Lynda Gravátt, a mainstay of the New York stage, a seminal figure in the Washington D.C. theater community and a familiar presence on television through appearances in the Law & Order franchise shows, The Good Wife and the 1999 Showtime series The Hoop Life, died February 23 at a hospital in New Jersey. She was 77.
Her death was confirmed by the National Black Theatre. A cause has not been disclosed.
Born in Harlem May 24, 1946 (some reports indicate 1947), Gravátt made her Broadway debut at age 4 in The King and I, and would subsequently appear as a child performer and singer on local TV shows and in concerts.
A graduate of Howard University, Gravátt resumed her acting career as a founding member of the Living Stage, a company at Washington D.C.’s Arena Stage devoted to theater works promoting social justice.
Returning to New York City, Gravátt became a staple of the Off Broadway scene,...
Her death was confirmed by the National Black Theatre. A cause has not been disclosed.
Born in Harlem May 24, 1946 (some reports indicate 1947), Gravátt made her Broadway debut at age 4 in The King and I, and would subsequently appear as a child performer and singer on local TV shows and in concerts.
A graduate of Howard University, Gravátt resumed her acting career as a founding member of the Living Stage, a company at Washington D.C.’s Arena Stage devoted to theater works promoting social justice.
Returning to New York City, Gravátt became a staple of the Off Broadway scene,...
- 2/27/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Wonder Woman was portrayed by iconic actor Linda Carter in the 1970s. But before Carter officially secured the role, David Bowie’s ex-wife claimed that she tried out for the part. According to her, the experience was so unpleasant that it was a reminder of everything she hated about Hollywood.
Which one of David Bowie’s ex-wives auditioned for ‘Wonder Woman’ ? Angie Bowie and David Bowie | Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images
David Bowie’s first wife, Angie, had the opportunity to portray the iconic superhero back in the 1970s. In Bowie’s version of events, even though she was asked to audition for the character, the project’s producers didn’t plan on hiring her. Bowie’s Wonder Woman rehearsal was just a means to an end.
“I tried out but it was already given to Lynda Carter; the agent was one of the producers and Lynda was his girlfriend.
Which one of David Bowie’s ex-wives auditioned for ‘Wonder Woman’ ? Angie Bowie and David Bowie | Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images
David Bowie’s first wife, Angie, had the opportunity to portray the iconic superhero back in the 1970s. In Bowie’s version of events, even though she was asked to audition for the character, the project’s producers didn’t plan on hiring her. Bowie’s Wonder Woman rehearsal was just a means to an end.
“I tried out but it was already given to Lynda Carter; the agent was one of the producers and Lynda was his girlfriend.
- 1/5/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Women's Media Center hosted their 2023 Women’S Media Awards on October 19th at the Whitby Hotel in New York City.
Mariska Hargitay, Fredricka Whitfield, Koritha Mitchell, Emily Ladau, Karen Lincoln Michel and Akila Radhakrishnan.
Credit/Copyright: John Lamparski/Getty
The Wmc Awards were presented to outstanding leaders and champions for women in media. This year’s Wmc 2023 Women’s Media Awards honorees were:
Mariska Hargitay, Fredricka Whitfield, Karen Lincoln Michel, Emily Ladau, Koritha Mitchell, and Akila Radhakrishnan.
Women’S Media Center Co-Founders Jane Fonda and Robin Morgan, and Wmc President & CEO Julie Burton appeared at the gala. Wmc Board Chair Janet Dewart Bell, Wmc Board Vice Chair Erica González Martínez, former Wmc President Carol Jenkins, and Wmc Board member Rebecca Adamson also made appearances at the gala.
The Women’S Media Center 2023 Women’s Media Award Honorees were:
· Mariska Hargitay, Emmy-winning actor, director, producer, activist, Founder & President of the Joyful Heart Foundation,...
Mariska Hargitay, Fredricka Whitfield, Koritha Mitchell, Emily Ladau, Karen Lincoln Michel and Akila Radhakrishnan.
Credit/Copyright: John Lamparski/Getty
The Wmc Awards were presented to outstanding leaders and champions for women in media. This year’s Wmc 2023 Women’s Media Awards honorees were:
Mariska Hargitay, Fredricka Whitfield, Karen Lincoln Michel, Emily Ladau, Koritha Mitchell, and Akila Radhakrishnan.
Women’S Media Center Co-Founders Jane Fonda and Robin Morgan, and Wmc President & CEO Julie Burton appeared at the gala. Wmc Board Chair Janet Dewart Bell, Wmc Board Vice Chair Erica González Martínez, former Wmc President Carol Jenkins, and Wmc Board member Rebecca Adamson also made appearances at the gala.
The Women’S Media Center 2023 Women’s Media Award Honorees were:
· Mariska Hargitay, Emmy-winning actor, director, producer, activist, Founder & President of the Joyful Heart Foundation,...
- 10/27/2023
- Look to the Stars
Jane Fonda, Robin Morgan, and Gloria Steinem — the Co-Founders of The Women’S Media Center — have announced the honorees for the 2023 Women’s Media Awards, to be held on Thursday, October 19th, at the Whitby Hotel in New York City.
The Women’S Media Center 2023 Women’s Media Award Honorees are:
Mariska Hargitay, Emmy-winning actor, director, producer, activist, Founder & President of the Joyful Heart Foundation, will be honored with the Wmc Sisterhood is Powerful Award. Fredricka Whitfield, CNN News anchor, will be honored with the Wmc Pat Mitchell Lifetime Achievement Award. Karen Lincoln Michel, President of Ict, formerly Indian Country Today, and President and CEO of IndiJ Public Media, will be honored with the Wmc Carol Jenkins Award. Emily Ladau, Disability Rights Activist, author of Demystifying Disability, will be honored with the Wmc Progressive Women’s Voices Impact Award. Koritha Mitchell, award-winning author, cultural critic, literary historian, professor of English, will...
The Women’S Media Center 2023 Women’s Media Award Honorees are:
Mariska Hargitay, Emmy-winning actor, director, producer, activist, Founder & President of the Joyful Heart Foundation, will be honored with the Wmc Sisterhood is Powerful Award. Fredricka Whitfield, CNN News anchor, will be honored with the Wmc Pat Mitchell Lifetime Achievement Award. Karen Lincoln Michel, President of Ict, formerly Indian Country Today, and President and CEO of IndiJ Public Media, will be honored with the Wmc Carol Jenkins Award. Emily Ladau, Disability Rights Activist, author of Demystifying Disability, will be honored with the Wmc Progressive Women’s Voices Impact Award. Koritha Mitchell, award-winning author, cultural critic, literary historian, professor of English, will...
- 9/5/2023
- Look to the Stars
Killer Collectibles highlights five of the most exciting new horror products announced each and every week, from toys and apparel to artwork, records, and much more.
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
Halloween Action Figures from Fright-Rags
Fright-Rags has released three new Halloween retro-style action figures: Dr. Loomis (with removable coat), Sheriff Brackett (with pistol and flashlight), and Annie (with school books). They join the previously released Michael Myers, Laurie, and Lynda, which back in stock.
Sculpted by Plastic Meatball, each toy stands 3.75″ tall and has five points of articulation. They’re packaged on backer cards with art by Justin Osbourn. Priced at $20, they’re expected to ship in July.
City of the Living Dead 4K Uhd from Cauldron Films
City of the Living Dead will be released on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray on August 15 via Cauldron Films. It has been restored in 4K with Dolby...
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
Halloween Action Figures from Fright-Rags
Fright-Rags has released three new Halloween retro-style action figures: Dr. Loomis (with removable coat), Sheriff Brackett (with pistol and flashlight), and Annie (with school books). They join the previously released Michael Myers, Laurie, and Lynda, which back in stock.
Sculpted by Plastic Meatball, each toy stands 3.75″ tall and has five points of articulation. They’re packaged on backer cards with art by Justin Osbourn. Priced at $20, they’re expected to ship in July.
City of the Living Dead 4K Uhd from Cauldron Films
City of the Living Dead will be released on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray on August 15 via Cauldron Films. It has been restored in 4K with Dolby...
- 4/28/2023
- by Alex DiVincenzo
- bloody-disgusting.com
Fans have gotten an inside look into the home life of tennis superstar Martina Navratilova thanks to The Real Housewives of Miami, where her wife, former model Julia Lemigova, stars as a main cast member. After filming for the fifth season wrapped, news broke in early January 2023 that Navratilova was diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. Lemigova addressed the difficult journey at the reunion filmed later that month. But just a few months later, Navratilova’s diagnosis appears to have changed for the better.
Julia Lemigova and Martina Navratilova | Charles Sykes/Bravo Martina Navratilova revealed a double cancer diagnosis at the beginning of 2023
On January 2, Navratilova’s representative shared a statement with ESPN confirming that the retired tennis player has been diagnosed with Stage 1 throat cancer and early stage breast cancer.
“This double whammy is serious but still fixable, and I’m hoping for a favorable outcome,” Navratilova herself said about the diagnosis.
Julia Lemigova and Martina Navratilova | Charles Sykes/Bravo Martina Navratilova revealed a double cancer diagnosis at the beginning of 2023
On January 2, Navratilova’s representative shared a statement with ESPN confirming that the retired tennis player has been diagnosed with Stage 1 throat cancer and early stage breast cancer.
“This double whammy is serious but still fixable, and I’m hoping for a favorable outcome,” Navratilova herself said about the diagnosis.
- 3/22/2023
- by Chris Malone
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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