Tikje Anders - My Life, My Blog

  Sommige sterren schijnen echt zo helder, dat hun licht voor altijd in het geheugen zal blijven   Vandaag heeft de wereld een van haar helderste verloren. Ik heb Dolly Parton al zo lang liefgehad als ik me kan herinneren. Haar muziek, haar songwriting, haar humor, haar vriendelijkheid en, misschien het meest van alles, de prachtige manier waarop ze de wereld met zo'n enorm hart doorging. Als zangerin en verhalenverteller zelf, is ze een enorme inspiratie voor mij geweest. Ze had die buitengewone vermogen om de grootste, meest rommelige, meest ingewikkelden menselijke gevoelens te verwerken en op de een of andere manier in woorden te zetten die eenvoudig, eerlijk en waar waren. Het soort woorden dat hun weg in de levens van mensen vindt en daar blijft. Maar voorbij de liedjes is ik altijd bewonderd de persoon die ze koos om te zijn. Haar vrijgevigheid. Haar warmte. Haar vastberadenheid om andere mensen te helpen terwijl ze klom. De miljoenen boeken die ze in de handen van kind...

  Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis forged a partnership that became emblematic of a golden era in Hollywood, propelling two young talents from obscurity to the forefront of American pop culture. Dean Martin, born Dino Paul Crocetti, and Jerry Lewis, originally Joseph Levitch, each embarked on their entertainment journeys separately before fate brought them together. Their fateful meeting in 1946 at the 500 Club in Atlantic City sparked a collaboration that would become one of the most legendary duos in show business history. Martin's smooth crooning and relaxed demeanor complemented Lewis's high-energy slapstick humor, creating a dynamic that captivated audiences across the nation.Their first joint performance was far from perfect, but it was their decision to throw caution to the wind and improvise that truly won over the audience. The contrast between Martin's elegant singing and Lewis's chaotic comedy birthed an act that was both groundbreaking and wildly entertaining. By...

  Charlie Watts, seen here with his parents in London, was just a young boy in 1943, a time when the city was engulfed in the turmoil of World War II. Despite the war's chaos, moments of peace like the one captured in this photograph were precious to families. The image shows a young Charlie feeding pigeons with his parents, a simple yet meaningful moment that speaks volumes about the warmth and togetherness that characterized his early life.Born on June 2, 1941, in London, Charlie came from a humble background. His father, Charles Richard Watts, was a truck driver, and his mother, Lillian Charlotte (née Eaves), dedicated her time to their home. The Watts family wasn’t wealthy, but they were bound by strong familial ties. This photograph serves as a testament to the love and unity that were central to their lives, even during the hardships of wartime.The London of Charlie's childhood was a city deeply affected by war, yet families like the Watts found comfort in small, everyday...

  Dolly Parton (1946-2026) – Jolene Dolly Parton, iconische countryzangeres, tekstdichter, singer-songwriter, actrice en filantrope is op 80-jarige leeftijd overleden. Een van haar belangrijkste projecten was en is de Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, geïnspireerd door haar vader die analfabeet was. Ieder kind dat hiervoor is aangemeld krijgt vanaf de geboorte tot haar/zijn vijfde jaar iedere maand gratis een boek toegestuurd. Tegenwoordig worden er daardoor in vijf landen ieder jaar miljoenen boeken naar kinderen verzonden. Hier een van haar bekendste songteksten. Hier te horen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0eeSoU35wM... Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene Oh, I'm begging of you please don't take my man Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene Please don't take him even though you can Your beauty is beyond compare With flaming locks of auburn hair With ivory skin and eyes of emerald green Your smile is like a breath of spring Your skin is soft like summer rain And I can not compet...

  The Iconic Moment: Princess Diana and John Travolta, 1985 In November 1985, an iconic and heartwarming moment took place at a White House gala hosted by President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan. This event, which remains deeply embedded in public memory, featured the unforgettable dance between Princess Diana and John Travolta—an encounter that has come to symbolize elegance, charm, and the timeless allure of two beloved figures. The Setting: A Night of Glamour at the White House The event was a black-tie gala in honor of the British Royal Family's visit to the United States. Princess Diana, alongside her husband Prince Charles, attended the star-studded evening, which included prominent figures from Hollywood, politics, and society. Among the esteemed guests was John Travolta, then at the peak of his fame following his roles in *Grease* (1978) and *Saturday Night Fever* (1977). The night promised to be one of grandeur, but no one anticipated the show-stopping moment t...

Dolly Rebecca Parton Dean ( geboren Parton ; 19 januari 1946 – 25 augustus 2026) Een icoon en prachtmens is heengegaan. Wat zij voor de muziek en voor haar medemens heeft betekend is onmeetbaar. Haar muziek sprak mij altijd al aan, maar nog meer sinds ik haar optreden op Glastonbury op televisie zag. Wat een energie straalde die vrouw uit. Jammer genoeg nooit live mogen meemaken. Haar muziek zal ik altijd blijven draaien en met kerst wordt haar fantastische kerstalbum met Kenny Rogers uiteraard weer grijs gedraaid. Ze was een geweldige persoonlijkheid, het maakte haar niet zoveel uit hoeveel gouden platen ze heeft gewonnen want ze bleef altijd haarzelf. Ze heeft nooit vergeten in welke armoede ze heeft geleefd en bleef trouw aan haar principes. Om dat te kunnen moet je heel sterk zijn. Ze was al een legende bij leven, en leeft nu voort in menig herinnering. Wat heeft zij ontzettend oprecht veel goeds gedaan voor de medemens. Dolly jij prachtige vrouw rust in vrede. Mijn lievelingsnum...

Patrick Swayze was a talented actor, dancer, and singer who became a prominent figure in Hollywood during the 1980s and 1990s. Born on August 18, 1952, in Houston, Texas, Swayze developed a passion for dance at a young age, studying ballet and eventually branching into acting. Swayze's breakthrough came with his role as Johnny Castle in the 1987 romantic drama "Dirty Dancing." The film, which also starred Jennifer Grey, became a cultural phenomenon and showcased Swayze's skills as both an actor and a dancer. His performance, along with the film's soundtrack and iconic dance sequences, solidified his status as a heartthrob and a major star. Following the success of "Dirty Dancing," Patrick Swayze starred in several other notable films. In 1990, he starred alongside Demi Moore and Whoopi Goldberg in "Ghost," a romantic fantasy thriller that became one of the highest-grossing films of the year. Swayze's portrayal of Sam Wheat, a murdered man w...

  "De dood is niet het einde van iets... Ik geloof dat wij allemaal alleen maar energie zijn die materie wordt... Wanneer de materie verdwijnt... Blijft de energie bestaan... Je kunt het niet vernietigen... Het sterft nooit... Het manifesteert zich ergens anders." ~Willie Nelson

  In 1998 veroorzaakt een veiling van het landgoed van de hertog en hertogin van Windsor grote opwinding. Voor één vrouw, Wally Winthrop, heeft het veel meer betekenis. Wally raakt geobsedeerd door hun historische liefdesverhaal. Naarmate ze meer leert over de offers die erbij komen kijken, krijgt Wally haar eigen moed om geluk te vinden. Wallis Simpson  : Probeer je mij te verleiden? Edward  : Werkt het? De veel bekritiseerde, korte bioscoopfilm van Madonna - WE - doet het beter op het kleine scherm dan waarschijnlijk in de bioscopen. De verhalen zijn gesplitst, elk lijkt op een televisiecreatie - de een een biografische docudrama, de ander een hedendaagse soapserie. Dat Madonna, die regisseerde en het scenario schreef met Alek Keshishian, besloot om de twee verhalen te mixen is een beetje gedurfd, maar op sommige manieren werkt het erg goed. Op andere manieren lijken de parallelle verhalen op door de tijd reizende auto's op dezelfde snelweg die nooit helemaal met dezelf...

  Hoogvliegend, aanbeden! De verfilming van de succesvolle Broadway-musical die het beruchte waargebeurde verhaal van Eva "Evita" Duarte de Peron, de vrouw van president Juan Peron, uitbeeldt, die uit de armoede opklom tot de beroemdste Argentijnse vrouw in de geschiedenis. Haar enorme politieke invloed en voortdurende liefdadigheidswerk leverden haar minachting en angst op van het leger en de hogere klassen, maar aanbidding en liefde van de arbeiders en descamisados. Evita's legendarische leven wordt voor uw ogen getoond als de meest gehate en meest geliefde vrouw in Argentinië. [  tijdens Eva's begrafenis  ] Eva Perón  : [  stem  ] Huil niet om mij, Argentinië. Want ik ben gewoon, onbelangrijk en verdien zulke aandacht niet, tenzij we dat allemaal zijn - ik denk dat we dat allemaal zijn. Dus deel mijn glorie, dus deel mijn doodskist... dus deel mijn glorie, dus deel mijn doodskist... Ché  : Het is ook onze begrafenis. Als fan van Lloyd Webber was ik ...

  “Langs de rivier die ontspringt Langs de oevers van de ontmoeting, Naar de bronnen van verwondering, In de opkomende zon Een heel land van dromen opent zich, Het tedere land van geliefden. We vertrekken met trillende harten, Bij de vreugde om samen te vertrekken, Zonder te weten wat ons te wachten staat. Zo begint de reis Vol valkuilen en luchtspiegelingen, Van liefde en haar kwellingen.” Georges Moustaki, 

  Fred E. White, born Frederick Eugene Adams (January 13, 1955- January 1, 2023) White was born in 1955 in Chicago into a family of musicians, including older brothers Verdine and Maurice White. The fourth of the White brothers to perform in Earth, Wind & Fire, Fred was one of the band's early members, joining in 1974 when he was 19 years old. Fred played drums on 8 different Earth, Wind & Fire albums, plus some of their biggest hit songs like "September," "Boogie Wonderland," "Saturday Night" and "Shining Star". Fred White left the band in the mid-1980s, though he continued to perform with other groups over the years. In 2000, Earth Wind & Fire was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, including Fred as a member. White's death was announced on January 1, 2023, he was 67 years old.  

  Celeste Jeanne Yarnall (July 26, 1944 – October 7, 2018) Yarnall was an actress primarily of the 1960s and 1970s, she started her career on television before moving to feature film roles. Yarnall was discovered by Ozzie and Harriet in 1962 and appeared on their show The Adventures of Ozzie & Harriet. She was named the final Miss Rheingold girl while modeling and featuring in TV commercials. She made her film debut in 1963 in The Nutty Professor and, after appearing at the 1967 Cannes Film Festival, was spotted by producer Harry Alan Towers, who scouted her to appear as the central character in his film Eve. She also appeared as a "Scream Queen" who is terrorized by a headless monster in the 1971 film, Beast of Blood. Yarnall was known for her role as Yeoman Martha Landon in the Star Trek: The Original Series episode "The Apple" (1967), a series she would return to in Star Trek: Of Gods and Men in 2006. She was cast in a small role opposite Elvis Presley in Liv...

  Anita Marie Pointer (January 23, 1948 – December 31, 2022) She is best remembered as a founding member of the vocal group the Pointer Sisters. She and her sisters found fame in 1973, when the Anita-led "Yes We Can Can" reached No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. In 1974, Pointer's writing talents helped the group make music history when "Fairytale" became a hit on the country music charts and enabled The Pointer Sisters to become the first black female group to perform at the Grand Ole Opry. "Fairytale" won the group its first Grammy Award for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group, and a Grammy Nomination for the Best Country Song of the year in 1975. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, The Pointer Sisters rose to higher levels of success with "Fire" (1978), "He's So Shy" (1980), "Slow Hand" (1981) and "I'm So Excited" (1982). In 1983, the trio's album Break Out reached multi-platinum status and wo...

  Dame Olivia Newton-John AC DBE (September 26, 1948 – August 8, 2022) She was a four-time Grammy Award winner whose music career included five number-one hits and another ten top-ten hits on the Billboard Hot 100, and two Billboard 200 number-one albums, If You Love Me, Let Me Know (1974) and Have You Never Been Mellow (1975). With global sales of more than 100 million records, Newton-John is one of the best-selling music artists from the second half of the 20th century to the present. In 1978, she starred in the musical film Grease, whose soundtrack remains one of the world's best-selling albums of recorded music. It features two major hit duets with co-star John Travolta: "You're the One That I Want" – which ranks as one of the best-selling singles of all time – and "Summer Nights". Her signature solo recordings include the Record of the Year Grammy winner "I Honestly Love You" (1974) and "Physical" (1981) – Billboard's Top Hot 100...

  Richard Wayne Penniman, known as Little Richard (December 5, 1932 – May 9, 2020) He was a singer, songwriter, and musician. An influential figure in popular music, Richard's most celebrated work dates from the mid-1950s, when his dynamic music and charismatic showmanship laid the foundation for rock and roll, leading him to be given the nickname "The Innovator, The Originator, and The Architect of Rock and Roll". Characterized by his frenetic piano playing and raspy singing voice. Starting with “Tutti Frutti” in 1956, Little Richard cut a series of unstoppable hits – “Long Tall Sally” and “Rip It Up” that same year, “Lucille” in 1957, and “Good Golly Miss Molly” in 1958. Although he never hit the top 10 again after 1958, Little Richard’s influence was massive. He influenced numerous singers and musicians across musical genres from rock to hip hop, and his music helped shape rhythm and blues for generations to come. The Beatles recorded several of his songs, including “L...

  Jane Powell, born Suzanne Lorraine Burce ( April 1, 1929 – September 16, 2021) Powell was born and raised in Portland, Oregon, where she achieved local fame as a child singer, touring the state as the Oregon Victory Girl selling victory bonds. As a teenager, she relocated to Los Angeles, where she signed a film contract with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Powell's vocal, dancing, and acting talents were utilized for lead roles in a variety of musicals for the studio. She made her feature debut as a performer in Song of the Open Road (1944), followed by a lead in Arthur Lubin's Delightfully Dangerous (1945). Powell gained further widespread recognition for her lead roles in the musicals A Date with Judy (1948), Royal Wedding (1951), Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954), and Hit the Deck (1955). In the late-1950s, Powell's film career slowed, though she starred in two rare non-musical roles in the film noir The Female Animal, and the adventure film Enchanted Island (both 1958). Beg...

  Barbara Rush (January 4, 1927 – March 31, 2024) In 1954, Rush won the Golden Globe Award as most promising female newcomer for her role in the 1953 American science-fiction film It Came from Outer Space. Later in her career, Rush became a regular performer in the television series Peyton Place, and appeared in TV movies, miniseries, and a variety of other programs, including the soap opera All My Children and family drama 7th Heaven, as well as starring in films, including The Young Philadelphians, The Young Lions, Robin and the 7 Hoods, and Hombre. She also portrayed the devious Nora Clavicle in the TV series Batman. In 1976, Rush played the role of Ann Sommers/Chris Stewart, the mother of female sci-fi action character Jaime Sommers in The Bionic Woman. After appearing in the 1980 disco-themed Can't Stop the Music, Rush returned to television work. She was a cast member on the early 1980s soap opera Flamingo Road as Eudora Weldon. In 1998, she was featured in an episode titled ...