Television’s biggest mystery: New programming
For decades, the week in May when television executives revealed what new shows were coming and which old ones were going spoke to the power and influence that ABC, CBS,…
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‘Golden Girls’ Betty White dies at 99
Actress Betty White of the beloved long-running TV show about old ladies, “Golden Girls,” has died at age 99. She was also known for playing a man-crazy TV hostess on…
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2021’s Top 10 moments in TV
There were some defining moments in TV this past year, that stood out so much it was unquestionable that they were the most memorable by far. They included the accidental…
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Cousteau, Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett, this week
This may be a short list of celebrity entertainment due out this week, but wow what a list, there is something for everyone, from a look at explorer Jacques Cousteau’s…
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Under criticism, Nielsen expands its local TV surveys
As the only company measuring audience viewership of television, the Nielsen Company has been under criticism for not keeping up with the times in its surveys. It is finally responding…
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QB Mayfield, rocker Alice Cooper team for TV spot
Raised eyebrows as legendary shock rocker Alice Cooper and quarterback Baker Mayfield find common ground. The two teamed up for a commercial about Baker living in FirstEnergy Stadium, home of…
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Emmys: ‘The Crown’ and ‘The Mandalorian’ top nominations
Popular TV shows “The Crown” and “The Mandalorian” are set to sweep the Emmy Awards with 24 nominations apiece. The nominations reflect the rising role of streaming entertainment. The Associated…
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‘Coronation Street’ TV soap set welcomes Queen Elizabeth II
This was the Queens’s second time visiting the set of the long running soap opera. She was all smiles as she walked the red carpet. The Associated Press has the…
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Over 8 million watched Macy’s July 4th celebration
NBC’s coverage of the Macy’s New York City July 4th celebration topped TV viewership this past week, with over 8 million watching. Other popular shows were ESPN’s NBA Conference Finals,…
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New show with Brian Stokes Mitchell interviews Broadway stars
Brian Stokes Mitchell, whose entertainment career spans Broadway, television, film and concert appearances, is launching a streaming talk show where he will interview others like him who have crossed over…
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Big names in entertainment this week
In entertainment this week, there are plenty of big names in new movies, TV and music. Taylor Swift is re-releasing her 2008 album “Fearless.” PBS debuts a new documentary about…
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