It was at Garfield High in Seattle’s inner city where Ben Haggerty, the boy that became Macklemore, found his passion for music. Today, his talent is undisputed. The Grammy-winner’s music videos have more than 3 billion views online and now he’s using that success to help his hometown. Massive cuts …
Read More »Crew member at filming of Mr. Rogers movie dies after fall in Pittsburgh suburb
A crew member working on the new Mister Rogers movie has died after possibly suffering a heart attack and falling two stories in Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania, CBS Pittsburgh reports. The incident occurred as crews were filming, “You Are My Friend,” based on the life of Pittsburgh icon Fred Rogers. The …
Read More »Toy Story Dad: Family creates viral Disney costumes for one
A 1-year-old Utah boy has gained internet fame thanks to his dad’s Instagram account. It features pictures of the boy in pint-sized, Disney-themed costumes. Tucker Bohman has always loved the “Toy Story” films, but his deep love for “Toy Story” costumes started last year when his son Beckham “Hamm” Bohman …
Read More »Book excerpt: How “Schindler’s List” and “Jurassic Park” came to be
In his new memoir, “Who Is Michael Ovitz,” the agent discusses how he was able to work deals involving Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, Michael Crichton, and the germ of an idea about dinosaurs. Read the excerpt below, and don’t miss Rita Braver’s interview with Michael Ovitz on CBS’ “Sunday Morning” …
Read More »Miss Michigan calls out Flint water crisis during pageant
Emily Sioma, who competed in this year’s Miss America competition as Miss Michigan, did not shy away from controversy during the pageant. Each contestant introduced herself, and when it was Sioma’s turn to take the stage, she used the spotlight to address the Flint water crisis. “From the state with …
Read More »Orchestras find a new audience with live film scoring
A short time ago in a place just a freeway ride away, 18,000 kids, both young and old, were welcomed to the Hollywood Bowl for a theatrical experience like no other. For four nights in August, the Los Angeles Philharmonic and conductor David Newman performed the epic “Star Wars” scores …
Read More »Marie Avgeropoulos, star of “The 100,” arrested on felony domestic violence charges
GLENDALE, Calif. – A 32-year-old actress best known for the television series “The 100” was arrested on felony domestic violence charges last week in Glendale, CBS Los Angeles reports. Marie Avgeropoulos was taken into custody by Glendale police in the early morning hours of Aug. 5, according to Los Angeles …
Read More »2nd suspect arrested in slaying of rapper XXXTentacion
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A second person has been arrested in the June shooting death of emerging rap star XXXTentacion, authorities in Florida announced Wednesday. Michael Boatwright, 22, is facing first-degree murder charges in the killing, the Broward Sheriff’s Office said in a news release. Boatwright was initially arrested last …
Read More »Harvey Weinstein indicted on new accusations of sexual assault
NEW YORK — Disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has been indicted by a Manhattan grand jury on charges he committed a forcible sex act on a third woman, according to the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office. The new charges against Weinstein include first-degree criminal sexual act for a forcible sexual act against …
Read More »“Roseanne” spinoff “The Conners” announced today by ABC; Roseanne Barr not participating
LOS ANGELES — ABC, which canceled its “Roseanne” revival over its star’s racist tweet, says it will air a Conner family sitcom minus Roseanne Barr this fall. ABC ordered 10 episodes of the spinoff after Barr agreed to forgo any creative or financial participation in it. A look back at Roseanne …
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