A personal interview with recovering addict Kristina Wandzilak, a mother, wife, top-selling author, world-renowned public speaker and one of the most sought-after addiction interventionists in the country. […]
After testing the waters of original programming with Head Case, Crash and Party Down, Starz makes its biggest splash yet with an extreme action epic that turns an ancient tale into a bacchanal of guts, glory and a generous helping of flesh. Spartacus: Blood and Sand (Fridays beginning Jan. 22) — in addition to taking full advantage of the freedom that comes with airing on a premium channel — marries the graphic-novel visuals of 300 to the dramatics of Gladiator, and in the process promises to make a star out of Aussie newcomer Andy Whitfield. Writer/executive producer Steven S. DeKnight […]
By Elaine Bergstrom I confess that I have seen the entire second season of Durham County and if you watched the intense opening episode Sunday night, I can also assure you that it just gets better from here, with Michelle Forbes (Pen Verrity) and co-star Laurence Leboeuf (Sadie) shining in their roles. Though when we spoke, she was recovering from the flu, Forbes was happy to discuss what it is like to take on the role of a mother gone way over the edge. On Durham County you play a very conflicted woman – part victim/part villain and very sad […]
In the lead-up to last year’s fall season, Fringe was one of the most hyped shows on the schedule. Having come from the mind of TV (and now movie, thanks to Star Trek) big-shot J.J. Abrams, the trippy sci-fi show was seen as an heir apparent to The X-Files and a possible successor to Lost. Going into its second season, not much has changed. Fringe is enjoying another boost of hype, but this time it feels much more earned. While the ratings were never bad, they weren’t the out-of-this-world numbers many had expected, and buzz was minimal. Long breaks between […]
By Barb Oates It seemed at age 36 Adam Goldstein (a.k.a. DJ AM) had finally overcome his demons. When we met in July, I never imagined he would be dead four weeks later — allegedly falling victim to the drug he so faithfully and confidently professed his sobriety to. Having survived last year’s devastating plane crash that killed four people and critically injured him and blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, he said to me: “I often sometimes go, ‘Why am I still here? How am I still here?’ And then I realize I’m never going to get the answer to that. […]
Channel Guide Magazine: You’ve done feature films and TV. Do you have a preference of medium? Donnie Wahlberg: I sort of gravitate toward television in terms of work. It hinders you in some ways, but at the same time, it suits my personality better. I like to work at a brisk pace; I like to stay busy. I don’t want to sit in my trailer for eight hours to do one page of work, and in a big movie, that’s what happens. I want to stay on set; I want to stay close to [the project], because it sharpens my […]
If romance novelist Nora Roberts were not a writer, she says she would probably have to work in retail for minimum wage since, she asserts, “I have no other talent.” Fortunately for Roberts’ many fans, she sticks with what she does best and, with over 100 novels published, is one of America’s most prolific writers. Now her fans can see four of her books come to life onscreen. These Lifetime original movies include Angels Fall, premiering Jan. 29 on Lifetime, and Blue Smoke, Carolina Moon and Montana Sky, airing on the network in February. Roberts was happy to discuss the […]
Derek Spors, featured in National Geographic Channel’s “Sweet Tooth” special (which you can read about in “Channel Guide Magazine”) works in the Research & Development lab at Ben & Jerry’s, where he helps create the tasty flavors we have all come to know and love (his business card labels him as an “Ice Cream Scientician,” a name he gave himself). We talked with him a bit to get the double-scoop on the science and fun behind one of America’s favorite treats. What exactly goes on in the Ben & Jerry’s lab? Derek Spors: Between all of us [scientists] we kind […]
After a summer of moviemaking with Zach Braff on The Last Kiss, some have wondered if Rachel Bilson would grow disinterested in the teen drama that made her a star. But chatting during her walk to lunch on The O.C.‘s set, the 25-year-old laughs off such reports, giving a candid explanation on her future plans and how she really feels about her Newport residency. “I had such an amazing time [doing The Last Kiss],” she raves. “It definitely made me realize that ultimately I would love to have a film career. But I love doing the show, as well, and […]
“I was the last one on board the idea train,” says Howie Mandel of the national phenomenon Deal or No Deal. “I thought I’d be the laughing stock. I thought it would be the last nail in the coffin for my career.” Far from the case (no pun intended), for Deal or No Deal is ratings gold, and Mandel’s a big reason why. The 51-year-old comedian, who’s starred in several hit TV series (most notably St. Elsewhere and Bobby’s World), hosted his own talk show and still performs stand-up acts worldwide, gives us the inside scoop on the show, the […]
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