Clint Dantinne.com
In a way, my life has been a pursuit to accomplish many childhood dreams. I have had so many great experiences and dreams that came true with hard work and fortunate circumstances... working at Disney World, working in radio and television, meeting George Lucas at his Skywalker Ranch, skydiving, traveling to various places in the world - the list could just go on and on. I enjoy going on day trips, especially on my motorcycle. Life is good.
Born and raised in Pennsylvania south of Philadelphia in a town called Marcus Hook, I came from a typical working class family. I am the oldest of two brothers and a sister. My dad worked full-time and attended college while I was a boy. The family later moved to the State of Delaware when I was 12 years old. Life was an adventure as a kid.
I believe that strong mental force can conquer many of the adversities faced in life. I also believe accountability is important for every person. The saying 'count your blessings' is essential to healthy thinking. I am very thankful to live in 21st century America. Without a doubt, I have had my share of trials and tribulations on life's highway. Hard times can either strengthen character or lead to defeat. Solving problems and overcoming obstacles gives me satisfaction.
The people I admire most are the greatest contributors to society. In particular I like Steven Spielberg, Walt Disney, Jim Henson, Ben Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Edison, and George Lucas. It was a thrill to once be in the same room with astronaut and pioneer Buzz Aldrin as he described his trip to the moon in 1969. The fictional character of Ben Cartwright of the TV show Bonanza has been a great mentor. Heroes are people that demonstrate courage, wisdom, integrity, and character in their daily lives.
- Involvement in civic and church groups including membership in New Castle County Chamber of Commerce
- Motorcycle Riding [PHOTO]
- Experienced skydiving several times [PHOTO], hot air ballooning, skiing, horseback riding, sail boating, bungee launch
- Traveling domestic & international (visited England, Norway, Canada, Mexico and over half of the 50 states including Hawaii and most major U.S. cities)
- Museum and historical architecture enthusiast
- Reading (especially biographies, motivational and self-help books)
- Writing
- Photography - Digital SLR (Nikon D40) and 35mm (Canon AE-1 / Minolta SRT100)
- Piloted a small Cessna airplane
- Saw two NASA Space Shuttle launches
- Chosen to represent region with one other girl for the Fall 1990 Walt Disney World College Program [PHOTO]
- Saw the Dom DeLuise and the filming of Cannonball Run II at Old Tuscon movie studios on July 8, 1983 [PHOTO]
- Met Hulk Hogan in 1985 and again in 2006 [PHOTO]
- Filmed in a crowd scene for Rocky V; saw Sylvester Stallone
- Sat in on the 'Nut Hut' radio show with John Lander & Danny Bonaduce on Eagle 106, Philadelphia in 1991
- Sailed on the Tall Ships as a member of the news media from the Port of Wilmington in 1999
- Attended Results 2000 in Philadelphia with speakers Anthony Robbins, Joan Lunden, Brian Tracy, Sanford Botkin, and Donald Trump [PHOTO]
- Attended as a member of the news media a national political convention 2000 in Philadelphia; got to either meet or see all major news reporters and anchors including politicians and former Presidents [PHOTO]
- Attended the Get Motivated 2006 seminar in Wilmington with speakers Keith A. Craft, self-made billionaire Bill Bartman, Tim Timmons, Phil Town, Jennifer Azzi, Tom Hopkins, George Ross, and boxing champion George Foreman [PHOTO]
- Flew in an Army Blackhawk helicopter and practiced shooting with an M-16 rifle in 2008 courtesy of the Delaware National Guard [PHOTO]
- Favorite Movie: Star Wars (met George Lucas at his Skywalker Ranch 2002) [PHOTO]
- Favorite TV Western: Bonanza (visited the Ponderosa Ranch near Lake Tahoe 1994) [PHOTO]
- Favorite TV Sitcom: Andy Griffith Show
- Favorite Actor: Clint Eastwood (named after) [PHOTO] / Michael Landon [PHOTO] / Harrison Ford
- Favorite Cartoon Character: Bugs Bunny
- Favorite Music Genre: Classical, Easy Listening, Oldies from 1940s and 50s
- Favorite Musical Composer: John Williams (saw in concert on May 21, 1991 conducting the Boston Pops with special guests Tony Bennett and Michel Legrand then again as guest conductor for the Marine Band on July 20, 2008) [PHOTO]
- Favorite Musical Entertainers: Group - Bee Gees & The Beatles / Male - Elvis Presley (visited Graceland) & Andy Williams / Female - Karen Carpenter & Sarah Brightman
- Favorite Innovator: Walt Disney (walked by his home at 355 Carolwood Drive)
- Favorite Speaker: Charles R. Swindoll (met in Fullerton, California 1991)
- Favorite Car: Trans Am (due to watching Knight Rider TV show growing up / previously owned a Trans Am GTA) [PHOTO]
- Favorite Sports Team: Philadelphia Eagles (family friend worked for Eagles / attended many Eagles functions and met Dick Vermeil & players as a kid)
Shares a birthday of May 27 with Wild Bill Hickok, Vincent Price, Hubert H. Humphrey, and Henry Kissinger.