Physical comedy extraordinaire Kaitlin Olson is best known for her almost frighteningly consistent comedic chops on the long-running It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia , but she is finally getting her chance to shine as the lead of her own broadcast TV series with Fox’s The Mick . Perhaps surprisingly, this was the best thing possible for Fox, Olson and audiences in general, as The Mick is a laugh-out-loud riot that automatically enters the running for best new series of 2017.
Day: December 31, 2016
Animation, Sequels and Superheroes Propel Box Office Record
A forgetful fish, infighting superheroes and some intergalactic rebels led the North American box office in 2016, which, with an estimated $11.2 billion in earnings to date, has become the highest grossing year of all time – slightly surpassing last year’s $11.1 billion record. Those top three films, “Finding Dory,” ”Captain America: Civil War,” and “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” all had the common thread of being under the Walt Disney Studios banner, which had its own records to celebrate.
Program helps save families at verge of homelessness
Joaquin Medina, his wife, Wanda Arce, and children, Genesis Medina, age 18, and Chris Medina, age 16, at the Osceola Council for Aging in Kissimmee. After falling on hard times, the family received assistance from the Osceola Council for Aging, Building Strong Families program.
NBCUniversal extends deadline, averting a Charter-Spectrum blackout, for now
LOS ANGELES_Media giant NBCUniversal has granted an extension in its carriage talks with cable television provider Charter Communications, averting a New Year’s Eve blackout of NBC-owned channels in nearly 16 million homes in the U.S. with Spectrum service. “Negotiations with Charter Spectrum for the NBCUniversal portfolio of networks have been extended,” NBCUniversal said in a statement.
William Christopher, Played M*A*S*H’s Father Mulcahy, Dead at 84
Per ABC , the actor passed away on Saturday from non-lung small cell carcinoma at his home in Pasadena, Calif. In addition to his 11-season run on M*A*S*H , Christopher’s TV credits included roles on Hogan’s Heroes, Gomer Pyle: USMC and The Love Boat.
Lady Gaga promises to keep her clothes on at Super Bowl
Lady Gaga has promised not to make a billion viewers go goo goo at the Super Bowl – by keeping her clothes ON. Insiders say Gaga has given assurances to the NFL that she will not replicate some of her early performances by baring her body or flashing the flesh during the Pepsi halftime show.
Tony Blackburn returns to BBC airwaves after removal over Savile evidence
Tony Blackburn returned to the BBC airwaves announcing “Good Lord, I’m back”, 10 months after being sacked over evidence he gave to the Jimmy Savile inquiry. The 73-year-old broadcaster is presenting a three-hour live show, Soul Party, on Radio 2 for New Year’s Eve and opened with the Gloria Gaynor classic I Will Survive.
Revellers around the world usher in 2017
… film “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” played. “This year, sadly, we saw the loss of many music and entertainment legends around the world,” fireworks show co-producer Catherine Flanagan said. “So celebrating their music as part of Sydney New …
LIVE: Las Vegas ringing in 2017 with New Year’s Eve celebrations on Strip, downtown
The view from the Treasure Island hotel-casino roof where a New Year’s Eve firework show is set to launch 80,000 fireworks in eight minutes, Friday, Dec. 30, 2016, in Las Vegas. (Erik Verduzco/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @Erik_Verduzco
Kelly Clarkson Ends 2016 with ‘Hamilton’
There was no more perfect song to send off 2016 than Kelly Clarkson’s flawless version of ‘It’s Quiet Uptown.’ Kelly Clarkson still doesn’t get the respect she deserves.
The Latest: Witness describes scene inside Istanbul club
Eyewitness Sinem Uyanik told the Associated Press she saw several bodies inside the Istanbul nightclub that was attacked during New Year’s celebrations. Her husband Lutfu Uyanik was wounded in the attack.
A-List’s Trump Blacklist Hits HomeBy Joy-Ann Reid
… in a country reared on “Dallas” and “Dynasty.” It’s arguable that without the mainstreaming power of entertainment shows like “The Fresh Prince of Bel Air” and the “Cosby Show” and portrayals of black presidents that became routine in film and on …
Revelers bid adieu to year of conflicts, deadly violence
… and how lucky we are here in Europe despite everything.” “It’s been such a horrible year, with all these (entertainment celebrity) deaths, Syria, Brexit and Trump. I say: good riddance,” said Karine Dublot, from Lyon. Pope Francis has called on the …
Throw Away Dogs Project gives canines new lives
Early this year, the German shepherd, once a bony stray in the streets of Pennsylvania and now a hard-working police dog in Rocky Mount, will have her story highlighted on the small screen.
Ongoing theater productions
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Book review (Nonfiction): ‘The Glass Universe: How the Ladies of the…
Book review (Nonfiction): ‘The Glass Universe: How the Ladies of the Harvard Observatory Took the Measure of the Stars’ by Dava Sobel
Emilia Fox on her new TV role as a caddish chef’s lover in Sky 1 drama Delicious
Delicious irony: Emilia Fox on her new TV role as a caddish chef’s lover Not only has she been involved in an on-off romance with the explosive Michelin-starred cook Marco Pierre White for the past four years, but her latest TV role also sees her caught up in a torrid love triangle with a hot-blooded restaurateur. However, Emilia, 42, who stars in the four-part Sky 1 drama Delicious, insists that any echoes between the storyline and her relationship with Marco are no more than a ‘total coincidence’.
Gospel singer Kim Burrell faces backlash after calling homosexuality a ‘sin’
Terror in Istanbul: Lone gunman dressed as Father Christmas opens fire on nightclub’s New Year’s Eve crowd killing 35 and wounding 40 as CCTV shows him inside the blood-soaked venue The walk of shame: Wife of Greek ambassador to Brazil hides her face as she is transferred to jail after ‘having her husband murdered by her policeman lover’ in ‘crime of passion’ Queen Elizabeth may STILL not be well enough to attend church on New Year’s Day a week after she missed Christmas prayers with a ‘heavy cold’ Silicon Valley star is sued for allegedly ‘hitting’ private driver after ‘inhaling laughing gas and complaining about spending money on donations to Clinton campaign’ ‘This has been the worst holiday season of my life’: How custody battles with Angelina meant this year ended in the most agonising Christmas EVER for a broken and tearful Brad Pitt ‘We love her just as much as we did before’: … (more)
The Bachelor’s Heather Maltman admits she’s ‘drunk’ at New Year’s Eve party
Terror in Istanbul: Lone gunman dressed as Father Christmas opens fire on nightclub’s New Year’s Eve crowd killing 35 and wounding 40 as CCTV shows him inside the blood-soaked venue The walk of shame: Wife of Greek ambassador to Brazil hides her face as she is transferred to jail after ‘having her husband murdered by her policeman lover’ in ‘crime of passion’ Queen Elizabeth may STILL not be well enough to attend church on New Year’s Day a week after she missed Christmas prayers with a ‘heavy cold’ Silicon Valley star is sued for allegedly ‘hitting’ private driver after ‘inhaling laughing gas and complaining about spending money on donations to Clinton campaign’ ‘This has been the worst holiday season of my life’: How custody battles with Angelina meant this year ended in the most agonising Christmas EVER for a broken and tearful Brad Pitt ‘We love her just as much as we did before’: … (more)
Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kenya Moore pulls gun on three trespassers
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Why Is This Bachelor Contestant Asleep Before The Rose Ceremony?
We all think we know what to expect when two-time Bachelorette alum Nick Viall steps in as the Bachelor this season. But is it possible we never knew one thing about this guy: That some women find him so boring, he puts them to sleep? That’s kind of what the latest Bachelor promo clip from ABC seems to imply when it shows contestant Corinne snoring on a couch during the first rose ceremony.
Researchers find Cumberbatch related to Holmes’ creator
Genealogy detectives have discovered that Benedict Cumberbatch, the British actor who portrays Sherlock Holmes in the PBS television series, is distantly related to the author who created the iconic character more than a century ago. Cumberbatch, 40, and the late Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who died in 1930, were 16th cousins, twice removed, according to the web site Ancestry.com.
Researchers find Cumberbatch related to Holmesa creator
In this Oct. 19, 2016 photo, Benedict Cumberbatch poses for a photo in Beverly Hills, Calif. Geneology detectives have discovered that the British actor who portrays Sherlock Holmes in the PBS television series, is distantly related to the author who created the iconic character more than a century ago.
Wonder of wonders, listicle of listicles: Our compilation of 2016a s…
By now, you’ve seen all the obvious ones. But maybe, just maybe, you missed some of the more, er, incisive attempts to sum up the year gone by.
Fox News host Bolling talks Trump, Obamaa s legacy and New Yeara s Eve show
For many years, New Year’s Eve television viewing meant Guy Lombardo and his big band playing some tunes into the New Year on CBS. Then, in the late 1970s, Dick Clark entered the picture and forever changed the TV landscape of Dec. 31. These days, there are several New Year’s Eve events televised from all over the world.
a Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Mea soundtrack to be reissued
The 1992 prequel film retraces the last week in the life of Laura Palmer. Like the original Twin Peaks series, the film featured original music by Angelo Badalamenti and singer Julee Cruise.
Researchers Find Benedict Cumberbatch Is Distantly Related to Sherlock Holmes’ Creator
Genealogy detectives have discovered that Benedict Cumberbatch, the British actor who portrays Sherlock Holmes in the PBS television series, is distantly related to the author who created the iconic character more than a century ago. Cumberbatch, 40, and the late Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who died in 1930, were 16th cousins, twice removed, according to the web site Ancestry.com.
A Kink, former Spice Girl and Vogue editor to get honors
… Elizabeth II ‘s New Year honors list focuses on sports stars, some luminaries from the world of fashion and entertainment, and a heavy helping of researchers, doctors and volunteers who have worked behind-the-scenes to improve the quality of British …
Bruins’ Marchand replies to Twitter user’s homophobic slur
Marchand says the slur happened two days ago and he thought it important to go public and reply directly to the person who wrote it. The player says this struck home because he has a “few friends that are in same-sex relationships.”
Year-In-Review 9 mins ago 2:26 p.m.10 happy-cry moments from pop culture in 2016
In a year that will go down in the history books for the deaths of celebrities, political unrest and upheaval and what seemed like an endless onslaught of tragedies, there were some moments that brought us genuine joy. From a passionate acceptance speech to inspiring moments on movies and TV to a young girl’s smile, we rounded up 10 moments from this year that made us cry, but in a good way.
Get rich in 2017! Take Tiger at 20-1 to win the Masters
And you get rich taking the 20-1 odds Las Vegas bookmakers are laying on Tiger Woods to win the Masters. Things get interesting when you bump into Floyd “Money” Mayweather leaving the betting window.
How to Stream the New Year’s Eve Party and Ball Drop in…
New York City’s tradition of dropping the ball in Times Square on New Year’s Eve is one of the country’s greatest holiday traditions. But going to Times Square is a huge hassle.
‘Will & Grace’ Is Coming Back
… and funny black males are almost non-existent on TV today. — Amber Ferguson, politics video editor HuffPost Entertainment is your one-stop shop for celebrity news, hilarious late-night bits, industry and awards coverage and more – sent right to …
Animation, sequels and superheroes propel box office record
This undated image released by Disney shows the character Dory, voiced by Ellen DeGeneres, in a scene from the animated movie “Finding Dory.”
Remembering Carrie Fisher for her iconic character, grace and honesty
In this Nov. 13, 1978 file photo, Harrison Ford talks with Carrie Fisher during a break in the filming of the CBS-TV special “The Star Wars Holiday” in Los Angeles. On Tuesday, Fisher died at the age of 60. In this Nov. 13, 1978 file photo, Harrison Ford talks with Carrie Fisher during a break in the filming of the CBS-TV special “The Star Wars Holiday” in Los Angeles.
Cultural events for the month of January
Here is a roundup of some of the most anticipated Tejano, conjunto and cultural events in the month of January. >> The Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center of San Benito has two big events next month.
Todd Fisher Says Mom Debbie Reynolds ‘Didn’t Die of a Broken Heart’
TONIGHT ON ABC 20/20: Todd Fisher on the death of his mother Debbie Reynolds a day after his sister Carrie Fisher passed away: “She then said that she really wanted to be with Carrie in those precise words….and within 30 minutes she technically was gone.” http://abcn.ws/2iyEOzQ
New Year’s Eve Attitude Dancing at the Happy 2016 Birthday of…
Today we celebrate the birthday of the pioneering genius of country rock who has given us laughs, a lot of truly great songs, and THE original prototypical music video, “Elephant Parts.” I’ve found some really fantastic videos for our concert, and some of them will get your feet moving! Michael Nesmith is an American musician, songwriter, actor, producer, novelist, businessman, media pioneer, and philanthropist.
Khloe Kardashian’s ex-husband Lamar Odom shares photo
‘No better way to end 2016’: Khloe Kardashian’s ex Lamar Odom poses with his kids in first Instagram post since leaving rehab But on Saturday, the last day of the year, the former NBA great appeared to be in good health as he posed for a photo he shared on Instagram. The 37-year-old athlete had his arms around his two children Destiny, 18, and Lamar Jr, 14, that he had with Liza Morales.
16 And Pregnant star Valerie Fairman’s parents blame fame for her death
The 16 And Pregnant star, 23, was found at a friend’s house on December 21 in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, and her family have told TMZ they suspect she overdosed. As new tragic details emerge, it’s now believed that the star had tried tirelessly to get clean and sort out her life for the sake of her young daughter.
Debbie Reynolds, left, and daughter Carrie Fisher (AP).
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New Orleans welcomes Auburn fans ahead of 2017 Sugar Bowl
With the 2017 Allstate Sugar Bowl drawing near, the city of New Orleans prepared Friday for an influx of Auburn and Oklahoma fans by garbing itself in orange and blue. Throughout the French Quarter, several local business displayed Auburn flags, T-shirts, beads and more while Tigers fans enjoyed the local entertainment and dining.
Is Benedict Cumberbatch leaving Sherlock?
Though he has been loyal to the BBC show despite rising to global fame and making it big in Hollywood, Cumberbatch has hinted that he is considering his options – and saying goodbye to The 40-year-old, who has a baby boy with theatre director wife Sophie Hunter and another kid on the way, told The Telegraph that family life has given him new priorities. “The older I get, the happier I am.
From Ali to Zsa Zsa: Stars we lost in 2016
The trinity of deaths of rock icon David Bowie, beloved actor Alan Rickman and Glenn Frey of the Eagles in early January shocked the world, and the hits just kept coming in 2016: Prince on April 21 from an accidental overdose of a powerful painkiller; boxing’s “The Greatest” Muhammad Ali on June 3 from complications from Parkinson’s; not to mention actor Gene Wilder , novelist Harper Lee, former First Lady Nancy Reagan, and, in an end-of-the-year gut punch, the passings of “Star Wars” icon Carrie Fisher and her mother, “Singin’ in the Rain” star Debbie Reynolds , a day apart.
Box set makes for a thrilling trip through The Twilight Zone
The Twilight Zone is among the all-time greatest shows in television history and this box set proves how the series earned its spot. Created and hosted by Rod Serling, the series ran for five seasons on CBS from 1959 to 1964.
Best Free Concert of the Weekend: Pitbull’s New Year’s Revolution at Bayfront Park
And in Miami, considering that the weather is awesome on New Year’s Eve, an outdoor party is a good, viable option.
Nick Cannon: Planned ParenthoodFounded To – Exterminate’ Black People
Singer and TV personality Nick Cannon doubled down on his criticism of Planned Parenthood, saying the abortion provider was designed to “exterminate” black people. “When you talked about Margaret Sanger, all the people who follow eugenics.
Golden Globe Presenters Announced for the 74th Awards
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association has announced the Golden Globe presenters for the 74th annual awards. Included in the line-up are Drew Barrymore , Steve Carell , Priyanka Chopra, Matt Damon , Viola Davis , Laura Dern , Goldie Hawn , Anna Kendrick , Nicole Kidman , Brie Larson , Diego Luna, Sienna Miller , Mandy Moore , Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Timothy Olyphant, Chris Pine, Eddie Redmayne , Zoe Saldana, Amy Schumer , Sylvester Stallone , Justin Theroux, Milo Ventimiglia, Sofia Vergara , and Reese Witherspoon .
Plunder Revealed in The Flash Episode 3.10 Photos
The CW has released the first photos from The Flash Episode 3.10 which give us a first look at Stephen Huszar as the expert marksman Plunder. Let us know what you think of Plunder in the comments below.
Allan Williams, who set up Beatles’ early gigs, dies at 86
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WWE’s Best of 2016: Our favorite wrestlers, matches and moments of the year
Few would call it a banner year for WWE, but we found the company’s brightest spots of 2016. On our wrestling podcast “Rammer Slammer,” we talked things over with Ben Stark, Graham Flanagan and Will Nevin to single out our favorite WWE wrestlers, matches and moments of the past year.
The professor who called the 2016 election was a giant Internet sensation
Prof. Allan Lichtman was one of the few professional prognosticators to call a Donald Trump win – and now he has another prediction. At the end of every year, I like to look back on what The Fix did well and what did well on The Fix.
a Blade Runnera director Ridley Scott explains why hea s turned down superhero movies
Scott, the visionary film-maker behind Blade Runner , Alien and Thelma & Louise , said he wants to keep making “smart films” instead. “Superhero movies are not my kind of thing – that’s why I’ve never really done one,” he told press including Digital Spy .
George Michael was a Magnum force in music – as Richard Hammond might say
If George Michael were alive today he’d probably have stuffed his face with ice cream as a giant eff-you to Richard Hammond. We might have got a lively video too – so it’s a shame in more ways than one that music legend Michael passed away last week.
Kym Marsh relives miscarriage heartbreak in Coronation Street storyline
Coronation Street actress Kym Marsh is to confront her own miscarriage as part of a new storyline in the hit soap. The ITV soap will tackle the topic in the new year with Michelle losing her baby with long-term partner Steve McDonald after 23 weeks as Marsh attempts to raise awareness of the issues surrounding late miscarriage.
Zsa Zsa Gabor’s life, glamour, honored at funeral Mass
In this Aug. 15, 1986 file photo, actress Zsa Zsa Gabor smiles in Los Angeles. Gabor was remembered at a funeral mass Friday, Dec. 30, 2016, at a picturesque Beverly Hills Church not only for her fame, but also what a pastor called her lesser-known compassionate side.
Sia files to divorce filmmaker husband after 2-year marriage
In this Aug. 7, 2014 file photo, filmmaker Erik Anders Lang, left, and singer Sia attend a party after the premiere of “The One I Love,” in Los Angeles.
Mormon Tabernacle Choir singer quits over Trump inaugural
In this Oct. 1, 2016, file photo, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, sings in the Conference Center at the morning session of the two-day Mormon church conference in Salt Lake City.
Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher to be buried together
The HBO documentary “Bright Lights” is now moving it’s premiere date to January 7th instead of in March.
X Factor Honey G’s debut single fails to reach top 100 in charts
But The Honey G Show – accompanied by a video where she states, “Now I’ve got the whole world saying my name” – has not even made the top 100. The controversial rapper made it through to the quarter-finals of the ITV competition and recently told how she wants to release a full album in the new year.
Katrina Kaif receives Christmas gift from this special person – News
Bollywood beauty Katrina Kaif has received a special gift on Christmas from a very special person. Well before you jump to any conclusion we tell you it’s none other than Katrina’s mother who has gifted her daughter a scarf that too hand knitted.
Priyanka, Alia, Aishwarya…6 best dressed babes of the week – News
With the year coming to an end our B-town celebs flew off to various places to ring in New Year. So this week majority of the celebs were spotted at the airport flaunting their fashionable side.
Rani, Bipasha, Kajal…5 worst dressed babes of the week – News
Being a B-town celeb naturally they are under constant media glare, especially for their fashion sense. Every time they are bound to surprise us with their outfits either being best or worst.
OMG! Deepika Padukone in Dubai sans Ranveer Singh – News
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are truly one of the most loved pairs in B-town. Their on and off screen chemistry never fails to make headlines.
Now Golden Globe Awards for Priyanka Chopra! – News
Priyanka Chopra grabbed headlines in 2016 throughout. Though she wasn’t part of Bollywood projects, but she has been rocking in the West.
After Aamir Khan, Salman Khan to shed weight? – News
After Aamir Khan shedding the weight which he had gained for his role in DANGAL another Khan is all set to lose weight for his upcoming project. Yes you guessed it right we are talking about Bhaijaan Salman Khan.
Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows
CNN’s “State of the Union” – Reps. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., and Darrell Issa, R-Calif.; House members-elect Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del.; and Charlie Crist, D-Fla.
Mardi Gras ‘Krewe’ honors Carrie Fisher in New Orleans
Their hair wrapped in side buns, wielding lightsabers and dressed as everything from Wookiees to stormtroopers, thousands of people turned out Friday to honor Carrie Fisher, the actress famous for her iconic role as Princess Leia in the “Star Wars” movies. Fisher, whose tough-talking princess defied Empire generals while tossing off one-liners like “into the garbage chute, flyboy,” died Tuesday.
Dear Abby
DEAR ABBY: I’m a 27-year-old mother of three in the process of divorcing a man I have been with for seven years, during two of which we were married. We have remained civil up to this point, although he is hurt because I’m the one who ended things.
Tony Blackburn prepares for Radio 2 return
Tony Blackburn is making his return to the BBC airwaves tonight – 10 months after being sacked over evidence he gave to the Jimmy Savile enquiry. The 73-year-old broadcaster, a household favourite, is presenting a three-hour, live show, Soul Party, on Radio 2. Tony’s return to the corporation was announced in October, with the I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! winner saying he “can’t wait to get behind the mic again”.
Off the Wire
Ronda Rousey was stopped 48 seconds into her comeback fight Friday night, losing to bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes at UFC 207 on Friday night in Las Vegas. Rousey returned from a 13-month absence and never managed to get her footing against Nunes , who rocked Rousey with her very first punches.
2 dead, 2 injured in shooting after Meek Mill concert
Police say two are dead and two injured after a shooting outside a Connecticut theater late Friday night following a concert. A Wallingford police spokeswoman tells the Record Journal that officers responded to reports of shots fired outside the Oakdale Theatre after rapper Meek Mill performed.
Astrological Forecast
BIRTHDAY GAL: Actress Bebe Neuwirth was born in Princeton, N.J., on this date in 1958. This birthday gal’s role as Dr. Lilith Sternin earned her two Emmy awards on TV’s “Cheers” and an additional Emmy nomination for “Frasier.”
Priyanka Chopra to present Golden Globes 2017
Her name was announced via a post on the official Twitter account of the Golden Globe Awards, which read: “We’re also pleased to announce Timothy Olyphant, Justin Theroux, and Priyanka Chopra as presenters for the 74th Golden Globe Awards.” The actress, who presented at this year’s Oscar awards and Emmy awards as well, didn’t share any information about presenting the award at the upcoming gala, but re-tweeted the post.
Official: Power won’t be fully back at Vegas casino for days
The busy New Year’s holiday weekend is likely to come and go before a Rio casino hotel tower in Las Vegas fully recovers from a power outage that prompted a 900-room evacuation, officials said Friday. Spokesman Richard Broome of the Rio’s parent company, Caesars Entertainment, said the company is testing to see whether rooms on the lowest 20 floors can be occupied Friday.
Capone unveils his 60 Best Feature Films and 20 Best Docs of 2016
Hey everyone. Capone in Chicago here. I’m the damned fool who waits until the year actually ends before rolling out my Best Of list every year, and that’s because I’m often able to squeeze in about a dozen or more films in the last few weeks of December, mostly stuff that others have told me is worth checking out that I either missed when it came out in Chicago or things that simply never came out locally.
Where to go in 2017: Best destinations around the world
Where should you travel in 2017? Maybe you want to witness the U.S. solar eclipse, take advantage of great exchange rates abroad or get in on the hoopla for big anniversaries in places like Alaska, Germany, Canada or Finland. Perhaps you’re looking for a Zika-free beach or a destination unscathed by terrorism.
‘Nashville’ returns with transgender actor, new plot lines
The new season of “Nashville” starts with traditional songs rooted in gospel and folk music rather than big production country songs. Rayna, played by Connie Britton, finds a revelation after hearing a blind man singing “Wayfaring Stranger,” an Appalachian tune estimated to be 2 centuries old.
Hot Property: Homes away from home
We’re in a vacation state of mind this week, so we bring you some home sales of note in locales favored by Southern California celebrities. A longtime favorite of old Hollywood and entertainment moguls has been Palm Springs, where Frank Sinatra and Bob Hope famously maintained residences.