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Famous as :
ActorBirth Date :
July 13, 1942Birth Place :
Chicago, Illinois, USASpouse :
Mary Marquardt (18-Jun-64 - 1979), Melissa Mathison (screenwriter, 14-Mar-83 - 6-Jan-2004)Claim to fame :
As Han Solo in "Star Wars" original trilogy
Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart Book Jamie Oliver to Cater Their Wedding
March 25, 2008 02:03:24Have been planning to marry later this year, celebrity couple Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart reportedly are keen to book English celebrity chef Jamie Oliver to cater their wedding. Rumor has it that both Ford and Flockhart are a big fan of Jamie and come up with the idea after chatting with actress Jennifer Aniston.
Aniston herself is a close friend of Jamie and she once even flew him to L.A. to whip up a feast for ex-hubby Brad Pitt. She thus, as reported by The Sun, suggested that the pair enlist the famous chef for the event. "Harrison and Calista spoke to Jennifer about their plan," the publication quoted a source as saying. "Jennifer said Jamie had cooked some great dishes for her - and Calista asked how she could secure his culinary services."
Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart to Marry Later This Year
March 19, 2008 10:03:38Have been engaged since April last year, Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart are about to make their union official soon. The celebrity couple are planning to tie the knot later this year when the actor has finished promoting the new Indiana Jones movie, it's been claimed.
Wedding talk swirled after there was report that Ford is planning to adopt Flockhart's son, Liam. It's been claimed that Ford, who's the father of four children from his two previous marriages, wants to become the legal father of her seven-year-old adopted son Liam.
Sequel Flicks Coming in 2008
December 28, 2007 04:12:58As the year 2007 is closing up, AceShowbiz.com feels obliged to list movie sequels that will battle among themselves towards the box office. As part of the trend that put animations and special effect-infused pics on top of the agenda, those deemed 'highly-anticipated' may come quite predictable.
The earliest sequel movie coming within the calendar may be 'Step Up 2 the Streets', but minus its original cast (Channing Tatum, Jenna Dewan), its anticipation may be overshadowed by 'The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian' that retains its original cast and 'The Incredible Hulk' which is hopeful with its new star, Edward Norton.
Spike TV's 2007 Scream Awards Winners Unveiled
October 22, 2007 04:10:41An annual celebration of the best in horror, sci-fi, fantasy, and comic genres brought by Spike TV, the Scream Awards once again gave out recognitions to a series of proud titles and names on Friday, October 19 at Los Angeles' Greek Theatre.
Big winner turned out to be none other than phenomenal robot movie "Transformers" as it gloriously swept out five prizes in total, most notably Best Science Fiction Movie. Pic also won its two leading actors Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox the title of Sci-Fi Star and Siren, respectively as well as Best F/X and "Jump-from-Your-Seat" Scene of the Year.
Ewan McGregor Immortalized on US Stamps
May 01, 2007 10:05:58
Ewan McGregor is about to be immortalized in a special series of stamps for the US postal service.
The Scottish actor, commemorated for his Star Wars role, will be the new face on one of 15 special edition postal stamps, brought out to immortalize the series' 30th anniversary next month. In addition to the stamp, McGregor also appears on an express mail delivery sticker.
Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart Are Engaged
April 18, 2007 09:04:03
No joke, Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart are engaged to be married.
Rumor has it that the action hero actor has popped the question to longtime girlfriend Flockhart, asking her to marry him after 5 years together.
The 10 Most Expensive Celebrity Divorces According to Forbes
April 14, 2007 11:04:25
"Divorce has its price" and it costs expensive when you're a star. Michael Jordan, Neil Diamond, Steven Spielberg, and Harrison Ford are the obvious examples. A basketball star, Jordan's split from wife of 17 years, Juanita Vanoy Jordan, December last year is the most expensive according to Forbes.com's list of "The 10 Most Expensive Celebrity Divorces."
The pending divorce of the basketball legend could possibly earn the divorcee more than $150 million in a settlement. Diamond, whose 1995 divorce from Marcia Murphey cost him an estimated $150 million, holds second place. Spielberg is the third for his $100 million divorce settlement with first wife Amy Irving. Securing the 4th spot is Ford whose divorce from wife Melissa Mathison cost him an estimated $85 million.
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.
Indiana Jones Filming in 2007
December 30, 2006 11:12:37
George Lucas, the 62-year-old filmmaker said during a break from preparing for his duties as grand marshal of Monday's Rose Parade that he and Steven Spielberg have recently finalized the script for Indiana Jones 4 and it will begin filming next year.
Although exact film locations have not been decided yet, but Lucas said part of the film will be shot in Los Angeles. The fourth installment of Indiana Jones is scheduled to release in May 2008 with its famous character Indiana still played by Harrison Ford.
Harrison Ford Feels Fit for "Indiana Jones 4" at 64
October 24, 2006 11:10:16
Stressing his readiness to go back into action in "Indiana Jones 4", Harrison Ford has clearly indicated that he is still fit enough to reprise his role as the titular character in the fourth installment of the hugely popular franchise despite his age.
"We need to move on for artistic reasons and obvious physical reasons, (but) I feel fit to continue and bring the same physical action," so stated the 64-years-old actor during a news conference at Rome Film Festival on Friday, October 20, 2006.
Chicago Film Fest Honored Steven Spielberg
July 17, 2006 10:07:28
The 42nd annual Chicago International Film Festival, held Saturday July 15th, 2006, at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, saluted acclaimed director and producer Steven Spielberg for his countless contribution to film industry.
Thus, the man has been handed the Chicago International Film Festival's Gold Hugo Lifetime Achievement Award for the three decades of incomparable cinema.
This Coming Autumn! Wedding-Bells Toll for Flockhart-Ford
June 19, 2006 02:06:26
Thanks to Harrison Ford's old pal, Clint Eastwood, the bell is, finally, going to toll for Ford and his 22-year younger lover, Calista Flockhart.
The previous sudden-devastated marriage with Melissa Mathison, despite of the twenty years they had spent as spouses, had brought a trauma for the "Indiana Jones 4" star.
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.
Sebastian Cordero to Lead the Manhunt
October 17, 2005 02:10:57Lawrence Bender has been appointed to lead the 'Manhunt.' It is one of Walden Media's based on James L. Swanson's forthcoming book, "Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase For Lincoln's Killer."
The story will focus on the tense days after Lincoln's assassination in 1865 and follow the New York Cavalry as it solves the mystery that eventually leads to John Wilkes Booth, uncovering a plot that threatens to plunge the nation back into war. Col. Everton Conger was in command of the troops when they tracked down Booth in a Virginia barn 12 days after Lincoln was shot.
Ford as EAA Young Eagles Program Chairman
August 01, 2005 09:08:06Hollywood actor, Harrison Ford is selected as the chairman of Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Young Eagles Program. He will take the honored position for two years, introducing children to fly.
"Harrison Ford is a great ambassador of the program because he shows that he believes in it and, as a pilot volunteer, he lives it." Steve Buss, the EAA Young Eagles Executive Director, commented. Ford himself formerly has contributed in giving more than 200 people rides as a volunteer pilot for the program.
