Drew Carey

What Trump’s Tv Cameos Might Mean For America

... As the American public continues to view political dialogue as a form of entertainment, Trump’s ultimate legacy may be a demand for our elected officials to be less versed in policy and governmental expertise, and comfortable instead with throwaway TV. While The Simpsons spoofed a Trump presidency way back in 2000, his once-frivolous TV appearances now have an unintended resonance. On the eve of his inauguration, let’s take a look at what these TV cameos suggest about a Trump presidency. The Drew Carey Show (1997). A recurring question throughout the 2016 election was how Donald Trump , a New York real estate tycoon, could relate to average Americans, particularly those in the Rust Belt. A surprising episode of The Drew Carey Show may have a clue. During the second season finale, Drew and his friends find themselves caught in New York City ...

Reviewing The Rumbles

... that name change). 15. Tazz. 19. K-Kwik (what a silly name, young R-Truth). 20. Val Venis. 25. The Undertaker (Biker Taker era). 26. Scotty 2 Hotty. 27. Stone Cold Steve Austin. 28. Billy Gunn. 29. Haku (Haha, what? I had no idea he was in this or even around at this point [to be fair, I’m not oblivious; I was not watching at this time because I was in college without cable]). 30. Rikishi (during his DESTRUCTIVELY poorly-planned heel turn). The Final Four. 4 th – Billy Gunn (eliminated by Austin). 3 rd – The Rock (eliminated by Kane). 2 nd – Kane (eliminated by Austin). WINNER –. Stone Cold Steve Austin. -The pre-Rumble video hype tells the stories of Rikishi, Kane, Undertaker, The Rock, and Austin. Good multi-tier storytelling that makes it seem like anyone (well… probably not Steve Blackman) could win. So much better than most years that focus on one or two guys and ...

At Veterans Inaugural Ball, Focus Was On 34 Medal Of Honor Recipients

... to reconnect. Sprayberry was looking forward to seeing retired Air Force Col. Leo Thorsness, 84. Thorsness — who spent six years in a prisoner of war camp in Hanoi – has leukemia, Sprayberry said. “You wouldn’t know it to talk to him — I guess it came with the training of Hanoi,” he said. “He’s made a real physical effort to be here, but it’s something he thought was important and we all respect him for that. So we are enjoying each other’s company while we may.”. Sprayberry received his medal in November 1973 for leading a patrol to rescue wounded soldiers in Vietnam in 1967. Guests at the ball walked down a red carpet, where they had their pictures taken before having drinks and dinner. A dessert reception featured 180 feet of walls covered with more than 600,000 poppies, representing Americans killed in action since the beginning of World War I. The ball is put on by the American Legion. “It’s our way of not only serving veterans but honoring veterans,” Legion National Commander ...

Wickliffe Man Wins Big On ‘the Price Is Right

... delivery of his prizes. Chad Felton — The News-Herald. By Chad Felton , The News-Herald. # Comments. “The Price Is Right” champion Mark Gruly, front, fourth from right in dark blue shirt, with family and friends at Wickliffe Eagles viewing party on Jan. 23. Chad Felton — The News-Herald. After three months of nondisclosure, Mark Gruly’s family and friends were finally able to share his joy and celebrate in his thrilling achievement. The Wickliffe resident is now champion of his favorite game show, “The Price Is Right.”. Since Gruly was contractually obligated to remain tight-lipped about what actually transpired on the show when it was originally recorded at the end of October, the viewing party crowd at Wickliffe Eagles on Jan. 23 burst with excitement when host Drew Carey announced Gruly as the Showcase winner. “Three months is a long time to keep a secret, and it’s been kind of hard not telling anyone,” Gruly said, amid cheers, high fives and pats on the back. “But it’s been completely worth it. It was so cool being there. It seems so random getting tickets and hearing, ‘Come on down!’ but it ends up completely amazing. What a way to return from a vacation, huh?”. Lisa ...