Lance Kerwin, ‘Salem’s Lot’ actor, dead at 62

CNN — Lance Kerwin, an actor best known for his role on the TV miniseries “Salem’s Lot” and other notable series throughout the ’70s, has died, his talent agent John Boitano tells CNN. He was 62. No information on his cause of death was provided. Kerwin began his career appearing in a variety of television … Read more

Aubrey Plaza joined by Amy Poehler to reprise ‘Parks and Rec’ roles on ‘SNL’

CNN — Aubrey Plaza made sure to pay homage to her Pawnee roots while hosting “Saturday Night Live” this weekend, and she had a little help from her former onscreen boss. The “White Lotus” star was joined by her “Parks and Recreation” costar Amy Poehler during the live broadcast, who appeared during Plaza’s opening monologue … Read more

Barbara Walters, legendary news anchor, has died at 93

CNN — Barbara Walters, the pioneering TV journalist whose interviewing skills made her one of the most prominent figures in broadcasting, has died, her spokesperson confirmed to CNN. She was 93. “Barbara Walters passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones. She lived her life with no regrets. She was a trailblazer not … Read more

Barack Obama shares his favorite movies and books of 2022

CNN — Former President Barack Obama stuck to an annual tradition Friday, releasing a list of his favorites for the year of 2022, including movies and books. “I always look forward to sharing my lists of favorite books, movies, and music with all of you,” Obama tweeted. “First up, here are some of the books … Read more

John Mayer reveals inspiration for ‘Your Body Is a Wonderland’

CNN — John Mayer has put to rest the theory that “Your Body Is A Wonderland” is about one of his former celebrity girlfriends. In a recent conversation on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast’s holiday special, the singer and songwriter talked about his hit 2002 single, which won him a Grammy. “That was about my … Read more

‘Beauty and the Beast’ live: H.E.R. as a guitar-shredding Belle is the princess vibe we deserve

CNN — The 30th Anniversary celebration of the animated classic “Beauty and the Beast” that aired on ABC on Thursday night had a tall — and at times confusing — order: It was a live show, it was a dance performance and it was a look back at the movie’s making, with portions of the … Read more

Patti LaBelle is rushed off the stage due to a bomb threat at a concert in Milwaukee

CNN — A Patti LaBelle concert at the Riverside Theater in Milwaukee was abruptly halted Saturday night when the star was rushed off the stage due to a bomb threat, organizers said. Social media video showed LaBelle exclaiming, “Wait!” as three individuals pushed her mic stand away and escorted her off-stage without explanation. Band members … Read more

Bob McGrath, original ‘Sesame Street’ cast member, dead at 90

CNN — Bob McGrath, an original cast member of the beloved children’s program “Sesame Street,” has died, according to a statements from his family and Sesame Workshop shared on social media. He was 90. “The McGrath family has some sad news to share. Our father Bob McGrath, passed away today. He died peacefully at home, … Read more