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Famous as :
R&B singer, actorBirth Name :
Tyrese Darnell GibsonBirth Date :
December 30, 1978Birth Place :
Watts Quarters, Los Angeles, USAClaim to fame :
As Roman Pearce in "2 Fast 2 Furious" (2003)
Tyrese Gibson Shares Bits of 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'
December 20, 2008 02:12:12Tyrese Gibson has opened up about "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen". When asked by Movie Web about his Sgt. Epps character in the "Transformers" sequel, he confessed that his character has got an upgrade. "Yes, my character has been upgraded to Master Sergeant Epps. I am the top dog in the air force. I am a master sergeant. I am bringing on way more air strikes," he claimed.
"Michael Bay really beefed up my presence in this sequel. I was really happy about that," the 29-year-old shared his excitement. "Just being on the set with all of my cast members really made me feel like we'd created a family union. I think we created something that is really special. The fans out there really showed up and made us feel appreciated for what we did. It felt good to be working on something that the world is waiting to see."
On-the-Set Videos of 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'
September 25, 2008 10:09:41On Tuesday, September 23, Entertainment Tonight and The Insider have aired an exclusive look at "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" and now the on-the-set videos have come out. Presenting fans with many of the sequel's behind the scene footages while the cast and crew are filming at Holloman Air Force Base and White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico, the video let out some of the actions as well as the explosions on the set.
The videos which have been combined in one YouTube player below also display the interviews with several of the main cast, Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel and Tyrese Gibson, as well as with the director of this action fantasy film himself, Michael Bay. In the footage, it can be seen that LaBeouf gives out his comment about this forthcoming film to ET's Mark Steines saying, "I would say this is the craziest action I've ever been a part of. Just pound-to-pound footage of the stuff we've seen back - the content is massive!"
Former Model Tyrese Gibson Up for Mr.T's Role in 'A-Team'
May 15, 2008 04:05:44The former model turned actor Tyrese Gibson may be getting a role of a lifetime for his next feature film project. Recently, the 29-year-old revealed that he is eyeing to land an iconic character made famous by Mr. T back in the '80s. That means that the "Transformers" actor may portray the tough B.A. Baracus in the future "The A-Team" movie.
Talking to CHUD, the actor confessed that nothing is certain yet. The script of the John Singleton-directed movie is still under work and the decision of him joining the project still depends on his schedule. Despite the uncertainty, the co-star of Paul Walker and Eva Mendes in "2 Fast 2 Furious" expressed his excitement stating that he is ready to bring the character to the 21st Century which means B.A. could lose his gold jewelries and as for B.A.'s signature mohawk, he is still putting it for speculations.
Death Race Cast Growing
July 31, 2007 09:07:23
Giving an update on the casting of "Death Race", director Paul W.S. Anderson has openly revealed to IGN Movies at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con that Tyrese Gibson and Joan Allen have both joined Jason Statham as the cast members of the flick.
"Jason Statham's playing Frankenstein and Machine Gun Joe's played by Tyrese Gibson. And Joan Allen is the big villain baddie of the movie, which I'm very excited about," the British filmmaker informed. "She's gonna kick Statham's ass!"
"Transformers" Premiere Shines
June 29, 2007 05:06:22
Westwood Village in Los Angeles, California sure became the center of attention on Wednesday, June 27 as flocks of celebrity figures merrily gathered together to attend the L.A. premiere of the highly-anticipated action flick "Transformers", screened as part of this year's Los Angeles Film Festival.
Spotted walking down the blue carpet were the flick's starry cast members like Shia LaBeouf, Josh Duhamel, Rachael Taylor, and Tyrese Gibson who cheerfully did his own version of the original series' theme song. Other well-known names coming included rapper Busta Rhymes, Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington, Dane Cook, and A.J. McLean of Backstreet Boys.
Tyrese Gibson Set the Record Straight on Engagement and Baby Shower
June 26, 2007 11:06:09
There he goes. After the many false publication concerning his love life, Tyrese Gibson steps up with confirmation concerning the much-talked engagement and baby shower.
On the engagement, the R&B singer put to rest rumors he's engaged to singer Brandy, officially confirmed that he indeed is engaged to his girlfriend, Norma. "There's no truth to the rumors Tyrese proposed to Brandy; he actually asked his girlfriend to marry him," a representative for Brandy confirmed in a statement.
The "Transformers" to Rock June L.A. Film Festival
May 31, 2007 01:05:59
While director Michael Bay's upcoming "Transformers" won't be opening in theaters worldwide until July 4th, it will first of all get an LA Film Fest treatment. The action adventure and science fiction film will hold its Los Angeles premiere at the Los Angeles Film Festival on June 27th.
The DreamWorks/Paramount release will screen simultaneously at The Landmark Regent, the Mann National, the Mann Bruin and the Mann Village, where the main premiere will take place. There will be 4,000 seats available for the film's stars and public.
Tyrese Forms Super Group "TGT" with Genuwine & Tank
May 24, 2007 04:05:20
While many once-great R&B groups has come ill fated, Tyrese Gibson keeps his spirit high by forming a group with buddies Ginuwine and Tank. Not taking too much trouble naming the group the trio simply employ TGT, an abbreviation of Tyrese-Ginuwine-Tank.
"Imagine us putting all three of our worlds together for the ultimate R&B fan experience," Tyrese said during a phone interview. "Me, Tank and Ginuwine been talking about this forever. The reason why this makes sense is that besides all of us being R&B singers, we're all good friends. In this industry, you can't have a real conversation with a lot of people. It almost feels like you're having a conversation with somebody famous, instead of having a real conversation. Every time I see Tank, every time I see Ginuwine, we all had good energy regardless."
In Touch Weekly Named Orlando Bloom "Sexiest Guy of Summer 2007"
May 18, 2007 12:05:18
Among his many fellow male celebrities, Orlando Bloom is the best in case of body shape. The actor has been voted the 1st in the poll conducted by In Touch Weekly on the Sexiest Guy of Summer 2007.
On why he's chosen the 1st is because he's a hunk who has admitted he's keen to settle down after splitting from actress girlfriend Kate Bosworth September last year.
The 2007 MTV Movie Awards Early Presenters Unveiled
May 09, 2007 04:05:49
Lining up big names in the list, MTV: Music Television has unveiled the early lineup of presenters for its upcoming MTV Movie Awards, set to air live on June 3, 2007 at 8:00pm/7c from the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, California.
For male celebrities, the network has listed diverse names of Samuel L. Jackson, Josh Duhamel, Seth Rogen, Shia LaBeouf, Michael Chiklis, John Travolta, Zac Efron, Tyrese Gibson, Chris Evans, and Ioan Gruffudd. On the other hand, it only submitted three names of Jessica Alba, Amanda Bynes, and Katherine Heigl for the female side so far.
Tyrese Gibson Is in Good "Condition"
April 26, 2007 11:04:37
Keen to make progress on his HQ Pictures shingle, Tyrese Gibson is about to produce an action-thriller zombie movie entitled "Condition Dead" which is intended to be a no-holds barred zombie film in the vein of James Cameron's "Aliens."
Written by Dave Davis, the picture concerns on an elite team of government-subsidized zombie-hunters who are mysteriously ambushed by a viscous new breed of zombie. Genre veteran Patrick Lussier is attached to direct with Clint Morris and Rock Shaink both accompanying Gibson in taking care producing matters.
Mario, Back to Singing Mode
April 14, 2007 01:04:22
Mario has set back his singing persona by preparing third studio album titled "GO". The album that is due July 17 via J-Records, presents the work from noted producers such as Timbaland, The Neptunes, Scott Storch and Akon.
"I worked with a lot of different people. And you got to talk with the writers and producers and really be in front of it and really give your perspective on things," he said. "That's the best way to go - be involved and creatively help to come up with certain situations that cater to who you are."
Tyrese Gibson Determines to Keep Black Ty in Next Album
March 16, 2007 09:03:31
After reviving his rap persona in album "Alter Ego", Tyrese Gibson has become addicted to it and wants to do it again in the next album. In fact, as an MC he has gained quite a reputation from both fans and fellow musicians, therefore he makes sure that the rap counter part (Black Ty) will always be present.
Gibson is initially known for his R&B style before he met a new challenge that he was willing to take on. Describing the rap experience as one thing that has no comparison to singing, he believes that this part is growing. "All I can do now is come with lyrics and concepts and whatever comes to me from here on out. Black Ty is here, I ain't going nowhere," he said.
Cameron Diaz Spotted Kissing Tyrese Gibson
March 07, 2007 02:03:31
She's been into one arm to another. Cameron Diaz has been linked to numbers of famous males following her split from longtime boyfriend Justin Timberlake in January.
After persistent rumors on her being romantically linked to professional surfer Kelly Slater and "Blood Diamond" actor Djimon Hounsou, Cameron was spotted making out with rapper-turned-actor Tyrese Gibson.
Possible Cast Lined Up for "Magnum P.I."
January 18, 2007 02:01:08
Sure it has been a while since moviegoers last heard about the development of "Magnum P.I." and now here comes an interesting tidbit on the movie dealing with the cast list.
According to Teletext UK, the writer and director for the flick, Rawson Marshall Thurber, has enlisted Matthew McConaughey as his top choice to play the title character with Steve Zahn, William H. Macy, and Tyrese Gibson rounding out the supporting cast to play Rick, T.C., and Higgins, respectively.
Tyrese Gibson Is Being Investigated for Punching Pregnant Girlfriend
January 05, 2007 10:01:57
Trouble has found Tyrese Gibson. The R&B singer and actor is being investigated by Los Angeles police after being accused of punching his pregnant girlfriend twice on Thursday Jan 4th.
Police report mentioned that Gibson was involved in an early morning domestic dispute with his live-in girlfriend, who is three months pregnant. The unnamed woman said he hit her in the leg and arm and then drove away from the scene. The woman was the taken by paramedics to a nearby hospital and released, but showed no signs of visible injuries.
