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Jimmy Fallon's 'Tonight Show' Confirmed as Leno Officially Steps Down in 2014

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 17:06:08 +0000

After weeks, months, even years of speculation, Jimmy Fallon is officially set to take over 'The Tonight Show' from longtime host Jay Leno, moving production of the legendary NBC late-night series to New York in 2014. The speculation had reached a boiling point in recent weeks, with the NBC late-night comedians even playfully joking about the matter, before NBC officially decided to confirm the transition. So when can we expect 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon?' Find out the details of late night's future inside!

Wynonna Judd's Husband Walks for the First Time Since Accident

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:00:07 +0000

She might have struggled on 'Dancing With the Stars' this week, but Wynonna Judd has plenty to celebrate. Her husband and drummer, Cactus Moser, took his first steps on his own after losing his leg in a motorcycle accident last August.

Kree Harrison Gets Props From Aretha Franklin on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 01:52:34 +0000

When both Smokey Robinson and Aretha Franklin are on your side, you don't have much to worry about. That's the lesson soulful country singer Kree Harrison learned on Thursday night (March 28) on 'American Idol,' easily moving on to the next round of the reality singing competition after turning in a stellar version of Franklin's 'Don't Play That Song' on Wednesday night (March 27).

2013 Oscars: Seth MacFarlane Says There is "No Way" He'll Host Again

Jacob Hall — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 18:04:19 +0000

There's been no shortage of controversy following the 2013 Oscars, most of it dealing with host Seth MacFarlane's particular brand of comedy, which is either hilariously crude or mean-spirited and misogynistic, depending on who you ask. But with ratings higher than last year's ceremony (40.3 million people tuned in to watch 'Argo' win Best Picture), you'd wonder if the Academy would decide that further outcry was worth it and ask the 'Family Guy' creator back for a second time. However, MacFarlane himself preemptively answered that question on Twitter.

Dancing With The Stars Cast Announced! Who's Your Fav? [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:37:32 +0000

Dancing With The Stars 2013 cast has been announced! Some I know and some …not so much! The ones I know and am excited about? Wynonna Judd, Aly Raisman, Kellie Pickler and Dorothy Hamill! The ones I’m not so sure about? General Hospital’s Ingo Rademacher, Zendaya Coleman, Victor Ortiz, Andy Dick, Lisa Vanderpump, Jacoby Jones, [...]

The Oscars! What Was Your Favorite Part?

Lisa Lindsey — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 12:50:08 +0000

Aw, the Oscars! Did you watch it? What was your favorite part? What did you think of Seth MacFarlane’s job at hosting the show? Here’s a run down of the winners: Best Motion Picture: Argo Director: Ang Lee, Life of Pi Best Actor: Daniel Day-Lewis, Lincoln Best Actress: Jennifer Lawrence, Silver Linings Playbook Supporting Actor: Christoph Waltz, Django Unchained [...]

Runway Model Still Turning Heads at 81 [PHOTOS]

Danny Merrell — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 14:28:23 +0000

Her name is Carmen Dell’Orefice and she is a high in demand supermodel from New York. She is svelte, graceful, and she has the picture-perfect sculpted cheek bones that most women would die for…oh, and she is 81 years old. Proving that age is just a number, take a look at some of the photos [...]

Zombies Spotted in New York City [VIDEO]

Sean Ericson — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 17:00:51 +0000

Are there zombies among us? The very popular and award winning AMC show The Walking Dead has been bring zombies into living rooms weekly. That is until Dish Network dropped them. In a clever marketing scheme, AMC put several actors in convincing zombie make-up and set them loose on the streets of New York city. Enjoy…

Wanted: Texas Gator Hunters for Swamp People

Jim Bell — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 17:25:27 +0000

Want a chance to hunt alligators in the Louisiana swamps on TV? Well listen up. The History Channel wants YOU. The popular reality show Swamp People wants to add some gator hunters from Texas to its cast, so they’re planning a casting call in Beaumont later this month. The Beaumont Enterprise reports the show [...]

No Birthday Boy Bigger! This Day In Country Music – May 18th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Fri, 18 May 2012 15:10:23 +0000

On this day in 1952 in Poteet, Texas a baby boy was born that would help define Country music. 2008 – Sugarland’s “Stay” is a double-winner, claiming Single Record and Song of the Year during the 43rd annual Academy of Country Music Awards on CBS from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. 2005 [...]

Elmo Like You've Never Seen Before (Video)

Sean Ericson — Fri, 18 May 2012 03:15:45 +0000

OK, I’ll say it… I can’t wait to see this new episode of Sesame Street! really! As reported by Associated Press: Add Ricky Gervais to the set of ‘Sesame Street’ and you come up with outrageous comedy. Check out outtakes from his interview with Muppet Elmo. The full episode airs this November when ‘Street’ opens [...]

Gorgeous Miss Universe Contestant Yanked Because She Used To Be Male [PHOTOS]

Danny Merrell — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:20:53 +0000

Take a close look at Jenna Talackova of Vancouver.

Many would say that she has what it takes to compete for the title of Miss Universe. There is one major issue according to pageant officials.

This 6 foot 1 inch beauty was born a male.

Polio Cannot Stop This Cirque Du Soleil Performer [VIDEO]

Danny Merrell — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:52:33 +0000

His name is Dergin Tokmak and as a child he contracted polio, which is a virus that attacks the nerves that control muscle function.

He lost full control of his legs and was basically confined to a wheel chair or crutches. But Tokmak has a determination that is amazing, and he has used that will to become a performer for Cirque du Soleil.

Check out his inspiring dance on crutches.

Disney and WB Battle Over Flying Monkeys for New 'Oz' Movie

Mike Sampson — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 22:40:17 +0000

Disney’s upcoming movie, ‘Oz, the Great and Powerful’, boasts an A-list cast — Oscar nominees James Franco, Rachel Weisz and Michelle Williams plus Mila Kunis — and a storyline that will take audiences to the origin of the Wizard himself. But Warner Bros., who holds the rights to ‘The Wizard of Oz’ film, would like to put a stop to that film.

Reba McEntire Alive Enough to Make Fun of Death Hoax

Billy Dukes — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:28:12 +0000

Reba McEntire is taking reports of her alleged tragic death very well. After tweeting yesterday that she was indeed still breathing and doing all the things expected of a healthy, 56-year-old woman, she posted this picture to the Reba McEntire on WhoSay website.

Taylor Swift Scrapped From 'Les Miserables' Cast

Amanda Hensel — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:25:45 +0000

Apparently, Taylor Swift won’t be taking part in ‘Les Miserables’ after all. Though the 22-year-old pop-country hitmaker was spotted in London recently, presumably working out the kinks of her role as Eponine, she has since been pulled from the ‘Les Miserables’ cast list.

Ferris Bueller Returns In Honda's Full 2012 Super Bowl Commercial [VIDEO]

Don Deane — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:09:47 +0000

Can’t wait a week to see Honda’s Ferris Bueller-themed Super Bowl commercial starring Matthew Broderick? Turns out, you don’t have to! The car company released a two-minute version of the ad on the internet today and it’s just as awesome as we had hoped. In the commercial, Broderick plays hooky like Bueller did twenty-six years [...]

Keith Urban Snags Two CMAA Awards

Amanda Hensel — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:15:14 +0000

There’s no question that Keith Urban is one of the most famous Australian country singers, well, ever. Therefore, it’s no big surprise that he snagged not one, but two awards at a Country Music Association of Australia event on Saturday, adding to his huge collection of accolades.

George Clooney, 'The Artist' and Meryl Streep Are Among the 2012 Oscar Nominations [PHOTOS]

Townsquare Media — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:24:56 +0000

The 2012 Oscars are just around the corner. It’s our favorite time of year when the really hardcore movie fans throw parties and get aggravated when all their guests aren’t paying close attention. Well, start getting pumped ’cause the Oscar nominations have been released. Check ‘em out below. Best Picture ‘Hugo’ ‘The Artist’ ‘The Help’ [...]

Emily Maynard Will Try To Find Love Again on 'The Bachelorette'

Kathy Landin — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 23:45:25 +0000

Emily Maynard is returning to reality television once more to see if she can find love. Show sources confirmed to People magazine that the chosen fiancé from Brad Womack’s season of ‘The Bachelor’ will be the one to do the choosing in the next season of ‘The Bachelorette.’ Maynard’s unstable engagement to Womack ended last [...]