Friday, October 22, 2010

L.A. Times - Entertainment News

L.A. Times - Entertainment News

Column One: Aaron Tonken, 'King of Cons,' aims for redemption

Posted: 22 Oct 2010 12:00 AM PDT


The convicted felon and onetime celebrity fundraiser says he's a changed man and he's not ready to let his talent for raising money for charities go to waste. Some of his victims back him up.

The convicted felon and onetime celebrity fundraiser says he's a changed man and he's not ready to let his talent for raising money for charities go to waste. Some of his victims back him up.


Taylor Swift: the next chapter

Posted: 24 Oct 2010 12:00 AM PDT


Expectations are high for her third album, 'Speak Now.' Unlike her first two records, she wrote all these songs herself. So the thoughts and feelings are pure Taylor.

Studio A at Capitol Records in Hollywood is the fabled place where Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, the Beach Boys and other stellar names in popular music made some of their most beloved recordings over the last half century.


Tyler Perry lets go on 'Oprah' about beatings, molestation, healing

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 04:42 PM PDT


Perry described physical abuse from his father and sexual molestation from four adults of both sexes before age 10.


Warner Bros. says 'The Hobbit' may not shoot in New Zealand after all

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 04:46 PM PDT


So much for peace breaking out in the Shire.

So much for peace breaking out in the Shire.


TV reporter Lu Parker plays by her own set of rules

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 01:53 PM PDT


The KTLA reporter is dating L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, advocating for causes and promoting herself in ways that critics say is a problem for her professional reputation. Parker says media standards have to change with the times.

The KTLA reporter is dating L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, advocating for causes and promoting herself in ways that critics say is a problem for her professional reputation. Parker says media standards have to change with the times.


On the Media: Juan Williams' firing is hard to justify

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 05:40 PM PDT


The NPR reporter was dismissed after commenting about Muslims during a Fox News show, but the radio network isn't consistent in enforcing its ethics policies.

The NPR reporter was dismissed after commenting about Muslims during a Fox News show, but the radio network isn't consistent in enforcing its ethics policies.


Fox News host Bill O'Reilly given comic-book treatment

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 05:21 PM PDT


His enemies may say that Bill O'Reilly is already a cartoon character. But now the Fox News host is really heading to the comics.


Prominent Muslims fear NPR analyst's firing may fan hostility

Posted: 22 Oct 2010 12:00 AM PDT


The uproar shifts the U.S. debate about Islam in the wrong direction, they say.

NPR's decision to fire news analyst Juan Williams for remarks he made about Muslims on airliners was not only roundly criticized by conservatives Thursday, but also was viewed with alarm by some Muslim American activists and scholars.


All hail Ari Up: The rhythmic, primal influence of the Slits' 'Cut.'

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 04:37 PM PDT


She followed her muse without concern for the marketplace, and steadfastly railed against the status quo.

She followed her muse without concern for the marketplace, and steadfastly railed against the status quo.


Mel Gibson is still persona non grata in Hollywood

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 03:59 PM PDT


The troubled actor has been told his services will not be needed on "Hangover 2" after members of the production rebelled.

The troubled actor has been told his services will not be needed on "Hangover 2" after members of the production rebelled.


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