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Date of Death: January 22, 2005 (79)

Birth Place: Corning, IA, USA

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VIDEO: Keith Richards Talks New Children's Book & More on TONIGHT SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 10, 2014


On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, Jimmy talked with Keith Richards about the inspiration behind his children's book, Gus & Me: The Story of My Granddad and My First Guitar, and how Keith became one of Chuck Berry's biggest hits

VIDEO: Debra Messing Shows Off Her Juggling Skills on TONIGHT SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 10, 2014


On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, Jimmy talked to Debra Messing about her NBC series, The Mysteries of Laura, and the great trapeze skills she picked up at NYU.

VIDEO: Britney Spears Shares the Pros and Cons of Dating Her on TONIGHT SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 10, 2014


On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, in light of Britney Spears' single status, Jimmy and Britney weigh the good and bad of dating her, and Jimmy makes the pop superstar a Tinder account.

Golf Channel Airs Encore Presentation of ARNIE Today
by TV News Desk - Sep 10, 2014


Celebrating Arnold Palmer's 85th birthday, Golf Channel today will air an encore presentation of the critically acclaimed Arnie which chronicles the life and legacy of Palmer and became the most-watched original production in Golf Channel history. The three-part television event will air in consecutive hours beginning at 3 p.m. ET and in primetime at 8 p.m. ET.

VIDEO: Jason Segel Talks First Novel 'Nightmares', HIMYM & More on TONIGHT SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 9, 2014


On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, Jimmy talked to Jason Segel about the inspiration behind his first novel, Nightmares!

VIDEO: Steve Harvey Talks New Self-Help Book & Detox Program on TONIGHT SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 9, 2014


On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, Jimmy talked to Steve Harvey about his latest self-help book, Act Like a Success, Think Like a Success, and Jimmy shows Steve what he would look like if he didn't stay in shape.

VIDEO: Alicia Keys Launches #WeAreHere Campaign with TONIGHT SHOW Performance
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 9, 2014


On last night's TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON, music guest Alicia Keys performed her new single 'We Are Here'.

VIDEO: Steve Harvey, Jason Segel & The Roots Play 'Family Feud' on TONIGHT SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 9, 2014


On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, Steve Harvey hosted a special Tonight Show edition of Family Feud with Jason Segel, Jimmy and Higgins of the Fallon family facing off against Questlove, Tarik and James of The Roots family

Golf Channel to Air Encore Presentation of ARNIE, 9/10
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 8, 2014


Celebrating Arnold Palmer's 85th birthday, Golf Channel on Wednesday will air an encore presentation of the critically acclaimed Arnie which chronicles the life and legacy of Palmer and became the most-watched original production in Golf Channel history. The three-part television event will air in consecutive hours beginning at 3 p.m. ET and in primetime at 8 p.m. ET.

Audra McDonald, Hugh Jackman Sing at Joan Rivers Funeral; Peters, Chenoweth & More B'Way Stars in Attendance
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 8, 2014


In her 2012 book 'I Hate Everyone ... Starting With Me,' comedian Joan Rivers shared that she hoped her funeral would be 'a huge showbiz affair with lights, cameras, action' and 'Hollywood all the way.' Boy did she get what she wished for.

WAKE UP with BWW 9/8/14 - 'IMAGINE' Benefit, Christine Ebersole, Teal Wicks and More!
by Jessica Showers - Sep 8, 2014


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: A starry 'IMAGINE' concert benefits cancer research, Christine Ebersole returns to 54 Below and more!

InDepth InterView Flashback 2013: Joan Rivers Talks JOAN & MELISSA: JOAN KNOWS BEST?, FASHION POLICE, SALLY MARR Revival & More
by Pat Cerasaro - Sep 7, 2014


Today we remember stage and screen icon Joan Rivers in honor of her death this week at the age of 81 with this InDepth InterView originally presented in 2013.

InDepth InterView Flashback 2011: Joan Rivers Talks Broadway, Hollywood, Reality TV & More
by Pat Cerasaro - Sep 6, 2014


Today we remember stage and screen icon Joan Rivers in honor of her death this week at the age of 81 with this 2011 InDepth InterView.

Joan Rivers to Narrate Henry Bushkin's New Johnny Carson Musical; But Who Will Play Her Part?
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2014


The New York Post writes that author and lawyer Henry Bushkin is in New York City casting for his new Johnny Carson/TONIGHT SHOW musical, based on his book about the late-night host. Among the roles to be filled is that of Joan Rivers, legendary comedienne who passed away this week at the age of 81. No word yet on who is being considered, but we can't wait to find out who will take on the iconic part!

Chris Rock Comments on Passing of Comic Legend Joan Rivers
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 5, 2014


Chris Rock paid tribute to late comedian Joan Rivers who passed away yesterday, September 4th at the age of 81.

VIDEO: Find Out Why It Took 20 Years for Steve Buscemi to Appear on LETTERMAN!
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 5, 2014


Below, find out why it took 20 years for 'Boardwalk Empire' star Steve Buscemi to appear as a guest on LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN!

Broadway at the Cabaret - Top 5 Cabaret Picks for September 8-14
by BWW Special Coverage - Sep 7, 2014


Broadway's 40 theatres aren't the only places to catch performances from your favorite stars! Well after Broadway orchestra's begin their overtures, ensemble members take their dance breaks, and performers belt out their eleven- o'clock numbers, the party continues at various cabaret venues throughout New York City. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you some cabaret highlights for this week as picked by our theatre editors, including: Marilyn Maye, 54 Below Sings Elaine Stritch, 54 Sings Big River, String of Pearls, Lauren Pritchard.

VIDEO: David Letterman Pays Tribute to Joan Rivers
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 5, 2014


David Letterman took time to pay tribute to legendary comedian Joan Rivers, who passed away yesterday at the age of 81.

VIDEO: Jeezy ft. Future Perform New Single 'No Tears' on TONIGHT SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 5, 2014


On last night's TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON, music guest Jeezy featuring Future performs 'No Tears' from his new album, 'Seen It All: The Autobiography.'

VIDEO: Jimmy Fallon, Meghan Trainor & The Roots Perform 'All About That Bass' w/ Classroom Instruments
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 5, 2014


On last night's TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON, Meghan Trainor stops by the Tonight Show Music Room to perform 'All About That Bass,' using only classroom instruments.

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