CBS News Entertainment Headlines: 16 November 2008
November 17th, 2008 • CBS News, Entertainment
- Buzz Briefs: Brooke Burke, Jane Fonda
Brooke Burke’s perfect score. Janes Fonda’s return to Broadway. Simon Cowell gets dumped. - Hudson’s Slain Relatives Remembered
A church on the Chicago’s South Side was readied Monday for a private funeral service for the slain mother, brother and nephew of singer-actress Jennifer Hudson, a day after a public memorial that drew hundreds of friends, family and fans. - Yves Saint Laurent: A Revolutionary
What makes a frock rock? Taffeta and tulle will take you only so far, say organizers of a new exhibit celebrating the work of visionary designer Yves Saint Laurent. - Hollywood’s Holiday Box Office Highlights
Nixon’s back. So are Kate and Leo, Nicole and Baz, a herd of stranded zoo animals and a very vengeful James Bond. - Ashanti Rocks The Youth Vote
The Grammy-winner, who’s helping an organization that registers young voters and tries to get them to the polls, chatted with Dave Price. - Will.i.am To Debut New Video After Vote
Will.i.am felt so confident that Barack Obama would win the presidency, he created a new song and video - much like his viral hit “Yes We Can” - to celebrate. - Actor Tim Robbins’ Voting Woes
Many Americans endured long lines to vote. Actor Tim Robbins had to get a court order before he was allowed to cast his vote for president. - Stars Proudly Cast Their Votes
New York is a deep blue state, and was almost assured to go the way of Barack Obama on Election Day. Still, as Diddy cast his ballot for the Democratic presidential candidate Tuesday, he couldn’t help but feel that he had made a difference. - African-American Firsts
Barack Obama made history last night as he became the first African-American to be the president-elect. But there have been many other great African-American firsts in our history that have captured the attention of the nation. - Obamas Fashionable On Election Night
Michelle Obama’s striking red-and-black dress worn Tuesday night as her husband became president-elect of the United States was designed by Narciso Rodriguez. - Obama Book Sales Surge
Sales of Barack Obama”s two memoirs surged ea5ly Wednesday after the author became the president-elect of the United States. - Stewart, Colbert Parody Election
Culminating their satirical coverage of the campaign, Comedy Central’s Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert may have become the first comedians to announce U.S. presidential election results. - TV Election: More Razzmatazz
To jazz up the talking heads and make the Election Night wait compelling, CNN used a hologram, MSNBC had a virtual rotunda and NBC “froze” red and blue states into the Rockefeller Center ice-skating rink. - Cheeta: A Star In Waiting?
Tarzan’s tree-swinging sidekick Cheeta still maintains a small spot in the limelight through his MySpace page, has a song coming out and a book deal, but he has yet to receive a Hollywood star. - Celebs Moved By Obama’s Win
Madonna celebrated Barack Obama’s victory Tuesday night with a glittering rally of her own, leading thousands of fans at her concert in San Diego with a rousing introduction to her song “Express Yourself.” - Susan Lucci: From “Dancing” To Daytime
Susan Lucci’s story line on “Dancing with the Stars” has come to an end. - Best-Selling Author Michael Crichton Dies
Best-selling author and filmaker Michael Crichton died unexpectedly in Los Angeles Tuesday, after a courageous and private battle against cancer, according to a statement released by his family. He was 66. - Beatles’ Hometown Rocks, MTV Style
When Kanye West performs Thursday at the MTV Europe Music Awards, it will be the second time he’s taken the stage at the ceremony - but the first time he’s been invited. - Critic John Leonard Dies
Literary and cultural critic John Leonard, an early champion of Toni Morrison, Gabriel Garcia Marquez and many other authors, and once praised by Kurt Vonnegut as “the smartest man who ever lived,” has died. He was 69. - Tina Fey Retires Palin Character
The “Queen of Comedy” Tina Fey may be working overtime, but it won’t be on the set of “Saturday Night Live” anymore, it will be for her character Liz Lemon on “30 Rock.” - Michelle Obama: A First Lady Fashionista
Change is definitely coming to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., as our next first lady, Michelle Obama, is bringing a new sense of style to the White House. - Pop Culture Highlights Of Election ‘08
Pop culture in political campaigns is nothing new, but it seems like it took a more prominent role in the 2008 election than ever before, and it’s largely due to technology that now makes pop culture such a participatory experience. - In The Bullring With “The Matador”
Though controversial, Spanish bullfighting remains extremely popular in the Mediterranean region. A new film chronicles several years in the life of Spain”s most famous bullfighter, David Fandila. - BBC Broadcasts Apology For Prank Calls
The BBC broadcast an apology Saturday for lewd phone messages left by two radio presenters on the voicmail of “Fawlty Towers” actor Andrew Sachs, alluding to sexual hijinks of his granddaughter. - Second Cup Cafe: Joan Osborne
Singer/songwriter Joan Osborne, known for her hit single, “One of Us,” has a God-given talent - her voice. - Former Child Stars’ Reunion Is Golden
Early Show co-anchor Harry Smith took a walk down memory lane and had a chat with some former child stars of the 1950’s, who made TV’s golden age shimmer. - The Name Is Fleming … Ian Fleming
The latest 007 film debuts next week, a good time to remember the man who created him. Author Ian Fleming would have been 100 this year. Anthony Mason helps us celebrate the centenary of the man who gave birth to Bond … James Bond. - “H.S. Musical” Stars Sizzle Down Under
“High School Musical 3″ stars Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale are in Australia to promote film’s Dec. 4 opening Down Under. - Hollywood Holiday Season Off To Good Start
The weekend’s top dozen films took in $128.8 million, 32 percent more than the same weekend’s top twelve last year, with “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa” taking the weekend box office crown with a haul of $63.5 million, according to studio estimates. - South African Singer Miriam Makeba Dies
Miriam Makeba, the South African singer who wooed the world with her sultry voice but was banned from her own country for 30 years under apartheid, has died after a concert in Italy. She was 76. - Underwood Keeps The Hits Coming
After three years, Oklahoma’s Carrie Underwood is no longer the country newcomer on a meteoric rise. - Underwood Leads “Choice” Country Nominees
Carrie Underwood is leading the nominations among country artists for the People’s Choice Awards and she is also up for favorite female artist, along with Alicia Keys and Rihanna. - Hudson Kin Slay Suspect To Stay Locked Up
A parole review official refused to release the convicted felon questioned in the killings of Jennifer Hudson’s mother, brother and nephew, after a witness reported seeing him with a gun similar to the one used in the slayings. - Coldplay Crowned World’s Biggest Act
Coldplay are officially the biggest band in the world. - Superheroes Rule People’s Choice Awards
How heroic. “Iron Man” will battle “The Dark Knight” and “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” for favorite movie at the 35th annual People’s Choice Awards. - Michelle Williams’ Dad To Be Extradited
Michelle Williams’ father, a prominent stock trader, has agreed to return to the United States to face tax evasion charges. - Groovy Leading Ladies Of The ’60s
Early Show co-anchor Harry Smith sat down with four leading ladies of the 1960’s, Barbara Eden of “I Dream of Jeannie,” Dawn Wells of “Gilligan’s Island,” Barbara Feldon of “Get Smart” and Kathy Garver of “Family Affair.” - The Sixties: Non-Stop Social Change
The Early Show looked back at the tumultuous, memorable time as part of its series, “Five Days, Five Decades.” - Beyonce: Wedding Pix Offers “Ridiculous”
Beyonce insists she would have never considered selling photos of her hush-hush wedding to Jay-Z to a glossy celebrity magazine. Still, the singer acknowledges that she was amazed at the amount of money that was offered. - Danish Ace Becomes Youngest Poker Champ
A 22-year-old Danish poker professional won the World Series of Poker early Tuesday, turning a wheel straight on the last hand to become the youngest champion in the history of the no-limit Texas Hold ‘em main event. - Carlin Honored With Mark Twain Prize
The late comedian George Carlin - famous for those “Seven Words You Can Never Say on TV” - was honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, the only award he saw as a legitimate comedy prize. - Britney’s Son Released From Hospital
The youngest son of Britney Spears and Kevin Federline has been released from the hospital after being treated for some kind of reaction. - Conductor Bails Out Of Buckingham Bash
Plans for Italian conductor Riccardo Muti to perform at Buckingham Palace for Prince Charles’ 60th birthday party have collapsed. - Rockettes Take Holiday Show On The Road
The Rockettes - the world-famous precision dance troupe that has entertained audiences at New York’s Radio City Music Hall for 76 years - are bringing their flashy high kicks and precision tapping to arenas for the first time. - Will Obama Girls Be On “Hannah Montana”?
Billy Ray Cyrus extended an invite, and Disney says the door is open. Stay tuned! - Swift, Hank Jr. Are Big BMI Winners
Taylor Swift’s “Teardrops On My Guitar” won country song of the year, and Hank Williams Jr. was honored as a music icon during the 56th Annual BMI Country Awards. - Aniston: What Jolie Did Was “Uncool”
Jennifer Aniston says Angelina Jolie was out of line when she spilled details about her relationship with Brad Pitt on the set of “Mr. & Mrs. Smith.” - Greene’s “Dancing” Run Ends
Maurice Greene won’t be running around the “Dancing with the Stars” ballroom anymore. - Abdul Fan Found Dead Near Star’s L.A. Home
Police in Los Angeles say a fan of “American Idol” judge Paula Abdul has been found dead in a car near a home belonging to Abdul. - “Dynasty” Diva Joan Collins: An ’80s Icon
Actress Joan Collins, who played Alexis Carrington, John Forsythe’s vindictive ex-wife on “Dynasty,” helped to set the bar when it came to malicious scheming, cat-fighting and starting fashion trends. - Beyonce Joins Diva Lineup At AMA Awards
This year’s American Music Awards will be diva-heavy, with Beyonce topping the list that also includes Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys, Taylor Swift and Rihanna. - Cafe Tacuba Leads Latin Grammy Hopefuls
With an eclectic slate of stars - led by Mexican alternative rock group Cafe Tacuba and Colombian rocker Juanes vying for top honors - the Latin Grammys were making their Houston debut Thursday by showcasing the diversity of Latin music. - Michael Jackson Parts With Neverland
Michael Jackson has given up title to his Neverland ranch, transferring the deed to a company he partly controls. - Hathaway’s Ex Pans Accommodations
Italian con man Raffaello Follieri, who went from dating actress Anne Hathaway to serving a prison term for fraud, isn’t enjoying the “unspeakably unsanitary” conditions at a federal jail in Brooklyn. - Chesney CMA Entertainer Of Year … Again!
Kenny Chesney won his fourth entertainer of the year award and George Strait became the most-honored artist in the history of the Country Music Association Awards. - ’90s Talk Shows Pushed The Envelope
For some it may be hard to imagine what daytime TV would have been like without the presence of tabloid talk shows like Jerry Springer, Montell Williams, Ricki Lake and Maury Povich. - Style. Bond Style.
When it comes to fashion, few would argue that 007 is anything less than a 10. - “Eden” A Study Of Marriage In Crisis
A working class couple struggles with their relationship on the eve of their 10th anniversary. - Kanye: “I’m The Voice Of This Generation”
Kanye West is to music what Michael Jordan was to basketball - at least that’s what West thinks, in his humble estimation. - Behind The Scenes: A Royal Birthday Bash
Celebrations marked the 60th birthday of HRH Prince Charles. - Designer Convicted Of Sexual Assault
An up-and-coming fashion designer who has worked with A-list celebrities was convicted of sexually assaulting seven girls and women, some of them aspiring models lured to Los Angeles with promises of jobs and stays at luxury hotels. - Costner: Music Brings Out The Real Me
He’s played Wyatt Earp, Robin Hood and Eliot Ness in the movies, but Kevin Costner says his most natural gig is playing music with his band. - Buzz Briefs: Helio Castroneves, Lil Wayne
Race car driver Helio Castroneves asks judge to put the breaks on March trial. Lil Wayne a fantasy football fan. Emma Thompson wishes she were at Buckingham birthday bash. NAACP Image Awards to honor Gore, Maathai. - Juanes Sweeps At Latin Grammys
On a night when the theme of change and cultural fusion echoed in lyrics, performances and acceptance speeches, a Colombian rocker who’s become a voice for social issues walked away as king of the Latin Grammys. - Hudson Thanks Fans & OKs Gap Ad
Jennifer Hudson is thanking fans for their support during her recent tragedy. - Busboy Steamed At Timberlake’s Restaurant
A busboy is suing Justin Timberlake, saying the pop star’s Manhattan barbecue joint didn’t pay him a legal wage. - Prince Charles: Future King, Or Not?
There’s renewed focus on his future, now that he’s turned 60. The Early Show Saturday Edition’s Chris Wragge spoke to a veteran royals-watcher about it. - Second Cup Cafe: Boz Scaggs
Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and guitarist Boz Scaggs stopped by The Early Show’s “Second Cup Caf ” to sing songs from his latest album, “Speak Low,” a collection of his favorite standards. - Anti-Fur Activists Pelt Lohan With Flour
Animal rights activists showered actress Lindsay Lohan with flour upon her arrival at a Paris nightclub wearing a fur stole. - “Quantum Of Solace”: Cutting To The Chase
They don’t make chase scenes like they used to, which is not entirely a good thing, in the view of our critic David Edelstein. - Dennis Hopper’s Not-So-Easy Ride
It was a motorcycle that lifted a young actor-director with a reputation for trouble to movie stardom back in 1969. And despite many ups and downs since then, Dennis Hopper is still a name to be reckoned with. Rita Braver pays him a visit.
