Taye Diggs News

Idina Menzel's performance of the Oscar-nominated "Let It Go" on the Academy Awards telecast isn't the only way to catch the Tony winner on TV that day - WLIW21 New York Public Television will air an encore presentation of IDINA MENZEL LIVE - BAREFOOT AT THE SYMPHONY, Sunday 3/2 at 3 pm. Then on Wednesday, March 5 at 7 pm, the special will air again as Idina's new Broadway musical, "If/Then," opens in previews.

A tight-knit group of college friends reunites for The First Time in 14 years for an unforgettable celebration in The Best Man Holiday, coming to Blu-ray Combo Pack including Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD with UltraViolet today, February 11, 2014, from Universal Studios Home Entertainment.

Broadway's Nikki Snelson, Ben D Cameron, and Eric Stretch in collaboration with Circle Theatre Emerging Young Artists will be presenting a one day only Broadway in Chicago Cabaret today, January 25, 2014 1PM at Madison Street Theatre.

Broadway's Nikki Snelson, Ben D Cameron, and Eric Stretch in collaboration with Circle Theatre Emerging Young Artists will be presenting a one day only Broadway in Chicago Cabaret on January 25, 2014 1PM at Madison Street Theatre. Tickets $20 General/$10 Students.

A tight-knit group of college friends reunites for the first time in 14 years for an unforgettable celebration in The Best Man Holiday, coming to Blu-ray Combo Pack including Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD with UltraViolet on February 11, 2014

Happy Birthday, Taye Diggs! In 1996, Diggs originated the role of the landlord Benny in Jonathan Larson's Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning Rent. After Rent he appeared as Mr. Black in Andrew Lippa's off-Broadway production of The Wild Party. Diggs also played The Bandleader in the 2002 film version of the long-running Broadway revival of Chicago and filled in as Billy Flynn on Broadway.

A tight-knit group of college friends reunites for the first time in 14 years for an unforgettable celebration in The Best Man Holiday, coming to Blu-ray Combo Pack including Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD with UltraViolet on February 11, 2014

E News reports that Prince is set to make a guest star appearance on the FOX comedy NEW GIRL. The legendary singer will play himself on the upcoming Super Bowl episode.

Led by Artistic Director Robert Battle, Ailey's 2013-14 Season at New York City Center kicked off December 4th with an Opening Night Gala Benefit hosted by Honorary Co-Chair Gabrielle Union. The event's co-chairs were Simin Allison & in memory, Herb Allison, Kathryn & Kenneth Chenault, Daria L. Foster & Erich J. Wallach, Agnes & Gerald Hassell, Debra L. Lee, and Joan & Sandy Weill. The evening helped raise over $2.4 million for the creation of new works and Alvin Ailey's extensive educational programs for young people, including AileyCamp and scholarships to The Ailey School. Check out the pics below!

James Franco, who was in Las Vegas last night, Nov. 20, for the film premiere of HOMEFRONT at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino, stopped by to check out the Strip's best show, ABSINTHE at Caesars Palace and even snapped a photo with the show's two hosts, The Gazillionaire and Penny Pibbets. Check out a photo of his visit to the left!

Last night, (Sunday, Nov. 17), renowned actor Taye Diggs was spotted partying the night away at Hakkasan Nightclub at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino. "The Best Man Holiday" star made his way to the nightlife mecca just after midnight with a group of his New York friends and was said to be celebrating a close friends birthday.

BEST MAN HOLIDAY, originally projected to bring in $20 million, more than tripled the first film's opening of $9 million in 1999.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Malcolm D. Lee's seasonal comedy THE BEST MAN HOLIDAY beat THOR: THE DARK WORLD at Friday's box office by a hair, though BEST MAN HOLIDAY's top spot will likely be short-lived.

As BroadwayWorld.com continues to celebrate the site's landmark 10th anniversary, with a variety of special features, today we're turning our spotlight on the wonderful photography of Linda Lenzi.

In a sequel to The Best Man (1999) our favorite characters come back for a reunion 14 years later-does hilarity ensue?

The men of The Best Man Holiday stopped in last night on The Arsenio Hall Show. Taye Diggs, Terrence Howard, Morris Chestnut, and Harold Perrineau, joined Arsenio Hall and chatted about reuniting to film the romantic-dramedy sequel and working as black actors in Hollywood.

Broadway superstar and recognizable GLEE presence Idina Menzel appears in the new episode of the maternally-aligned web comedy series THE MOMMY SHOW.

Emmy nominated actress and musician Zooey Deschanel stopped by last night's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE on ABC and took a controversial stance against Thanksgiving.

TVLINE.com shares an exclusive clip featuring Broadway vet Taye Diggs' (Rent) guest appearance on tonight's episode of the FOX comedy NEW GIRL, starrring Zooey Deschanel.

American Ballet Theatre (ABT) held its annual Opening Night Fall Gala benefit last night at the David H. Koch Theatre, hosting over 700 patrons, sponsors, supporters, friends, alumni and members of the Board of Trustees. ABT's inaugural season at the David H. Koch Theatre marks the Company's first return to the venue since 1976. The gala, which serves as the opening of ABT's fall season at the Koch Theatre, raised $1.65 million dollars and a portion of the proceeds will support ABT's education and community outreach programs.