Rabbitohs Problems

In the wake of Peter Holmes a Court's departure as executive chairman of the South Sydney Rabbitohs, rumors have abounded--not only about the Rabbitohs, but centered around the National Rugby League as a whole.

Because of a funding crisis in the NRL, some Sydney clubs have been predicted to fall, and Holmes a Court has been the first club boss to say that his team might not make it. He says that the club has already lost millions, and that the club would need another 4000 members to break even over the next couple of years.

The Rabbitohs have posted assurances on the official club website to assure their members and corporate sponsors that the club is doing everything in its power to achieve its goals.

Amid all this, Russell Crowe, as Rabbitohs co-owner, is set to officially appoint Holmes a Court's replacement next week, with Anthony Bell rumored to be taking the reins.

As Russell fans, we hope all this will be cleared up and will do so in the Rabbitoh's (and rugby league) favor. Russell has put not only money and time, but heart, into this club and this game.

Russell Fears Delay of "Nottingham"

Russell says that his current focus is on filming Nottingham, with his favorite director, Ridley Scott. However, a possible strike by the Screen Actor's Guild could delay filming.

"Given that there is still the possibility of a SAG strike, it is not certain when Nottingham would begin," he added. "But Sir Ridley is planning on completing it this year."

His fans certainly hope there's no delay. This particular role is one that fans are really looking forward to seeing him play. It would, however, give him more time to enjoy being home in Australia.

Holmes a Court Leaving Rabbitohs

According to Australian newspaper, the Sunday Telegraph, Peter Holmes a Court is stepping down as executive chairman of the South Sydney Rabbitohs, the National Rugby League team co-owned by Russell Crowe.

Apparently, this was planned all along, as Holmes a Court says that "I've been very hands-on and I've led the charge for three years. I always said I'd do it for the first three years and then hand over to someone else."

Also according to Holmes a Court, Crowe will appoint the next chairman. He will remain on the Rabbitohs board, and will play a part in team sponsorship.

Russell As "Most Dashing Daddy"

Forget his Oscar for "Gladiator" and all the other awards he's won or been nominated for. He's up for an award for the most important role of his life! Russell joins other Hollywood dads (including Will Smith, Tom Cruise, Johnny Depp, and others) in a race for Dashing Celebrity Daddy 2008! in Canada's Hello! Magazine. Click on the link above to vote for Russell. He's currently in a well-deserved lead!

American Gangster Interview

I love this American Gangster interview with Russell and Denzel Washington! The two look so comfortable together and play off each other so well. One of the best movies of 2007. I'd love to se these two work together again!

Master and Commander on Blu-Ray-Finally!

Following a series of delays, Russell's turn in the Oscar-nominated 2003's Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World is finally available on Blu-Ray.

Many on Amazon and other sites are complaining about Fox's bare-bones approach to this DVD--leaving out many of the extras which were included on the regular DVD release. But the movie itself stands as one of Russell's best, and in a movie career like Russell Crowe's that's saying a lot!

Master and Commander was nominated for 10 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and Best Director for Peter Weir, along with a whole slew of other nominations and wins. So, if you're collecting Blu-Ray discs, your collection won't be complete without this one.

Crowe Family Mother's Day

Russell Crowe, wife Danielle Spencer, sons Charles and Tennyson, along with extended family members, celebrate Mother's Day, May 11, at a restaurant in Woolloomooloo. Always nice to see the family enjoying a day together.