The Rest Is Entertainment Prop Auctions, Celebrity Bodyguards & Football Chants
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May 7, 2025 Ever wondered about the world of prop auctions? Discover quirky insights into Hollywood history and the value of iconic memorabilia. Football chants take center stage too—exploring their origins and creativity. Rating systems in entertainment come under scrutiny, revealing how critics grapple with giving scores. Plus, a special look at memorable TV memorabilia auctioned off, and a nod to the legacy of Monty Python. Dive into this mix of culture, humor, and nostalgia!
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Rise and Fall of Movie Tie-In Songs
- Tie-in songs for movies were huge in the 80s-90s, serving both promotion and storytelling roles.
- The decline coincides with MTV's decline and shifting music trends, making such songs less culturally impactful.
Origin and Spread of Football Chants
- Football chants are often borrowed from rival clubs or popular songs and spread organically by word of mouth.
- Despite many being versions of known tunes, copyright issues have not yet surfaced prominently in sports chants.
What Celebrity Bodyguards Do
- Celebrity bodyguards usually have prior military or police careers and handle complex threats requiring constant vigilance.
- Expect intense workloads, long periods away, and high turnover due to emotional and physical demands of protecting celebrities.