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MICKY DOLENZ IN LATEST CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY

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Micky Dolenz As he ramps up for a series of Canadian-dates with fellow-Monkee Peter Tork, Monkee-lead singer and drummer Micky Dolenz, will participate February 7, in the latest edition of Celebrity Autobiography, with John Cho, Janeane Garofalo, Debbie (Blondie) Harry, Eugene Pack, Dayle Reyfel, Jennifer Tilly and Steven Weber, in San Francisco at Marines Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter Street). Celebrity Autobiography in the on-going experience, where the audience hears and sees the actual words of celebrity memoirs acted out live onstage. This year’s newly crafted edition covers celeb confessions and excerpts ranging from sex, fitness, food, and career...lifted word for word from hard to believe they wrote them autobiographies.

ADAM LAMBERT GIVES FANS NEW ALBUM BIRTHDAY GIFT

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**** THE GLORIOUS CORNER Story By: G. H. HARDING   **** Adam Lambert ADAM LAMBERT BIRTHDAY GIFT --- American Idol-star Adam Lambert decided to turn the tables and give his fans (Glamberts) a gift they'll never forget: his new album! Newly-signed to Warner Brothers, his new album (his third and first in three years) will be titled Original High, and the first single from the album will be released in April. Adam also revealed that the producer of the album is Max Martin, who so successfully twirled the dials on his debut album.   REGIS ON LATE LATE SHOW --- Regis Philbin, whose been missing from the TV airwaves since he was unceremoniously dumped by Disney/ABC’s Bob Iger in November of 2011, returned this week to guest host 2 nights of The Late, Late Show this week … and, was fabulous. Though somewhat more reserved than he was during his ABC time, and his famous mop of hair now fully gray, he though had a bevy of terrific guests (Dav

JULIANNE HOUGH SHOPS TILL SHE DROPS IN THE HILLS

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Julianne Hough Julianne Hough was spotted out shopping with friends in Beverly Hills, California today. The superstar was all smiles for our roving cameras. Photo By: John Misa/MediaPunch

DIANA ROSS ANNOUNCES NINE SHOWS AT VENETIAN

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**** SUPREME CONCERTS **** Diana Ross In Concert LAS VEGAS – AEG Live and The Venetian Las Vegas announced a special nine-show engagement at The Venetian Theatre with world-renowned legend Diana Ross. The Essential Diana Ross: Some Memories Never Fade will perform April 1-18, 2015. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 30, at 10 a.m. Diana Ross’ famed and remarkable career spanning almost five decades has included major awards and accolades, and music history milestones. One of the most prominent women in popular music history, Ross is inarguably a consummate performer and significant contributor to the world of pop culture music in the late 20th century. The legendary singer will perform nine show dates: April 1, 3, 4, 8, 10, 11, 15, 17, and 18 “Las Vegas attracts the biggest names in the world, so it is only fitting that one of the most remarkable entertainers of all time brings her talent to a uniquely intimate stage,” said John Nelson, senior

WHY SO SERIOUS ABOUT MARVEL'S FANTASTIC FOUR

**** THE GLORIOUS CORNER Story By: G. H. HARDING **** Fantastic Four SIX FEET VIRTUOSO --- Funny, as I had just watched the amazing finale of HBO’s Six Feet Under (from 2005) the other day and today comes word that the cablenet has given the greenlight to a pilot for Virtuoso, a period drama about musical prodigies from Six Feet Under/True Blood creator Alan Ball, and Elton John and David Furnish. Set in 18th century Vienna, the series follows a class of musicians from all across Europe at the prestigious Academy of Musical Excellence. The pilot teleplay is written by Ball, and Peter Macdissi (who worked on Six Feet Under and True Blood). Production on the Virtuoso pilot begins this spring in Budapest. WHY SO SERIOUS FANTASTIC FOUR --- As a fan of the first two Fantastic Four movies, yes, based on yet another Marvel-comic creation, I was surprised when plans were announced last year to re-boot the franchise. Though many criticize

STARS IN GOLD AT SCREEN ACTOR'S GUILD AWARDS

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**** STARS IN DIAMONDS AND GOLD **** Jennifer Aniston It was Diamonds and Gold at The Screen Actor's Guild Awards in Beverly Hills, California the other evening.The stars really LoveGold . Edie Falco in Fred Leighton Victorian Gold and garnet pendant earrings, 19th Century Gold snake bangle and 19th Century Gold and garnet bangle Jennifer Aniston in Fred Leighton Gold bracelets and Gold Amrit Jewelry Chain Kelly Osbourne in Dana Rebecca Gold earrings, bangles and rings Maggie Gyllenhaal Maggie Gyllenhaal in Fred Leighton Victorian Gold pendant earrings and 1940’s Gold, peridot and diamond ring Meryl Streep in Fred Leighton 18k Gold modernist pendant earrings Natasha Lyonne in Fred Leighton Art Deco diamond earrings in rose and white Gold, 1970’s Gold and diamond Modernist bangle, 1940’s Gold anvil bracelet, black enamel and diamond ring in Gold Patricia Arquette Patricia Arquette in Fred Leigh

THEATER FOR THE NEW CITY PRESENTS KAFKA'S QUEST

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**** Yiddish Theater **** Kafka's Quest NEW YORK -- "Kafka's Quest, a.k.a. Kafka/Samsa" is a quasi-realistic play by the late playwright Lu Hauser that imagines the family life of Gregor Samsa, the tragic victim of Kafka's "Metamorphosis ," and his friendship with an historic Yiddish Theater actor and actress in Prague, prior to the events of the famed novella. Set in Prague in 1912, it portrays Gregor Samsa (the name Kafka personified himself with in the book) as torn between his father, who wants to keep him on the straight and narrow with a full time job, and his friendship with artists of the Yiddish Theater, who want him to join and write for them. His father’s bankruptcy forces Gregor to become the breadwinner of the family, which has been forced to take in two mysterious lodgers to make ends meet. The back and forth between the two poles of Gregor's life will culminate in "The Metamorphosis." Theater for the New

COBIE SMULDERS COOKS IT @ SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL

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Cobie Smulders The ChefDance Media Lounge – sponsored by Tim Hortons Café & Bake Shop - kicked off day four of the Sundance Film Festival on Monday, January 26, hosting cast interviews with Sundance films including: · "Digging for Fire" directed by Joe Swanberg, starring Jake Johnson, Brie Larsen and Rosemarie Dewitt · "Brooklyn" directed by John Crowley, starring Emory Cohen · "Call Me Lucky" starring Bobcath Goldthwait · "Advantageous" starring directed by, Jennifer Phang starring Ken Jeong, Jacqueline Kim Ron Livingston stopped by the space to watch the “Digging for Fire” cast interview, taking time aside to catch up with “Drinking Buddies” castmate Jake Johnson. Brooklyn Decker was also spotted stopping by the space and grabbing a cup of Tim Hortons coffee. The ChefDance Dinner Series – sponsored by Freixenet Spanish Cava and Anchor Distilling – returned its fourth day

KEVIN COSTNER TALKS RACE AND WHAT HE UNLEARNED

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**** BLACK OR WHITE **** Kevin Costner Growing up in Compton, Calif., Kevin Costner learned a few things about race — and some of those things, he made a conscious effort to unlearn. He talked to MOM.ME recently in a great interview. The 60-year-old actor and father stars in and produced "Black or White," a PG-13 film about a grandfather who is suddenly left to care for his biracial granddaughter. When her paternal grandmother, played by Octavia Spencer, wants custody, the little girl is torn between two families. Not only that, but racial tensions come into play, and let's just say that things get harsh. "I was around these issues, and extended family—and how everyone talked. I no longer talk that way," Costner reveals to mom.me. "That was just the way you grew up. [But] I don’t think that, and my children know nothing about that." As a father, how have you talked to your own children about race? I

IMAGINE DRAGONS LISTENING PARTY AT COSMOPOLITAN

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 Imagine Dragons Imagine Dragons were snapped at a listening party at The Cosmopolitan for the Smoke and Mirrors album with Q&A by Tim Cantor who did the album artwork; followed by a dinner with the band and Q&A session at the Hard Rock Cafe on The Strip. Photo By: Erik Kabik / Retna Ltd.

PIA ZADORA AT YARDBIRD SOUTHERN TABLE OPENING

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Pia Zadora Pia Zadora strikes a pose at the Grand Opening of Yardbird Southern Table & Bar at The Venetian in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo By: Erik Kabik Photography/ Retna Ltd

NICK CANNON AND AMBER ROSE AT DRAI'S NIGHTCLUB

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Amber Rose Nick Cannon Nick Cannon performed a DJ set at Drai's Nightclub at The Cromwell in Las Vegas, Nevada the other night. Amber Rose was there looking stunning. Photos By: Erik Kabik Photography/ Retna Ltd.

NEW YORK CITY MISSION SOCIETY FETE IN PALM BEACH

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**** CHAMPIONS FOR CHILDREN GALA KICK OFF  Photos By: Annie Watt **** Martin And Jean Shafiroff With Mary And Mandy Ourisman Allegra And Cole Rumbough Oscar  Plotkin Sharon Bush Ambassador Mary Ourismanand Mr. Mandell Ourisman held a cocktail reception that was co-chaired by Jean Shafiroff and Stanley H. Rumbough recently at their home in Palm Beach, FL, which honored New York City Mission Society and kicked-off the annual Champions for Children Gala, that will be held in New York on April 1st. The two-century-old nonprofit, the oldest in New York, provides programs and services that help break the cycle of poverty for New York’s children, youth and families. As a young bride, actress and Palm Beach socialite, Dina Merrill Hartley, was told by her mother-in-law, Elizabeth Colgate, “Every bride needs a charity,” and thus began her long-time support of New York City Mission Society. The party was co-chaired by philanthropist Jea

FRANK THE MAN THE MUSIC AT LAS VEGAS VENETIAN

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Johnny Galecki And Cote de Pablo Bob Anderson Johnny Galecki, Alison Sweeney, Laurie Metcalf, Questlove and more celebrate the opening of Yardbird Southern Table & Bar and ‘FRANK - The Man. The Music.’ at The Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas The stars shone brightly this weekend at The Venetian and Palazzo Las Vegas as Big Bang Theory’s Johnny Galecki, actress and Biggest Loser reality show host Alison Sweeney, The McCarthy’s and famous for her role as Jackie Harris in Roseanne, Laurie Metcalf, drummer, D.J., journalist and producer Questlove, NCIS alum Cote de Pablo and more attended the opening of Yardbird Southern Table and Bar and FRANK - The Man. The Music.

HUGH JACKMAN LIGHTS THE EMPIRE STATE BUILDING

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Hugh Jackman Hugh Jackman lit The Empire State Building recently, to celebrate Australia Day in New York City. Photo By: Diego Corredor/MediaPunch

ASHLEY BENSON @ GIRLFRIENDS BACHELORETTE PARTY

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Ashley Benson And Marianne McKinney Ashley Benson was spotted at TAO Saturday night celebrating the bachelorette party of a girlfriend. The Pretty Little Liars star and a group of friends that included actress Francia Raisa from The Secret Life of The American Teenager dined on a selection of signature dishes at the Asian bistro. Singer JoJo, who was also dining at TAO with friends stopped by to say hello to the table. After dinner Benson and friends made their way up to the nightclub where they danced the night away to the sounds of DJ Justin Credible. Photo Courtesy Of: Al Powers

SUNDANCE CELEBRITIES FOR L.A. CHILDRENS HOSPITAL

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Melissa Rauch Jeffrey Tambor Jack Black Variety Studio at Sundance Film Festival, brought out the celebrities. Jason Sudeikis, Jack Black, Adam Scott and Kid Cudi stopped by the studio to sign Speck cases that will be auctioned to benefit Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Photos Courtesy Of: Mighty PR

STARS IN DIAMONDS @ ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY PARTY

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**** DIAMONDS ARE A STARS BEST FRIEND **** ​​ Laverne Cox Entertainment Weekly's celebration honoring the 2015 SAG awards nominees at THE Chateau Marmont on yesterday in Los Angeles, California ​​WHO: Actress Laverne Cox (Orange is the New Black) GET ​​THE LOOK · Forevermark Exceptional Diamond Jewelry by Rahaminov 55.26 ctw Diamond Necklace with Round Brilliant Forevermark Diamonds set in Platinum · Forevermark by Natalie K The Center of My Universe™ Bracelets with Round Brilliant Forevermark Diamonds set in 18k White Gold · Forevermark Chandelier Earrings with Round Brilliant Forevermark Diamonds set in 18k white Gold · Forevermark Diamond Bracelet with Round Brilliant Forevermark Diamonds set in 18k White Gold · Forevermark Pave Oval Ring with Round Brilliant Forevermark Diamonds set in 18k White Gold Sophie McShera WHO: Actress Sophie McShera (Do

DYNASTY CAST REUNION ON HALLMARK'S HOME & FAMILY

The Dynasty Reunion On Monday, Home & Family (1.26.15) hosts a special Dynasty reunion with Pamela Sue Martin (Fallon Carrington), John James (Jeff Colby), Al Corley (Steven Carrington), Gordon Thomson (Adam Carrington) and Pamela Bellwood (Claudia Blaisdel Carrington). There was also a special segment on Nolan Miller’s dresses and a tribute to John Forsythe. This special Dynasty reunion continues “Home & Family” recent run of reunion episodes paying tribute to some of TV’s greatest series including “Knots Landing,” “The Love Boat” and “Happy Days.” “Home & Family” airs each weekday on Hallmark Channel at 10 am ET/PT.

CHEF DANCE DINNER SERIES AT SUNDANCE FESTIVAL

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**** DINING AT SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL **** Chris Pine Robert Redford James Marsden And Chef Parind Vora The ChefDance Media Lounge welcomed day two of the Sundance Film Festival on Saturday, January 24, hosting top tier-casts at the Tim Hortons Café & Bake Shop and the Indiegogo Lounge, where live-streaming interviews were conducted with Sundance films including: "A Walk In The Woods" starring Robert Redford “Z For Zachariah" starring Chris Pine, Margot Robbie and Chiwetel Ejiofor “The Overnight ” starring Adam Scott, Jason Schwartzman and Judith Godreche​​ "Knock Knock" starring Keanu Reeves, with director Eli Roth. “Glassland" starring Toni Collette “The Bronze" starring Gary Cole, Melissa Rauch, Winston Rauch, Bryan Buckley, Thomas Middleditch and Haley Lu "99 Homes" Starring Michael Shannon “Animals" starring Jay Duplass, Mark Duplass, Phil Matarese and Mike Luciano

TAO KICKS OFF SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL IN UTAH

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Kellan Lutz At Sundance Zachary Quinto With Zoe Kravitz Elyx presents TAO Nightclub at Sundance kicked off their weekend long party at The Village at the Lift in Park City tonight. The exclusive annual pop-up nightclub was filled with celebrities and VIPs such as Kellan Lutz, Zoe Kravitz, Keanu Reeves, David Arquette and more. Guests listed to the sounds of DJ Vice, drank cocktails from Elyx and refreshments from Redbull. Chris Pine, Kellan Lutz, Zoe Kravitz, Zachary Quinto, and Danny Masterson arrived together with friends and danced the night away singing along to the songs that DJ Vice played. The crowd went especially wild when Jermaine Dupri made a special cameo to join Vice in the DJ booth. James Marsden enjoyed the party with friends and David Arquette walked around and mingled with the crowd. Keanu Reeves arrived with Eli Roth, both of whom were premiering their movie, “Knock Knock” at the Sundance Film Festival. Skrillex joined the party late night a

JOE FRANKLIN'S FINAL 'WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE'

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**** THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES Story By:James Edstrom **** Joe Franklin And Producer Steve Garrin New York City Legend Joe Franklin has taken his final " Walk Down Memory Lane ". New York City legend Joe Franklin, was the pioneering Radio and TV personality nicknamed King of Nostalgia and credited with creating the modern-day talk show, died Saturday. The star was 88. I am going to miss Joe. I grew up watching him on late night television on WOR. Very early in my career, he would show up to my parties at Limelight, Roxy, Webster Hall and so many other NYC hotspots. Joe loved to go out. One minute he would be at some fancy high class event, then a hour later he would be at a dingy club, and no matter where the event was, Joe was there to talk. That's what Joe did, he talked. For some reason, Joe never remembered my name. He knew my face right away, would come over and kiss me, but he always forgot my name.  We were neighbors for years in

JEAN SHAFIROFF & ANNE HATHAWAY 'SONG ONE' FETE

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**** HOLLYWOOD NEW YORK STYLE **** Jean Shafiroff And Anne Hathaway Penelope Ann Miller And Illiana Douglas Peter Mark Richman And Sally Kirkland Alina Buscau And Nikolette Noel Jean Shafiroff And Nastassja Kinski Stephanie And Gary Busey Kate Barker-Froyland And Thomas Froyland Jean Shafiroff And Lionel Richie Noted philanthropist Jean Shafiroff hosted a screening and dinner in celebration of the film Song One and in recognition of The New York Women’s Foundation in California. Guests gathered at the CAA Screening Room in Los Angeles from 7.15pm for a special screening of Song One, where the film’s writer and director Kate Barker-Froyland and lead actress Anne Hathaway welcomed the audience. The screening was followed by a private seated dinner from 9:00pm at the new Palm Restaurant Beverly Hills. Singer Lionel Richie, made a surprise appearance at the restaurant and was approached for selfies by Song One star