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Paul Newman – legendary actor, racecar owner, humanitarian, and one tough autograph passes at 83

September 27, 2008 by Brad · 1 Comment 

One of the last few legends left in Hollywood died earlier today at 83. I can certainly remember meeting Paul Newman on a few occasions over the years. While Mr. Newman was very private over the last decade and tough to bump into – the annual IndyCar race in Toronto would bring him to [...]

Celine Dion makes triumphant return to Toronto for first concert in 9 years – signs autographs and poses with collectors after the show

September 27, 2008 by Brad · Leave a Comment 

The biggest Canadian songstress of them all – Celine Dion made a stop in Toronto on her current Taking Chances world tour. It was Dion’s first concert in the city in 9 years. I was especially anxious to see Celine again after so much time. Mrs. Dion has always been one of the most demanded [...]

Video Ep1: HoundsTV – What is the Price of Fame? – the documentary series begins – Meet Brad and Michael – Does Jordan sign autographs?

September 26, 2008 by Brad · 2 Comments 

 
The very first episode that started it all.

BEST & WORST celebrity autograph signers during the 2008 Toronto Film Festival on tiff.shovine.com

September 26, 2008 by Brad · Leave a Comment 

I contributed to my ShoVine pals some thoughts and stories about Jimmy Page and his autograph habits (or lack of…) during his recent trip to Toronto for the 2008 Film Festival. They put together this BEST & WORST celebrity autograph signers list from the 2008 Toronto Film Festival.

visit tiff.shovine.com for the complete Best & Worst [...]

Led Zeppelin guitarist JIMMY PAGE comes to 2008 Toronto Film Festival with the EDGE and JACK WHITE – all prove to be very difficult autographs

September 26, 2008 by Brad · 6 Comments 

The documentary, IT MIGHT GET LOUD made a 2008 world premiere at the Toronto Film Festival. Notable for one reason – the doc features Jimmy Page, U2’s The Edge, and Whitestripes Jack White, all of whom came to Toronto to help promote the documentary.
I was anxious to try Page as I have been sitting on [...]

Iggy Pop reunites with the Stooges plays Massey Hall, Toronto and signs autographs and photos

September 26, 2008 by Brad · Leave a Comment 

Punk-rock legend IGGY POP made a stop at Toronto’s Massey Hall on a tour that reunites him with his original band – the Stooges. Lots of fans and autograph collectors were waiting for Iggy to exit after the show. A true class act, Iggy was kind enough to stop and greet fans and sign all [...]

David Beckham in Toronto for MLS All-Star Game stops in hotel lobby for fan pictures and autographs England and L.A. Galaxy football jerseys for HoundsTV

September 26, 2008 by Brad · Leave a Comment 

L.A Galaxy superstar soccer player David Beckham arrived in Toronto for the MLS All-Star Game. Catching him in the hotel lobby, Beckham was kind enough to take the time and autograph a few England and L.A Galaxy jerseys en-route to soccer practice this morning. David also paid a visit to Toronto’s Sick Kids Hospital and [...]

Paul McCartney in Quebec, Canada for birthday concert and signs autographs for HoundsTV leaving hotel

September 26, 2008 by Brad · Leave a Comment 

(Jul-08, Quebec City) ex-Beatle Sir Paul McCartney was spotted at the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac Hotel in Quebec City. McCartney was in-town to perform a concert for 200,000 people to celebrate the cities 400th anniversary.
We managed to catch McCartney and his large entourage as they were coming and going through a secret entrance of the [...]

Wimbledon finalist Roger Federer arrives in Toronto for Rogers Cup and proves to be tougher autograph than Rafael Nadal

September 26, 2008 by Brad · Leave a Comment 

Does winning Wimbledon make you an easier autograph? It sure seemed that way after meeting Rafael Nadal yesterday – and he was kind enough to autograph everything for us. Today was a little different with his fellow 2008 Wimbledon finalist Roger Federer. We greeted Roger on his way into Toronto for the Rogers Cup and [...]

2008 Wimbledon Champion Rafael Nadal lands in Toronto for Rogers Cup and autographs special Sports Illustrated cover for first time

September 26, 2008 by Brad · 1 Comment 

(July 18-08, Toronto) Today we met tennis superstar Rafael Nadal hot off the heals of his stunning 2008 Wimbledon victory over world #1 ranked Roger Federer. Nadal was a class act and more than happy to pose for pictures and sign every last item that we had. Nadal mentioned it was the first time he [...]

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