Archive | March, 2010

SNL Turns to Funny Greeks for Laughs

Last  Saturday (Oscar’s Eve) Zack Galifianakis was a hit as the guest host of Saturday Night Live. The goofy Greek kept the laughs coming with the characters he played. He even went as far to shave off his signature beard during the show. Stand-up comedian Galifianakis will be honored at the ShowWest film festival on [...]

Jeff Bridges, Sandra Bullock, Christoph Waltz and Mo’Nique took home the acting awards, “The Hurt Locker” is the Best Picture

The 2010 Oscars were held at the Kodak Theatre on Sunday in Hollywood. Greek American Louie Psihoyos took home a golden statue for his documentary film “The Cove”. In an exclusive interview with Greek Reporter Psihoyos explained that the road to the Oscars wasn’t easy for him. Here’s a list of those who took home [...]

Louie Psihoyos: His Path to the Oscar Wasn’t Glamorous

Louie Psihoyos: His Path to the Oscar Wasn’t Glamorous

Louie Psihoyos may had to hide while he was filming “The Cove” in Japan, but now the Greek-American director is in the spotlight as his documentary won the Oscar. He talks exclusively about his Greek heritage and the life-threatening dangers he faced filming his documentary in Japan.

Exclusive Coverage from the 82nd Oscars Red Carpet

The city was abuzz this morning as final touches for the 82nd Academy Awards were being put on. Later celebrities from all four corners of the Earth arrived at the Kodak Theater to attend the ceremony. Greek Reporter was there to get exclusive interviews with Quentin Tarantino, Sid Ganis, Louie Psihoyos, Monique and bring to [...]

Oscars 2010 Everything is Ready for the Big Night

Journalists and producers are working in Hollywood blvd. one day before the awards.  Many Greeks are also participating in this year’s show. Tina Fey to present, Sid Ganis is organizing, and Louie Psihoyos is nominated for the 82nd Academy Awards. Celebrities of Greek descent, such as Jennifer Anniston and Maria Menounos will strut their stuff [...]

The Star of Prison Break Wentworth Miller is Headed to Cyprus

The Prison Break star will be in Cyprus in the begging of April to participate in a charity event. He will stay at the seaside area of Makenzie. The proceeds of the event will go to the “Make a Wish” foundation. The tickets to the event have already been sold out since Prison Break is [...]

Greeks at the Oscars

Tina Fey presents, Sid Ganis organizes, and Louie Psihoyos and Alexander Desplat are nominated for the 82nd Academy Awards.  Celebrities of Greek descent, such as Jennifer Anniston and Maria Menounos will strut their stuff on this year’s red carpet. The Greek-American comedic writer and actress was also a  presenter of  last year’s Oscar ceremony. Sid [...]

Greek Actors Participate in DNA Couture Fashion Show

DNA Couture owners Artemis and Dimitra Nikolaou have one of the “hottest” boutiques of Orange County who dresses up Californians european style. They presented their new collection with a “little help of their Greek friends”, actors Kosta Poulos and Nassos Pappas. The event was held last week at the Chateau lounge in Irvine.

Tina Fey to Present Oscars

Comedic talents Sacha Baron Cohen, Jason Bateman, Steve Carell, Tina Fey and Ben Stiller will help bring laughs to the 82nd Academy Awards®, telecast producers Bill Mechanic and Adam Shankman announced. This will be the debut appearances for Baron Cohen and Bateman. Stiller has appeared on five previous Oscar telecasts, Carell has presented on three [...]