Jami Gertz is arguably the greatest Chicago singer. There are many others worthy of note. Take a look at these four performers and find out which one is your favorite. They may be a great fit for the Chicago music scene. These great musicians are worth the effort.
Jami Gertz
American pop singer is a South Side native. She was born to two brothers. Endless Love, 1981 was the film in which she began her acting career. She was also a star on the TV sitcom Square Pegs. During her teenage years, Gertz attended high school in her native Chicago. Gertz is Jewish and has remained faithful to her faith ever since. Aside from singing and acting, Gertz is also an investor. Her investments have earned her millions, while her husband has made billions.
Gertz is a successful woman who has a career that has grown from her talent. But, Gertz also has $3 billion in net worth. Her marriage to Tony Ressler (an LA-based billionaire) is the main reason for her net worth. Ares Management now has assets of over $136 million. Gertz, 56 years old, is 5' 5" tall. Her net worth stands at an impressive 3 billion dollars.
Fred Savage
Fred Savage, originally from Chicago began his acting and singing career as a child. He starred in "Crumbs" as a teenager. This short-lived sitcom followed a young gay writer who returns home to run the family restaurant after failing in Hollywood. Jane Curtain played his neurotic mother, and William Devane was his womanizing dad. Savage also appeared as a guest star in Netflix's "Friends from College," a comedy about college friends who reminisce on the past.
Savage's acting career is not limited to singing. His first major film role was in his brother's 1986 movie "Little Monsters" and he later appeared in the 'Big Girls Don't Cry... They Get Even' film with Martin Short. He had a small role in the 1987 comedy 'The Boy Who Could Fly', which earned him a Young Artist Award nomination for his role. He was nominated for a second nomination when he starred in "The Princess Bride" (1987), "Vice Versa" (89) and "The Wizard".
Maria Requena
Maria Requena (Chicago-based musician) is on an emotional mission to heal hurt feelings through her music. Her self-produced debut album, Love Notes, came out late last year and is a personal journey into the world of love. The new single "Do Nothing" was just released. Her second album is expected to be available in May 2022. MariaRequena.com has more information.
Peter Cetera
Peter Cetera, a Chicago-based singer, is most well known for his work as a member of the band Chicago. Cetera co-wrote "I’m addict to you baby" alongside David Foster for The Karate Kid II. The song reached number one in America and was reissued in 2011. Cetera is also well known for his collaborations and performances with other musicians like John Mayer, Amy Grant, and others.
He joined Chicago's 1967 band and later launched a solo career. His most famous song with the group was the ballad "If You Leave Me Now," which reached number one in the charts. Chicago's popularity dropped considerably in the late 1970s after disco became popular. Cetera released his 1981 solo album, which was widely regarded as a commercial failure. His career has exceeded all expectations.
FAQ
How many theaters am I required to make my investment return?
It depends on how long you plan to run your theatrical release.
If you're planning to run your film for less than two weeks, you only need to open one theater.
If your film is going to be screened for more then two weeks, you will need two theaters.
Is the Hollywood Walk of Fame a free thing?
Yes! It is not necessary to pay for admission to the Hollywood Walk of Fame. If you plan to take photos at the Hollywood Walk Of Fame, you'll need a permit. The fee is $15 per person.
A valid ID is required if you are planning to visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
If you are below 18 years old, you must accompany someone 21-years-old or older.
You can't enter the walkway before 10 am.
Once inside, you may not leave the walkway without paying again.
Cameras are not allowed in the walkway.
Why do so few independent films ever get distributed?
Many indie filmmakers believe that distributors will take their films.
They are certain distributors will take their films, as they know that the public will love them.
However, this is seldom the case. Distributors often profit from independent filmmakers.
They use tactics such as delaying a film's release date until after awards season has ended.
Or they delay the release date of a low-budget film until after the summer blockbuster season has begun.
Distributors may also keep films from the public until people have already spent hundreds of money on tickets, popcorn or candy.
After all, they don't want to lose out on those profits.
How much do actors make?
For independent films, the average salary for an actor is less than $100,000. Actors typically receive between $10,000 and $20,000 per film. However, many actors are not paid at all. It depends on what actors are successful. Some actors are successful and make millions. Others struggle to find work.
Statistics
- By 1911, approximately 60 to 70 percent of films imported into Great Britain were American. (en.wikipedia.org)
- The author of the study noted that "The percentage of female speaking roles has not increased much since the 1940s when they hovered around 25 percent to 28 percent." (en.wikipedia.org)
- This reflected no change from 2011 and only a 1% increase from 1998."[116]"9% of all directors. (en.wikipedia.org)
- New York Times article stated that only 15% of the top films in 2013 had women in lead acting roles. (en.wikipedia.org)
- If we translate this to a percentage, we get 28%, so let's be generous and say that ‘Hollywood studios' release about ⅓ of the movies released in the U.S. and Canada each year. (glitteratilobotomy.com)
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How to get a Hollywood Walk of Fame star
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce established the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960. The HWOF can be found at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. It has 2,711 stars embedded in the Hollywood Boulevard sidewalk. Each star represents someone who made motion pictures, television or radio, as well as music and other aspects of popular culture. The HWOF currently has 1,922 listed living people.
You will need to submit your application to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce in order to be considered for membership to the HWOF. Once submitted, your name will be sent to the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Once approved, a certificate will be sent to you stating that you are eligible. This includes your name as well as date of birth and the city where you live. A bronze plaque with the name of your choice is included. This plaque is attached to a concrete base located in front of the designated Star.
You can apply for a star if a current member of the HWOF nominated you or if you made significant contributions to movies, television, radio, theatre, music, or something else considered part of "popular culture." A committee reviews the nominations and determines whether they should be approved. If they decide to approve, they write a letter to the address of the applicant explaining their decision. If the person accepts, they will be sent a second letter to confirm their acceptance. The Hollywood Chamber of commerce then sends $25 to the City of Los Angles Department of Cultural Affairs.
The department issues an official check payable to Hollywood Chamber of commerce. This check is then sent to the Hollywood Walk of Fame Foundation. The foundation pays any artist or organization that submitted an application. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce receives half of the fee ($12.50). The City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs receives the remaining half.
After the artist has been awarded his/her star, they are eligible to join the HWOF. You must pay the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce the balance due to be included on the HWOF. The amount due will vary depending on how long ago you were nominated. If you were first nominated for a nomination in 1990, your owe $15,000. You would be responsible for $10,000 if you had been nominated previously in 1980.
You will need to contact Hollywood Chamber of Commerce in order to be removed from the HWOF. They will remove your name from this list.
How old must one be to get a HWOF star
You must be at the least 18 year old to be nominated. A person must be present at the time of receiving a star. One can still be nominated after receiving a star after ten years.
What happens if I die before my star gets put up?
You can be nominated by your family members to receive a star. If there are no known living relatives, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will place the memorial marker in front of it.
Why not use a new street, instead of staring at everyone?
The HWOF does not intend to be a historical monument. It is intended to honor all those who have made film history possible.
What happened to all the stars stolen? The thieves stole around 1,200 stars. Each star is approximately 250-300 lbs in weight. That's about 4 tons of stars!