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John Fogelman, J.J. Abrams launch new venture

Director J.J. Abrams asks a question to U.S. first lady Michelle Obama (not pictured) at a Joining Forces event at the Writers Guild theatre in Beverly Hills, California
Former William Morris Endeavor board member John Fogelman has launched the new FactoryMade Ventures, with Lost producer J.J. Abrams as the company's principal investor, FactoryMade announced on Tuesday.

Hell's Kitchen helps Fox win ratings night

Chef Gordon Ramsay, star of the new program ''Gordon Ramsay: Cookalong Live'', whips egg whites as he makes Baked Alaska at the Fox Summer Television Critics Association press tour in Pasadena, California
The culinary-driven outbursts of Gordon Ramsay helped Fox win the night Monday -- not that the end of the Labor Day weekend offered much competition in terms of original programming.
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A tribute to Berry Berenson, aka Mrs. Tony Perkins

On September 11, 2001, when I was driving, I received a message from my friend, Heather Mac Rae: Sorry to hear about Berry Berenson, but she was in one of the planes that crashed into the trade towers.
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Lady Gaga's 9/11 Memories [VIDEO]

Lady Gaga has joined a long line up of celebrities to remember 9/11 in a national day of service campaign that asks what will you do to remember?
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Unraveling the Mystique of Kathmandu, Nepal

Ever since the hippies flocked to Kathmandu in the 1960's, the town has held an almost mythical appeal in the Western mind. But, what's the Kathmandu of 2011 really like?
Host Philbin smiles at panel during Television Critics Association summer 2006 media tour in Pasadena

Regis Philbin Sets Final Day for Hosting Live!

Television talk show host Regis Philbin on Tuesday announced the final day, November 18, for taping his Live! with Regis and Kelly, ending his run on the popular program after nearly 28 years.
Oliver Stone poses for a portrait in Los Angeles

Oliver Stone's Son in Iran to Prepare Documentary

The son of film director Oliver Stone -- who angered some Americans with a recent movie about anti-U.S. Latin American leaders -- is in Iran doing the groundwork for a documentary, Iranian media reported on Tuesday.
Actors Glave, Howson, director Arnold and actresses Scodelario and Beer pose during a photocall for her film "Wuthering Heights" at the 68th Venice Film Festival

Heathcliff Is Black in UK Remake of Bronte's Novel

Wuthering Heights male protagonist Heathcliff is portrayed by a black actor for the first time in Andrea Arnold's remake of one of English literature's best-known classics, screening in competition at the Venice film festival.
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Burning Man 2011: Photos from the 25th Desert Festival

The near 50,000 revelers packed up and left Black Rock City in the Nevada desert Monday, leaving behind a pile of ashes for next year's week-long party. This year marked the 25th annual Burning Man, the festival where people gather to celebrate music, the arts and self-expression.
Actor Fassbender gestures as he arrives on red carpet for film "A Dangerous Method" at 68th Venice Film Festival

Irish Actor Fassbender Tipped for Venice Glory

A turn as a sex-obsessed New Yorker has made Michael Fassbender a firm favorite for the best actor award at the Venice film festival, capping what reviewers call a breakthrough year for the 34-year-old Irishman.
Chenoweth performs "One Less Bell To Answer/A House Is Not A Home" at MusiCares Person of Year tribute honoring Barbra Streisand in Los Angeles

Kristin Chenoweth Comes Home for Country Album

She has played a witch in Wicked, a lush on Glee and a deputy press secretary on The West Wing, but actress Kristin Chenoweth's latest project is nowhere near a Broadway stage or TV screen. She is returning to her Oklahoma roots, singing country songs.
Cast member Murphy poses for photographers as he arrives at the premiere of "Shrek Forever After" in New York City

Will Eddie Murphy Host the 2012 Oscars?

Eddie Murphy who won a nomination for the Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'Dreamgirls' at the 2007 Oscars, is on to something big. If rumors are to be believed, the new Oscar producer Brett Ratner will recommend Eddie Murphy for hosting the most prestigious film awards, to Academy President Tom Sherak in a meeting scheduled this Tuesday.

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