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Sam Claflin cast as Finnick in 'Catching Fire'After plenty of speculation, Lionsgate has made Sam Claflin's casting in the upcoming "Hunger Games" film, "Catching Fire," official. The "Snow White and the Huntsman" actor will portray the striking District 4 tribute Finnick Odair in the 2013 sequel to this year's blockbuster film. Overheard: Alanis Morissette open to 'Idol'At this point, we wouldn't be shocked if "American Idol" has reached out to you, dear reader, to judge the next season's competition. This list of "maybes" just keeps growing longer. One day it's Nick Jonas, then it's Nicki Minaj, then it's Brad Paisley or Keith Urban or Kanye West. And now, Alanis Morissette tells us that she, too, has had a conversation about sitting at that table. Justin Bieber headed for 'The Simpsons'"The Simpsons" has been around long enough to have a few years on its newest guest star. According to Entertainment Weekly, Justin Bieber will be the latest celeb to get "Simpsonized" on the long-running animated Fox series. Overheard: Clay Aiken draws line between himself and AkinAs one particular Akin dominates headlines, another Aiken has taken to differentiating his stance, perhaps in case someone out there becomes confused. While Republican Rep. Todd Akin is in the midst of a firestorm sparked by his comments regarding rape, "American Idol" runner-up Clay Aiken made it clear that he doesn't share the other Akin's views. Michael Strahan on 'Live! With Kelly': An opportunity to have funIf you were rooting for "Live! With Kelly's" frequent guest co-host Michael Strahan to join Kelly Ripa on the show, your wish just might be ABC's command. According to Broadcasting & Cable, the former NFL star is expected to be the new co-host on the morning program. |
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