Growing up, Christopher Reeve's son, Will, would have "loved to race cars or toss a ball with my dad, but the technology didn't exist." "Now, thankfully, it does," the 23-year-old son of the late actor and former Superman star tells People, announcing the creation of Adaptoys, which are adapted versions of popular toys that will give people living with paralysis the chance to play with their families. (Reeve was paralyzed in 1995 after being thrown from a horse, and spent his life afterward working on behalf of people with spinal cord injuries.) The Adaptoys prototypes - a race car that runs on sip-and-puff technology,...
- 5/2/2016
- by Sharon Cotliar
- PEOPLE.com
The tightrope-walking daredevil put his life on the line, stepping out across the Grand Canyon on live TV on June 23. It certainly was a sight to see, and caused a huge reaction on Twitter.
Can we just say it? Nik Wallenda’s a little crazy — but boy, he definitely knows that high stakes make for great entertainment. The stakes couldn’t have been higher on June 23, when Nik, 34, walked a quarter-mile across the Grand Canyon, almost 1,500 feet above ground. The high-wire act had stars like Kaley Cuoco, Phillip Phillips and more biting their nails, and exuding extreme joy and relief when Nik successfully crossed the gap after a tense 23-minute journey.
Nik Wallenda’s Skywire Act: Celebs React On Twitter
The Big Bang Theory star could not believe that Nik actually ran the last bit of the wire act. “Did he just ‘jog it in’?!?!” she tweeted.
Meanwhile, Phillip was...
Can we just say it? Nik Wallenda’s a little crazy — but boy, he definitely knows that high stakes make for great entertainment. The stakes couldn’t have been higher on June 23, when Nik, 34, walked a quarter-mile across the Grand Canyon, almost 1,500 feet above ground. The high-wire act had stars like Kaley Cuoco, Phillip Phillips and more biting their nails, and exuding extreme joy and relief when Nik successfully crossed the gap after a tense 23-minute journey.
Nik Wallenda’s Skywire Act: Celebs React On Twitter
The Big Bang Theory star could not believe that Nik actually ran the last bit of the wire act. “Did he just ‘jog it in’?!?!” she tweeted.
Meanwhile, Phillip was...
- 6/24/2013
- by Andrew Gruttadaro
- HollywoodLife
Following Kevin’s horrific leg injury on March 31, celebrities began tweeting about the shocking moment caught on TV during the Louisville game. Read on for the kind words from Hollywood.
Kevin Ware has thoughts and prayers from his fans, family and celebrities. We told you that Kevin landed on his right leg wrong during the Louisville vs. Duke game on March 31, and his bone broke through his skin.
Kevin Ware’s Recovery — Lil Wayne, Matt Lauer & More Celebs Tweet Prayers
Lil Wayne: “May God be with Kevin Ware and his family. Ya in my prayers bro.”
Brad Paisley: “Man Oh Man Oh Man Oh Man…..That Kevin Ware Leg break is unreal. Sad for him. They seem like a great team though.”
Holly Robinson Peete: “Sending up #Prayers For Louisville’s Kevin Ware leg injury, players emotional.”
Larry King: “I’ve never seen a worse accident in a basketball game.
Kevin Ware has thoughts and prayers from his fans, family and celebrities. We told you that Kevin landed on his right leg wrong during the Louisville vs. Duke game on March 31, and his bone broke through his skin.
Kevin Ware’s Recovery — Lil Wayne, Matt Lauer & More Celebs Tweet Prayers
Lil Wayne: “May God be with Kevin Ware and his family. Ya in my prayers bro.”
Brad Paisley: “Man Oh Man Oh Man Oh Man…..That Kevin Ware Leg break is unreal. Sad for him. They seem like a great team though.”
Holly Robinson Peete: “Sending up #Prayers For Louisville’s Kevin Ware leg injury, players emotional.”
Larry King: “I’ve never seen a worse accident in a basketball game.
- 4/1/2013
- by Chloe Melas
- HollywoodLife
The Louisville-Duke game took a ghastly turn on Mar. 31 when Kevin landed awkwardly and broke his leg in multiple places. Almost immediately celebs and athletes took to Twitter to voice their shock, horror, and support. Keep reading to see their tweets.
It was a horrific scene at the Elite Eight game between Louisville and Duke when Kevin Ware’s right leg collapsed underneath him, breaking in more than one place.
The graphic image of Kevin’s leg snapping (and his bone protruding out of his skin) was replayed over and over again, and unsurprisingly the terrible news caused an enormous Twitter reaction — from fans, celebrities, and athletes alike.
Kevin Ware’s Horrific Injury: Celebs & Athletes React
Lil Wayne tweeted, “May God be with Kevin Ware and his family. Ya in my prayers bro.”
Former quarterback Joe Theismann sent out the message, “Watching Duke/ Louisville game my heart goes out to Kevin Ware.
It was a horrific scene at the Elite Eight game between Louisville and Duke when Kevin Ware’s right leg collapsed underneath him, breaking in more than one place.
The graphic image of Kevin’s leg snapping (and his bone protruding out of his skin) was replayed over and over again, and unsurprisingly the terrible news caused an enormous Twitter reaction — from fans, celebrities, and athletes alike.
Kevin Ware’s Horrific Injury: Celebs & Athletes React
Lil Wayne tweeted, “May God be with Kevin Ware and his family. Ya in my prayers bro.”
Former quarterback Joe Theismann sent out the message, “Watching Duke/ Louisville game my heart goes out to Kevin Ware.
- 4/1/2013
- by Andrew Gruttadaro
- HollywoodLife
Rap superstar Lil Wayne may hail from New Orleans, but when it comes to baseball, it looks like he reps San Francisco.
At game six of the World Series playoff game between the San Francisco Giants and the St. Louis Cardinals, the rapper led the crowd at At&T Park in "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" during the seventh inning stretch, while wearing a Giants jersey, gloves and hat.
"Just sung 'take me out to the ball game' @ the Giants game!!!," he tweeted after the game. "A true life highlight! I thank San Fran for rokkin wit me!"
So, why the San Francisco Giants? (Besides the fact that it's obviously the greatest team in the nation.) According to Lil Wayne's twitter account, the rapper is friends with infielder Ryan Theriot who left the Cardinals to join San Francisco this season. No word on how the two became friends,...
At game six of the World Series playoff game between the San Francisco Giants and the St. Louis Cardinals, the rapper led the crowd at At&T Park in "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" during the seventh inning stretch, while wearing a Giants jersey, gloves and hat.
"Just sung 'take me out to the ball game' @ the Giants game!!!," he tweeted after the game. "A true life highlight! I thank San Fran for rokkin wit me!"
So, why the San Francisco Giants? (Besides the fact that it's obviously the greatest team in the nation.) According to Lil Wayne's twitter account, the rapper is friends with infielder Ryan Theriot who left the Cardinals to join San Francisco this season. No word on how the two became friends,...
- 10/22/2012
- by Robin Wilkey
- Huffington Post
Lolo Jones, it's time to insert your foot firmly in your mouth.
The Olympic hurdler got herself into a bit of trouble yesterday when she accidentally sent an insensitive tweet to former Rutgers defensive lineman Eric LeGrand. The 22-year-old was paralyzed from the neck down after he suffered a spinal injury during a 2010 football game, but he has since made a career as a motivational speaker and author and frequently reaches out to his fans via Twitter. That's why his innocent tweet to Jones Tuesday night wasn't out of character.
"@lolojones want to race me?" he tweeted.
Cute, right? The only problem is that Jones was unaware that LeGrand was paralyzed and only knew him from his football career. Cue her response: "Get Checked for a concussion. Clearly, u've been hit in the head... Cos u arnt beating a track athlete."
It didn't take long for Jones to realize her mistake.
The Olympic hurdler got herself into a bit of trouble yesterday when she accidentally sent an insensitive tweet to former Rutgers defensive lineman Eric LeGrand. The 22-year-old was paralyzed from the neck down after he suffered a spinal injury during a 2010 football game, but he has since made a career as a motivational speaker and author and frequently reaches out to his fans via Twitter. That's why his innocent tweet to Jones Tuesday night wasn't out of character.
"@lolojones want to race me?" he tweeted.
Cute, right? The only problem is that Jones was unaware that LeGrand was paralyzed and only knew him from his football career. Cue her response: "Get Checked for a concussion. Clearly, u've been hit in the head... Cos u arnt beating a track athlete."
It didn't take long for Jones to realize her mistake.
- 10/3/2012
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
Los Angeles, California (X17online) - After taking home the NBA Championship with the Miami Heat last month, LeBron James' winning streak is still going strong. The basketball superstar won a leading three individual trophies at last night's Espy Awards, including Male Athlete of the Year, Best Championship Performance and Best NBA Player categories. James and the Heat also won the Best Team award, with Juwan Howard and Mike Miller accepting for the squad, as James is currently in Las Vegas training with the rest of the U.S. national basketball team for the upcoming London Olympics. Los Angeles Kings goalie Jonathan Quick won Best NHL Player after helping the franchise win its first Stanley Cup title, and Galaxy star David Beckham earned Best Mls Player honors. The Kings also won for Best Upset after beating the New Jersey Devils 4-2 to win the Stanley Cup this June. Texas Rangers...
- 7/12/2012
- x17online.com
The Spike Guys Choice Awards brought together some of the hottest men and sexiest ladies in TV, film, and sports in La tonight. The show airs Monday at 9 p.m. Est with stars like Mila Kunis, Emma Stone, Channing Tatum, and Adam Sandler participating in the fun. Justin Timberlake accepted the entertainer of the year award from Jeremy Renner while Rock of Ages costars Malin Akerman, in Emporio Armani, and Julianne Hough, wearing a sexy full-length Michael Kors, took a break from press and let loose with the guys. Other Summer blockbuster stars were also on hand for the celebration including Magic Mike's Matthew McConaughey, The Dark Knight Rises's director Christopher Nolan and Christian Bale, and That's My Boy funny men Adam Sandler and Andy Samberg. Athletes Kobe Bryant and Aaron Rodgers proudly accepted top honors and joined the crowd in applauding NFL hopeful Eric LeGrand, who was paralyzed from a neck injury,...
- 6/3/2012
- by Katie Henry
- Popsugar.com
Former Rutgers star Eric LeGrand -- the paralyzed NFL hopeful who was symbolically drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers -- is about to receive another manly honor ... courtesy of the manliest men's men in TV.A rep for Spike TV tells TMZ, the network is planning to award LeGrand the first ever Guysman Trophy at the Guys Choice Awards tomorrow -- and it will be presented to him by famed manly man Ray Liotta.LeGrand...
- 6/1/2012
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
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