Paul R Reyes, Actor

RIP

R.I.P., Diane Ladd, who passed away yesterday at the age of 89. Here with her first husband, actor Bruce Dern in 1960. Their daughter is actress Laura Dern.

Happy Birthday to the brilliant John Cleese! 🎂🍕💵🎉
A true comedy genius — from Monty Python to Fawlty Towers, his sharp wit, timeless humor, and unforgettable performances have left an indelible mark on entertainment history. 😂🎭✨

Here’s to John Cleese — a master of laughter, a cultural icon, and a legend who continues to inspire joy around the world. 🥂🌟👏

Hollywood icon Marlene Dietrich was joked to have spent more time on the front lines than General Dwight Eisenhower (and yes, that's a picture of Patton. Read the rest of the story.)

At the height of her fame in the 1930s, Marlene was Hollywood’s highest-paid actress, captivating audiences with her sultry voice and magnetic presence. But when the world faced its darkest hour, she didn’t hesitate to act.

In 1937, she publicly renounced her German citizenship and established a fund to help Jewish refugees escape persecution in N**i Germany.

From 1942 to 1945, Marlene embarked on grueling USO tours, performing over 500 shows for Allied troops in North Africa, Italy, France, Belgium, and even Germany. She traveled with General George Patton’s Third Army into N**i-occupied territory, braving harsh conditions—sleeping in mud, battling the flu, and enduring frostbite—to lift the spirits of frontline soldiers.

Marlene also became the first celebrity to lead war bond tours, raising more money than any other Hollywood star to support the war effort. In a lesser-known but powerful contribution, she collaborated with the U.S. Office of Strategic Services (a precursor to the CIA) to record anti-N**i propaganda albums, using her voice to undermine enemy morale.

When asked why she risked her life for American soldiers, Marlene simply replied, “Aus Anstand – Out of decency.” Her selflessness, bravery, and commitment to justice make her a true role model.

God bless this true hero!🙏🏼

That one time our family made a witch broom fly on a zip line for a photo 😅💚 our kids still play on this all the time! . . . . . . #magical #creative_portraits #behindthescenes #momsofinstagram #halloween #spookyseason #witchesofinstagram #magicofchildhood #photoshoot #photographyart