HBO movie » Kevin Bacon's latest role focuses on an assignment that generally goes unnoticed -- the task of a volunteer military escort. The 50-year-old actor was in town for the D.C. premiere of his new HBO film "Taking Chance," at the Motion Picture Association of America. The film premieres Feb. 21 on HBO. It is based on the first-person account of Lt. Col. Michael Strobl, who escorted the remains of Lance Cpl. Chance Phelps to the Marine's hometown in Dubois, Wyo. Bacon stars as Strobl, who served as the military consultant for the film and co-wrote the screenplay. Because of the true story behind the film, "it just feels like you're doing something that's just a little more important," Bacon said.
Assault allegations » Rihanna has postponed a concert in Malaysia this week, organizers said Tuesday, following reports that she accused her longtime boyfriend Chris Brown of assault. Rihanna's representatives informed Malaysia's Pineapple Concerts that the Feb. 13 show would have to be rescheduled "in light of recent events involving Rihanna."
Seeks $1 Million » The Village People's first cop wants a revamped version of the group to stop using his likeness and voice. Victor Willis claims companies continue to use his voice and picture to promote the new Village People. He is seeking at least $1 million and a judge's order that they can no longer use his image or voice.
