Tuesday, December 31, 2013

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE’S HINDSIGHT: WHY ‘20/20’ WAS A BIG SUCCESS

Justin Timberlake’s album, The 20/20 Experience, has been a huge success.  The hit album is one of the top selling albums of the year.  The album has been broken up into two separate releases. The first release sold almost 4 million copies, which in today’s music industry is phenomenal.

It has been seven years since he made his last album, and Timberlake feels humbled and in awe of its success.  He credits collaborating with superstar producer/songwriter Timbaland, as one of the main reasons why The 20/20 Experience has been such a huge success. 

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CLORIS LEACHMAN ‘HOPES’ TO KEEP GETTING BETTER AT ACTING

In a career spanning over six decades, actress Cloris Leachman has done it all. She won an Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in 1972 for The Last Picture Show, and of course, we can’t forget all of her great television work, including her role on the iconic Mary Tyler Moore Show. Leachman has won more Emmy Awards than any other actress in television history. Leachman currently co-stars on the FOX comedy Raising Hope.  

One would think that after all these years, Leachman has mastered the craft of acting. However, she told us that she is constantly learning something new, and that one never really masters their craft.

Raising Hope returns January 10, 2014 at 9/8 central on FOX

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Monday, December 30, 2013

BEFORE JOINING HOLLYWOOD’S A-LIST, JONAH HILL PUNKED HOLLYWOOD’S A-LIST

Before he became a  movie star, Jonah Hill, who currently stars along side Leonardo DiCaprio in Martin Scorsese's drama, The Wolf of Wall Street, was a struggling comic trying to make it big in show business.  

During his early years, Hill befriended Dustin Hoffman’s kids (Jake Hoffman has a small role in The Wolf of Wall Street) and eventually ended up hanging with the Oscar winning actor’s family.  The get-togethers usually had the actor prank calling Hoffman’s buddies, and Hill recounts his stabs at punking Warren Beatty (Hoffman’s Ishtar co-star) and a hotel owner.

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Sunday, December 29, 2013

VANESSA LACHEY FEELS VERY LUCKY TO WORK WITH THE CAST OF DADS

Vanessa Lachey currently stars as Camilla Whittemore in the FOX comedy, Dads. Lachey co-stars with a very talented comedic cast led by Seth Green, Giovanni Ribisi, and veteran actors Martin Mull and Peter Riegert. 

Lachey says that she is learning more and more about acting, and that she feels very lucky to work with such a talented cast.  She also says that she isn't afraid to admit she is learning new things every day while working.

Dads returns with all new episodes January 7 on FOX.

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Saturday, December 28, 2013

AT 91, STAN LEE AND HIS MARVEL CREATIONS KEEP STEAMIN' ALONG

Comic book creator Stan Lee is truly an American treasure. The great Stan Lee turns 91 years last week.

Lee is the brainchild behind some of the most iconic comic book heroes of all time, including The Hulk, X-Men,Spider-Man, and our favorite, Iron Man. Forty to fifty years since their creation, these heroes are as popular today as they ever were.

We spoke to Lee, who told us that he thinks it’s strange that The Fantastic Four, The Hulk, Thor, and Iron Man are all still around and thriving. Lee also said that he doesn’t think that the Marvel films could have been made 15 to 20 years ago because the technology wasn’t available.

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HANK AZARIA IN AWE OF THE LONGEVITY OF THE SIMPSONS

Hank Azaria is probably one of the most talented actors in Hollywood. Some people may not recognize his face, but know his voice. For the past 25 seasons, he has voiced more than 30 characters on the FOX iconic hit series The Simpsons. Some of the many voices that he does include bartender Moe Szyslak and Apu Nahasapeemapetilon. Azaria told us that he is still amazed that he has a job on the series and is amazed at how long the show has lasted on FOX.

The Simpsons airs Sunday nights 8/7 central on FOX

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KERI RUSSELL GOES FROM SPY GAMES TO MONKEY BUSINESS

Keri Russell is quite a busy actress.  In addition to starring in the FX drama, The Americans, she will next be seen in next summer’s action flick, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, which is the sequel to Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011). Russell gave us a few details of what we can expect from Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes opens in theaters July 18, 2014.

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Friday, December 27, 2013

MICHAEL EALY CRAVES ‘HUMAN’ CONTACT AT COMIC CON

Michael Ealy, who stars in the FOX sci-fi action series, Almost Human, had a different experience. Ealy attended Comic Con last Summer before the show had aired, and told us that it was one of the greatest experiences he has had, and that he can’t wait to go back next year.  

Almost Human airs Monday night 8/7 central on FOX.

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CAN KHAN RETURN TO ‘STAR TREK’? BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH HOPES TO MAKE IT SO!

Earlier this year, Benedict Cumberbatch gave a great performance as Khan in Star Trek Into Darkness. The film is one of the biggest grossing movies of the year so far pulling in over $228 million.  Star Trek 3 has now been green lit as a result of its success.

While director/producer J.J. Abrams will not be directing the next film (he is concentrating on directing the new Star Wars franchise), he will still be producing Star Trek 3. Also, many are already wondering if we will see the character Khan in the next film. While rumors have been floating around that we will be, Cumberbatch told us those are just rumors, but that he would like to return to reprise the role. 

Benedict Cumberbatch can currently be seen in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug. 

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'AMERICAN IDOL’ HITS THE JUDGE RESET BUTTON, AND IT’S ‘GAME ON!

American Idol is heading into Season 13 in January. As many know, there have been a few changes to the show, the biggest one being the judging panel. Keith Urban is the only judge returning to the panel from last season's panel. After taking a year off to do a worldwide concert tour, Jennifer Lopez returns along with new judge, crooner Harry Connick Jr.

The judges seem to have the perfect chemistry both on and off the set, and they tell us they feel lucky that they click so well together.

 
Check out the AMERICAN IDOL XIII season premiere Wednesday, January 15 &  Thursday, January 16 8/7 central on FOX. 

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Thursday, December 26, 2013

WANT SYLVESTER STALLONE’S AUTOGRAPH? JUST ASK, HE’LL BE HAPPY TO!

For almost four decades, Sylvester (Sly) Stallone has been one of the biggest movie stars in the world. Over his career, he has made several iconic movies including the Rocky and Rambo franchises. Stallone has one of the biggest fans bases of any actor, and knows that without his fans, he would never have achieved the success he has.

Sly tells us that when it comes to meeting and signing autographs for his fans, he makes time for them and remembers what it was like to be a fan himself.


Stallone stars with Robert De Niro in Grudge Match in theaters now. 

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SMALL SCREEN, BIG IDEAS: HOW 'THE FOLLOWING' BROUGHT KEVIN BACON TO TV

In January, Kevin Bacon returns to the FOX drama, The Following. Bacon, whose career has spanned over three decades, has been in many rememberable films including Footloose, Animal House, and A Few Good Men. While Bacon has guest starred on hit television shows before, he had never starred in one until the FOX thriller The Following.

For many years, movie stars felt that doing a television series was below them, and meant their careers were at an all-time low if forced to do a series. Bacon told us the lines have now blurred for actors due to the great quality of television shows that are on the air today. 

Season 2 of The Following premieres  Sunday, Jan. 19, 2014 (Post NFC Championship) on FOX.

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INTIMIDATED BY DICAPRIO & SCORSESE, JONAH HILL DECIDED TO BE HIMSELF

Jonah Hill is receiving some of the best reviews of his career co-starring with Leonardo DiCaprio in Martin Scorsese's drama, The Wolf of Wall Street. Hill is undoubtedly in line for an Academy Award nomination (his second). In the film, Hill plays Donnie Azoff, partner and best friend to Jordan Belfort (Leonardo DiCaprio), both of whom are behind stock frauds and other financial schemes. Hill is brilliant and steals almost every scene. 

We spoke to Hill, who told us there was a lot of improvisation on the set.  He also said that at first he was a bit nervous working with DiCaprio and the legendary Scorsese, and that improvisation was welcomed.



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Monday, December 23, 2013

ON THE FIRST DAY OF WINTER, IT'S STILL FALL FOR 'THE MINDY PROJECT'

A new episode of The Mindy Project returns on Tuesday January 7, 2014. Until then, enjoy a warm holiday greeting directly from Mindy and The Mindy Project.
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JENNIFER LAWRENCE: WHY SHE DOESN’T HUNGER FOR THE FAME GAMES

Jennifer Lawrence is one of the most famous stars in the world. Lawrence embraces her fame, and is known to be a fan friendly star. But like most stars, she has to deal with another side of fame, the invasion of her privacy. While many stars love the fame no matter what comes with it, Lawrence tell us that at times, fame isn't as glamorous as people think. 

Jennifer Lawrence currently stars in The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, and in David O. Russell's American Hustle.


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HOW NANCY CARTWRIGHT BECAME A RECORDING BARTIST

FOX animated series The Simpsons is currently in its 25th season.  It’s been a long road since the program started as a series of shorts on The Tracey Ullman show back in 1987.  Since then the program has made television history, as it is the longest running American primetime (scripted) series.

Nancy Cartwright, the voice of Bart Simpson, talked to us about auditioning for the series, which she described as “no big deal.” 

The Simpsons airs Sunday nights 8/7 central on FOX


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Saturday, December 21, 2013

KATY PERRY COMES ROARING BACK FROM ADVERSITY

Music superstar Katy Perry has been one of the hardest working singers in the business. Perry has scored eight singles which have topped the music chart. In addition to her music career, Perry has also started a successful acting career, having guest starred on the FOX comedy series, Raising Hope and doing the voice of Smurfette in The Smurfs movies.

But before she was a top singer, she had a very tough time breaking into the music industry. Things got so bad that early in her music career, her record label dropped her. Perry recalls that those rough, early days in her career eventually made her stronger, and helped her to get to the top of the music industry where she is today.  

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Friday, December 20, 2013

‘ENLISTED’ AIMS FOR MILITARY HILARITY

Throughout the history of film and television, there have been great comedies centered around the Army, including the beloved films Stripes and Private Benjamin, and the television series Mash. 

The new FOX comedy series, Enlisted, can now be added to the list. The series, which premiers on January 10, 2014, centers around the Army and stars Geoff Stults, who previously starred in the FOX series, The Finder. Stults gave us a preview of what to expect from the show

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SANDRA BULLOCK’S SINGING PARENTS WERE THE KEY TO HER SANITY

Academy Award winner Sandra Bullock is one of the most beloved movie stars in the world. Bullock,who has been working in films and movies since 1985, handles fame with class and style. Rarely do you hear or read gossip stories about her. Bullock credits her parents, who were opera singers, for bringing her up the right way. She told us that growing up in her household, there was very little talk of or exposure to the bright light of Hollywood. 

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MINDY KALING WOULDN’T TAKE ON A ‘PROJECT’ WITHOUT A GREAT TEAM

Mindy Kaling is one of the most talented actresses on television. In addition to starring in her comedy series, The Mindy Project, she also produces and writes for the series. That is not an easy feat for anybody, but Kaling makes it look easy to produce a funny episode week after week.

With all of her tasks on the show, one must wonder if she ever gets any rest. But Kaling tells us that it's easy for her to have many different responsibilities on the series because she surrounds herself with a great supportive team, many of whom she has worked with in the past.

The Mindy Project airs Tuesday nights 9:30/8:30 central on FOX.
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HOW LEONARDO DICAPRIO BROUGHT THE ‘WOLF’ TO HOLLYWOOD’S DOOR

Leonardo DiCaprio gives one of the best performances of his career playing real life Wall Street stockbroker, Jordan Belfort, who defrauded investors in a massive securities scheme, in Martin Scorsese's Wolf of Wall Street.

The film is based on the novel, The Wolf of Wall Street, which Jordan Belfort wrote, and has been a long standing passionate project for DiCaprio, which has taken years to materialize. DiCaprio talked with us about the long road which led the film to the big screen, and how he wanted no one but the great Martin Scorsese, whom he has worked with five previous times, to direct the film. 

The Wolf of Wall Street opens in theaters Christmas Day.

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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

JENNIFER LOPEZ: ‘I’M GLAD’ TO BE BACK ON ‘IDOL’

After taking a year off from the reality series, superstar Jennifer Lopez return for the 13th season of American Idol. Lopez took last year off to do a music tour and work on some other projects. While on her American Idol hiatus, Lopez says she missed not being on Idol, and couldn't be happier returning to judge the competition.

American Idol returns Check out the  AMERICAN IDOL XIII season premiere Wednesday, January 15 &  Thursday, January 16 on FOX.

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IT’S NO SECRET THAT BEN STILLER LONGED TO PLAY ‘WALTER MITTY’

Ben Stiller’s new film, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, which he also directed and produced, is scheduled to be released on December 25, 2013. The film has already received positive feedback from those who have seen the early screenings. The film is a retelling of the 1945 film by the same name, about an office worker who daydreams and fantasizes about an adventurous life. The film is rumored to be a contender for Oscar consideration.

Stiller knew this was a movie he wanted to make once he read the script.

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GREG KINNEAR RAVES ABOUT ‘RAKE’

One of the most anticipated shows of the midseason is Rake, the FOX dramedy starring Academy Award nominated actor Greg Kinnear. Kinnear can do it all-- comedy, drama and everything in between. The series is about a criminal defense attorney (Kinnear), whose personal issues, including his gambling addiction and quirkiness, lead him down a very unique road.  

For the past several years, Kinnear's career has been primarily in film.  He says that he took on the role in Rake because the show is an ensemble which he loves to work with, and that he fell in love with the Australian version of this show, which is highly acclaimed.  

Catch the Rake series premiere January 23, 2014 on FOX. 

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TOM HANKS KNEW HIS ‘SLEEPLESS’ CONNECTION WITH MEG RYAN WAS SPECIAL

It’s hard to believe that Sleepless in Seattle, directed and written by the late Nora Ephron, was released 20 years ago. The film teamed Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan for the second time, and is one of the most beloved romantic films of all time.

Movie audiences all over the world loved Meg Ryan’s and Tom Hanks’ chemistry on screen, and consider them the modern day Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy. Hanks told us he wouldn’t put them on the level of Hepburn and Tracy, but he knows that he and Ryan had that special on screen chemistry. 

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Tuesday, December 17, 2013

WHY ‘BONES’ JUST KEEPS ON GROWING

The FOX series Bones, now in its ninth season, is the longest drama currently on the network. The series, which stars David Boreanaz and Emily Deschanel, has one of the most loyal audiences of any series on television. Series creator/producer/writer Hart Hanson and producer/writer Stephen Nathan attribute the show finding a new audience over the years to its constant repeats on television.  They also think that Dr. Temperance ‘Bones’ Brennan is a role model for young girls.

Bones airs Friday nights 8/7 central on FOX.

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‘CAPTAIN AMERICA’S’ CHRIS EVANS: YOU CAN TEACH AN OLD SUPERHERO NEW TRICKS!

Captain America: The Winter Soldier will be the third chapter in Marvel Studios’ cinematic universe Phase 2. After having the stage set by last May’s Iron Man 3 and this November’s Thor: The Dark World, Winter Soldier finds the stalwart Captain Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) now fully initiated as a SHIELD operative and facing down a menace from his past which threatens the fate of the country; maybe even the world. (because, let’s be honest — it always threatens the world)

Along with some new threads, new allies like the Falcon (played by Runner Runner’s Anthony Mackie), and a new Washington, DC address, it appears Cap will also get some new moves. At a red carpet event for his new film, Evans spoke about the training Cap’s received since helping fight off an alien invasion in Marvel’s The Avengers.

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HOW SELF-DOUBT ALMOST KILLED BRUNO MARS’ CAREER

Bruno Mars is one of the most diverse musicians in the world. Mars doesn’t only sing and dance - he writes his own songs and also pens tracks for other artists. The entertainer, who sells out concert venues all over the world, seems to have the world in the palm of his hands.

But it wasn’t that long ago when Mars was a struggling artist wishing for his big break. Mars told us he always knew the road to success would be hard, and recalls times when he didn’t know if he could even pay his rent. He even started doubting his one of a kind talent. 


Catch Bruno Mars on the half time show of the Super Bowl on February 2, 2014 on FOX.

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HER SHOW MAY BE CALLED ‘NEW GIRL,’ BUT ZOOEY DESCHANEL CAN’T DO IT WITHOUT THE GUYS

For the third year in a row, the great Zooey Deschanel has been nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Musical or Comedy, for playing the loveable “Jess” on the FOX hit comedy, New Girl.

Deschanel is one of the most gifted comedic actresses on television today. Deschanel credits her fellow cast mates for all the accolades she has garnered over the past few seasons of the show, and says that the chemistry they have on set is truly the same as they have off set.  She also acknowledges that all of the recognition she and the show have received is a group effort. 


New Girl airs Tuesday nights 9/8 central on FOX.
 

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Monday, December 16, 2013

‘ALMOST HUMAN’ STARS: WHY YOU SHOULD BE WATCHING!

Almost Human is one of the best series on television. Aside from the brilliant minds behind the series (executive producer J.J. Abrams of Star Trek and Fringe and J.H. Wyman of Fringe), there is a fantastic cast led by dynamic duo Karl Ubran and Michael Ealy, along with a great ensemble cast. The show contains some of the best action on all of television, and the storylines keep the audience enthralled week after week.

If you aren't watching Almost Human, you are really missing out on a great show.  Karl Urban and Michael Ealy tell us why you should watch Almost Human. 



Almost Human airs Monday nights 8/7 central on FOX.


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SCHWARZENEGGER HAPPY TO ‘BE BACK’ IN OLD ROLE AS TERMINATOR

Terminator fans—it is time to get excited! The new Terminator, or rather, what is being called a reboot, is starting to come together.  A few days ago, Game of Thrones actress Emilia Clarke was cast to take on the iconic role of Sarah Connor.  The character was previously played by Linda Hamilton on the big screen, and Clarke’s Game of Thrones co-star, Lena Headey, played Sarah Connor in the FOX series, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles. Casting is still in progress, but Jason Clarke, who previously starred on the FOX critically acclaimed cop drama, The Chicago Code, is in talks to play John Connor. But the biggest news of all is that Former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger will be reprising his role of The Terminator. 

We have spoken to Schwarzenegger several times over the years, and he has always showed affection for The Terminator role that made him a worldwide superstar. Schwarzenegger told us that he would always want to return to the Terminator franchise, as long as the fans want to see it. 
The Terminator franchise is one of the biggest grossing film franchises in movie history, and its impact on movie fans is still felt today, 29 years after the original release. To this day, people still quote the movie, and Schwarzenegger is proud of the impact that The Terminator has had in pop culture. 
The new Terminator film is slated to be released on July 1, 2015

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Saturday, December 14, 2013

HARRY CONNICK JR. IS OVER THE MOON BEING A JUDGE ON AMERICAN IDOL

AMERICAN IDOL XIII  is just upon us. This season sees some changes on the judging panel. Country superstar Keith Urban returns from last years panel, and after a season away from American Idol, worldwide superstar Jennifer Lopez returns along with a new judge, the beloved crooner/actor Harry Connick Jr., who joins the judging panel.

Connick Jr., who appeared as a mentor on the show a few years ago, says that he is excited to join American Idol and feels very happy to join the show.



Check out the  AMERICAN IDOL XIII season premiere Wednesday, January 15 & Thursday, January 16 on FOX.

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JENNIFER LAWRENCE: EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED FROM AMERICAN HUSTLE

Jennifer Lawrence has had a tremendous 2013.  This year, she won the Academy Award for best actress for Silver Linings Playbook, she currently stars in one of the top grossing movies of the year, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, and if that isn't enough, her new movie, the critically acclaimed film American Hustle, which many think will garner her another Academy Award nomination, opens in theaters next weekend. 
 
American Hustle reunites Lawrence with director David O. Russell and co-star Bradley Cooper. The film is based on a true story about the FBI ABSCAM operation of the late 1970's and 1980's, and will surely be one of the best films of the year.  Lawrence says that the audience can expect a different and unique movie experience that we haven't seen in a long time. 
 

American Hustle opens in theaters on December 20. 

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Friday, December 13, 2013

ARE YOU FOLLOWING ‘THE FOLLOWING’? KEVIN BACON PREVIEWS SEASON TWO!

The FOX hit drama, The Following, was one of the best shows on television last season. Every episode had its audience on the edge of their seats, since we never knew what to expect from each episode. The Following returns for its second season Sunday, January 19, 2014 after the NFC Championship game.

Kevin Bacon, who gave some of the best performances of his long career in the first season, told us what we can expect from season two.

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DE NIRO WENT DOWN A ROCKY ROAD FILMING WITH STALLONE

Sylvester Stallone and Robert De Niro have both made iconic boxing movies. Of course, Stallone is famous for the Rocky films, and De Niro played Jake La Motta in Raging Bull. Now, both actors are returning to the ring on the big screen starring together in Grudge Match, which is about two former boxing rivals who are convinced to come out of retirement to fight each other one last time.

Both legendary actors worked out with trainers to get into boxing shape. De Niro says that he heavily relied on Stallone's boxing expertise while filming the boxing scenes. 

Grudge Match opens in theaters on Christmas Day.


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ANDY SAMBERG: ARMED AND HUMOROUS!

Golden Globe winner Andy Samberg stars in the FOX hit comedy Brooklyn Nine-Nine.Samberg plays detective Jake Peralta, who solves crimes with his wit and charm. Samberg bring his comic brilliance to the role, which makes the series fun to watch.

Aside from working with a very good ensemble cast, Samberg says the best part of playing a detective is pretending to know how to shoot a gun.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine airs Tuesday nights 9:30/8:30 central on FOX.

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TO DIRECTOR TYLER PERRY, TALENT IS COLORBLIND

Tyler Perry’s grit, determination, and narrative talent has placed him in a creative world of his own, thanks to his Madea film franchise and his successful foray into television. Perry, who acts, write, produces, and directs much of his material, has received his share of support from the African-American community, and he has also made a point of giving back to his devoted fan base.

Perry loves the diversity displayed in his film and television crews, but he makes a fine point that one is not hired based on their ethnicity. To land a job with Mr. Perry, hard work, tenacity, and talent are per-requisites, especially since the filmmaker says he runs a “tight ship".

His newest Madea film, A Madea Christmas is in theaters now.

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Thursday, December 12, 2013

TAMARA TAYLOR THINKS IT’S THE HEART THAT KEEPS ‘BONES’ STRONG

Not many television shows that get on the air survive more than a season or two. The same can’t be said about the FOX hit series, Bones, which is now in its ninth season. The show continues to entertain its audience season after season.  

There are many reasons why Bones continues to have such a great run on television.  Tamara Taylor, who plays Dr. Camille Saroyan, thinks it's the relationships between the characters that has carried the series through the years. 

 Bones airs Friday nights 8/7 central on FOX. 

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BRYAN CRANSTON'S 'BAD' ENCORE: REBOOTING GODZILLA

Now that Emmy Award winner Bryan Cranston is done filming Breaking Bad, he can do pretty much any project he wants. One of those projects is Godzilla, which is a reboot of the classic monster film franchise of the same name. Some might wonder why this franchise is being rebooted, and why Cranston would choose to star in a film like Godzilla. Cranston told us there are many elements that will make this film unique 

Godzilla opens in theaters May 16, 2014.

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SIMON & KELLY’S RULES TO MAKE IT IN MUSIC: BREAK RULES AND BREAK A SWEAT

The odds of breaking into the music industry and becoming a successful music artist are slim to none.  So shows like The X Factor give people who do not have the connections to get their foot in the door a chance to become a successful musical artist. Boy band sensation One Direction, Leona Lewis, Fifth Harmony, and Emblem 3 were all unknowns until they ventured onto The X Factor and became successful artists. 

The X Factor judges/mentors Simon Cowell and Kelly Rowland have said that for those aspiring musical artists who want to get into the music business today, there are no rules, and if you really want to break into the music business you have to be ambitious and have the strongest work ethic possible.


The X Factor airs Wednesday and Thursday nights 8/7 central on FOX.

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BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH WOULD LOVE TO DO A SOLO ACT

Benedict Cumberbatch is no stranger to being part of beloved film franchises. Earlier this year, he played the villain role of Khan in Star Trek Into Darkness, and he will be reprising his role as Smaug/Necromancer in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, opening in theatres tomorrow.

Rumors are also flying that Cumberbatch wants to be a part of the next Star Wars film which J.J. Abrams is directing.  Abrams also directed him in Star Trek Into Darkness. To star in any Star Wars film would be a dream come true for anyone, including Cumberbatch, who told us that he was a Star Wars fan growing up and has always fantasized about being Han Solo. 

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Monday, December 9, 2013

LEA MICHELE RELIVES THE DAY THAT CHANGED HER LIFE

Before her role on Glee, Lea Michele was well known on Broadway, having starred in the hit musical Spring Awakening. When Glee premiered, Lea Michele's life changed, making her a worldwide star. 2014 is sure to be an even bigger year for her. Michele’s debut album, Louder, and the first single off the album (Cannonball) ha been released.

Michele knows all too well that if it wasn't for Glee, the success she is having might not have happened so fast. We have spoken to Michele several times over the years, and she reminisced about her Glee audition which won her the role of Rachel Berry and changed her life.   

Take a listen to Lea Michele's new single Cannonball
Glee airs Thursdays nights on FOX. 

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ANCHORS AWAY NO LONGER, WHICH IS FINE WITH STEVE CARELL

Fans can’t wait for Ron Burgundy's return to the big screen in Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues. The core cast, Will Ferrell, Christina Applegate, Paul Rudd, David Koechner, and Steve Carell all return to reprise their hilarious roles from the 2004 comedy. 

Carell says that reuniting with the Anchorman cast was like an old music band reuniting, and that it was great fun to reunite with his friends.  

Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues opens in theaters December 18, 2013.

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POLL POSITION: DANICA PATRICK WINS VOTE FOR ACA HOSTING GIG

Tonight, Iconic Country singer Trace Atkins and race car star Danica Patrick will host the 2013 American Country Awards live from Las Vegas 8/7 central on FOX. The award show is a favorite of many country music lovers. Among the stars to perform will be LeAnn Rimes, Justin Moore, Randy Houser and Thomas Rhett.

 The show is one of the most unique award shows because the winners are voted in by the fans. Host Trace Atkins says that is the aspect of the show he loves the most.  In fact, that is how Danica Patrick was chosen to co-host the show-- fans voted for her to do it!

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KARL URBAN GIVES MAD PROPS TO ‘MAD SCIENTIST’ J.J. ABRAMS

Almost Human is one of the best new series on television. The series has it all-- a great cast, great characters, and great minds behind the scenes. One of those amazing minds belongs to J.J. Abrams, who is the executive producer on the series.  

Karl Urban, who has worked very closely with Abrams on two Star Trek films, says that Abrams is a mad scientist who knows how to create great material for audiences, and has the track record to prove it.

Almost Human airs Monday nights 8/7 central on FOX.

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