By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com After reviewing reports from the New York Times, Variety and the Wall Street Journal, Jake’s Take can confirm that actor-director Philip Seymour Hoffman has passed away. The New York Police Department stated that Hoffman died in his West Village apartment in Manhattan, NY. While officials have not confirmed the cause of […]
Jake’s Take On…The Second Half of “Once Upon A Time: Season Three”
February 1, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Hello Oncers! The last time we saw the Charmings and crew, the villainous Peter Pan (aka Rumple’s daddy) was successful in reactivating the Dark Curse. However, thanks to the man formerly known as the Dark One, Pan was dead! Unfortunately, the Dark Curse could not be stopped and took Storybrooke off […]
“American Idol” visits Salt Lake City
January 29, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com The fifth night of Idol auditions traveled to Salt Lake City. So far, nearly 100 wannabe superstars impressed Harry Connick, Jr., Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban and earned their Golden Tickets to Hollywood. When they get there, they will face the show’s version of Boot Camp that will feature a mentor […]
Daft Punk, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis shine at the 2014 Grammy Awards
January 26, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It’s the biggest night in music! For the past 55 years, the greats have gathered together to celebrate the brightest and talented artists in the recording industry. Multiple artists including Carlos Santana, Beyoncé, Adele, Barbra Streisand, Stevie Wonder and the late Michael Jackson joined the music pantheon after receiving the organization’s […]
The Most Memorable Grammy Performances of the 2000s…So Far!
January 25, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com I love the Grammys! I have been watching music’s biggest night for the past 13 years. Tomorrow evening, several of the biggest names in music ranging from Top 40 sweethearts Beyoncé, Katy Perry and Lorde to music legends Sir Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and Carole King will take the Staples Center […]
A Night at the Theatre: Sister Act The Musical
January 22, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Four years ago, I was in London studying at the Syracuse University satellite campus. Among many of the shows that I saw at the West End was Sister Act-the Musical at the London Palladium. I remember watching Patina Miller (the show’s original Deloris for both the UK and Broadway productions) leading […]
It’s All About Me on “Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off”
January 20, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com The competition is heating up on the Food Network celebrity cooking competition. Last week, Chris Kattan’s scatterbrained antics got him voted off the show, which left Team Guy with three members: Vanilla Ice, Tiffany and Herschel Walker! Did Team Rachael (Florence Henderson, Jake Pavelka, Penn Jillette and Judy Gold) continue their […]
Contest Alert: Taste of County Music Festival
January 17, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com I just heard about this impeccable opportunity for country music fans! My friends over at PopWrapped have teamed up with media group All The Buzz for a special mission! Their goal is to one lucky fan (and a guest) to the Second Annual Taste of Country Music Festival this summer! This […]
“Idol” finishes up in Austin and travels to San Francisco
January 16, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last night, American Idol returned for its 13th season! Judges Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick, Jr. handed out 45 Golden Tickets during the 2014 premiere episode. How many did they hand out tonight? Read on to find out! The judges had some unfinished business to take care in Austin. […]
Old faces, new talent populate the “American Idol XIII” premiere
January 15, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com One of the biggest television shows of all-time is back! American Idol launched the careers of Kelly Clarkson, Clay Aiken, Jennifer Hudson, Carrie Underwood, Chris Daughtry, Adam Lambert and more! The alumni from this show have won numerous Grammys, American Music Awards, Billboard Awards and Oscars than ANY OTHER SHOW in […]
