INTERVIEW: Jaclyn Smith Talks SVU
I caught up with Jaclyn Smith recently to discuss her new wig and hairpiece line (paulayoung.com/style-by-jaclyn-smith — more on that later this week!), and I asked her about her role in tonight's Law & Order: SVU. What can you tell me about the episode and your part in it?I sort of want my part in it to be a surprise, but it was good to get back into [doing some acting]. I had...
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Stand and Deliver Teacher Dies of Cancer
(from the Associated Press)Jaime Escalante transformed a tough East Los Angeles high school by motivating struggling inner-city students to master advanced math, became one of America's most famous teachers and inspired the movie "Stand and Deliver."He died Tuesday at age 79 after battling cancer for several years, family friend Keith Miller said.Escalante used his outsized personality...
Q and A: Week of March 31
Q: Jaclyn Smith (pictured) is one of my favorite actresses — she is the epitome of beauty and class. Can you tell me what she has been up to lately? — Georgia F., Chattanooga, Tenn.A: While I agree that Jaclyn, 66, is the epitome of beauty and class, she also is the epitome of BUSY! On the acting front, she recently completed a guest-starring stint on “Law and Order: SVU,” which airs...
Jesse James Goes to Rehab
Jesse James is going the rehab route to try to save his marriage to Oscar-winning actress Sandra Bullock — and, it would appear, to save face — according to his representative."Jesse checked himself into a treatment facility to deal with personal issues," his rep said in a statement. "He realized that this time was crucial to help himself, help his family and help save his marriage."For...
V Returns Tonight!
Don't forget: V returns tonight on ABC in its new timeslot after Lost, which is 10 pm EST. This new episode is called “Welcome to the War.” SUMMARY: Erica suddenly has to battle for her life, Anna is upset with Chad, and Ryan is concerned about Val’s pregnancy — and the resistance continues to gr...
Stephenie Meyer to Release Eclipse-Related Novella
(From the Associated Press)Attention Twilight fans: Stephenie Meyer has a new book coming out.Little, Brown Books for Young Readers will release The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner on June 5.The novella is told from the viewpoint of Bree, a newborn vampire featured in Eclipse. That's one of the books in Meyer's best-selling teen-vampire saga.Meyer says in a statement Tuesday the novella...
Bruce and Demi: Blast From the Past
Back in 2002, former couple but still good friends, Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, brought daughters Rumer and Scout (I think Tallulah was too young for the ride) to Disney's MGM (now Hollywood) Studios for some good, old-fashioned family fun. One of the rides they went on was the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror ride. Ya know how a camera takes your picture during the scary part of rides,...
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Grand Opening June 18
(all photos © 2010 Universal Orlando Resort. All rights reserved.) SPOILER ALERT!!!If you don't want to know anything about The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride at Universal Studios Orlando, then read no further.All the rest of you, ENJOY!ORLANDO, Fla. (March 25, 2010) – One of the most widely anticipated theme park entertainment experiences...
Chris Evans Is the New Captain America
(from Yahoo entertainment news)Chris Evans will play Steve Rogers, also known as Captain America.Sources said that not only has the actor accepted Marvel's offer for the big-screen role, but that the deal-making moved so fast it's now all about dotting the i's and crossing the t's.Marvel would not comment on the development, and Creative Artists Agency, which represents the actor, declined...
Q and A: Week of March 22
Q: I would like to know if Sean Astin, who narrated “Meerkat Manor,” is Sally Field’s son. — Edith P., Warner Robins, Ga.A: Sean Astin, also of “Goonies” and “Lord of the Rings” fame, is the son of a famous actress; however, it is not Sally Field. Patty Duke is Sean’s mom, and his father is Michael Tell, to whom Patty was married for less than a month before getting the marriage annulled....
Edie Falco Is Back for a New Season of Nurse Jackie
(from the Associated Press)Nurse Jackie Peyton was passed out from a hit of morphine when we last saw her, an attempt at a momentary escape from life's troubles.Now it's time to wake up and face real life again.The second season of Showtime's Nurse Jackie premieres tonight at 10 p.m. ET.Edie Falco's title character has, shall we say, a few flaws: She is addicted to drugs, cheats on...
Did Jesse Cheat on Sandra?
UPDATE: Jesse James says he's sorry for the pain and embarrassment he's caused his wife Sandra Bullock and his three children from previous relationships. He told People magazine in a statement Thursday that he exhibited "poor judgment" and "I deserve everything bad that is coming my way."(from nydailynews.com) Ten days after her tearful, triumphant Best Actress Oscar win, Sandra Bullock...
The Apprentice Will Return, Minus Celebs
Donald Trump isn't firing The Celebrity Apprentice, but he's bringing back the regular edition of the show with 14 ordinary job-hunters plagued by the economic crisis.NBC and Trump said Wednesday they want to put America back to work with the show, which is expected to air this fall. The original civilian version of The Apprentice premiered in 2004, then two years ago was replaced by...
Jennifer Love Hewitt and Jamie Kennedy Split
Jennifer Love Hewitt, 31, and her Ghost Whisperer co-star Jamie Kennedy, 39, have quietly split after a year together.It was "a mutual decision, and we've parted as friends," said Jennifer. "There's no anger, there's no upset, there's no enemies." She added that the pair's pre-existing friendship has made it easy to transition to working together as exes: "It's been totally fine....
Q and A: Week of March 15
Q: I really loved “Avatar” and have been hearing talk of sequel(s). Please tell me this is true! — David G., via e-mailA: Director James Cameron has hinted that the rumors are true. I spoke recently with CCH Pounder (pictured left; photo credit Geneva Morgan) — who plays Mo’at, the mother of Neytiri and the spiritual leader of Omaticaya clan of Pandora — and she also verified that the...
Interview: Mark Pellegrino — Jesus or Lucifer?
Many know him as Jacob from Lost or Lucifer from Supernatural. I know him as a really nice guy who was a joy to interview. I caught up with Mark Pellegrino (photo left, credit: ABC) a few weeks ago to discuss being on such an iconic television show, life in Hawaii and his plans for the future. When you were cast as Jacob on Lost last year, had you been a fan of the show, or did you...
Winslet and Mendes Split
This is sad news: A law firm says British actress Kate Winslet has split from her husband, film director Sam Mendes.London-based Schillings says the 34-year-old Oscar-winning actress separated from Mendes earlier this year.The law firm says in a statement released Monday that the split was "entirely amicable and is by mutual agreement."Winslet married the Oscar-winning film director...
Betty White to Host SNL
For months there has been speculation and rumors. As recent as a few days ago, there were very reliable rumors, but I didn't want to get my hopes up until we heard it from the Lorne's mouth, and now we have.NBC confirmed today that 88-year-old actress-extraordinaire Betty White will host Saturday Night Live's May 8th show. SNL executive producer Lorne Michaels says he can't think of...
SGU Returns April 2
Stargate Universe returns with the second half of its first season to SyFy on April 2 at 9/8c. Check out the new trailer at sgu.mgm.com.(Photo of actress Ming-Na by: Carole Segal © 2010 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios In...
Conan O'Brien Hits the Road
Conan O'Brien announced this morning, via his Twitter page, that he is taking his comedy on the road. For the past few weeks there have been rumors circulating that he would be doing just that, but there had been no confirmations until about an hour ago when he Tweeted: Hey Internet: I'm headed to your town on a half-assed comedy & music tour. Go to http://TeamCoco.com for tix....
Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom Returns April 4
One of television's longest running series is back for an eighth season! Animal Planet brings the awe and splendor of the natural world to viewers in the comfort of their own homes with the premiere of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom on Sunday, April 4, at 7 PM (ET/PT).The season premiere kicks off in our own backyard with the black bears of Northern Minnesota in BEARWALKER OF THE NORTHWOODS....
Little People, Big World Returns April 5
TLC’s hit series Little People, Big World continues its fifth season with 20 all-new episodes. From a family trip to Europe to the biggest pumpkin season ever, the Roloff family is back with new adventures starting with back-to-back premieres on Monday, April 5 at 8 and 8:30pm ET/PT. The spring season includes the series’ milestone 200th episode. The premiere episodes kick off with...
Corey Haim Dies at 38
(from the Associated Press)The Los Angeles coroner's office says "The Lost Boys" actor Corey Haim is dead at 38.UPDATE: Corey's mother, Judy Haim, told Access Hollywood that she was informed by the coroner this morning that her son died of pulmonary congestion. She said that the autopsy determined that Corey's heart was enlarged and his lungs had filled with water.Longtime friend...
Lindsay Lohan Thinks She's Madonna
(from popeater.com)Well, this takes the cake in arrogance.Lindsay Lohan is reportedly suing the financial company E-Trade, insisting that the company's new commercial about a boyfriend-stealing, "milkaholic" baby — who happens to be named Lindsay — was modeled after her. Lohan reportedly wants $100 million, The NY Post reports.This is the part that really gets me: Lohan's lawyer, Stephanie...
Brooke Burke to Co-Host DWTS
(from people.com) Brooke Burke is set to co-host Dancing With the Stars alongside Tom Bergeron, it was announced Monday on Good Morning America.Burke, who partnered with Derek Hough (pictured) to win on Dancing's seventh season, will replace Samantha Harris, who announced in January that she was leaving the show."She'll be able to talk to the couples backstage with the perspective of...
Winners: 82nd Academy Awards
Nominees and Winners (in bold) for the 82nd Academy AwardsActor in a Leading Role* Jeff Bridges in “Crazy Heart”* George Clooney in “Up in the Air”* Colin Firth in “A Single Man”* Morgan Freeman in “Invictus”* Jeremy Renner in “The Hurt Locker”Actor in a Supporting Role* Matt Damon in “Invictus”* Woody Harrelson in “The Messenger”* Christopher Plummer in “The Last Station”* Stanley...
Breakout Hit Drop Dead Dive Returns for Season 2
The highly anticipated second season of Lifetime Television’s hit series, Drop Dead Diva, will premiere Sunday, June 6, 2010, at 9pm ET/PT. Praised by critics as one of 2009’s top new series, the one-hour, comedic drama tells the story of a shallow wannabe model who dies in a sudden accident only to find her soul resurfacing in the body of a brilliant, plus-size and recently deceased...
Interview: Taylor Hicks — A Renaissance Man
Celebrity Extra: What was the impetus for your deciding to audition for American Idol back in 2005?Taylor Hicks: It was really fate. I went to Las Vegas on a whim and my brother told me Idol tryouts were there. So about four hour later I was there auditioning. It wasn’t something that I said I needed to go do; it was something that just happened. Luckily, by the grace of God, I went...
Interview: JoBeth Williams Is "Uncorked"
JoBeth Williams, who got her big break in the biz playing Brandy Shelloe on “Guiding Light” and gained international success for her role in the supernatural thriller “Poltergeist,” is back on the small screen playing a winery owner in the Hallmark Channel original movie “Uncorked.” She co-stars alongside “Dexter’s” Julie Benz, Elliott Gould and Scott Elrod of “Men in Trees” fame. “Uncorked,”...
Yet ANOTHER Reason to Watch Parks & Recreation
(from eonline.com)While NBC isn't commenting yet, Parks & Recreation boss Mike Schur just confirmed to Matt Mitovitch from Fancast that Rob Lowe is coming on the NBC show, saying, "It's a perfect fit."No word yet on Rob's role, as it is still being finalized, but he will come on board in the second-to-last episode of the season and is slated for "a number of episodes stretching...
Obama to Appear on America's Most Wanted
President Barack Obama is going to help TV's America's Most Wanted mark the milestone broadcast of its 1,000th episode. Obama will be interviewed by the show's host, John Walsh, on the episode airing 9 p.m. EST Saturday on Fox.The president will discuss the show's impact in its 22 years as well as his administration's anti-crime initiatives, including those involving white-collar crime,...
New John Hughes Movie to Be Produced?
One of John Hughes' lost movies is reportedly set for a posthumous release.Bosses at Paramount Pictures have purchased the rights to Hughes' unfilmed script, Grisby's Go Broke (although the editor in me wonders if it shouldn't be Grisbys, not Grisby's), about a dysfunctional Chicago family who loses all their money when the economy slumps.Hughes quit Hollywood in 1994, but is said to...
Julianne Moore Returns to As the World Turns
(from CBS Soaps In Depth) Big-screen superstar Julianne Moore is returning to As the World Turns and the role of Frannie Hughes — if only for an episode — this spring. CBS is at last confirming the hottest rumor of the last few weeks — that Moore will make a special return to the soap that helped launch her career! The Oscar-nominated star played the dual roles of half sisters Frannie...
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