Steve Martin 'so proud' his book was banned by Florida school district
(The Hill) -- Steve Martin is mocking the banning of one of his books in a Florida county public school system, saying it’ll help boost sales. “So proud to have my book ‘Shopgirl’ banned in Collier...
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Patrick Dempsey named Sexiest Man Alive by People magazine for 2023
LOS ANGELES (AP) — He's not just “McDreamy” anymore — Patrick Dempsey is now also People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive. Patrick Dempsey poses for photographers upon arrival for the premiere of the film...
View Article'The Legend of Zelda' will be made into a live-action film
TOKYO (AP) — Nintendo is developing a live-action film based on its hit video game “The Legend of Zelda,” the Japanese company behind the Super Mario franchise said Wednesday. The film, with financing...
View ArticleSanta Claus and James Bond programs highlight 'Dean's Home Video'
CHICAGO — Since people are already getting into the Christmas spirit, there are already a few programs that are being released on streaming services fitting the season. Naturally, one program fitting...
View ArticleKristin Chenoweth talks career, holidays on WGN Morning News
CHICAGO — One of the more versatile actresses was back on WGN Morning News Wednesday after a busy fall and a very full holiday season ahead. Kristin Chenoweth, who has multiple credits on stage and...
View ArticleA first look at 'Boop! The Musical'
CHICAGO — Before it makes its way to Broadway, a new musical featuring an iconic character from the 1930s is going to open in front of audiences in Chicago. "Boop! The Musical" features the story of...
View ArticleTravis Scott performing at United Center this December
CHICAGO — Travis Scott is coming to Chicago this December. Dubbed "The Utopia - Circus Maximus Tour," the rapper's fourth concert tour will stop at Chicago's United Center on Friday, Dec. 15. The...
View ArticleHollywood actors strike is over as union reaches tentative deal with studios
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood’s actors union reached a tentative deal with studios Wednesday to end its strike and months of labor strife that ground the film and television industries to a historic...
View ArticleWhen will my favorite shows return now that the Hollywood strikes are over?
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Missed your favorite actors? After nearly four months of striking, they're coming back. Wednesday's deal between striking actors and studios and streaming services won't immediately...
View ArticleTracy Chapman becomes 1st Black songwriter to win CMA's Song of the Year
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — History was made at the 57th annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Wednesday night as Tracy Chapman became the first Black songwriter to win Song of the Year. Luke Combs'...
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SEE IT: Jelly Roll accidentally breaks Best New Artist CMA Award
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – Country music phenom Jelly Roll might consider himself a pretty lucky guy. At 39 years old, he rose to the top of the charts and took home the coveted Best New Artist award...
View ArticleAs Hollywood scrambles to get back to work, stars and politicians alike react...
Hollywood jumped into planning mode Thursday at the news of a tentative agreement between striking actors and the major entertainment companies. After 118 days of most productions shut down and most...
View ArticlePresident of Chicago local SAG-AFTRA on Hollywood strike ending
Charles Andrew Gardener, the President of the Chicago Local of SAG-AFTRA, joins WGN's Dean Richards to talk about the Hollywood strike ending after 118 days. Hollywood actors strike is over as union...
View ArticleHootie & the Blowfish coming to Chicago this summer
CHICAGO -- Hootie & the Blowfish "only wanna be with you" this upcoming summer. Hootie & the Blowfish with bring their "Summer Camp with Trucks Tour" to the Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in...
View ArticleJared Leto climbs Empire State Building to promote band's upcoming tour
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Actor and musician Jared Leto climbed the Empire State Building to promote his band’s upcoming world tour. Leto scaled a portion of the Empire State Building Thursday morning to...
View ArticleDean's Reviews: 'The Marvels'
Check out Dean's Reviews of the new marvel franchise, 'The Marvels.' Love the WGN Morning News? We love you, too. And you can have all the hijinks delivered to your inbox every weekday morning. Sign...
View ArticleHollywood's strikes are over, but a painful industry-wide transition isn't
NEW YORK (AP) — Hollywood’s months of labor unrest are coming to an end, but the post-strike landscape that awaits actors and writers may be far from happily-ever-after. The film and television...
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Fans push Fisher-Price Corn Popper into Toy Hall of Fame
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — Fans have pushed the Fisher-Price Corn Popper into the National Toy Hall of Fame, elevating it from perpetual finalist to 2023 inductee, alongside baseball cards, Cabbage Patch...
View ArticleWife of Hamilton's Miguel Cervantes on book 'Normal Broken' about death of...
Kelly Cervantes is a writer, speaker, advocate and a mom. She and her husband, Miguel Cervantes, now live in New Jersey. Miguel starred in the title role in "Hamilton" for three years, something that...
View ArticleDean's Weekender: My Morning Jacket, Blue Oyster Cult and more
Check out Dean's Weekender for the latest events coming to the Chicagoland area this weekend. Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's Downloads...
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