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People's Choice: A Night For Heroes?

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 20:17:33 EST

With multiple nominations, "The Dark Knight" could soar away with several trophies Wednesday night at the 35th annual People's Choice Awards.

Behind Brad Pitt's Digital Transformation

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 20:00:02 EST

When cast as "Benjamin Button," Brad Pitt chose to play an entire lifetime in one role! High-tech special effects and a healthy dose of Hollywood magic were needed to make it work. Pitt gave CBS News an exclusive look behind the scenes.

"Dark Knight" Nabs WGA Screenplay Nom

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:00:03 EST

Add writing to Batman's bag of tricks. "The Dark Knight" earned a nomination for best adapted screenplay from the Writers Guild of America.

DiCaprio, Eastwood Notch Palm Springs Wins

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:30:02 EST

Leonardo DiCaprio and his "Revolutionary Road" castmates won the Palm Springs International Film Festival's Ensemble Performance Award while Clint Eastwood was presented the Career Achievement Award at the fest's awards gala.

"Dark Knight" Grabs Cinematography Nom

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:30:03 EST

Batman is angling for top honors from the American Society of Cinematographers.

Angered Model Strikes A Pose At Google

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 10:30:02 EST

Canadian model Liskula Cohen has never shied away from gracing magazine covers or modeling for fashion icons like Armani and Versace. But her successful career is now forcing her to go on the defensive against an anonymous Internet blogger.

Knowles, Keys, Hudson Grab Image Nods

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 15:30:02 EST

Beyonce Knowles, Alicia Keys and Jennifer Hudson are all double threats for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People's Image Awards, earning nominations in both music and film categories.

Hong Kong To Restore Bruce Lee's Old Home

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:30:02 EST

The Hong Kong government has agreed to preserve a former home of late martial arts legend Bruce Lee and turn it into a tourist attraction, an official said Wednesday.

Oscars Web Site Gets Makeover

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:00:02 EST

Oscars.org, the newly revamped Web site of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences officially launches Tuesday.

Travolta Family Embraced By Florida Town

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:00:02 EST

This small central Florida town is about as far from Hollywood as you can get. Maybe that's why actor John Travolta moved his family here.

Taking People's Choice To The Streets

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:30:03 EST

The stars will be out tomorrow night for the 35th annual People's Choice Awards. The show honors fan favorites in film, television and music.

Travolta Family Returns With Son's Remains

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:00:03 EST

Actor John Travolta and wife Kelly Preston have returned to Florida with the remains of their 16-year-old son, Jett, who died at the family vacation home in Grand Bahama.

Buzz Briefs: Oprah Winfrey, Rihanna

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 14:46:01 EST

Oprah Winfrey Web site adds Holocaust story disclaimer. Rihanna taking no wardrobe risks for Malaysia show. Charges dropped for Brolin and "W" crew. Alan Colmes plays Colbert's sidekick for a day.

N.Y. Critics Like "Milk"

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:30:04 EST

Gus Van Sant"s biopic of Harvey Milk continues to pick up awards for the director and its stars, including three top prizes at the New York Film Critics Circle Awards.

Winehouse Drops Drug Case Appeal

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:30:02 EST

British singer Amy Winehouse dropped her appeal in a Norwegian drug case and will accept a fine for illegal marijuana possession in 2007, her attorney said.

Lohan & Ronson Not Headed To Splitsville

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 15:30:02 EST

Lindsay Lohan says she hasn't split with DJ Samantha Ronson, despite media reports they had publicly sparred several times over the holidays.

"Dark Knight" Gets Producers Guild Nod

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 18:00:03 EST

The Batman blockbuster "The Dark Knight," slighted in earlier Hollywood honors, was among best-picture nominees Monday for the Producers Guild of America Awards.

Mickey Rourke, The Comeback Kid

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 16:30:03 EST

Mickey Rourke made a name for himself years ago in movies such as "Diner," and then he threw it all away. Now, with "The Wrestler" he's back witha vengeance. Serena Altschul has a Sunday Profile:

Landmark NYC Restaurant Closes Doors

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:00:02 EST

The recession has reached the ritzy Rainbow Room, the special-occasion spot that overlooks midtown Manhattan from high above the tourist-attracting Rockefeller Center skating rink.

Taylor Swift's "Saturday Night" Plans

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:00:04 EST

Country superstar Taylor Swift is very excited to tell her fans about some upcoming weekend plans! The 19-year-old star wrote on her MySpace page that she will soon be performing on "Saturday Night Live." "I just found out that I get to play on...

"Marley" Is Box Office Top Dog Again

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 08:00:01 EST

The family tale "Marley & Me," starring Jennifer Aniston and Owen Wilson as owners of an adorably mischievous pooch, took in $24.1 million to finish as the No. 1 movie for a second-straight weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday.

Recording Industry Drops MP3 Spies

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 12:00:03 EST

Recording industry trade group reportedly drops the company responsible for gathering evidence against those accused of sharing copyrighted music.

Second Cup Cafe: Sonya Kitchell

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 21:30:02 EST

Singer, songwriter and guitarist Sonya Kitchell has a gift for expressing and evoking emotions and, at 16, she embraced her talent and shared it with the rest of the world.

Travolta's Son Dies In Accident

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 09:00:03 EST

John Travolta's teenage son, Jett, died in the Bahamas after apparently suffering a seizure and hitting his head at his family's vacation home, authorities said Friday.

Mystery Writer Donald Westlake Dies At 75

Fri, 02 Jan 2009 17:00:04 EST

Donald E. Westlake, a prolific author considered one of the most successful and versatile mystery writers in the United States, has died. He was 75.

Wordsmiths: Banish "Maverick," "Bailout"

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 16:00:01 EST

Lake Superior State University has issued their annual list of words that must be banished for being mis-used, over-used or generally useless during the past year. Maverick, anyone?

Album Sales Plunge, Digital Downloads Up

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 15:30:02 EST

Music sales have continued to slump in 2008 as the increased number of downloads of digital tracks failed to make up for a plunge in the sale of compact discs.

Oprah's Best Christmas Gift Ever

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:00:02 EST

A letter from Oprah Winfrey last week seemed like the world's best Christmas present - until teacher Ron Clark noticed an extra piece of paper flutter out of the envelope.

Dane Cook: Embezzlement Isn't Funny

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:00:05 EST

The half brother of comedian Dane Cook was in a Massachusetts court after he was accused of embezzling millions from the entertainer.

Movies In '09: A Big Year For Sequels

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:30:03 EST

Fan favorites will be back on the big screen in 2009, which will also see the return of 3-D animation.

Buzz Briefs: Barkley, Winehouse

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 13:00:03 EST

Charles Barkley arrested on suspicion of DUI. Amy Winehouse headed to Norway in '09 for drug appeal. Rapper DMX is in the dog house now. Playwright Harold Pinter's London burial honored his craft.

Many May Be Left Wanting For Their MTV

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 12:00:02 EST

Media giant Viacom Inc. said its Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central and 16 other channels will go dark for 13 million subscribers if a new carriage fee deal with Time Warner Cable is not agreed upon.

Murder Indictment In Hudson Case

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 10:00:02 EST

A murder indictment has been issued against the man accused of killing the mother, brother and nephew of Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Hudson.

Mia Farrow's Daughter Dies At 35

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:00:03 EST

Lark Previn, a daughter of actress Mia Farrow whose sister Soon-Yi Previn was at the center of Farrow's messy breakup with Woody Allen, has died. She was 35.

Children's Book Victim Of Holocaust Hoax

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 16:30:02 EST

The fallout continues from Herman Rosenblat's discredited Holocaust story. Laurie Friedman's "Angel Girl," a children's book inspired by Rosenblat's tale, was pulled by the Lerner Publishing Group.

Montel Williams Unlocks Key To Happiness

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:00:02 EST

Former TV talk show host and author Montel Williams' latest book, "Living Well Emotionally: Breakthrough to a Life of Happiness," shares some valuable lessons for living a happier, more fulfilled life.

Streisand: Perfection Is Imperfection

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 14:30:02 EST

At this point in Barbra Streisand's legendary career, no one can rain on her parade -- not even President Bush.

"Terminator" Is Back, For Keeps

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 10:30:03 EST

"The Terminator," "Deliverance," "In Cold Blood," and "The Asphalt Jungle," are among 25 films deemed worthy of preservation by The Library of Congress, which is adding the films to the National Film Registry.

Gun Found In Lot Used In Hudson Slayings

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 06:00:03 EST

Police say a gun found earlier this week in a vacant lot was used in the slayings of actress Jennifer Hudson's mother, brother and nephew.

Power In Fashion

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 05:00:04 EST

Donatella Versace dedicated her Spring-Summer 2009 collection Saturday evening to Barack Obama. She created a style she said was designed for "a relaxed man who doesn't need to flex muscles to show he has power."

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Tue, 30 Dec 2008 04:30:03 EST

Phelps, Cyrus, Among VMA Presenters

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 03:30:04 EST

Phleps will dive into a star-studded line-up of VMA presenters, which includes Miley Cyrus, Lindsay Lohan, Scarlett Johannson, Ciara, Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Corbin Bleu, Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson.