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Cancer, Coping and Comedy
By SoCal Connected Staff
October 22, 2009
In times past, people were a lot more circumspect when it came to talking about disease. Most professionals think it's a health trend - we're far more open than we once were when it comes to illness. But laughing about having cancer? Correspondent Vince Gonzales says some serious giggles might be just what the doctor ordered.
Help Wanted: Chief Film Flack
By Steve Proffitt
October 19, 2009
Dan Glickman says he's stepping head of the MPAA. This is perhaps the most sought-after lobbyist's job in the country. Maybe the world. You get to hang out with celebrities, and socialize with the Washington elite. But it also means working for some of the most ego-maniacal people on the planet - the heads of the Hollywood studios. Possible candidates: former Congressman Harold Ford Jr., and soon-to-be former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Now seeking Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association of America.
The successful candidate will:
- Have impeccable connections with members of Congress
- Have impeccable connections with Hollywood moguls
- Have the ability to extract billions in tax breaks for the entertainment industry
- Enjoy traveling on a private jet
- Help us forget how great Jack Valenti was
- Be able to survive on a salary of less than $1.5 million
No resumes or phone calls, please. We'll contact you.
Dissing Distracted Driver Shriver
By SoCal Connected Staff
October 14, 2009
The Crime
Maria Shriver has been caught three times. On camera. Talking on her handset. While driving. The shame. The horror.
The Investigator
The celebrity Web mag TMZ first published a couple of still shots of the Terminatress jawboning on her hand-held yesterday. Then they followed it up with a short, extremely low-quality video.
The Response
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, via Twitter, promises "swift action" in response to the violations.
TMZ, perhaps influenced by SoCal Connected's reporting on the topic of distracted drivers, has pulled out all the stops on this story, and is expected to demand Shriver's resignation and encourage the Legislature to meet in special session and pass a measure banning her from the state.
Catch TMZ's team coverage on this important, fast-breaking story here.
But There's More
If you love this story, you can thank your lucky stars you live in the Internet Age.
So, if you''re already bored with pictures of people who look vaguely like Maria Shriver engaging in illicit telecommunications, may we recommend:
SociaLiteLife's comprehensive collection of Celebrities on Cellphones.
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