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Oprah Winfrey makes the announcement during a live broadcast of 'The Oprah Winfrey Show' in Chicago Friday, Nov. 20, 2009. (Harpo Productions, Inc. / George Burns)

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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. Full Story   13  

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Fans line up to see 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon' at Scotiabank theatre in downtown Toronto, late Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009.

'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 in Hamlet in this image courtesy Ulrich Beuttenmuller.

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 accepts the ultimate award at the Teen Choice Awards on Sunday Aug. 9, 2009, in Universal City, Calif. (AP / Chris Pizzello)

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.

Members of the group Rush are shown in this undated handout photo.

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 is seen at the Teen Choice Awards in Universal City, Calif., Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009. (AP / Chris Pizzello)

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, far right, rehearses a dance move with backup dancers for her performance in Sunday's 2009 American Music Awards, Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles.

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

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.

'Going Rogue: An American Life,' by Sarah Palin, is shown. (AP / Harper

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.

In this photo taken on Feb. 2, 2009, South Korean model Daul Kim presents at Swarovski S/S Collection in Seoul, South Korea. (AP Photo/Yonhap, Han Mi-hee)

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.

Sandra Bullock greets fans while at a red carpet premiere of her latest film, 'The Blind Side,' New Orleans, Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009.

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."

In this publicity image, the Radio City Rockettes perform the Parade of the Wooden Soldiers in the 'Christmas Spectacular' at Radio City Music Hall in New York on Nov. 10, 2006. (AP / MSG Entertainment, Paul Kolnik)

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.

John Cusack and Morgan Lily in Columbia Pictures' '2012'

'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.

From left, Selita Ebanks, Marisa Miller, Heidi Klum, Doutzen Kroes, and Alessandra Ambrosio appear on the runway together during the finale of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show at the Lexington Armory Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009 in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)

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.

Gabourey 'Gabby' Sidibe in Lionsgate Films' 'Precious'

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.

Nicolas Cage and Eva Mendes in First Look Studios' 'Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans'

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.

A scene from Sony TriStar Pictures' 'Planet 51'

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.

Quinton Aaron in 20th Century Fox's 'The Blind Side'

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.

In this June 10, 2001 file photo, actor James Caan, left, is shown with his wife, Linda Stokes at the opening of Planet Hollywood in Miami Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz, file)

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.

This is a Wednesday, April 1, 2009 file photo of British model Kate Moss as she attends a TOPSHOP TOPMAN flagship store opening party in New York. (AP Photo/Evan Agostini, File)

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 speaks during the auction for the amfAR charity dinner during the fashion week in Milan, Italy, Monday, Sept. 28, 2009. (AP / Antonio Calanni)

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, director of 'Capitalism: A Love Story,' arrives at a screening of the film at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in Beverly Hills, Calif., Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2009. (AP / Chris Pizzello)

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 poses for a portrait at her in-home recording studio in New York, Oct. 14, 2009. (AP Photo / Charles Sykes)

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.

Jason Reitman

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 appears on ABC's 'Good Morning America' in New York, Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009.

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."

The Beatles band members Ringo Starr, right, and Paul McCartney are seen at the launch of The Beatles Rockband Xbox game at the Microsoft Xbox 360 E3 Expo on Monday, June 1, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)

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.

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'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.

Greens, tomatoes and white beans are seen in this Bean Soup photo taken no Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008. (AP / Larry Crowe)

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.

Stephanie Stoughton and her daughter Eva prepare to paint over pottery at 'The Pottery Stop' in Ellicot City, Md. on Oct. 17, 2009. (AP / Avichai Nitzan)

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 arrives at a fashion show for Richies' House of Harlow 1960 jewelry line and Pete Wentz' Clandestine Industries clothing line in Los Angeles on Thursday, June 4, 2009. (AP / Dan Steinberg)

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.

Television personality Larry Solway interviews camp counselor Bill Murray as seen in this Paramount Pictures' Meatballs publicity handout photo. “Meatballs” still has a lot of beef. Thirty years after the Canadian summer-camp film starring Bill Murray stormed the box office, teens are still charmed by its motley crew of misfits. (The Canadian Press/HO/Paramount Pictures)

'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.

Johnny Depp presents Keith Richards with the Rock Immortal award at the 'Scream Awards' on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP / Chris Pizzello)

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.

Black Eyed Peas manager Liborio (Polo) Molina leaves a Toronto court on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2009.

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.

In this video game image released by Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., a scene is shown from 'Uncharted 2: Among Thieves.' (AP / Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.)

'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 is hugged by her band as she reacts to winning 'Entertainer of the Year' award at the 43rd Annual Country Music Awards in Nashville, Tenn. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009. (AP / Josh Anderson)

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.

In this file photo, Peter Criss, founding member of rock group KISS, smiles during an autograph signing for the release of his solo album entitled One for All in New York, on July 24, 2007. (AP Photo/Shiho Fukada, File)

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 and director Werner Herzog pose for photos during the news conference for the movie 'Bad Lieutenant Port of Call New Orleans' at the Toronto International Film Festival on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2009. (Frank Gunn / THE CANADIAN PRESS)

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.

In this file photo, singer Rod Stewart performs at the Clive Davis pre-Grammy party in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Feb. 7, 2009. (AP Photo/Dan Steinberg, file)

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.

In this Monday Nov. 16, 2009 photo provided by the ABC, Joanna Krupa and Derek Hough perform on the set of Dancing with the Stars in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/ABC, Adam Larkey)

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, left, stands with Iranian-born Canadian Ramin Karimloo, right, who plays the Phantom, and Sierra Boggess from U.S., who plays Christine Daae, as they promote his new production 'Love Never Dies' at a theatre in London, Thursday Oct. 8, 2009. (AP / Matt Dunham)

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.

Author Eric Siblin is shown in a handout photo. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Marcie Richstone)

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."

Musician Elton John, right, and his partner David Furnish attend the Elton John AIDS foundation An Enduring Vision benefit, in New York, on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009. (AP Photo/Peter Kramer)

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.

Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson is seen in New York on Monday, April 20, 2009. (AP / Evan Agostini)

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.

B.C. actor Christopher Heyerdahl plays the Volturi vampire Marcus in 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon'

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.

San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman reacts near the end of the Chargers' 27-24 loss in an NFL preseason football game against the Atlanta Falcons at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009. (AP / Dave Martin)

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.

This image released by Julien's Auctions shows Michael Jackson's glove from his 1983 performance of Billie Jean at the Motown 25 television special where he performed the Moonwalk for the first time. (AP Photo/Julien’s Auctions)

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.

The sign at the North entrance of Burkittsville, Maryland on Wednesday, October 25th, 2000. (AP Photo/Bill Ryan)

'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.

In this file photo, Chinese director Zhang Yimou speaks about his work and life during a ceremony honouring him at the Hawaii International Film Festival in Honolulu, on Oct. 19, 2005. (AP Photo/Lucy Pemoni, File)

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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North American

This WeekLast WeekTitleWeekend GrossTotal Gross
1-2012$65237614$65237614
21Disney's A Christmas Carol$22308913$63272757
312Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire$5874628$8699180
43The Men Who Stare at Goats$5861753$23038050
52Michael Jackson's This Is It$5078920$67190296
64The Fourth Kind$4605365$20449660
77Couples Retreat$4164940$102045330
85Paranormal Activity$4043417$103690184
98Law Abiding Citizen$3796327$67190452
106The Box$3158368$13179622
11-Pirate Radio$2904380$2904380
129Where the Wild Things Are$2418140$73440413
1310Astro Boy$1702946$17965336
1421The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day$1033639$2495119
1513Amelia$923785$13143512
1614The Stepfather$836327$28802131
1719An Education$661901$3218225
1818A Serious Man$657125$6834722
1920Zombieland$475124$74542128
2011Saw VI$449512$27445118

Canadian

This WeekLast WeekTitleWeekend GrossTotal Gross
1-2012$5463820$5463820
21Disney's A Christmas Carol$2236725$5953314
33The Men Who Stare at Goats$659238$2437932
45Law Abiding Citizen$570115$8575521
52Michael Jackson's This Is It$525289$6372260
64Paranormal Activity$516466$5940696
77Couples Retreat$372546$10149730
86The Fourth Kind$286740$1184179
9-Pirate Radio$274049$274049
108The Box$221486$944184

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