Duvall
  • Jacoby Jones
  • James Sikking
  • Naomi Pomeroy
  • Benji Gregory
  • Joe Bonsall
  • Sika Anoa’i
  • Bill Cobbs

We aren’t even done with the year and this list will grow longer. Please someone protect Dick Van Dyke.

Quote Of The Day

Never be bullied into silence. Never allow yourself to be made a victim. Accept no one’s definition of your life; define yourself.

Harvey Fierstein

Tarnished Icons

Bill Cosby was found guilty of 3 counts of sexual assault. Bill Cosby is also an American entertainment icon who was an influencer and noted citizen, now he faces prison. He like others who are icon’s of culture and have been accused or found guilty of abuse face a new life where they are tarnished and their legend is now a shell of what it once was.

The #MeToo movement has heightened the level of accountability and bringing situations to light that previously were hidden and cloaked. Today one of the great entertainers of our time faces time in prison. Just imagine how many others have gotten away with things because of fear or intimidation.

No woman should face any situation where they are made to feel intimidated, scared or assaulted. Powerful men have taken advantage of their situation for way too long. It’s truly a shame that the Cosby’s of the world have previously gotten away with such behavior.

Tarnished icons, famous people, powerful people are now on notice and for all who have faced a dangerous world maybe things are going to get better.

 

Hooray For Hollywood It’s #Oscars Night in America!

Nate D. Sanders Auctions Collection Of Academy Award Oscar Statuettes Set To Be Auctioned

The 89th Academy Awards ceremony, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, will honor the best films of 2016 and will take place at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on February 26, 2017.

This night is about the best in motion pictures and high style. It’s one of the high holy nights in American culture where we will see if our favorite movies and actors will win one of the most prized awards in entertainment.

To find out who nominated check out Academy Awards 2017: Complete list of nominations – LA Times

When Celebrities Tweet Back – Thanks @BrianDietzen #NCIS

I love it when celebrities Tweet back. This happened tonight when I Tweeted to Brian Dietzen of the long-running CBS drama NCIS.

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When this happens it means they genuinely care about their audience and those who are invested int heir show. Good stuff.