Profile
Famous as :
Actor, directorBirth Name :
Clinton Eastwood Jr.Birth Date :
May 31, 1930Birth Place :
San Fransisco, California, USASpouse :
Maggie Johnson (13-Dec-53 - 1978), Dina Ruiz (since 31-Mar-96)Claim to fame :
As Insp. 'Dirty' Harry Callahan in movie "Dirty Harry" (1971)
Clint Eastwood and Matt Damon Lining Up for Human Factor
September 25, 2007 03:09:46
The latest film project Morgan Freeman is currently setting up apparently has attracted big names and a major studio to also join in. Variety has learned that Clint Eastwood is eyeing the director's chair in "The Human Factor" with Matt Damon and Warner Bros. Pictures being in talks to star in and finance, respectively.
An adaptation of John Carlin's book "The Human Factor: Nelson Mandela and the Game that Changed the World", the movie centers on the 1995 Rugby World Cup held in South Africa which Mandela used as a means to end decades of mistrust and hatred between whites and blacks. Damon reportedly is negotiating to play the captain of the Springboks, the South Africa national rugby union team.
USC Honored Clint Eastwood with Its Honorary Alumni Award
May 05, 2007 11:05:47
The University of Southern California has picked Clint Eastwood as the recipient of its first Honorary Alumni Award.
The iconic American actor and Academy Award-winning film director and film producer is slated to receive the honor next week, the same day he collects his honorary doctorate from the top college.
Clint Eastwood to Be Honored Spirit of Independence Award
April 20, 2007 01:04:31
Recognized his abundant contribution in film industry, Film Independent, a non-profit membership organization supporting artists who embody diversity, innovation, and uniqueness of vision, has delightfully named Clint Eastwood the honoree of its 2007 Spirit of Independence Award.
The veteran actor/filmmaker will be given the award at this year's Los Angeles Film Festival set to be held on June 28 with Tony Bennett presenting the honor. As part of the upcoming occasion, there will also be a presentation of documentary feature "Tony Bennett: The Music Never Ends" which Eastwood executive produces for Netflix.
Clint Eastwood Gets Jazzy in New Documentary
March 15, 2007 01:03:27
One apparently is not enough for an acclaimed artist like Clint Eastwood. Previously partnering with Netflix, Inc.'s division Red Envelope Entertainment to executive produce "Tony Bennett: The Music Never Ends", a documentary about the prominent recording singer, the man now is reported to make another about U.S. jazz pianist Dave Brubeck.
Eastwood is said to serve as producer on the feature, tentatively titled "Dave Brubeck -- In His Own Sweet Way" alongside Bruce Ricker who will also direct. The twosome previously teamed up to bring a documentary about fellow jazz artist Thelonious Monk titled "Thelonious Monk, Straight No Chaser" in 1988.
Clint Eastwood and Angelina Jolie Rearing a �Changeling�
March 10, 2007 09:03:54Running on fast track in developing �The Changeling�, Universal Pictures and Imagine Entertainment is reportedly having Clint Eastwood looking to direct and Angelina Jolie in negotiations to be the female lead for the project.
A co-production of Imagine and Eastwood's Malpaso, the picture is based on true events in 1920s Los Angeles about a woman who suspects that her abducted son may not be her own child upon retrieving the boy. Beyond her expectation, somehow this leads into a revelation of deep-seated corruption in the LAPD.
Clint Eastwood Named Knight of French Legion of Honor
February 19, 2007 02:02:48
Representing "the best of Hollywood" while also being an "exceptional ambassador" for American culture around the world, Clint Eastwood was granted a slot in France's elite Legion of Honor by President Jacques Chirac on Saturday, February 17, 2007.
"France of course wants to pay homage to your immense talent as an actor, your genius as a director and to your place in the world of cinema," so Chirac stated in a ceremony in the presidential Elysee Palace.
Clint Eastwood Making Tony Bennett Docu
February 14, 2007 11:02:11
Partnering with Netflix, Inc.'s division Red Envelope Entertainment, Clint Eastwood has eagerly signed himself to executive produce a documentary exploring and celebrating the life and career of the legendary recording artist and concert performer, Tony Bennett, Netflix itself has officially announced.
"The coming together of Tony Bennett and Clint Eastwood -- two enduring and iconic figures in the world of American entertainment -- is a cultural flashpoint," Netflix chief content officer Ted Sarandos commented. "Netflix spearheading this prestigious project showcases our abilities to bring unique content to our subscribers and, in this case, a global audience."
Clint Eastwood Awarded with MPAA's Jack Valenti Humanitarian Award
February 02, 2007 01:02:24
Clint Eastwood, one of the most talented actors Hollywood has ever had, will be awarded with the Motion Picture Association of America's inaugural humanitarian award, the Jack Valenti Humanitarian Award.
The award, to be presented annually to an individual in the motion picture industry whose work has reached out positively and respectfully to all countries, creeds and cultures, will be presented at a private dinner dubbed "The Business of Show Business," Tuesday Feb 6th in Washington, D.C.
America's Favorite Movie Stars in 2006, Per the Harris Poll
January 17, 2007 11:01:04
Another year, another favorite. Move over Tom Hanks because people have their new favorite. It's Denzel Washington. The Hollywood hunk has been chosen the No. 1 America's Favorite Movie Star in the nationwide Harris Poll of 1,147 U.S. adults surveyed online by Harris Interactive between December 12 and 18, 2006.
Dropping from number one to number two is Hanks, while movie legend John Wayne remains in third place. Tough guy Clint Eastwood jumps up two spots to fourth place. Next on the poll is Will Smith who along with actress Julia Roberts tie for the 5th spot.
11th Annual Satellite Awards Recipients Announced
December 19, 2006 10:12:11
Gathering together at Beverly Hills' Imperial Ballroom of le Meridian on Sunday, December 17, 2006, members of International Press Academy eagerly handed down the organization's honor of Satellite Awards, originally known as Golden Satellite Awards, to the year's outstanding artists, films, television shows, DVDs, and interactive media.
Martin Scorsese's mob saga "The Departed" led the event together with "Dreamgirls" as both collected four prizes each. The Warner Bros. release scored in categories of Best Motion Picture - Drama, Best Screenplay - Adapted for William Monahan, Best Ensemble - Motion Picture, and Best Actor in a Supporting Role for Leonardo DiCaprio.
Nominees of the 64th Annual Golden Globe Awards
December 15, 2006 11:12:03
Continuing its annual tradition in giving honors to talented figures in show business, the
Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) has finally unveiled yesterday, December 14, in Beverly Hills, California, the nominees for the 2007 Golden Globe Awards of which ceremony will take place at The Beverly Hilton with a live telecast airing on NBC on January 15.
Leading the contenders, Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu's multinational ensemble drama "Babel" gloriously scored seven nominations, notably that of Best Motion Picture- Drama alongside "Bobby", "The Departed", "Little Children", and "The Queen." Other major nods secured by the picture included those in supporting categories for its three stars namely Brad Pitt, Adriana Barraza, and Rinko Kikuchi.
Clint Eastwood Bestowed the Founder's Award
August 15, 2006 01:08:09
Academy Award winning actor and director Clint Eastwood tastes the fruit of his hard-work Saturday August 12th when he was presented with a special award from the Motion Picture & Television Fund for his contributions to the Western genre.
Eastwood was presented the Founder's Award during the group's 24th annual Golden Boot Awards held Saturday. The ceremony recognizes actors, stunt people, producers and directors who have furthered the tradition of the Western in film and television.
Clint Eastwood Given the Stanley Kubrick Britannia Award
July 11, 2006 03:07:52
"Clint Eastwood is an undisputed international icon and an enormous creative force, both behind and in front of the camera," BAFTA/LA chairman Peter Morris said about the actor. That is one reason why "It is our distinct pleasure to honor him with our highest film award", the man continued.
And so, Eastwood has been named the recipient of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts/Los Angeles' most prestigious film accolade, the Stanley Kubrick Britannia Award for Excellence in Film.
America's Favorite Movie Stars per the Harris Poll
January 21, 2006 11:01:01Lucky Tom Hanks that he's been chosen America's Favorite Movie Star for the second year in a row, according to a poll released Friday Jan 20th by Harris Interactive. The survey, involving 1,001 adults, places Johnny Depp as second on the list, ahead of Harrison Ford and John Wayne who both tied in 3rd spot.
Rounding out the top 5 is actress Julia Roberts. Clint Eastwood is in 6th place, while Mel Gibson is in 7th spot. George Clooney is 8th, followed then at 9th by Sean Connery, with Sandra Bullock rounding out the Top 10 list on the poll.
The Directors Guild of America to Honor Eastwood
December 03, 2005 12:12:27American actor and Academy Award winning film director Clint Eastwood will be honored by the Directors Guild of America with the organization's Lifetime Achievement Award. This attainment obviously places Eastwood among the only 31 directors to be awarded the prestigious honor.
"Clint Eastwood is the consummate filmmaker," DGA president Michael Apted said, adding, "As one of the most prolific, versatile directors in the history of the medium, there isn't a genre that Clint Eastwood hasn't mastered in the more than 25 films he has directed over the past 35 years."
Hopkins & Eastwood Among Film Career Honoree
November 18, 2005 01:11:54It's close to the big days when we're about to welcome film awards season. Firstly we will have the Golden Globes ceremony that will be held in Beverly Hills on January 16, 2006. Still in the same month, just days after, January 22 to be more specific, we have the Producers Guild of America.
In the meantime, names come to the surface to be among the award recipients in both events. Oscar-winning Anthony Hopkins is reported to receive a lifetime achievement award at the Golden Globe Awards. The Hollywood Foreign Press Association, which organizes the annual film honors, announced Wednesday that Hopkins will receive the Cecil B. DeMille Award.
Eastwood & Pals Hoist the "Flag"
July 08, 2005 10:07:45The movie "Flags of Our Fathers," which is based on James Bradley's book "Flags of Our Fathers: Heroes of Iwo Jima," is scheduled to begin shooting next month in Iceland, Washington, Los Angeles and Chicago. Will co-produce the Paul Haggis adaptation is DreamWorks Pictures, responsible for the domestic distribution, and Warner Bros. Pictures with the international one. Clint Eastwood himself, along with Steven Spielberg will be producing the movie.
As for the movie casts, there are Ryan Phillippe, Adam Beach and Jesse Bradford. Revolves the story of Iwo Jima Battle, which took place in the winter of 1945, Phillippe will play Navy corpsman John Bradley, while Beach portrays Ira Hayes, a Pima Indian who copes with the war experiences by drinking himself to death. Bradford, to add, will play Rene Gagnon, a ladies' man who is one of the flag raisers.
Eastwood Wins Oscar for Best Director
March 01, 2005 10:03:31Clint Eastwood film direction Million Dollar Baby has dominated the 77th Annual Academy Awards held in Los Angeles on February 27, 2005. The film surprisingly granted the 74 year old man an Oscar for Best Director and Producer as it also won such category as Best Picture, Best Actress for Hilary Swank and Best Supporting Actor for Morgan Freeman.
This victory has become the second time for Eastwood who also won a double Oscar for the same category in 1992 for his film entitled Unforgiven.
Eastwood Wins the DGA Award
January 31, 2005 09:01:24Clint Eastwood wins the Directors Guild of America honor for the boxing saga Million Dollar Baby, in which he plays as boxing trainer and reluctant mentor to Hillary Swank the scrappy fighter who becomes a champion in the ring before her life takes a tragic turn. This victory will then asure Eastwood's prospects to win his second best-director prize at the Academy Awards held on February 27, 2005.
Winning this award has also brought Eastwood up to his fellow nominee Martin Scorsese who lost all his sixth guild nomination for best director for the Howard Hughes epic The Aviator. Gaining such triumph, Eastwood gives his appreciation to both co-stars Swank and Freeman whose presence in the Million Dollar Baby has made his job as director a delight.
