While you were working ...
January 9th, 2013
06:00 PM ET

While you were working ...

Today's news you might've missed:

  • The countdown can now kick off in earnest for "Arrested Development's" return on Netflix, because we now have a premiere month. (No, not a date, but we'll take what we can get.) Fourth season and 14 episodes are coming in May! [Netflix's Twitter]
  • Bethenny Frankel's appearance on "Ellen" brought out the waterworks. "I've kind of had the best worst year ever," the newly separated reality star said. [E!]
  • "Teen Mom" star Farrah Abraham waxed and plucked her 3-year-old daughter's brows because she feared that her daughter would be subjected to bullying. Sigh. [ABC News]
  • "30 Rock" is going to say good-bye with the company of old friends. Both Will Arnett and Salma Hayek will be back before the comedy leaves the air - Arnett tomorrow night, and Hayek for the big farewell itself. [NBC/Vulture]
  • Did you miss Kimmel's "Celebs read mean tweets" segment last night? If so - or if you just want to relive the laughs - you're welcome:

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTix7FDHZcA&w=560&h=315%5D


Filed under: While you were working
Strong start for Kimmel in new timeslot
January 9th, 2013
05:15 PM ET

Strong start for Kimmel in new timeslot

Jimmy Kimmel's surely hoping that this is a sign of things to come.

The late night host is off to a solid start in his new 11:35 p.m. timeslot. On Tuesday night, his debut in that competitive hour, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" saw its second largest audience with 3.1 million viewers tuning in, according to ABC. On average, the show would draw 1.9 million viewers when it aired at midnight.

But perhaps more important for Jay Leno and David Letterman was how well Kimmel performed against their competing programs.

In terms of total viewers, Leno narrowly edged out Kimmel with 3.27 million watching "The Tonight Show." Letterman's "Late Show," over on CBS, brought in 2.88 million.


Filed under: Late Night comedy • television
Rosie O'Donnell, Michelle Rounds welcome baby
January 9th, 2013
04:42 PM ET

Rosie O'Donnell, Michelle Rounds welcome baby

Rosie O'Donnell's family has grown by one more bundle of joy: The media personality and her wife Michelle Rounds have welcomed a baby girl.

O'Donnell shared the happy news on Twitter Wednesday along with a photo of herself with Rounds and their swaddled newborn daughter.

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Fun., Black Keys, Rihanna to perform at Grammys
January 9th, 2013
03:47 PM ET

Fun., Black Keys, Rihanna to perform at Grammys

The list of performers for this year's Grammy Awards thus far nearly mirrors the list of lead nominees, with a few exceptions: no Kanye West, no Jay-Z and no Frank Ocean. Well, not yet, anyway.

55th Annual Grammy Awards: Nominees list

On Wednesday, the Recording Academy revealed the first round of acts who will take the stage on February 10, which includes repeat Grammy Awards performers like Rihanna, Mumford & Sons and Taylor Swift, as well as first-timers like Fun. and The Black Keys.

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Filed under: Awards Season • Grammys • Jay-Z • Kanye West • Music • Taylor Swift
Tina Fey in talks for 'Muppets' sequel
January 9th, 2013
02:49 PM ET

Tina Fey in talks for 'Muppets' sequel

In addition to Ricky Gervais and "Modern Family's" Ty Burrell, the upcoming "Muppets" sequel may also star the one-half of the Golden Globes hosting duo: Tina Fey.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, the "30 Rock" creator and star - who has actually appeared as a muppet on the NBC comedy - is in talks for a lead role.

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Filed under: Celebrities
Michael Bay hires new actor for 'Transformers 4'
January 9th, 2013
02:00 PM ET

Michael Bay hires new actor for 'Transformers 4'

The name Jack Reynor likely doesn't sound familiar now, but you should be well-acquainted by the time "Transformers 4" is released.

Michael Bay revealed on his website Tuesday that he's tapped Reynor to star alongside Mark Wahlberg in the upcoming "Transformers" installment.

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