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Eric was featured in Michael Moore's movie "SiCKO". This is the article that The Daily Olympian, our local Newspaper published on the subject from June 28, 2007. Enjoy!

Moore's movie 'SiCKO' spotlights Olympia man

Breanne Coats
The Olympian

OLYMPIA — When Eric "E.T." Turnbow of Olympia videotaped himself doing a handstand on London's Abbey Road in 1997, it had two unintended consequences: a fall that landed him in the hospital, and a role in director Michael Moore's new movie, "Sicko."

Turnbow, now 46, dislocated his shoulder and thought the resulting medical costs would ruin his vacation. He was surprised that during his hospital stay, which lasted several hours, he had to pay only for his medication. The cost was 5 pounds, the equivalent of less than $10 at the time.

"Sicko" will be in theaters Friday, including the Regal Martin Village 16 in Lacey. The film, Moore's first since "Fahrenheit 9/11" in 2004, is a documentary aimed at highlighting the faults of the U.S. health care system.

Turnbow said his London experience is used as a bridge for Moore to go from North America to Europe in the film. He said Moore goes to England to see if health care there is really that inexpensive.

Turnbow never talked directly to Moore during filming but said that at a premiere of "Sicko" June 14 in Seattle, Moore recognized him immediately and mouthed "thank you."

"(Moore's) sister (Anne Moore) made the comment, 'You are the one that provided some comic relief in the middle of our little picture,' " Turnbow said about the premiere.

Turnbow, a guitarist, singer and karaoke disc jockey, said he has been entertaining people since grade school. The passionate Beatles fan — his house is adorned with artifacts featuring the band — was in London to visit the place where The Beatles recorded. He was filming himself on the stretch of road immortalized on the cover of the Beatles album "Abbey Road" when he fell.

He said about Moore, "I believe what he stands for. He's kind of a rebel, and I'm kind of a rebel as well."

He agrees with Moore's stance about socialized medicine.

"What they need to do is take the profit factor out of medicine," Turnbow said.

Turnbow works nights as a DJ at the Viking Lounge in Lacey and owns E.T.'s Cosmic Karaoke. He said he surfs the Web as a hobby and subscribes to Moore's e-mail list.

Picked from 25,000

Moore had sent a message to his e-mail group asking for medical-treatment stories. Turnbow said Moore picked his response from about 25,000.

In his message to Moore, Turnbow mentioned his short experience with England's socialized health care.

"(Moore) just thought the thing on Abbey Road was funny," Turnbow said. "I don't mind a good laugh at my expense. I was honored to be a part of it."

After dozens of phone calls with Moore's assistants and turning over evidence to show his story was true, Turnbow received notification about a month ago that his story made it into the movie.

Moore's assistants sifted through four hours of Turnbow's vacation footage and compiled a piece about two minutes long. Turnbow said it includes his arrival in London, singing an original song with a friend, the soon-to-be-famous fall and him on medication.

Turnbow took his sister, Katherine Peil, to the premiere. Other family members plan to see his big-screen debut Friday.

"It's fun," said his mother, Jean. "Not everyone walks on their hands on Abbey Road."

Besides VIP passes to the Seattle premiere, Turnbow did not receive compensation.

"I didn't ask for any money because I'm in it for the cause and to be immortalized," he said.

Breanne Coats is a news intern at The Olympian. She can be reached at 360-704-6871 or bcoats@theolympian.com. Click HERE for Northwest Karaoke and Entertainment Guide News Stories about ET.

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NEWS FLASH............

E.T's is proud to have recently hosted karaoke for the Seattle Premier of Charlies Angels Full Throttle Movie Premier on June 25, 2003 !!

World Karaoke
Championships

Some of our past KJ's...

Bonnie:)

Jim Austin:)

Deanna with Mike D.

Miss Marcella

Gail: )

Jabba:)

Paul Walters: The "Go-To" Guy!

Barry Beattie: (Elvis has left the building!) Barry is retiring from karaoke hosting and we wish to say thanks for the acoustic memories and wish him well.

Janice: )

Bob "Mad Dog" Johnson: (A great singer and well known from his many years of performing in bands.)

Sonia: )

Siobhan: )

StarWing: )

Jim Austin: )

croakie333@yahoo.com

Miss Marcella

Miss Marcella! E.T. found Miss Marcella selling flowers at a gig in Yelm and hired her on the spot. First day reporting to work, she was placed as the hostess at Nickelby's and walked in to host the first night, the very first USA Finals for the Karaoke World Championships. A devoted mother, she has since requested to work fewer nights so that she could spend quality time with her family. She is now National Hostess of KWCUSA
She is also a big fan of the Karaoke Envelope System for regulars to save their karaoke request slips to use over and over again on return visits. Way to go Marcella!

Siobhan

Siobhan is also your Washington State Finals Hostess for KWCUSA (the Karaoke World Champions contest USA Team)

Jabba

Jabba has a lot of experience as a DJ. After meeting E.T. at a local gig, he requested a spot as a Karaoke Dj, and impressed by his resume, he was accepted! Since that time Jabba has filled in at "The Keg" and "Nickelbys", and has accompanied E.T. to several weddings and private events as a roady and trainee. He really fits in to our program, and we hope you request him!

Happy birthday to Nadine
It's our Annual Birthday party in September with dinner.
and Cosmic Karaoke Music for local real estate mogul Nadine
Washington Solders Home - Chisolm Hall (Orting WA)
The 4^th of July - 4:30 - 6:30
From I-5 go East onto 512
Turn right on Meridian
Turn left on 200th
Follow the signs to the Washingtons Solders Home
Phone (360) 943-7039 for information
St. Martins College (Lacey WA)
We had a great time at the annual St. Martins College Karaoke Party. They said it was the best turnout of any social event this year. We look forward to next one in October.
Special Veterans Day program open to the public. Our main focus is to recognize veterans and the attack on Pearl Harbor. We will also pay tribute to the fallen in the recent New York tragedy. Local recording artist and police man Chris Ward will be performing with Karaoke available. This event will take Place in Lakewood at the Tyee park Elementary School. Take I-5 to Bridgeport Way, take a left at Arrowhead and the school's at the end of the road. Come on out Thursday November 8^th, 2001 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm
E.T. would like to thank Kay Merino and her sister Tracey Lundquist for inviting us to participate in the patriotic activity. Open the the public. We are excited that the Mayor (a three star general) has confirmed he is coming along with representatives of the Armed Services. God bless America!
We want to thank Joy Reed for booking a private party rental for the annual Mark Reed Hospital Christmas party to take take place in McCleery Wa. Year after year this hospital has come through with a fantastic Christmas show for everyone to enjoy.
St. Martins College Student Union Bldg. (Lacey WA)
Join E.T. as he hosts the Annual Christmas Sing Along in
December.
Merry Christmas! We are already looking forward to our annual Christmas program in Lakewood at the Tyee Park Elementary School. The elementary school kids will put on a holiday presentation, complete with Christmas carols and holiday cheer. E.T. has picked out the perfect Christmas music to enjoy while people are being seated.
Take I-5 to Bridgeport Way, take a left at Arrowhead, and a left at the "Y" the school's at the end of the road. Tracey Lundquist is the Music director and co-ordinator for this event. Thank you for thinking of us! This event is open the the public, so we respect to see you there.
New Year's Barn Dance!
We want to thank DOUG GRAHM from Brady Washington, who hosts an Annual "Barn Dance" every New Years, with Karaoke, DJ, Pro Audio, and Lights all the whistles provided by E.T. This is an Annual event and we are very thrilled to be a part of it, that is for sure!
Annual Keg New Year's Party!
Come early to reserve a seat. Sing and dance your socks off bringing in the New Year while sipping on Champagne with close friends. The first Sunday in January is our annual post-Christmas party for the employees (and one guest each) of this fine restaurant and lounge. Dinner at 8:00 pm followed by hours of intense dance music and limited Karaoke singing. This party is known to go on until as late as 4 am!

E.T.'s Cosmic Karaoke & DJ acting as KWCUSA's WA State manager, proudly announces that winners of the Washington State Finals held March 13, 2003, at Nickelbys in Tumwater, are:

Anne Chappell

Shawn Young

E.T.'s will again be hosting Washington State finals for the Karaoke World Champions contest in March 2004, (as well as: Region 1 (five state) Finals in April, and USA finals in May. Subject to change.)

E.T.'s is also authorized to hold our own preliminary tournament for KWCUSA. E.T.'s finalists (2) will be selcted by the end of December, and may advance into KWCUSA semi-finals ( Semi-finals to be held during Jan. and Feb. 2004.)

If your venue is intersested in participating, contact E.T. now, as KWCUSA entry level contests run from August through December.

Phone: (360) 943-7039 for bookings

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