WE HAVE RETURNED!

The headlines for 27, July 2007

*Telemundo shoots itself in the foot ....AGAIN!

*WWE-mbarrassed over 3 hour glory gush tribute

*legendary british Interviewer calls it a career

NOW THE NEWS IN DETAIL

TELEMUNDO SHOOTS ITSSELF IN THE BRAIN OVER A FISH

Hialeah,Florida -Telemundo President has some major headaches to get rid of, his latest is the controversial firing of popular presenter Luisa Fernanda due to a misinterpretation of the name of a Fish.

the Co-host of "Cotorreando" was removed from her post after Telemundo officials misinterpreted the name of a fish called "Cherna" as a slur against Homosexuals,a joint statement by reps from GLADD and other organizations was issued

UNITY COALITION MEETS WITH TV PERSONALITY LUISA FERNANDA ABOUT DERROGATORY COMMENTS TOWARDS LGBT COMMUNITY THAT LED TO HER TERMINATION BY TELEMUNDO

Miami, Florida – This past Tuesday, June 21st, the Spanish TV network Telemundo terminated TV host & personality Luisa Fernanda, presenter on the show Cotorreando con Mauricio Zelig. This decision was made due to the manner in which she handled herself on the program, which according to Telemundo, was not consistent with the culture of the company or its respect for diversity.“I deeply lament what occurred on the program that I presented on until last Wednesday - "Cotorreando". I regret that a word used erroneously could cause such discomfort in the homosexual community or to any other community and I wanted to explain that I did not know of the negative connotation of the word, and I take full responsibility for its inappropriate use. Who I most want to express my deepest respect for is the community of which many of my closest friends, and without going any further, my own brother is a part of” said Luisa Fernanda.

Recognizing her deep commitment and history with the community, LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) representatives, including members from UNITY COALITION/COALICION UNIDA, Florida's leading Latino/Hispanic gay civil-rights nonprofit initiative, offering leadership on issues that concern Latino/Hispanic LGBT and other minority groups, met with her to hear her explanation over the use and context of the offensive words that resulted in her dismissal.“After our meeting with Luis Fernanda and her honest explanation of her actions and use of what was seen as a derogatory term, we can more clearly understand the richness of our Spanish Language and its many times that what is considered acceptable in one country or region may be offensive or inappropriate in another with different values or traditions” said, Ron Brenesky, vice president of Unity Coalition/Coalicion Unida.

“A language that is so extensive and beautiful as ours, that is so open to customs, traditions, accents and adjustments, often sets itself up to offend without this being the intention or reality” added Brenesky.Also present at the meeting with Luisa Fernanda was Christian Aguilar of Unity Coalition/Coalicion Unida. “Our language is tolerant and diverse, and for this reason is often the cause and reason of much confusion, but Spanish is clearly a language rich in words. One of the most beautiful is ‘forgive’, added Aguilar.Luisa Fernanda has paid with her job and image for a brief lapse in knowledge and understanding – not for homophobia or hate.

Her respect and support of the LGBT community has been consistent and without judgment. It is necessary to listen when acts against our community are made and to determine their intentions. We met with Luisa Fernanda, we listened to her and determined that it is time to close this chapter and to continue to support our friends, of which she is.

Miss Fernanda released the following statement

"As you already know last Thursday June 21st Telemundo Network decided to end our labor relationship for considering that my behavior is not consistent with the company culture and their respect for diversity.
I deeply regret what happened in the show that I used to host until last Wednesday Cotorreando. I regret that one word incorrectly used could upset the homosexual community, but I want to explain that I didn't knew of it's pejorative use to the gender and that far from the personal repercussions, to who I want to reiterate my deep respect is to that community in which I have very good friends and with out even going further my own brother belongs too.

I honestly think that I CAN'T aloud some body to think that I don't respect gender diversity when a lot of people knows that I have always clearly expressed my self about that subject and collaborated in events and associations that represent that diversity 'cause opposite I would be judging my own blood which I could never do.

As a TV host I've always known that I have to assume the responsibility of what I say and it is true that if there was a time when some one felt offended it is also true that I apologized and just like that I want to clarify that the use of the word described as contemptuous or pejorative to some community o certain group was used by me with out knowing it had a double sense or meaning.With out doubt ignorance is daring 'cause although I live in the city of Miami I totally and absolutely ignored the meaning of that word, situation that can happen to anyone due to the fact that we live in a country of cultural diversity.

I want to thank Telemundo for opening their doors and allowing me be close to so many people trough their screen. I take with me invaluable memories, friends and lots of learning's. There's so many people to thank that I would never finish from the top management to all those behind camera who gave me every day a good morning smile. To all of my colleagues thank you for your affection, your unconditional support and for making me feel at home, you are my family!

There is one person I want to give a very special thank you 'cause it's been an honor to work with him, a pillar in this industry, some one who will always be dear to me, Mauricio Zeilic. I respect you, admire you and love you with all my heart. Thank you for your teachings, your time and most important your friendship I will miss you very very much!

To the audience my eternal respect and promise that I will keep on working hard and honestly.

And at last but not least my complete gratitude to all the coalitions, alliances and groups
for your unconditional support and understanding we all agree that tolerance,equality,justice and respect are principles in our lives and we'll keep fighting for that. Thank you for been here and showing that my respect for diversity is real"

BAXLEY ENTERTAINMENT REPORT COMMENTARY

Now as you know, I am anti-Political Correctness, and all for creative freedom, what Telemundo Executives did is what has been happening to ALL creative thought and freedom since G.W. Bush became president, all creaivity and freedom to think and speak is being misunderstood and misquoted ,and frankly its being distroyed by forces who not only misinterpret,but give no chance for defense.

Creativity should be allowed to flow freely, not be silenced or shut down! the creative community needs to be united and fight for the rights to create and to voice opinions without fear,or censorship.

Luisa Fernanda is a creative individual who said something that some uptight corporate flunkee thought was a offensive remark, which it wasnt !.. but in the climate we live in , she was not given a chance to defend or explain herself

The BER disagrees STRONGLY with Telemundo's nearsighted decision to fire Luisa Fernanda for a comment about a fish that was misinterpreted as a slur by some hireup who mustve flunked the language, and joins with others who have denounced Telemundo over this crass injustice,this disreguard of creative freedom!

Luisa shouldve been given a chance to defend herself,and been allowed a chance to at least say farewell to her fans, but again the PC gestapo and the climate we live in feel that you are guilty,without the benefit of the doubt or a chance to explain.

The BER would like to see Luisa Fernanda reinstated at Telemundo,doing what she does best, entertainment interviews,singing, acting, being Pure Luisa!

because you lost both golden goddesses Telemundo, and you couldve let them grow , but you clipped their wings and shut them out.

WWE WITH NOT JUST EGG ON ITS FACE..BUT THE WHOLE HEN HOUSE OF EGGS!

Upon hearing of the death of Chris Benoit and his family , Vince McMahon and the WWE decided to cancell their 3 hour raw program which was to continue the "Death Of Mr. McMahon" storyline,but instead the event was cancelled and a hastily produced 3 hour "tribute to Chris Benoit" was aired live,featuring highlites and glowing remarks from all the WWE superstars and the broadcasters,and while that was going on, investigators revealed that Benoit killed his wife and son.

After the 3 hour special aired, USA Network had logged hundreds of angry commentsas did the WWE,since then,the WWE (who continues to blame the media and deny what many say is the reason Chris went nuts) stripped from its website any and all mention of Chris benoit,as well as all merchandise featuring benoit, also usually the Raw program re-airs also on NBC-Universal's telemundo and Mun2 networks ,but McMahon ordered that Mondays show NOT be replayed.

McMahon also on tuesday did a lame appology during the WWE produced ECW broadcast and announced that there would be no more mention of Chris Benoit's name ..(if you recall the exact scene in the cecil b. demille film 10 commanments when Moses was discovered as being born of israel, his existance was exponged from the records)

Meanwhile, the WWE continues to deny that Steroids are a big problem and need to be stopped.

BRITISH TALK LEGEND CALLS IT A CAREER

After 25 years and guests from A to Zed, 72 year old British television presenter Michael Parkinson has announced, "After 3 enjoyable and productive years at ITV,and after 25 years of doing his talk show I have decided that this forthcoming series will be my last"

Parkinson,who has interviewed the best from Ali to Orson Welles said in a statement that he was going to take next year off and write his autobiography,Parkinson's latest series concluded on ITV1 at the weekend and the man affectionately known in Britain as "Parky" returns for a final 12-week run in the autumn.

Paul Jackson, ITV's director of entertainment and comedy, said: "He has defined the talk show in British television and no one has come near to equalling his record.
"His name is synonymous throughout the English-speaking world as a benchmark for integrity and quality in the talk show genre."
Mark Wells, executive producer of "Parkinson", called it "the end of an era."