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Barenaked Ladies Singer Leaves Group

38-year-old Steven Page is one of the two main singers behind the hit Canadian group Barenaked Ladies. Page who has been with the band from the start has decided to break away from the band that made him famous and persue a solo music career.

A smart move for Page who has a unique voice and great musical style but what will this mean for the future of the Barenaked Ladies. Ed Robertson said in a recent interview that the Barenaked Ladies will go on, and that Steven Page is irreplaceable.

On the Barenaked Ladies official website the group posted a public message regarding Steven Page's departure from the group:

"By mutual agreement, Steven Page will be parting company with the remaining members of Barenaked Ladies. Jim Creeggan, Kevin Hearn, Ed Robertson, and Tyler Stewart will continue recording and touring together as Barenaked Ladies. Steven Page will pursue solo projects including theatrical opportunities while the band enters the studio in April 2009, and hits the road in the fall.""

Original Barnaked Ladies band member Andy Creeggan also left the band in 1995 to work on othe musical projects.

Page was arrested on July 11, 2008 for posession of cocaine but the charges were later dropped. The arrest had little affect on the group's popularity.

As a Barenaked Ladies fan I find Steven Page's departure from the group disappointing but will be interested in seeing what kind of music the talented writer/singer will produce in the future.
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Jerry Lewis Receives Honorary Humanitarian Award - Protesters Don't Agree

Comedian Jerry Lewis took home an honorary Humanitarian Award at the 81st Academy Awards Sunday, February 22, 2009 for his fundraising efforts on behalf of children with disabilities:

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Although nearly everyone agrees that Jerry Lewis is a positive force in both the film industry as well as his charitable efforts not everyone agrees with Lewis receiving the Humanitarian Award. Protesters gathered on the Eve of the 2009 Oscars to voice their opinion:

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Woman In Critical Condition After Brutal Chimp Attack - Feb. 18 2009

The tragic story of a beloved pet gone wild is making headlines across the web today. A woman named Charla Nash was brutally attacked by a dometicated chimpanzee named Travis. Travis the chimp was 15-years-old and starred in Coca-Cola and Old Navy commercials during his t.v. career. Once retired he became the pet of Sandra Herold who treated the chimp like a human. She fed him steak and lobster dinners and ice cream for dessert in the dining room. She also gave him wine and recently the antidepressant Xanax. The 200 pound chimpanzee suddenly became violent attacking Herold's friend Charla Nash who was visiting the house. The chimp brutally ripped off Charla Nash's face during a horrible 12 minute long attack. Sandra Herold began stabbing the chimp in attempts to save her friend and called 911 for help:
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Police shot Travis the chimp once they arrived on the scene and Travis the chimp was killed. Not only was Travis fed Xanax but he was also suffering from Lyme disease. Victim Charla Nash is currently in hospital in critical condition with extensive injuries to her face. The chimp's owner could possibly face criminal charges if it's decide that her actions put others in danger.

Christian Bale Freak Out - Did The Actor Cross The Line?

Actor Christian Bale plays the role of the hero wonderfully in the movies but his off screen personality isn't quite as charming. The 36-year-old star recently through a fit during the filming of his latest movie Terminator Salvation.

When a crew member attempting to adjust the lighting stepped in to his scene he threw a three minute long temper tantrum that was all caught on audio tape.

Christian Bale has starred in top movies including Batman Begins, 3:10 To Yuma,The Dark Night, and American Psycho.

If you're not offended by graphic language you can check out the Christian Bale audio clip online. What do you think? Did Bale cross the line or should this kind of Diva like behavior be considered normal for Hollywood stars?