Remembering “Dr. Ruth”
I woke up this Saturday morning and learned Dr. Ruth Westheimer died at age 96. She was best known as a sex therapist who hosted a popular radio show, when in fact, she was so much more than that.
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I was speaking with someone recently–who shall remain anonymous. This person does social work–more specifically in the mental health field. This person deals with tragic situations almost daily. Many of the patients’ circumstances are heartbreaking. I won’t go into detail, but some of the stories mental health professionals must deal with day in and day out are excruciating. I’m speaking about real HORRORS.
Read MoreDallas Trip Part 1: Clyde Barrow’s Grave
CLYDE BARROW (BONNIE AND CLYDE)
The most interesting, maybe bizarre, thing about visiting Clyde Barrow’s grave today, located here just west of Downtown Dallas is the fact that nearly a century after he was machine gunned to death, the notorious bank robber is still getting flowers. Real flowers.
And they say crime doesn’t pay.
Well, at least Clyde isn’t resting alone.
Read MoreMeet Marc Convey
When I worked in casinos and covered poker, one of the people I was lucky to work alongside over many nights and many years was Marc Convey, from the U.K.
Read MoreMarlon Brando’s 10 Greatest Film Roles
BRANDO’S 100th BIRTHDAY
MARLON BRANDO’S TEN BEST MOVIES AND FILM ROLES
This week, Marlon Brando would have turned 100.
Born on April 3, 1924 in Omaha, Nebraska, Brando became one of the most influential screen actors of all time. He redefined the image and demeanor of what Hollywood “stardom” meant, and then came to despise celebrity culture and Hollywood practices.
Now, twenty years after his death, Brando remains an intriguing voice worth listening to. Alas, Brando’s most interesting role may have been — himself. For a man filled with complexity and even contradiction, that was the most challenging part to play.
Here’s my list of Brando’s very best movies (and roles).
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