TV and Movie News (page 1452)

Yidio Video of the (St.Patrick's) Day: Irish Dancing Flash Mob!
March 17, 2011 @ 8:23 am PST    Lord of the Dance in 3D     Richard Sharp    

Top o' the morning to you. Today's Yidio Video of the Day takes us to Sydney, Australia, where we get the answer to the question:

What happens when you get the cast of 'Riverdance,' hundreds of school children and loads of unsuspecting tourists milling about Central Station on St. Patty's Day?

Let's just say they might not all be wearing green, but they clearly know what "Erin Go Bragh" means.

'90210' and 'Vampire Diaries' Stars Join 'Heavenly' CW Pilot
March 17, 2011 @ 8:00 am PST    The Vampire Diaries, 90210     Andy Neuenschwander    

How many supernatural TV shows is enough? It seems, according to the CW, that two is not the answer. The network already has two supernatural TV shows in "The Vampire Diaries" and "Supernatural," but are working on a new pilot called "Heavenly" as well.

The show just gained two familiar cast members in Lauren Cohan and Ryan Eggold who have worked on "The Vampire Diaries" and "90210.

Over It: Is Bravo Finished With Housewives Spinoffs? Andy Cohen Says 'Yeah'
March 17, 2011 @ 8:00 am PST    The Real Housewives of Orange County, The Real Housewives of Atlanta, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, The Real Housewives of DC, The Real Housewives of Miami, The Real Housewives of New Jersey, The Real Housewives of New York City, Watch What Happens: Live, Bethenny Ever After, Bethenny Getting Married?     Elizabeth Sexton    

With seven different versions of the show and a gazallion cities to reach, Bravo’s “Real Housewives” franchise could have swept the nation. Bravo’s Andy Cohen told OK! That won’t be happening. Miami might be the last stop.

“I really feel like we’re done,” Andy said. “Yeah.”

As recently confirmed by the network, a casting call notice on Craig's List that went out for what seemed to be a "Real Housewives of San Francisco" was a hoax.

Couple No More: Joe Jonas and 'Twilight' Star Ashley Greene Call It Quits
March 17, 2011 @ 8:00 am PST    The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Twilight, LOL, Butter     Allie Basilica    

And we thought this one would last...

The NYPost is reporting that "Twilight" star Ashley Greene and her honey of 8 months, Joe Jonas, have thrown in the towel. An inside source tells Page Six that the split "was mutual and amicable."

Jonas and Greene began dating quietly last summer but didn't wait long to go public with their affection. Greene had recently split from actor Brock Kelly and Jonas was fresh out of a tumultuous relationship with starlet Demi Lovato.

SPOILER: First 'X-Factor' Judge To Be Announced This Week!
March 17, 2011 @ 7:18 am PST    American Idol, The X Factor     Elizabeth Sexton    
The X-Factor is that unknown �something� that adds major value to an object, element or person. It�s unexplainable, almost phenomenal - and for Simon Cowell it�s the ultimate goal. His newest project, the FOX singing competition �The X Factor� is sure to have plenty of �it� � starting with the judges. Not only do the judges need to carry an entertaining quality of their own, they need to be able to pick up on it.

Nate Dogg's Cause of Sudden Death Revealed
March 17, 2011 @ 7:00 am PST    The Grammys     Elizabeth Sexton    

Rapper Nate Dogg, 41, died on Tuesday as a result of complications from multiple strokes.

The death of the four-time Grammy nominee was unexpected. On Wednesday, Attorney Mark Geragos told the Associate Press the cause of death, which stems from a stroke suffered by Nate (real name, Nathaniel D. Hale) in 2007. Hale was left partially paralyzed, and in 2008, he had another stroke.

Friends of Hale said he had made great progress in his recovery.

Kelsey Grammer to Direct Pilot for Conan O'Brien
March 17, 2011 @ 7:00 am PST    Conan     Scott Nye    

Remember when Michael Chiklis was terrifying? Each week on television, Vic Mackey would show up on TV and I'd be all set in my living room, ready to confess to things I've never even heard of.

Somewhere along the way that all turned around. Nothing like playing a superhero - two, at that (yes, "Fantastic Four" and "No Ordinary Family" DID happen) - to turn all that around.

VIDEO: Idol Contestant Shares Special Connection with Nate Dogg
March 17, 2011 @ 6:42 am PST    American Idol     Elizabeth Sexton    

The sudden passing of rapping legend Nate Dogg was hard news for “American Idol” contestant Jacob Lusk. Lusk shared a special connection with the “Regulators” star.

In 2007, Lusk auditioned for Nate Dogg’s gospel group, “InNate Praise.” He landed the spot and the two became friends, TMZ reports.

“Nate Dogg gone? Can’t be true… I’m going miss him telling me to CALM DOWN!!!! Or saying  HERE HE GO… .

Sit In On Prince William and Kate Middleton's Royal Wedding on BBC America
March 17, 2011 @ 6:25 am PST    BBC America Reveals     Andy Neuenschwander    

If you didn't get an invite to the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, don't be too upset: the Obamas didn't get one either, apparently (but the Beckhams did!).

Fortunately for you, the BBC has announced that their flagship BBC1's coverage of the wedding will be broadcast all over the world on international BBC channels, including BBC America.

So, you will be able to dress yourself up in a fancy suit and tie, serve yourself some hors d'oeuvres, sit in your living room and pretend you're really there.

'Born This Way'? Not in Malaysia; Authorities Muffle Lady Gaga
March 17, 2011 @ 6:00 am PST    The Grammys     Elizabeth Sexton    

Lady Gaga is getting gagged in Malaysia as radio stations fear her lyrics could offend the nation’s social and religious observances.

According to the Associated Press, broadcasters in the Muslim-majority country are refusing to play lines in the song that encourage public acceptance of gays.

Certain lyrics of "Born This Way" have made indecipherable, including: "No matter gay, straight or bi, lesbian, transgendered life, I'm on the right track, baby.