Abigail Breslin talks new movie 'Stillwater'
CHICAGO — The Oscar nominated actress who first caught our eye in the 2006 film "Little Miss Sunshine” caught up with WGN’s Dean Richards.Now, Abigail Breslin is starring as Matt Damon's daughter in...
View ArticleBob Odenkirk condition stable after 'heart related incident'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Better Call Saul” star Bob Odenkirk had a “heart-related incident” when he collapsed on the show’s New Mexico set, and his condition is stable as he recovers at a hospital, his...
View ArticleLollapalooza kicks off Thursday as state's COVID-19 surge still causing concerns
CHICAGO — Lollapalooza opened its doors Thursday to an estimated 100,000 people, but the state's surge in COVID-19 cases is still causing concerns. Health officials have acknowledged there will likely...
View ArticleScarlett Johansson sues Disney over ‘Black Widow’ release
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Scarlett Johansson is suing the Walt Disney Co. over its streaming release of “Black Widow,” which she said breached her contract and deprived her of potential earnings. In a...
View ArticleDean's Reviews: 'Jungle Cruise', 'Stillwater', 'Watch the Sound with Mark...
WGN Entertainment Critic Dean Richards shares his weekend reviews and recommendations.
View ArticleAmanda Knox blasts film 'Stillwater' for exploiting her case
NEW YORK (AP) — Amanda Knox is speaking out about her name being associated with the new film “Stillwater,” saying any connection rips off "my story without my consent at the expense of my...
View ArticleActor Bob Odenkirk tweets he's OK after 'small heart attack' on set
Bob Odenkirk is recovering after collapsing on set and suffering a small heart attack on Wednesday, the 'Better Call Saul' actor confirmed. I had a small heart attack. But I'm going to be ok thanks to...
View ArticleDaBaby removed from Lollapalooza lineup following homophobic remarks
CHICAGO — Rapper DaBaby has been removed from Sunday’s Lollapalooza lineup following comments he made last week. Lollapalooza tweeted Sunday, “Lollapalooza was founded on diversity, inclusivity,...
View ArticleComedian Kathy Griffin says she has lung cancer
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — Comedian and actress Kathy Griffin has revealed she has stage 1 lung cancer. She is having surgery Monday to have half of her left lung removed, she said in a morning tweet....
View ArticleMargot Robbie on new 'Suicide Squad' movie
Dean Richards interviews actress Margot Robbie on new movie "The Suicide Squad."
View ArticleDaBaby apologizes for homophobic comments day after Lollapalooza removal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rapper DaBaby offered another apology Monday while facing heavy backlash after he made crude and homophobic remarks at a recent Miami-area music festival. The Grammy-nominated...
View ArticleDean chats with John Cena on upcoming film 'The Suicide Squad'
WGN Entertainment Critic Dean Richards chats with John Cena on his role in the upcoming film 'The Suicide Squad', which will be released this Friday, August 6. The film is based on the same premise as...
View ArticleDoctors concerned ahead of massive Garth Brooks concert as country star...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Thousands of fans plan to welcome one of country music's biggest stars to Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City this weekend. More than 60,000 people are expected to be cheering when...
View ArticleDean shares recipe for veggies and potatoes on the grill
WGN’s Dean Richards shares recipes for veggies and potatoes on the grill. INGREDIENTS FOR THE POTATOES: 1 lb. small red potatoes1 small sweet onion2-3 TBSP, olive oil1 tsp, onion powder1 tsp, garlic...
View ArticleJoseph Gordon-Levitt talks about his return to TV with 'Mr. Corman'
CHICAGO — WGN’s Dean Richards caught up with an actor who made his first TV appearance when he was 7 years old. Joseph Gordon-Levitt grew up on TV on the hit series, "Third Rock From the Sun" before...
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Rihanna becomes billionaire, wealthiest female musician in world
NEW YORK — Rihanna, the award-winning, chart-topping artist, just added another title to her repertoire: Billionaire. Forbes estimates she is now the wealthiest female musician in the world with a...
View Article'Suicide Squad' cast shares what it was like working together
CHICAGO — WGN’s Dean Richards talked to more of the ensemble that make up a rogue gallery of anti-heroes in the action adventure "The Suicide Squad.”The movie is stuffed with super villains who are...
View ArticleDean's Reviews: The Suicide Squad, Vivo, Mr. Corman
WGN Entertainment Critic Dean Richards shares his weekend reviews and recommendations.
View ArticleKool & the Gang co-founder Dennis 'Dee Tee' Thomas dead at 70
NEW YORK (AP) — Dennis “Dee Tee” Thomas, a founding member of the long-running soul-funk band Kool & the Gang known for such hits as “Celebration” and “Get Down On It,” has died. He was 70. He...
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Markie Post, TV veteran actor of 'Night Court,' dies at 70
NEW YORK (AP) — Markie Post, who played the public defender in the 1980s sitcom “Night Court” and was a regular presence on television for four decades, has died. She was 70. Post's manager, Ellen...
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