WHAT'S UP WITH UGGIE

Recently I've been wondering about Uggie the adorable Jack Russell Terrier star of the academy award wining film The Artist.

As everyone knows, Uggie retired from acting after a very busy awards season where our favorite Jack Russell since Moose (Eddie on TVs Frasier) attended the Oscar Awards ceremony and was immortalized in cement at Grauman's Chinese Theatre. 

So what's Uggie been up to since then? Apparently what any other retired celebrity would be up to - spending time relaxing in the sun enjoying the California lifestyle. This YouTube clip shows Uggie doing what comes naturally and spending time with his brother Dash who has taken over the family franchise from his older brother.

UGGIE IMMORTALIZED

Everyone's favorite Jack Russell Terrier, Uggie, has joined the greats of acting with his very own paw print ceremony at Hollywood's famed Grauman's Chinese Theatre. Denied an Oscar because the rules of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences state nominees must be human and named ineligible for a BAFTA from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts for the same reason AND because his acting motivation is sausages, Uggie's celebrity status has prevailed.

The ceremony also marks Uggie's retirement from the movies. At 10 years of age, Uggie will keep his paws in by attending only charity events from now on. Winner of the 2011 Palm Dog Award at the Cannes Film Festival, adorable Uggie is a great spokes-dog for adoption. With an early life history reminiscent of another favorite canine actor Moose (Eddie on Frazier), Uggie was on his way to the pound because his human family found him too much to handle. Enter Omar Von Muller, Uggie's pet dad and trainer, who saved the day by adopting Uggie.

I don't believe Hollywood has seen such a big outpouring of fan attention for a canine since the heydays of Rin Tin Tin and Lassie. So, congratulations Uggie - you are a genuine star at our household. Enjoy your fame  enjoy your retirement and if you're ever in Brooklyn, let us know. Annie would love to meet you!