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Cory W · 07-19-2004, 03:01 PM

LAS VEGAS - Singer Linda Ronstadt (news) not only got booed, she got the boot after lauding filmmaker Michael Moore and his new movie "Fahrenheit 9/11" during a performance at the Aladdin hotel-casino.

Before singing "Desperado" for an encore Saturday night, the 58-year-old rocker called Moore a "great American patriot" and "someone who is spreading the truth." She also encouraged everybody to see the documentary about President Bush (news - web sites).

Ronstadt's comments drew loud boos and some of the 4,500 people in attendance stormed out of the theater. People also tore down concert posters and tossed cocktails into the air.

"It was a very ugly scene," Aladdin President Bill Timmins told The Associated Press. "She praised him and all of a sudden all bedlam broke loose."

Timmins, who is British and was watching the show, decided Ronstadt had to go ? for good. Timmins said he didn't allow Ronstadt back in her luxury suite and she was escorted off the property.

Ronstadt's antics "spoiled a wonderful evening for our guests and we had to do something about it," Timmins said.

Timmins said it was the first time he sent a performer packing.

"As long as I'm here, she's not going to play," Timmins said.

Ronstadt had been booked to play the Aladdin for only one show.

Calls to Ronstadt's manager were not immediately returned.

In an interview with the Las Vegas Review-Journal before the show, Ronstadt said "I keep hoping that if I'm annoying enough to them, they won't hire me back."

Looks like she got her wish.

directfiesta · 07-19-2004, 03:04 PM

Wonder if it would have been Dennis Miller ????

Cory W · 07-19-2004, 03:05 PM

One thing to cancel the show if people are upset, but really, people were throwing drinks?

And why escort her out? I don't think she will blow the place up.

brand0n · 07-19-2004, 03:08 PM

maybe they were all from saudi arabia

Cory W · 07-19-2004, 03:17 PM

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Originally posted by brand0n
maybe they were all from saudi arabia

I can't stand Aladdin.

Mike AI · 07-19-2004, 03:17 PM

Maybe she is just talentless....

xxxdesign-net · 07-19-2004, 03:20 PM

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Originally posted by WEGCashCory

Ronstadt's comments drew loud boos and some of the 4,500 people in attendance stormed out of the theater. People also tore down concert posters and tossed cocktails into the air.

"It was a very ugly scene," Aladdin President Bill Timmins told The Associated Press. "She praised him and all of a sudden all bedlam broke loose."

Lots of passionate republicans in Vegas... The Sin City...

Maybe a boycott will follow.. stay tune!

Cory W · 07-19-2004, 03:21 PM

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Originally posted by Mike AI
Maybe she is just talentless....

Hahaha....no one is questioning that

ronbotx · 07-19-2004, 03:26 PM

Maybe the fine people in attendance aren't a bunch of Michael Moore BUTT KISSERS like those found on GFY.

Corleone · 07-19-2004, 03:29 PM

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Originally posted by ronbotx
Maybe the fine people in attendance aren't a bunch of Michael Moore BUTT KISSERS like those found on GFY.

if you hate america -> vote4bush

Cory W · 07-19-2004, 03:31 PM

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Originally posted by ronbotx
Maybe the fine people in attendance aren't a bunch of Michael Moore BUTT KISSERS like those found on GFY.

My guess is that the Aladdin does not draw a real liberal crowd to that venue.

Besides, did you see her outfit? Damn tacky if you ask me.

directfiesta · 07-19-2004, 03:35 PM

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Originally posted by ronbotx
Maybe the fine people in attendance aren't a bunch of Michael Moore BUTT KISSERS like those found on GFY.

LOL ... did you even see the flick... probably not!

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?Fahrenheit 9/11? reshapes indie film world
Michael Moore's documentary blazes trail for others

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Thanks in part to the success of "Fahrenheit 9/11," theatre owners are more willing to book controversial films.

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http://msnbc.msn.com/id/5462502

Tom_PMs · 07-19-2004, 03:43 PM

Only republicans can afford to go out?
The whole thing is nutty.

Cory W · 07-19-2004, 03:48 PM

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Originally posted by Tom_PM
Only republicans can afford to go out?
The whole thing is nutty.

Sort of Hunter S. Thompson

zanycash Pete · 07-19-2004, 03:53 PM

The problem with celebrities, or former celebrities! Is that they don't know when to shut the fuck up! People are there to be entertained, it's not a political forum.

Peaches · 07-19-2004, 04:04 PM

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Originally posted by WEGCashCory
One thing to cancel the show if people are upset, but really, people were throwing drinks?

And why escort her out? I don't think she will blow the place up.

If people were throwing drinks at her, don't you figure escorting her out was for her own protection? She probably even requested it.

Cory W · 07-19-2004, 04:07 PM

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Originally posted by Peaches
If people were throwing drinks at her, don't you figure escorting her out was for her own protection? She probably even requested it.

True. Good point.

I don't care what your politics are, who your favorite NFL team is, or if the airline lost your luggage, throwing drinks is idiotic.

NBDesign · 07-19-2004, 04:11 PM

Show tickets at those casinos are pretty high... guess if I wanted to see a performer... I would want a performance and not their political views. Of course I would only boo... not toss an over priced, water downed cocktail into the air.

Kingfish · 07-19-2004, 04:12 PM

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Originally posted by zanycash Pete
The problem with celebrities, or former celebrities! Is that they don't know when to shut the fuck up! People are there to be entertained, it's not a political forum.

I agree with that. Now when will you be writing fox to get Bill O?Riely, Rush and Sean Vannity to just shut up. Nobody wants to hear a bunch of entertainers talking about politics.

SuckOnThis · 07-19-2004, 04:33 PM

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Originally posted by zanycash Pete
The problem with celebrities, or former celebrities! Is that they don't know when to shut the fuck up! People are there to be entertained, it's not a political forum.

Then tell Dennis Miller or that hick fuck Charlie Daniels.

Peaches · 07-19-2004, 04:38 PM

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Originally posted by WEGCashCory
True. Good point.

I don't care what your politics are, who your favorite NFL team is, or if the airline lost your luggage, throwing drinks is idiotic.

No kidding - even sadder when you realize the vast majority of those buying Linda Ronstadt tickets were probably, ahem, older adults

fr8 · 07-19-2004, 04:43 PM

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Originally posted by SuckOnThis
Then tell Dennis Miller or that hick fuck Charlie Daniels.

But thats what they are known for. So it wouldnt be a surprise for them to say something like that.

Cory W · 07-19-2004, 04:46 PM

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Originally posted by Peaches
No kidding - even sadder when you realize the vast majority of those buying Linda Ronstadt tickets were probably, ahem, older adults

I bet the nickel slots had a wait after they were all exited.

Terrible outfit.

Jace · 07-19-2004, 10:33 PM

there has to be WAY more to this story than the news is reporting....

when I saw moores movie, the theatre was packed, and people stood and clapped for almost 30-40 seconds after the movie was over....a standing ovation at a MOVIE, how often does that happen anymore

the movie was all right, the parts I found the most interesting were the stories of the soldiers and families of those that died

but there has to be WAY more to this story

Sarah_Jayne · 07-20-2004, 05:51 AM

so now if we disagree with something someone says we have a right to throw things at them?

titmowse · 07-20-2004, 06:17 AM

read the article again. it was a one-night gig and she wanted them to fire her. mission accomplished.

mindoza · 07-20-2004, 06:19 AM

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Originally posted by zanycash Pete
The problem with celebrities, or former celebrities! Is that they don't know when to shut the fuck up! People are there to be entertained, it's not a political forum.

There are celebrities I avoid because I do not need a political lesson or get down with the cause, I need to forget about the external world and just enjoy the entertainment. Some major offenders
1. Bono
2. Senade O'conner (sp) oldie but goodie
3. Lauren Hill

EviLSuperstaR · 07-20-2004, 06:24 AM

Bill Timmins
President
Aladdin Casino and Hotel
Las Vegas, NV

July 20, 2004

Dear Mr. Timmins:

I understand from the news reports I've read that, after Linda Ronstadt, one of America's greatest singers, dedicated a song to me from your stage on Saturday night, you instructed your security guards to remove her from the Aladdin, which they did.

What country do you live in? Last time I checked, Las Vegas is still in the United States. And in the United States, we have something called "The First Amendment." This constitutional right gives everyone here the right to say whatever they want to say. All Americans hold this right as sacred. Many of our young people put on a uniform and risk their lives to defend it. My film is all about asking the questions that should have been asked before those brave soldiers were sent into harms way.

For you to throw Linda Ronstadt off the premises because she dared to say a few words in support of me and my film, is simply stupid and Un-American. Frankly, I have never heard of such a thing happening. I read that you wouldn't even let her go back up to her room at your hotel! Are you crazy? For crying out loud, it was a song DEDICATION! To "Desperado!" Every American loves that song! Sure, some people didn't like the dedication, and that's their right. But neither they nor you have the right to remove her from your building when all she did was exercise her AMERICAN right to speak her mind.

Of all the things that go on in Las Vegas, this is what creates the need for serious action? What about the other half of the crowd at the Aladdin who, according to the Las Vegas Sun, cheered her when she made her remarks? Did you throw them out, too?

I think you owe Ms. Ronstadt an apology. And I have an idea how you can make it up to her -- and to the millions of Americans you have offended. Invite her back and I'll join her in singing "America the Beautiful" on your stage. Then I will show "Fahrenheit 9/11" free of charge to all your guests and anyone else in Las Vegas who wants to see it.

Mr. Timmins, as the song "Desperado" says -- "Come to your senses!" How can you refuse this offer? I await your reply.

Yours,
Michael Moore
Director, "Fahrenheit 9/11"

Khun · 07-20-2004, 06:24 AM

People didnt come for a political debate. Guess she should have considered that if she didnt want things thrown at her.

Btw, here's an obligatory "Fuck Michael Moore" for good measure.

benc · 07-20-2004, 06:26 AM

I hope that lardass dies of a heart attack.

titmowse · 07-20-2004, 06:29 AM

she waited till the encore to make the comment. the audience got their damned show.

sounds to me like this crowd was the kind that only knows her from that fucking fievel song. anybody who knows a damned thing about linda ronstadt knows she's politically passionate.

i bet you dollars to doughnuts it was a contractual obligation to perform for an audience who didn't appreciate her. she got out of her contract and had her say to boot.

good for her.

Cory W · 07-20-2004, 09:01 AM

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Originally posted by titmowse
she waited till the encore to make the comment. the audience got their damned show.

sounds to me like this crowd was the kind that only knows her from that fucking fievel song. anybody who knows a damned thing about linda ronstadt knows she's politically passionate.

i bet you dollars to doughnuts it was a contractual obligation to perform for an audience who didn't appreciate her. she got out of her contract and had her say to boot.

good for her.

Does anyone actually go to the Aladdin anymore?

That place is just a bathroom break on the way to a real casino anyways. It simply amazes me the mentality of people these days. Someone stands up before a pro-war crowd (I must assume) and gives an opinion (albeit inappropriate) and they throw drinks at her.

People not paying attention to a sad irony just kills me.

These are the same people that likely do not get along with neighbors, yell at sales clerks......and vote for the war.

Problem solving 101.

Giorgio_Xo · 07-20-2004, 09:07 AM

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Originally posted by zanycash Pete
The problem with celebrities, or former celebrities! Is that they don't know when to shut the fuck up! People are there to be entertained, it's not a political forum.

Ronstadt has always been political. She used to fuck Jerry Brown, the former governor of California, while he was in office.

Tom_PMs · 07-20-2004, 09:10 AM

That letter from Moore was great, thanks for posting it.

This confirms my long standing suspiscion that I love to type.

People are idiots.

Whats next? Smashing Linda Rondstadt cd's in the public square and Clear Channel refusing to play her songs?

Idiots. Pure Idiots. Every last one of us

SuckOnThis · 07-20-2004, 10:06 AM

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Originally posted by benc
I hope that lardass dies of a heart attack.

Funny how comments like this always come from some cousin fucking dumbass from the south. Whatever happened to the movement for you southern pricks to form your own country?

mardigras · 07-20-2004, 10:56 AM

Vegas will be lynch-mobbing comedians next

mardigras · 07-20-2004, 10:58 AM

Funny, from all reports I've read the Casino was more concerned with completely ejecting Ms Ronstadt from the premises than those patrons vandalizing the place.

mardigras · 07-20-2004, 11:00 AM

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Originally posted by benc
I hope that lardass dies of a heart attack.

Linda Ronstadt is not a lardass

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Cory W Deeply shallow Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Hollywood, Ca. Posts: 9,133	Rondstat kicked out of Alladin / FH 9-11 comments. LAS VEGAS - Singer Linda Ronstadt (news) not only got booed, she got the boot after lauding filmmaker Michael Moore and his new movie "Fahrenheit 9/11" during a performance at the Aladdin hotel-casino. Before singing "Desperado" for an encore Saturday night, the 58-year-old rocker called Moore a "great American patriot" and "someone who is spreading the truth." She also encouraged everybody to see the documentary about President Bush (news - web sites). Ronstadt's comments drew loud boos and some of the 4,500 people in attendance stormed out of the theater. People also tore down concert posters and tossed cocktails into the air. "It was a very ugly scene," Aladdin President Bill Timmins told The Associated Press. "She praised him and all of a sudden all bedlam broke loose." Timmins, who is British and was watching the show, decided Ronstadt had to go ? for good. Timmins said he didn't allow Ronstadt back in her luxury suite and she was escorted off the property. Ronstadt's antics "spoiled a wonderful evening for our guests and we had to do something about it," Timmins said. Timmins said it was the first time he sent a performer packing. "As long as I'm here, she's not going to play," Timmins said. Ronstadt had been booked to play the Aladdin for only one show. Calls to Ronstadt's manager were not immediately returned. In an interview with the Las Vegas Review-Journal before the show, Ronstadt said "I keep hoping that if I'm annoying enough to them, they won't hire me back." Looks like she got her wish. __________________ ICQ: 292310358 Offering writing and content services (mainstream). Marketing for L3 Payments

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EviLSuperstaR Confirmed User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Right next to you Posts: 804	Bill Timmins President Aladdin Casino and Hotel Las Vegas, NV July 20, 2004 Dear Mr. Timmins: I understand from the news reports I've read that, after Linda Ronstadt, one of America's greatest singers, dedicated a song to me from your stage on Saturday night, you instructed your security guards to remove her from the Aladdin, which they did. What country do you live in? Last time I checked, Las Vegas is still in the United States. And in the United States, we have something called "The First Amendment." This constitutional right gives everyone here the right to say whatever they want to say. All Americans hold this right as sacred. Many of our young people put on a uniform and risk their lives to defend it. My film is all about asking the questions that should have been asked before those brave soldiers were sent into harms way. For you to throw Linda Ronstadt off the premises because she dared to say a few words in support of me and my film, is simply stupid and Un-American. Frankly, I have never heard of such a thing happening. I read that you wouldn't even let her go back up to her room at your hotel! Are you crazy? For crying out loud, it was a song DEDICATION! To "Desperado!" Every American loves that song! Sure, some people didn't like the dedication, and that's their right. But neither they nor you have the right to remove her from your building when all she did was exercise her AMERICAN right to speak her mind. Of all the things that go on in Las Vegas, this is what creates the need for serious action? What about the other half of the crowd at the Aladdin who, according to the Las Vegas Sun, cheered her when she made her remarks? Did you throw them out, too? I think you owe Ms. Ronstadt an apology. And I have an idea how you can make it up to her -- and to the millions of Americans you have offended. Invite her back and I'll join her in singing "America the Beautiful" on your stage. Then I will show "Fahrenheit 9/11" free of charge to all your guests and anyone else in Las Vegas who wants to see it. Mr. Timmins, as the song "Desperado" says -- "Come to your senses!" How can you refuse this offer? I await your reply. Yours, Michael Moore Director, "Fahrenheit 9/11"

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titmowse Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: TEXAS Posts: 5,320	she waited till the encore to make the comment. the audience got their damned show. sounds to me like this crowd was the kind that only knows her from that fucking fievel song. anybody who knows a damned thing about linda ronstadt knows she's politically passionate. i bet you dollars to doughnuts it was a contractual obligation to perform for an audience who didn't appreciate her. she got out of her contract and had her say to boot. good for her. __________________ I still love everybody

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Tom_PMs Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 2,049	That letter from Moore was great, thanks for posting it. This confirms my long standing suspiscion that I love to type. People are idiots. Whats next? Smashing Linda Rondstadt cd's in the public square and Clear Channel refusing to play her songs? Idiots. Pure Idiots. Every last one of us __________________ You've read it, you can't unread it.

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mardigras Bon temps! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: down yonder Posts: 14,194	Funny, from all reports I've read the Casino was more concerned with completely ejecting Ms Ronstadt from the premises than those patrons vandalizing the place. __________________ .