At 10:17 this morning, Melissa Rivers, Joan's daughter, tweeted a brief statement on her mother's condition, revealing that she currently remains on life support
Just in from the NY Daily News, Joan Rivers is being brought out of the medically induced coma that she has been in since Thursday. The paper reports that the process could take until Tuesday, and that the full extent of whether or not Rivers has suffered a loss of cognitive or physical function is not yet known.
Reports this weekend have confirmed that there has been no progress for Joan Rivers, who is said to still be in a medically induced coma and fully dependent on life support machines. While Mt. Sinai hospital has not issued any updates on the legendary comedian's status, daughter Melissa did issue a Sunday statement that 'Thank you for your continued love and support. We are keeping our fingers crossed'.
TMZ reports that comedian Joan Rivers is currently on life support. Sources close to the star say that her life is completely dependent on machines at the moment, and in a few days, her family will be faced with the decision of whether or not to keep her on the life support. The family is holding out hopes that she will make a recovery of some sort very soon.
Joan Rivers' daughter, Melissa Rivers, has spoken out today after news broke that her mother been rushed to Mount Sinai Hospital yesterday after she stopped breathing during a minor throat operation. The 81 year-old comedienne was having surgery on her vocal chords.
UPDATE: According to new reports, Joan Rivers is now in stable condition. Her daughter said in a statement late today, Thursday, August 28: 'I want to thank everyone for the overwhelming love and support for my mother. She is resting comfortably and is with our family. We ask that you continue to keep her in your thoughts and prayers.'
Birdland Jazz Club has announced its schedule for September 8 - September 14, featuring Marilyn Maye, Christian McBride Trio, Jane Monheit's Jazz Party, Natalie Douglas, and more!
A great, big Broadway season is on its way, with fourteen productions already slated to open in the next few months. With weeks until the craziness begins, there is still plenty of time to catch up on what's been going on at Broadway's already occupied theaters.
BroadwayWorld will be profiling the hits of the Great White Way that continue to draw crowds after months, years, and (in some cases) decades. Meet the current cast of Broadway's MOTOWN below!
This week on The Tonight Show, Jimmy Fallon featured more 'I've Got Good News and Good News' news spoofs, announced by NBC anchors. Besides just making uplifting announcements like, 'I love you,' NBC anchors also presented hilariously impossible feel-good news concerning President Obama, Vladamir Putin, and more.
After an embarrassing defeat in Catchphrase earlier in the episode, Giada De Laurentiis returned to 'The Tonight Show' to share some cocktails based on her grandfather, Dino De Laurentiis's movies. She also makes her favorite veal recipe with the help of Jimmy Fallon, Artie Lange, and Questlove. To say that the guys are easily distracted would be an understatement.
On last night's 'Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon,' the star of 'Sin City: A Dame to Kill For' Josh Brolin tells Fallon that he too has heard the rumors of a 'Goonies' sequel, and that he would love be a part of it... if it ever actually happens. Brolin, who got his big screen break in the 1985 classic dons his signature red bandana, and says that he will be ready for the new film, even if it doesn't come until he is a much older man.
On last night's 'Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,' Jimmy and Steve Higgins played a classic game of Catchphrase with guests Artie Lange and Giada De Laurentiis. The game including an impression of Ernie from 'Sesame Street,' Higgins on Helium, and an impromptu Idina Menzel impression.
EMMY Award-Winner Bruce Vilanch stars in a staged reading of RUBBLE, a new comedy by 4 time EMMY Award-Winning 'The Simpsons' writer, Mike Reiss at The Provincetown Theater. 'The Sopranos' star and Broadway veteran Jerry Adler also joins the cast. The staged reading of RUBBLE will be directed by James Valletti for one night only to benefit The Provincetown Theater. All proceeds go directly to support The Provincetown Theater.
On last night's TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON, Jimmy talked to Amy Brenneman about her HBO show, The Leftovers, and they imagine what her mute character would sound like if she spoke.
On last night's TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON, Jimmy welcomed back Black Simon and Garfunkel to sing Meghan Trainor's hit song 'All About that Bass.' Check out the appearance below!
On last night's TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON, Lindsay Lohan accepts the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and nominates New York's Duffield Children's Center, Prince Harry and Jared Leto.
On last night's TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON, music guest Thirty Seconds to Mars performs 'End of All Days' for the studio audience. Check out the appearance below!
The CLIO Awards, an international competition showcasing the work of industry giants in advertising, design and communications, today announces Jerry Seinfeld as its 2014 Honorary Award winner, recognized for pushing the boundaries of creativity and his longstanding contributions. The comedian, producer and forever New Yorker will receive his award at the 55(th) annual ceremony. The event, coinciding with Advertising Week, will take place on October 1 at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
The CLIO Awards, an international competition showcasing the work of industry giants in advertising, design and communications, today announces Jerry Seinfeld as its 2014 Honorary Award winner,