Why Will Smith Conquered The World

Will Smith is one of the biggest movie stars in the world. Smith is one of those rare actors who can generate major box office dollars. The actor, who is also a veteran producer, learned the importance of generating an international audience after listening to advice from Sylvester Stallone, Bruce Willis, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. (Click on the audio player to hear Will Smith)    Will Smith currently stars in the drama, Focus.

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Has 'Bones' Brilliance Rubbed Off On Emily Deschanel?

Emily Deschanel has played Dr. Temperance “Bones” Brennan for seven seasons on the FOX hit series, Bones.  Over the course of the years, her character has had to learn a lot of medical terminology.  In fact, there might be instances where Deschanel may be able to use her medical knowledge in real life.  Does she try using it? (Click on the audio player to hear Emily Deschanel)

Bones airs Thursday nights 8/7c on FOX.

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Samuel L. Jackson Recalls His Humble Beginnings

For four decades, Samuel L. Jackson has been a working actor and today is considered one of the best actors working in film. Over his incredible career, Jackson has worked with some of the greatest directors the big screen has ever seen, including Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, and Quentin Tarantino.

Jackson has worked on classic films such as Goodfellas and Pulp Fiction, and got to live his boyhood dreams starring in action movies, including The Avengers, Die Hard: With a Vengeance, and Star Wars Episodes 1-3.  Films that Jackson has made have grossed over $3 billion, making him one of the highest grossing actors in movie history.

Before reaching stardom, Jackson was a struggling actor going from acting job to acting job. We spoke to Jackson and asked him if he recalls his first acting job. (Click on the audio player to hear Samuel L. Jackson)

Samuel L. Jackson can currently can be seen in Kingsman: The Secret Service.

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After Three Decades, Why is Kevin Bacon's Career Still Sizzling?

For over four decades, Kevin Bacon has been working in Hollywood taking on many different kinds of roles.  Most fans remember him for his roles in Footloose, Apollo 13, and Diner, among many others.  Bacon has found another great role playing Ryan Hardy in the FOX suspenseful series, The Following.

The longevity of Bacon’s career is rare.  In fact, many actors are in awe of Bacon’s long acting career and want to know his formula for success. Bacon told us there are no secrets to his longevity and that it's hard to find work.  He believes that his persistency, and his love of making films and starring in television shows such as The Following, is the reason for his long career.


The Following airs Monday nights on FOX.

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Robert Downey Jr. 'Avengers' Are Real Friends, Not Faux

For the fifth time, Robert Downey Jr. will don his massive metallic suit and step into the role of Iron Man (and his alter ego, Tony Stark), this time for the movie "Avengers: Age of Ultron."  It's his second time working with the "Avengers" crew, led by director Joss Whedon, and Downey's thrilled that he's able to enjoy a great relationship with Whedon and his fellow cast members, both on and off the set.

"Avengers: Age of Ultron" will open in theaters on May 1.

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No Middle Ground: Idol Judges All In Qassim's Corner

The "American Idol" judges have never used their save as early in the competition as they did on Thursday night, when they unanimously voted to spare Qaasim Middelton from a quick exit.  Was it the right choice?  There was plenty of criticism to be found on social media, but when we spoke to the judges on Thursday night, each of them felt they had made the right decision.

Jennifer Lopez told us there was no doubt in her mind, because she's felt that Middleton has been the best performer she's seen on the "American Idol" stage all season, from the auditions through the finals. (Click on the audio player  to hear Jennifer Lopez)

As for Harry Connick, Jr., he praised Middleton's potential and his "save performance," but also offered a little bit of advice for the young singer going forward.  (Click on the audio player  to hear Harry Connick, Jr.)
For Keith Urban, Middleton's rendition of The Beatles' "Come Together" more than justified the "save" vote.  (Click on the audio player  to hear Keith Urban)

With no more judges' save remaining, America's votes will eliminate two of the Top 11 contestants on the next episode of "American Idol XIV," which will feature '80s music and guest mentor Boy George.  It will air Wednesday night at 8/7c on FOX.

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