September 13

The Herald Sun: "There's no chance of Russell Crowe running out of puff as he drags on a cigarette while riding a scooter in Sydney this week. The actor is back in Australia after filming The Cinderella Man, about 1930s boxing champion Jim Braddock, in Canada. Crowe adopted a brutal training regime for the movie and clearly believes he has earned a smoke or two now. And he hasn't left Braddock behind entirely -- his jacket bears the name of the New Jersey town where the champ lived until his death in 1974." Thanks, Crowe Fan

Opinion, The Sunday Herald Sun: "Rusty's a top bloke -- I READ with enjoyment Russell Crowe's article "Why I bit bodyguard" (SHS, August 29). It brought me many happy memories of the filming of Gladiator in Malta between March and June 1999. I had the honour and pleasure of working with Russell on the film. The reason I'm writing is because I'm sick and tired of hearing people bag Russell. We read and hear so much rubbish about him and his private life. It is a welcome change to read something nice about this extraordinary actor and, more importantly, an extraordinary human being. Steven Schembri, Caroline Springs"

The Sunday NY Times: "March 14 2005-- CINDERELLA MAN -- Ron Howard directs his ''Beautiful Mind'' star, Russell Crowe, in the true story of Jim Braddock, the Depression-era prizefighter who rose from obscurity to challenge the heavyweight champ, Max Baer (Craig Bierko). Renee Zellweger is Braddock's wife; with Paul Giamatti and Paddy Considine."

The Sun Herald: "Ward's ball a king hit with stars -- WHEN The Diary revealed Rachel Ward's plans to host the Mother Of All Balls, we have to admit we weren't anticipating Ward would pull off Sydney's hottest-ever charity event. But if the RSVP-ers being touted by organisers do end up rocking up in their requested ball gown/tiara/white tie dress code on next Saturday's red carpet at the Hordern Pavilion, that's what it could well be. Top of the list are Russell Crowe, Danielle Spencer, Naomi Watts (supposedly flying in from the King Kong set in Wellington for the occasion), fresh-from-Broadway Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness and, of course, Ward and husband Bryan Brown. With entertainers such as Deni Hines, Glenn Shorrock and Jenny Morris generously donating time and companies donating goodies for auction, let's hope Ward and co reach or better their $500,000 target in aid of the Big Sister Big Brother and Aunties and Uncles mentoring programs."

New Line Cinema: Available for the First Time on DVD this November, PROOF, THE RAPTURE and EVEN COWGIRLS GET THE BLUES Showcase Early Performances from Today’s Hottest Stars - Thanks, barbiecat

Melody at Aussie Books has copies of the NZ Woman's Day with the paparazzi pictures of Russell and Charlie. Here is her link. (I will not put the pictures on site. You will be able to see them in oodles of other places)

September 12

The NY Times Sophisticated Traveler Magazine - Tasmania (Free registration required)

Isis at Kaspinet has wonderful snaps from Proof. Thanks, Ivani

The Daily Telegraph: Crowe junior's cover blown [A shame!] Thanks, chattles

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September 11 - We remember...

The Herald Sun: Russelling up Father's Day. Thanks, barbiecat

From Toramaru: Russell is in Ruth Rendell's new novel - "The Rottweiler": In a paragraph starting on page 58, a young couple went to see a film called "The Treasure of Sixth Avenue " -- " Kim had already said how much she liked Russell Crowe and Sandra Bullock, so Will identified these actors and was pleased with himself when they soon reappeared and he recognised them. The story wasn't difficult to follow.The principals were a bank robber, his girlfriend and a sidekick...."and it goes on to page 63. Russell's name's mentioned at least a dozen times.

The Sun UK: Who are the Reel Men? - (Click on Richard Burton's image) Thanks, Rita

The Sun UK: Ready, Steady, Crowe. (See left) Thanks, Rita

September 10

Magazine Alert: In Touch (U.S., 9/20): p. 29 (sidebar) - pix from TI and post-CM w/text. --- OK! (U.K., 9/14): p. 34 - pic w/text. Thanks, Allison

Hamilton Spectator: He worked with Russell on CM -- 'Resident Evil' monster calls Burlington home. Thanks, Crowe Fan

Russell is sponsoring a tournament for the Axemen in January 2005. Thanks, Linda

Variety on 2005 movie openings: "Arguably, its new date is even more crowded, as studios look to capitalize on an early Easter. Also slated for March 18 is Russell Crowe starrer and Ron Howard-helmed "Cinderella Man," Warners' Sandra Bullock sequel "Miss Congeniality 2," Disney's "Ice Princess," which was recently moved to that date from a holiday launch, and Fox Searchlight's Woody Allen pic "Melinda and Melinda."" Thanks, Bea, Crowe Fan

The Cinderella Man book will be available at B&N on January 25 -- At Amazon on February 1, and a Cinderella Man Book/Cassette Pack at Amazon UK on April 30.

September 9

The NY Post: Football related -- "RUSSELL CROWE GLADIATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD: RB Curtis Martin (Jets). Repeats as the most driven, courageous, mentally tough player in the game. Runnersup: QB Steve McNair Titans). QB Brett Favre Packers). WR Wayne Chrebet (Jets). WR Jerry Rice Raiders). WR Hines Ward Steelers). MLB Ray Lewis Ravens)." Thanks, Crowe Fan

Superstars of ancient Rome - 9 September 2004 -- The Gold Coast Bulletin. Thanks, Crowe Fan

From Rita: For those [European] fans who have satellite tv the 'Taquilla Satellite' is allready showing Master and Commander! It started today.

ic Surrey on line: No Crowe-ing; Other Ways Of Speaking, Thirty Odd Foot of Grunts, Artemis. Thanks, Tricia

The AAP: Dani and Russell walking on the wharf on 9/5. Thanks, Ivani

September 8

The Courier Mail: Cinderella set to grace Oscar ball - by Alan Veitch - Thanks, Crowe Fan

The Toronto Star: 'Friendly paparazzi' crave privacy - Toronto's Louie D co-operates with stars to get photos - Claims celebrities actually like, and need, the publicity

The Australian: Collette joins tide returning (Russell mentioned) Thanks, Jack Manfred

ABC Western Plains au: "...In another kind of coup, two big names in Australian cinema will get together for a new project. Eucalyptus is a book by Murray Bail which will be put on the big screen and star Russell Crowe and Geoffrey Rush. The story has one man deflecting the advances of another who wants to woo his daughter. Geoffrey has just seen the release of his latest movie where he is very convincing as Peter Sellers!" Thanks, Jack Manfred at the MR Board

Updated September 13, 2004 10:54 AM

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