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Lawyer: Suspect just pitching to Letterman

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00:29 GMT

David Letterman was on the receiving end of a sales pitch, not a shakedown, a defense lawyer said Tuesday as he argued that a TV producer accused of extorting the comic was simply peddling a screenplay.

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Rihanna says album helped recovery

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:14:58 GMT

Rihanna has sold more than 12 million albums and has had four No. 1 songs, but currently, her fame revolves around one fight. She now hopes to move on with music.

First lady takes healthy eating message to TV

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:37:29 GMT

Michelle Obama appears on "Sesame Street" and recently taped an episode of "Iron Chef America," just two of the varied platforms she's been using lately to get her healthy-eating message out to the masses.

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Video: Hayes family on ‘Table for 12’

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:03:17 GMT

Nov. 10: TODAY’s Ann Curry meets the Hayes family and talks to them about their new TLC reality show, “Table for 12.” (Today Show)

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11 late-night TV shows: The good and the bad

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:33:49 GMT

As Wanda Sykes and George Lopez enter the late-night game, Entertainment Weekly scouts what works — and doesn't — for today's stars.
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From Madonna to Marge: 10 celeb hair icons

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 01:13:43 GMT

Take a look at the top female stars from the past and present who have been defined by their fabulous hairstyles.

Video: The buzz on Taylor Swift‘s ‘SNL’ gig

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 16:08:49 GMT

Nov. 9: From Taylor Swift on “Saturday Night Live” to the upcoming awards season, Bravo’s Andy Cohen fills you in on the latest in entertainment news. (Today Show)

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Video: Gabby Sidibe on ‘Precious’

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 15:54:06 GMT

Nov. 9: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to actress Gabourey Sidibe about her rise to fame and her role in the film “Precious.” (Today Show)

Trisha Yearwood on simple cookin’ and Garth

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 17:40:09 GMT

When Trisha Yearwood was asked to write a cookbook, she didn't have to look any further than her husband, Garth Brooks. "He's a really good cook," says Yearwood, whose “Home Cooking With Trisha Yearwood” hits stands next April 10.

‘Sesame Street’ still Big Bird’s nest after 40 years

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 16:23:34 GMT

Big Bird — that towering, yellow 6-year-old — has been calling “Sesame Street” home ever since the show premiered on Nov. 10, 1969. And as it marks its 40th anniversary, he remains an essential member of the flock — and the show itself is forever young.

Have a question for Bon Jovi?

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 18:23:34 GMT

The popular New Jersey band who are NBC's first "artist in residence" for the month of November want to hear from their fans. So, if you have questions for Jon, Richie, Tico and David, e-mail us and the guys might answer them on TODAY.

Video: Fran Drescher dishes on her love life

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 16:00:17 GMT

Nov. 6: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to actress Fran Drescher about being a cancer survivor, her new song and her love life. (Today Show)

Video: Review of ‘The Men Who Stare at Goats’

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:58:56 GMT

Nov. 6: TODAY movie critic Gene Shalit reviews the new film featuring megastars George Clooney and Kevin Spacey, “The Men Who Stare at Goats.” (Today Show)

Video: Brokaw, Hanks relaunch WWII Museum

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:01:09 GMT

Nov. 6: NBC’s Brian Williams joins actor Tom Hanks in New Orleans to help mark the expansion of the National World War II Museum. (Today Show)

Video: Harden unveils ‘Big Book of Dreams’

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 13:51:50 GMT

Nov. 6: Actress Marcia Gay Harden unveils the world’s largest children’s book, Carnival's “Big Book of Dreams.” (Today Show)

‘Loser’: A player’s past choices come back to haunt her

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 15:39:48 GMT

On the eighth week of "Biggest Loser," contestants headed to Washington, D.C., to raise awareness of the nation's growing obesity epidemic. The contestants were faced with another change and went from playing on two teams to competing as individuals. In the end, one's player's change came too late and she was sent home.

Video: Aames: ‘I never dreamt’ it would get so bad

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 13:44:10 GMT

Nov. 5: TODAY’s Matt Lauer talks to actor Willie Aames about filing for bankruptcy, his painful divorce, and his plans to get his life back together. (Today Show)

Video: Keith Urban sings ‘Kiss a Girl’

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 15:43:40 GMT

Nov. 5: Country singer Keith Urban performs his song “Kiss a Girl” on TODAY. (Today Show)

Video: Urban’s ‘Only You Can Love Me This Way’

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:11:23 GMT

Nov. 5: Country star Keith Urban tells TODAY hosts about his latest album and performs “Only You Can Love Me This Way.” (Today Show)

Steve Martin, Alec Baldwin to co-host Oscars

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 14:52:05 GMT

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences says the two Hollywood veterans will share hosting duties at the 82nd Academy Awards ceremony, to be held March 7.

Video: Jerry Stiller, Anne Meara on ‘Mercy’

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 16:02:56 GMT

Nov. 4: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to actor Jerry Stiller and his wife, actress Anne Meara, about their guest appearances on “Mercy.” (Today Show)

Video: Bon Jovi reflect on 25-year ride

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 14:13:12 GMT

Nov. 4: TODAY’s Matt Lauer talks to NBC’s first “Artists in Residence,” Bon Jovi, about a new documentary reflecting on their successful career and their new album, ”The Circle.” (Today Show)

Slide show: Best and worst ‘Dancing’ outfits

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 17:28:24 GMT

From sunshine-colored short skirts to Muppet pelts and cowboy costumes, the stars shone — and groaned — in a variety of skimpy outfits.

Kate says ‘part of me will always’ love Jon

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 14:45:43 GMT

Sitting down with the TODAY show's Natalie Morales for a special aired on TLC Monday night, Kate Gosselin describes a bleak life after her split with husband Jon, with her living in the center of a maelstrom of media attention.

Kate Gosselin: Kids are showing strains of split

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 14:13:01 GMT

The stress of a divorce played out in the tabloid press is starting to take a toll not only on Kate Gosselin, but also on her eight children, she said in a new interview. In addition, Gosselin said “close, trusted people” are cashing in on her story. “You tend not to trust,” she said.

Video: Web only video: Ralph Macchio talks 'Karate Kid'

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 22:38:06 GMT

Nov. 2: TODAY Correspondent Sara Haines goes behind the scenes to ask the actor about the craziness that follows a hit like “The Karate Kid.” (Today Show)

‘Biggest Loser’s’ Abby: ‘Happiness is a choice’

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 14:36:49 GMT

Abby Rike was eliminated on season 8 of “The Biggest Loser,” but her story of carrying on after a terrible tragedy — the sudden deaths of her husband, young daughter and infant son — inspired the other contestants, as well as her own trainers. Here Abby shares why she auditioned and volunteered to go home, and gives advice for others dealing with personal challenges.

Video: Celebrities design tiny houses to support homeless women

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 14:11:16 GMT

Nov. 3: Miniature houses, created by celebrities and designers, will be auctioned off to support the New York-based charity Women in Need. (Today Show)

Mel Gibson, girlfriend welcome baby girl Lucia

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 20:27:39 GMT

Gibson, 53, has seven children (six sons and a daughter) with his estranged wife Robyn, while Oksana has a son, Alexander, with her former boyfriend, actor Timothy Dalton.

Chaz Bono: I love being a man

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:25:12 GMT

Born the daughter of Cher and Sonny Bono, Chaz has been undergoing a female-to-male sex change since March, a process that has already had significant physical changes on his body.

What scares celebs? Guns, violence, and snakes

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:06:14 GMT

Some scary stuff is universal, and even celebrities aren't immune. Here's a look at the secret fears spooking Gerard Butler, Rob Zombie, Snoop Dogg and other stars this Halloween.

Video: ‘The Karate Kid’ is all grown up

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 15:34:58 GMT

Nov. 2: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to actor Ralph Macchio about his life after “The Karate Kid,” which includes a family and a role on “Ugly Betty.” (Today Show)

Video: Shalit loves ‘New York, I Love You’

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 15:05:17 GMT

Nov. 2: TODAY movie critic Gene Shalit reviews the new film starring more than a dozen well-known actors, “New York, I Love You.” (Today Show)

10 movies that even scare Wes Craven

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:26:22 GMT

EW.com: “'Elm Street” director Wes Craven recommends his favorite fright flicks, including “War of the Worlds,”' '“Frankenstein,” and “Psycho.”

Video: Gina Gershon on ‘Bye Bye Birdie’

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:48:02 GMT

Oct. 29: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to actress Gina Gershon about the Broadway revival of “Bye Bye Birdie.” (Today Show)

Video: Wanda Sykes: Reality TV is bugging me

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:07:19 GMT

Oct. 29: TODAY’s Meredith Vieira talks to comedian Wanda Sykes about the things that bug her, her new talk show, and her anger over California’s ban on same-sex marriage. (Today Show)

Video: Ex-writer lashes out at Letterman

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:48:57 GMT

Oct.29: A former writer on David Letterman’s show is now blasting the comedian for adding to a “hostile, sexually charged atmosphere.” NBC’s Peter Alexander reports. (Today Show)

Hulk Hogan: Why I almost killed myself

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:23:30 GMT

In his new book, “My Life Outside the Ring,” the wrestling star writes about the events — his son’s car accident, his wife’s filing for divorce and more — that led him to put a gun to his head and almost pull the trigger.

Video: Simon sings ‘You Belong to Me’

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:10:12 GMT

Oct. 28: Legendary singer Carly Simon performs “You Belong to Me” on TODAY. (Today Show)

Video: ‘Crash’ director splits with Scientology

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:03:55 GMT

Oct. 28: Director Paul Haggis has left the Church of Scientology in a dispute over the church’s lack of opposition to California’s ban on same-sex marriage. NBC’s Michelle Kosinski reports. (Today Show)

In reality, some stage parents are very scary

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 03:38:53 GMT

Years ago, children with showbiz inclinations might be pushed too hard by eager parents, but in the reality show realm, children might not want to be in front of cameras at all.

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Video: Stars on ‘Paranormal Activity’

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:55:33 GMT

Oct. 27: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to Katie Featherston and Micah Sloat about their new film, “Paranormal Activity.” (Today Show)

Video: Sting discusses his new album

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:34:30 GMT

Oct. 27: TODAY hosts talk to Grammy-winning singer Sting about his new album, “If on a Winter’s Night.” (Today Show)

Video: Connie Britton on ‘Friday Night Lights’

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:42:53 GMT

Oct. 27: TODAY hosts talk to actress Connie Britton about the return of her series, “Friday Night Lights.” (Today Show)

Video: Dina Mercado on ‘Loser’ elimination

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:09:05 GMT

Oct. 27: TODAY hosts talk to Dina Mercado, the latest contestant to be voted off “The Biggest Loser,” about the competition and how she’s staying fit at home. (Today Show)

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Polanski could face two years in prison at most

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:53:46 GMT

Film director Roman Polanski could face two years in prison if extradited to the United States after fleeing sentencing in California on child sex charges in 1978, the Swiss justice ministry said.

Video: Big Kenny flies solo

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:58:22 GMT

Oct. 26: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to Big Kenny, best known as half of the Grammy-nominated music duo Big & Rich, about his new solo album. (Today Show)

Video: TODAY anchors boogie to Rod Stewart

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:06:50 GMT

Oct. 26: As rock ’n’ roll singer Rod Stewart performs “Love Train,” TODAY anchors get down to the music. (Today Show)

Video: Rod Stewart sings ‘Higher and Higher’

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:14:53 GMT

Oct. 26: Singer Rod Stewart talks to TODAY hosts about his new album and performs “Higher and Higher.” (Today Show)

Hollywood’s vampire obsession may bleed out

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:45:28 GMT

"The genre of vampire films ... is a genre that will be forever, but sometimes, you have an overload, an overkill, and when the heap gets too, too big, everybody starts to turn away."

Video: Eugene Levy gets animated

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:21:38 GMT

Oct. 23: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Billy Ray Cyrus talk to actor Eugene Levy about his new animated adventure, “Astro Boy.” (Today Show)

Video: Stars discuss ‘White Collar’

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:50:37 GMT

Oct. 23: TODAY hosts talk to actors Matt Bomer, Tiffani Thiessen and Tim DeKay about their new series, “White Collar.” (Today Show)

Video: Tim McGraw’s ‘Real Good Man’

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:59:28 GMT

Oct. 23: County superstar Tim McGraw performs his hit song “Real Good Man” on Rockefeller Plaza. (Today Show)

Video: McGraw sings ‘Southern Voice’

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:07:59 GMT

Oct. 23: Country singer Tim McGraw tells TODAY hosts about his latest album and performs “Southern Voice” on the Plaza. (Today Show)

Swiss defend tipping off U.S. on Polanski

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:13:26 GMT

A series of e-mails obtained under a public records request show the Swiss Federal Office of Justice sent an urgent fax to the U.S. Office of International Affairs on Sept. 22.

Video: Catching up with Willem Dafoe

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:24:04 GMT

Oct. 22: The actor talks with the TODAY hosts about his new movie, “Antichrist.” (Today Show)

Video: Richard Gere on ‘Amelia’ role

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:52:44 GMT

Oct. 21: Golden Globe winner Richard Gere talks about his starring role in the new film “Amelia,” in which he plays the legendary pilot’s husband. (Today Show)

Mom and dad make scary movies even scarier

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:44:46 GMT

Parents have been told not to let kids watch TV alone, but a study shows that can backfire: Researchers found that kids who watched TV with their folks got even more freaked out.

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‘Dancing’ stunner: Coughlin gets dunked

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:44:52 GMT

Despite being a talented dancer, Natalie Coughlin just couldn't get enough people to vote for her and was sent packing on a night that included a dance tribute to Michael Jackson.

Donny Osmond gets ‘sexy’ on ‘Dancing’

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 02:37:10 GMT

The Argentine tango and the paso doble produced strong dances that took even stern judge Len Goodman by surprise.

Adam Lambert launches ‘Time for Miracles’

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:05:17 GMT

Does the single sound too much like Aerosmith’s “Armageddon” theme? Or does Lambert have a sound all his own?

Video: Herman Leonard’s portraits on display

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:03:23 GMT

Oct. 20: TODAY hosts talk to jazz photographer Herman Leonard, who shows off some of his iconic portraits. (Today Show)

Video: Anthony Edwards on ‘Motherhood’

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:56:35 GMT

Oct. 20: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to actor Anthony Edwards about his new movie, “Motherhood.” (Today Show)

Video: Somers: Choice about treatment is important

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:11:09 GMT

Oct. 20: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to actress Suzanne Somers about being misdiagnosed with full-body cancer and her search for alternative treatments. (Today Show)

Video: Tracy Morgan: If I can make it, so can you

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:20:23 GMT

Oct. 20: TODAY’s Matt Lauer talks to actor Tracy Morgan about his road to fame and his new memoir, “I Am the New Black.” (Today Show)

Video: Larry Birkhead: ‘I just want the truth’

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:50:27 GMT

Oct. 20: Larry Birkhead, the father of Anna Nicole Smith’s daughter, says prosecutors offended him when they criticized his testimony against Smith’s doctors and Howard K. Stern. NBC’s Michelle Kosinski reports. (Today Show)

Bon Jovi is NBC’s first ‘artist in residence’

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:15:08 GMT

Bon Jovi premiered their new video on TODAYshow.com this morning, part of a novel new project by NBC Universal called “Artists in Residence,” in which the group will appear on multiple programs on NBC and its affiliated cable channels throughout the upcoming month.

Video: Kevin Bacon’s charitable cause

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:49:40 GMT

Oct. 16: Actor Kevin Bacon talks with the TODAY hosts about a new volunteerism initiative called iParticipate. (Today Show)

No more ‘Jon & Kate’ after November

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:02:52 GMT

Our long national nightmare is finally over. “Jon & Kate Plus 8,” which in recent months had become just about as fun as reliving your parents' divorce, will stop filming new episodes next month, according to the New York Post.

Video: Matt gives Leno’s racetrack a whirl

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:49:34 GMT

Oct. 15: TODAY’s Matt Lauer gets a few pointers from professional race car driver Justin Bell before testing out Jay Leno’s personal racetrack. The TODAY host will be on “The Jay Leno Show” tonight on NBC. (Today Show)

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Video: Christine Lahti on ‘Law & Order’

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:16:13 GMT

Oct. 14: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to actress Christine Lahti about guest-starring on “Law & Order: SVU.” (Today Show)

Video: James Tupper on ‘Mercy’

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:01:22 GMT

Oct. 14: TODAY hosts talk to actor James Tupper about his role on the new NBC medical drama, “Mercy.” (Today Show)

Rossum gets why chicks dig Adam Duritz

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:05:46 GMT

Emmy Rossum "really can't say" whether Adam Duritz is officially her boyfriend, but she will happily dish on why women love him.

Video: Michael Buble on ‘Crazy Love’

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:11:59 GMT

Oct. 13: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to singer Michael Buble about his love life and his new album, “Crazy Love.” (Today Show)

Video: Little horror film is big box office hit

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:37:01 GMT

Oct. 13: Word of mouth has propelled a low-budget, barely marketed horror film, “Paranormal Activity,” to a bountiful box office take. NBC’s Lee Cowan reports. (Today Show)