Being Loyal Pays Off - Big Time!

Hollywood actress, Ruth Ford who died last year at the age of 98 gave her entire £5.6 Million fortune to her butler! And her family? Oh, they got nothing.

Mrs Ford owned two apartments in the Dakota Building, New York. These now belong to Indra Tamang, her Nepalese butler who was raised in a mud hut in the rural parts of Nepal. That's not all he got. He also got her valuable collection of Russian surrealist art. The only things he didn't get was her clothes and jewellery, though, I'm sure his wife will make good use of them.

Mr Tamang lived with his wife and three daughters in a small house in Queens and he said he was, "grateful, honoured and humbled" by Mrs Ford's generosity. (Telegraph) Who wouldn't? I would visit her grave every day if I was left that much.

The 57 year old butler cooked, cleaned and cared for Mrs Ford's brother until he died, then did the same for her. Too bad he wont be working anymore. I'm sure her younger family would want the same service.

Well, loyalty does pay off. Just don't go leaving your fortune to your dogs, if they're the only ones who have been loyal to you. If you have no one to leave it to, comment and I shall send you an email with my details.

On a more serious note, Mr Tamang, you should sell them Russian paintings at an auction and get yourself a few more millions.

'Ruined' Review

'Ruined' is about the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo and how women are subjected to unthinkable treatment by the army. The play is set in a bar/brothel run by Mama Nadi whose strong will, stubbornness and determination is so beautifully portrayed by Jenny Jules. Mama Nadi's bar is in a small miners village in Congo. She takes on two new girls; Salima and Sophie whose lives have been eclipsed by the cruelty men inflicted on them. Mama Nadi's place attracts the attention of two rival forces and because her hunger for business is so great, she befriends both forces which will bring bad luck.

From the start the vibrant costumes and set (Robert Jones) capture the audience into a bubble they do not want to leave. As the live music from the drum and guitar players on stage starts, you feel almost part of the scene. The naturalistic essence of the play is so vivid you can even smell what Mama Nadi's place is like.

The writer, Lynn Nottage captures the lives of these people so well it brings you to tears. The direction by Indhu Rubasingham sweeps the audience into an almost hypnotic trance as they lean in as far as they can to immerse themselves into each message, sound and movement this play has to offer.

If the resounding roar of applause and standing ovations by the audience is anything to go by, I would say this was undoubtedly the best play I have seen to date.

Would recommend it to anyone who has a pumping heart!

'Ruined' is showing at the Almeida Theater until the 5th of June! Go to the website by clicking the link below. On there click "BOOK NOW" and get your tickets!

http://www.almeida.co.uk/production_details/production_details.aspx?code=91

Update.

Hey guys! So the media is now obsessed with the new Prime Minister. I for one, don't really give a toss and I don't want to taint my blog with politics! So keep checking for a cooler post!

Peace

MrJournal

SOS Rocks the UK Music Scene

Lately most of my entries have mostly been about music, but how can I resist with so many hot artists out there?

The latest boy band to rejuvenate my iPod is Sons Of Soul (SOS). These four boys are making a hell of an entrance with their sizzling cross between RnB and Soul. They have a futuristic, fashionable look to complement their music which is brought through in their new video for their extremely catchy song, 'Candy Girl'.

Check out the video below! In contrast to the bubble gum pop that is JLS, the guys in SOS have a fresh sound and style that I have yet to see hit the industry.

'Candy Girl' is available to download worldwide from iTunes and other major digital stores from 15th May 2010. BUY IT! BUY IT!

This song makes me want to 'Woohoo'

Christina Aguilera has released the second song from her album 'Bionic'. After the sizzling 'Not Myself Tonight' she gives us a head-banging collaboration with Nicki Minaj.

'Woohoo' is an upbeat track that Christina added to her album last minute and she still manages to keep those amazing vocals in there, showing off true talent. I like it, but I don't love it as much as 'Not Myself Tonight'. It is still a great track though and I can not wait for this album to be released.

Listen to it below!

P.S. Doesn't sound anything like Gaga!

Naked Gardening Day

Despite the weather its the fifth annual 'World Naked Gardening Day' in the UK. The weird event is held on the first Saturday of May every year. It is intended for those gardening fans to take care of their gardens butt - nekked! The creators of this day are encouraging people to do this in the privacy of their own garden or take it to a more public place like the park. If you are doing it, don't go to St. James' Park. I'm sure the only hung thing the Queen wants to see right now is the Parliament.

The creators also believe this will help bring communities together and it is a chance for all ages and backgrounds to embrace the environment! OK, I still fail to see the point of this, I'm sure whoever doesn't mind being naked will do it any other day, it doesn't need to be a special event!

What do you think? Would you go naked for plants?

Live On Oprah

Yesterday Christina Aguilera rocked the stage on Oprah's show for the first time in this 'Bionic' era! Her vocals were amazing as always, her energy was through the roof and well, I think the video speaks for itself.

Oh, and how big is that Oprah studio? It's like an arena in there!