Janet Jackson announces concert tour — including stop in Chicago area
TINLEY PARK, Ill. — Janet Jackson announced Monday her highly anticipated return to the stage with her ninth concert tour, "Together Again." The 33-city tour will kick of in spring 2023, and includes...
View ArticleLegendary Chicago broadcaster Floyd Brown dies at 92
CHICAGO — Legendary Chicago broadcaster Floyd Brown has died. Brown died over the weekend of natural causes, according to his son. He was 92. He spent 54-years of his life on Chicago TV and radio, and...
View ArticleDean's A-List Interview: Cate Blanchett in 'Tár'
CHICAGO - Already with a number of honors in her career, including two Academy Awards, Cate Blanchett is earning more praise for her role in a film late in 2022. In the movie "Tár," she stars as Lydia...
View ArticleDean cooks for Sweet Potato and Traditional Latkes
Dean shares his recipes for Sweet Potato and Traditional Latkes. Air Fryer Sweet Potato Latkes Ingredients 2 sweet potatoes grated, about 5 cups 2 eggs beaten 1/4 cup plain bread crumbs 1/2 tsp salt...
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Stephen 'tWitch' Boss, DJ on 'Ellen,' dies at 40, wife confirms
(NEXSTAR) – Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss, a dancer and TV personality perhaps best known as the DJ and co-host of Ellen DeGeneres’ former talk show, has died, TMZ first reported Wednesday morning. Boss, 40,...
View ArticleDean's Home Video: A new "National Treasure" series
CHICAGO - There's a new "National Treasure" series that's coming out as 2022 comes to an end while another round of holiday films is streaming this week. For you fans of Harry and Meghan, part two of...
View ArticleAdam Sandler standup tour to make Chicago stop
CHICAGO - A well-known actor and comedian who received a major award from the Kennedy Center earlier this week is going to be making a stop in Chicago early in 2023. On Wednesday, Adam Sandler...
View ArticleDean's A-List Interviews: Helen Mirren in '1923'
Check out Dean's interview with Helen Mirren, actor in the new series, '1923.' Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's Downloads weekly newsletter....
View ArticleTrevor Noah to host the 65th annual Grammy Awards
(KTLA) -- Trevor Noah may have just said goodbye to one television gig, but he's got another one lined up. Last week, Noah left "The Daily Show" after serving seven years as host. Now, the Recording...
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'New Year's Rockin' Eve' to feature Duran Duran, New Edition
NEW YORK (AP) — Ryan Seacrest will usher in 2023 on “New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” from Times Square, with iconic bands from the 1980s and 1990s as well as a member of BTS and a TikTok sensation. Duran...
View ArticleDean's Weekender: 'Avatar,' Little River Band and more
Check out Dean's weekender with the events coming to Chicago this weekend. Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's Downloads weekly newsletter....
View ArticleDean's Reviews: 'Avatar: The Way of Water'
Check out Dean's review on the Avatar sequel, 'Avatar: The Way of Water' Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's Downloads weekly newsletter. You'll...
View ArticleSerial burglary suspect caught inside Robert De Niro's NYC home: police sources
MANHATTAN, N.Y. (WPIX) – Police caught a serial burglary suspect stealing Christmas presents from inside actor Robert De Niro’s townhome in Manhattan early Monday morning, multiple police sources told...
View ArticleAmber Heard settles defamation case against Johnny Depp
(The Hill) -- Actress Amber Heard said she has settled the defamation case brought by her ex-husband, Johnny Depp. Heard made the announcement in an Instagram post on Monday, which comes about six...
View ArticleDean's A-List Interviews: Salma Hayek in "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish"
CHICAGO - For the first time in 11 years, two actors with a strong friendship will reunite to continue an animated series. Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek are voicing characters in the film "Puss and...
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Sonya Eddy of 'General Hospital' dies at 55
LOS ANGELES (WJW) — A longtime actress on the soap opera "General Hospital" has died. Executive producer Frank Valentini confirmed on Twitter Tuesday that Sonya Eddy, who played head nurse Epiphany...
View ArticleDean's Home Video: 'Emily in Paris' Season 3
CHICAGO - It's going to be a cold, windy, and snowy Christmas weekend in the Chicagoland area, making it the perfect time to stay at home and check out some new releases on streaming services. Dean...
View ArticleDean shares recipe for Christmas Ham in the slow cooker
WGN Entertainment Reporter Dean Richards shares a recipe for Christmas Ham in the slow cooker. Enjoy! Ingredients: 7-8 pound spiral-cut ham (bone-in or boneless) 1 cup dark brown sugar 1/2 cup pure...
View ArticleDean's A-List Interview: Damien Chazelle
Check out Dean's Interview with Oscar-winning director of the musical masterpiece, 'La La Land,' Damien Chazelle, where he talks about is new movie 'Babylon,' starring Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie. Get...
View ArticleDean's A-List Interviews: Naomi Aikie on perfecting Whitney Houston's notes
British actor Naomi Aikie plays Whitney Houston in the new film, 'I Wanna Dance w Somebody' where we hear her sing a few songs but mostly perfects her lip-syncing skills to give ode the late Houston's...
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