Sunday, June 23, 2024

Just Because...

Who's Your Zaddy?


Just Because it's still Pride Month I had to post a thirst photo of the ultimate Zaddy, Christopher Meloni!

He's the object of lust by Men and Women.

Now that's what I call equailty!!!

Have a lust filled Sunday Minions and keep being Proud!

Christopher on IG -

Saturday, June 22, 2024

Current Mood

"Summer's meant for lovin' and leavin', I was such a fool for believin' that you, Could change all the ways you've been livin', But you just couldn't stop" - White Mustang, Lana Del Rey

Current Mood: Lana Del Rey. 

"Yes" Lana Del Rey is a mood...fight me!!!

LDR on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/honeymoon/?hl=en  

Friday, June 21, 2024

Donald Sutherland

Donald Sutherland & Jane Fonda

Here is a photo of Donald Sutherland & Jane Fonda on Sunset Blvd. in Los Angeles, CA. As you recall they starred in Klute together. 

Donald Sutherland was very much a part of my movie going experience growing up. Don't Look Now and Ordinary People come to mind. Klute I have yet to see and is on my list.

Thanks for the memories...

Donald on Wikipedia -

Thursday, June 20, 2024

Michael's Musings

"Sticky And Sweet, My Sugar Is Raw"
Michael Shinafelt


Don't pretend you're not hungry I've seen it before...It's Pride Month and let's keep celebrating and getting up in everyone's grill. Tis the season after all and keep on doing it all year round.

Be Proud of who you and what you are don't stop ever!!! Let's start moving your collective feet and come on over to Daddy Michael...

No one speaks of lip gloss anymore, this truly saddens me

When I'm quiet people who know ME think: OMG! He's thinking! Everyone run for your life!

If the highest position in American government can be held by a felon, then felon needs to be removed from all job and rental applications as well as personal certifications, the more you know

In case you haven't heard Justin Timberlake got arrested for a DUI

My dick has led me to places I wouldn't even go with a gun, that's all

The moment you realize the next 5 months spell J-A-S-O-N (Friday the 13th fans rejoice!)

Rewatched John Waters Cecil B Demented the other day on Tubi "Demented Forever!"

You are loved, accepted and celebated just as you are


Woman Crush of the Week - Marsha P. Johnson without her we wouldn't have Pride

Raise you hands if you like hot boys (mine is up)

Sleep aka How To Have Fun As An Adult

In case no one has told you: You are doing a good job! Here's your Klondike Bar...

Love wins! (always)

I'm never straight, but I'm always forward

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Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Hump Day & Chill

Anna Nicole Smith

After viewing an Anna Nicole Smith documentary on Netflix recently, and also that Pride Month is still in full tilt boogie. I felt a combination of two of my favorite things would be in order.

Thus we are going to Hump Day & Chill to LGBTQ ally Anna in the West Hollywood Pride Parade in 2005.

Anna was always on when she was in public and then some. The one take away I had of her was despite the many thoughts and opinions others had, is she was a genuinely a sweet and loving soul.

Her support of the community was 100% sincere as was her love of others in general.

Hump Day & Chill Anna your rainbow flag will forever wave.

Anna on Wikipedia -

Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Ally


Did you ever think when the initial series of Child's Play movies came out that as the "Chucky" franchise evolved that Chucky himself would become an LGBTQ ally? Well that he did!

Chucky's kid is Genderfluid and if there's on thing he will do, he will support the LGBTQ Community. 

Like Chucky states "I'm a villain, not a monster"

Keep showing your Pride Minions!

Official Chucky site on the WWW -

Monday, June 17, 2024

The Iron Maiden Bible


 

A thrilling journey through the tumultuous history of Iron Maiden, one of the world’s most legendary heavy-metal bands.


With unparalleled access to band members, managers, and exclusive archives, music critic and journalist Martin Popoff provides an intimate look into the life and times of Iron Maiden, from their humble beginnings in the dingy clubs of East London to headlining arenas and festivals worldwide, the band’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and unrelenting dedication to the present day.

 

Dive deep into their music, stage performances, and the iconic figure of Eddie, their undead mascot. Discover the stories behind all their albums—such as KillersThe Number of the Beast, and Powerslave, through to their most recent, Senjutsu (and all solo releases)—as well as the controversies and triumphs that shaped the band. Explore the highs and lows of their evolving lineup, from the early days with Paul Di’Anno to the arrival of Bruce Dickinson and beyond. Hallowed Be Thy Name: The Iron Maiden Bible delves into the band’s conceptual depth, dissecting the themes of their songs, the inspirations behind their lyrics, and the influence they’ve had on countless artists and fans.

In addition, a limited edition print slip-cased Beast Edition will be released for $250 with only 666 copies exclusively available through SchifferBooks.com. Special features include:

  • A limited print run of 666 copies worldwide (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST)
  • Each edition is individually numbered on an etched metal plate (NUMBERS WILL BE SHIPPED AT RANDOM AND CAN NOT BE CUSTOM ORDERED OR SELECTED)
  • Slip case packaging
  • Black, edge-printed pages and bifurcated ribbon marker
  • Bound in stamped leather with ribbed spine and metal corners
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A tribute to the indomitable spirit of Iron Maiden, and a celebration of their enduring six-decade legacy in the realm of heavy metal, Hallowed Be Thy Name: The Iron Maiden Bible is a must-read for Iron Maiden fans and heavy-metal and music enthusiasts.


Fall 2024 Global Iron Maiden tour info: https://www.ironmaiden.com/


Available October 28th, 2024


DETAILS:

  • Size: 7" x 10"
  • Pages: 666 | Over 400 color and b/w photos
  • Binding: Hardback
  • ISBN: 9780764368165
  • PRICE: $59.99

Sunday, June 16, 2024

Saturday, June 15, 2024

Arms Around America

Fostering dialogue around pressing social issues in the U.S., Dan Froot & Company (DF&Co) is a Los Angeles-based theater troupe known for their collaborative approach to theater-making, and for positioning art at the center of civic discourse. For their latest project, Arms Around America, the group explores the stories of real families from around the country whose lives have been shaped by guns. Artistic Director Dan Froot and his compassionate associates spent several years conducting six book-length oral histories of families in Southern California, South Florida, and Western Montana. These oral histories provide the basis for DF&Co’s world premiere offerings: a six-episode podcast launching on June 30, 2024, followed by live theatrical performances premiering in Los Angeles (November 15 & 16), Miami (February 21 & 22, 2025), and Helena (February 28 & March 1, 2025). For more information on these immersive auditory and live experiences, please visit: https://www.danfroot.com/arms-around-america.

Friday, June 14, 2024

Crocodile

On July 9th, Synapse Films presents the global debut of Crocodile on Blu-ray, from a new restoration of the original English 35mm camera negative. 


Move aside Jaws. Watch out Godzilla. A gigantic atomic mutant crocodile is on the loose, terrorizing everyone in its wake! When doctors Tony Akom (Nat Puvani) and John Stromm (Min Oo) take their wives on a quiet beach vacation, it quickly turns into a nightmare. The nightmare? Their wives are attacked and killed by a giant crocodile that has mutated from nearby nuclear testing. Out for vengeance, they enlist the help of Tanaka (Manop Asavatep), a local fisherman, and Peter (Robert Chan), a photographer. Will they be able to stop the rampaging village-stomping beast before others are devoured?  

The Blu-ray special features include an audio commentary with the late film historian Lee Gambin, a video interview with original director Won-se Lee, the original theatrical trailer, and deleted and alternate scenes.  


Pre-order the Blu-ray here: https://a.co/d/5BdHmwl

Thursday, June 13, 2024

Michael's Musings

"M" Is For Men
Michael Shinafelt

This Pride Month's column is brought to you by the letter "M" as you can see by the wall behind me.

How's your Pride Month. Mine is going fabulous! Brought to you by the letter "F" as in Eff it let's have some fun!!!

I want AI to do my laundry and dishes so that I can do art and writing

Always remember never forget don't F#ck With Dolly Parton!

The problem with beauty is that it's like being born rich and getting poorer

See Robert run, run Robert run. Check out his booty

Love is not complicated, people are

Rewatched Bob Fosse's Lenny the other day...Brilliant!!!

Take your passion and make it happen!

Pretty Hurts, the more you know...

Woman Crush of the Week - the amazing Margaret Cho! Here we are back stage at Pride in West Hollywood, CA 13 years ago.

Prediction the Eensy Weensy Spider is going to be the earworm of the Summer!

You think you're ready? You ain't ready enough!

Remember Kings & Queens you are not perfect and there's nothing wrong with that

I put Halloween and the year I was born in the Gif bar and what to my wondering eyes did appear: Mary Poppins!

Remember: No one should be above the law

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Hump Day & Chill

Bozo & Barnabas

A clown and a vampire walk into a bar and decided to...Hump Day & Chill! Spotted this on the WWW and couldn't pass it up!

"Yes' it's that odd pairing of celebrities that got together that you never thought was possible without, what else? Photographic evidence!!! Yay!

Behold the odd pairing of Bozo The Clown and Barnabas Collins. Barnabas flew in from the town of Collinsport, Maine to appear on Bozo's TV show.

I'm sure it was a quite lovely time, wished I could have been a fly on the wall for it.

There it is, your Hump Day & Chill levity for the week.

No clowning around now....

Barnabas Collins on Wikipedia -


Bozo The Clown on Wikipedia -

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Where The Boys Are...


In honor of Pride here's a Meme of Traci Lords as Wanda in John Waters Cry-Baby. She's here to remind all you guys out there why you really attend Pride festivals.

"Yes" it's the hot boys, duh. 

Don't try to deny it men, we all know what you are like and we all know what you want. Me especially, since I happen to be on Team Dorothy as well.

There's no shame in the game, simply think of it as another reason to be Proud!

Cry-Baby on IMDb -

Monday, June 10, 2024

Monday Motivation


Read the above for this week's Monday Motivation. This advice should be a constant. During Pride Month it takes on a whole other dimension.

During this month you should be more mindful about drinking water because you know, standing around and walking all day at the festivals and parades can really dehydrate one's self.

Minding your own business while sound advice is especially good amongst Gaggles Of Gays. You know how they can be...

Go in peace and pride my Minions.

Monday Motivation on Facebook -

Sunday, June 9, 2024

LA Pride!

George Takei

Happy Pride Los Angeles! "Yes" today is the LA Pride parade held in Hollywood, CA!

The legendary George Takei is serving up the gay presiding over the to do as the Icon Grand Marshall.

To answer your question "No" I won't be attending. While I love Pride and all that it stands for I don't care for crowds and the pomp and cricumstance that accompanys a parade."Yes" I am basically saying "I'm too old for that noise" LOL!

To those who are attending I'm sure will have a groovy time! 

Wave your rainbow flag in the air like you don't care Minions and show them how proud you are!!!

LA Pride on the WWW -

https://lapride.org/  

Saturday, June 8, 2024

Cuddle Time!

Big Blue

Pride Month keeps on turning, and it seems about now you all might like a cuddle. Well here's your virtual hug from me to you and Big Blue!

Enjoy it, while it lasts...

Keep being Proud!

Pride Month on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pride_Month  

Friday, June 7, 2024

"Close To You"

"Close To You"
Mike Clifford

Here is the perfect ballad for Pride Month a re-working of the Carpnter's Classic "Close To You" 

Sung and performed by former Teen Idol Mike Clifford of "Close To Cathy" fame.

The cover itself is a tribut to the song's writer Burt Bacharach here's the 411:

"Mike first met the late Burt Bacharach in New York in 1963. Since then, Mike has been an admirer of his work. In the course of his illustrious career, Burt won six Grammy's, three Oscars, an Emmy, and many other worldwide awards. In this tribute, Mike has recorded a new version of one of his biggest hits (written with Hal David), "Close to You" made famous by the Carpenters in 1970. With a brilliant arrangement by the iconic Maurice Gainen and a fresh and captivating video, Mike brings new life to this classic million seller! Special thanks to Devin Pinckard for lending his wonderful talents to this project. Entire production was conceived and co-produced by the great Maurice Gainen and Mike Clifford."

Hit the video after the jump and celebrate your Pride!



Mike on the WWW -

https://www.facebook.com/MikeCliffordsWonderfulWorld/

https://www.reverbnation.com/mikeclifford6/songs  

Thursday, June 6, 2024

Michael's Musings

Michael Shinafelt

Tis' the season to be Proud! Gay Pride Month is officially on!!! Don't you just love a man in uniform?! That man in uniform would be yours truly.

Something about men in uniform make may gay guys swoon, trust me I've gotten a lot of that regarding the photo above. Let the Pride celebration commence!!!

Back door guests are the best, the more you know...

Don't forget to drink water and mind your own business this week

Gays like Bewitched because it's about outsiders,fight me!

At the stroke of midnight June 1st, Bam! Gay everything

Classy people don't have one night stands, they have auditions. You didn't get a call back.

Finding a man to milk, dicuss

This used to be my playground, amongst other things

Vinyl Fetish the mind reels

Woman Crush of the Week - This photo came up in my Facebook Memories it's my forever grrrrrl Traci Lords!

I be cute so I pose for a pic

One word: Eric on Netflix, It's so good!

Plastic Hearts or Rubber Baby Buggy Bumpers, your choice

Congrats to George Takei on being the Grand Marshall at the Pride Parade in Hollywood this Sunday!

Time for me to get to yoga at Hollywood Forever Cemetery

Get proud with me here!

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Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Hump Day & Chill

Love Is Love
Madonna & Isabella Rossellini

It's Pride Month and today I thought we would Hump Day & Chill to the Queen of Pop doing what she does best, being provocative.

"Yes" here is an image from Madonna's notorious Sex book of her and Isabella Rossellini in a suggestive embrace as a Lesbian Couple.

I felt it only fitting that we include one of the LGBTQIA's strongest allies in our Pride celebration here at Entertain Me.

Madonna after all was on the front line in the battle against HIV and AIDS, thus we must give the legend credit where it is due.

So snuggle up to this image of love and Hump Day & Chill with Pride!

Madonna on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/madonna/?hl=en   

Sunday, June 2, 2024

Happy Pride Month!

Pride!
Michael Shinafelt

It's on! June is officially Pride Month, being a member of the LGBTQIA community I will be posting Pride related things all month long.

Guess which letter I am in the acronym? Base on the image above I think you've got it!

We kicked here at Entertain Me kicked it off yesterday with a post on 12th place Amrican Idol runner up and out singer David Hernandez.

There's more where that came from.

Get your Pride on! We'll have a gay ole time! 

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Saturday, June 1, 2024

I Am Who I Am

American Idol’s David Hernandez is releasing a re-imagined version of the title track from his first EP, I Am Who I Am.  The new version has been shortened to “I AM,” but still tells the story of David’s earlier years, growing up in a broken home among family members struggling with substance abuse, all while being bullied in school for his differences.  “I was listening to that old record, going down the memory lane of my life and career, remembering that young kid who was scared yet somehow had the audacity to chase his dream on national TV,” David Hernandez reflects today.    “It occurred to me how much I still relate to him.” It got David to thinking: what if he re-recorded the track and revamped it for the modern era, as a nod to all that he has been through since? He reached out to the producer of that first EP, Alex Teamer, and within a few days, they had a new version of the song.  

“So much of what I sang about in my first album still rings true today,” David Hernandez continues from his Los Angeles home.  “I’ve worked so hard to overcome the traumas of my childhood, and by the grace of God, I have managed to heal so much of my past pain, but I would be lying if I said that some days weren’t still a struggle.  I think I will always be discovering who I am until my dying day. There’s a beauty in that.”

The new version of “I AM” is an anthemic pop song, with David’s powerful vocals amplified by the addition of orchestral strings, piano, and drums.  Like the original, it delivers hints of soul and R&B but the new version adds major and minor chords throughout that produce a sense of push and pull, reminiscent of the emotional tugs many people battle on their journey to self-discovery. There is also a huge climatic chorus and an ending choir that takes listeners to church with a spiritual experience meant to drive home the feelings of hope and redemption.

The music video, co-produced and directed by David Hernandez and Johny D. and shot in Burbank at Stage 35, echoes the sentiment of the song.  It opens with David, the music star, about to perform on stage, greeted by applause and adulation from screaming fans while at the same time, facing an onslaught of criticism and homophobia from the media.  The pressure is intense and an emotionally beaten David Hernandez wonders, “Who am I?”.  A polaroid image of David as an adorable child in a Mickey Mouse shirt is depicted on a screen and then we see an all grown up David in that same Mickey Mouse shirt as he looks back at pivotal moments of his life and career.

“I remember the initial excitement of stardom when I thought it was all cheering crowds and fancy clothes,” David says.  “But pretty quickly, the doubts crept it along with the questions:  Is this it? Is this me? Did I hit my goal? Have I realized my dreams? Why do I feel so empty?”
In the video, Hernandez finally loses control, ripping his costume off and trashing his dressing room.  He walks out to an empty set, in complete silence and loneliness, left to his own thoughts.  There is no crowd. There are no distractions. No one is there to lean on.  Only him. 

David Hernandez gained national attention as a Top 12 finalist on American Idol. Since then, his talents have been showcased on notable platforms like The Ellen ShowThe Today Show, MTV's TRL, and TV Guides' Sexiest Stars.   He even performed at the Inaugural Kick-Off Celebration ball for Barack Obama alongside renowned artists John Legend and Maroon 5. 


In his music, David draws inspiration from legends like Stevie Wonder, John Legend, Whitney Houston, Donnie Hathaway, Alicia Keys, Luther Vandross, Beyoncé, and Michael Jackson. He writes and produces his own original music.  One of David's notable hits, "Beautiful," made its way to the Top 100 of the Billboard Dance charts, with its music video becoming a viral sensation. In the past year, he has released several self-produced songs and music videos including "Sorry," "Kingdom," and the infectious summer anthem "Boomerang." 

 

David also recently completed a successful 8-month residency in the Off-Broadway musical comedy Naked Boys Singing, for which he won the Broadway World Award for "Best Performer in a Musical."

 

His latest album, Don’t @ Me, is available on all digital platforms.  It includes the hit singles "Vices" and "When it Rains, it Pours”.  The album’s title claps back at critics who publicly outed him for being gay and for being a former stripper.   “They still don’t realize how much their words have scarred me,” David says today.

 

He understands he is not alone in his mental health struggles and often hears from fans who are facing their own hardships.  “It’s why I never want to sugarcoat things in my music,” he explains.  “I hate when people act like their life has been a breeze. That's not how life works. Sometimes it's incredible and other times it is really f-ing hard. But no matter how hard it gets, it’s important to remember that we all have the strength and ability to push through our pain and turn it into triumph.”

 

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