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Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Yahoo
Criminal defendants are being held without lawyers in Mass. as bar advocates refuse new cases
More than 50 people across Boston and neighboring Middlesex County are being held without a lawyer assigned to their case as bar advocates across Massachusetts continue to refuse to take on new cases, according to the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. In a statement Monday evening, the association said the growing number of unrepresented people in Massachusetts, which it says has grown to exceed 240 in just Boston and Middlesex County, represents a crisis. As of last week, roughly 40 people in Boston were being held in custody without a lawyer, and more than 150 were unrepresented, the association said. In Middlesex County, which includes Cambridge, 16 people are being held without lawyers and 90 people accused of crimes are awaiting a court-appointed attorney, according to the statement. Read more: A right to an attorney? Court-appointed lawyers are refusing cases in Mass. over low pay It was not immediately clear what the statewide totals were, but the association indicated there are 'many others who remain locked in custody with no one as their voice.' The association's president, Shira Diner, said the numbers reflected a 'full-blown constitutional breakdown.' 'The right to counsel is not a luxury. It is a bedrock principle of our justice system, guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment and by Article 12 of the Massachusetts Declaration of Rights,' Diner said. 'When people are jailed without lawyers, the system ceases to be just — or constitutional.' Bar advocates are independent defense attorneys who represent those who can not afford lawyers. They are not part of the state's public defender agency, the Committee for Public Counsel Services. Those attorneys have been refusing to take on new cases amid a pay dispute. The association says bar advocates in Massachusetts are paid far less than those in neighboring states. 'The unsustainable pay structure has led to an exodus of experienced attorneys and an inability to recruit new ones — with the result that hundreds of accused individuals find themselves in legal limbo," the association wrote in a statement. Read more: Bar advocate revolt over low pay expected to balloon across the state Anyone in custody for more than seven days without representation can be released under state law. If a lawyer is not assigned in that timeframe, courts are either forced to violate a person's constitutional right to an attorney or release them without due process, the association said. 'People accused of crimes are sitting in jail cells without a lawyer,' Diner continued. 'Others are missing crucial opportunities to gather necessary evidence and are left with nothing but uncertainty.' A spokesperson for the trial courts said the state's court system has been 'in communication' with CPCS 'in an effort to reduce disruptions due to the work stoppage by Bar Advocates.' Bar advocates handle about 80% of criminal cases for defendants who can't afford attorneys in Massachusetts courts. Mass. weather: Central Mass. could see over 1 inch of rain on Tuesday Some Nantucket short-term rentals in jeopardy after land court decision Big Y plans changes to its Tower Square store Mass. labor groups rally against ICE arrest of California union leader Driver taken to hospital after truck crashes into telephone pole in Belchertown Read the original article on MassLive.
Scottish Sun
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Watch Celebrity Big Brother's Mickey Rourke forget who housemate is just days after he was axed from ITV show
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MICKEY Rourke appeared to forget who a Celebrity Big Brother housemate is - just days after being axed from the ITV show. The Hollywood legend's controversial antics in the house led to an early exit. 4 Axed CBB star Mickey Rourke seemed to forget who a fellow housemate is Credit: Rex 4 The Hollywood legend has returned to the US after his ITV stint Credit: Instagram 4 Controversial behaviour in the house led to an early exit for Mickey Credit: Instagram Having landed back in LA, a content creator queried Mickey, 72, about his time in Celebrity Big Brother. They asked him, among other questions: "What would you say to JoJo Siwa? Do you have any comments for JoJo?" Looking perplexed, Mickey replied by asking: "Who's that?" "She was on the show with you - JoJo Siwa", the content creator reminded him. Viewers previously watched on as now-axed Mickey came under fire when he directed offensive slurs at US singer JoJo Siwa, who is a lesbian. Mickey's bad behaviour continued and he was booted off the ITV show for using threatening language, as well as making an inappropriate sexual remark. JoJo's mum weighed into Mickey's actions which lead to his departure. Taking to social media, Dance Moms star Jessalynn Siwa wrote: "To be honest, this is exactly what I was afraid of, something physical. "I know some people think he was making good TV and will be sad he is gone but it's not worth it for ones in the room with him." The Sun revealed ITV bosses slashed Mickey's £500,000 show fee after he repeatedly caused chaos in the house. Chris Hughes' brother breaks silence on brutal Mickey Rourke clash that saw actor booted out the CBB house He joins stars including Roxanne Pallett and Jeremy Jackson who had their big-money fees slashed after being axed. A source said: 'Mickey won't be receiving all his money from ITV. 'If a celebrity gets removed from the house, they don't get the full fee. Mickey Rourke's Career Timeline 1970s: Early career Mickey Rourke began his acting journey in 1971 after studying at the prestigious Actors Studio in New York, under the tutelage of Lee Strasberg. He appeared in minor roles in television shows and films to gain experience. 1978: Made his film debut with a small role in the Steven Spielberg-directed comedy-drama 1941. 1980s: Breakthrough and stardom 1981: Achieved recognition with his role as the arsonist Teddy Lewis in Body Heat, a neo-noir thriller starring William Hurt and Kathleen Turner. 1982: Delivered a critically acclaimed performance in Barry Levinson's Diner, showcasing his talent and earning attention as a rising star. 1983: Played a memorable role in Rumble Fish, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, alongside Matt Dillon, Diane Lane, and Dennis Hopper. 1986: Starred in 9½ Weeks, a provocative romantic drama opposite Kim Basinger. The film became a cult classic, cementing his status as a Hollywood leading man. 1987: Gave a standout performance in Angel Heart, a psychological thriller directed by Alan Parker, co-starring Robert De Niro and Lisa Bonet. 1990s: Career decline and transition to boxing 1991: Mickey shifted focus from acting to professional boxing, citing dissatisfaction with Hollywood and the roles he was being offered. He competed in several matches and sustained injuries during his career in the ring leading which led to an addiction to plastic surgery. Throughout the 1990s, Rourke's film appearances were sporadic and mostly in lesser-known or poorly received productions. 2000s: Career comeback 2000: Returned to the screen in supporting roles, including in The Pledge, directed by Sean Penn, and Get Carter alongside Sylvester Stallone. 2005: Achieved a major career revival with his performance as Marv in Sin City, a visually striking neo-noir film directed by Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller. 2008: Delivered an award-winning performance in The Wrestler, directed by Darren Aronofsky. Rourke played Randy "The Ram" Robinson, a washed-up professional wrestler seeking redemption. The role earned him a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. 2010s: Continued success 2010: Portrayed the villain Ivan Vanko/Whiplash in Iron Man 2, starring alongside Robert Downey Jr. 2011: Appeared in Immortals, a fantasy-action film directed by Tarsem Singh. Throughout the decade, Rourke continued acting in smaller films and projects, maintaining a presence in Hollywood while occasionally taking on eccentric or offbeat roles. "It's as simple as that and they will be discussing that with him. 'Mickey was ready to leave the house and it ended up feeling like a mutual decision between him and ITV in the end. "It was getting too much.' Celebrity Big Brother airs on ITV1 and ITVX.
The Sun
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Watch Celebrity Big Brother's Mickey Rourke forget who housemate is just days after he was axed from ITV show
MICKEY Rourke appeared to forget who a Celebrity Big Brother housemate is - just days after being axed from the ITV show. The Hollywood legend's controversial antics in the house led to an early exit. 4 4 4 Having landed back in LA, a content creator queried Mickey, 72, about his time in Celebrity Big Brother. They asked him, among other questions: "What would you say to JoJo Siwa? Do you have any comments for JoJo?" Looking perplexed, Mickey replied by asking: "Who's that?" "She was on the show with you - JoJo Siwa", the content creator reminded him. Viewers previously watched on as now-axed Mickey came under fire when he directed offensive slurs at US singer JoJo Siwa, who is a lesbian. JoJo's mum weighed into Mickey's actions which lead to his departure. Taking to social media, Dance Moms star Jessalynn Siwa wrote: "To be honest, this is exactly what I was afraid of, something physical. "I know some people think he was making good TV and will be sad he is gone but it's not worth it for ones in the room with him." The Sun revealed ITV bosses slashed Mickey's £500,000 show fee after he repeatedly caused chaos in the house. He joins stars including Roxanne Pallett and Jeremy Jackson who had their big-money fees slashed after being axed. A source said: ' Mickey won't be receiving all his money from ITV. 'If a celebrity gets removed from the house, they don't get the full fee. Mickey Rourke's Career Timeline 1970s: Early career Mickey Rourke began his acting journey in 1971 after studying at the prestigious Actors Studio in New York, under the tutelage of Lee Strasberg. He appeared in minor roles in television shows and films to gain experience. 1978: Made his film debut with a small role in the Steven Spielberg-directed comedy-drama 1941. 1980s: Breakthrough and stardom 1981: Achieved recognition with his role as the arsonist Teddy Lewis in Body Heat, a neo-noir thriller starring William Hurt and Kathleen Turner. 1982: Delivered a critically acclaimed performance in Barry Levinson's Diner, showcasing his talent and earning attention as a rising star. 1983: Played a memorable role in Rumble Fish, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, alongside Matt Dillon, Diane Lane, and Dennis Hopper. 1986: Starred in 9½ Weeks, a provocative romantic drama opposite Kim Basinger. The film became a cult classic, cementing his status as a Hollywood leading man. 1987: Gave a standout performance in Angel Heart, a psychological thriller directed by Alan Parker, co-starring Robert De Niro and Lisa Bonet. 1990s: Career decline and transition to boxing 1991: Mickey shifted focus from acting to professional boxing, citing dissatisfaction with Hollywood and the roles he was being offered. He competed in several matches and sustained injuries during his career in the ring leading which led to an addiction to plastic surgery. Throughout the 1990s, Rourke's film appearances were sporadic and mostly in lesser-known or poorly received productions. 2000s: Career comeback 2000: Returned to the screen in supporting roles, including in The Pledge, directed by Sean Penn, and Get Carter alongside Sylvester Stallone. 2005: Achieved a major career revival with his performance as Marv in Sin City, a visually striking neo-noir film directed by Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller. 2008: Delivered an award-winning performance in The Wrestler, directed by Darren Aronofsky. Rourke played Randy "The Ram" Robinson, a washed-up professional wrestler seeking redemption. The role earned him a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. 2010s: Continued success 2010: Portrayed the villain Ivan Vanko/Whiplash in Iron Man 2, starring alongside Robert Downey Jr. 2011: Appeared in Immortals, a fantasy-action film directed by Tarsem Singh. Throughout the decade, Rourke continued acting in smaller films and projects, maintaining a presence in Hollywood while occasionally taking on eccentric or offbeat roles. "It's as simple as that and they will be discussing that with him. 'Mickey was ready to leave the house and it ended up feeling like a mutual decision between him and ITV in the end. "It was getting too much.' 4
The Irish Sun
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Watch Celebrity Big Brother's Mickey Rourke forget who housemate is just days after he was axed from ITV show
MICKEY Rourke appeared to forget who a Celebrity Big Brother housemate is - just days after being axed from the ITV show. The Hollywood legend's controversial antics in the house . 4 Axed CBB star Mickey Rourke seemed to forget who a fellow housemate is Credit: Rex 4 The Hollywood legend has returned to the US after his ITV stint Credit: Instagram 4 Controversial behaviour in the house led to an early exit for Mickey Credit: Instagram Having landed back in LA, a content creator queried Mickey, 72, about his time in Celebrity Big Brother. They asked him, among other questions: "What would you say to Looking perplexed, Mickey replied by asking: "Who's that?" "She was on the show with you - JoJo Siwa", the content creator reminded him. Read more on Mickey Rourke Viewers previously watched on as now-axed Mickey came under fire when at US singer , who is a lesbian. Mickey's bad behaviour continued and he was JoJo's mum Taking to social media, Dance Moms star Jessalynn Siwa wrote: "To be honest, this is exactly what I was afraid of, something physical. Most read in Reality "I know some people think he was making good TV and will be sad he is gone but it's not worth it for ones in the room with him." The Sun revealed after he repeatedly caused chaos in the house. Chris Hughes' brother breaks silence on brutal Mickey Rourke clash that saw actor booted out the CBB house He joins stars including Roxanne Pallett and Jeremy Jackson who had their big-money fees slashed after being axed. A source said: 'Mickey won't be receiving all his money from ITV . 'If a celebrity gets removed from the house, they don't get the full fee. Mickey Rourke's Career Timeline 1970s: Early career Mickey Rourke began his acting journey in 1971 after studying at the prestigious Actors Studio in New York, under the tutelage of Lee Strasberg. He appeared in minor roles in television shows and films to gain experience. 1978: Made his film debut with a small role in the Steven Spielberg-directed comedy-drama 1941. 1980s: Breakthrough and stardom 1981: Achieved recognition with his role as the arsonist Teddy Lewis in Body Heat, a neo-noir thriller starring William Hurt and Kathleen Turner. 1982: Delivered a critically acclaimed performance in Barry Levinson's Diner, showcasing his talent and earning attention as a rising star. 1983: Played a memorable role in Rumble Fish, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, alongside Matt Dillon, Diane Lane, and Dennis Hopper. 1986: Starred in 9½ Weeks, a provocative romantic drama opposite Kim Basinger. The film became a cult classic, cementing his status as a Hollywood leading man. 1987: Gave a standout performance in Angel Heart, a psychological thriller directed by Alan Parker, co-starring Robert De Niro and Lisa Bonet. 1990s: Career decline and transition to boxing 1991: Mickey shifted focus from acting to professional boxing, citing dissatisfaction with Hollywood and the roles he was being offered. He competed in several matches and sustained injuries during his career in the ring leading which led to an addiction to plastic surgery. Throughout the 1990s, Rourke's film appearances were sporadic and mostly in lesser-known or poorly received productions. 2000s: Career comeback 2000: Returned to the screen in supporting roles, including in The Pledge, directed by Sean Penn, and Get Carter alongside Sylvester Stallone. 2005: Achieved a major career revival with his performance as Marv in Sin City, a visually striking neo-noir film directed by Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller. 2008: Delivered an award-winning performance in The Wrestler, directed by Darren Aronofsky. Rourke played Randy "The Ram" Robinson, a washed-up professional wrestler seeking redemption. The role earned him a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. 2010s: Continued success 2010: Portrayed the villain Ivan Vanko/Whiplash in Iron Man 2, starring alongside Robert Downey Jr. 2011: Appeared in Immortals, a fantasy-action film directed by Tarsem Singh. Throughout the decade, Rourke continued acting in smaller films and projects, maintaining a presence in Hollywood while occasionally taking on eccentric or offbeat roles. "It's as simple as that and they will be discussing that with him. 'Mickey was ready to leave the house and it ended up feeling like a mutual decision between him and ITV in the end. "It was getting too much.' Celebrity Big Brother airs on ITV1 and ITVX. 4 The Sun revealed his £500k show fee had been slashed Credit: Rex
The Independent
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Robert De Niro mob drama on track to become one of 2025's biggest flops
Robert De Niro does double duty in Barry Levinson's new film The Alto Knights, but the mob drama is already being projected to become one of the year's biggest flops. Warner Bros. is releasing the film, which stars De Niro as rival crime bosses Vito Genovese and Frank Costello and reportedly cost $45 million to make. However, Variety reports that the film is expected to make back just $2-3 million when it opens at 2,800 cinemas in the US this weekend. The film is not short of cinematic pedigree. It comes from a script by Nicholas Pileggi, the former journalist who adapted his own non-fiction books into the films Goodfellas (1990) and Casino (1995). Levinson has his own gangster pedigree, having made Diner (1982) and Bugsy (1991), while the film's cinematographer is Heat 's Dante Spinotti. Along with the two De Niros, the cast is filled out by Debra Messing, Cosmo Jarvis, Kathrine Narducci and Michael Rispoli. The Independent critic Clarisse Loughrey handed The Alto Knights a two-star review, writing: ' The Alto Knights is built around its own take on the famous diner scene in Michael Mann's Heat: two titans, two ends of the moral spectrum, sit across from each other in a booth, like generals engaged in a tête-à-tête in no man's land. The twist is that, this time, both men are Robert De Niro. 'Yet that headline scene, in reality, slips by without much incident. De Niro plays both Vito Genovese and Frank Costello, key figures in New York crime history, whose friendship-turned-rivalry led Genovese to order a hit on Costello. The men were not twins, relations, or individuals famously known to bear a physical resemblance (they're played by two different actors in flashback). 'Instead, De Niro's doubled presence would imply a metaphorical link – the impulsive Genovese, quick to dip his toes into the risky world of narcotics, represents the Jungian shadow, the ugly desires repressed by Costello's stoic, more honourable brand of criminal. 'But De Niro, as mighty as he may be, can't distinguish these two men in a way that justifies the stunt. Costello sees the actor in a mode of affable nonchalance, describing corruption and bullet-riddled bodies as if they were no less a part of working life as filing paperwork. 'Genovese, however, doesn't come across as especially volatile. He's the same with a squeakier voice (there's a touch of his Goodfellas co-star Joe Pesci) and prosthetics that make it look like he's wearing an inside-out latex mask of Robert Duvall.'
