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Oprah confirms show will end in 2011
Oprah Winfrey held back tears as she told a live studio audience that her colossal hit show will end in 2011 after a 25-year run.
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'New Moon' breaks midnight record at box office
Summit Entertainment estimated Friday that it earned US$26.3 million after opening early in the morning.
Jiri Jelinek joins National Ballet as principal dancer
Jiri Jelinek will join the National Ballet as a principal dancer in January, artistic director Karen Kain announced Friday.
Britney Spears' ex-boyfriend sentenced to 45 days in jail
Britney Spears' ex-boyfriend Adnan Ghalib is being sent to jail for 45 days for leaving the scene of an accident.
Neil Peart to record version of 'Hockey Theme' for TSN
The legendary drummer will be following Simple Plan and the Barenaked Ladies, who also recorded reinterpretations of the iconic song.
Miley Cyrus tour bus overturns; star not aboard
Virginia State Police say one person was killed when a tour bus belonging to Miley Cyrus overturned, but the 16-year-old "Hannah Montana" star was not on board.
Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert ready for AMA stage
Jennifer Lopez plans to include fireworks and an on-stage costume change in her performance at the AMA's.
Nico and Natalli get on stage with Janet Jackson
For most dancers, performing with Janet Jackson is at the top of their list of ultimate dream jobs, but for Nico Archambault and finalist Natalli Reznik, it's a dream come true.
Army fears anti-Obama politics at Palin event
The U.S. Army plans to prevent media from covering Sarah Palin's appearance at Fort Bragg, fearing the event will turn into political grandstanding.
Top South Korean model found hanged in her apartment
Daul Kim, a 20-year-old top South Korean model who was a fashion week regular in New York, Milan and Paris, has been found hanged in her Paris apartment.
Bullock in New Orleans for 'Blind Side' showing
Wearing a floor-length pastel striped evening gown, Sandra Bullock walked the red carpet in New Orleans Thursday for a special premiere of her latest film, "The Blind Side."
Radio City Christmas Spectacular needs a little magic to make it sing
Like a shiny toboggan wedged on wet snow, the Radio City Christmas Spectacular needs a little push.
'2012' a home run with patriotic fans in China
When the apocalypse comes, China will save the world. Or at least that's how Chinese audiences are interpreting "2012," Hollywood's latest blockbuster disaster movie.
Klum returns to runway at Victoria's Secret show
Heidi Klum and her post-baby body led the parade at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show, which returned to New York with some fresh faces after four years on the road.
REVIEW: 'Precious' offers a journey from despair to hope
Lee Daniels goes for the emotional jugular in "Precious," a tough, inspiring tale about one Harlem teen's journey from despair to hope.
REVIEW: 'Bad Lieutenant' returns in a sequel with wildness intact
It's post-Katrina New Orleans and there are snakes in the water -- none bigger than Terence McDonagh.
REVIEW: 'Planet 51' proves unable to support life
It's been a big year for animation, with a great variety of styles. The best you can say of the sci-fi comedy "Planet 51" is that, it too is animated.
REVIEW: True-story sports flick 'Blind Side' focuses on feel-good
The redemption-minded sports flick "The Blind Side" serves its inspiration straight-up with no twist.
James Caan files for divorce from wife of 14 years
James Caan is seeking a divorce from his wife of 14 years. Court records in Los Angeles show "The Godfather" actor filed for divorce Friday.
Kate Moss criticized over her skinny-is-good remark
Campaigners against eating disorders criticized Kate Moss after the supermodel cited as her motto a phrase used on pro-anorexia websites: 'nothing tastes as good as skinny feels.'
Janet Jackson: Michael in denial over drug problem
Janet Jackson says she recognized her brother Michael's drug problem, and tried to help him, but that he rebuffed those attempts to intervene..
Michael Moore's 'Capitalism' snubbed by Oscar longlist
Of the 89 documentary films eligible for Oscar consideration this year, 15 were selected for a short list of potential nominees. And Michael Moore's "Capitalism: A Love Story" wasn't one of them.
Norah Jones experiments with guitars and grooves
Norah Jones' fourth studio CD, "The Fall," out this week, features gritty guitar riffs instead of piano chords and delivers a darker, groove-based sound.
Reitman documents his promotion of 'Up in the Air'
It's a view rarely offered, but Jason Reitman, the director of "Juno" and "Thank You for Smoking," has spent much of October and November promoting his new film, "Up in the Air," and producing a documenting about the process.
Chaz Bono says sex change is 'best decision'
Chaz Bono says beginning the sex-change process to turn him from a woman to a man is "the best decision I've ever made."
2 sites selling Beatles songs to remain shut down
Two websites that sold songs by The Beatles for 25 cents apiece should remain shut down indefinitely, a U.S. federal judge ruled.
'Simpsons' character contest winner is the Bomba
Ricardo Bomba is joining "The Simpsons," after a woman named Peggy Black won a contest to create a character for Fox's long-running animated series, the network said.
Heart-healthy vegetarian bean soup can be made ahead and reheated
This is a quick vegetarian minestrone soup that is full of healthy beans. Freeze leftovers for another meal, but be aware that the pasta will soak up the liquid.
Buying holiday gifts year-round helps ease the December crunch
For some, the day after Christmas marks the beginning of the next holiday shopping season.
Nicole Richie hospitalized for pneumonia
Nicole Richie has been admitted to a Los Angeles hospital and is being treated for pneumonia. Her representative says she's doing well.
'Meatballs' still 'a classic':Jack Blum, a.k.a. Spaz
"Meatballs" still has a lot of beef. Thirty years after the Canadian summer-camp film starring Bill Murray stormed the box office, teens still seem charmed by its motley crew of misfits.
Depp wins 2nd 'Sexiest Man Alive' title from People mag
People magazine has named Johnny Depp its "Sexiest Man Alive" for the second time. The actor also won in 2003.
Assault charge against Black Eyed Peas manager dropped
Black Eyed Peas manager Liborio (Polo) Molina no longer faces an assault charge in connection with a fight with celebrity blogger Perez Hilton outside a Toronto nightclub last summer.
'Uncharted 2,' 'Arkham Asylum' lead noms for Video Game Awards
"Uncharted 2: Among Thieves" has seized a leading eight nominations for this year's Video Game Awards, Spike TV announced Wednesday.
Taylor Swift to create a line of greeting cards
Fresh off her triumph at the Country Music Association Awards, Taylor Swift has netted a deal with American Greetings Corp. to create a line of greeting cards.
Ex-Kiss drummer talks about surviving breast cancer
Former Kiss drummer Peter Criss is speaking out about his own breast cancer diagnosis two years ago in an effort to encourage other men to get tested for the disease if they think something is amiss.
Nicolas Cage visits Kenyan jail to talk to pirates
Film star Nicolas Cage has visited a Kenyan prison holding suspected Somali pirates awaiting trial to highlight the problem of piracy in the Indian Ocean as a UN Goodwill Ambassador.
Entertainment law firm sues Rod Stewart for $3.3M
Prominent entertainment law firm Glaser, Weil, Fink, Jacobs, Howard & Shapiro is suing singer Rod Stewart for $3.3 million in legal fees it claims he owes.
Model dancer booted off 'Dancing With the Stars'
Model Joanna Krupa was eliminated from the hit dance competition "Dancing with the Stars" on Tuesday night, leaving three contestants vying for the show's coveted mirrorball trophy.
Andrew Lloyd Webber hospitalized after cancer surgery
Andrew Lloyd Webber has been readmitted to hospital after developing an infection following surgery for prostate cancer, a statement on his Web site said Wednesday.
Siblin misses out on GG award, but wins two Que. prizes
The same day he was passed over for a Governor General's Award, Eric Siblin won two Quebec Writers' Federation prizes for his non-fiction Bach book "The Cello Suites."
Elton John says he's back on his feet after illness
Before his appearance at his annual AIDS benefit Monday, Elton John said he's back on his feet after being sidelined for the flu and an E. coli bacterial infection.
Prosecutors reviewing Tyson scuffle with photographer
Prosecutors have begun investigating whether to charge ex-heavyweight champion Mike Tyson and a photographer for a scuffle at Los Angeles International Airport on Nov. 11.
Stars enjoy more bite in 'Twilight Saga: New Moon'
"New Moon" co-stars Christopher Heyerdahl and Bronson Pelletier dig into the souped-up, CGI action of this "Twilight" sequel.
Tila Tequila seeks $1.5M in civil suit against Merriman
Reality TV star Tila Tequila is seeking $1.5 million in damages in a lawsuit against San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman alleging domestic violence during an incident at the football player's home in September.
Jackson's 'Moonwalk' glove on auction block in N.Y.
The rhinestone-studded glove Michael Jackson wore for the Motown 25th anniversary show in 1983 is expected to be the star of the show Saturday at a pop music auction in New York.
'Blair Witch' town hopes new signs will deter thieves
The small Maryland town where "The Blair Witch Project" was set has some new welcome signs, which local officials hope will deter thieves who have taken souvenirs from the town since the film opened in 1999.
Zhang considering war drama, romance as next project
Looking for a new project after finishing a comedy, Chinese director Zhang Yimou is considering adaptations of novels set against China's Cultural Revolution and the Japanese invasion in World War II, his assistant said Wednesday.
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| This Week | Last Week | Title | Weekend Gross | Total Gross |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | 2012 | $65237614 | $65237614 |
| 2 | 1 | Disney's A Christmas Carol | $22308913 | $63272757 |
| 3 | 12 | Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire | $5874628 | $8699180 |
| 4 | 3 | The Men Who Stare at Goats | $5861753 | $23038050 |
| 5 | 2 | Michael Jackson's This Is It | $5078920 | $67190296 |
| 6 | 4 | The Fourth Kind | $4605365 | $20449660 |
| 7 | 7 | Couples Retreat | $4164940 | $102045330 |
| 8 | 5 | Paranormal Activity | $4043417 | $103690184 |
| 9 | 8 | Law Abiding Citizen | $3796327 | $67190452 |
| 10 | 6 | The Box | $3158368 | $13179622 |
| 11 | - | Pirate Radio | $2904380 | $2904380 |
| 12 | 9 | Where the Wild Things Are | $2418140 | $73440413 |
| 13 | 10 | Astro Boy | $1702946 | $17965336 |
| 14 | 21 | The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day | $1033639 | $2495119 |
| 15 | 13 | Amelia | $923785 | $13143512 |
| 16 | 14 | The Stepfather | $836327 | $28802131 |
| 17 | 19 | An Education | $661901 | $3218225 |
| 18 | 18 | A Serious Man | $657125 | $6834722 |
| 19 | 20 | Zombieland | $475124 | $74542128 |
| 20 | 11 | Saw VI | $449512 | $27445118 |
Canadian
| This Week | Last Week | Title | Weekend Gross | Total Gross |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | 2012 | $5463820 | $5463820 |
| 2 | 1 | Disney's A Christmas Carol | $2236725 | $5953314 |
| 3 | 3 | The Men Who Stare at Goats | $659238 | $2437932 |
| 4 | 5 | Law Abiding Citizen | $570115 | $8575521 |
| 5 | 2 | Michael Jackson's This Is It | $525289 | $6372260 |
| 6 | 4 | Paranormal Activity | $516466 | $5940696 |
| 7 | 7 | Couples Retreat | $372546 | $10149730 |
| 8 | 6 | The Fourth Kind | $286740 | $1184179 |
| 9 | - | Pirate Radio | $274049 | $274049 |
| 10 | 8 | The Box | $221486 | $944184 |
Hedley & Cory Monteith on MOD!
Hello, everyone! My name is Sydney, and I’m one of the new MuchMusic blog correspondents! Yesterday, I got the awesome opportunity to go to MuchMusic HQ for a very special MuchOnDemand with Cory Monteith & Hedley! I, for one, am a huge fan of both Glee & Hedley, so I knew this was gonna be a [...]
The Daily Show with Jon Stewart - November 19, 2009
California rock band Jack's Mannequin performs a song from their new album, "The Glass Passenger."
Coming up on CTV - November 22, 2009
FT takes a look at underwear as outerwear as well as designer uniforms - the never changing outfits worn by the world's top designers. Plus Visible Panty Lines, Yoko Ono and Giogio Armani.
etalk - Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009
The stars studded cast of 'Nine' stop by 'The Oprah Winfrey Show' and tell all.
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