Access Hollywood - Autism

Article: James Durbin Wonders If He & Chris Jericho Were Cursed By Journey on ‘Idol’ & ‘Dancing’

Fri, 13 May 2011 13:38:27 -0400

Rocker James Durbin was sent home on “American Idol” last night, and he’s already wondering if it had to do with covering Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing,” the song that was also Chris Jericho’s swan song on this season of “Dancing with the Stars.”

Video: ‘Parenthood’ Stars Talk Tackling Tough Topics On The Show

Fri, 06 May 2011 14:58:26 -0400

Monica Potter, Lauren Graham, Peter Krause and others from the cast of NBC’s “Parenthood” chat with Access at the 4th Annual Television Academy Honors about why they feel their show resonates with so many people.

Article: Jenny McCarthy: I’m Single & Dating!

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:25:15 -0400

Following romantic endeavors with Jim Carrey, bodybuilder Jason Toohey and entertainment-sports attorney Paul Krepelka, Jenny McCarthy says now she’s a single lady.

“Yes, I am single,” the actress, mom and autism activist told Billy Bush and Kit Hoover on Monday’s Access Hollywood Live.

Video: Jenny McCarthy Spreads Hope To Parents Of Children With Autism

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 18:40:30 -0400

Jenny McCarthy chats with Access about Generation Rescue, an organization that helps families with children who have autism. Plus, what does Jenny think about John Travolta and Kelly Preston publicly admitting their son, Jett, had autism.

Video: Jenny McCarthy Puts Her Best Foot Forward For Autism Awareness

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 18:56:31 -0400

Jenny McCarthy has been at the forefront of the autism cause since her now 8-year-old son, Evan, was diagnosed as autistic at the age of 2. Now, to celebrate Autism Awareness Month, Jenny is putting her best foot forward to raise money.

Article: Jackson Family Angered Over ‘Idol’ Contender James Durbin’s Pepsi Reference, Singer Says Let It Go

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 15:19:42 -0400

James Durbin isn’t apologizing for making a Michael Jackson reference on stage on “American Idol” on Wednesday night, despite it being characterized as insensitive by family patriarch Joe Jackson.

Video: Toni Braxton Shares Her Son Diezel’s Struggle With Autism

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 18:46:00 -0400

Toni Braxton is a six-time Grammy winner - but in her private life, she hasn’t been so lucky. Toni has filed for bankruptcy twice, dealt with heart disease and now she’s speaking out about her youngest son, Diezel, and his own struggles with autism.

Video: The Final 45 (October 22, 2010)

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 18:04:00 -0400

Last night on Comedy Central, the “Night of Too Many Stars” raised over $3.5 million for autism education — and leave it to George Clooney and Jon Stewart to provide the comic relief!

Article: Holly Robinson Peete: Bret Michaels’ Health Trumps ‘Celebrity Apprentice’ Finale Outcome

Fri, 21 May 2010 14:33:36 -0400

Holly Robinson Peete may be happy to be in this Sunday’s “Celebrity Apprentice” finale – but she told Access Hollywood’s Tony Potts that facing off against health-stricken rocker Bret Michaels will be bittersweet.

“This is the most surreal reality show position ever,” she said. “Who knew back in October when we were taping this that all these things would happen?”

Video: Watch This: NBC’s ‘Parenthood’ (May 11, 2010)

Tue, 11 May 2010 18:41:37 -0400

Asperger’s syndrome, a serious form of autism, is addressed each week on “Parenthood,” but tonight it reaches a crisis point. Access’ Billy Bush was on set as real life dad Peter Krause and the cast shot this very gripping episode.

Article: Jim Carrey & Jenny McCarthy Announce Break-Up On Twitter

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 18:10:28 -0400

Jim Carrey and Jenny McCarthy have split, according to the stars themselves, who both posted news of their break up on their respective Twitter accounts on Tuesday afternoon.

Video: Rosie O’Donnell On ‘A Mother’s Courage’ & Returning To Daytime TV

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 13:29:12 -0400

At the NYC premiere of “A Mother’s Courage: Talking Back To Autism,” Rosie explains how she thinks this film captures a “miracle.” She also discusses her return to daytime TV, but does she view Sarah Palin’s possible talk show as worthy competition?

Article: Rosie O’Donnell Talks Return To Talk TV, Barbara Walters Encounter

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 17:31:45 -0400

Rosie O’Donnell opened up about her planned Fall 2011 return to daytime talk television on this morning’s “Rosie Radio” on SIRIUS XM Radio.

The star revealed that her upcoming talk show, news of which broke over the weekend, wouldn’t be like her old program, “The Rosie O’Donnell Show,” which ran from 1996 to 2002 and had a big star presence. Both the old and new shows were (and, will be) produced by Telepictures Productions (Warner Bros. syndicated arm).

Video: Dina Lohan: Is Lindsay Running Out Of Time?

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:00:02 -0500

Dina Lohan, along with her mother and daughter, Ali, served lunch to over 200 individuals with autism at the Don’t Be Alone luncheon. But, what did she have to say about an alleged recording of her saying Lindsay needs to return to rehab?

Article: Jenny McCarthy Teams Up With Oprah For New Talk Show

Mon, 04 May 2009 15:20:47 -0400

Move over Rachael Ray, Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz – Oprah has a new protege in her media empire and she’s not afraid to make you laugh!

Actress Jenny McCarthy, who has become a frequent guest on “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” has inked a deal with Oprah’s Harpo Productions, Access Hollywood has confirmed.