Category Archives: American Icons
American Fun – Wonder Woman returns
I loved Wonder Woman as a kid. I practiced her spin on a daily basis, hoping each time I too might magically transform into a superhero with a well-equipped costume. I repeated the act this morning in my New York … Continue reading
Pop Culture Pop-Up – Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees
Yesterday the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2011 nominees. LL Cool J, Bon Jovi, Beastie Boys and Neil Diamond were a few of the 15 bands and singers nominated. The inductees will be announced soon. Bon Jovi … Continue reading
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American Icons – RIP Billie May Richards
Billie May Richards, the voice of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, died recently in Toronto. She was 88. She’ll be remembered fondly, and as she told NPR in 2004: “”What better legacy can you leave than a show that everybody loves?” … Continue reading
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Gossip! – Cindy’s back in town!
All summer long I said my prayers for Cindy Adams. The Post had ominously written on June 2 that “Cindy Adams is unwell.” It was worrisome. People whispered, is Cindy in a contract dispute? (I appeared in her last column … Continue reading
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American icons – Oprah
Today, Oprah dances out with John Travolta to begin her show’s last and final year. Though she’ll continue making life-inspiring television at her OWN network (launching in early 2011), it’s the O Show’s last hurrah. During her years on TV, … Continue reading
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American Fun – Trailer Chic
On top of the Grand Daddy Hotel in Cape Town, there are seven shiny, custom designed Airstream Trailers that hotel guests can reserve for an evening in lace-covered or fairy tale or blue polka-dotted bliss. I probably won’t be making … Continue reading
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Gossip! – Liberace Museum to close
Before Lady Gaga and her meat dress, there was an over-the-top talented Vegas performer named Liberace, the inventor of the bling. Sparkly capes? Giant rings? Crazy platforms? He done it. I just found out that the Liberace Museum in Vegas … Continue reading
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American Icons – Muppets at the Smithsonian
You know them, I know them, we all know their names. The Muppets are a timeless part of every American childhood. Last week Jim Hensen’s original Muppets found a new home at the Smithsonian. The crew was donated by the … Continue reading
American Fun – New York, New York
I feel privileged to wake up every morning in the city that never sleeps. But I know that others can’t imagine why anyone would want to live here! (Hi to my brother Brian!) I don’t know about your commute, but … Continue reading
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Pet Fun – Pets as Celebrities
I love a good laugh almost as much as I love a good dog. Check out these pet celebrities who are avoiding the paw-pup-razzi! And it’s always a good time to bark about Bestfriends Animal Society who is guided by … Continue reading
