Television

Lena Waithe is the creator and executive producer of the Showtime series The Chi.

Arts

'The Chi' Creator Lena Waithe Says Television 'Taught Me How To Dream'

11:00am January 12, 2018

by Terry Gross

Waithe made history in 2017 as the first black woman to win an Emmy for outstanding comedy writing. Now she's lending her voice to a new Showtime series set in the South Side of Chicago.

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James Franco, seen at a film awards ceremony in November 2017.

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James Franco Denies Sexual Misconduct Claims, Saying They're 'Not Accurate'

11:43am January 10, 2018

by Colin Dwyer

Several claims against Franco have surfaced on Twitter. In a TV appearance Tuesday, he rejected them — but he also said, "I can't live — if there's restitution to be made, I will make it."

Oprah Winfrey, recipient of the Cecil B. DeMille Award, gave a rousing Golden Globes speech that spurred talk of a 2020 presidential run.

Politics & Government

Oprah 2020? People Are Asking After Golden Globes Speech

4:52pm January 08, 2018

by Brian Naylor

The former talk show host and media mogul gave a rousing acceptance speech at the Golden Globes, causing some to wonder if a political bid will follow.

Activism At The 75th Golden Globes Went Beyond Black Dresses

7:39am January 08, 2018

by Mandalit del Barco

Stories of sexual harassment and abuse in Hollywood inspired women at the Golden Globes to wear black dresses. Among the night's winners: Lady Bird and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.

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Activist Rosa Clemente (far left), actors Susan Sarandon and Michelle Williams and activist Tarana Burke (far right), arrive to the 75th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Clemente is an organizer, political commentator and indep

Arts

At The Golden Globes, Not Just Another Red Carpet

11:20pm January 07, 2018

This year, industry reports of sexual harassment and abuse echoed on the red carpet. Some celebrities chose to wear black to convey their support for people who have reported misconduct.

Actor Joe Morton plays Rowan Pope in the ABC drama Scandal.

Arts

Joe Morton, Scheming Father Of 'Scandal,' On Playing Dick Gregory On Stage

6:04pm January 07, 2018

by Michel Martin

In addition to his role on the hit TV drama, he also stars in a one-man show on the comedy pioneer: "I was looking for parts ... that had some greater reverberation than just entertainment," he says.

Daniel Kaluuya as Chris Washington in Universal Pictures' "Get Out," a speculative thriller from Blum

Arts

Golden Globes 2018: The Complete List Of Nominees

6:00pm January 06, 2018

The 75th Golden Globe Awards air Sunday on NBC starting at 8 p.m. ET.

Alex Trebek, seen at a ceremony in LA in June.

Arts

Alex Trebek Takes A Break From 'Jeopardy!' Following Brain Surgery

12:16pm January 05, 2018

by Colin Dwyer

Trebek had the operation last month to treat a subdural hematoma that developed after he fell. The longtime game show host said Thursday he expects to be back in the studio "very, very soon."

TV Shows To Binge-Watch During The 'Bomb Cyclone'

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5 TV Shows To Binge-Watch During A Winter Storm

4:30pm January 04, 2018

by Eric Deggans

For a TV nerd, a storm that shuts down work and school means more time for binge-watching. It may be only a day or two, so viewing choices are crucial.

'Jeopardy' Contestant Loses Money Over 'Gangsta' Question

8:11am January 03, 2018

A contestant buzzed in with: What is "Gangster's Paradise?" Host Alex Trebek gave it to him, but the judges disagreed. The player lost $3,200 because of a mispronunciation — it's Gangsta's — no er.

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