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April 4th 2008

New Tom Cruise Marijuana Really Bugging Out Tom Cruise

Filed under: healthy living, honors — michael @ 4:20 pm

Continuing our efforts to cover all things green (remember that story about Weeds getting some eco-packaging?), we present to you the latest entertainment news concerning the world’s favorite illegal substance.

This one is hilarious. And you don’t even need to be high to enjoy it.

Apparently, there is a new strain of medical marijuana out there being marketed as “Tom Cruise Purple“. Why the dubious honor? The weed is reportedly so potent that it causes you to see things that aren’t really there. We all know Tom is heavy into the Scientology side of things — so we’re thinking this is probably where the joke is being directed. Of course, the actor isn’t backing the moniker — especially with his past objections to psychotropic drugs — and is getting his legal team into action. From the article,

“Word is that the actor’s lawyers are taking a serious look at the strong brand of bud after we brought it to their attention. One of Cruise’s friends found it ‘outrageous’ that licensed cannabis clubs in Northern California are selling vials of pot featuring a picture of Cruise laughing hysterically.

Staffers at several California clinics we called said they were forbidden to discuss any of the herbal varieties in their ‘inventory.’ But one weed devotee said, ‘I heard it’s the kind of pot that makes you hallucinate.’”

Awesome. We really hope Kevin Nealon’s character gets an opportunity to sample this fine bud on the next season of Weeds. And Tom? Chill out man — it’s all good.

via Celeb|bitchy

March 7th 2008

Razzi Snap: Suzanne Somers Pens Some Organic Poetry

Filed under: animals, web — michael @ 10:34 am

Katherine Heigl was stalked by the paparazzi yesterday as she made a stop to pick up some cancer sticks. She was sporting a PETA shirt and thinly made reference to the organization when asked what it was all about. [video over at TMZ]

Looking for a quiet green space in LA to kick back or simply kick it for all eternity? Try the Hollywood Forever cemetery. According to one review, it’s an “urban oasis” that neighbors Paramount Studios and includes many famous resting spots of Hollywood legends. Don’t forget to pay homage at the statue of Joey Ramone. [via cityzine]

Suzanne Somers does poetry. Scroll down for “Organic Girl”.

Who are some dream eco-couples? Green Daily’s Jonathan Morgan counts down the Top 5 “made in heaven” green power couple scenarios. Tom Cruise and Al Gore have our vote.

It’s not green, but it might help you get a great overview of your favorite sites. A new site called AllTop has just launched that runs down all the latest news according to categories. We use it all the time here on the ‘raz to get an overview of what’s happening out there and think you’ll love it. Check it out.

February 21st 2008

Katie Holmes Wastes C02 On International Shopping Excursions

Filed under: not green, shopping — parrish @ 9:48 am

If I had to ballpark it, I probably wouldn’t say that the Cruise/Holmes clan is the GREENEST of celebrity couples. Oh crap, I wouldn’t even say they’re in the top 100. You all know I busted on Tom Cruise before…twice, and now I’m about to go all Dakota Fanning (definition: verb meaning to get “gangsta” on one or more than one party) on Katie Holmes.

It’s been reported that Katie Holmes uses Tom Cruises’ private jet to take monthly shopping trips to Paris for her alleged crazy ass shopping addiction. Often on these trips she’ll spend upwards to 200,000 dollars (ps. way more money than I ever have, and probably will ever see) on various articles of clothing. A quick trip to terrapass.com showed me that a round trip from Los Angeles to Paris dumps over 4000 pounds of Co2 into the environment.

Katie, I’M DYING HERE!!!!! Seriously woman-grab a catalog, go on the internet, visit your local mall…just stop “fueling” your debutante shopping habit with actual fuel.

via: popcrunch.com

February 7th 2008

The U.N Gets A Time-Out Over Madonna Hosted Charity Event

Filed under: campaigns, events, green and famous — parrish @ 10:20 am

The United Nations is on its way for a smack bottom after a controversial fundraiser, held last night on U.N property and hosted by the bottle water queen herself, Madonna.

The event was intended to raise money for Raising Malawi and UNICEF.  However, some members of media are claiming that this star-studded gala was more about promoting the Kabbalah Centre and the new Gucci store than spotlighting charity. Indeed, CEO of Gucci, Mark Lee, footed the bill for the evening and described it as “a celebration of the fashion house’s new store.” Still, both Madonna and Gucci say the new store had nothing to do with the real purpose of the evening: raising money for charity.

Celebrities like Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes, Demi Moore, Drew Barrymore, Gwyneth Paltrow, Gwen Stefani and Jennifer Lopez shelled out 10,000 dollars a plate for the gourmet dinner (not veg… in case you care). There was also a silent auction with prizes like: a private soccer game with David Beckam, and dance classes with Madonna. At the end of the evening, the gala raised about 3.7 million dollars which will be split evenly between Raising Malawi and UNICEF.

Here’s what I think: Sure, Gucci was probably wildly excited to get all that great exposure. Sure, Madonna probably had some Kabbalah pamphlets or leaflets or scroll papers or whatever they use on hand at the event. I understand that people are frustrated because it was held at the U.N (which should be a non-biased forum), but it’s not like they were tying the guests up in Gucci scarves and making them chant, Like A Virgin. All they were doing was raising money for a couple great charities-which does generally require some sort of corporate sponsorship. So I say, “You famous people better rock on with your bad, charity-loving selves.”  GO TEAM FAMOUS!!!!!!!!

February 6th 2008

Global Green, DiCaprio Pick Up A Vectrix Electric Scooter

Zoom Zoom

Filed under: cars-houses, transport, travel — michael @ 6:06 pm

Back in August of 2006, I took a spin on a prototype Vectrix Electric Scooter. The thing had some serious kick — and if it wasn’t for the $12,000 price tag — I would have signed up on the spot. Vectrix is obviously aiming for the same market as Tesla, so grabbing some star association and turning the heads of those on the A-list with a penchant for motorbikes is not a bad move. Off the top of my head, I would think George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Ewan McGregor, and Tom Cruise would be interested. But Leonardo DiCaprio?

According to sources, both the organization Global Green USA and DiCaprio recently picked up the bike. Here’s the blurb,

The first delivery went to one of Hollywood’s most supported green organizations, Global Green. Global Green, known for such efforts as partnering with Brad Pitt to build green housing in post-Katrina New Orleans, thought the ZEV would be a perfect representation of their cause. The company’s CEO, Matt Peterson said, “The Vectrix is a fun way to travel green”. Perhaps such an endorsement is what convinced one of Hollywood’s biggest green A-listers, Leonardo DiCaprio, to go Vectrix too.

We’ve no doubt this green beauty will be on display outside Global Green’s Pre-Oscar bash. Should they decide to provide eco-friendly transportation like last year for the Academy Awards, we may even see someone like Leo ride one to the red carpet. Great publicity for a tech-heavy green scooter that hopefully will trickle down to more affordable levels.

You can cruise a video of the Vectrix here.

January 10th 2008

Madonna Spends My College Loans A Year On Bottled Water

Filed under: not green — parrish @ 11:43 am

Remember that Tom Cruise Vs. Oil comment war we had on Ecorazzi last week. Well, now I’m about to start a whole new one with all the crazy Madonna fans.

It’s just been announced that Madonna spends 120,000 dollars a year on….WATER!!!!  Please reread that sentence for the full effect.  Yes mam, The Queen Of Pop (not the drink, the music) spends almost 10,000 dollars a month on special Kabbalah-blessed water for her and her clan.  And what’s the price tag on this special “holy” water? 5 dollars for each small bottle. 

With a couple strokes on the ol’ calculator I figured that Madonna is not only spending way more money than I make a year… on water, but also she is using 24,000 bottles annually.  Yo, Mo, I know you’re thirsty, but you’re killing us here…literally.

Hey, I have an idea: maybe the Scientologists should bottle their own H20 too.  I mean I’m sure spending a million dollars a year on oil works up quite the thirst. Tommy, can you hear me?

January 4th 2008

Tom Cruise Spends A Bazillion Dollars On Oil

Filed under: not green — parrish @ 11:38 am

Ok…maybe not a bazillion, but close to that. It’s just been reported that Tom Cruise spends one million dollars a year on gasoline. Did you hear that, Tom? Mother Earth just had a seizure.

Why so much cash on crude? Well, to fuel his 4 planes and numerous cars, of course. Oh, plus that freaky deaky Scientology hovercraft is a total gas guzzler.

The thing is, I hate writing mean stuff about people, and Tom Cruise really does seem like a decent guy. Plus, he has a reputation for being super generous with his cash o’ plenty. But seriously, if you spend a million dollars a year on oil, you basically leave me no choice!

Tom, let’s make a deal. If you sell one of your automobiles and give the money to a green charity, I will delete this post and in it’s place write an article called, “Tom Cruise Is Way Cooler Than I Will Ever Be!!!.” Oh, and I’ll even go to one of those Scientology orientation meetings. Seriously, I’m not even joking. Think about it.

via msnbc

January 3rd 2008

Knut The Polar Bear Gets Movie Offers, Ladies, Sardines

Suri Cruise to voice?

Filed under: animals, movies — michael @ 12:32 pm

It was only a matter of time.

After wooing the world with books, magazine covers, and irresistibly cute photos, Knut the polar bear is now being offered a movie deal. The 245lb “symbol of climate change” is currently going through contract negotiations with Hollywood producer Ash R. Shah. The Berlin Zoo is acting on behalf of the bear and sources close to the deal say something in the realm of $5 million is being thrown around for the rights to the animal’s story. From the article,

“The zoo has confirmed local media reports that it is in talks with a Hollywood producer. ‘We are delighted about the interest from Hollywood. It’s unclear when we will sign the contracts. Some details have yet to be sorted out,’ zoo director Bernhard Blaszkiewitz told Bild am Sonntag newspaper. The film will also address the fate of Knut’s brethren living in the wild as global warming threatens their Arctic habitats, Berlin newspapers say.”

Even more bizarre, Shah is pushing hard to have 18-month-old Suri Cruise (daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes) be the voice of Knut. We’re placing bets that Suri Cruise would lend her talents to the cuddly 50lb version and not the 245lb present day mega-bear. Said Shah,

“With (Knut’s) friendly character, he’s serves as an ambassador for the Earth’s problems — climate change and the melting polar ice caps. A movie about Knut would affect people all over the world. Suri could speak the English voice of Knut.”

If this guy thinks polar bears are friendly, he should get in a cage with a few. Can Suri even say complete sentences yet? Or is this going to be a point and speak affair. “Sun” “CO2″ “Bad”

Nevermind, it’ll make millions.

December 23rd 2007

Paris Hilton’s Mama Plays Mrs. Clause For Make-A-Wish

Filed under: donations, products, web — parrish @ 5:13 pm

Kathy Hilton, the famous mother of Nicky and Paris, is taking off those freshly pressed, socialite gloves and getting her hands a little dirty for the sake of the children. Mrs. Hilton (not to be confused with Mrs. Clause) is showing her charitable side this year, not by personal sacrifice, but through the sacrifice of her wealthy friends.

That’s right, Hilton spend “all last week calling different celebrities and sports figures” asking them to donate some of their personal possessions to an ebay auction she’s hosting for the Make A Wish Foundation.

What exactly can you bid on? Mel Gibson’s jeans, Johnny Carson’s cuff links, Dean Martin’s golf clubs, Lucille Ball’s teacup and saucer, an Ocean Thirteen script signed by the film’s cast, and Tom Cruise’s autographed Ray-Ban sunglasses are just a few of the fancy treats.

But wait a second? Kathy Hilton said that she spent all last week calling her celebrity friends, and now she has stuff from Dean Martin, Johnny Carson and Lucille Ball? Oh my God, the Hilton family has a phone that can contact dead people!!! Now THAT’S cool.

Okay, so maybe she’s not really making any personal sacrifice here, but at least she’s setting up the online auction right? Nevermind. Kathy Hilton recently confessed, ” I don’t know how to use the computer.” Well, it’s the thought that counts anyway I guess, but all I’m saying is just think how much she could get for that dead people phone. Think about it Mrs. Hilton, think about it.