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NEWS: Line up around the block to meet fantasy author George R.R. Martin at Indigo Books in Toronto

March 14, 2012 · 1 Comment

TORONTO – Bestselling fantasy writer George R.R. Martin drew a very large crowd to Indigo Books on Bay st. while making a promotional stop in Toronto. In fact, the line up to have Mr. Martin sign a copy from his hit series of “A Song of Ice and Fire” books was probably the longest HoundsTV has ever witnessed at this particular book store (and we’ve been to many signings at this store over the years. Martin’s line was even longer than President Bill Clinton who recently had visited the store to sign books.) No doubt Mr. Martin’s increased popularity has been... [Read the full story]

Collectibles

SALE: Shania Twain signed “From This Moment On” hardcover book [$125.00]

March 8, 2012 · Leave a Comment

Hundreds of fans turned out to Indigo Books in downtown Toronto where country music icon, Shania Twain, made a rare in-person appearance. Shania was there to sign copies of her just published memoir, “From This Moment On.” It’s been a roller-coaster few years for the otherwise publicity-shy Shania. In 2008, her marriage to music producer Robert “Mutt” Lange broke down, when it was revealed that he’d been having an affair with their property manager and Shania’s best friend, Marie Anne Thiebaud. To add to the media fuel that had infringed on her personal life, Shania married Frédéric... [Read the full story]

Music

NEWS: Elvis Presley’s daughter calls Axl Rose “a pussy” for not drinking with her after Guns N’ Roses Fillmore show

March 7, 2012 · Leave a Comment

MIAMI – Axl Rose has been taking his Guns N’ Roses bandmates through a tour of intimate club dates. GnR started the small venue tour during February in New York and now has moved south into Florida. On March 5th, Guns N’ Roses played to a packed crowd at The Fillmore Miami Beach. Legendary autograph collector and concert goer @TheSigLibrary was in attendance to tweet an interesting story told by Axl that night. It seems Axl (who has a penchant for partying hard after shows) didn’t touch the booze after the previous night’s Orlando show because he “wanted to... [Read the full story]

Media

John Roberts and Kyra Phillips interview Slash in Toronto – are the CNN anchors getting hitched?

March 12, 2010 · Leave a Comment

photos courtesy shot7.com (HoundsTV – Toronto) CNN anchors, and real-life couple, Kyra Phillips and John Roberts made the trip north to Toronto to interview Canadian Music Week keynote guest – rock guitar god Slash. Roberts, a Toronto native has a long history of interviewing rock stars as he formally worked in music television in Canada during the eighties. During the interview, Phillips shared memories with Slash of neighborhood restaurants they would frequent as she and Slash grew up in the same LA neighborhood. It was during the last year’s Canadian Music Week that... [Read the full story]

Sports

NEWS: Hot Wheels Camaro diecast a highly coveted collectible at the Toronto Auto Show

March 8, 2012 · 1 Comment

The 2012 Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto set record attendance this year and people weren’t just going to look at all the slick new automobiles. Some shrewd Hot Wheels collectors were looking to bring home a car too. Specifically, a limited edition diecast collectible of a life-size Hot Wheels Camaro Concept created by Chevrolet and Hot Wheels. But Chevrolet wasn’t just giving away the hotly sought after diecast Camaro easily. You had to earn it. And being a little tech savvy (equipped with the right mobile) was the first step. In a first for an Auto Show floor –... [Read the full story]

Movies

SALE: CLINT EASTWOOD autographed DIRTY HARRY 26″ X 38″ movie poster [$995] signed in Toronto day before TIFF “Hereafter” premiere

September 27, 2010 · Leave a Comment

One of the most anticipated stars of the 2010 Toronto International Film Festival – CLINT EASTWOOD made his first trip to the city in twenty years. Eastwood came to Toronto to premiere at TIFF his latest directorial effort, “Hereafter” starring Matt Damon on Sunday, September 12th. HoundsTV was able to catch up to Clint Eastwood on his arrival into the city the day before. Leaving the private airfield, Mr Eastwood was very kind to stop and beautifully autograph this 26″ x 38″ movie poster of “Dirty Harry” [ $995.00 CAN ] – one of Clint’s... [Read the full story]

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NEWS: Hot Wheels Camaro diecast a highly coveted collectible at the Toronto Auto Show

SALE: Shania Twain signed “From This Moment On” hardcover book [$125.00]

NEWS: Elvis Presley’s daughter calls Axl Rose “a pussy” for not drinking with her after Guns N’ Roses Fillmore show

Muhammad Ali visits Toronto for David Foster Gala – certainly not the autographs or fanfare that accompanied The Champs last visit to city 8 years ago [VIDEO]

photo courtesy Richard Budman / shot7.com The Champ is here! Boxing legend Muhammad Ali returned to Toronto, Canada for the first time in almost a decade on November 19th. The Champ was making the single night visit to the city for an appearance at an annual David Foster Foundation benefit Gala. It was a much quieter return to Toronto for Ali... see more of this story

NEWS: Justin Bieber out for ice cream in Toronto days ahead of Air Canada Centre show

Pint-sized mega star Justin Bieber was spotted out in Toronto yesterday by some fans and @reemisradd got some great shots. Bieber is on a break from his hugely successful tour that brings Justin to the Air Canada Centre in a few days for a sold-out show. Bieber was spotted by fans enjoying ice-cream with his bodyguard in the Yonge Dundas area. They... see more of this story

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Collectibles

SALE: Shania Twain signed “From This Moment On” hardcover book [$125.00]

SALE: Muhammad Ali autographed Everlast boxing glove [$1,995] Signed w/ Cassius Clay inscription at The National in Cleveland

While it was sad to hear the days of Muhammad Ali signing autographs appear to be all but over (he was very frail on a recent visit to Toronto.) We do look back at some special and more memorable encounters we had with the Champ. One special time is certainly in Cleveland during 1997. When we heard that Ali was going to be the featured autograph... see more of this story

SALE: JIM PARSONS autographed Dr. Sheldon Cooper BIG BANG THEORY T-shirt [$150] signed in Toronto during press blitz

It was a BIG BANG in Canada when the cast of the hit show came to Toronto for a day of press and fun. The show which celebrates all things geek culture has only gotten more popular with the move to Thursday night on television (though one has to wonder if the shows large online fan base even noticed or cared about any tv scheduling change. The show... see more of this story

SALE: CLINT EASTWOOD autographed DIRTY HARRY 26″ X 38″ movie poster [$995] signed in Toronto day before TIFF “Hereafter” premiere

SOLD: Paul McCartney signs in Montreal after Bell Centre concert – Beatles Rarities album gatefold on famous butcher photo [$1,650]

It was just Paul McCartney’s second solo show ever in Montreal as Macca made a triumphant return to the city on August 12th with the current, “Up and Coming Tour.” While McCartney’s last concert in Montreal was in 1989, many did make the journey to Quebec City during the summer of 2008 when Paul played a historic concert in celebration... see more of this story

SALE: 1972 Canada-Russia hockey series – 25th Anniversary Canada Post First Day cover stamps [$20.00]

Back in 1997 Canada Post issued a set of stamps to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the 1972 Summit Series which pitted Canada vs. Russia and involved the very best players in world of hockey. The “Series of the Century” was famously won when Canada’s Paul Henderson scored the winning goal in the final game. The mint condition... see more of this story

SOLD: Jacques Villeneuve autographed 26″ x 38″ poster from Gilles Villeneuve museum [$169.00] signed at 1998 Montreal F1 race

It’s good to see Formula 1 racing back again at the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, Canada. When F1 suddenly departed the famous Circuit Gilles Villeneuve on Montreal Ile Notre-Dame after the 2008 Grand Prix – many thought F1 racing was finished in Canada for good. But it has made a triumphant return for 2010. HoundsTV has... see more of this story

SOLD: Paul McCartney autographed original ABBEY ROAD album cover [$1,750] – Signed in Dallas, Texas

I really have enjoyed the times I’ve managed to catch up to, and collect a signature from Sir Paul McCartney. You really can’t get much bigger than a Beatle. From my very first time hounding McCartney in Toronto in 2002, I have traveled to a few places in the world to see Sir Paul. You don’t always get lucky. Many... see more of this story

SOLD: Roberto Alomar autographed 8″ x 10″ photo of ’92 ALCS home run [$59.00] signed in Toronto while launching Second 2 None

Legendary Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Roberto Alomar was in Toronto recently to accept various honors and launch his new line of clothing and accessories – Roberto Alomar’s Second-2-None. This June, Alomar will also become one of Canada Sports Hall of Fame’s newest members (but we all know Alomar fans are really waiting... see more of this story

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