Celebrities in your T2k-Universe

[Silent Hunter UK]

I like the idea of Amy Acker running an orphanage and doing plays for the kids.

[Ancestor]

I think you nailed it with your Dropkick Murphy's and Derek Jeter references. If you're campaign is set in NYC, check out Billy Joel's "Miami 2017 (See the Lights Go Out on Broadway)". It's a tongue-in-cheek look at what the apocalypse would look like in NYC.

https://www.youtube.com/watchv=KBPbOjA_cWg

Thanks Raellus! And, more importantly, thanks for the Billy Joel song. I've never heard that one before and it's perfect. I was debating whether or not to have our next adventure set in post riot/pre TDM NYC (to set them up for Armies of the Night later in the campaign) or just ship them off to Europe and fast forward three years to Kalisz. You just answered my question! And that's a great song!

[Ancestor]

Here is a celebrity list I developed.

FAMOUS PERSONALITIES STATUS 2000

BEN AFFLECK
After the Soviets invaded China, Affleck was active in humanitarian work on behalf of Chinese civilians. When war broke out in Europe, Affleck joined the navy as an intelligence officer. He is currently an intelligence analyst stationed in Qatar.

SCOTT BAIO
After the War began, Baio joined the California National Guard. He became an AH-1F helicopter gunner and is assigned to the 140th Aviation Regiment, 40th Mechanized Division. As of 2000, he is credited with destroying 43 armored vehicles and has been awarded the Bronze Star and Silver Star.

ALEX BALDWIN
A passionate anti-war activist, he survived the LA attack and became extremely active in the peace movement pushing for surrender after TDM. Was part of the oePeace Now Front in southern California, and was an organizer of the demonstration and march to the Mexican Provisional Government headquarters at Sacramento, Calif., and survived the oeSacramento Massacre that resulted. As of 2000, Baldwin is part of a fanatical anti-Mexican militia unit that targets occupation troops and all disloyal Mexican-American, which for him means all Hispanics terrorists by another name and his unit has been involved in a number of atrocities.

JOSH BROLIN
Brolin was active supporting China relief in early 1996 and witnessed Soviet Mil-24D attack helicopters attacking a column of refugees fleeing a village. After Russia invaded Germany, he enlisted in the US Army and trained as a helicopter pilot. Currently a warrant officer flying an UH-60 Pavehawk with a detachment of the 160th Aviation Brigade stationed in Germany supporting Delta operations throughout Poland and the Czech Republic and into Russia and the Ukraine.

NICOLAS CAGE
As of 2000, Cage is a resident of New Orleans and operates a bar in the French Quarter. Cage has developed a number of contacts and interests and is part of the Eastwood network. He was far more active in 1999, traveling to Germany to help with a DIA mission into Poland, where he had family. He earned an award for that adventure and walks with a limp because of it.

DEAN CAIN
Became part of the same militia unit as Clint Eastwood. He has become an intelligence analyst and operative in Eastwoods network, holding the rank of Major in the DIA. Currently operating with a mounted Special Forces detachment in southern California.

GEORGE CLOONEY
In Italy in his Italian villa when the war started, Clooney was placed under house arrest as a oesecurity threat. He was formally arrested and interred with other Americans after war with NATO was declared. Although released from detention after Italy switched sides, he still lives in Italy.

TOM CRUISE
After the Soviets invaded China, Cruise decided to join the Navy Reserves in 5/1995. Partially as a public relations ploy, Cruises age was waivered so he could apply for aviator duty. He graduated sixth in his class, and he selected F-14 training in 11/1995. He completed training not long after the war started and was assigned to an active duty unit, VF-41, the oeBlack Aces, on USS Roosevelt flying the F-14A+. In 2000, Lt. Tom Cruise is an ace with nine ASMs, seven MiG-29s, three MiG-21s, four TU-22Ms, three SU-24s, one SU-27, two MiG-27, a MiG-35, and two MiG-19s confirmed. Winner of Navy Cross after deliberately ramming an AS-4 targeting USS Iwo Jima during landing operations in the Baltic. VF-41 currently stationed in Kuwait.

JOHN CRYER
Joined the Marines in 1997. Captain in Northern Poland in command of a company in the 50th Armor division.
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MATT DAMON
Up and coming actor in 1997, Damon was badly injured when LA was nuked. He enlisted in the US Army in 1998 and is assigned to the 46th Infantry Division.

JOHNNY DEPP
A resident of France, Depp was interned as an enemy foreigner in 1996. Although France was not a war with the US, many prominent US citizens living in France, including Depp, were interned and their passports seized.

MARK SINCLAIR (VAN DIESEL)
A promising actor in 1995, Sinclair was called up in the first limited draft in late 1995. He volunteered for airborne training and ended up assigned to the newly formed 76th Infantry Regiment. (Ranger). As of July 2000, he serves in the 1st Paracommando Battalion as a 1Lt in command of a platoon.

ROBERT DOWNEY, JR.
A drug addict in 1997, Downey successfully kicked the habit after TDM. He joined a National Guard unit in 1999 in northern Nevada. A oegrunt in 2000, Downey is a private assigned to a leg infantry unit in New Mexico.

CLINT EASTWOOD
Actively supporting militia units in California since the Mexican invasion. Helped recruit fighters and intelligence assets and takes a lead in planning and conducting intelligence operations and has been instrumental in setting up intelligence networks in the American southwest. Has been given the rank of Lt. Col in the DIA.

NATHAN FILLION
A resident of New York in 1997, Fillion survived the post-nuked environment and still remains in New York.

JANE FONDA
Lynched by New America operatives for oeUn-American Activities in 2000.

HARRISON FORD
A licensed pilot, in 2000 Ford routinely flies DIA operatives and Special Forces teams in and out of Mexican occupied Colorado, California, Utah, Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico using his Cessna 208 Caravan. Also flies a Sabre with a militia unit.

BRENDAN FRASER
After collapse of movie and TV production in late 1997 over nuclear war fears, Fraser returned to his native Canada. When the Soviets invaded Alaska, Fraser enlisted in the Canadian Army, serving in an airborne brigade in Alaska and western Canada. A corporal in 2000, Fraser is a veteran soldier and stationed in eastern Alaska.

MORGAN FREEMAN
Lives in Mississippi. Community leader. Supports local militia and serves as liaison with local military. Has been targeted by New America, but survived the attack. In clandestine contact with CivGov.

SCOTT GLENN
A former Marine, Glenn was recalled in late 8/97 to the Marine Reserve, stationed at San Diego. After Mexico invaded, he was part of the rear guard delaying force that held the Mexican 21st Armored Brigade at bay while the base was evacuated. Currently, part of the Marine Irregular Force (MIF) carrying out guerrilla warfare in and around San Diego and Tijuana.

ETHAN HAWKE
Killed in New York City rioting after TDM.

TOM HANKS
Joined the New York National Guard 12/96 and commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant 5/97. Deployed to Europe 10/97 as part of general replacement pool. As of 2000, commands a M-2A3 company in the 2nd Armored Division. Regarded as a good commander and exemplary officer.

WOODY HARRELSON
After the start of the war, Harrelson enlisted in the US Army, volunteering for Special Forces training. He is part of an A-Team in west Texas, training and supporting militia. Holds rank of Staff Sergeant with a heavy weapons specialty. Prefers the Soviet PKM or HK21 machinegun. A master with a 120mm or 81mm mortar.

CHARLTON HESTON
On a trip when LA was nuked, Charlton Heston was instrumental in getting a horse mounted militia unit organized in southern California. He led the unit on several raids against Russian and Mexican troops. Killed in action near Carlsbad, Ca 3/1999.

BOB HOPE
On a USO tour in Europe in November 1997, Hope was left stranded after fuel usage was restricted to military only. Although there has been efforts to evacuate Hope and his cast (Brooke Shields, Charlie Daniels, Cher, and Playmate Janice Moore) so far they have not been successful.

SAMUEL L. JACKSON
After Mexico invaded, Jackson became active with militia operating in southern California. In 2000, commands a platoon size unit in a horse mounted unit operating between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Paradoxically, his unit includes three members of the Aryan Nation, Nazi tattoos and all, who Jackson has become close to and considers his most trustworthy fighters. They have saved his life at least twice, the three going on a suicidal raid on one occasion to free him after capture by a Russian patrol. When Jackson asked why, one responded, oeYou may be a monkey, but youre our monkey Sir.

DWAYNE JOHNSON oeThe Rock
Not that famous in 1995, Johnson joined the navy shortly after the Soviets invaded China. He requested aviator training, selecting helicopters after graduation. Assigned to the USS Gettysburg, he flies a SH-60B anti-submarine warfare helicopter. Credited with five submarine kills and successfully made a night attack on a Soviet frigate sinking her with two torpedoes, earning the Medal of Honor. Has supported SEAL team deployments.

VAL KILMER
Engaged in ranching in New Mexico. Part of an espionage network set up by Eastwood. Although under suspicion by Mexican authorities, so far he has been left alone except for several episodes of questioning. Has an ultralight hidden away that he takes up periodically to recon military units in the area.

TED NUGENT
Active with a guerrilla unit active in southern Texas.

CHUCK NORRIS
Recalled to active duty in the USAF in 1997 as a Security Policeman. Assigned Germany late 1997. Reassigned 1st Armored Division as 1st Lieutenant in a M-3A3 platoon after flight operation curtailed mid-1998. Wounded 10/1998. Volunteered for Marauder program, and assigned operations officer 15th Marauder Co., 3rd Armored Division in 7/1999. Awarded two Bronze Stars, one Silver Star, and the Air Force Cross.

ROBERT REDFORD
Redfords Sundance, Ut property is headquarters for the 146th Calvary Squadron, a Utah militia horse cavalry unit raised in 1999. Redford is an active supporter in 2000, but his age (65) and health have kept him from military action.

ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER
After Austrian was invaded in 1997, Schwarzenegger got in his private jet, flew to Germany, and, put bluntly bullied his way into the KSK. Despite dubiousness of German officers, Schwarzenegger excelled in the training, gaining great respect. In 2000, he is assigned to a KSK unit active mostly in the Czech Republic and Hungary as well as southern Poland. Schwarzenegger is a weapons expert assigned to the 4th Platoon, 2nd KSK specializing in mountain operations. He is a skilled sniper with a secondary specialty of demolitions. Schwarzenegger is well respected and has earned his place, being well regarded for his skill and tenacity as well as bravery, and has been awarded the Gold Cross of Honour.

BROOKE SHIELDS
Part of a USO tour with Bob Hope.

WESLEY SNIPES
Joined militia in Idaho after Mexico invaded. Hand to hand combat instructor with a battalion size unit. Has participated in a number of battles. As of 2000, commands a platoon as a Lieutenant.

SYLVESTER STALLONE
After TDM, Stallone joined up with a New York Army Reserve unit doing relief work. He is currently an active member of a self-defense militia unit engaged in anti-marauder duty in northern New York and Pennsylvania. Usually rides a Harley motorcycle but also can fly helicopters.

KIEFER SUTHERLAND
A resident of Montana, after the Mexican invasion, Sutherland joined the US Army. Assigned to a cavalry unit, as of 2000, Sutherland is a sergeant stationed in Oklahoma. His unit frequently raids into Texas and New Mexico.

TOM SELLECK
A former member of California National Guard, he was recalled and commissioned as a Captain in July 1997, serving with the newly raised 119th Armored Regiment as a M-60A3 tank company commander. In 2000, executive officer with the 21st Cavalry Regiment (Horse) with rank of Lt. Col serving in Nevada based in Las Vegas.

CHARLIE SHEEN
After Mexico invaded, Sheen became very active with the resistance. He eventually was able to hook up with US Army units and has become a highly skilled sniper within the DIA. Usually found with various Special Forces units on assassination missions. He holds the rank of Staff Sergeant and uses his birth name Carlos Irwin Estevez. He believes his whole family dead, which with the exception of Martin Sheen, is correct.

MARTIN SHEEN
Essentially stuck in New York, Sheen performs in what little theater work there is.

PATRICK SWAYZE


JOHN TRAVOLTA
A licensed pilot, Travolta applied to a USAF initiative in April 1997 to allow pilots with at least 1,000 hours flight time including at least 250 hours jet time to apply as pilots up to age 40. Travolta was admitted to the program, and arrived at Davis-Montham 5/97 where he was assigned to an A-10 unit being formed with the California Air Guard and received his jet. His unit was activated and he was sent to Europe 9/97 operating from autobahn auxiliary fields. Awarded Silver Star and Distinguished Flying Cross. One of the few pilots still regularly taking to the skies, doing so with the same A-10 he received at Davis-Montham - oeOgre. Credited with over 100 AFV destroyed, and has downed two Mi-24s, a Mi-8, a SU-22, a SU-25, and a MiG-19.

MARK WAHLBERG
Just hitting his stride as an up and coming actor in 1996, Wahlberg was drafted in the first general draft in 1/1997. He was assigned to a replacement pool for the 36th Infantry Division and was declared MIA in 1998 with the rank of Sergeant.

CHRISTOPHER WALKEN
An officer in a California militia unit active in and around San Diego.

DENZEL WASHINGTON
Active with an armor brigade in Kansas, commanding a Stingray II platoon.

BRUCE WILLIS
Joined the Army in 12/1996 when US waived age restrictions to 45. Speaks German. Assigned to the 3rd Mechanized Division 6/1997. Awarded Silver Star 10/1997 and given battlefield commission and command of M-2A2 platoon. Volunteered for Special Forces 8/1998. Currently holds rank of Captain and commands an A-Team active with pro-NATO partisans in Poland. Awarded two Purple Hearts and two Silver Stars. Nominated for Medal of Honor 12/1999.

So much goodness here! I love the narrative for the Rock (sinking 1/10th of the Red Navy), Wesley Snipes (leading what began as an anti-tax militia in Gadsen Flag country", and Samuel L. Jackson leading a militia that includes Nazis (very Pulp Fiction). I'm also amused by Ethan Hawke being killed in a riot (I've always felt he represented the very worst pussified version of Gen X).

May I suggest a change to Patrick Swayze - my additions are in quotations and please take and leave as you please:

A licensed pilot, Swayze flies a F-100D fighter assigned to an air militia unit flying from Wyoming and Colorado air strips.

"He flew one of the last F-15's as an ANG pilot after joining the Colorado Air National Guard in late 1997. He was involved in a dogfight over SW Colorado with several MiGs and was forced to punch out after shooting down several enemy aircraft. He was recovered by an insurgent force that consisted of several high school students calling themselves the "Wolverines." While he was eating a can of baked beans around the Wolverine campfire, the leader of the band, a 17 year old named Chris Hemsworth (an Australian exchange student and starting quarterback at Calumet High School) asked him how he 'got himself shot down.' Swayze responded by saying "It was five to one, I got four", and the insurgents accepted him into their band. The Wolverines sacrificed several group members in order to get Swayze across enemy lines during one of the last major tank battles in the Rockies. Swayze then returned to active service with the famed 'Buffalo Cowboy' squadron, flying Vietnam or Korean War era aircraft against the invading Mexican and Soviet forces."

"Since this experience" he has scored six kills, downing a pair of Mexican MiG-21Ms, a Mirage 4000, a C-130, and two UH-1s.

"This total of 10 downed enemy aircraft makes him one of the few double aces of the Free America Air Militia"

[Ancestor]

One More Great American to consider:

BUFF pilot, Eagle Driver, conniving Army Nuke officer, or Louisiana National Guardsman

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Powers_Boothe