The "Porcelain" hitmaker Moby collaborated with the "Toxic" hitmaker Britney Spears on a track for her 2003 album "In the Zone", four years before she suffered a breakdown, which saw her shave her head, attack a car with an umbrella then enter a psychiatric ward.
Moby, real name Richard Hall, reveals Britney Spears was already showing signs of her troubled side when he worked with her - but he is still a fan of the singer.
He says, "Britney's actually kind of like a broken-down shell of a human being, that's what makes her so endearing and compelling. She was lovely, but really broken. Like, (A Streetcar Named Desire character) Blanche Dubois-style broken. Actually, the most entitled people I've met are indie rockers and indie actors, because they really believe their press."...
Moby, real name Richard Hall, reveals Britney Spears was already showing signs of her troubled side when he worked with her - but he is still a fan of the singer.
He says, "Britney's actually kind of like a broken-down shell of a human being, that's what makes her so endearing and compelling. She was lovely, but really broken. Like, (A Streetcar Named Desire character) Blanche Dubois-style broken. Actually, the most entitled people I've met are indie rockers and indie actors, because they really believe their press."...
- 5/10/2011
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
VH1 is extending its "Tough Love" boot-camp franchise to couples.
In a spinoff, "Tough Love: Couples," professional matchmaker Steve Ward and his mother JoAnn take five couples on the verge of becoming engaged and puts their relationships to the test. At the conclusion of the boot camp, Ward will deliver his verdict on whether the couples are right for each other, though it's up to the couples to decide whether to take his advice.
"Couples" has been picked up for eight hourlong episodes set to premiere in second-quarter 2010.
" 'Tough Love' has become a signature series for VH1 and one that has resonated with millions of our viewers, resulting in thousands of couples applying to be on the show in just the first few weeks of casting," said Jeff Olde, execvp programming at VH1. "We are excited to take the next step with this series by taking the...
In a spinoff, "Tough Love: Couples," professional matchmaker Steve Ward and his mother JoAnn take five couples on the verge of becoming engaged and puts their relationships to the test. At the conclusion of the boot camp, Ward will deliver his verdict on whether the couples are right for each other, though it's up to the couples to decide whether to take his advice.
"Couples" has been picked up for eight hourlong episodes set to premiere in second-quarter 2010.
" 'Tough Love' has become a signature series for VH1 and one that has resonated with millions of our viewers, resulting in thousands of couples applying to be on the show in just the first few weeks of casting," said Jeff Olde, execvp programming at VH1. "We are excited to take the next step with this series by taking the...
- 12/14/2009
- by By James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
A couple of days ago, Sci-Fi announced that production for Endemol’s newest reality competition series titled Estate of Panic has started this week. Moreover, actor Steve Valentine, who plays Dr. Nigel Townsend on the NBC series Crossing Jordan, was enlisted to host the show. Dubbed as television's most physically and psychologically challenging competition show yet, Estate of Panic spans six episodes long, each of which will air for an hour. The season premiere will hit airwaves on Wednesday, November 12 at 10pm on the Sci-Fi channel.
For six years, Valentine has worked on NBC’s Crossing Jordan as Dr. Nigel Townsend. He also previously appeared as a guest on several primetime series such as Chuck, Will & Grace, Just Shoot Me, Dharma and Greg, Boston Legal, Jag and Charmed.
From the creators of Fear Factor comes Estate of Panic, a new horror-based reality series which features a massive estate with hidden treasures behind closed doors.
For six years, Valentine has worked on NBC’s Crossing Jordan as Dr. Nigel Townsend. He also previously appeared as a guest on several primetime series such as Chuck, Will & Grace, Just Shoot Me, Dharma and Greg, Boston Legal, Jag and Charmed.
From the creators of Fear Factor comes Estate of Panic, a new horror-based reality series which features a massive estate with hidden treasures behind closed doors.
- 9/29/2008
- by BuddyTV
- buddytv.com
Sci Fi has expanded and reorganized its wide-ranging businesses under a new umbrella, Sci Fi Ventures, it said Sunday at the TCA press tour.
Sci Fi Ventures will drive maximum value from the unique relationship between the cable network and its audience, said Dave Howe, Sci Fi president. "Sci Fi has the power and the imagination to reach beyond the television screen to become a total global lifestyle brand."
In addition to the cable channel, Sci Fi Ventures is to include Sci Fi Media (SciFi.com, Dvice and Fidgit and a new theatrical film banner, Sci Fi Films); Sci Fi Games (a partnership with Trion Worldwide and an equity stake in BigPoint Games); Sci Fi Gear (licensed product lines); Sci Fi Publishing (Sci Fi/Virgin Comics); and Sci Fi Kids (fantasy and imaginative products for youngsters).
In addition, Sci Fi announced it will move ahead with three new series:
-- "Cash or Capture," a reality competition based on a Japanese show in which the contestant is chased by hunters. Six one-hour episodes from Buena Vista Productions and Fujisankei Communications International, starting in November.
-- "Estate of Panic," a physical and psychological competition with contestants enduring terror in a mansion. Six one-hour episodes from Endemol USA exec produced by Richard Hall, starting in November.
-- "Outer Space Astronauts," a comic combination of live action, 3D and 2D involving an inept crew in space. Five 30-minute episodes exec produced by Russell Barrett, Scott Puckett and David O. Russell.
New scripted series in development include a Bryan Singer miniseries project, an action-adventure miniseries, and "What If?" a one-hour pilot in which a near-collision with a comet triggers a new ice age. New alternative series are "Soul Evidence," in which medium Allison Dubois leads a team of crime-solving psychics; "Danger Game," a look at an organization that creates alternative reality experiences; "Relic Quest," a search for artifacts around the world; and "Escape," in which three contestants try to find their way out of a locked room.
Meanwhile, Sci Fi will boost the number of original movies in 2009 by 50%. Next year, the network will show 36 new movies, 12 more than in 2008. Stars include Peta Wilson, Rick Schroder, Shannen Doherty, Greg Evigan and Adrian Paul.
Sci Fi Ventures will drive maximum value from the unique relationship between the cable network and its audience, said Dave Howe, Sci Fi president. "Sci Fi has the power and the imagination to reach beyond the television screen to become a total global lifestyle brand."
In addition to the cable channel, Sci Fi Ventures is to include Sci Fi Media (SciFi.com, Dvice and Fidgit and a new theatrical film banner, Sci Fi Films); Sci Fi Games (a partnership with Trion Worldwide and an equity stake in BigPoint Games); Sci Fi Gear (licensed product lines); Sci Fi Publishing (Sci Fi/Virgin Comics); and Sci Fi Kids (fantasy and imaginative products for youngsters).
In addition, Sci Fi announced it will move ahead with three new series:
-- "Cash or Capture," a reality competition based on a Japanese show in which the contestant is chased by hunters. Six one-hour episodes from Buena Vista Productions and Fujisankei Communications International, starting in November.
-- "Estate of Panic," a physical and psychological competition with contestants enduring terror in a mansion. Six one-hour episodes from Endemol USA exec produced by Richard Hall, starting in November.
-- "Outer Space Astronauts," a comic combination of live action, 3D and 2D involving an inept crew in space. Five 30-minute episodes exec produced by Russell Barrett, Scott Puckett and David O. Russell.
New scripted series in development include a Bryan Singer miniseries project, an action-adventure miniseries, and "What If?" a one-hour pilot in which a near-collision with a comet triggers a new ice age. New alternative series are "Soul Evidence," in which medium Allison Dubois leads a team of crime-solving psychics; "Danger Game," a look at an organization that creates alternative reality experiences; "Relic Quest," a search for artifacts around the world; and "Escape," in which three contestants try to find their way out of a locked room.
Meanwhile, Sci Fi will boost the number of original movies in 2009 by 50%. Next year, the network will show 36 new movies, 12 more than in 2008. Stars include Peta Wilson, Rick Schroder, Shannen Doherty, Greg Evigan and Adrian Paul.
- 7/20/2008
- by By Barry Garron
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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