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Sitcom actresses juggle family, careers

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 23:29:20 -0700

Reuters - There are now more high-profile roles for women in primetime comedies than at any time since perhaps the 1970s heyday of "Mary Tyler Moore," "Maude" and "Laverne & Shirley."

'Chuck' Returning To NBC For New Season

Mon, 18 May 2009 16:27:55 -0700

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- "Chuck" star Zachary Levi has a new mission - another season with NBC.

The computer geek-turned-super spy comedy will return to the schedule with 13 new episodes next fall, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Applegate, Pattinson & First Lady Michelle Obama Among People's 'Most Beautiful'

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 09:14:55 -0700

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- People released its annual "Most Beautiful" issue on Wednesday, which includes 100 of the most stunning people from the worlds of film, television, music and politics.

Christina Applegate, 37, who graces the cover of the annual "Most Beautiful" issue, told the mag that her battle with breast cancer has given her a "feeling of purpose," -- along with a new lease on life.

Access Star Sightings: April 4 - 10, 2009

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:13:13 -0700

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Robert Downey Jr.'s star-studded birthday, Samantha Ronson's solo dinner and more -- what all the stars were up to this week, inside.

Amy Poehler: 'Parks And Recreation' Inspired By Obama

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 13:39:26 -0700

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Amy Poehler's new NBC comedy series, "Parks And Recreation," has been shrouded in secrecy. But now, the former "SNL" star revealed to GQ magazine that President Obama has helped shape the mockumentary style comedy.

Access Star Sightings: March 7 - 13, 2009

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:41:49 -0700

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Zac and Vanessa spend a romantic evening in Malibu... Justin and Jessica grab gelato... and Chris Brown makes a solo appearance at the gym. What all the stars were up to this week -- inside!

Tina Fey & Robert Downey Jr. To Team Up As Movie 'Master Minds'?

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:58:31 -0800

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Tina Fey and Robert Downey Jr. could be teaming up to "Master" the big screen.

The stars are currently in talks to lend their voices as the stars of DreamWorks' new superhero film, "Master Mind," according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Amy Poehler Debuts 'Parks And Recreation' Spot During Super Bowl

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:17:02 -0800

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Former "Saturday Night Live" star Amy Poehler gave fans a glimpse into her new NBC show, "Parks And Recreation," Sunday night during the Super Bowl.

Amy plays Leslie Knope, an employee of the Pawnee Indiana Parks Department, who said she is taking a cue from President Barack Obama.

"Our new President has committed to changing America, and I've committed to changing this abandoned pit into a beautiful park," Amy's character said while picking up trash at the bottom of an abandoned construction site.

Katie Holmes To Present At SAG Awards

Sat, 24 Jan 2009 10:52:49 -0800

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Katie Holmes will be presenting at the SAG Awards this Sunday, Access Hollywood has learned.

Fresh off her debut Broadway run in "All My Sons," the actress will take the stage to present an award in an acting category, as will Emily Blunt, Claire Danes, Ralph Fiennes, Kristin Scott Thomas and Marisa Tomei.

Amy Poehler's B-Day Gift to Ellen? Bubble Wrap!

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 10:37:26 -0800

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