Friday, April 26, 2024

Celebrity

Notes: Donovan Rocks, Chicago Eats, Whitey Bulger Shoots

Here's a unique story: Donovan, the eternally youthful 1960s troubadour who had a zillion hits like "Mellow Yellow" and "The Hurdy Gurdy Man," has...

“Jersey Boys” Has 2 Sopranos and One Child Star from “My Three Sons”

Clint Eastwood's "Jersey Boys"-- which I found very moving-- is full of little treats. The well-cast musical, opening tomorrow, of course has lots of...

Michael Jackson’s Father Tweets “Thanks” to Son’s Executors

Joseph Jackson just posted an unexpected Tweet: “I would like to thank the Estate of Michael Jackson for taking care of my wife Katherine...

Emmy Nom Ballots Due Friday: All About “Mad Men,” “Veep,” “Tanning of America”

The trade papers are full of copy about the Emmy awards: nominating ballots are due in to the Television Academy on Friday. The amount...

Meryl Streep, Mike Nichols Ruin Faye Dunaway’s Plans for “Master Class”

Poor Faye Dunaway. The Oscar winning actress has long planned on starring in the movie version of Terrence McNally's play "Master Class." Dunaway herself...

Happy Birthday Paul McCartney! The Forever Beatle Turns 72

Paul McCartney is 72 today. Happy Birthday Paul! The forever Beatle is recovering in New York after a nasty viral infection cut short his...

Ken Roberts, the Other “Jersey Boy,” Remembered at the Friars Club

"Jersey Boys" the musical is still running. The movie is about to open. But one of the men behind the scenes in the story...

Martha Stewart, Fashionistas Swan Around at “Yves Saint Laurent” Opening

Yves Saint Laurent: are you interested in him? If so, good news, there are two films coming out. One is called "Yves Saint Laurent"...