Ashton KutcherKutcher on the cover of Rolling Stone magazineChristopher Ashton Kutcher (born February 7, 1978) is an American actor. Early lifeKutcher was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Larry Kutcher (an employee of General Mills) and Diane (who worked for Procter & Gamble); his ancestry is mostly Irish American, as well as distantly Native American and Bohemian (the origin of his surname). Kutcher has an older sister, Tausha and a fraternal twin, Michael, who is younger by five minutes. He grew up on a farm in rural Iowa. As a teen, Kutcher worked as a floor sweeper for a General Mills plant, and donated blood for money. He was expelled from Clear Creek-Amana, his high school, for underaged drinking, and arrested at age 18 for breaking into the school with a friend and stealing money from a vending machine. Kutcher majored in biochemical engineering and was a member of the Delta Chi fraternity at the University of Iowa. In 1997, he dropped out in order to pursue a modeling career, some of which involved working in underwear ads . Career as actorAfter some success in modeling, Kutcher had planned to move to Hollywood, but was asked to return to college by his mother. However, a month later, he was discovered in a bar in Iowa City, Iowa and cast in the television series That '70s Show, which became a success. Kutcher achieved some stardom and was cast in a series of film roles; although he auditioned but was not cast in the role of Danny Walker in Pearl Harbor (2001), he starred in a few financially successful comedic films, including Dude, Where's My Car? (2000), Just Married (2003) and Guess Who (2005). His 2004 film, The Butterfly Effect, was an unusually dramatic role for Kutcher and was also deemed a box office success. Career as producerIn 2003, Kutcher used his status as a television star to produce and star in his own series on MTV, Punk'd. The series involves various hidden camera tricks performed on celebrities; the series has sometimes led to controversy, as when New York Yankees' third-baseman Alex Rodriguez and actor Michael Vartan, both victims of the show's pranks, threatened to sue Kutcher. In order to avoid the lawsuits, the videotaping of Rodriguez's prank was destroyed without any release and Vartan's prank has not been aired. Kutcher is also the producer of the reality-television show, Beauty and the Geek, which began in 2005. Private lifeKutcher has dated a variety of celebrities, including actresses January Jones (from 1998 to 2001), Ashley Scott (from 2001 to 2002), Monet Mazur (2002) and his Just Married co-star, Brittany Murphy, whom he dated from 2002 to 2003. Following his break-up with Murphy in mid 2003, Kutcher began dating actress Demi Moore, whom he married on September 24, 2005 in a lavish ceremony in Los Angeles, California. Both Kutcher and Moore are fairly devout followers of Kabbalah, a mystical off-shoot of the Jewish religion. Kutcher has been reported to celebrate traditional Jewish holidays [1], take time off from filming [2] and was married in a Kabbalah ceremony by a rabbi. Kutcher also owns an Italian restaurant in Los Angeles named Dolce; he has two toes that are fused together on his left foot. Selected filmographyInterviews
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Kutcher also owns an Italian restaurant in Los Angeles named Dolce; he has two toes that are fused together on his left foot. The fact it took the committee so long to approve the list means there was some debate."[10]. Kutcher has been reported to celebrate traditional Jewish holidays [1], take time off from filming [2] and was married in a Kabbalah ceremony by a rabbi. [9] According to a CP article, "[COC president] Chambers said the [unusual meeting] was prompted by some media concerns raised over the three athletes participating in the Games. Both Kutcher and Moore are fairly devout followers of Kabbalah, a mystical off-shoot of the Jewish religion. The committee had concerns stemming from the Steve Moore incident and Bertuzzi's probationary status [8], but subsequently approved his representation of Canada at the Olympic games. Following his break-up with Murphy in mid 2003, Kutcher began dating actress Demi Moore, whom he married on September 24, 2005 in a lavish ceremony in Los Angeles, California. His inclusion, along with that of Dany Heatley and Shane Doan, was discussed at length by the Canadian Olympic Committee. Kutcher has dated a variety of celebrities, including actresses January Jones (from 1998 to 2001), Ashley Scott (from 2001 to 2002), Monet Mazur (2002) and his Just Married co-star, Brittany Murphy, whom he dated from 2002 to 2003. Bertuzzi was selected to play on the Canadian national men's hockey team at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy. Kutcher is also the producer of the reality-television show, Beauty and the Geek, which began in 2005. Steve Moore's Toronto-based lawyer, Tim Danson, has publicly stated that Moore is skating and doing regular workouts, but continues to suffer concussion-related symptoms.[7]. In order to avoid the lawsuits, the videotaping of Rodriguez's prank was destroyed without any release and Vartan's prank has not been aired. It's been some tough times, but I've got good family and good friends and good peers in the league that have helped me get over the hump and move forward and come through it." [6]. The series involves various hidden camera tricks performed on celebrities; the series has sometimes led to controversy, as when New York Yankees' third-baseman Alex Rodriguez and actor Michael Vartan, both victims of the show's pranks, threatened to sue Kutcher. I know I wish that day never happened. In 2003, Kutcher used his status as a television star to produce and star in his own series on MTV, Punk'd. "I'm sure just like Steve Moore and his family, it's been difficult for both parties. His 2004 film, The Butterfly Effect, was an unusually dramatic role for Kutcher and was also deemed a box office success. On 15 August 2005, Todd broke his 17 month long silence by admitting to his mistake and expressing a desire to move on with his life. Kutcher achieved some stardom and was cast in a series of film roles; although he auditioned but was not cast in the role of Danny Walker in Pearl Harbor (2001), he starred in a few financially successful comedic films, including Dude, Where's My Car? (2000), Just Married (2003) and Guess Who (2005). This would make him inelligible to file a claim in Canada, as he has given evidence that he does not maintain a primary Canadian residence. However, a month later, he was discovered in a bar in Iowa City, Iowa and cast in the television series That '70s Show, which became a success. The potential second suit may not be heard, as Moore's sworn testimony lists his primary residence to be in Denver, Colorado. After some success in modeling, Kutcher had planned to move to Hollywood, but was asked to return to college by his mother. The lawsuit was thrown out in October 2005, as the Colorado judge felt that British Columbia was a better venue for the suit.[5] Moore plans to appeal the lawsuit, and file a similar suit against Bertuzzi in British Columbia. In 1997, he dropped out in order to pursue a modeling career, some of which involved working in underwear ads . Also named were Brad May, Brian Burke (the Canucks' general manager at the time of the incident), and the Canucks team. Kutcher majored in biochemical engineering and was a member of the Delta Chi fraternity at the University of Iowa. On 17 February 2005, Bertuzzi was named in a lawsuit filed by Steve Moore. He was expelled from Clear Creek-Amana, his high school, for underaged drinking, and arrested at age 18 for breaking into the school with a friend and stealing money from a vending machine. [3] In the league's decision, they cited many reasons for ending the suspension, such as:. As a teen, Kutcher worked as a floor sweeper for a General Mills plant, and donated blood for money. On 8 August 2005, the NHL announced that Bertuzzi would be allowed to play hockey again at the start of the 2005-06 NHL season. He grew up on a farm in rural Iowa. It was felt that in the gentler European leagues, Bertuzzi would have drawn too much negative publicity. Kutcher has an older sister, Tausha and a fraternal twin, Michael, who is younger by five minutes. This meant that Bertuzzi could not play hockey in Europe during the lockout. Kutcher was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Larry Kutcher (an employee of General Mills) and Diane (who worked for Procter & Gamble); his ancestry is mostly Irish American, as well as distantly Native American and Bohemian (the origin of his surname). Although Bertuzzi had played in a charity game in Vancouver that was arranged during the 2004-05 NHL lockout, the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) had extended his suspension to cover their jurisdiction. . The Vancouver Canucks were also fined $250,000 USD, on 11 March 2004 for "...failure to prevent the atmosphere that may have led to [the incident].". Christopher Ashton Kutcher (born February 7, 1978) is an American actor. Bertuzzi was suspended indefinitely by the NHL, and lost approximately $500,000 USD in pay. interview, 2003, CinemasOnline. Under Canadian law, if Bertuzzi successfully completes the probation then the criminal record of the incident will be expunged.[2]. interview, 1/04, UnderGroundOnline. Bertuzzi was able to arrange a plea bargain with prosecutors, and was given a conditional discharge and one year's probation. interview, 1/22/04, Filmmonthly. On 24 June 2004, the criminal justice branch of the British Columbia Ministry of the Attorney General announced that Bertuzzi was formally charged with assault causing bodily harm. interview, 3/05, About.com. Moore suffered three fractured vertebrae in his neck, a grade three concussion, vertebral ligament damage, stretching of the brachial plexus nerves, and facial cuts. interview on "Guess Who", 3/05, BlackFilm. At this point, Moore's Colorado teammates retaliated against Bertuzzi, jumping on and around the ensuing pile. Bertuzzi then either intentionally or accidentally fell forward, his momentum driving Moore into the ice. Moore was instantly knocked unconscious. When Moore ignored him, Bertuzzi punched Moore blindly in the side of the head. During another Vancouver-Colorado game three weeks after the Naslund hit, on 8 March 2004, Bertuzzi began following Steve Moore down the ice attempting to instigate a fight. Canucks general manager Brian Burke criticized Moore after the game, calling him "a marginal player", and accusing him of "headhunting"[1]. Canucks head coach Marc Crawford publicly criticized the non-call by the referees on the incident. This drew the ire of many Vancouver Canucks as their captain was sidelined with a concussion for three games. The attending referee's opinion was that the hit was legal and required no penalty, though this was later reviewed by NHL officials, who upheld his decision. On 16 February 2004, during a Vancouver-Colorado game, Moore injured Vancouver Canucks team captain Markus Näslund with a hard open-ice bodycheck. Bertuzzi is one of the league's largest and most feared players, renowned for his thunderous checks. consisting of himself, Markus Näslund, and Brendan Morrison. Bertuzzi plays on the top line of the Vancouver Canucks, sometimes referred to as the West Coast Express. (Linden has since returned to Vancouver.) Bertuzzi's best season was 2002-2003, when he had 97 points. Bertuzzi was drafted in the 1993 NHL Entry Draft by the New York Islanders, but was traded to the Vancouver Canucks in 1998 along with Bryan McCabe for Trevor Linden. . 2 February 1975 in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada) is a professional ice hockey player in the National Hockey League (NHL), playing for the Vancouver Canucks. Todd Bertuzzi (b. 2004 - Played in NHL All-Star Game. 2003 - Played in NHL All-Star Game. 2003 - NHL First All-Star Team. 1995 - OHL Second All-Star team. Bertuzzi is genuinely remorseful and apologetic for his actions. The commissioner's belief that Mr. Significant uncertainty, anxiety, stress and emotional pain caused to Bertuzzi's family. Lost endorsements (approximately $350,000.00 USD). Bertuzzi's forfeited salary ($501,926.39 USD). Moore personally. Bertuzzi's repeated attempts to apologize to Mr. Bertuzzi serving the 2nd longest, and arguably the most severe suspension in NHL history (13 regular season games, 7 playoff games; a total of 17 months, including the NHL lockout) [4]. Weight: 111 kg (245 lb). Height: 190 cm (6 ft 3 in). Shoots: Left. Position: Right Wing. |