OlderWed, 09 January 2008 at 1:14 pm
Joaquin Phoenix is Speechless
Joaquin Phoenix accepted the award for Favorite Leading Man during Tuesday’s People’s Choice Awards despite the writers’ strike.
In a taped acceptance “speech,” the 33-year-old actor used cards to get a thank-you message across.
His funny cards read, “I’m speechless without the writers. Seriously. But in my own quiet way, I want to thank the millions of fans that voted for me for favorite leading man.”
Joaquin mumbled a quick “thank you” at the end of his printed message.
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Love him, he is so funny.
1rst
That was cute.
He’s so silly :P
haha, he’s amazing!!
They just had this on German TV too and I laughed so much! What a funny idea! :-)
he used to look so good….
but then is face got somehow fatter oh sorry joa!!!)
but still love him!!!
Clever idea. I like that. He’s a good actor.
Looking at a bloated Joaquin makes me miss River very, very much…
Joaquin is so funny! he deserves that award.
did he spell his own name wrong? it says jaqin
I absolutely love this guy. I think he is one of the greatest actors of our time and I don’t think he gets the recognition he deserves.
I was watching when he gave his “speech” and it was too funny,lol. :-)
He added “What is wrong with you people?” at the end,lmao.
I think he was talking about the writers. And I agree.
For their selfishness thousands of others are without paychecks right now and the American public is missing out on what WE pay for. I pay for Direct TV and I expect to get my money’s worth. Right now I am paying to watch a bunch of re-reruns??!! It’s b*llsh*t and I think the industry ought to just fire ALL the writers on strike and hire new ones.
I know it’s not that simple but this is ridiculous.
George Clooney said without writers actors would be out of a job. WRONG. Without an AUDIENCE actors would be without a job. Screw the writers.
You/Me….
well said!
this drunk is only 33 years old ????
HE LOOKS 52 !!!!
time to get to rehab phoenix.
i would much rather river phoenix be sitting there instead.
joaquin is hott!!!! and is a great actor!! =]
Who wrote JAQUIN?
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It was ironic when he said that and he talked to us, people who voted for him. It’s clear he was moved and excited at the same time.
I’m proud of him about the writers and I couldn’t expect less from him. He’s generous and not a snob like many other actors at Hollywood.
Simple and true…. That’s him, even if you don’t like him.
And by the way, I find him gorgeous and I’m ready to kiss you in person if the Award is not enough
You/Me - What exactly are the actors going to perform without the writers? The people behind the scenes, the ones who actually make the shows we pay cable companies to air, seem to always be the ones who get the shaft. I can handle re-runs for a couple of months if the people who deserve to be paid fairly actually get paid fairly. Poor you, you have to watch an old episode of Everyone Loves Raymond. These people live off of peanuts. Get over it.
River would probably never be sitting there. Joaquin could act circles around him. He was very handsome, but not nearly as talented. Very sad to see someone die so young, though. I had a HUGE crush on him like everyone else did.
Ooooh He’s so funny !!!
I love him
He’s just awesome…
I love Joaquin, my favorite actor!! I have been waiting for him to win
awards,as he is so great and I missed the show last night. I know I
can’t see the show in reruns anywhere.
When he said ” What is wrong with you people?” He was talking about the fans who voted for him, he was making a joke.
LOVE LOVE LOVE him :)
sexiest vegan alive, such a smart person with A great sense of humor and THE BEST ACTOR EVER!
GO JOAQUIN :D
Ha! post#20, are you kidding me? Joaquin a better actor than River?!?!?! Oh man, that’s got to be the funniest post I’ve read in a long time. If River had lived, you would have never heard the name Joaquin, except to be described as “Award-winning Actor River Phoenix’ brother”.
Asia, Joaquin is a vegan???? Looking at all that puffy and chubby, homey is eating alot of potatoes and legumes *LOL* He looks like he’s sneaking some Carl’s Jr. hamburgers…
Joaquin’s the BEST!
he totally deserved the award.
THUMBS UP :D
LOL
This video made my day!!!
he is freakin’ HILARIOUS!!!!
Without a doubt one of the BEST actors wokring today.
He could get it
No, I’m not kidding. I saw the same movies with River in them as you did. His hair did a whole lot of acting and he was very pretty. But I still stand by the notion that Joaquin is far more talented.
Although Joaquin should thank River for the depth of emotion that certainly comes from watching your dumb*ss brother OD right in front of you in the prime of his life. What a sad waste.
clever way to show support. he could have sorted his hair and washed his face before taping it though
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He looked very good, a few years ago.
He’s getting fat and looks like he is in his 40’s!
I didn’t know he was only 33!
He’s become ugly, really, sorry for the fans but he’s
in a very bad shape!
Joaquin is my favorite actor and a wonderful person! He really deserved that award.
River was a good actor and a good person too but Joaquin did act in movies before River became famous so i don’t think Joaq should thank River for his fame as some people claim.
River wasn’t stupid. He did a misstake when he took those drugs. He was a lovey guy who did lot of good things. RIP.
BTW, the Phoenix family are all vegans and have been a good inspiration for me.
Funny…and yeah, he spelled his name wrong.
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Sorry, but as far as I’m concerned, anyone with that much going for them who chooses to put themselves in a position that could kill them is a dumb*ss. This coming from someone who LOVED River Phoenix.
hey j-money, lol.. can we get a river phoenix thread?
Ha! @ 01/09/2008 at 2:32 pm You/Me - What exactly are the actors going to perform without the writers? The people behind the scenes, the ones who actually make the shows we pay cable companies to air, seem to always be the ones who get the shaft. I can handle re-runs for a couple of months if the people who deserve to be paid fairly actually get paid fairly. Poor you, you have to watch an old episode of Everyone Loves Raymond. These people live off of peanuts. Get over it.
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You are grossly uninformed if you think writers are underpaid. They aren’t even really fighting to get paid more, they are fighting over internet rights.
Haven’t you ever read a book? Any decent author out there could write for a television show or pen a movie, all it takes is imagination. Sorry, but writing is just not that hard. And you are right, it is the people behind the scenes who are getting the shaft, however this does not include the writers. For every re-run that gets aired THEY get paid but the people who are really behind the scenes, those who work on set such as makeup, stunts, and such THEY are NOT getting paid while this strike is on-going.
As for your asinine comment about re-runs of Everbody Loves Raymond, I was speaking of CURRENT shows that are now showing re-runs. The writers on strike are selfish,period. Selfish toward the actors, the audience, and the people who really work behind the scenes
I agree with those who said Joaquin is a better actor than River ever was. No disrespect to River but he was nowhere near as good an actor as Joaquin, of course he never really got to realize his full potential either.
#38 - the writer’s are not just asking for money off internet downloads. They want their fair share of DVD sales and more money from syndication. Do you know that a lot of these writer’s only get 4 cent on a $20 DVD? That hardly seems right to me especially since if they hadn’t written the script for the movie, there wouldn’t be a movie! And considering that a lot of these big time actors are grossly overpaid and the studios rake in a considerable amount of revenue, they can afford to be paid more. The higher ups need to stop being greedy and give the writer’s their due.
this writer strike has been the best thing that’s ever happened to us.
“And considering that a lot of these big time actors are grossly overpaid and the studios rake in a considerable amount of revenue, they can afford to be paid more.”
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#39
Now THAT I totally agree with.
I see your point.
But I still feel that because of this strike it is the viewers and other industry workers that are getting screwed.
love him
Hi, guys, my English is not perfect so please could anyone explain the meaning of “favourite leading man” nomination? I understand what is “best actor” but what is favourite leading man ??? is it for acting in a paticular film or just people’s sympathy for his personality? And is it true that MILLIONS of fans voted for this man?
As for the writers’ strike I agree that it’s just an urgy squabble over money and actors with self respect and independent mind should not take part in it.
Whoever you consider the better actor, Joaquin or River, just consider this: It’s disrespectful to both of them to compare them to each other. River would probably be rolling in his grave if he could read some of the things the die hard River fans say about his brother. And vise versa, the things that the Joaquin trolls write about River…nauseating, really. That’s how you show your love and support for these guys? By putting down the other one?
Lola, i’m totally agree.
Love him so much.
Hope his girlfriend gave him more than a big kiss as reward!!
Why is it that every time Joaquin is talked about, his brother gets brought up? Is that really fair to Joaquin? Every time Joaquin has an article about him this is what I see, ” Joaquin Phoenix, little brother to the late River Phoenix”. What the **** is that. Joaquin has made a name for himself in this industry ,ON HIS OWN I might add, that he doesent need to be reffered to like that anymore. And is it really necesarry to bring up River every time this mans picture appears on this site, or any other site. IT’s really kind of old. He died, what 13 years ago? Time to move on.
Because River died, people have put him on a pedestal. Comparing the two is unfair to both. River was talented FOR HIS AGE, and guessing what he might have done, IF he had even been able to transition to adult movies, is pure speculation. Joaquin is an amazing actor and anyone who is bashing him probably has a River bias in his mind.
Joaquin stole every scene in Gladiator from Russell Crowe, and pushed him to get that Oscar, and Russell, as evidenced in so many movies, is no slouch himself. Joaquin in Quills is mesmerizing and I’m not the only woman who still needs to change her panties when thinking of the love scene. He is an amazing actor, and so HOT!!
Most of the time, he hates the press so he’s scowling in pics, and plays serious roles, so no one sees that he is incredibly funny in real life. Everyone on sets always says what a riot he is to be around.
This was a funny idea and he was able to treat the fans with respect while still making a nod to the writers. Good for him.
You/Me you are angry about the strike, but you are angry at the wrong party. Be angry at the networks and studios depriving the writers of their fair pay for the work. The fact that everything has ground to a halt shows how valuable the writers are.
Instead of telling them to shut up and take it in the teeth so you can sit on your ass and watch more TV, tell the networks and studios to pay them fairly!
Your logic is to tell the coal miners who are working in bad conditions and dying to not demand safety because some people are getting cold without their coal. Yell at the people who are causing the strike, not the ones who are forced to ALSO be out of work and strike for what is fair.
You/Me if you think that writing is not that hard, you have not read what people write on blogs! Nor have you sat through bad movies, or lame sitcoms. You have not seen the difference that makes a mediocre movie a great one.
You simply are not that discerning. And you don’t understand the difference between writing a novel, non-fiction, television, plays, essays, interviews, etc. HUGE difference between writing a TV documentary and a magazine article, for example. And if you don’t know that much about writing, and don’t understand the nuances and why they do rewrites, then you really shouldn’t be making comments about another person’s job.
By the way, some of our greatest novelists in America bombed in Hollywood. Some of our greatest movie writers couldn’t write a book. Get your facts straight.
Maybe You/Me should move to Hollywood and write a screenplay or a pilot for a sitcom if they want to watch something new on tv so bad.
Post, 12, he is referring to his fans voting for him as he can’t understand why he could be voted being a leading man in a role. I highly doubt he would put down the writers on National TV as his classy speech says it all. He is clearly speechless! He is on the side of the writers, obviously, as that is why the speech is getting so much publicity.
Post, 12, he is referring to his fans voting for him as he can’t understand why he could be voted being a leading man in a role. I highly doubt he would put down the writers on National TV as his classy speech says it all. He is clearly speechless! He is on the side of the writers, obviously, as that is why the speech is getting so much publicity.
Can’t believe that some are comparing his deceased brother’s acting abilities to Joaquin. Pretty sad!! I am very glad that he won!! He so deserved this award. Even though he does not care about the awards, it is great he is finally getting recognition he deserves!!
You/Me - I really don’t think that I’m misinformed, I think perhaps you are misguided in your priorities. Maybe you NEED to turn off the TV for a while if writers (who, like I said, get paid PEANUTS and MAKE these shows happen) trying to compensated fairly is seen as selfish. God forbid you have to wait another month for a new episode of Desperate Housewives or Lost or [gasp] Law & Order.
BTW, as a lit major, yes I’d say I’ve read a few books.
He wasn’t putting down the writers. Most of the actors in Hollywood have visibly shown support for the people on strike. They understand exactly how important writers are to their jobs.
#41 - But I still feel that because of this strike it is the viewers and other industry workers that are getting screwed.
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Yes, it sucks that I can’t watch new episodes of my favorite shows, but as someone who’s a writer and one of my favorite college professors is a screenwriter, I totally empathize with the striking writers. They deserve to get paid, period. All of these studios are too busy lining their own pockets to give them their fair share. That’s not cool considering that lots of screenwriters have to have other jobs to subsidize what they do.
#51 remember da truth - THANK YOU!!! As a Global Journalism major I can tell you that not anyone can write - it’s hard. And then try switching from journalism to writing screenplays and novels…I’ve tried it and it’s extremely difficult because the principles are completely different. You have to drop everything you’ve ever learned as a journalist to be a novelist/screenwriter and vice versa - and even then, you can still suck. I’ve been published in newspapers and literary magazines, but you should see some of the stories my classmates and I wrote for my Fiction writing class. My professor ripped apart just about everything that he read.
Joaquin!! Where are you??? Still filming in NY or back to LA??? I miss you!! I miss pics!!!!
Haha Robbie Williams did that once when he was pissed!
“Hope his girlfriend gave him more than a big kiss as reward!!”
Liz, why do you always have to kill the mood by bringing up his girlfriend(s)?
Maybe he has been eating one too many cookies and he has packed on a few pounds. So what? He’s still sexy.
I agree 62. I think he looks great. Older, but duh he is older.
I like him better this way personally. I think he looks more manly. I don’t like skinny little a*s men or big buff body builders. Basically I do not want a man that goes to the gym more than I or who weighs less than I. The messy hair and clothes look suits him. I actually like that look better than him all dressed up.
#56 HA!
I agree wholeheartedly — that You/Me tv addict needs to turn off the TV and read a few WORDS if he thinks he’s being deprived! Guy probably has no friends, and can only converse with online bloggers.
For years I didn’t even OWN a television. People were aghast. What do you DO at night, they asked in awe. Well, let’s see. Talked to friends, either in person at my house or on the phone, went out with people — you know, real LIVE people I interacted with, read a book, cleaned the house, wrote letters, shopped, listened to music, etc. You know, all the things people did before 50 years ago.
Try it sometime. It enriches your life.
I found him after Gladitor, and his nick on one site IS (respectlessly) Chubby (and you girls KNOW how you are…!!!) BUT he is an amazing actor =)
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Because I wonder if he still with Teuta Original Amber and go to the Teddys and Moos’ site, you’ll see that I’m not the only one.. Ciao!
Kitten N#64 - “I like him better this way personally. I think he looks more manly. I don’t like skinny little a*s men or big buff body builders. Basically I do not want a man that goes to the gym more than I or who weighs less than I. The messy hair and clothes look suits him. I actually like that look better than him all dressed up.”
Well said!!!!! I totally agree with you! He is gorgeous the way he is and as you say, he’s a proper man - well fit!! So glad he won the award, he deserves it! I love him!! :)
I just read the story of this girl who met Joaquin at Whole Food on IMDB… How people can be so rude and imagine story like this! It’s degusting really!! She’s crazy!
The weirdest thing about the story is the storyteller. True or not, he wasn’t being rude. She was. If I was him and all my “fans” were like her, I’d do anything I could to protect my privacy. What a *****.
She’s probably a spoiled trophy wife used to getting her way, and rudeness to her is the word “no.”
You’re right! And she even didn’t tell when it happened or what her husband said to him. I think he was kind to talk with him because a reaction like this would make me mad.
Well, anyone knows if the shooting of Two Lovers is finished?
Poor guy. He was probably just there to simply rub on some melons and he got cursed at. I’m sure he lost sleep later on that night after rubbing on someone else’s melons.
ummm…ok?
O MY GOODNESS, HE’S SO CUTE!!! you can tell he’s nervous and I love how he tries not to laugh as he throws the cards away one by one. He has to be the best and hottest actor ever. I still think it’s sad about his brother I feel bad for Joaq. Anyway I still think he’s so freaking hilarious. Just look at his adorable dimples. He definitely deserved that award. I know I’d marry him in a second if asked!! GO JOAQUIN YOU ROCK MY WORLD!!!
I’ve read that he’s stil in NY and still dating with this Teuta. Maybe pregnant by the way…. Sad!
oh my god…that is not true….don’t believe every loony that posts such ****! Sheesh!
LMAO right now. Does this ever end?
On Teddy and Moos, someone posted that a friend saw Joaquin in Brooklyn, few weeks ago with a beautiful lady…
Joaquin is a better actor than River….. River himself said that.
He’d said that Joaquin was the more talented of all the Phoenix.
Both River and Joaquin were amazing actors. For those who have never seen River in an adult role I would suggest renting My Own Private Idaho. The constant snipping by both sets of fans is depressing and I agree as a River fan I get cheesed off whenever Joaquin is interviewed they bring up River.
Greetings from Norway !
Joaquin are crazy ljust ike me <3 In a positive way ;)
I luv this teddybear of all my heart :)
I want to hug him soooooooo much <3
WAS THIS PIC PUBLISIZED ITS OLD
http://a477.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/41/l_3c53b56071ed7b5448e9729c38683a9c.jpg
Tex, I’ve never seen that pic before. When/where was it taken? Is that Joaquin with the beard…? Is that Teuta on his left…?
Joaquin is a piece of sh!t. Wasn’t he Mylie Cyrus’ babysitter? How annoying.
earth to Tex….
I think you’re thinking of John Mayer, Rhonda. But who knows? These days he could be babysitting anyone.
That is not Tooti Frutti or whatever the hell that ones name was. Look at the nose or lack there of.
Rhonda, how is he a piece of ****? He used to babysit who? I’m lost here.
toots probably got a nose job…FINALLY!
whoever she is has probubly been gone for months now. he’s probably had several more chica’s since. he’s a ho.
Joaquin is a single guy and should be able to date as many different girls as he likes. He is not making these girls go out with him. It is their choice.
He has never married and hasn’t gone thru countless divorces. Must give him credit on that one. Maybe one day, someone will get him to the altar. Until then, he is enjoying his life which he should.
He is enjoying being a hit it and quit it kind of guy.
OOOOH HE’S MY IDOL! I LOVE HIMMMM.
and he doesn’t get what he really deserves. I’m waiting for his big strike.
Es increíble lo carismático que es!!! Tiene todo permitido…
Pls. aquellos q puedan pasarme información nueva de Joaquin, estaría sumamente agradecida…
¡Buena Vida!
absolute- love him
deep,sweet,spirituel -man -with talents running wide
wish I knew him
absolute- love him
deep,sweet,spirituel -man -with talents running wide
wish I knew him
I am going to miss his acting work. I love him and I love his talent. What a waste. I wish he was not retiring from acting.
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