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CAA Inks Etheridge-Hating Savage

Michael Savage vs. Melissa EtheridgeHollywood powerhouse talent pimps, Creative Artists Agency, has signed nationally syndicated homophobic radio host Michael Savage for representation in all areas.

Savage, whose real name is Michael Alan Weiner, hosts the conservative radio program "Savage Nation," and just this week, he lashed out against breast cancer survivor/Oscar winner Melissa Etheridge -- for thanking her wife, Tammy Lynn Michaels and their kids during her Academy Awards acceptance speech. Savage said, "I don't like a woman married to a woman. It makes me want to puke. I want to vomit when I hear it. I think it's child abuse."

He further commented on homosexuality saying, "There are people who are sexually confused, who think that they're men when they're women. They're not normal."

Savage's anti-gay tirade, although typical for his radio show, is especially troubling considering Etheridge is also a CAA client! Besides Savage and Etheridge, CAA reps some of the biggest names in the business, including Julia Roberts and Tom Cruise.

Calls to CAA reps were not immediately returned.



Tags: Melissa Etheridge, MelissaEtheridge, Michael Savage, MichaelSavage

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181. Mike good going I myself think gay's are a little messed up in the head, but I am from the old school. One man one woman

Posted at 8:24PM on Mar 1st 2007 by Bob

182. I've never heard of this guy, he sounds like a frother, but he does have the right to voice his OPINIONS. I like to listen to people I disagree with, if only to think of reasons why they are such idiots.

However, the Left does need to understand that ideas and opinions are not something to be controlled with fascist-like zeal, and by vicious ostracization of anyone who doesn't agree with everything they think, do and say. If find most of these Hollywood types complete bores and phonies, and I suspect they can be just as vicious, in their own way (e.g., if you disagree with them) as people like Savage.

Both the Left and the Right can be absolutely vicious and disgusting and have sick, immoral viewpoints. But let's get those opinions out there, and find out how they really think. There is probably nothing worse than the charade of pretending to care for the masses, when in reality a lot of these people just want to be celebrities, make lots of money, and continue their depraved, ostentatious, meaningless lifestyles.

I say let him speak, and let him debate with his polar opposite - whoever that might be. America needs to learn how to think critically, and it can't do that when there is only one side represented, whatever side that may be.

If you read American Literature, say, from the 19th century, you'll see how many really superb minds this country once had. Hawthorne, James, Dickinson, and so on. Things have definately gone downhill. It's sad and depressing to behold such a decline.

Posted at 9:14PM on Mar 1st 2007 by Lady Jane

183. I've never heard of this guy, he sounds like a frother, but he does have the right to voice his OPINIONS. I like to listen to people I disagree with, if only to think of reasons why they are such idiots.

However, the Left does need to understand that ideas and opinions are not something to be controlled with fascist-like zeal, and by vicious ostracization of anyone who doesn't agree with everything they think, do and say. If find most of these Hollywood types complete bores and phonies, and I suspect they can be just as vicious, in their own way (e.g., if you disagree with them) as people like Savage.

Both the Left and the Right can be absolutely vicious and disgusting and have sick, immoral viewpoints. But let's get those opinions out there, and find out how they really think. There is probably nothing worse than the charade of pretending to care for the masses, when in reality a lot of these people just want to be celebrities, make lots of money, and continue their depraved, ostentatious, meaningless lifestyles.

I say let him speak, and let him debate with his polar opposite - whoever that might be. America needs to learn how to think critically, and it can't do that when there is only one side represented, whatever side that may be.

If you read American Literature, say, from the 19th century, you'll see how many really superb minds this country once had. Hawthorne, James, Dickinson, and so on. Things have definately gone downhill. It's sad and depressing to behold such a decline.

Posted at 9:13PM on Mar 1st 2007 by Lady Jane

184. First of all, he's not homophobic. When you're phobic, it means you have a fear of something. This man's just expressing his opinion. He's certainly not scared of gays, He just doesn't agree with their lifestyle choice.

Posted at 5:39PM on Mar 2nd 2007 by patty

185. Mike Savage is brilliant, entertaining and speaks his mind...I am becoming very intolerant of the intolerance of the "progressives". Why is that only those on the left can speak their views without getting shunned, fired and ostrasized.

Posted at 9:11AM on Mar 2nd 2007 by Barb

186. What an evil, hate monger. I have LOVED Melissa Etheridge since her first album. I am married with three children who all listen to and love her music as well. I'm proud to teach them tolerance. She has never denied OR professed her sexuality. Her talent and joy of music has nothing to do with "who" she does. I cannot believe that CAA would hire such a shameful, foolish man. It is a great thing to have an opinion, and a greater freedom to voice it. It is also a responsibility. Have some respect for yourself Mr. Weiner.

Posted at 9:31AM on Mar 5th 2007 by Kim Krouskop

187. Michael Savage is a human postule. Rotting teeth, bad breath, single, and just disgusted with life.

Posted at 12:31AM on Mar 2nd 2007 by Paul Kline

188. This guy Michael Weiner was known for hanging out with the 60s radicals and supposedly he had a nude picture of himself with another man and liked to show it off. He apparently used to talk about his sexual experiences with large African men.

BTW, He is the financial backer ( his son being the owner) of that RockStar Energy drink. So if you don't like this guy, don't buy that crap.

Posted at 1:15AM on Mar 2nd 2007 by John Jackstone

189. C'mon, it's not illegal to have an opinion, even one that makes decent people ill to hear. The constitution does not enforce politeness, in fact it encourages people to utilize their right to say what they wish... but I agree that CAA should take action unless they want such hateful remarks to grow associated with their company.

Posted at 1:47AM on Mar 2nd 2007 by Glenn

190. I thought our god is a loving god god turns away no one Radio america is a loving radio station there is no hate there RIGHT . Mack daddy in the bahamas

Posted at 6:09AM on Mar 2nd 2007 by mcintosh in the bahamas

191. my god is a loving god god turns away no one Radio america is a real loving radio station " RIGHT " an savage is what freedom of the air ways. Mack daddy Bahamas

Posted at 6:16AM on Mar 2nd 2007 by mcintosh

192. As a Breast Cancer survivor I think Melissa cashed in on her illness. As far as her being gay a majority of the population has problems accepting this. For Melissa to keep reminding the public about her being gay is annoying already. But it got her in the headlines didnt it Melissa.? So you have breast cancer and you are gay, what is next for Melissa? Maybe she should join Angie and adopt a few babies from a third world country. I dont agree with this man who bashed "poor" Melissa but I'm sure she's crying all the way to the bank.

Posted at 11:53AM on Mar 2nd 2007 by Joanne

193. sorry, but what is the big fuckin deal???? So what he doesnt agree with gay marriage like MOST of america. We have really got to quit with this PC bullshit. Whether it isnt PC or not he has a RIGHT to not agree with that behavior because it IS fundamentally wrong in EVERY way, to pretend it is 'normal' is just plain ludacris. Gay ppl need to get a thicker skin cause they are really livin up to the pansy reference. Stop being little whining babies. Oh and TMZ just cause someone does not agree with gay marriage does not mean they are gay bashers, unless most of the country are bashers

Posted at 12:34PM on Mar 2nd 2007 by ya right

194. if you would have asked me 2 years ago, about gays I would of said to each their own After being reamed over over and over about gay this gay that it is normal you dont agree your a gay basher BLAH BLAH BLAH I say gay ppl r so WRONG for demanding all of this they are really turning people off to their cause including me. Enough is enough STFU IT IS NOT NORMAL AND IS WRONG read the bible and you would know. Let ppl say what they want to say cause you know you gays you like to call ppl n***** , just quit it, its annoying

Posted at 11:05AM on Mar 2nd 2007 by roxy

195. why Would CAA even take him as a client. The head at CAA Bryan Lourd is GAY!

Posted at 10:57AM on Mar 3rd 2007 by nate moe

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