MSNBC Fixture Calls It Quits
The host of a daily show that is a fixture on cable news channel MSNBC has announced that he’s leaving the network, The New York Times’ Media Decoder reports. Dylan Ratigan, whose show airs at 4 p.m., says he wants…
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Actor Who Was a Familiar Face in ’60s Sitcoms Including ‘Green Acres’ and ‘Petticoat Junction’ Dead at 96
A character actor known for his roles on "Green Acres" and "Petticoat Junction" has died, reports the Los Angeles Times. Frank Cady, 96, died Friday at his home in Oregon. Cady originated general-store owner Sam Drucker on “Petticoat Junction,” where…
In ‘Amicable Split,’ Actor Exits ABC Drama Series
The actor who plays one of the key roles in a freshman ABC drama series is off the show, according to The Hollywood Reporter’s Live Feed. In what the story describes as an "amicable split," former "Lost" actor Henry Ian…
Lindsay Lohan Crashes Into Big Rig; ‘Liz’ Producer Says She Wasn’t Supposed to Drive
Lindsay Lohan was involved in a traffic collision when a Porsche she was driving collided with an 18-wheeler, reports the Los Angeles Times’ Ministry of Gossip. She wasn’t under the influence when the crash occurred Friday, although the collision on…
‘Jersey Shore’ Star Arrested
One of the stars of the popular MTV reality show "Jersey Shore" was arrested Sunday in Seaside Heights, N.J., TMZ.com reports. Deena Cortese was arrested for disorderly conduct, according to the report. The show is taping its sixth season in…
Lady Gaga Suffers Concussion on Stage, Carries On With Performance
Lady Gaga suffered a concussion during a performance in Auckland, New Zealand, when a backup performer accidentally hit her with a pole during the concert, CBSNews.com reports. The incident took place Sunday during the third of three shows in Auckland….
Fans of Canceled MTV Series Take Their Unusual Protest to Network’s Offices
Fans of a canceled MTV show let their feelings be known at the network’s Los Angeles and New York offices last week, delivering about 500 pairs of pants to the offices in a show of support for the comedy series…
Content Ratings to Be Added to TV Shows Streamed Online
Television shows that are streamed online will soon receive content ratings — the black labels that inform families of what to expect from network programs, reports The New York Times’ Media Decoder. The ratings will be included in all episodic…
Actress Steps Up to Series Regular on Syfy Show
A recurring character on Syfy’s “Being Human” is getting a promotion, according to The Hollywood Reporter’s Live Feed. The series is elevating actress Kristen Hager to series regular for the show’s third season. Hager has recurred on the show as…
Glenn Beck Signs New Deal Worth $100 Million
Conservative media personality Glenn Beck has signed a radio deal with Premiere Networks that’s worth $100 million over five years, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The deal is worth about double the previous five-year pact he signed in 2007, the…