Andy Dick is shown after being arrested for suspicion of drug possession and sexual battery
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Andy Dick is shown after being arrested for suspicion of drug possession and sexual battery
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July 16, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Comedian Andy Dick has been arrested in California for investigation of drug use and sexual battery.
The Sheriff’s Department says Dick, 42, was arrested shortly before 2 AM on Wednesday in the parking lot near the Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar in Murrieta. Details were not released.
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July 14, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
In sad news for the comedy world, Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman have broken up, Vanity Fair reported.
“Jimmy and Sarah have and will have no further comment,” Kimmel’s rep Lewis Kay and Silverman’s rep Amy Zvi told Vanity Fair in a joint statement after confirming the split to the magazine.
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July 7, 2008
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana --
The Essence Music Festival wrapped up its 14th year Sunday night, which was marked by the return of Grammy Award-winner Mary J. Blige and comedian Chris Rock.
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June 25, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Plus, Brad, George and Matt come out for a good cause. Jen and John still going strong. And Jamie Lynn wants a normal life for her newborn.
June 23, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
George Carlin, the frenzied performer whose routine “Seven Words You Can Never Say On Television” led to a key Supreme Court ruling on obscenity, has died.
Carlin, who had a history of heart trouble, went into St. John’s Health Center in Santa Monica on Sunday afternoon complaining of chest pain and died later that evening, said his publicist, Jeff Abraham. He had performed as recently as last weekend at the Orleans Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas. He was 71.
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June 23, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Following the death of comic icon George Carlin on Sunday, those who knew him best and modeled their own careers in his shadow, react to the loss of a legend.
Carlin died from heart failure at the age of 71.
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June 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Audiences still get Maxwell Smart.
Steve Carell and Anne Hathaway’s “Get Smart,” the Warner Bros. big screen update of the 1960s spy sitcom, raked in $39.2 million to debut as the No. 1 weekend movie, according to studio estimates Sunday.
But movie-goers did not get Mike Myers’ “The Love Guru,” the weekend’s other new wide release. The Paramount Pictures comedy about a self-help mentor took in just $14 million to open at No. 4.
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June 23, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
George Carlin, the dean of counterculture comedians whose biting insights on life and language were immortalized in his “Seven Words You Can Never Say On TV” routine, died of heart failure Sunday.
He was 71.
Carlin went into a Santa Monica hospital Sunday afternoon complaining of chest pain and died later that evening, said his publicist, Jeff Abraham.
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June 3, 2008
NEW YORK, New York --
Actor and comedian D.L. Hughley will take the reins as host of BET Awards ’08.
Tagged as “the hottest ticket on television,” BET Awards ’08 is raising the stakes as the biggest stars in music, sports and entertainment unite under one roof at Los Angeles’s historic Shrine Auditorium on Tuesday, June 24 at 8 p.m. ET. BET Awards ’08 will feature live performances by some of today’s hottest artists, including Usher, Lil Wayne and Nelly.
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June 2, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
The “Transformers” have another chunk of metal to add to their collection.
The blockbuster about robots in disguise took home the golden popcorn trophy for best film at the MTV Movie Awards on Sunday night, and Johnny Depp won two buckets for best comedic performance and best villain.
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May 30, 2008
NEW YORK, NY --
This weekend, women across the globe are strapping on their highest designer heels, zipping up their cutest dress, grabbing their best girl friends and heading out to the theatre to see “Sex and The City” in its big screen debut.
But before you go, take a walk down memory lane with Access Hollywood as we review some of the greatest guest stars from Seasons 1 through 6.
Look out as we recap what Matthew McConaughey, Vince Vaughn, Molly Shannon, Amy Sedaris, Hugh Hefner and even Donald Trump were doing to the ladies of “SATC.”
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May 29, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Harvey Korman, the tall, versatile comedian who won four Emmys for his outrageously funny contributions to “The Carol Burnett Show” and on the big screen in “Blazing Saddles,” died Thursday. He was 81.
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May 29, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Eddie Murphy is ready to get back on the beat.
The comedian is set to reprise his role as detective Axel Foley in a fourth installment of “Beverly Hills Cop,” according to Variety.
In addition, Brett Ratner is in talks to direct the film.
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May 25, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Dick Martin, the zany half of the comedy team whose “Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In” took television by storm in the 1960s, making stars of Goldie Hawn and Lily Tomlin and creating such national catch-phrases as “Sock it to me!” has died. He was 86.
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May 12, 2008
NEW YORK, New York --
After months of speculation, NBC has finally confirmed Jimmy Fallon is making the move to “Late Night.”
Fallon will take over for Conan O’Brien, once Conan replaces Jay Leno on “The Tonight Show” in 2009, the network announced on Monday.
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May 8, 2008
NEW YORK, N.Y. --
Tony Award winning star of stage and screen, Whoopi Goldberg, will take center stage as she hosts the 62nd Annual “Tony” Awards on Sunday, June 15 live from Radio City Music Hall, Access Hollywood has learned.
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May 2, 2008
LOS ANGELES --
Which “American Pie” actor tied the knot? Who wasn’t jumping on Oprah’s couch? What did Sarah Silverman say about her relationship with Jimmy Kimmel? And Gavin is singing about his marriage to Gwen.
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April 17, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Earlier this week, funnyman Russell Brand took a break from a Los Angeles set where he has been filming a part in Adam Sandler’s upcoming movie, “Bedtime Stories,” to share some side-splitting tales a person usually has to pay good money to hear.
The lanky actor, stand-up comedian and British TV and radio host plays Sandler’s sidekick in the film and while that is no small feat, by the time “Bedtime Stories” hits the theaters, you’ll already be quite familiar with Access Hollywood Rising Star Russell Brand.
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April 9, 2008
NEW YORK, New York --
It’s been almost a year since Rosie O’Donnell and Elisabeth Hasselbeck had their notorious spat, that led to Rosie leaving “The View” — and Rosie is still talking about it.
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April 9, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Ashley Tisdale is not yet on board with fourth “High School Musical” and Miley Cyrus is getting animated in a new Disney film.
Plus, Rosie calls Elisabeth “a little Republican.” Paris Hilton is blogging about love. And Mike Meyers is hosting the MTV Movie Awards.
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April 9, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Last place became last dance for Adam Carolla on “Dancing With the Stars.”
The 43-year-old comedian and his professional partner, two-time champ Julianne Hough, were eliminated from the ABC dance-off during Tuesday’s results show.
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April 3, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Jerry Seinfeld was in a harrowing rollover wreck but was unhurt after the brakes on one of his vintage cars failed.
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April 2, 2008
NEW YORK, NY --
A judge has tossed out a defamation lawsuit brought by a businessman shown in the movie "Borat" as he is chased down Manhattan's Fifth Avenue by comedian Sacha Baron Cohen.
Find out why the judge made the decision.
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March 26, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. --
Robin Williams and his wife, Marsha Garces Williams, are ending their almost 19-year marriage, Access Hollywood has learned.
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March 19, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Tony surprises Eva with an elaborate party and Tina Fey has harsh words for "The Daily Show."
Plus, Kirstie Alley returns to TV. A Backstreet Boy goes solo. And the great Miley bang debate!
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March 12, 2008
NEW YORK, New York --
A prominent politician, especially one known for a certain righteousness, is alleged to be a customer of high-priced call girls. For comics, that's a hanging curveball over the plate.
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March 7, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Despite online reports that the king of comedy about nothing, Jerry Seinfeld, was set to return to NBC in a "Curb Your Enthusiasm" like improv-style television show, the prospects of more "yada yada yada" from Seinfeld are grim.
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March 5, 2008
NEW YORK, NY --
The True Colors Tour will hit the road again this summer with a line-up of legendary and up and coming artists including headliners Cyndi Lauper, The B-52s, Rosie O'Donnell with host Carson Kressley and many more. After receiving rave reviews and a successful debut in 2007, the True Colors Tour is expanding to meet demand in many more cities. The tour will kick off Gay & Lesbian Pride Month on May 31 at Boston's Bank of America Pavilion.
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February 27, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Jessica Simpson is headed overseas to entertain U.S. troops, the pop star announced online.
“Hey ya’ll. I just wanted to say hi, and let you know that I am hard at work on my country record, and I can’t wait to share it with all of you,” Jessica posted on SweetKisses.net. “I am heading to Kuwait to do a show for the troops, then back in the studio.”
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February 26, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
An emotional Whoopi Goldberg said she was upset after being left out of an Oscars montage, showing hosts of the famed awards show over the years.
And now, Oscar producer Gil Cates is offering his apology, calling Whoopi’s absence an “absolute oversight.”
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January 30, 2008
New York, N.Y. --
The comedienne who loves to dish on her celebrity run-ins appears to have gone too far with Babs. Kathy won't be gabbing with the ladies of "The View" anytime soon. What did Kathy do this time?
January 25, 2008
BURBANK, Cailf --
NBC’s hit competition show “Last Comic Standing” and host Bill Bellamy is ready to roll in a barrel of laughs when they hit the road in a multi-city search for America’s funniest new comedian for season six.
Click inside to find out where you can audition!
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‘The Love Guru’ Hollywood Premiere
Hundreds of fans eagerly awaited the arrival of Justin Timberlake at last night’s “Love Guru” premiere. But Shaun Robinson was the one who made sure Mike Myers gave some of that “Guru” love back to the fans.
‘The Love Guru’ Premiere
Mike Myers and Justin Timberlake cause quite a ruckus in Hollywood during the red carpet premiere of their new comedy, “The Love Guru.”
Box Office Showdown: June 9, 2008
“Kung Fu Panda” kicks its way to the top, while Adam Sandler’s “You Don’t Mess With The Zohan” comes in second. Plus, “Sex and The City” hangs in there for its second week in release. Scott Mantz and Pa
Emmanuelle Chriqui Talks ‘Zohan’
The lovely Emmanuelle Chriqui sits down with Access Hollywood’s Tony Potts to talk about working with co-star Adam Sandler in the new comedy, “You Don’t Mess with the Zohan.”
Rob Schneider Talks ‘Zohan’
Rob Schneider chats with Access Hollywood’s Tony Potts about working with co-star Adam Sandler in his latest movie, “You Don’t Mess with the Zohan.”
‘You Don’t Mess With the Zohan’ New York Premiere
Adam Sandler, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Rob Schneider and Carson Daly hit the red carpet in New York City for the premiere of “You Don’t Mess With the Zohan.”
Masi Oka & Nate Torrence Talk ‘Get Smart’
In this hilarious interview with Access Hollywood’s Shaun Robinson, Masi & Nate talk about making their latest film “Get Smart,” when they are startled by secret agent Maxwell Smart — otherwise known as comedian Steve Care
Access Extended: Adam Sandler Talks ‘Zohan’
Why do the “Zohan” posters focus on Adam’s anatomy? Plus, how has he managed to stay relevant with today’s audiences? Sandler speaks to Access!
Adam Sandler’s ‘Zohan’ Premiere
Adam Sandler’s Israeli commando-turned-hairdresser rinses, repeats and gives the old ladies a thrill. Access’ Tony Potts gets zany with “Zohan” at the Hollywood premiere.
World Kidney Day Event (March 13, 2008): George Lopez
After receiving a kidney transplant from his wife three years ago, comedian George Lopez is urging people to get tested early and see the doctor regularly.
Martin Lawrence Premieres 'College Road Trip'
Comedian and actor Martin Lawrence hits the red carpet with co-star Raven-Symoné for the premiere of his Disney family comedy film at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, Calif.
Jimmy Kimmel Is F***ing Ben Affleck
In response to comedian Sarah Silverman's popular video "I'm f***ing Matt Damon," her boyfriend, Jimmy Kimmel, got his revenge, revealing he's been "f***ing Ben Affleck."
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