CBS picks up William Shatner starrer ‘Bleep My Dad Says’ – Zap2it.com (blog)

William Shatner will head to CBS in the new comedy series “Bleep My Dad Says,” according to Deadline Hollywood.

The comedy is based on writer Justin Halpern’s Twitter account sensation S*** My Dad Says, where he posts his 70-something dad’s colorful commentary. Shatner will play the role of the dad.

This is CBS’ second new comedy series, joining Chuck Lorre’s “Mike & Molly.” Also on CBS’ Fall schedule are “Hawaii Five-O,” “Defenders,” “Blue Bloods” and the “Criminal Minds” spinoff.

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TBS exec earns fan mail for snatching O’Brien

NEW YORK (AP) — In 10 years as a television executive, Steve Koonin had never received fan mail. Until now.

The president of Turner Entertainment Networks said he’s received more than 6,000 notes from Conan O’Brien fans thanking him for hiring the former “Tonight” host for a TBS talk show that starts in November.

Koonin is seizing upon the move, a genuine surprise at the time, to remake a network that is often overlooked by cultural ..read more

Lena Horne, Singer and Actress, Dies at 92 – New York Times

Her death was announced by her son-in-law, Kevin Buckley.

Ms. Horne might have become a major movie star, but she was born 50 years too early, and languished at MGM in the 1940s because of the color of her skin, although she was so light-skinned that, when she was a child, other black children had taunted her, accusing her of having a “white daddy.”

Ms. Horne was stuffed into one “all-star” musical after another — “Thousands Cheer” (1943), “Broadway Rhythm” (1944), “Two ..read more

AP NewsAlert – The Associated Press

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NEW YORK — Singer Lena Horne, who broke racial barriers as a Hollywood and Broadway star, has died.

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Ask Stacy – Week of Saturday, May 8, 2010 – Creators Syndicate

DEAR STACY: Whatever happened to the plans for Janet Jackson to do a movie playing Lena Horne? — Terry B., Cedar Rapids, Iowa

DEAR TERRY: Apparently, you missed the stormy weather when Horne, now 92, made it clear she wanted no part of Jackson’s portrayal after her breast-baring Super Bowl moment back in 2004. She and her daughter asked ABC not to allow Jackson to portray her, and even though the network resisted, Jackson willingly backed out. Then producers Neil ..read more

Avril Lavigne, Brody Jenner Get ‘F**k’ Tattoos

Avril Lavigne and Brody Jenner

Lovebirds Avril Lavigne and Brody Jenner recently got lightning bolt tattoos together but the new couple have gotten yet another set of matching tattoos.

This time they had the word, ‘F**k’ tattooed on their ribs.

Just wow.

Avril and Brody, who claim they hadn’t slept in two days (hmmmm….), went to the Shamrock Social Club tattoo parlor in Hollywood and even though the only tattoo artist working was an apprentice, the two decided the ‘F’ word would looks super ..read more

Jack White & Karen Elson’s Quiet Nashville Life

It is not often that we hear stories of former White Stripes frontman Jack White and wife, British model Karen Elson. Out of the Hollywood spotlight, the two share a quiet life just outside of Nashville, Tn., with their two children, Scarlett, 4, and Henry, 2.

White has made his mark on the music industry in various bands and with solo work, and now it is Elson’s turn, with the stunning mama releasing her new album, The Ghost Who Walks, ..read more

FCC Hands Hollywood The Keys To Your PC, Home Theater, And Future

The FCC has given Hollywood permission to activate the “Selective Output Control” technologies in your set-top box. These are hidden flags that allow the MPAA to deactivate parts of your home theater depending on what you’re watching.

Mariah Carey is Cuckoo for Cocoa Puffs – Andy at The Movies (blog)

Listen, I think Mariah Carey did a wonderful job in Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire. As a mustachioed social worker who doesn’t believe in make-up or showering, it was convincing and nothing short of strong. It reminded me of Cameron Diaz in Being John Malkovich and Charlize Theron in Monster. And frankly, if it wasn’t for Mo’Nique and Paula Patton’s performances, she might be getting a bit more award consideration in the supporting actress column.

But, BUT, BUT, ..read more

‘Dexter,’ ‘Glee’ And Gearing Up For The People’s Choice Awards In Today’s … – MTV.com

Even weeks after the shocking season finale of “Dexter” Hollywood can’t seem to get enough of Showtime’s serial killer drama and it’s leading man, Michael C. Hall (pictured). Paramore front woman Hayley Williams told fans about her dream “Dexter” scenario, posting, “Dear God, please let today be the day that I meet Michael C. Hall wearing a lab coat and goggles. Amen,” which prompted Panic! At The Disco lead singer Brendon Urie to respond, “Dexter be praised.” While fans of ..read more