Danny Gans, "The Man of Many Voices" was reported dead early this morning. A 911 call came in saying the 11-time Las Vegas Entertainer of the Year was having difficulty breathing. The actual cause of death remains unknown at this time.
Before becoming a performer, Danny Gans had a promising career ahead of him in baseball, until it was cut short by an injury.
After that he started perfecting his routine in which he channels the voices of many different singers. Comedy and other celebrity impressions were also a part of his record breaking act.
He has had a few TV roles. Most notably playing Dean Martin in the TV biopic Sinatra, and a 12 episode run as Roger on Silk Stalkings.
As of now, his official website makes no mention of his passing. However, condolences are being sent to the one-of-a-kind, endearing entertainer who will always be known as Danny Gans.
Friday, May 1, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
The Sharkstopper
Brian Wynne, inventor of the Sharkstopper, got the idea in 2001. The device has versions for surfers, swimmers, scuba divers and personal watercraft. It claims to repels sharks.
The Sharkstopper uses, in part, recorded sounds of killer whales - a natural enemy of sharks. Author, and well-known shark expert, A. Peter Klimley was consulted on the viability of the product. He freely admitted that the theory was sound, but remained skeptical.
Anthony Sullivan put the Sharkstopper to the test on the April 29, 2009 episode of the Discovery Channel show Pitchmen. Billy Mays (Sullivan's partner) was on hand to chum the water, to give the product a full workout.
Sullivan emerged from his swim in shark infested waters unscathed. However, due to the possibility of someone getting hurt due to misuse, Mays and Sullivan decided against doing a commercial for the Sharkstopper.
The Sharkstopper uses, in part, recorded sounds of killer whales - a natural enemy of sharks. Author, and well-known shark expert, A. Peter Klimley was consulted on the viability of the product. He freely admitted that the theory was sound, but remained skeptical.
Anthony Sullivan put the Sharkstopper to the test on the April 29, 2009 episode of the Discovery Channel show Pitchmen. Billy Mays (Sullivan's partner) was on hand to chum the water, to give the product a full workout.
Sullivan emerged from his swim in shark infested waters unscathed. However, due to the possibility of someone getting hurt due to misuse, Mays and Sullivan decided against doing a commercial for the Sharkstopper.
Baskin Robbins Offering 31 Cent Ice Cream
During the evening of April 29th, Baskin Robbins will offer scoops of it's "31 Flavors" for 31 cents. At the same time they will be collecting donations for firefighters. There are approximately 2,800 parlors across the US.
This is the third year Baskin Robbins has held this delicious fundraiser. Firefighters themselves will do the scooping at many locations.
Decades before Ben & Jerry founded their company, Baskin Robbins was noted for then exotic flavors such as Egg Nog, Pineapple Sherbet, and Vanilla Burnt Almond. New flavors are just as popular; and at 31 cents with the money going toward a good cause, Baskin Robbins is sure to please.
This is the third year Baskin Robbins has held this delicious fundraiser. Firefighters themselves will do the scooping at many locations.
Decades before Ben & Jerry founded their company, Baskin Robbins was noted for then exotic flavors such as Egg Nog, Pineapple Sherbet, and Vanilla Burnt Almond. New flavors are just as popular; and at 31 cents with the money going toward a good cause, Baskin Robbins is sure to please.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Jayson Williams
Early this morning of April 27, 2009, in the pre-dawn hours Jayson Williams (formerly of the New Jersey Nets) was forcibly removed from his hotel room. After destroying his hotel room in Manhattan he barricaded the door to prevent others from entering.
Jayson Williams has been placed under a psychological evaluation. He was observed as acting suicidal and violent. Once police were able to make entry into the room they had to use a taser to subdue him.
The basketballer was accused of covering up the accidental shooting death of his limo driver in 2002. However, he may be facing retrial on the manslaughter charges, due to a previously deadlocked jury. It is not immediately known if that looming possibility played a role in his hotel room rampage.
Jayson Williams has been placed under a psychological evaluation. He was observed as acting suicidal and violent. Once police were able to make entry into the room they had to use a taser to subdue him.
The basketballer was accused of covering up the accidental shooting death of his limo driver in 2002. However, he may be facing retrial on the manslaughter charges, due to a previously deadlocked jury. It is not immediately known if that looming possibility played a role in his hotel room rampage.
Friday, April 24, 2009
Hungry Girl
Hungry Girl alter ego of Lisa Lillien. Author of "Hungry Girl: Recipes and Survival Strategies for Guilt-Free Eating in the Real World". She has a loyal following of about 700,000 subscribers to her online newsletter.
Her new book, "Hungry Girl 200 Under 200: 200 Recipes Under 200 Calories", is available in stores now, and online at www.hungry-girl.com. She has spent many weeks on the New Your Times Bestseller list with her first title. Her new book is soon to be #1 on that list.
Tasty food that's easy to make and low calorie. Most of the Hungry Girl recipes are meant to satisfy our desire for instant food gratification. They are quick, and snacky, and Lisa Lillien has another hit book with the latest installment of the Hungry Girl series.
Cinnamon rolls under 150 calories, beef and cheese quesadillas under 200, or triple chocolate cake for 130 calories are a few of the mouth watering recipes in "Hungry Girl 200 Under 200".
Her new book, "Hungry Girl 200 Under 200: 200 Recipes Under 200 Calories", is available in stores now, and online at www.hungry-girl.com. She has spent many weeks on the New Your Times Bestseller list with her first title. Her new book is soon to be #1 on that list.
Tasty food that's easy to make and low calorie. Most of the Hungry Girl recipes are meant to satisfy our desire for instant food gratification. They are quick, and snacky, and Lisa Lillien has another hit book with the latest installment of the Hungry Girl series.
Cinnamon rolls under 150 calories, beef and cheese quesadillas under 200, or triple chocolate cake for 130 calories are a few of the mouth watering recipes in "Hungry Girl 200 Under 200".
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Jay Leno Hospitalized
Jay Leno, 17-year host of the Tonight Show, complained of feeling unwell while at NBC's studios in the early afternoon. Shortly thereafter, he checked himself into the hospital at Burbank, California. Rumor has it that Jay was suffering from mild food poisioning, but Leno's staff have denied the diagnosis.
Leno's staff have verified that Jay is doing fine, that he spent the afternoon joking with nurses and running his monologue past his doctors. The 'Tonight Show' has been cancelled for the night, and guests Ryan Reynolds (from X-Men Origins: Wolverine), Jules Sylvester (famous animal trainer), and swing band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy are united in wishing Leno a rapid recovery.
Leno's 59th birthday will be Tuesday, April 28th. Leno's last airing as host of the Tonight show will appear on May 29th, 2009. Leno plans to stick with NBC, however he is moving to prime time: he has a weekday show planned for the 10 pm timeslot. It will be very interesting to see how he plans to compete with the major primetime drama lineup.
Leno's staff have verified that Jay is doing fine, that he spent the afternoon joking with nurses and running his monologue past his doctors. The 'Tonight Show' has been cancelled for the night, and guests Ryan Reynolds (from X-Men Origins: Wolverine), Jules Sylvester (famous animal trainer), and swing band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy are united in wishing Leno a rapid recovery.
Leno's 59th birthday will be Tuesday, April 28th. Leno's last airing as host of the Tonight show will appear on May 29th, 2009. Leno plans to stick with NBC, however he is moving to prime time: he has a weekday show planned for the 10 pm timeslot. It will be very interesting to see how he plans to compete with the major primetime drama lineup.
Tony Gonzalez
It's official, Tony Gonzalez is no longer a member of the Kansas City Chiefs. It was recently announced that he will be traded to the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for a second round draft pick.
As a tight end for the Chiefs, Tony Gonzalez broke several NFL records for his position. He will definitely be remembered as a Chief. Gonzalez has made comments that point to a commitment of at least three years with Atlanta.
Merchandise bearing the Tony Gonzalez name is going to be selling well in the next few days in the KC area. It will be interesting to see speculators scramble, and die-hard fans snatch up what they can while it lasts. Tony has been a Chief since his Pro debut in 1997.
As a tight end for the Chiefs, Tony Gonzalez broke several NFL records for his position. He will definitely be remembered as a Chief. Gonzalez has made comments that point to a commitment of at least three years with Atlanta.
Merchandise bearing the Tony Gonzalez name is going to be selling well in the next few days in the KC area. It will be interesting to see speculators scramble, and die-hard fans snatch up what they can while it lasts. Tony has been a Chief since his Pro debut in 1997.
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