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Date of Death: January 22, 2005 (79)

Birth Place: Corning, IA, USA

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VIDEO: Jim Brown Talks Obama, Kobe & Bullying in the NFL on ARSENIO
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 11, 2013


In a rare interview, retired sports legend Jim Brown joined Arsenio Hall on the couch last night and shared his reflections on Obama, Kobe, and bullying in the NFL.

VIDEO: Stephen Colbert Stops By In Disguise on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 10, 2013


On last night's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN on CBS, talk show host Stephen Colbert danced, wore a fake mustache and showed off his elf ear. Check out the appearance below!

Matthew Broderick to Narrate Final PIONEERS OF THIRTEEN Episode, 12/19
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 6, 2013


By the early 1990s, New York's THIRTEEN, the PBS flagship station, was producing and filling public television screens across the country with award-winning programming such as Charlie Rose, Nature, American Masters, and Great Performances. As the cable and satellite revolution gave way to the digital and internet revolution, THIRTEEN embraced 21st century technology and continued to innovate, proving that public television has ever more value in today's changing media landscape.

VIDEO: R. Kelly Honors Nelson Mandela with 'Soldier's Heart' Performance on ARSENIO
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 6, 2013


On the eve of Nelson Mandela's passing, The Arsenio Hall Show welcomed R&B singer R. Kelly who performed a musical tribute to the departed civil rights icon. Kelly performed “Soldier's Heart,” a song he wrote in tribute to Mandela.

VIDEO: R. Kelly Honors Nelson Mandela with 'Soldier's Heart' Performance on ARSENIO
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 6, 2013


On the eve of Nelson Mandela's passing, The Arsenio Hall Show welcomed R&B singer R. Kelly who performed a musical tribute to the departed civil rights icon. Kelly performed “Soldier's Heart,” a song he wrote in tribute to Mandela.

VIDEO: Tom Hanks & More Tell Squirrel Jokes on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 4, 2013


On CBS's THE LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN, celebrities including Tom Hanks, Rob Lowe, Sylvester Stallone and more told Dave's Squirrels in Central Park jokes. Check out the all-star montage below!

Rain Pryor to Bring FRIED CHICKEN & LATKES to Tammany Hall, 12/11
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 4, 2013


RAIN PRYOR stars in this effervescent solo show, which recounts her upbringing in a biracial household (her mother was Jewish) in Beverly Hills, Calif. Ms. Pryor, who sings & portrays a range of characters (including, poignantly, her father Richard in a spot-on impression), will appear in FRIED CHICKEN & LATKES for one performance only, Wednesday, December 11th at 8:30pm. The show, presented by The Inspired Word, will be performed at Tammany Hall on Orchard Street.

Annaleigh Ashford to Depart KINKY BOOTS for Regular Role on Showtime's MASTERS OF SEX
by TV News Desk - Dec 3, 2013


Annaleigh Ashford will be kicking off her KINKY BOOTS and slinking into the bedroom. Deadline reports that the Broadway star has nabbed a regular role on Showtime's MASTERS OF SEX season 2.

Peggy King to Play 54 Below, 12/30
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 3, 2013


Vocalist Peggy King--one of the few, certifiable stars of stage, screen, television and nightclubs still performing today-is returning to New York City for the first time in several decades, along with the charismatically swinging All-Star Jazz Trio. Peggy King and The All-Stars will appear at 54 Below-"New York's Supper Club," 254 West 54th Street-on Monday, December 30. Showtime is 7:00 p.m. Tickets are priced from $25 to $35, and are available in advance via www.54below.com Reservation details:646-468-7619.

The MSO Announces Return of Principal Pops Conductor Emeritus Doc Severinsen in DOC'S BACK!, 1/3-1/5
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2013


MILWAUKEE, WIS. 12/03/2013 – The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra announces the return of Principal Pops Conductor Emeritus Doc Severinsen in Doc's Back! on January 3-5, 2014, at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts with guest conductor Steven Reineke and soprano Ashley Brown. Doc performs Great American standards on trumpet in his signature style, including Georgia on My Mind, The Lady is a

VIDEO: Howard Stern Tries to Fire Up Leno War on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 2, 2013


'America's Got Talent' judge Howard Stern stopped by LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN on CBS with the intention of continuing the so-called 'Leno/Letterman' late-night feud. Watch the radio host stir up trouble in the clip below!

Tony-Winner Jay Johns Joins IT'S MAGIC as New Host Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2013


Due to a new filming conflict, Michael Carbonaro, has had to step down from the role of host for the annual 'It's Magic!' show. However, Producers Milt Larsen and Terry Hill are very fortunate to have been able to secure Tony Award winning ventriloquist Jay Johnson as his replacement to perform in and host the show.

VIDEO: Jennifer Lawrence & More Mock Rob Ford in 'Ken Burns' Film on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 29, 2013


On this week's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN on CBS, late night host David Letterman shared an all-new Ken Burns film, featuring Jennifer Lawrence, Vince Vaughn, Jonah Hill, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Martha Stewart, about crack-smoking mayor Rob Ford.

VIDEO: Martha Stewart & Dave Take Selfies on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 27, 2013


Martha Stewart stopped by last night's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN on CBS and talked about dating on Match.com. Later, the guest took a selfie with the host!

Jay Leno to Perform at Sound Board, 6/7
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 26, 2013


MotorCity Casino Hotel has announced Jay Leno, An Evening of Comedy, at Sound Board for two performances on Saturday, June 7 at 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Fallout' Episode of Showtime's MASTERS OF SEX
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 25, 2013


On the next episode of Showtime's MASTERS OF SEX titled 'Fallout', a former study participant reveals she's pregnant and wants to know the identity of the father.

Top Reads: Charles Krauthammer's THINGS THAT MATTER Tops New York Times' Fiction List, Week Ending 11/24
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 24, 2013


Charles Krauthammer's THINGS THAT MATTER took the top spot on the non-fiction list, with DOUBLE DOWN by Mark Halperin and John Heilemann in second, and KILLING JESUS by Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard in third.

BWW Reviews: MAURICE HINES IS TAPPIN' THRU LIFE at Arena Stage, Offers Something for Everyone
by Benjamin Tomchik - Nov 23, 2013


When the legendary performer Lena Horne told Maurice Hines to 'Love them [the audience], make it real' you can tell he took that advice to heart when conceiving Tappin' Thru Life currently playing at Arena Stage. For Tappin' Thru Life seems determined not only to love the audience, but to entertain them, and it succeeds at doing just that! While Tappin' Thru Life does have some flaws, it's hard to find anyone who isn't won over by Hines showmanship, humor, timing and above all else, talent.

Enhance Your Holiday Video Segments with Johnny Carson Holiday Clips
by Sarah Bellet - Nov 22, 2013


Are you looking for innovative ideas for your holiday video segments? Now you can include some of the most beloved and funniest moments in US television history in your holiday video productions with clips from the 'Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson'.

VIDEO: Jonah Hill Talks New Film 'The Wolf of Wall Street' on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 22, 2013


Jonah Hill stopped by last night's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN on CBS and spoke about his 'all-time dream' of working with Martin Scorsese in the upcoming film, The Wolf of Wall Street.

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