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NBC Spreading Green Message In Primetime

November 11, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

NBC gives new meaning to the phrase “green screen” next week, spreading a pro-environmental message across five of its prime-time entertainment programs.

Suicide Prevention Groups Protest ‘The Office’

November 05, 2009

NEW YORK, New York

Some suicide prevention groups aren’t laughing over a scene in “The Office” where Steve Carell’s character tries to scare young children by struggling in a hangman’s noose.

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and other mental health organizations say NBC and other entertainers should stop using suicide as a punchline. They worry that depiction of a method of suicide might encourage mentally ill people to take their own lives.

On The Download: Dolly Parton’s ‘Dolly’ Box Set

October 30, 2009

By Bryant Huddleston

BURBANK, Calif.

When I opened the lid of Dolly Parton’s new box set, perfectly titled “Dolly,” I knew I was going to be in for a surprise. It’s a known fact around the office at Access Hollywood that I love me some Dolly — my office is peppered with Dolly memories — but I admit I have not listened to a lot of her oldies but goodies in quite a while.

Sue me! I have my favorites, but now I have many more!

NBC Picks Up ‘Parks & Recreation,’ ‘Community’ & ‘Mercy’

October 25, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Fans of “Community,” “Parks and Recreation” and “Mercy” can look forward to more of the NBC shows.

The network picked up full seasons of each, including the sophomore season of “Parks and Recreation,” Access Hollywood has confirmed.

Environmental Media Association Auctioning Off Hollywood Set Visits

October 23, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

The Environmental Media Association (EMA) is auctioning off a chance for you to visit the sets of “The Office” and “The Biggest Loser,” or meet celebrity environmentalists such as Ed Begley Jr.

The star-studded auction will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the organization. Held in conjunction with the 2009 EMA Awards, the auction kicks off today.

Access Top Ten: TV’s Leading Ladies You Love To Hate

October 22, 2009

By Mojgan Sherkat-Massoom

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Lies! Blackmail! Manipulation! From “Ugly Betty’s” Wilhemina Slater to “Gossip Girl’s” Blair Waldorf, these television characters will stop at nothing to get exactly what they want.

It’s A Girl For Actress Amy Ryan!

October 21, 2009

NEW YORK, New York

She’s an Oscar nominee, a Tony nominee and an “Office” fan favorite – but now, Amy Ryan has a new title: mom.

Amy, 39, and fiance Eric Slovin welcomed daughter Georgia Gracie Slovin on October 15 in New York City, according to People.

AH Nation: Which TV Couple Should Tie The Knot?

October 08, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

The wedding that has been six seasons in the making is finally here.

Jim Halpert (John Krasinski) and Pam Beasley (Jenna Fischer) will finally say “I do” on Thursday night’s “The Office.”

But which other TV lovebirds do fans want to see take the plunge next?

ROLL CALL: Khloe & Lamar’s Wedding Scripted?

September 30, 2009

By Jesse Spero

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Plus, Lauren Conrad is so over “The Hills.” Amy Winehouse the rapper? And, behind-the-scenes action on Jim and Pam’s “Office” wedding.

Your Daily Dispatch of Celebrity Shenanigans!