Michael Joins Bearskins Campaign

“The slaughtering of bears for ceremonial headgear is ridiculous and cruel. That’s why Michael Sheen is the latest compassionate celebrity to join the Unbearable Cruelty campaign. Michael has sent a letter to Gordon Brown, calling for an immediate end to the killing of Canadian black bears for the Royal Guards’ fur caps.”

You can read Michael’s letter here. Join Michael in his bearskin battle here.

Source: PETA Europe’s Blog

Gallery Updates

Just a few random photo updates… hope you enjoy them!

- Photoshoots 2008: set #3
- Appearances 2008: Margam Festival

Harold Pinter Tribute

Michael will be participating in the National Theatre’s upcoming tribute to Harold Pinter. The English playwright passed away in December 2008. Michael will be playing the part of Robert in ‘Betrayal‘, one of his best-known works.

According to Michael’s Twitter, this will take place on June 7. No details yet on ticket availability, but we’ll try to get more info soon.

Root Talks ‘Unthinkable’

Michael’s ‘Unthinkable‘ co-star Stephen Root talked to the National Ledger about this (hopefully) soon to be released movie…

Stephen Root is anxiously awaiting word on the release date of ‘Unthinkable’, the film he recently wrapped starring Samuel L. Jackson. “It’s a perfect time for this movie. I hope they get it out sooner rather than later,” he notes. ‘Unthinkable’ is about torture. According to Root, “Michael Sheen is absolutely amazing as the torturee. He gives an incredible performance.”

Source: National Ledger

Video Archive Updates

The following videos have been added to the Video Archive…

- Talkshows: Andrew Marr Show
- My Last Five Girlfriends: Trailer
- The Damned United: BBC Newsnight Interview

Andrew Marr Show

We’ve added pictures of Michael’s appearance on the Andrew Marr Show to the Gallery. He appeared on this BBC talkshow on January 4.

Today’s Press Highlights

“Robert Pattinson is going to enjoy spending time with British actors Michael Sheen and Jamie Campbell Bower when they film their New Moon scenes in Italy.”

- Robert Pattinson’s Italian friends (read)
- Tribeca Film Fest: Review of ‘My Last Five Girlfriends’ (read)

Scans In The Gallery

These recent magazine scans have been added to the Gallery…

- Empire: 20th Anniversary Portfolio
- Empire: Frost/Nixon DVD review
- People: The Oscars: What did you have for breakfast?

The Damned United Photos

A fantastic series of 26 photos from the set of The Damned United has been added to the Gallery. Be sure to view them in bigger size. Thanks to Timothy for sending these to us.

Twitter Updates

Michael has been tweeting about some exciting upcoming projects…

“just had hair and make-up meeting for mystery film i cant talk about yet. i am going to look FREAKY!”

“well I think its fairly out there now that I’m playing Aro so its not that. not Cherie or Mandela either. not a real person”

“Next film I’m doing is New Moon, then mystery film then Special Relationship(Blair/Clinton). Not sure when Alice comes out”

“no not doing a Potter. not a God. not Bush. not Gullivers Travels, Tin Tin or a Pixar not undead either not a Neil Gaiman film though he is my favourite writer along with Stephen King”

“Ah yes indeed. doing a play in the new year.in London”

We sure can’t wait to hear more about all of this!