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‘CatVideoFest 2019’ in Jeannette benefits animal rescues, art galleryVideo
With their big eyes and big attitudes, cats and kittens demand attention. And when they tumble, box the air, chase shadows only they can see, or fall asleep in one’s lap, it’s attention they deserve. You Are Here will host “CatVideoFest 2019” as a benefit for the Jeannette art gallery,...
Tributes to Michael Jackson flow on 10th anniversary of his deathVideo
Michael Jackson’s estate paid tribute to his artistry and charity Tuesday as fans make final preparations for gatherings to celebrate his memory on the 10th anniversary of the King of Pop’s death. “Ten years ago today, the world lost a gifted artist and extraordinary humanitarian,” the Jackson estate said in...
Jay Leno coming to Rivers Casino
Comedian and late night television show host Jay Leno will bring his act on Sept. 19 to the Rivers Casino Pittsburgh’s Event Center this fall. The award winning funnyman and late night television host has earned the highest consecutive ratings, two Emmy Awards, a TV Guide Award, an induction into...
Loss of son leads Scottdale mother to form arts foundationVideo
Tajz Dues was 28 when he collapsed and died at his workplace on June 9, 2018, from an apparent severe asthma attack. His mother, Antonette Dues of Scottdale, says her only child was a man of great Christian faith. He enjoyed, she says, his work as an assistant program director...
Vicki Lawrence, ‘Mama’ keep Palace Theatre audience laughing
Vicki Lawrence and Mama had the sold-out crowd laughing hysterically, and at times on their feet applauding loudly, on Sunday afternoon at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg. “Vicki Lawrence and Mama — A Two Woman Show” is an hour and a half of Lawrence sharing stories of her life from...
‘Jeopardy!’ champ James Holzhauer headed to World Series of Poker
James Holzhauer, the second winningest “Jeopardy!” champion, is going to try his luck and skill on another game — poker. Holzhauer is set to make his World Series of Poker debut on Monday, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Holzhauer will play in two events at the Rio Convention Center...
6 ways to celebrate Anthony Bourdain on Bourdain Day
It started with an Instagram post. Two of the world’s most prominent chefs, Éric Ripert and José Andrés, stood smiling on camera to proclaim a new holiday. “On June 25, we all are going to celebrate the birthday of our dear friend and beloved Anthony Bourdain,” Ripert says in the...
Dirty Heads release album, tour with 311
Southern California band Dirty Heads will perform with 311 on July 13 at KeyBank Pavilion, Burgettstown. Doors open at 4:20 p.m., and joining the bill are The Interrupters, Dreamers and Bikini Trill. Tickets start at $13.75. Described as performing infectious anthems of alternative, hip hop, reggae and rock, Dirty Heads...
Kardashian-Jenners’ social media accounts have eclipsed TV show
Since its inception, social media has served as a dumping ground for even the most fleeting of feelings. Snapchat stories and the Instagram equivalent present an opportunity for people to vent on camera and then forget that it ever happened a mere 24 hours later. Facebook’s status update box prompts...
BET Awards honor Mary J. Blige, Nipsey Hussle, Tyler PerryVideo
The 2019 BET Awards featured a number of contemporary pop and rap stars who are dominating the charts, from Cardi B to Lil Nas X. But the show belonged to artists viewed as icons in the black community, including singer Mary J. Blige, filmmaker Tyler Perry and the late rapper...
Nik Wallenda says he ‘freaked’ when pole slipped
NEW YORK — Nik Wallenda says he “freaked” out when his balancing pole slipped during a high-wire walk with his sister above New York’s Times Square. Nik and Lijana Wallenda spoke Monday on ABC’s “Good Morning America,” just hours after their harrowing feat. Nik Wallenda said the scare occurred as...
Wife of reality TV bounty hunter in medically induced coma
HONOLULU — The wife of reality TV bounty hunter Duane “Dog” Chapman is in a medically induced coma, a report said. Beth Chapman is in the intensive care unit of Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu, The Honolulu Star-Advertiser reported Sunday. A representative for the family released a statement Saturday night...
Flying Wallendas to cross Times Square on a high wire
NEW YORK — Imagine crossing Times Square on a high wire between skyscrapers, 25 stories above the pavement. If all goes well, that will be reality Sunday for two siblings from the famed Flying Wallendas circus family. Their latest daredevil stunt will be streamed live Sunday at 8 p.m. EDT...
See Bob Dylan at his most enigmatic in Scorsese’s ‘Rolling Thunder Revue’Video
Bob Dylan has always been a mercurial character, to the point that he even described the tone he was striving to achieve on 1966’s “Blonde on Blonde” album as a “thin, wild, mercury sound.” So it makes perfect sense that “Rolling Thunder Revue,” Martin Scorsese’s kind-of-sort-of documentary about Dylan’s 1975...
10 troubled, triumphant years for the Michael Jackson estate
LOS ANGELES — Ten years ago, entertainment lawyer John Branca and Michael Jackson renewed the partnership that had brought the wealth and status of both men to new heights. Eight days later, Jackson would be dead. Yet his role in Branca’s life would only become larger. Branca has represented his...
Jagger appears healthy as Rolling Stones rock Soldier Field
CHICAGO — Mick Jagger appeared healthy and energetic Friday night as the Rolling Stones launched their North American tour at Chicago’s Soldier Field. The 75-year-old frontman ran and skipped along a narrow stage that jutted out into the crowd. It was his first major concert performance since doctors told him...
Pittsburgh’s Billy Porter to get star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Tony Award-winning performer Billy Porter, who starred in Kinky Boots, is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, according to Variety. Porter, 49, has performed in many Broadway shows including: Shuffle Along, Grease, Five Guys Named Moe and Miss Saigon. The longtime veteran is best known...
Laugh it up at Steel City Improv
Have a few laughts at Steel City Improv Theater’s “A Good Night Out,” a monthly show that blends interesting stand up and characters. For just $10, you can listen to comedians at 9:30 p.m. at the theater Saturday on Ellsworth Ave. in Shadyside. SCIT ran an update on the stage...
Rick Sayre to speak at genealogy conference in Pittsburgh
Rick Sayre, a genealogy expert, is the speaker for this year’s Western Pennsylvania Genealogical Society conference. The free event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Carnegie Museum of Art in Oakland. Sayre is a researcher and instructor in genealogical topics. He coordinates a course on using...
‘Stranger Things’ actress in Pittsburgh, will toss first pitch at Pirates game
Don’t be alarmed if you notice strange things going on in Pittsburgh Friday. “Stranger Things Night” at PNC Park is upon us. The Pirates evening is inspired by Netflix’s original science fiction series created, written and directed by the Duffer Brothers. The Pirates host the San Diego Padres at 7:05...
Nik Wallenda worries for his sister ahead of latest stunt
As Nik Wallenda prepares to walk a wire 25 stories above New York’s Times Square, he admits he’s a little uneasy. And for good reason: His sister, Lijana, will join him for the first time since a near-fatal accident. “Of course, I’m nervous. How would you not be? You know...
How does ‘Toy Story 4’ rate among all Pixar sequels?Video
Although sequels have dominated the Pixar slate for the past decade — seven of the studio’s 11 most recent movies have been franchise follow-ups — its filmmakers do not take each return to existing properties lightly. In the case of “Toy Story 4,” for instance, director Josh Cooley knew he...
‘Cinderella’ gets spot on the National Film RegistryVideo
Mary Walsh arrived in Washington, D.C., this week not only as the head of Disney’s immense animation research library. She also attended the ball at the Library of Congress as an ambassador for “Cinderella.” On Thursday evening, Walsh received the honor from Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden in an official...
Pittsburgh native out of ‘The Amazing Race’ but cherishes memories and lessons learned
Pittsburgh native Becca Droz and her teammate Floyd Pierce, aka “Team Fun,” made it to episode 10 of the CBS reality show CBS’ “The Amazing Race” but were knocked out Wednesday night. That is, they didn’t win the $1 million for the around-the-world adventure. But what they did receive or,...
Review: ‘Child’s Play’ a winking, self-aware addition to the brandVideo
There are two movies opening this weekend that feature iconic anthropomorphic dolls. Be very careful which one you choose. “Toy Story 4” has the usual gang of lovable toys led by Woody and Buzz. (Bring tissues.) Then there’s the remake of “Child’s Play,” which has Chucky, the freckle-faced homicidal doll...
