People have been wondering where Xoanon has been of late — Never fear, Xo has not left us! He’s just taking a much over-due vacation. Thanks for putting up with all of us as we attempt the Herculean task of filling Xo’s shoes (it ain’t easy, I tell ya’!). He will be back soon, unless he decides to stay in his vacation paradise.

TORn Staffer Demosthenes pointed out this story earlier today. It’s a chat with Christopher Lee from earlier this month, who makes a small comment about his role in the LOTR films. [More]

Dominic MonaghanRinger Mithril sends us the latest news on Dominic Monaghan, aka Meriadoc Brandybuck. Dominic is expected to attend a showing of his new TV show ‘Lost,’ on the beach in Waikiki, Hawaii. Mithril informs us that LOTR fans are planning to get together for the event. Additionally, today’s Honolulu Star Bulletin has an article on Dominic’s experiences with the show and his post Lord of the Rings Career. [More]

Sean Bean as 006Besides just LOTR items, the folks at Sideshow Collectibles also make products based on other classic licenses: James Bond, Star Wars, etc. If you are a Sean Bean fan, you may be interested in their 12 inch figure of Alec Trevalyan, aka 006, from the Bond film ‘GoldenEye.’ The exclusive version of this figure, only available for purchase through their website, includes a non-scar version with Sean Bean’s portrait. (IE, perfect for those of you who want to make a Boromir 12 inch figure). It is almost sold out, so you may want to pick one up. [More]

Ringer Spy Celevon writes in: Last night’s edition of Entertainment Tonight reported regular cover hunk Orlando Bloom tops Teen People’s list of sexiest men. (The editor of the magazine basically said it was Orlando first, “the rest nowhere”.) Teen People’s Sexiest Men issue goes on sale September 3rd.