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

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 Toronto. [...]

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

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?

  The very first episode that started it all.

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

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 & [...]

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

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 [...]

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

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

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

(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 [...]

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

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

(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 [...]

Brad meets original Beach Boys Brian Wilson, Mike Love, and Bruce Johnston. Autographs and photos on HoundsTV

(July 7-08) – Today we met founding Beach Boys members Brian Wilson, Mike Love and Bruce Johnston. As ironic as it sounds they WERE NOT travelling together and all arrived into Pearson Airport within an hour of one another. Brian Wilson was not as friendly as he has been in the past, but still signed [...]

Shania Twain makes a surprise appearance and signs autographs while waiting for Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant in Toronto

(July 13-08) – We were waiting at Pearson Airport in Toronto for Led Zeppelin front man Robert Plant to arrive in town for his concert with Alison Krauss. To our surprise – we stumbled upon an even rarer sighting….SHANIA TWAIN arriving at Toronto airport off an international flight. Never an easy one to catch up [...]

Video Ep7: HoundsTV (NYC) – Brad looks for WOODY ALLEN at Knicks game for Annie autographs

  The second series of Hounds for Life Network had us shooting in New York. It was great to capture the architecture of the city. On this day, Brad was hot on the trail of Woody Allen who was taking in a New York Knicks game.

Elton John shops HMV records on Bloor St. Toronto and signs autographs for fans in the store

(February 29, 2008) Elton John was out and about shopping on Bloor St. Toronto today. He made a very rare and unscheduled stop in HMV records on Bloor St. In my many years of collecting autographs, I have always known Elton to be extremely unfriendly and a very bad signer. Today he totally changed my [...]

Luciano Pavarotti – an autograph legend passes

(Sept 06-07) Today we mourn the passing of a true gentleman and talent – Luciano Pavarotti. I had the honour of meeting him on a number of occasions in Toronto, Hamilton, New York & Detroit. Each time, he always had time to sign autographs and interact with his fans. Despite the fact that his security [...]

Video: David Beckham and LA Galaxy in town to play Toronto FC and fans at hotel looking for autographs

  It was Beckham-mania this past weekend in downtown Toronto. This video is of soccer superstar David Beckham leaving the King Edward Hotel where his LA Galaxy squad was staying. We haven’t seen a crowd this big for a celebrity leaving a hotel since Brad Pitt was in these parts last September. As for the [...]

Video Ep12: HoundsTV – Paul McCartney lands in Toronto for concert and Brad looks for the elusive Beatles autograph

Perhaps one of the more controversial scenes from the HoundsTV documentary series. When ex-Beatle Paul McCartney made a rare appearance on Canadian soil – Brad was taking out all the stops to try and get Sir Paul to sign some autographs – including bringing out young autograph helper – Billy. But some people feel using [...]

J.K. Rowling autographed Harry Potter books in big demand on eBay

Those Harry Potter books that were autographed by author J.K. Rowling during a rare stop in Toronto last week are in big demand on ebay. Brad managed to get a few of these books autographed and they have been selling for more than $1,200 each on ebay. What makes these books very hot is the [...]

Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling signs (a very few) autographs during a stop in Toronto – tells hounds to “screw-off”

(Oct-07) Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling made a brief appearance in Toronto this week and I managed to pull out all the stops and get half a dozen cherished Potter books signed. Mrs. Rowling attended the International Festival of Authors which marked her only appearance in Canada on this book tour. The first time I [...]

Video Ep19: HoundsTV – Heath Ledger signs autographs during 2005 Toronto Film Festival – in town for Brokeback Mountain with Anne and Jake

  (Jan-08) You can’t help but think back to the encounters a hound has with a celebrity who dies. The unfortunate news regarding Heath Ledger made us think back to a time during the 2005 Toronto Film Festival. Heath Ledger and cast were in Toronto to promote Brokeback Mountain. While this video shows Heath taking [...]

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