Subscribe | UPI Odd Newsletter Subscribe KEVIN SPACEY Two-time Oscar winner Kevin Spacey insists that his show-stopping performance at last month's John Lennon tribute concert in New York is not a sign that he plans to pursue a professional singing career. Advertisement Although the 42-year-old star of "K-Pax," "American Beauty" and "The Usual Suspects" admits he harbors a great love of singing and hopes to star in a musical someday, Spacey said he does not want to follow in the footsteps of fellow thespians-turned-rock-stars Russell Crowe, Kevin Bacon and Keanu Reeves -- all of whom have toured with their bands while maintaining their acting careers. "In the right context, I certainly will sing again," Spacey confided. The actor said he was thrilled by the audience reaction to his performance of "Mind Games." "It was probably the biggest roar I ever heard. ... The reaction (the song) got and that whole evening got was really more than any of us could have hoped for. ... It was an extraordinary moment ... that gave me confidence to get through the song." (Thanks to UPI's Karen Butler in New York) Advertisement HONORS FOR LISA SIMPSON For the first time in the 11-year history of its annual award ceremonies, the Environmental Media Association has honored an animated character as a champion of the environment. In ceremonies Wednesday, the EMA presented Lisa Simpson -- Marge and Homer's middle child on the Fox comedy "The Simpsons" -- with its board of directors award for ongoing commitment. "For twelve years," said the EMA proclamation, "Lisa has been the environmental conscience of the show. She has enlightened the viewing public with her concern, her knowledge and her dedication to preserve our planet." Two other Fox series -- "Boston Public" and "King of the Hill" -- were also honored with awards for promoting public awareness of environmental issues. The Turner Award, a $10,000 cash prize, went to writer-producer David E. Kelley for an episode of "Boston Public" dealing with contraception and population growth. Awards were also presented to the ABC series, "The Practice," and the Eddie Murphy feature film, "Dr. Dolittle 2." (Thanks to UPI Hollywood Reporter Pat Nason)
