If you love to hear about celebrities' darkest secrets, you've come to the right place. This article will discuss the drug addictions of Robert Downey Jr. & Marlon Bando as well as Jay-Z’s attempted murder. It's an entertaining and informative read.
David Tyrnauer's film
This book provides a humorous and informative look at Hollywood's stars and insiders. David Tyrnauer directed Jane Jacobs (and Valentino) in previous documentaries. However, his latest film is very different. In this one, we are introduced to a Hollywood urban legend: Jack Bowers. Bowers was known as the "go-to" guy in company towns and a famous Hollywood insider. He once spoke to Alfred Kinsey anonymously for his book, "Sexual Behavior in the Human Male." Bowers's life story was the subject for his memoir, Full Service, published in 2012. Bowers' Hollywood adventures and the secrets of Hollywood stars are the subject of this book.
Robert Downey Jr.'s drug addiction
It's no secret that the actor has struggled with addiction for many years. He is often viewed as a model for substance abuse. He began taking drugs at a young age and was a full-fledged addict by the time he was in his late 20s. His dependence on drugs led to him making many bad decisions. He was convicted and sentenced to a 12-month term in prison.
Marlon Brando's mental illness
Marlon Brando had a mental illness. His childhood was not easy and he was frequently abused by his dad, who was an alcoholic. This led him develop a shrewd personality, which made him trouble with Hollywood authorities and his teachers. His struggles with his father may have influenced him to have a character in films that was more of a bad boy.
Jay-Z's attempted assassination
Jay-Z is perhaps best known for his music and hip-hop, but he's been a prominent figure for many years on the right side. He is a strong supporter social justice. Jay-Z has helped to finance the families of African Americans who have been killed by the police and has called on reform of prisons. His Hollywood attempted murder was a public act of violence.
Scotty's Richfield station gas station
Whether you've been to Hollywood or know someone who's, Scotty's Richfield gas station has a few dark secrets. Scotty Bowers was once the station's owner and offered escort services for movie stars like Spencer Tracy. There are rumors that he even arranged to meet Spencer with the aid of a pimp. This man's story is interesting and he has a lot of interesting details about the Hollywood lifestyle.
Harvey Weinstein's connections to organized crimes
The latest expose into Harvey Weinstein's nefarous connections to organized crime centers around a company he hired to compile lists of companies with which he had dealings. Black Cube was founded by ex-intelligence officers in Israel and is the biggest corporate intelligence firm worldwide.
FAQ
What is the most mysterious area on earth?
Antarctica is considered the most mysterious area on Earth.
This is why we find it so captivating. It is unlike any other place on Earth.
It is isolated, remote, and very hard to visit. It is not what you see.
These wild animals are also found in this natural wonder.
Let's look at how this extraordinary destination became so mysterious.
Antarctica: The South Pole
Antarctica's name is a mystery. Some say it means "land on ice." Others believe it comes out of Greek mythology.
Antarktis is the name Antarktis was given to an island in ancient Greece by Zeus' twin brothers. One of the twins was said to have been born in winter. The term antarctic is derived from this.
Others believe the name was derived from the Greek words tropos, which means turn, and anti, meaning against. This would translate to land that is turned away from the sun.
Whatever the reason Antarctica holds a special fascination, people have always loved it.
It is also the lowest, windiest continent, driest, and highest. It is too cold for trees, plants and animals.
Yet, this frozen wasteland is alive.
Here, 90 percent live of all species of living things. There are about 50% of the world's animal, plant and plant species.
What is it that makes Antarctica so unique? Here, water freezes in ice rather that vaporizing into the atmosphere.
This results in large masses of ice floating above the ground.
These floating glaciers make up 80%. They continue to grow in size each year.
So far, the Antarctic ice sheet has grown 60 feet since 1960.
If the melting goes on, the sea level may rise by as much as 200 feet. That could cause massive flooding around the globe.
But not everyone thinks this is bad news. Some scientists think global warming might be beneficial. They say that as temperatures rise, the ice sheets might melt faster, causing floods that flush out tons of toxic chemicals from our soil and bodies.
But others warn that this theory sounds like a plot from a science fiction movie.
Is there any Hollywood blacklist for actors?
There is a Hollywood blacklist.
However, the list isn’t public. We don't know the names. But here's why it matters.
The secretive nature of the information is due to the fact that actors and directors on blacklist won't be in a position to find work. This would result in studios losing money as the actors and directors would have to go out on their own. They would also cut back on their spending on movies. That would reduce the opportunities for blacklisted filmmakers. This could lead to them going bankrupt.
This could eventually lead to more victims.
In short, when someone tries to make an oscar winning movie, they might be asked to sign a contract saying they won't speak publicly against their employers. Any director or producer who would like to be nominated for an award is subject to the same rules.
This is why you'll hear about directors being pressured by producers to take scenes out of their films. Or directors threaten to walk out of projects that don’t match their vision.
This is why Hollywood keeps a blacklist. If you are negative about your employer, you'll most likely go unemployed. This is bad news for anyone.
The problem is that many people have been falsely accused. They have had to fight for their freedom.
We need to stop this kind of thing before it starts happening again. We need to ensure everyone has the right of expression.
We need to get rid of Hollywood's blacklist.
Which is the most secretive city in the world?
It may surprise you to hear the answer. It could even make you uncomfortable, because it challenges how reality is perceived and lived. But there is a reason that this place exists. It isn't what you would expect.
It was known as the City of God to the ancient Greeks. It was called the City of Destruction by the Bible.
It's known in India as Kashi (Kashmir). It's also known as Novgorod in Russia.
But here in America, it goes by another name - The Town That Disappeared.
A small community of 1200 people in western New York State vanished. No bodies, cars, houses, nothing was left behind except a road sign pointing to its former location.
This little community vanished and no trace remains to indicate where or when it disappeared. Some say the earth swallowed it up. Others say it was destroyed in a meteorite collision. Others claim it was taken away by aliens.
The residents of this once prosperous community believe that whatever happened, their town is not gone forever. They had just moved from one town to the other.
There is even a website dedicated to tracking the disappearance of the lost city of Zugspitz.
You might be wondering where this town went. It's in Switzerland.
Zugspitze is situated on the border between Germany und Austria. The lake Lake Zugspitze is just beyond the mountain's summit.
I have always been fascinated by the fact that so many towns have vanished, but some remain. What is the difference between some towns that disappear and others that survive? I set out to find out.
I wanted to learn more about mysteriously disappearing towns. What makes a town disappear? How can one place vanish from existence?
It turns out that there are several theories about the phenomenon of vanishing towns. One theory suggests that a community disappears when all of its buildings are removed. Another theory says that the town just moves. A third theory claims that the town never existed at all.
Although theories may be a bit speculative, it is a fact that numerous towns have been destroyed by the elements. This video examines the history and current status of these places.
How does the brain control the functions of your body?
The brain relays messages to other parts of the body to ensure their functionality. Your brain controls all that happens in your body. It tells your stomach to digest food and your lungs to breathe air; it tells your arms and legs to move.
Your brain consists of billions of nerve cells connected in groups called neurons. Neurons communicate by sending electrical signals, called action potentials, on axons. Each neuron has a cell membrane surrounding its nucleus. The membrane contains channels that allow ions like sodium and potassium to enter the cell and leave it. The neuron fires when there is ion movement.
Neurotransmitters are chemicals released when a neuron fires. Neurotransmitters are able to bind to receptors in the second neuron. This opens ion channels that allow ions to flow in and out. In turn, the second neuron also fires.
Neurotransmitter releases occur when a presynaptic neurons receives an input from another neuron. The impulse travels along an synapse between the neurons. The transmitter binds at the receptors of the post-synaptic Neuron and triggers its firing.
For communication within the nervous systems, neurotransmitters are essential. They also help coordinate activity between different parts of the brain.
Statistics
- It might not sound like something that's truly plausible — and it is quite rare — but according to a 2015 study published in the Asian Cardiovascular & Thoracic Annals, it's possible to hurt yourself and even break a rib just by sneezing. (romper.com)
- According to a 2018 study published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, this is because blood pressure is regulated by our innate circadian rhythm and internal clock. (romper.com)
- In one 2014 study published in the Archives of Medical Science that sought to study the prevalence of these mites, research showed that 41% of the people had them hanging out in their eyelashes. (romper.com)
- In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, you make 15 to 30 gallons of tears each year, which is insane when you think about it. (romper.com)
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (romper.com)
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Hollywood scandals that stunned the entire world
It's shocking to see someone make a name for themselves. But there's also nothing worse than seeing them fall from grace.
It's amazing to see how the industry responds to their mistakes. We've all heard about celebrities who took too much alcohol and drugs. Some even died young because of it.
But, the worst part? When those stars openly discuss their issues and are ignored by everyone. We found ourselves in that situation last week.
Heath Ledger gave up after a long career that was successful. He took too many prescription pills and died shortly after.
His family and friends were unable to accept his death, and the media was quick to criticize him.
Heath was once considered one of the most talented actors working today. Two Academy Awards nominations went to Heath for his performance on Brokeback Mountain.
In addition to acting, Heath also wrote and directed films, including A Knight's Tale, Monster's Ball, and Iron Man 3.
Hollywood loved Heath. However, he quickly grew too large. He began using drugs and drinking heavily. He was eventually able to get clean and went to rehab.
He was now sober and wanted to make amends. He then made "Room 237," a documentary that chronicled The Shining's making. It was supposed to be released this year, but now it won't hit theaters until next year.
Heath attempted to get into Hollywood every time. In fact, he was actually twice arrested for drug-related charges.
We're not saying Heath should have been allowed back into show business. But it would have been nice to get some help before things spiralled out of control.
We hope Heath’s story can be an example to other people who believe they can still have it all.