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Posted at 06:09 PM ET, 04/16/2013

Late night comics grapple with Boston Marathon bombing [VIDEO]
By Lisa de Moraes
Self-deprecating joke seems to have become the playbook segue.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:09 PM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 01/17/2013

‘American Idol’: Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey, Keith Urban unveiled
By Lisa de Moraes
‘American Idol’ Season 12 premiere kicks off in New York.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 01/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 01/13/2013

Golden Globe Awards FAQ: Where to watch the show, the pre-shows, the fashion
By Emily Yahr
Wondering where to start on Sunday? We’ve got you covered.

By Emily Yahr  |  09:00 AM ET, 01/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:29 PM ET, 01/04/2013

Michael Douglas, Matt Damon talk Liberace and ‘Behind the Candelabra’
By Lisa de Moraes
TV critics don’t seem to know what to make of seeing Michael Douglas play the renowned pianist/flamboyant entertainer.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  09:29 PM ET, 01/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:41 AM ET, 12/21/2012

‘The X Factor’: Tate Stevens wins second season
By Lisa de Moraes
‘The X Factor’ names Tate Stevens winner of second season.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  05:41 AM ET, 12/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 12/20/2012

‘The X Factor’: final performance night
By Lisa de Moraes
‘X Factor’ pays tribute to Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting victims on final performance night.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 12/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 12/14/2012

‘The X Factor’: Emblem3 out; LA Reid leaving too
By Lisa de Moraes
Simon Cowell’s boy band was tossed by viewers, LA Reid says he’s out too.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 12/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:45 AM ET, 12/13/2012

‘X Factor’: Who gets the hook? [POLL]
By Lisa de Moraes
We ask America, who will be the next unlucky contestant to go on ‘X Factor’?

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:45 AM ET, 12/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 12/12/2012

Mick Jagger visits ‘Letterman’ to read Top 10 list [VIDEO]
By Emily Yahr
The rocker stopped by the ‘Late Show’ studio on Tuesday night.

By Emily Yahr  |  08:00 AM ET, 12/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 12/07/2012

‘The X Factor’: So long Cece, Diamond
By Lisa de Moraes
Two more go home on ‘X Factor’: Diamond and CeCe.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 12/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 12/06/2012

‘X Factor’: Demi and Simon slug it out
By Lisa de Moraes
Two X-testants going home on ‘X Factor.’

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 12/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/30/2012

‘X Factor’: bye bye Paige Thomas, Vino Alan
By Lisa de Moraes
‘X Factor’ elimination cuts Paige Thomas and Vino Alan.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/29/2012

‘The X Factor’: eight perform in another double-elimination week
By Lisa de Moraes
Eight X-testants perform; two heading home.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/29/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/28/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars: All Stars’: Melissa Rycroft named the winner
By Emily Yahr
The reality star was the only finalist who had never won a previous season.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/27/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars: All Stars’: It's ladies night
By Emily Yahr
Kelly Monaco, Melissa Rycroft and Shawn Johnson competed in the finals, and were joined by the Fierce Five.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/22/2012

‘The X Factor’: Thanksgiving back-stories
By Lisa de Moraes
‘X Factor’ singers dedicate tunes.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/22/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/21/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Apolo Anton Ohno, Emmitt Smith go home
By Emily Yahr
Shawn Johnson, Melissa Rycroft and Kelly Monaco will dance in the finals next week.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:15 AM ET, 11/15/2012

‘The X Factor’: Diva Night
By Lisa de Moraes
Simon Cowell stumps for votes, telling viewers his team saves kittens and likes puppies.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:15 AM ET, 11/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/15/2012

NBC developing drama series about George Washington
By Lisa de Moraes
George Washington TV series pilot being penned by “The King’s Speech” screenwriter David Seidler

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/14/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Kirstie Alley and Gilles Marini say goodbye on double elimination night
By Emily Yahr
It was double elimination night.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/13/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Trio dances throw in an added challenge
By Emily Yahr
Also, why does Len Goodman seem so unhappy with pro dancer Derek Hough?

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/06/2012

Election 2012 on TV: Where to watch on Tuesday night
By Emily Yahr
The networks have massive coverage planned for election night.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:00 AM ET, 11/06/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Dance fusion
By Emily Yahr
But no matter what happened, there’s no results show on Tuesday.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:00 AM ET, 11/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:05 AM ET, 11/02/2012

‘X Factor’: judges cut four in first live elimination
By Lisa de Moraes
‘X Factor’: judges cut four in first live elimination.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:05 AM ET, 11/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:05 AM ET, 10/31/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Sabrina Bryan sent home in Week 6, yet again
By Emily Yahr
In a cruel twist of fate, the Disney actress was sent home in another shocking elimination.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:05 AM ET, 10/31/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/31/2012

Simon Cowell invites Obama on ‘X Factor’
By Lisa de Moraes
Simon Cowell leaves open possibility of Britney Spears meltdown on ‘X Factor’on this week’s live epsiodes.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/31/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:05 AM ET, 10/24/2012

‘The X Factor’: Let’s try this again
By Lisa de Moraes
On take 2 of ‘X Factor’ episode, we learn which X-testants head to live shows.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:05 AM ET, 10/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/24/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: ‘Gangnam Style’ group dance steals the show
By Emily Yahr
The judges call it a “hot mess,” but the group dance was the best part of Tuesday’s one-hour performance show.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/23/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Carrie Ann Inaba falls out of her chair, and other excitement
By Emily Yahr
Yes, the dances were that good on Monday night’s show.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/18/2012

‘X Factor’: baseball rain, technical foul-up eat into Simon Cowell screen time
By Lisa de Moraes
Judges reveal which X-testants heading to live competition. Until Mindy Kaling interrupts.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:05 AM ET, 10/17/2012

Bristol Palin eliminated on ‘Dancing With the Stars’
By Emily Yahr
Bristol Palin’s second stint on “Dancing With the Stars” ended a lot earlier than her first one.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:05 AM ET, 10/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/16/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Paula Abdul guest-judges
By Emily Yahr

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:05 AM ET, 10/12/2012

‘X Factor’: Britney and LA judge The Teens and The Overs
By Lisa de Moraes
‘X Factor’ home visits come to an end.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:05 AM ET, 10/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/11/2012

‘The X Factor’: Final cuts at boot camp
By Lisa de Moraes
Judges made their final cuts and X-testants head to judges’ 'homes’

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:05 AM ET, 10/10/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Drew Lachey and Helio Castroneves exit on double elimination night
By Emily Yahr
Tuesday was double elimination night.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:05 AM ET, 10/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/09/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Dances from the past, and Bristol’s ‘tear-filled blow-up’
By Emily Yahr
Plus, Bristol Palin brought the drama on Monday’s show with a ‘tear-filled blow-up.’

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/05/2012

‘X Factor’ Boot Camp: Task 2
By Lisa de Moraes
‘X Factor’ Boot Camp: Task 2

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/04/2012

‘The X Factor’: Contestants go to boot camp
By Lisa de Moraes
Finalists were sent away for more auditions in Miami.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:30 AM ET, 10/03/2012

Where to watch the first presidential debate on Wednesday
By Emily Yahr

Here are some of the specific plans for each channel.

By Emily Yahr  |  07:30 AM ET, 10/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/03/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Joey Fatone says goodbye
By Emily Yahr
And so, our hopes for a Joey Fatone-Drew Lachey rivalry this season were quickly dashed.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/02/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: The competition continues as everyone realizes its all-star season
By Emily Yahr
The contestants suddenly realize the competition is tough during all-star season.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 09/26/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars: All Stars’ eliminates its first contestant
By Lisa de Moraes
A celeb was sent packing on the first results night of the season.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 09/26/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 09/25/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars: All Stars’ premiere: Sarah Palin shows up, Kirstie Alley kisses Tom Bergeron
By Emily Yahr
Former contestants returned on the first night of the 15th season.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 09/25/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:30 AM ET, 09/24/2012

Sunday’s Emmy show filled with surprises. Honest.
By Lisa de Moraes
Sunday’s Emmy Awards wasn’t as lackluster as some might think.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  07:30 AM ET, 09/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 09/23/2012

Emmy Awards FAQ: Where to watch the show, the pre-shows, the fashion
By Emily Yahr
The 64 Primetime Annual Emmy Awards will air at 8 p.m. on Sunday.

By Emily Yahr  |  08:00 AM ET, 09/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:57 AM ET, 09/21/2012

Poll: Test your Emmy Award predicting skills here
By Lisa de Moraes
Will this year’s Emmy Awards include some big shake-ups?

By Lisa de Moraes  |  11:57 AM ET, 09/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 09/21/2012

‘The X Factor’: Lightning strikes
By Lisa de Moraes
‘X Factor’: Lightning strikes.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 09/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 09/20/2012

‘The X Factor’: Simon’s out sick
By Lisa de Moraes
Some guy named Louis fills in for Simon on ‘X Factor’ and everyone likes him. A lot.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 09/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 09/14/2012

‘The X Factor’: Simon, Britney, Demi and LA on road
By Lisa de Moraes
Part 2 of the second season premiere continued Thursday night.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 09/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 09/13/2012

‘The X Factor’: Britney Spears, Demi Lovato make their debut
By Lisa de Moraes
The singing competition kicked off its second season on Wednesday night.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 09/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:00 AM ET, 09/06/2012

Today in DNC TV: Where to watch the Democratic National Convention on Thursday
By Emily Yahr
Cable and broadcast networks continue with the last day of convention coverage in Charlotte.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:00 AM ET, 09/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:00 AM ET, 09/05/2012

Today in DNC TV: Where to watch the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday
By Emily Yahr
Cable and broadcast networks continue with convention coverage in Charlotte.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:00 AM ET, 09/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:00 AM ET, 09/04/2012

Today in DNC TV: Where to watch the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday
By Emily Yahr
Many networks are covering the convention in Charlotte.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:00 AM ET, 09/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:00 AM ET, 08/30/2012

Today in RNC TV: Where to watch the Republican National Convention on Thursday
By Emily Yahr
Countless networks are covering the Republican National Convention in Tampa this week.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:00 AM ET, 08/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:00 AM ET, 08/29/2012

Today in RNC TV: Where to watch the Republican National Convention on Wednesday
By Emily Yahr
Countless networks are covering the Republican National Convention in Tampa this week.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:00 AM ET, 08/29/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:00 AM ET, 08/28/2012

Today in RNC TV: Where to watch the Republican National Convention on Tuesday
By Emily Yahr
At least 13 networks are covering the Republican National Convention in Tampa this week.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:00 AM ET, 08/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 07/25/2012

Todd Palin explains why he’s on NBC, home of ‘Saturday Night Live’
By Lisa de Moraes
Sarah Palin’s husband participating in new NBC reality series “Stars Earn Stripes.”

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 07/25/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  nbc, palin, saturday night live

Posted at 03:00 PM ET, 07/24/2012

‘American Idol’ judges: A timeline (Mariah Carey, do you know what you’re in for?)
By Emily Yahr
From Kara to Ellen, the country’s most popular show has had a long history with its judges.

By Emily Yahr  |  03:00 PM ET, 07/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol

Posted at 08:34 AM ET, 07/19/2012

Emmy nominations 2012 preview: Watch announcement live
By Lisa de Moraes
Watch a livestream of the announcement from Kerry Washington and Jimmy Kimmel.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  08:34 AM ET, 07/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 05/24/2012

Phillip Phillips named fifth consecutive guy-with-guitar ‘American Idol’ winner
By Lisa de Moraes
Phil Phillips becomes the fifth consecutive guy-with-guitar to win Fox’s singing competition.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  05:30 AM ET, 05/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 05/24/2012

Egyptians vote with wary optimism on first day of historic presidential election
By Lisa de Moraes
Country’s first free and fair leadership election so far largely unmarred by fraud or violence.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  05:30 AM ET, 05/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:05 AM ET, 05/23/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Donald Driver named the winner
By Emily Yahr
The Green Bay Packers wide receiver stepped up his game in recent weeks, besting singer Katherine Jenkins and actor William Levy.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:05 AM ET, 05/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/23/2012

‘American Idol’: Phil Phillips steals final performance night
By Lisa de Moraes
‘American Idol’ final performance night showcases Jessica Sanchez’s talent, but Phil Phillips had A Moment.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/22/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Donald Driver, Katherine Jenkins and William Levy compete in the finals
By Emily Yahr
...and Donald got his long awaited perfect score from the judges.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/22/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/18/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Joshua Ledet exits; Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez head to the finals
By Amy Argetsinger
As three went down to two, the Idolettes were joined by Adam Lambert and Lisa Marie Presley, of all people.

By Amy Argetsinger  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:18 PM ET, 05/17/2012

USA Network releases first preview of ‘Political Animals’ [VIDEO]
By Emily Yahr
To coincide with its upfront presentation to advertisers in New York on Thursday, USA debuted video of its new series.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:18 PM ET, 05/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:16 PM ET, 05/17/2012

Upfront Week 2012: CW moves nearly every show to different timeslot, unveils theme nights (medical Tuesday, superhero Wednesday)
By Lisa de Moraes
The network has also created “theme nights” with its new shows.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:16 PM ET, 05/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/17/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: The final three and the search for a ‘moment-moment-moment’
By Amy Argetsinger
Is this the final three you predicted? The judges pump up Joshua and Jessica but seem to succumb to the inevitability of Phillip.

By Amy Argetsinger  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/16/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Maria Menounos goes home; Katherine Jenkins, Donald Driver, William Levy advance to finals
By Emily Yahr
The “Extra” co-host got the highest judges scores, but still went home Tuesday night.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/16/2012

Jimmy Kimmel jabs TV networks’ new schedules
By Lisa de Moraes
‘Work it’ was ABC’s idea of a joke, Kimmel tells advertisers.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  abc, bbc, paul lee, jimmy kimmel

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/15/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: William Levy, Katherine Jenkins, Maria Menounos and Donald Driver compete
By Emily Yahr
On the penultimate results episode, two couples got perfect scores.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/10/2012

‘American Idol’: Final 4 perform
By Lisa de Moraes
Hollie Cavanagh receives only negative comments of night from judges.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:05 AM ET, 05/09/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Melissa Gilbert, Roshon Fegan booted on double elimination night
By Emily Yahr
Next week, Maria Menounos, Donald Driver, Katherine Jenkins and William Levy head to the semi-finals.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:05 AM ET, 05/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/08/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Couples dance as trios before double elimination night
By Emily Yahr
Each pair performed twice, and in the second round, they had to choose a third partner.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:43 AM ET, 05/04/2012

‘American Idol’: Skylar Laine heading home
By Lisa de Moraes
Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez and Hollie Cavanagh remain in singing competition.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  08:43 AM ET, 05/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:25 PM ET, 05/03/2012

Fox dating series ‘The Choice’ pays homage to NBC’s ‘The Voice’
By Lisa de Moraes
Fox unveils plans for new dating show in which guys pick women to date with backs turned.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:25 PM ET, 05/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  fox, american idol, the choice, mike darnell, cat deeley

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/03/2012

‘American Idol’: Mentor Steven Van Zandt wowed when Josh masters Bee Gees tune in 15 minutes
By Lisa de Moraes
‘American Idol’ mentor Steven Van Zandt wowed when Josh Ledet masters Bee Gees tune in 15 minutes.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/02/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Jaleel White eliminated after final dance duel of the season
By Emily Yahr
The former “Family Matters” star said goodbye.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/01/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: One team gets a perfect score on Classical Night
By Emily Yahr
Who did the judges say was flawless?

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/26/2012

‘American Idol’ : Ryan Seacrest sick on Queen night
By Lisa de Moraes
Host Ryan Seacrest a near no-show, but keeps his 11-year hosting streak going.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/26/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/25/2012

Jimmy Fallon and President Obama slow jam the news
By Lisa de Moraes
President Obama makes his first appearance on the late-night talk show.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/25/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  president obama, barack obama, jimmy fallon

Posted at 05:45 AM ET, 04/25/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Gladys Knight says goodbye
By Emily Yahr
The singer was sent home after low scores on Motown Week.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:45 AM ET, 04/25/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/24/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Time for Motown Week
By Emily Yahr
The Temptations, Smokey Robinson and Martha Reeves joined the show to perform live music during the dances.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/20/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Colton Dixon out and we’re down to six Idolettes
By Lisa de Moraes
Down to six Idolettes competing after one of presumed frontrunners gets the hook.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/19/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Jessica Sanchez gets another try
By Lisa de Moraes
Show host Ryan Seacrest pays tribute to Dick Clark at top of Fox singing competition.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/18/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Gavin DeGraw eliminated as dance duel twist is introduced
By Emily Yahr
Gavin and Karina battled Jaleel White and Kym Johnson on the dance floor.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/17/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: The competition gets steamy on Latin Night
By Emily Yahr
The competitors shimmy through sambas, as Derek and Maria make out on the dance floor.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/13/2012

‘American Idol’: America boots Jessica Sanchez; judges overrule America
By Lisa de Moraes
‘This girl is one of the best singers in America! Ever! Are you kidding me?’ Randy Jackson rants.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/12/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Final 7 Idolettes sing songs from now
By Lisa de Moraes
Guest mentor Akon says Jessica Sanchez is ‘The One.’

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/11/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Sherri Shepherd eliminated; Melissa Gilbert a no-show after concussion
By Emily Yahr
“The View” co-host was booted from the show on a surprising results night.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:15 AM ET, 04/10/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Melissa Gilbert taken to the hospital with “mild concussion” [Updated]
By Emily Yahr
Host Tom Bergeron promised to provide an update on what happened to Gilbert on Tuesday’s results show.

By Emily Yahr  |  09:15 AM ET, 04/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/06/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: One more Idolette says goodbye
By Lisa de Moraes
Judges hang on to their Save Card one more week.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/05/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Top 8 perform songs from the ’80s
By Lisa de Moraes
The remaining eight contestants tried to impress the judges.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/04/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: One couple leaves, and the competition gets a new twist
By Emily Yahr
Whose story on Sad Story Night wasn’t sad enough to stay on the show?

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/03/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Everybody cries in Week 3
By Emily Yahr
The celebs choose dances that relate to the most memorable year of their lives, and the majority break down in tears.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/30/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Down to eight Idolettes
By Lisa de Moraes
Eight Idolettes remain to tackle 80’s tunes next week.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/29/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Top 9 Idolettes wow the judges
By Lisa de Moraes
Steven Tyler, JLo, and Randy Jackson give a record five Standing O’s as Idolettes perform tunes from their idols.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/29/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/28/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: First duo is eliminated
By Emily Yahr
Who got sent home on the first results night of the season?

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/27/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2012: Judges get harsh in Week 2
By Emily Yahr
WEEK 2 RECAP | Though still impressed by some performances, the judges seemed to have higher standards for the contestants.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/23/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Top 9 named
By Lisa de Moraes
The lucky Top 9 get to go shack up in Palazzo Foreclozzo, in the Hollywood Hills.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 01:57 AM ET, 03/22/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Top 10 perform Billy Joel songs
By Lisa de Moraes
The final 10 Idolettes — and summer tour members — tried to impress the judges.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  01:57 AM ET, 03/22/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/20/2012

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Was it really the best season premiere ever?
By Emily Yahr
The judges raved about the impressive performances during the first week.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/16/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Top 10 Idolettes move on to summer tour, one is sent packing
By Emily Yahr
Shannon Magrane said goodbye, just missing her chance to make the “Idol” tour.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/15/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Producers toss one Idolette, survivors perform
By Lisa de Moraes
The remaining singers performed tunes from the year they were born.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  american idol 2012, american idol

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/13/2012

‘The Voice’ Season 2: Judges pit singers against each other for battle round
By Emily Yahr
Celebrity mentors returned as the judges continued to narrow down their teams.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/09/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: First ousted Idolette a blow for JLo
By Lisa de Moraes
The judges decide who is the first singer of the Top 13 to get the hook.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/08/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Top 13 perform Whitney and Stevie tunes
By Lisa de Moraes
Guys tackle Stevie Wonder, chicks sing Whitney Houston in the show’s 400th episode.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, american idol 2012

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/06/2012

‘The Voice’ Season 2: Battle rounds begin
By Emily Yahr
The four coaches brought in celebrity mentors, from Kelly Clarkson to Lionel Richie, to help their teams.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/02/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Top 13 finalists revealed [updated with poll]
By Lisa de Moraes
America voted for the top five guys and girls, and then the judges decided their wildcard picks.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol

Posted at 01:39 AM ET, 03/01/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Top 12 girls perform
By Lisa de Moraes
Judges admit they went too easy on the guys in their excitement and take it out on the girls.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  01:39 AM ET, 03/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol, American Idol 2012

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/29/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: The 13 guys perform
By Lisa de Moraes
Guy Idolettes perform songs of their choice in new “Idol” studio while judges ooh and aah.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/29/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  American Idol

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/28/2012

‘The Voice’ Season 2: Blind auditions come to an end
By Emily Yahr
Adam, Christina, Cee Lo and Blake make their final decisions.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:41 AM ET, 02/24/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: And the Top 24 are...
By Lisa de Moraes

By Lisa de Moraes  |  12:41 AM ET, 02/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/23/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: First semifinalists revealed
By Lisa de Moraes
A few of the Top 24 contestants were named Wednesday night.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  American Idol

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/21/2012

‘The Voice’ season 2: Blind auditions, part 4
By Emily Yahr
In the penultimate blind auditions, the judges continued to add to their teams.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/17/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Viva Las Vegas!
By Lisa de Moraes

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  American Idol

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/16/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Hollywood Week stretches on
By Lisa de Moraes

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  American Idol

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/14/2012

‘The Voice’ Season 2: Highlights from blind auditions, part 3
By Emily Yahr
A singer from Gaithersburg, a 51-year-old crooner, and a star named Pip is born.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 02/14/2012

‘Smash’ has its Marilyn
By Lisa de Moraes
Casting choice made in episode No. 2.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  05:30 AM ET, 02/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/10/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Hollywood Week, take 2
By Lisa de Moraes
The show picked up where it left off on Wednesday, as Symone Black took a tumble from the stage.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  American Idol

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/09/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Time for Hollywood
By Lisa de Moraes
With the mass auditions wrapped, the contestants head to Hollywood.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/07/2012

‘The Voice’ season 2: Blind auditions continue
By Emily Yahr
Kicking off in its regular timeslot, “The Voice” featured more people singing for their lives.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/06/2012

‘The Voice’ post-Super Bowl episode: Season 2 premiere
By Emily Yahr
Judges Christina Aguilera, Blake Shelton, Cee Lo Green and Adam Levine took the stage.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/03/2012

‘American Idol 2012’: Final auditions, in St. Louis
By Lisa de Moraes
Fox singing competition’s Hollywood elimination rounds start next week.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 02/02/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Auditions go to Portland
By Lisa de Moraes
The judges see the best and worse as the mass auditions start to wind down.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 02/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:15 PM ET, 02/01/2012

Networks plan Don Cornelius TV tributes
By Emily Yahr
BET and VH1 plan to air documentaries; Centric has a 24-hour “Soul Train” marathon.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:15 PM ET, 02/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 01/27/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Auditions go down to Texas
By Lisa de Moraes
Auditions rolled on in Galveston, Texas.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 01/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 01/26/2012

‘American Idol 2012’: Auditions climb to Aspen
By Lisa de Moraes
The judges trek to Colorado as the mass auditions continue.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 01/26/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 01/23/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Special Sunday episode features another Bikini Girl, and Jim Carrey’s daughter
By Emily Yahr
The judges were very impressed with Jane Carrey; not so much with Bikini Girl 2.0.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 01/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 01/20/2012

‘American Idol’ 2012: Auditions continue in Pittsburgh
By Lisa de Moraes
Sitcom theme-song singer, Justin Bieber look-alike among those sent to Hollywood.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 01/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 01/19/2012

‘American Idol’: Season 11 kicks off with auditions in Savannah, Ga.
By Lisa de Moraes
Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, and Steven Tyler back as judges, with host Ryan Seacrest.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 01/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 01/17/2012

In case you missed it: Recap of Michelle Obama on ‘iCarly’
By Emily Yahr
The first lady made her long-awaited guest appearance on the sitcom Monday night.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 01/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 12/22/2011

‘X Factor’: Final three perform
By Lisa de Moraes
Chris Rene, Melanie Amaro, and Josh Krajcik sing on the final performance night.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 12/22/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 12/15/2011

‘X Factor’: Final four perform
By Lisa de Moraes
The last four X-testants belt out tunes on the penultimate performance night.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 12/15/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 12/09/2011

‘X Factor’: Shocking Rachel Crow elimination round narrows field to four
By Lisa de Moraes
Judges throw final decision to viewers.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 12/09/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 12/08/2011

‘X Factor’: Final five perform
By Lisa de Moraes
As the competition winds down, each X-testant sings two numbers.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 12/08/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 12/02/2011

‘X Factor’: Another double elimination night
By Lisa de Moraes
Two more singers sent home on Thursday night.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 12/02/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 12/01/2011

‘X Factor’: Top 7 tackle Michael Jackson tunes while his kids watch
By Lisa de Moraes
Two X-testants will go home Thursday.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 12/01/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/23/2011

‘X Factor’: Top 9 give thanks, Simon snipes, Astro eats humble pie
By Lisa de Moraes
Simon Cowell and LA Reid in verbal brawl over X-testant Drew, on eve of double elimination.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/23/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 11/23/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ finale: We have a winner
By Emily Yahr
J.R. Martinez took home the Mirror Ball Trophy, triumphing over Ricki Lake and Rob Kardashian.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:30 AM ET, 11/23/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 11/22/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Final three perform, and a Kardashian takes the lead
By Emily Yahr
Kardashian leaped into frontrunner status on ”DWTS” last performance night of the season.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:30 AM ET, 11/22/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:30 AM ET, 11/18/2011

Live blog: Regis Philbin’s last day on ‘Live! With Regis and Kelly’
By Emily Yahr
Rege bids farewell to ‘Live!’ after 28 years, complete with tears, sing-alongs and family photos.

By Emily Yahr  |  08:30 AM ET, 11/18/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/18/2011

Astro demonstrates mad diva skills on ‘X Factor’ results show
By Lisa de Moraes
The ‘X Factor’ rapper doesn’t want to sing after landing in the Bottom 2.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/18/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/17/2011

‘X Factor’: Rock Week, loosely defined
By Lisa de Moraes
TV COLUMN | Judge mentors spend most of the evening arguing as to what is a rock tune.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/17/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 11/16/2011

Hope Solo says goodbye on ‘Dancing With the Stars’
By Emily Yahr
The judges can’t be too sorry to see her go.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:30 AM ET, 11/16/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 11/15/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ semi-finals: The final four compete
By Emily Yahr
The final four competed in the season’s penultimate performance night.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:30 AM ET, 11/15/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/11/2011

‘The X Factor’: Stereo Hogzz are gonerzz
By Lisa de Moraes
Another of Paula Abdul’s groups got the boot on results night.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 11/11/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 11/03/2011

‘The X Factor’: Top 12 perform
By Ned Martel
Down to a dozen contestants, the show is less bubble gum and no less captivating.

By Ned Martel  |  05:30 AM ET, 11/03/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 11/02/2011

‘Dancing with the Stars’: David Arquette sent packing
By Emily Yahr
David Arquette was sent packing after Tuesday night’s “DWTS” results show.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:30 AM ET, 11/02/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 10/19/2011

‘X Factor’: Top 16 revealed
By Lisa de Moraes
“X Factor’s” herd-thinning night reveals top 16 contestants.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 10/19/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 10/18/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Time for ’80s night
By Emily Yahr
The remaining eight celebs performed to songs from the 1980s.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:30 AM ET, 10/18/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:05 AM ET, 10/04/2011

Ron Howard pretend-confirms ‘Arrested’ TV and movie deal
By Lisa de Moraes
Trustworthy child star turned producer says in interview that everyone likes the idea.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:05 AM ET, 10/04/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 09/27/2011

Nancy Grace gets more exposure than even she wants on ‘Dancing With the Stars’ [Update]
By Emily Yahr
A wardrobe malfunction steals the show.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 09/27/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Dancing With the Stars

Posted at 10:00 AM ET, 06/21/2011

Poll: What did you think of Keith Olbermann’s return to TV?
By Lisa de Moraes
Keith Olbermann’s “Countdown” debuted on Current TV Monday night.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  10:00 AM ET, 06/21/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 05/26/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Scotty McCreery wins
By Lisa de Moraes
The Season 10 champion was revealed during Wednesday night’s finale.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  05:30 AM ET, 05/26/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:35 AM ET, 05/25/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: Hines Ward wins
By Lisa de Moraes
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver finishes on top as the “Dancing With the Stars” series wraps up its 12th season.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  05:35 AM ET, 05/25/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 05/25/2011

‘Glee’ season finale: We watch so you don’t have to
By Emily Yahr
The musical show wrapped up for Season 2, and went to New York City for Nationals.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:30 AM ET, 05/25/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/24/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: Penultimate night
By Lisa de Moraes
Hines Ward, Kirstie Alley, and Chelsea Kane fight last round to win the Mirror Ball Trophy.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/24/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/20/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Goodbye, Haley Reinhart
By Emily Yahr
Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina will battle for the top spot on finale of “American Idol.”

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/20/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/19/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: The final three perform
By Emily Yahr
The Idolettes battle to make it to the final show next week.

By Emily Yahr  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/19/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/18/2011

‘Dancing WIth the Stars’ 2011: Ralph Macchio goes home
By Aaron Leitko
One more ‘Dancing’ pair is voted off, the week before the season finale.

By Aaron Leitko  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/18/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 05/18/2011

‘Glee’: We watch so you don’t have to
By Emily Yahr
The New Directions gets ready for the Nationals competition in the season’s penultimate episode — and also goes to a funeral.

By Emily Yahr  |  05:30 AM ET, 05/18/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/13/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Judges’ fave James Durbin out
By Lisa de Moraes
James Durbin, picked to win by “American Idol” judges, goes home; dark horse Haley Reinhart survives.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/13/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/12/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Lady Gaga mentors
By Lisa de Moraes
The final four Idolettes sing songs from Leiber & Stoller.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/12/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/11/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: Viewers save Macchio, toss Romeo
By Lisa de Moraes
Injured Ralph Macchio is spared the hook thanks to viewer voting on “Dancing With the Stars.”

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/11/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 05/11/2011

‘Glee’ prom: We watch so you don’t have to
By Lisa de Moraes
The McKinley High students battled it out for the title of prom king and queen.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  05:30 AM ET, 05/11/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/10/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: Insta-dance returns!
By Lisa de Moraes
Ralph Macchio limps through dances and gets fewest votes; only viewers can save him now

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/10/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Dancing With the Stars

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/06/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Jacob Lusk goes home
By Lisa de Moraes
Sixty million votes are cast, narrowing the field to four on “American Idol”.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/06/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/05/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Haley shines but judges still say James has won
By Lisa de Moraes
Five surviving Idolettes perform one song from “now” and one from “then.”

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/05/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/04/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: Kendra Wilkinson returned to reality
By Lisa de Moraes
One more couple is voted off as ‘Dancing With the Stars’ nears its finale.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/04/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 05/04/2011

‘Glee’ Fleetwood Mac night: We watch so you don’t have to
By Lisa de Moraes
Kristin Chenoweth returned to guest star in the latest May sweeps episode.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  05:30 AM ET, 05/04/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/03/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: Kirstie and Romeo stumble
By Lisa de Moraes
Latin dancing great Donnie Burns joins judges on performance night on ‘Dancing With the Stars’.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 05/03/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/29/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Casey out, cause dogs can’t vote
By Lisa de Moraes
Judges can’t save Casey a second time as field narrows to Top 5.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/29/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/28/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Judge Randy Jackson calls it for James Durbin with weeks to go
By Lisa de Moraes
The Top 6 contestants sing Carole King tunes on ‘American Idol’.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/28/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/27/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: WWE’s Chris Jericho smacked down
By Lisa de Moraes
WWE star sent packing after getting fewest votes during Guilty Pleasures Week.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/27/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 04/27/2011

Supersized ‘Glee’: We watch so you don’t have to
By Lisa de Moraes
A supersized, 90-minute episode features a performance of “Born This Way.”

By Lisa de Moraes  |  05:30 AM ET, 04/27/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/26/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Another tumble, on Guilty Pleasure night
By Lisa de Moraes
On “Dancing With the Stars,” Ralph and Karina take a tumble and Hanson performs.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/26/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/22/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Stefano’s number is up
By Lisa de Moraes
Frequent Bottom 3 dweller can’t cheat fate one more week.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/22/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:03 PM ET, 04/21/2011

NBC delays ‘SNL’ 2 minutes, Leno 12 minutes for ‘The Voice’ promos; press swoons [updated with video]
By Lisa de Moraes
NBC to air 12 minute pre-Leno preview and 2-minute pre-”SNL” promo for new singing competition series

By Lisa de Moraes  |  04:03 PM ET, 04/21/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/21/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Idolettes blossom singing songs they know
By Lisa de Moraes
‘Idol’ judges awaken from deep sleep; Randy Jackson discovers, ‘critiquing really helps everyone.’

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/21/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/20/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: Pretty Petra pushed
By Lisa de Moraes
Model sent packing; Maks Chmerkovskiy suffers another dance debacle during American Week.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/20/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 04/20/2011

‘Glee’ brings back the neglected: We watch so you don’t have to
By Lisa de Moraes
The show features some forgotten guest stars, from Charice to Cheyenne Jackson.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  05:30 AM ET, 04/20/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/19/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: America night
By Lisa de Moraes
Celebs celebrate America with Viennese waltz, Brazilian samba and cowboy Ralph Macchio.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/19/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Dancing With the Stars

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/15/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Paul pays the piper
By Lisa de Moraes
A guy is finally voted off the singing competition.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/15/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 AM ET, 04/15/2011

Tina Fey: Condoleezza Rice will appear on ‘30 Rock’
By Lisa de Moraes
Tina Fey tells a Washington crowd the former Secretary of State would stop by the NBC comedy.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  05:30 AM ET, 04/15/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/14/2011

‘American Idol 2011’: Songs from the movies
By Lisa de Moraes
Down to eight, contestants perform tunes from flicks with plenty of added drama.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/14/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/13/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: Sugar Ray Leonard KO’d
By Lisa de Moraes
Jennifer Hudson sings and Kendra Wilkinson blames performance on her hormones.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/13/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Dancing With the Stars

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/12/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: Classical music week [Video]
By Lisa de Moraes
Kirstie Alley watch: keeps her balance, loses her shoe.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/12/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Dancing With the Stars

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/08/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Pia Toscano sent home
By Lisa de Moraes
Voting stuns ‘American Idol’ judges.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/08/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/07/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame night
By Lisa de Moraes
The contestants sing rock classics on performance night.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/07/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/06/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: Wendy Williams whacked
By Lisa de Moraes
Despite on-stage fall, Kirstie Alley survives to dance another day.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/06/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/05/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011: Storytelling night, and Maks takes a tumble [video]
By Lisa de Moraes
Celebrities tell personal stories through dance, and one pro falls.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/05/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Dancing With the Stars

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/01/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Double elimination
By Lisa de Moraes
Two Idolettes were sent home on Thursday night’s results show.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/01/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/31/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Top 11 sing Elton John tunes
By Lisa de Moraes
Scotty drawls! Pia flaps! Durbin almost ignites!

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/31/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/30/2011

‘Dancing With the Stars’ 2011 results night: First dancer cut [Poll added]
By Lisa de Moraes
The first celeb-dancer pair cut; Chris Brown performs.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/30/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:45 AM ET, 03/29/2011

Rosie O’Donnell: The new Oprah?
By Lisa de Moraes
OWN announced Tuesday that Rosie will shoot her new talk show from Harpo Studios in the fall.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  09:45 AM ET, 03/29/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/24/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Top 11 perform Motown tunes
By Lisa de Moraes
The 11 Idolettes sing Motown songs on performance night.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/24/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/18/2011

‘American Idol’ 2011: Who got sent home?
By Lisa de Moraes
Black Eyed Peas debut single; JLo vows to tone down ‘Idol’ backup band

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/18/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  American Idol

Posted at 09:40 AM ET, 03/16/2011

Comedy Central roasts Donald Trump [Updated with ratings]
By Lisa de Moraes
Comedians join together to roast the “Apprentice” star

By Lisa de Moraes  |  09:40 AM ET, 03/16/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 03/16/2011

‘Glee’: Regionals, and The Kiss — We watch so you don’t have to [updated with ratings]
By Lisa de Moraes
Kathy Griffin guest stars as the glee club performs original covers for the first time.

By Lisa de Moraes  |  06:00 AM ET, 03/16/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)