TV and Movie News (page 1428)

'American Idol' Star Insults Jackson Family Or Pepsi. Either Way: What Was He Thinking?
April 01, 2011 @ 10:02 am PST    American Idol     Elizabeth Sexton    

James Durbin is used to letting his mouth fly open as he wails through his American Idol numbers.

During one moment of his Wednesday night performance, however, he should have kept his trap shut.

Durbin’s performance of Elton John’s “Saturday Night’s All Right” included a flaming piano.

Durbin joked with Ryan Seacrest about the fire, and referenced the time when Michael Jackson’s hair caught on fire during a Pepsi commercial shoot in 1984.

What's in Theaters This Weekend: April Fool's Day Edition (Watch Trailers for 'Hop,' 'Source Code,' 'Insidious')
April 01, 2011 @ 9:57 am PST    Hop, Source Code, Insidious, Saw     Allie Basilica    

Heading to the theaters this April Fool's Day? Find out what movies are debuting in U.S. theaters today!

"Hop": In this animated comedy the Easter Bunny is hit by a car and the driver, who is an unemployed slacker, must try to save Easter. The flick stars James Marsden, Kaley Cuoco, Chelsea Handler, Elizabeth Perkins and the voice of Russell Brand. Rated PG

"Source Code": Action-packed thrills make up this Sci-Fi film about a government experiment that puts a soldier into an unknown man's body for the last eight minutes of his life.

Lady Gaga Bounces Adam Lambert Out of Birthday Bash
April 01, 2011 @ 9:37 am PST    American Idol     Elizabeth Sexton    

Adam Lambert got the boot from "American Idol" during season 9, but on Sunday Lambert saw a new low for departures.

According to the Daily Mail Lambert was kicked out of Lady Gaga’s birthday bash at La Cita in Los Angeles. Lambert, not on the guest list, was brought by the Scissor Sisters.

Perez Hilton says Lambert showed up more than just a little tipsy.

Elton John Slams Kings of Leon of 'Glee' Refusal: 'Lighten Up, A**holes'
April 01, 2011 @ 9:27 am PST    Glee, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon     Andy Neuenschwander    

Sir Elton John has something to say to bands like Kings of Leon who don't want their music on "Glee"...as the music legend said on "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon" last night, "Lighten up, you a**holes."

John has expressed his desire not only to have his songs featured on "Glee," but to appear on the show himself. "It's so great when people do your songs," said John in his "Late Night" appearance.

Friday Hype: Watch and Listen to The Civil Wars
April 01, 2011 @ 9:11 am PST    Grey's Anatomy, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno     Richard Sharp    

It is for good reason that entertainment writers should avoid hyperbole. It’s always tempting to embellish a little about an act or show you like, simply because it makes for more interesting writing, but there are moments where you give thanks for keeping your powder dry and your effusive praise to a well-deserved minimum.

And this was one of those evenings.

Coming down to visit my family for a long weekend in Denton, Texas, I decided to spend some time with my sister and some friends attending Conferette 35, an up-and-coming four-day music festival with an i

Sigh of Relief: 'Mad Men' Deal Reached, Will Continue For Three More Seasons
April 01, 2011 @ 6:56 am PST    Mad Men     Andy Neuenschwander    

Alright, fellow "Mad Men" fans. We can all rest easy now.

Director Matthew Weiner has finalized his contract with AMC, and "Mad Men" won't be going anywhere anytime soon. The bad news, as we already know, is that "Mad Men" won't be back on the air until March 2012 (it pains me every time I say it!). But there's good news out of this deal: the show will get three more seasons.

Was the 'American Idol' Double Elimination Night a Surprise?
April 01, 2011 @ 6:54 am PST    American Idol     Elizabeth Sexton    

American Idol threw another wild card at viewers Thursday, sending two contests home.

Naima Adedapo and Thia Megia were both send home after a double elimination.

The intro told viewers, after a record breaking 55 million votes were cast, you won’t believe who is going home.

Critics have been quick to point out the misleading nature of the tease. Adedapo and Megia have long been struggling to wow the judges and audience.

Let My Music Tell the Story: Billy Joel Cancels Book Publication
April 01, 2011 @ 6:53 am PST    The Grammys     Elizabeth Sexton    

Billy Joel has canceled the publication of his autobiography, even after having written a complete manuscript.

"It took working on writing a book to make me realize that I'm not all that interested in talking about the past," Joel told the AP. "The best expression of my life and its ups and downs has been and remains my music."

The book was completely ready to run with 250,000 copies until HaperCollins stopped the presses after Joel changed his mind.

Teenage Shark Attack Victim Inspires With New Movie
April 01, 2011 @ 6:49 am PST    Soul Surfer     Elizabeth Sexton    

Eight years after losing her arm in a shark attack, Bethany Hamilton is sharing her story in an inspiring movie “Soul Surfer.”

It’s not surprising to see Hamilton, a tall and gorgeous blond, grace the red carpet with sheer poise and bubbling energy.

Just months after she was attacked in 2003, she went back into the water to become a surfing champion.

Hamilton was just 13 when the attack occurred.

Michael Buble Marries Girlfriend in Buenos Aires
April 01, 2011 @ 6:48 am PST    The Grammys     Elizabeth Sexton    

Canadian crooner Michael Buble will have to keep singing to his fans in their dreams.

He is off the market, having married his Argentine girlfriend Luisana Lopilato, 23, Thursday.

The Grammy-winning singer and Lopilato, an actress, made it official with a civil wedding ceremony in Buenos Aires.

The couple plans to have another two weddings for family and friends in a month in Buenos Aires and then another ceremony in Vancouver.