Tag Archives: dark humor

My interview with Tony Curtis

Posted on Friday, October 1, 2010 by Avitable

Yesterday, film legend Tony Curtis died at the age of 85.  I sat down with him for a brief chat: Me:  Mr. Curtis, thank you for taking the time to meet with me. TC:  You should be happy – I’m … Continue reading →

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You Might Be A Sexual Predator If . . .

Posted on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 by Avitable

I know it’s a little delayed, but in the wake of the Swiss refusal to allow the US to extradite Roman Polanski, I thought I’d put up a little primer for all of those people out there who worry that … Continue reading →

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My Interview with Gary Coleman

Posted on Saturday, May 29, 2010 by Avitable

Diminutive actor Gary Coleman died yesterday at the age of 42. I sat down with the surly star for a posthumuous chinwag: Me: Thank you for taking the time, Mr. Coleman. GC: Please, call me Gary. And you’re welcome. I’m … Continue reading →

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My Interview with that Chinese guy who killed all the kids.

Posted on Friday, May 14, 2010 by Avitable

This post is a guest post disguised to look like a real post by me, written by my friend James. On Wednesday, May 12, Adam was given an assignment. After two days of writing about preachy subjects, he was tasked … Continue reading →

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My Interview with Adolf Hitler

Posted on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 by Avitable

Today is April 20th. While it might be best known for a holiday to celebrate marijuana (after students in 1971 met at 4:20 every afternoon to smoke pot), it’s also the birthday of Adolf Hitler. What better day to interview … Continue reading →

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My interview with Peter Graves

Posted on Sunday, March 14, 2010 by Avitable

“Mission: Impossible” and “Airplane!” star Peter Graves was found dead last night at the age of 83 under mysterious circumstances, and as one of the preeminent journalists who has a picture of themselves eating ice cream with Hitler, I was … Continue reading →

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My interview with Corey Haim

Posted on Thursday, March 11, 2010 by Avitable

Former child actor Corey Haim died yesterday at the age of 38. I was granted a quick interview with the deceased “Lost Boys” star: Me: Hi Corey, thanks for talking with me. CH: It’s my pleasure. I want all of … Continue reading →

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My interview with my recently deceased grandmother

Posted on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 by Avitable

My grandmother, pictured above with her second favorite dictator, passed away Friday night. This is the same grandmother I’ve written about previously. She was suffering from the late stages of Alzheimer’s, and her death, while sad, was merciful. Eileen was … Continue reading →

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My Interview with Roy Scheider

Posted on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 by Avitable

On February 10, 2008, Roy Scheider, best known for his role of the sheriff in “Jaws”, died at the age of 75. I didn’t have a chance to interview him then, so I thought I’d use the anniversary of his … Continue reading →

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My Interviews with Zelda Rubinstein and J. D. Salinger

Posted on Friday, January 29, 2010 by Avitable

Zelda Rubinstein, the creepy old midget lady known best for her role in Poltergeist I, II, and III as Tangina Barrons, died yesterday at the age of 76. I took a minute to sit down with her. Me: Hi, Zelda, … Continue reading →

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