Obama's Arts Committee includes Edward Norton, Sarah Jessica Parker
Entertainment Weekly - 3rd Nov 2009
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Entertainment Weekly - 3rd Nov 2009
Obama selects Arts committee
President Obama has selected 25 members of the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, a list that includes such entertainment industry names as Bryan Lourd, Liz Manne, Edward Norton, Sarah Jessica Parker, Andy Spahn, Kerry Washington, Forest Whitaker, George C. Wolfe and Alfre Woodard. Others on the committee include Yo-Yo Ma, Vogue editor Anna Wintour, philanthropist Teresa Heinz, lawyer Jill Cooper Udall and architect Thom Mayne and ballet dancer Damian Woetzel. The committee, to...
Barack Obama - Parker Whitaker And Norton For New Obama Committee: PHOTO
U.S. President Barack Obama is sexing up his administration - he has named Sex and the City star Sarah Jessica Parker as a member of his new Arts Committee. Parker, Oscar-winning actor Forest Whitaker and Edward Norton are among the industry big names handpicked by the American leader to head the Committee on Arts and the Humanities, to help boost communities through entertainment and culture. First Lady Michelle Obama will act as the Committee's chairwoman, with co-chair George Stevens Jr. - a...
Sarah Jessica Parker joins Obama's arts committee: PHOTO
WASHINGTON -- A year after President Barack Obama’s election, The White House is enlisting “Sex and the City” star Sarah Jessica Parker, Forest Whitaker and others from Hollywood and beyond to help
Anna Wintour Is Now a Presidential Appointee [Cabinet Positions]
No, she is not leaving Vogue , no she is not moving to D.C., no she has not been installed as the monarch of some European country. She's just on the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities. Michelle Obama is the honorary chair of the commitee which focuses on "arts and humanities education, cultural diplomacy, economic revitalization through the arts and humanities and special events dedicated to recognizing excellence in these areas." Looks like all the time Anna spent raising money...
SJP and Whitaker on Obama's panel
Sarah Jessica Parker and Forest Whitaker are among a group of stars enlisted by The White House to help push President Barack Obama's arts initiatives. Actors Edward Norton and Alfre Woodard, cellist Yo-Yo Ma and Vogue Anna Wintour have also been chosen to take part. Vice President Joe Biden will install the 25 new members of the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities. The committee will be led by George Stevens Jr, founder of the American Film Institute, and Broadway producer...
Obama enlists Hollywood names for arts committee
Washington -- A year after President Barack Obama's election, The White House is enlisting "Sex and the City" star Sarah Jessica Parker, Forest Whitaker and others from Hollywood and beyond to help push the president's arts initiatives. On Tuesday, Vice President Joe Biden will install 25 new members of the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities. First lady Michelle Obama serves as honorary chairman of the group, which promotes cultural programs. "We are a bridge between the...
Obama enlisting A-Listers for President's Committee on the Arts
President Barack Obama has tapped a roster of Hollywood headliners for the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, among them Sarah Jessica Parker, and Forest Whitaker The newly formed committee will work with the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Institute of Museum and Library Services to help steer Obama Administration's direction when it comes to the arts. On Wednesday, first lady Michelle Obama, serving as honorary chair of...
Barack Obama recruits Sarah Jessica Parker to arts panel: PHOTO
President Barack Obama has recruited the actress Sarah Jessica Parker and Vogue editor Anna Wintour to advise him on the arts.
Edward Norton - Norton Wins Showbiz Marathon: PHOTO
Edward Norton trounced his celebrity rivals in Sunday's (01Nov09) New York Marathon, beating the nearest star entrant by more than 20 minutes. The actor, running to raise money for the Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust, finished in an impressive three hours, 48 minutes and one second - ahead of former E.R. star Anthony Edwards, who trotted home in four hours, eight minutes, and 20 seconds. Christopher Reeve's son Matthew came in joint third in the showbiz race, crossing the line side by side...
Capone talks with Edward Norton about his HBO Obama documentary and a little about his HULK/AVENGERS future!!!
--> Hey everyone. Capone in Chicago here. I make no secret of the fact that Edward Norton has long been on my short list of great actors that I have long wanted to interview, pretty much from the first time I saw him in the Chicago-set PRIMAL FEAR opposite Richard Gere. Since then, he has continued to impress me with his talent and his commitment to making the best film possible, even if that occasionally means rewriting a screenplay or completely losing himself in a character to the point...
Sarah Jessica Parker: “SATC” Goes to Morocco: PHOTO
Taking filming duties overseas, Sarah Jessica Parker was spotted out in Morocco while working on “Sex and the City 2” on Friday (October 30). Joined on the set by co-star Cynthia Nixon, the Carrie Bradshaw cutie sported a Dior t-shirt saying “I Adore Dior” while prepping before walking through the streets as cameras followed along.
Sarah Jessica Parker Shoots Scene For 'Sex And The City' Movie: PHOTO
It looks like the 'Sex and the City' cast and crew have packed up and traveled to Morocco! Sarah Jessica Parker was spotted shooting a scene for the movie in Marrakech, Morocco. I can't even begin to guess what's going on here. Why in the world would Carrie be dressed like this in Morocco (or anywhere, for that matter)? What do you think? From what we've seen, I think it's safe to say this movie is going to be full of surprises, even with all the Paparazzi photos! Photos by INF
Souks And The City: Sarah Jessica Parker films in Morocco as Sex And The City goes exotic: PHOTO
Modest dressing? Sarah Jessica Parker wears a long full skirt as she films the Sex and the City sequel in Marrakech on Friday
SARAH JESSICA PARKER: “SATC” GOES TO MOROCCO
Taking photography duties overseas, wife Jessica saxist was patterned discover in Marruecos patch employed on “Sex and the City 2” on weekday (October 30). Joined on the ordered by co-star Cynthia Nixon, the Carrie Bradshaw cutie sported a designer t-shirt locution “I Adore Dior” patch prepping before travel finished the streets as cameras followed along
Speedy Star Edward Norton: PHOTO
Edward Norton was the fastest celebrity in this weekend's New York marathon. The 'Fight Club' actor crossed the finish line in the 26 mile race in 3 hours, 48 minutes and 1 second, beating other celebrity runners including Alanis Morissette and 'ER' actor Anthony Edwards. Edward, 40, described his experience running the race as "phenomenal" and was pleased he had achieved his personal goal of beating former vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin's four hour marathon time. I'm often slower than...
Edward Norton Named Fastest Celebrity During Marathon
Edward Norton was the fastest celebrity in this weekend's New York marathon. The "Fight Club" actor crossed the finish line in the 26 mile race in 3 hours, 48 minutes and 1 second, beating other celebrity runners including Alanis Morissette and "ER" actor Anthony Edwards. Edward, 40, described his experience running the race as "phenomenal" and was pleased he had achieved his personal goal of beating former vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin's four hour marathon time.
Edward Norton Was The Fastest Celebrity In The NY Marathon: PHOTO
Edward Norton was the fastest celebrity in this weekend's New York marathon. The -Fight Club' actor crossed the finish line in the 26 mile race in 3 hours, 48 minutes and 1 second, beating other celebrity runners including Alanis Morissette and -ER' actor Anthony Edwards . That is amazing time! My friend ran it and finished around the 5 hour mark. Edward, 40, described his experience running the race as “phenomenal” and was pleased he had achieved his personal goal of beating...
Edward Norton finishes NYC Marathon in less than 4 hours
So how did Edward Norton , 40, do in yesterday's New York City Marathon? The Fight Club actor finished the 26-mile race in 3 hours, 48 minutes and 1 second. Way to go, Ed. Norton, who referred to the experience as "phenomenal," was participating on behalf of the Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust, a Kenya-based charitable organization. ER alum Anthony Edwards crossed the finish line shortly after Norton, and singer Alanis Morissette finished just under four-and-a-half hours.
Edward Norton Rocks The NYC Marathon: PHOTO
Celebs hit the pavement to raise money for various charities in the annual Big Apple event
Edward Norton Says 'Nothing New' To Report With 'Incredible Hulk' And Marvel Movies
Prior to running the New York City Marathon this weekend in support of the Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust , "Incredible Hulk" actor Edward Norton dropped by Splash Page HQ with one of the Maasai warriors who joined him on the run . While Norton had some lofty goals for the race
Edward Norton to guest star on 'Family': PHOTO
Los Angeles, Nov. 2 (UPI) -- Actor Edward Norton has signed up to guest star on the U.S. comedy series "Modern Family," ABC announced Monday. Norton is best known for his roles in the films "Primal Fear," "Fight Club," "American History X" and "The Incredible Hulk." "With a history of giving bad gifts, Claire is determined to surprise Phil with an amazing anniversary present -- a private performance by one of their favorite musicians, Izzy LaFontaine! However, it turns out to be a surprise in...
Edward Norton wins charity N.Y. marathon
Edward Norton wins charity N.Y. marathon, Edward Norton was the fastest celebrity runner in this weekend's New York marathon, beating Alanis Morisette and The Strokes bassist Nikolai Fraiture.
Edward Norton Zips Through The 2009 NYC Marathon: PHOTO
Edward Norton leads the pack of celebrities running the 2009 NYC Marathon.
Edward Norton's New York City Marathon Results
Edward Norton did an amazing job this weekend running in the New York Marathon--he came in first amongst all the celebs who participated. This is no easy feat, and his awesome time came out of nowhere--who would've thought that he would be leading the pack, unless they were following his training with the Maasai? Edward Norton beat out other celebrity runners like Anthony Edwards from ER and Alanis Morissette. His 26-mile race was completed in 3 hours, 48 minutes, and he was reportedly most...
Edward Norton leads Celebrities at the NYC Marathon
Edward Norton was ahead of the celebrity pack running the New York City marathon on Sunday, finishing the grueling 26.2 mile race in three hours, 48 minutes and one second. The 40-year-old actor ran the course for Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust, raising $300,000 for the Kenya-based charity. He called his experience “phenomenal”. “You know you are going to hit tough spots,” he said in a post-marathon interview, “in a weird way mine came early in the race, but...






















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