Alma Wahlberg, mother of Mark, Donnie Wahlberg, dies at 78
Alma Wahlberg, the mother of entertainers Mark and Donnie Wahlberg and a regular on their reality series “Wahlburgers,” has died, her sons said on social media Sunday. She was 78. “My angel. Rest in...
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Luke Bryan wins top ACM Award, but female acts own the night
NEW YORK (AP) — Carrie Underwood brought the Academy of Country Music Awards to church. Maren Morris won two honors, including song of the year. Miranda Lambert performed three times and held onto her...
View Article'Downton Abbey' cast returning for sequel arriving in theaters in December
NEW YORK (AP) — The original principal cast of “Downton Abbey” are returning for a second film that will arrive in theaters December 22 this year, Focus Features announced Monday. “Downton Abbey"...
View ArticleShang-Chi trailer: Marvel universe teases first Asian superhero film
(NEXSTAR) -- Marvel Studios is preparing to drop a new superhero on us late this fall. "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" will debut in September. The film will feature a largely Asian cast,...
View ArticleRapper Black Rob, known for hit ‘Whoa!,' dead at 52
NEW YORK (AP) — Rapper Black Rob, known for his hit “Whoa!” and key contributions to Diddy’s dominant Bad Boy Records in the 1990s and early 2000s, has died. He was 52. Black Rob died Saturday in...
View ArticleComedian Jordan Klepper talks ‘Into the MAGA-verse’ special
CHICAGO — WGN’s Dean Richards talked to one of the break out stars of comedy Central's "The Daily Show" first with Jon Stewart and now with Trevor Noah. Jordan Klepper has specialized in being their...
View Article93rd Academy Awards: Printable Oscar Ballot
The 93rd Academy Awards will air on Sunday, April 25 at 7 p.m. (CST) Who do you think will win? Print out our Oscars ballot and play along at home: Click here to download a printable Oscar ballotFull...
View ArticlePrince fans head to Paisley Park five years after death
CHANHASSEN, Minn. (AP) — Paisley Park, where Prince lived and worked, will welcome back a select 1,400 fans Wednesday to mark the fifth anniversary of his death from inside his creative sanctuary. The...
View ArticleDean shares TikTok-inspired recipe 'Chaffles'
WGN’s Dean Richards shares famous TikTok recipe for "Chaffles." Basic Chaffle Ingredients: 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)1 large Egg2 tbsp Almond Flour ( to add some texture)(or 2 tsp coconut...
View ArticleGeorge Lopez talks new film 'Walking with Herb'
CHICAGO — Actor and comedian George Lopez talked to WGN’s Dean Richards about his new film “Walking with Herb.” Struggling with his faith after an unexpected tragedy, a former amateur golfer, played...
View ArticleFinal round of 'Jeopardy!' guests hosts announced -- including a fan favorite
(NEXSTAR) – The game show "Jeopardy!" announced Wednesday its final round of guest hosts, and the roster includes seasoned journalists and one fan favorite. The final hosts include "Good Morning...
View Article'How I Met Your Mother' sequel in the works
CHICAGO — It's been seven years since the TV comedy "How I Met Your Mother" ended after nine seasons and now there’s a sequel on the way. Hilary Duff will star in “How I Met Your Father” on Hulu. It...
View ArticleDigital Underground’s Shock G dead at 57
(KRON) — Digital Underground’s Shock G has passed away at the age of 57, TMZ reports. Shock G, whose real name is Gregory Jacobs, was an American musician, rapper and lead vocalist for the Hip Hop...
View ArticleDigital Underground leader Shock G, of ‘Humpty Dance’ fame, dead at 57
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shock G, who blended whimsical wordplay with reverence for '70s funk as leader of the off-kilter Bay Area hip-hop group Digital Underground, has died. He was 57. Nzazi Malonga, a...
View ArticleDean's Reviews: 'Mortal Kombat' plus gives his Oscar predictions
WGN Entertainment Critic Dean Richards shares his weekend reviews and recommendations.
View ArticleChloé Zhao makes Oscars history
(AP) - Chloé Zhao has made history at the Academy Awards. Zhao won the Oscar for best director for “Nomadland,” becoming just the second woman and the first woman of color to win the award. “My...
View Article2021 Oscar winners: See the full list
LOS ANGELES — Chloe Zhao's 'Nomadland' was the star of the 93rd Academy Awards, taking home three awards, including the Best Picture Oscar. Actress Frances McDormand won Best Actress in a Leading Role...
View ArticleAnthony Hopkins wins best actor Oscar over Chadwick Boseman in surprise...
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Three decades after Anthony Hopkins' chilling portrayal of serial killer Hannibal Lecter earned a lead-actor Oscar, the role of a man fighting dementia brought him his second...
View ArticleJason Weaver shares favorite Chicago memories as he films new season of 'The...
CHICAGO — Few have had as versatile career as singer and actor Jason Weaver, and WGN's Dean Richards caught up with him. Weaver's career has spanned over 30 years and isn't slowing down. Aside from a...
View ArticleBilly Crystal, Tiffany Haddish become friends in 'Here Today' and real life
CHICAGO — Dean Richards caught up with the longtime host of the Oscars, Billy Crystal, whose newest project is an upcoming comedy with Tiffany Haddish called "Here Today." “Here Today” is a...
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