E-mail a friendJuly 25, 2006
Former California congressman James Rogan believes his story is a testament to America. Grammy-winning singer-actress Macy Gray talks about her character in the indie film, Shadowboxer.
James Rogan
James Rogan
Attorney James Rogan has worked in all three branches of government. A former 2-term GOP congressman, he represented a heavily Democratic California district. After leaving Congress, he was tapped to be U.S. Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the Patent and Trademark Office. He also previously served in the California State Assembly, as a municipal court judge and gang-murder prosecutor. In his book, Rough Edges, Rogan details how he overcame his wrong side of the tracks background.
Macy Gray
Macy Gray
Grammy-winning singer Macy Gray's writing skills combined with an unusual voice make her a standout. Her '99 debut CD made the critics' best-of-the-year lists - pretty good for someone who was mocked for her voice as a child. Passionate about film, the Ohio native moved to L.A. to attend USC's screenwriting program. While there, she helped a friend write songs and make demos, one of which landed her an Epic Records' deal. Gray made her big-screen acting debut in Training Day and is next up in the indie, Shadowboxer.