December 4, 2008JOAQUIN TO BECOME LATEST IN LINE OF "TRIPLE-THREATS"
LOS ANGELES -- Emperor Commodus has decided to leave the fate of Rome in the peoples' hands in order to search for his place amongst the great triple-threats of all-time; mythical legends such as Hercules, Odysseus, and Ashlee Simpson.
Actually, Joaquin isn't trading Rome for the open road but Hollywood for MoTown. Joaquin Phoenix's only real musical success to date is his portrayal of Johnny Cash in Walk The Line, for which Phoenix recorded his own vocals. Now Phoenix seeks success as he moves onto the next chapter in his life.
"I want critical acclaim because seeking public glory is far too trendy these days."
However, it is speculated that Phoenix is just saying these things to keep himself grounded in the wake of other acting stars that have failed in similar pursuits i.e. Keanu Reeves and Dogstar.
Ashlee Simpson, a self-proclaimed triple-threat, suggests that Joaquin will be fine even if he fails.
"Even if he lip syncs and the music is really bad, he will have his acting skills to fall back on. I mean, look at Keanu, he is still making money because he is such a good actor."
Editor's Note: Ashlee Simpson is not a triple-threat because A) she can't sing; B) she had a reality show i.e. not acting; and C) having children out of wedlock isn't really a talent. Keanu Reeves has actually played the same monotone bore in every movie he has made except for Babes in Toyland and the Bill & Ted's movies. Phoenix's triple threat: 1) acting; 2) singing; and 3) gladiating...is that even a word?
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