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The Rammies - Two Paddocks (27apr10) |
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April 27, 2010
A Big Night of Ups and Downs
An eagerly awaited night in the world of Showbiz and
Sport are the annual Rammies, this year held in Sydney. On this
august and glittering night the Stars come out for the Naming of the
Ram (Two Paddocks), after an individual who has served with particular
distinction and flair in his field.
To qualify for a Rammy you need to:
- Be a bona fide Star.
- Be male (we would prefer the awards not to be
sexist, but oddly, even in these enlightened times, women seem to
prefer male sheep not to be named in their honour).
- Have drunk with the proprietor on many occasions
(a pretty wide field then).
(Note : the rules do not actually disallow
bribery, but if attempted, it might be better if no mention is made.)
This year’s Rammy, Hugo Weaving, is deeply
honoured and humbled to have the Ram named after him, YouGo Weaving. He
thanks the proprietor, and his agent. |
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| Almost immediately Hugo’s euphoria
evaporates as the news breaks that YouGo has died in the course of his
duties, on the job, so to speak. Hugo is gutted as the news sinks in.
He forgets his agent. |
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A devastated Hugo is comforted by friends and
family. He tries to smile gamely through the tears.
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The show must go on. George Gregan is delighted
to receive a Rammy. Says this is the crowning accolade of his
career, he is humbled etc., and thanks his agent. Overlooks the fact
that he has no agent. Wishes George Gleegun every success.
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| George receives ecstatic congratulations all round.
Other showbiz luminaries present are green with envy, but in best Oscar
tradition, put on good sporting face. |
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| Hugo has pulled himself together enough to
congratulate his newly crowned successor. Much applause. |
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| Hugo has a relapse. |
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| Others present at this years Rammies
include: Richard Roxburgh, Silvia Colloca, David Wenham, Kate Agnew,
Erica Gregan, Katrina Greenwood. |
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