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Eric Morlon BishopBirth Date :
December 13, 1967Birth Place :
Terrell, Texas, USAClaim to fame :
As Willie Beamen in "Any Given Sunday" (1999)
Video Premiere: Plies' 'Please Excuse My Hands' Ft. Jamie Foxx/The-Dream
July 24, 2008 09:07:16The new music video from Plies, that was shot to accompany his new single "Please Excuse My Hands" has just been premiered on July 23 via BET 106 & Park. The clip was co-directed by Zipper On Butta Fly Leather and the rapper himself and it also features the appearance of Jamie Foxx & The-Dream.
The scenes from the clip start with Plies making an appointment with Jamie to go the the actor/singer's lounge, where they were partying with lots of beautiful girls there. After that, the rapper continued his trip to meet The-Dream before heading to a club and partying again.
Jamie Foxx to Play Mike Tyson in Biopic?
March 01, 2008 10:03:36The Academy Award-winning actor Jamie Foxx has reportedly been set to play Mike Tyson in a new biopic film "Untitled Mike Tyson Biopic". According to reports, the former world heavyweight champion revealed that he has had talks with Foxx about portraying him in a film based on his life story.
To New York Daily News' Review Journal, Tyson opened up about the actor who will play him. "I have a movie on the verge of happening, probably in two years from now," he revealed. "Me and Jamie Foxx are going to do a collaboration. He's going to play me in my life story. We've talked about it many times."
Movie Contenders Announced for 34th People's Choice Awards
November 09, 2007 12:11:11An annual event with a dizzying array of categories voted on by the American public, People's Choice Awards once again lists big names and titles of Hollywood film industry to vie for its trophies in its 34th edition.
In announcement made by the organizers Thursday, November 8, 2007, Universal Pictures' "The Bourne Ultimatum" delightfully comes as the top nominee with four nods in total, most notably the Favorite Movie title. Three others are Favorite Action Movie, Favorite Threequel, and Favorite Male Action Star for Matt Damon.
Oscar Winner Jamie Foxx Doing Zebra Murders
October 25, 2007 12:10:07It's time to wear the police badge again for Jamie Foxx after doing so in "Miami Vice." The Oscar winner has just been reported by Variety to about topline a new crime thriller feature entitled "The Zebra Murders: A Season of Killing, Racial Madness, and Civil Rights" as well as to produce via his Foxx-King Entertainment.
Based on Prentice Earl Sanders and Bennett Cohen's 2006 book, project chronicles the series of racially motivated serial killings - black on white - that took place in San Francisco from 1973 until 1974. Foxx is said to play Sanders, one of two black police detectives who headed the team cracking the case while also fighting harassment within the police department.
Rascal Flatts and Jamie Foxx on One Country Stage
October 18, 2007 02:10:08Constantly making surprises, Jamie Foxx is keen on appearing at the Country Music Association Awards this year with Rascal Flatts. The R&B singer would like to try on his country music skill when the event takes place next month.
The plan is to sing their joint piece 'She Goes All the Way' that appears on the band's new album 'Still Feels Good'. The band will also open the show with the title track of the album, according to CMT.com.
Jamie Foxx Promised a 40 Themed Worldwide Party to Mark 40th Birthday
October 05, 2007 12:10:05
Jamie Foxx is mad about 40. The actor who's going to turn 40 December 13th later this year has revealed he is planning to hold a worldwide party with everything being themed '40'.
Revealed on the planned birthday party, Foxx told Ellen DeGeneres on her on Wednesday's show, he and actor-rapper pal Ludacris, who turned 30 on September 11th, "going to go all over the globe. We're coming door to [your] door. We're going to get a bus. I'm coming to you."
Jamie Foxx Immortalized on Hollywood's Walk of Fame
September 15, 2007 11:09:06
Jamie Foxx is now immortal, literally. The actor-comedian had his name cemented on Hollywood's "Walk of Fame" on Friday September 14th, thus becoming the 2,347th celebrity to have a star bearing his name laid on the sidewalk.
"This is one of the most amazing days of my life," Foxx said at the late-morning ceremony in front of the Kodak Theatre. "I want to thank the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce for making my dream come true. This is beyond my wildest dreams."
Robert Downey Jr. Will Be Jamie Foxx's Co-Lead in The Soloist
August 28, 2007 03:08:40
Getting another Oscar-recognized talent following Jamie Foxx, DreamWorks Pictures has picked up Robert Downey Jr. to accompany the "Ray" actor as his co-lead in "The Soloist", Variety has informed.
Here Downey Jr., fresh from "Iron Man" filming, will assume the role of Steve Lopez, the L.A. Times columnist who discovered the abundant talent of Foxx's schizophrenic character Nathaniel Ayers as a violinist. The Lopez in real life has written a number of columns about the music prodigy as well as a book which is slated to hit stores next spring.
Jamie Foxx Takes the Lead in The Soloist
August 21, 2007 11:08:30
Lauded for his remarkable portrayal of Ray Charles in "Ray" which gave him an Oscar nod back in 2005, sure it's no wonder to find Jamie Foxx again set to play a real-life musician on the big screen.
Report coming from Variety has revealed that the actor is poised to topline a dramatic feature titled "The Soloist" as a brilliant but mentally troubled musician Nathaniel Ayers who developed schizophrenia in his second year at Juilliard and ended up homeless on the streets of downtown L.A. where he performs the violin and cello.
George C. Wolfe Taking Charge of the "Leaves"
July 02, 2007 02:07:06
Been gearing the project since 2005, Paramount Pictures finally lands the choice to George C. Wolfe. The Emmy nominated director is set to direct "Blood on the Leaves".
Wolfe will work with Jamie Foxx who acts as the main actor as well as the producer of this movie. The studio is still on the hunt for second male lead that will accompany Foxx.
Oscar Winner Jamie Foxx Is Producing New TV Show
May 22, 2007 11:05:34
Jamie Foxx has licensed his name to yet another project, teaming up with TNT Sports analyst and former NBA player Kenny Smith to create a new TV show.
The Oscar winning actor spills the bean to TheSportsInterview.com, "We have been doing an interesting show about an NBA player that has to live at home. That's the basis of it - a guy living at home with his family."
Names Vying for the 2007 BET Awards' Best Actor/Actress
May 18, 2007 11:05:38
Showing its recognition on the full dedication the African Americans and other minorities have shown in entertainment field, Black Entertainment Television network once again has revealed the nominees for its BET Awards in its 7th celebration of the event. The list was announced Wednesday, May 16 by rappers T.I. and 50 Cent, Robin Thicke and Tichina Arnold during a press conference at Hollywood's Renaissance Hotel.
For those working in film field, the network rounds out celebrated names of Jamie Foxx, Idris Elba, Eddie Murphy, Will Smith, and Forest Whitaker to compete for the Best Actor title. As for the opposite category of Best Actress, the contenders include Arnold, Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Chandra Wilson, and Jennifer Hudson, who recently swept three prestigious film awards of Oscar, Actors, and Golden Globe.
Jamie Foxx Skipped a Tour Date
March 30, 2007 12:03:01
Like it or not, Jamie Foxx had to cancel the date on March 28 in Washington. It was triggered by his doctor's command to lie resting his voice in order to heal his bronchial problem.
At least the doctor's order was only valid for a day. Foxx publicist said, "His current North American tour is still going strong and Foxx is scheduled to perform in Atlanta Mar. 30-Apr. 1". That also means that he is fit enough to perform the concerts after Atlanta's Fox Theater tonight.
Tony Parker Goes French in Debut Album
March 27, 2007 09:03:44
Launching his self-titled debut album on March 26, Tony Parker is anxiously waiting to see the reaction of people. The French hip-hop album was wrapped in a package containing the names Jamie Foxx, Faboulous and Booba.
Parker said that his encounter with Foxx went unplanned. "I'd receive a call while in Los Angeles with Eva (Longoria). Jamie anted me to stop by his studio where he was recording with Beyonce for a song in the movie (Dreamgirls). I took this moment to show him we had done in the music. As he liked it, he offered to do a song together in my album. This is how it started with Jamie," he stated.
Winners of the 2007 Soul Train Music Awards Unleashed
March 12, 2007 12:03:14
The 2007 Soul Train Music Awards that was held at Pasadena Civic Auditorium has revealed its winners. Co hosted by LeToya Luckett and Omarion and planned to air between March 17th and 25th, the event sadly did not attract most of the winners to come. The show went on anyway.
Winners of Best R&B Album are Jamie Foxx and Mary J. Blige. Foxx grabbed the award through his album "Unpredictable" (2005) while Blige who did not attend the ceremony won it through "The Breakthrough" (2005).
Jamie Foxx's Tour, for the Love of Doing It
March 10, 2007 03:03:08
A misconception upon Jamie Foxx's Unpredictable Tour is put to justice by promoter Gregg Perloff. Mistaken for a low selling tour, Perloff later clarified that the capacity itself is limited up to 6,000 seats.
Believed to be one of the most successful configuration tours after Bruce Springsteen's Devils and Dust trek in 2005, Foxx's arenas are set to adjust the capacity. Perloff explained that the concerts' capacity is originally meant for only 4,500 to 5,000 but in the end it has to be enlarged to 6,000 due to the numbers of tickets sold.
TV Show Access Hollywood's 'Guy Candy' List
March 09, 2007 09:03:11
Justin Timberlake is Hollywood's number one hunk. The pop singer has topped the 'Guy Candy' list compiled by TV show Access Hollywood, praised as "easy choice."
"With his trademark moves and signature style, Justin brought sexy back to stay and Hollywood can't get enough," the show's editors said on the recording artist.
Jamie Foxx Utters "Nasty Word"
February 08, 2007 01:02:27
Picking up a different take on filmmaking, Jamie Foxx is gearing up to make a really unusual film feature: a flick about the ultimate mother----ing curse word, MTV has learned.
Titled "MF: The History of a Nasty Word", the big screen work will be directed by "CB4" scribe Nelson George who described the picture to present "a top 10 of the greatest MF-sayers of all time" with Samuel L. Jackson and Richard Pryor being tipped to take part.
Jamie Foxx Is Adding Radio DJ to His Resume
January 24, 2007 04:01:36
Ranging from acting to singing, Jamie Foxx is now adding radio host to his resume. The actor-singer is launching "The Foxxhole," an entertainment and lifestyle radio channel, Sirius radio announced on Tuesday January 23rd.
The 24/7 channel, which is about to be launched in the spring, will feature urban comedy bits from comedians, as well as showcase music, skits, radio theater and more. It is Foxx himself who will serve as executive producer, on-air host and contributor for the channel on a daily basis.
Soon-to-Air on ABC, "The Oprah Winfrey Oscar Special"
January 11, 2007 04:01:28
Oprah Winfrey is adding more into her have-to-do list as she's inked a deal with ABC to host her first pre-Oscar interview special, which surely will be different with that of "Barbara Walters' 25th annual Oscar Special".
With the talk show host set to host and executive produce the new project, there will be no chatting. Instead, the one-hour special will feature Academy Award winners Julia Roberts, Nicole Kidman and Jamie Foxx doing one-on-one interviews with an Oscar-winning actor or actress they admire.
Nominees Announced for the 38th Annual NAACP Image Awards
January 10, 2007 11:01:15
Known as the pioneer in recognizing people of color in film, television, music, and literature, the American National Association for the Advancement of Colored People revealed yesterday, January 9, names and titles included in the nominations for this year's NAACP Image Awards.
Scoring most nods were both musical drama "Dreamgirls" and comedy series "Everybody Hates Chris" as each amazingly landed eight nominations, notably that in the category of Outstanding Motion Picture for the former and that of Outstanding Comedy Series for the latter.
The Best Dressed Men of 2006 According to Access Hollywood
December 18, 2006 10:12:55
In a new poll to find Hollywood's most elegant man, US news show Access Hollywood finds out that it is Brad Pitt who deserves the title.
The actor has been named the Best Dressed Man of 2006, beating Jamie Foxx who comes 2nd and Leonardo Dicaprio who is at 3rd.
Jamie Foxx Unveiled Plans to Hit the Road
December 16, 2006 12:12:55
No need to worry for Jamie Foxx has wrapped a special Christmas gift for you. It is a 19-city tour.
The Grammy nominated multi-platinum superstar has announced plans to embark on an end-of-the-year-into-2007 tour, beginning December 26th, 2006 at the San Diego Civic Theater in San Diego, CA and continuing on through February 2007.
The 34th American Music Awards Winners
November 22, 2006 01:11:48
Musicians from all genres celebrated the 34th annual American Music Awards on Tuesday Nov 21st. Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the awards show saw the winning of the Black Eyed Peas, who earned triple, mainly for the categories of Favorite Soul/R&B Band/Duo/Group, Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Band/Duo/Group, and Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Album thanks to their LP "Monkey Business".
Awards came in pairs for Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kelly Clarkson, Mary J. Blige and Rascal Flatts. The Red Hot Chili Peppers won the awards for Favorite Pop/Rock Band/Duo/Group and Favorite Alternative Artist. Clarkson nabbed trophies for Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist and Favorite Adult Contemporary Artist. Blige captured the awards for Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist and Favorite Soul/R&B Album for "The Breakthrough".
The 2006 American Music Awards Nominees
September 20, 2006 10:09:42
This year American Music Awards has been over-flown with many famous music figures. For more than a dozen artists vie for two and even three nominations. Among those lucky nominees, there is Red Hot Chili Peppers who leads the nominees with three, which are for Favorite Artist in the Alternative Music category, and Favorite Band, Duo or Group and Favorite Album for their chart-topping "Stadium Arcadium" in the Pop/Rock field.
Alongside the band, there's also Mariah Carey who is up for Favorite Female Artist in both the Pop/Rock and Soul/Rhythm & Blues categories, as well as Favorite Album in the latter category for "The Emancipation of Mimi". Additionally, Black Eyed Peas and Nickelback also get three nominations each, whereas the likes of Mary J. Blige, Eminem, Kanye West, Jamie Foxx, T.I., Rascal Flatts, The Pussycat Dolls, Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood, earn two nominations each.
The 2006 Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Award Winners
September 11, 2006 04:09:11
This year Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Awards, held Friday September 8th in Atlanta, saw the big winning of Mariah Carey who during the event nabbed five awards all at once. She among others won the category of Top R&B/Hip-Hop Artist, Top R&B/Hip-Hop Artist - Female, Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Artist, Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Artist, and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Album for her 2005 set "The Emancipation of Mimi".
Some other winners at the award show were Kanye West, who nabbed the Top Rap Album award for "Late Registration" and Hot Rap Track award for "Gold Digger". Meanwhile, Jamie Foxx brought home the Top Male R&B/Hip-Hop Artist prize, and Young Jeezy won Top New R&B/Hip-Hop Artist.
Jibbs and The Pussycat Dolls Rock the 2006 Fashion Rocks
September 08, 2006 08:09:08
Jibbs was one of the many performers took the stage at this year Fashion Rocks, held at the legendary Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
The newbie performs together with music act The Pussy Cat Dolls, taking on Snoop Dogg's featured role on the recorded version of their latest single, "Buttons".
Jennifer Garner Rushed to the Hospital After Collapsing
August 14, 2006 09:08:56
One more actress becomes the victim of the burning heat. Still remember the dehydration happened to Lindsay Lohan? Now it is Jennifer Garner who got collapsed in the arid Arizona desert.
The actress was there filming "The Kingdom," which also stars Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper and Jason Bateman when the dry heat caused her to pass out. Fortunately, she's okay now.
Jamie Foxx and Beyonce Knowles Grace the Cover of Fashion Rocks
August 03, 2006 10:08:13
Jamie Foxx and Beyonce Knowles are good in making movie and the cover of magazine. Besides becoming a good partner in the upcoming movie "Dreamgirls", the twosome also is suit one another on the cover of "Fashion Rocks", a new style/music magazine hitting stores Tuesday August 8th.
It is said that the newly established magazine is the work of the creative team behind Vogue magazine, including Editor in Chief Anna Wintour.
Carmen Electra Dating Jamie Foxx Is Just Not True
July 28, 2006 02:07:00
Wanna hear what Carmen Electra says concerning recent rumors claim she's dating Jamie Foxx? "That's just not true."
On the contrary to the report, the newly single claimed that on the same day she was said to hang out with Foxx, she in fact was home watching TV with Dave Navarro.
Carmen Electra Dating Jamie Foxx?
July 26, 2006 01:07:50
While Dave Navarro is busy denying recent reports mentioning he has had a new girlfriend shortly after splitting from Carmen Electra, the actress herself is busy with her new boy toy.
Rumors are abuzz that Carmen is dating Jamie Foxx as the twosome was spotted leaving a secret Gnarls Barkley show at the Big Apple's Element venue through the backdoor this week.
Jamie Foxx Wants More "Power"
July 15, 2006 10:07:52
He does have everything in his life. From acting career, fame, to popularity. Though so, Jamie Foxx still wants for more.
The actor and his managers, Jaime Rucker King and Marcus King, have signed on to produce and develop Universal's "The Power of Duff" with Marc Platt.
The 2006 BET Awards Winners
June 28, 2006 03:06:29
When some other artists nabbed only one award, the likes of Mary J. Blige, Kanye West, Jamie Foxx and Chris Brown were all double winners at the 6th annual BET Awards held Tuesday June 27th, 2006. As of J. Blige, the singer was honored with Female R&B Artist and Video of the Year awards.
Meanwhile, West and Foxx both shared the Duet/Collaboration and Video of the Year awards for their duet on "Gold Digger". Chris Brown, in companion, brought home New Artist award and Viewers' Choice honor thanks to his set of "Yo, Excuse Me Miss". The other award winners were T.I. who was chosen as Male Hip-Hop Artist, Missy Elliott who won the Female Hip-Hop Artist award and Prince who took home Male R&B Artist prize.
Hollywood Public Figures Being Honored Stars on Hollywood Walk of Fame
June 24, 2006 02:06:34
Diddy, rock disc jockey Rodney Bingenheimer and Barbara Walters are all among the many Hollywood public figures slated to be honored a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. As of this year recipients, they are all announced Friday June 23rd, 2006 by Walk of Fame committee chairman Johnny Grant.
The 23 recipients for 2007 also include the likes of Michael Caine, Matt Damon, Lauren Shuler Donner, Jamie Foxx, John Goodman, Michelle Pfeiffer, Robert Altman, Erik Estrada, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry Stiller, Dick Wolf, Mariah Carey, The Doors, Crystal Gayle and many more.
Jamie Foxx Is A Song Thief?!
June 22, 2006 01:06:21
A man noticed as Michael A. Johnson has filed a lawsuit against Jamie Foxx, alleging the actor/singer stole one of his songs. In his lawsuit, Johnson claims Foxx's song, "Heaven" off his "Unpredictable" album, is somewhat a rearranged version of his song, "One of God's Angels is AWOL."
The realization first came up as he watched "The Oprah Winfrey Show" upon which Johnson claims "The songs are so similar that if my song was released today people would think I copied Jamie's song." Further Johnson says he copyrighted the song in 2003 and sent out a mass mailing of several of his songs in 2004. Johnson claims J-Records and Sony Records were included in the mailing. Foxx's album, in fact, was released by J-Records in December 2005.
People Magazine "Hottest Bachelors" List
June 15, 2006 04:06:57
"American Idol" Taylor Hicks has surprisingly topped People magazine's "Hottest Bachelor" list and he also is looking for love. The newly born star tops People's list in the magazine's new issue, on newsstands Friday.
Though so, Taylor says he'd happily give up his bachelor days, insisting "There's been no time. Now, I wouldn't mind spending the rest of my life with the right woman." In somewhat a different case, Taylor also wants to find a woman he exchanged glances with on a recent airline flight. Of the mystery blonde, he says, "We waved and did a double-take look. It seemed like something out of a movie."
A Preview of "Dreamgirls" in Cannes
May 20, 2006 12:05:56
Hollywood notable figures, Jamie Foxx and Beyonce Knowles, both on hand to help show off scenes from the stage adaptation "Dreamgirls" in Cannes Film Festival on Friday May 19th, 2006.
The film director Bill Condon, who also was there attending the event, introduced about 20 minutes of footage to reporters and movie professionals, including rollicking musical numbers from the saga of a 1960s girl group that rises to superstardom.
The 2006 BET Awards Nominees
May 17, 2006 04:05:52
People listened carefully while the nominees for the 2006 BET Awards were announced Tuesday May 16th, 2006. Among the many names mentioned, there were the likes of Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott, Jamie Foxx and Busta Rhymes all of whom led the pack with four nominations each.
As for Rhymes he was nominated for the categories of Best Male Hip-Hop Artist, Best Duet/Collaboration and Video of the Year both for "Touch It (Remix)", and Viewers' Choice for "Touch It". Elsewhere, Missy Elliott vied for Best Female Hip-Hop Artist and Video of the Year for "Lose Control", and Jamie Foxx was nominated for Best Male R&B Artist and Best Actor among others.
Jason Bateman to Go Into "The Kingdom"
May 11, 2006 04:05:47
As for Jamie Foxx, Jennifer Garner, and Chris Cooper they have all signed on to star in the forthcoming drama thriller "The Kingdom". Meanwhile, Jason Bateman has just joined those already on-board cast.
"The Kingdom", which story revolves around a deadly bombing attack that targets Americans working in a Middle Eastern country, and the US government's counterterrorist response, will be directed by Peter Berg and is scheduled for a June start date.
Aguilera "Back to Basics" at MTV Movie Awards
May 09, 2006 10:05:02
Aside from Jessica Alba who is slated to host this year's MTV Movie Awards, as for Christina Aguilera she's set to sing at the event.
The singer reportedly will perform and debut music from her awaited new album, "Back to Basics". In companion with her, there will also punk rock band AFI who is about to perform songs from their new album, "Decemberunderground," slated for release June 6.
Jennifer Garner Enters "The Kingdom"
May 08, 2006 09:05:09
Jennifer Garner will probably join Jamie Foxx and Chris Cooper to enter "The Kingdom". The actress reportedly is in talks to star in the drama thriller film.
The story of the flick centers on Foxx's character, who is leading an elite team of counter-terrorism investigators trying to find those responsible for a deadly bombing attack on American workers the Middle East. Once inside the previously off-limits desert kingdom, the Americans engage a local police officer to help in their investigation but end up frustrated by bureaucracy and tradition, and find their lives threatened.
List of the 2006 Soul Train Winners
March 05, 2006 08:03:24
Earned two awards on Saturday March 4th, 2006 at the 20th Annual Soul Train Music Awards is John Legend who brings home the Best R&B/Soul Single, Male award for "Ordinary People" and Best R&B/Soul Album, Male award for "Get Lifted".
As for the queen of Pop, Mariah Carey, her coming back to music scene initially marks her attempt to repeat her success in the particular world. And after such hard work, the pop superstar successfully repeats the history. She picked two awards for the categories of Best R&B/Soul Single, Female for "We Belong Together" and Best R&B/Soul Album, Female for "The Emancipation of Mimi".
List of the 37th NAACP Image Awards Winners
February 27, 2006 10:02:43
Jamie Foxx hard work to embark on a new career in music industry finally is paid off as he gloriously wins the 37th NAACP Image Awards, named the Best Musical Artist. Accepted the prize at the event held in Los Angeles, he said "It's good to be surrounded by black folks. Black folks are music."
Still for music category, Chris Brown has been named New Artist, and Alicia Keys is named Female Artist. For Duo or Group it is Destiny's Child who brings the prize. Aside, for motion picture category, Oscar nominee "Crash" takes the Best Film award. Samuel L. Jackson wins the Best Actor award for "Coach Carter," while Kimberly Elise is the Best Actress for "Diary of a Mad Black Woman".
The 10 Albums on the Billboard 200
February 23, 2006 01:02:10
Who's the next chart-topper? It's R&B crooner Jaheim, whose third release "Ghetto Classics" steals the top spot on the Billboard 200, selling 152,000 copies. Meanwhile, last week's chart-topper, "Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies," by Jack Johnson and friends slips to 2nd position with 117,000 copies sold.
Barry Manilow's "The Greatest Songs of the Fifties" holds tight at No. 3 for a second week, sold another 116,000 copies. Mary J. Blige's "The Breakthrough" falls from No. 2 to No. 4 with 111,000 copies, followed behind by Andrea Bocelli's "Amore" which is sold 111,000 copies. Securing the 6th place is "High School Musical" soundtrack by various artists.
The Billboard Hot 100 Greatest Sales Gainer
February 17, 2006 01:02:15While the album chart is dominated by Jack Johnson's "Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies for the Film Curious George", the Billboard Hot 100 again is dominated by Beyonce Knowles. This is the fourth time in a row that the singer's single "Check On It" leads the list. In the meantime, James Blunt's "You're Beautiful" stays at No. 2, followed by Nelly's "Grillz" at No. 3.
Stick at No. 4 is Mary J. Blige's "Be Without You", ahead of T-Pain's "I'm Sprung" at 5th. Eminem's "Shake That" surprisingly rocketing from No. 9 to the 6th slot, seizes the place from Ne-Yo's "So Sick," which slips one place to No. 7. No. 8 to 10 in succession are Sean Paul's "Temperature", Chris Brown's "Yo (Excuse Me Miss)", and Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable".
Billboard 200's Top 10 Albums
February 16, 2006 10:02:51The Billboard 200 album chart in the week ended Sunday Feb 12, 2006 was dominated by Jack Johnson's "Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies for the Film Curious George" which soared to the top spot with 163,000 in sales. Mary J. Blige's "The Breakthrough" sold another 152,000 copies to hold at No. 2 while last week's No. 1, Barry Manilow's "The Greatest Songs of the Fifties," fell to No. 3.
Andrea Bocelli's "Amore" dropped to No. 4 followed close behind by Dem Franchize Boyz' "On Top of Our Game" at No. 5. While Il Divo's "Ancora" sticked at No. 6, Mariah Carey's "The Emancipation of Mimi" bounced from 14th to No. 7. Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway" was at No. 8, Eminem's "Curtain Call: The Hits" fell to No. 9, and closing the Top 10 was Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable."
Music Performers Landed Their Feet on Album Charts
February 10, 2006 10:02:59Barry Manilow has landed his feet on the album charts, having his new set "The Greatest Songs of the Fifties" debuts at No 1 on the Billboard 200 selling 156,000 copies for the week ended Sunday Feb 5th, 2006. Sitting on the runner up position is Mary J. Blige's "The Breakthrough," while Andrea Bocelli's "Amore" is at 3rd sold 113,000 copies.
Debut at 4th position is "Unpredictable" by Jamie Foxx, which slips one from last week's position. Meanwhile, R&B singer Heather Headley has her album "In My Mind" selling 95,000 copies to open at number five. Last week's chart topper, Il Divo's "Ancora" slips to No. 6 with 93,000 copies, followed behind by Eminem's "Curtain Call" at No. 7 and Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" at No. 8. James Blunt's "Back to Bedlam" and Train's "For Me, It's You" both are the 9th and 10th in a row.
Billboard 200's Top Ten Albums
February 02, 2006 12:02:27Finally the battle for top spot of Billboard 200 between Jamie Foxx and Mary J. Blige has ended as pop-opera group Il Divo sneaks in to take the honor on the chart by Wednesday, February 1 through "Ancora." With 156,000 copies sold for the week ended Sunday, January 29 as counted by Nielsen SoundScan, the record scored a significant note on the chart for its success marks the first time an album topped the Billboard 200 without a radio single since Radiohead's "Kid A" in 2000.
Securing the second rank, Josh Turner came in with his sophomore effort, "Your Man", followed by Foxx's "Unpredictable" on number 3 and Blige's "The Breakthrough" on number 4. Placed in order, the next 6 are "Lights and Sounds" by Yellowcard, "Now #1s" by various artists, "Some Hearts" by Carrie Underwood, "Curtain Call" by Eminem, "Testify" by P.O.D., and "High School Musical" by various artists.
Pop Chart Musical Chairs
January 26, 2006 01:01:23Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable" climbing back to No. 1 position on the US album charts Wednesday Jan 25th, sold another 97,000 copies, a mere 2,000 copies above Mary J. Blige's latest effort "The Breakthrough" which falls to No. 2 with 95,000 CDs sold.
Eminem's hits compilation "Curtain Call" ups one place to No. 3 with 74,000 units. Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" downs one to No. 4 with 73,000 units. At No. 5 is Johnny Cash's "The Legend of Johnny Cash" which rebounds five places from last week's position.
Jamie Foxx Added to the 78th Oscars Presenters
January 20, 2006 10:01:38Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx has been added to the long list of presenters of the 78th Academy Awards. Producer Gil Cates announced the star's involvement in the significant event Wednesday January 18th, 2006.
Academy Awards for Outstanding Film Achievements of 2005 will be presented on Sunday, March 5, 2006, at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland, and televised live by the ABC Television Network beginning at 5 p.m. PST.
The Top 10 Albums for the Week Ended Jan 15th
January 19, 2006 11:01:57In the week ended January 15th, the US album charts saw the return of R&B singer Mary J. Blige to its top position with her set "The Breakthrough" sold another 118,000 copies. And after sitting on the throne for two weeks, Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable" slipped to No. 2 with 103,000 copies.
"American Idol" winner Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" rose two places to No. 3 with 77,000 copies, whereas Eminem's "Curtain Call: The Hits" fell one to No. 4 with 76,000 copies. Seated at the 5th rank was the Notorious B.I.G.'s posthumous "Duets: The Final Chapter" which was sold another 52,000 copies.
Top 10 Albums Lead Pop Charts
January 13, 2006 11:01:03No joke, Jamie Foxx surprisingly secures the very top position of the album charts with his sophomore effort, "Unpredictable," sold another 131,000 copies for the week ended Sunday. This is the second time the star leads the US album charts, beats Mary J. Blige to second with her album "The Breakthrough" sold 118,000 copies.
Following them is Eminem, whose "Curtain Call" wins the 3rd place sold more than 100,000 copies. The Strokes sold just 88,000 copies of their third album "First Impressions of Earth" to be at No. 4, just one place ahead of Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" at 5th for the third week in a row, with 81,000 copies. Mariah Carey's "The Emancipation of Mimi," meanwhile, ups two places to No. 6 with 78,000.
Billboard Hot 100's Top 10
January 06, 2006 11:01:06The Billboard Hot 100 has a new champion. It's rap group D4L whose single "Laffy Taffy" successfully ups three places, seizing the No. 1 spot on the charts from Mariah Carey's "Don't Forget About Us," which after two-week on the top spot downs to No. 7.
The second best on the charts is Chris Brown's "Run It!" and the No. 3 is Nickelback's "Photograph." In the meantime, Kanye West's "Gold Digger" featuring Jamie Foxx rebounds four places to No. 4, whereas Nelly's "Grillz" drops two to No. 5.
The U.S. Pop Album Charts
January 05, 2006 01:01:39Just like the title of his album "Unpredictable," Jamie Foxx unpredictably takes the place of Mary J. Blige on the US album charts to be in the first position with his set sold 200,000 copies in the week ended January 1. Meanwhile, Blige falls to No. 2 with her "Breakthrough" sold 193,000 copies in its second week.
Eminem's first-ever hits compilation, "Curtain Call," on the other hand ups one place to No. 3 with 186,000 units, ahead of Notorious B.I.G.'s "Duets: The Final Chapter" which downs one place to No. 4 at 150,000 units. In the meantime, American Idol winner Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" clings at No. 5 with 135,000 units.
Billboard 200 Top 10 Entries
December 29, 2005 09:12:42Hip-hop soul queen Mary J. Blige scores great success with "The Breakthrough." The new set of her successfully holds strong on the top position of the Billboard 200, selling 727,000 copies for the week ended Sunday, to lead the Christmas album chart. Meanwhile, Oscar-winning Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable" only secures the 2nd rank selling nearly 598,000 copies.
No. 3 is "Duets: The Final Chapter" by late rapper Notorious B.I.G. sold nearly 438,000 copies, followed by Eminem's "Curtain Call" at No. 4 with 430,000 copies. American Idol champ Carrie Underwood wins the 5th place with her "Some Hearts" sold 400,000 copies, ahead of Mariah Carey's "the Emancipation of Mimi" at 6th with 191,000 in sales.
Jamie Foxx Heading for "Unpredictable" Success
December 20, 2005 02:12:29As the world goes round, actor Jamie Foxx keeps sharpening his singing skills while also is still maintaining his acting career. Gaining success through his collaboration with Kanye West on "Gold Digger," Foxx is now looking for success in music industry on his own.
As an attempt to achieve the success he dreamt of, Foxx is releasing his debut album, entitled "Unpredictable," Tuesday Dec 20. Released under J Records, the set features cameo appearances from West, Mary J. Blige, Ludacris and other musicians.
The Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart Holders
December 16, 2005 10:12:34The Billboard Hot 100 singles chart again is topped by rookie R&B singer Chris Brown, whose track "Run It!" holds firm at No. 1 for a fifth straight week. Followed behind at No. 2 is Mariah Carey's "Don't Forget About Us" which jumps five places from number seven.
D4L's "Laffy Taffy" falls one slot to No. 3 on the Hot 100 this week, while Nelly's "Grillz" featuring Paul Wall ups seven places to No. 4. Nickelback's "Photograph" downs to No. 5, followed by Kanye West's "Gold Digger" featuring Jamie Foxx at No. 6.
Foxx Attached to Star in "Blood on the Leaves"
December 15, 2005 03:12:22"Blood on the Leaves," the adaptation of Jeff Stetson's novel of the same name is on board. In the meantime, actor Jamie Foxx has been tapped to star in for Paramount Pictures.
Stetson is in hand to adapt his own work, while Foxx's production company will produce.
Foxx Surprisingly Outs "Unpredictable" CD
December 13, 2005 09:12:00Jamie Foxx is getting more serious about his music career. The star seemingly intends to be a famous singer besides only becoming a famous actor. Apparently, he is ready to release his new CD entitled "Unpredictable" on December 20.
Looking at its title, songwriter/producer Sean Garrett promises a surprising album saying "People will recognize that they should take him seriously as an artist. His heart is in it. He really wants this." The 15-song project teams Foxx with a number of R&B and rap heavyweights, among them Twista, Snoop Dogg, Kanye West, Common, The Game, Ludacris and Mary J. Blige.
Jamie Foxx Gets Access to Enter the Kingdom
December 02, 2005 01:12:36The gate to "The Kingdom" opens widely makes it easy for Jamie Foxx to enter the territory. Thus you will next see him star in the drama thriller which is about to start shooting May next year.
The film actually is based on the idea of Peter Berg, who is set to direct, and Michael Mann, who will serve as a producer. As of the story, "The Kingdom" centers on Foxx's character, who is leading an elite team of counter-terrorism investigators trying to find those responsible for a deadly bombing attack on American workers the Middle East. Once inside the previously off-limits desert kingdom, the Americans engage a local police officer to help in their investigation but end up frustrated by bureaucracy and tradition, and find their lives threatened.
Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart Champions
November 18, 2005 04:11:44The "Gold Digger" won't rule the chart any longer. Its singer, Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx, lose their reign to R&B rookie Chris Brown, whose single "Run It!" finally ends West's 10-week run at the top of the US singles chart after spending four consecutive weeks at number two. "Run It!" then marks the November 17th with victory, turns down "Gold Digger" to the second position.
The Black Eyed Peas' "My Humps" remains at No. 3, so does Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon which holds steady at No. 4. Also in the same position as they did last week is Nickelback's "Photograph" at No. 5 and Sean Paul's "We Be Burnin"' at No. 6.
Stars Included in People's Choice Nominations
November 12, 2005 01:11:47Angelina Jolie's name is one of the names listed as the nominees of People's Choice for the 32nd annual People's Choice Awards. Her name is there alongside Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, all of whom up for Female Movie Star category. Meanwhile, her beau Brad Pitt is up for the Leading Man category to compete with Jamie Foxx and Adam Sandler.
Up for Male Movie Star category is Nicolas Cage, Johnny Depp, and Samuel L. Jackson. Cameron Diaz, Reese Witherspoon, and Renee Zellweger are all the nominees for Leading Lady category. As of Jennifer Garner, Jolie, and Catherine Zeta-Jones they manage to win the Female Action Star category. Those mentioned are only some of the many other nominees included in the list.
Gold Digger No. 1 for 10 Weeks
November 11, 2005 01:11:25The "Gold Digger" finds the precious gem on top of the chart. The single which rapper Kanye West does with fellow Jamie Foxx gloriously tops the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart Thursday for the 10th consecutive weeks to become the second-longest No. 1 of 2005 after Mariah Carey's "We Belong Together," which held the top spot for 14 weeks non-consecutively. What an achievement.
Chris Brown's "Run It!" scores another week at No. 2, while Black Eyed Peas' "My Humps" holds onto the No. 3. In the meantime, Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon remains at No. 4, followed behind by Nickelback's "Photograph" at No. 5 and Sean Paul's "We Be Burnin'" at 6th. Songs in Hot 100 positions 7 to 10 among others; Kelly Clarkson's "Because of You" at No. 7, T-Pain's "I'm Sprung" is No. 8, Carey's "Shake It Off" stays at No. 9, and Fall Out Boy's "Sugar, We're Goin' Down" at No. 10.
Foxx Aims to Land Punch on Tyson
November 05, 2005 12:11:35TV and press interviews are likely to be the effective punch to get another biopic idea off the ground, so Jamie Foxx probably has thought. Revealed his intention to portray notorious boxer Mike Tyson, the Oscar winner hopes that his goal will be accomplished by talking frequently to the media about a film focusing on the life of this sensational fighter. "I think the Mike Tyson story is the most interesting thing," he told Moviehole.net. "Nobody knows the stuff that I know, the stuff that I found out. It would blow your mind."
Kanye's "Gold Digger" Still No. 1 Single
October 29, 2005 11:10:18Again, it is Kanye West that tops the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. This is the eight consecutive weeks that his "Gold Digger" featuring Jamie Foxx tops the chart. The second best for this week is R&B singer Chris Brown's "Run It!" while the Black Eyed Peas' "My Humps" ups one place to No. 3, switch places with Canadian rockers Nickelback's "Photograph" at No. 4.
Elsewhere, Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon ups two places to No. 5, ahead of "Like You" by Bow Wow featuring Ciara at No. 6. Drops two places to No. 7 is Mariah Carey's "Shake It Off," followed behind by Kelly Clarkson's "Because Of You" at No. 8 and "Wake Me Up When September Ends" by Green Day at No. 9. Finishing the Top 10 is Sean Paul's "We Be Burnin"' which bounces three places from No. 13.
Danny Glover Joining Dreamgirls
October 29, 2005 10:10:36"Dreamgirls" is on everybody's mind. It isn't surprising coz they're so charming. The musical drama feature becoming even more interesting as it is supported by notable artists, like Beyonce Knowles, Jamie Foxx, and Eddie Murphy. Besides them, there is also one more additional cast. It's Danny Glover.
In the movie, Beyonce is set to play Deena Jones, one of the Dreamettes, while Foxx has been cast as Svengali-like manager Curtis Taylor Jr. Glover, in addition, will play Murphy's manager, Marty Madison, whereas Murphy is about to play womanizing R&B star James "Thunder" Early.
Start Shooting; Miami Vice
October 27, 2005 01:10:44Action drama flick "Miami Vice," based on the 1980s small-screen hit for NBC, starts shooting. The film, stars Colin Farrell as Det. James "Sonny" Crockett and Jamie Foxx as Det. Ricardo Tubbs, follows the two characters face a transnational criminal enterprise whose leader and chief financial officer is of Chinese/Cuban origin, played by Gong Li.
"Miami Vice" was filming on the third floor of the Plaza Maria de Toledo hotel in Santo Domingo's colonial district Monday night when the shooting took place. The original version was created by Anthony Yerkovich and executive produced by Michael Mann. It starred Don Johnson as Crockett and Philip Michael Thomas as Tubbs.
MTV Films & Paramount Pictures Signed Foxx
October 26, 2005 02:10:32Multitalented star Jamie Foxx has inked a deal with MTV Films and Paramount Pictures. The two-year, first-look production deal would have the actor appears in some of the projects. Jaime Rucker King and Marcus King, Foxx's producing partners, also are on board.
Speaking on the deal, MTV Films executive VP David Gale revealed his willingness to make comedies with Foxx, while praised him saying "Jamie is one of the rare actors who can transcend genres."
Kanye Tops Billboard Hot 100 for 7th Times
October 21, 2005 03:10:49It's been weeks but the "Gold Digger" isn't tired yet, keep mining another week on top. That of rapper Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx is in the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for the fifth straight frame. The second best of this week is Chris Brown's "Run It!" followed in succession by Nickelback's "Photograph" at No. 3 and Black Eyed Peas' "My Humps" at No. 4.
Mariah Carey's "Shake It Off" to follow falls from No. 3 to No. 5, ahead of Bow Wow's "Like You" featuring Ciara at No. 6. Securing the 7th position is still Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon, while Green Day's "Wake Me Up When September Ends" falls from No. 6 to No. 8. Finishing this weekend's Top 10 is Kelly Clarkson's "Because of You" at No. 9 and Fall Out Boy's "Sugar, We're Goin' Down" at No. 10.
Kanye Keeps Digging the Chart
October 14, 2005 02:10:17He's just too strong to be beaten by any other musicians whose singles also on the chart. Albeit many new comers entering the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart, the rapper keeps digging the first place. Kanye West's "Gold Digger" featuring Jamie Foxx still the No. 1 on the chart for a sixth week Thursday. Meanwhile, Nickelback's "Photograph" ups just one to No. 2, switching place with Mariah Carey whose "Shake It Off" downs one to No. 3.
Secures the 4th place is Black Eyed Peas' "My Humps," followed by "Like You" by Bow Wow featuring Ciara at No. 5 and Green Day's "Wake Me Up When September Ends" at No. 6. Rounding out this weekend Top 10 is Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon at No. 7, ahead of Chris Brown's "Run It!" jumps three to No. 8. Kelly Clarkson is at 9th with "Because of You" and David Banner's "Play" holds the No. 10 spot on the Hot 100.
Foxx Back for "Dreamgirls"
October 12, 2005 09:10:14People change you know. It's time that makes them change. But not with Jamie Foxx. It's famous names like Beyonce Knowles and Eddie Murphy that make him change. The Hollywood actor who previously priced himself out of the market to star in the upcoming film "Dreamgirls" has now made a comeback negotiation.
Foxx willingly offered producers of "Dreamgirls" to slash his salary to take part. He says "The first time, it was just me in the movie - no Eddie Murphy, no Beyonce. Then I hear Eddie's doing it, and I'm like, 'Hey, pay me a dollar.' I hear Beyonce's doing it, 'Pay me a quarter.' I just wanted to be part of that. At the end of the day, who cares, man? It's Eddie Murphy; he's my hero. If Dreamgirls works out as I think it will, it will be the greatest thing in the world, a real event. Maybe you won't get $15 million, maybe you get $3 million, maybe $2 million... (but) you are getting more than a paycheck."
The "Gold Digger" Still Ruling
October 07, 2005 02:10:08It's been five week, but the "Gold Digger" still ruling. The single of Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx again stays on top of Hot 100 singles chart Thursday. As strong as the rapper is pop diva Mariah Carey, whose "Shake It Off" sits at No. 2 of the chart for a sixth. Just behind is Canadian rock band Nickelback's "Photograph" ups one place to No. 3.
"Like You" by Bow Wow drops one place to No. 4, ahead of "My Humps" by the Black Eyed Peas which remains at No. 5. Green Day's "Wake Me Up When September Ends" and David Banner's "Play" each ups one to No. 6 and 7 respectively. In time, Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon rising eight places to No. 8. At no. 9 is Carey's former chart-topper "We Belong Together," followed behind by Fall Out Boy's "Sugar, We're Goin' Down" at No. 10.
The Golden Foxx on Charts
August 20, 2005 10:08:32Once trying to sing, Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx reaps success as Kanye West's "Gold Digger," which he featured in, jumped three places to No. 3 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart in the week ended August 14. Meanwhile, his "Extravaganza" with West featured in, was at No. 77 on the same chart. Be the first still pop diva Mariah Carey. Congrats Foxx and keep on fire.
Roberts on People's Most Beautiful List
April 28, 2005 09:04:35
Having twins has made the life of actress Julia Roberts even more complete and she's happy with that. Appeared to be true, since giving birth to the twins, the actress looks more beautiful than any woman at her age. It's not surprising then that she has been listed on People's annual "50 Most Beautiful People" list, becoming her ninth record on the poll. Also making the list are Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Aniston, Oprah Winfrey, singer Lindsay Lohan and actor Jamie Foxx.
Besides, there are also actress Hilary Swank, "Desperate Housewives" star Eva Longoria, TV star Mischa Barton, soccer star David Beckham, tennis player Maria Sharapova, and basketball player Dwyane Wade. Couples on the list are singer Seal and model Heidi Klum, as well as Spanish actress Penelope Cruz and current boyfriend Matthew McConaughey, and Jude Law and Sienna Miller.
Foxx Makes Time's Most Influential People
April 19, 2005 09:04:36Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx has been listed on Time magazine's most influential people along with president George W. Bush and lifestyle guru Martha Stewart. Explaining the poll, the magazine's editors said that the list has included rappers, designers, world leaders and a tsunami survivor, all of whom have shaped the world in some way. Moreover, those listed in the poll are they profiled by people who have themselves been in the spotlight. Listed also in the poll are talk show host Oprah Winfrey, Oscar-winning actress Hilary Swank and rap star Jay-Z.
Foxx's First "11 Years" Album
April 06, 2005 10:04:29Has been working on his first album for 11 years, Oscar-winner Jamie Foxx is now set to release it. For his album project Foxx reportedly will collaborate with 50 Cent, Kanye West, Snoop Dogg, Slash, and former Creed rocker Scott Stapp.
Asked about the album, Foxx refused to reveal further, rather he claimed one of its tracks namely "Sexy" as extra special. He says, "I got a national anthem on my album called "Sexy." That's for the ladies who are trying to do the plastic surgery and all that. You don't need that, just be sexy."
Foxx the Best Actor Winner
March 01, 2005 11:03:04Jamie Foxx won the best-actor Oscar at the 77th Annual Academy Awards for the title role in "Ray," in which he portrays an uncanny emulation of beloved singer Ray Charles. He may feel proud with the victory, for which he definitely defeats any other promising nominess which include Leonardo DiCaprio, Johnny Depp and Clint Eastwood.
Moreover, Foxx's triumph has made it only the second time in Oscar history that blacks won two of the four acting honors after Morgan Freeman's supporting-actor win for "Million Dollar Baby."
Foxx Wants His Sex Photos Back
January 18, 2005 10:01:55Insisted in claiming that he had legally taken Foxx photos sexual engagement activity from a dumpster near his house, Mark Filthian sued Jamie Foxx for becoming his hiring men abuse.
Filthian said that Foxx hiring men had beaten him with "fist and furnitures" to forcefully get Foxx "stolen" photos back.
