"I like a challenge every now and then." -Mike #Triumph #RJMitte💔 Emmy, Golden Globe award winning works #cerebalpalsy #advocate #gonetoosoon

"Your father used to say you were put here for a reason." -Martha Kent #SupermanReturns #EvaMarieSaint💔Oscar, Emmy winning actress. #Hollywood #legendary #beauty

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"I don’t come up here because I am sad, I come up here because I am happy. Let me show you something because you’re a good friend. Anyone can do it – just use your imagination."-Eeyore (cloud scene), Piglets Big Movie Peter Cullen💔 #extraordinary #voiceactor

"It's the lost city of Zinj. Which I have looked for all my life." -Herkermer Homolka, Congo #TimCurry💔 #actor #producer #voiceactor #TheCheshireCat

"Let me tell you something. All boys are pathetic." -Beth Cooper, I Love You, Beth Cooper, Hayden Panettiere💔#childactor #actress #TV #film #author #gonetosoon

"What? So! You've been telling everybody I'm sleeping with you, huh? Well, that explains it; that's why these people treat me like some dime-store floozy. They all think I'm screwing the boss!" -Doralee Rhodes 9 to 5 #DollyParton💔#legendary

"Armenian men are being slaughtered in their villages. Their women and children are being driven into the desert to be murdered...send that." -Chris Myers #ThePromise #ChristianBale #End #GazaGenocide‌ #LebanonGenocide #historical #restorepeace #Artists4Ceasefire

"I walk on glass, on the mirror that breaks, I walk on skulls... I walk on this crumbling world." -Ludovic #TheZookeeper #SamNeill 💔 #actor #extraordinary #talent #kind #humble #BacktotheCinema

"I never thought I'd see the day when the President of the United States would raise an army to invade his own country. No, Mister Blair, I cannot... I will not lead it." -Gen. Robert E Lee. #GodsandGenerals #TedTurner💔RIH #American #producer #mediamogul #philanthropist

"Sometimes, it's fun to run with the pack." -Booker #TheExpendables2 #ChuckNorris💔RIH #legend #actor #producer #martialarts #master #charities #USAF #familyman #goodguy

..."Watch me learn that after death there's nothing. There's no more watching. There's no more following. No love. Say goodbye to Hazel for me. And say it to yourself, too. None of us has much time." -Sammy Barnathan #SynecdocheNY #TomNoonan💔RIH #actor

Performers, Politics, and PR: America's 250th Reflection Some of my connections know my background in music lanes, so I wasn’t surprised to receive messages about artists like #MorrisDay, #MartinaMcBride, #TheCommodores and others withdrawing from America’s 250th birthday celebration — the Great American State Fair, taking place this summer in Washington, D.C. Reviewing press releases and coverage, I found myself searching for the clear “core issue.” The reporting often stayed surface-level, which is common when narratives align with one side. I understand some performers have strong personal objections to President Trump and his administration. That’s their right. What strikes me, however, is how frequently entertainers leverage their platforms from red carpets, awards shows, concerts, and social media to amplify political views. Yet, when it comes to a once-in-a-lifetime national milestone, some choose to step back. Ricky Gervais captured this tension perfectly in his memorable Golden Globes monologue: he simply didn’t care about the Hollywood political lectures. Many of us feel the same. The very essence of an entertainer’s job is to entertain. Most artists have fans across the political spectrum — left, right, and center, who buy tickets, stream music, and support their work. Do performers typically pause to calculate that mix before taking the stage? Of course not. That’s why it’s disappointing when commitments are dropped for political reasons. From a purely professional standpoint, these events are about showing up, delivering for the audience, and honoring the opportunity. The fans — “The People” — are the ones who ultimately lose when talent pulls out. Politicians move on quickly; audiences remember who was (or wasn’t) there for a historic celebration. Wearing my marketing/ PR hat, I’m even more puzzled. This is a nationally televised, heavily streamed event with massive built-in media coverage — the kind of brand exposure money can’t usually buy. Passing on it in favor of taking a political stance means handing the spotlight, goodwill, future media moments and infinite social media to those who do participate. Not about partisanship. No one at the gate is checking party voter preference. It’s a celebration of America’s milestone, open to people from every state and walk of life. Ultimately, careers are built on consistent delivery, fan connection, and smart brand decisions — not temporary headlines that fade by the next news cycle. Those who show up will likely gain visibility, positive associations, and memories that last far longer than any political gesture. I'd love to hear thoughts. Have you seen artists or brands navigate the intersection of performance, politics, and PR effectively? What’s the right balance in your view?  Personally...Cest la vie! #Music #Performers #EntertainmentIndustry #PublicRelations #PersonalBranding #Leadership #America250 #RickyGervais #MorrisDayandtheTime @rustyrockets @joerogan @billmaher

"Said I love the lie, lie the love Hangin' on with a push and shove Possession is the motivation Hangin' up the whole damn nation Looks like we always end up in a rut Tryin' to make it real, but compared to what?" #RobertaFlack💔 #ComparedtoWhat 🎶

"Giving sound advice." -Marv #NearlyDeparted #RobertCarradine 💔#actor #producer #father #carradinebrothers #BacktotheCinema

"I don't think you're gonna get another opportunity like this. So take it." -Marcus #Burlesque #EricDane💔 #actor #husband #girldad #ALSadvocacy #honest @netflix #messageliveson #Georgia #Billie #BacktotheCinema

"Keep and eye out, alight?" -Officer Treadwell #LaborDay #JamesVanDerBeek 💔#familyman #actor #TV #film #50MostBeautifulPeople #faithful #kind #cherished #BacktotheCinema

"Hey! One more word. Go on, look around you. You're standing in one of the last great cathedrals in this country built on the premise that you and you alone are responsible for the consequences of your actions" -Judge Joseph Palmer #TheJudge #RobertDuvall💔#iconic