PR Newswire Entertainment Weekly RoundUp for Week Ending Friday, April 29, 2005
The following is a select summary of the top entertainment-related press releases transmitted this week by PR Newswire. The full text of these releases is available at no charge to journalists on PR Newswire for Journalists, http://www.prnewswire.com/media.
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1. Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice Face Off in Novel to Be Released
May 1
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http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2930719
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Caption: Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice face off in this new
novel set during a future presidential campaign amid a stepped
up war on terror and the threat of spiritual possession. The
Midwest Book Review calls it, "A frightening thrill ride of a
tale, serving the best icy excitement to be had from the only
two-time winner of the Writer's Digest Book Award . . . a
wildly tension-filled novel up to the suspenseful end." Learn
more at http://www.colorofdemons.com/. ISBN 1-892538-48-2.
Contact: Betsy Moss, +1-804 358-2629, betsy.moss@comcast.net, for
The Oaklea Press
2. 'King Tut's Final Secrets' Reveals the Face of 'The Boy King'
and Explores His Mysterious Death
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http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2930422
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Caption: Close up of King Tut's mummified head before CT Scan. Courtesy:
National Geographic Channel King Tut's Final Secrets(C) Brando
Quilici
Contact: Russell Howard of the National Geographic Channel,
+1-202-912-6652, RHoward@natgeochannel.com; National Broadcast:
Alanna Zahn of the National Geographic Channel,
+1-212-852-7093, AZahn@natgeochannel.com, or Cathy Saypol of
CSPR, +1-212-288-8496, Saypolpr@aol.com, for the National
Geographic Channel; National Print: Chris Albert of the
National Geographic Channel, +1-202-912-6526,
CAlbert@natgeochannel.com, or Nord Wennerstrom of The Fratelli
Group, +1-202-496-2124, NWennerstrom@fratelli.com, for the
National Geographic Channel; National & Local Radio: Clare
Hertel of Clare Hertel Communications, +1-845-340-0731,
CHertel@aol.com, for the National Geographic Channel; Local
Print: Licet Ariza of The Fratelli Group,
+1-202-496-2122, LAriza@fratelli.com; Photos: Chad Sandhas of
the National Geographic Channel, +1-202-912-6632,
CSandhas@natgeochannel.com
3. DreamWorks Animation's 'Bee Movie' Attracts a Swarm of Talent
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2934633
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Caption: JERRY SEINFELD is the voice of Barry the Bee, a lowly drone
who rises up to sue humankind for stealing the bees' honey,
in DreamWorks Animation's "BEE MOVIE," which Seinfeld also
co-wrote and is producing.
Contact: Diana Loomis of DreamWorks Animation, +1-212-588-6141
4. Aflac Duck Gets 'Trumped'
Aflac Experiments with Sex Appeal in New Commercial Guest-Starring
Melania Trump
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2932643
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NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050427/CLW034
Caption: Melania Trump reacts to seeing her feet, after undergoing an
"Experiment" with the Aflac Duck. Experiment is Aflac's 22nd
commercial.
Contact: Media, Laura Kane, +1-706-596-3493, or cell,
+1-706-593-0786, or lkane@afac.com, or Mechell Clark,
+1-706-243-8004, or meclark@aflac.com, both of Aflac
Corporate Communications
5. Six Flags Marine World Unveils Northern California's First Dolphin
Touch and Feeding Experience
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http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2934968
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Caption: Six Flags Marine World in Vallejo, California unveiled their
new Ocean Discovery area where kids could interact with
dolphins, pet stingrays and have a close encounter with
penguins. Kids from the Harvest Middle School in Napa have an
encounter and take photos of the penguins. Photo by Dino
Vournas.
Contact: Public Relations of Six Flags Marine World, +1-707-556-5227
6. Ricky Martin Aids Habitat for Humanity Tsunami Relief Effort
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http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2930311
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Caption: Ricky Martin partners with Habitat for Humanity to build 224
homes in tsunami-affected parts of Thailand.
Contact: Joedy Isert, +1-229-924-6935, ext. 2330, or jisert@hfhi.org,
or Jennifer Lindsey, +1-202-270-2030, or jlindsey@hfhi.org,
both of Habitat for Humanity International
7. ** Celebrity-Signed Charity Gift Idea for Mother's Day **
Celebrities Shed Their Belts For Charity Auction
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http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2933039
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Caption: Among 25 autographed celebrity belts up for charity auction is
this one from Cameron Diaz which bears her signature and wishes
to "Buckle up & Be Well." Bids can be placed online at
www.charityfolks.com from April 25 - May 7. Proceeds benefit
America's Second Harvest and the Judd Family Food Basket, non-
profit, charitable organizations dedicated to creating a
hunger-free America. Post Healthy Classic cereals, makers of
Post Shredded Wheat, Grape-Nuts and Raisin Bran is the
auction's sponsor.
Contact: Rubenstein Communications, Inc.: Gerry Casanova / 212-843-8067
/gcasan@rubenstein.com
8. Top Children's Summer Sports Injuries
Orthopaedic Surgeons Offer Tips On 'Playing Safe' This Season
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2928058
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Caption: May is National Osteoporosis Month, and the American Academy of
Orthopaedic Surgeons has teamed with the Ruth Jackson
Orthopaedic Society on a new public service campaign to educate
women of all ages -- including young girls -- about
osteoporosis. More than 25 million Americans -- nearly
80 percent of whom are women -- currently suffer from
osteoporosis. The key to prevention is building strong bones
while you're young by consuming the appropriate daily intake of
calcium, vitamin D and performing regular weight-bearing
exercises.
Contact: Carlye Fallon, +1-847-384-4035, fallon@aaos.org , or Kory
D'Angelo, +1-847-384-4034, dangelo@aaos.org
9. Sky Box Sport Scenes Announces Licensing Agreement with MLB
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2930567
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NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050420/NEW053
Caption: Robin Wilson with her two sons, Alex and Spencer in front of
Sky Box Sport Scenes' Fenway Park(TM) wallpaper product.
Contact: Wes Wilson of Sky Box Sport Scenes, +1-508-881-7575,
wes@sbsportscenes.com
10. May's BLACK ENTERPRISE Highlights African American Achievement in
Design, Supplies Top-Notch Bond Investment Strategies, and Advises
First-Time Entrepreneurs Where to Find Essential Start-Up Capital
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2934201
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NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050428/NYTH024
Caption: Driven by Design: Ralph Gilles is the design whiz behind the
sensational Chrysler 300C, winner of Motor Trend's 2005 Car
of the Year.
Contact: Andrew P. Wadium of Earl G. Graves Publishing Co.,
+1-212-886-9598, wadiuma@blackenterprise.com
11. Pernessa C. Seele, Founder and CEO of The Balm In Gilead, Inc.(TM)
Named as One of Thirty-Five Most Beautiful Women by Essence Magazine
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2934365
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Caption: Pernessa C. Seele, Founder and CEO, The Balm In Gilead is
named by Essence as one of 35 of the Magazine's "most
beautiful women" in its milestone 35th anniversary May issue.
Seele's rich spiritual experiences in the South supported her
idea to launch what is now The Black Church Week of Prayer
for the Healing of AIDS, a national program, now in its 16th
year with an outreach of over 15,000 churches and considered
the largest AIDS awareness campaign targeting the African
American faith community.
Contact: Teresa Lyles Holmes, +1-914-282-5317 or +1-212-730-7381,
for The Balm In Gilead
12. Travelers Advantage(R) Travel Tips:
Online Check-In Emerges as Convenient Time Saver in Security Age
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2928954
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Caption: Travelers Advantage says online airline check-in is the hot new
trend among on-the-go travelers who seek to save time, avoid
lines, efficiently navigate airport security and take-off on
their adventure.
Contact: Todd Smith, office, +1-615-764-2598, or cell, +1-615-202-7944,
or Andrea Lindsley, office, +1-615-780-3315, or cell,
+1-615-415-8886, both of Travelers Advantage
13. Cruisers Say Visits to Caribbean Private Islands Make Vacations
Truly Memorable
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http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2933052
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Caption: We cordially Invite You to Experience the Perfect Marriage of
Cruise Travel & the Internet.
Over 120,000 cruisers have taken advantage of a revolution in
cruise shopping. CruiseCompete.com is the only service that
allows consumers to select a cruise, and receive competitive
price quotes.
Prices vary greatly from one travel agency to the next and
CruiseCompete.com agencies are the most aggressive in the
marketplace. A few minutes at CruiseCompete.com assures
cruisers that they get the best deal on their cruise.
Contact: Heidi M. Allison, +1-248-652-2198, HAllison@AllisonTaylor.com ,
for CruiseCompete.com
14. Tequila 7 Leguas the Spirit and Soul of Tequila, Nom 1120
One Family's Legacy, Recipe and Commitment, Now Available in the
United States of America
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2932155
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NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050426/LATU061
Caption: Tequila 7 Leguas Blanco, Silver tequila savored by
connoisseurs for its splendid symphony of aromas and
lingering Tequilana Blue Weber Agave flavors. Tequila 7
Leguas Reposado, Eight months of careful aging in white oak
barrels fills one's senses with intense flavors of slow-
steamed Tequilana Blue Weber Agave. It shimmers in golden and
emerald hues. Tequila 7 Leguas Anejo, Exquisite amber tequila
aged 24 months in oak casks. Rich and delicate, connoisseurs
savor its intense aromatic fullness and exceptionally smooth
taste.
Contact: Rick Fraser, President of Western Food & Beverage Importers,
+1-714-965-6938; or Fernando Gonzalez de Anda,
President/Owner of Destileria Siete Leguas, 52-391-917-2236;
or Francisco Tonarely, President of Brand Equity Partners
Inc., +1-305-310-8364
15. Vincor USA Launches Kumala: South Africa's Natural Treasure
Vincor USA to Introduce New South African Wine to U.S. Wine Drinkers
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2929972
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NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050425/SFM047
Caption: Vincor USA Launches Kumala: South Africa's natural treasure
summer 2005.
Contact: Stephanie D'Arcy for Vincor USA, +1-415-346-2929,
orstephanie@cscwine.com
16. Command the Company That Changed the Face of History!
THQ and Relic Entertainment Announce Company of Heroes(TM)
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2930203
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Caption: Developed by Relic Studios, Company of Heroes is set to
release worldwide in 2006.
Contact: Liz Pieri, Media Relations, +1-818-871-5061, or Julie
MacMedan, Investor Relations, +1-818-871-5095, both of THQ
17. General Schwarzkopf and Actress Bonnie Hunt Help Multiple Myeloma
Research Foundation Raise More Than $950,000
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2929621
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Caption: Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) President Kathy
Giusti was joined by actress Bonnie Hunt and General Norman
Schwarzkopf at the fourth MMRF Chicago Awards Dinner last
night. The event raised more than $950,000 for myeloma
research.
Contact: Kim McCall, Event Director of Multiple Myeloma Research
Foundation, +1-203-858-7763, mccallk@themmrf.org
18. 'Over the Rainbow' Songwriter Yip Harburg on U.S. Postage Stamp
Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2934719
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Caption: Yip Harburg E. Y. (Yip) Harburg, wrote the lyrics for more
than 600 popular songs, including ?Over the Rainbow,? created
with composer Harold Arlen for The Wizard of Oz. Stamp
designer Ethel Kessler began with a photograph by Barbara
Bordnick in 1978 in her studio in New York, then added other
elements including a rainbow and the lyric fragment from
Harburg's Oscar-winning song.
Contact: Melissa Dodge, +1-202-268-5188, or cell: +1-202-360-1552, or
Patricia McGovern, +1-212-330-3307, or cell: +1-917-837-0942,
both of the U.S. Postal Service.
PRNewswire -- April 29
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