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'Perfect Strangers' and other '80s TV shows turned video games
RedEyeThis week, the world was introduced to the Perfect Strangers game, a fun little diversion that let you take the role of Balki Bartokomous, the iconic character from the former anchor for ABC's "TGIF" lineup as he tries to live out his dreams and move to...Tags: The A-Team (tv program), Gaming, Entertainment, Video Games, Services and Shopping
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Which TV shows were most influential?
CNNThe most influential show in the history of television never finished a season among the 20 most popular programs in the Nielsen ratings. In its most popular season, "Hill Street Blues," which ran from 1981 to 1987, came in 21st place. And yet, according...Tags: 60 Minutes (tv program), The Sopranos (tv program), Mary Tyler Moore, All in the Family (tv program) , The Office (tv program)
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'Southland' changes partners in fourth season
Zap2ItFans who tuned in last week to the fourth-season premiere of TNT's Tuesday LAPD police drama "Southland" may have noticed that many of the players were the same, but the pairings have been shuffled a bit. Former rookie cop Ben Sherman (Ben McKenzie)...Tags: Music, Regina King, Mad Men (tv program), AMC (tv network), Shawn Hatosy
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Shadia: Thoughts on 'All-American Muslim'
When I first read about a reality TV show featuring the everyday lives and struggles of Muslim Americans, I immediately added it to my short list. But my reaction to the first episode of "All-American Muslim" on TLC was mixed. I liked some elements,...Tags: Television, Christianity, Music, Religion and Belief, Protestantism
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'Is Marriage for White People? How the African American Marriage Decline Affects Everyone' by Ralph Richard Banks
Tribune NewspapersWhen I was little, I remember constantly having to defend "The Cosby Show" as realistic. My parents have been married for 31 years. My grandparents were married for 49 years before my grandmother passed away. My brother has been married for 11 years. My...Tags: Marriage, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (movie), Denzel Washington, Movies, Bill Clinton
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From Cosby to Weezer, O.C. Fair has star-studded lineup
From Weezer to Chicago to Steve Miller, the 2011 Orange County Fair will feature musical acts and other shows for every generation. Organizers said the fair, which is expected to attract more than a million visitors, strives to have something for...Tags: Weezer (music group), Pat Benatar, Melissa Etheridge, The Rolling Stones (music group), Pink Floyd (music group)
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Fox's Animation Domination lines up big guest voices
RedEyeFox's Animation Domination line-up of Sunday comedies will be dominated by guest stars this fall, the network announced Friday. That's nothing new, but there are a few surprises among the people lending their voices to "The Simpsons," "Family Guy," The...Tags: Andy Garcia, Florence Henderson, Saturday Night Live (tv program), Jane Lynch, Jonah Hill
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Tuesday funeral for former 'Cosby' grandmother
NEW YORK (AP) — Funeral arrangements have been made for the actress and comedian who gained fame playing a grandmother on "The Cosby Show" and "Sesame Street." A public viewing will be held for Clarice Taylor on Tuesday from noon to 4 p.m. at...Tags: Bill Cosby, Celebrities and Health Issues
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Varsity Life time machine:TV then and now
Amidst a rough economic time, the entertainment business has taken a big hit. People are cutting back when it comes to entertainment, from downloading fewer songs on iTunes to going to the movies less often. Consequently, television has become an...Tags: The Sopranos (tv program), The Simpsons (tv program), Fox Broadcasting Company, Dallas (tv program), HBO (tv network)
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Scott's 'homeboy' stereotypes stun black lawmakers
Darryl E. OwensFirst, America got a brother in the White House. Now, Florida has a homeboy in the Governor's Mansion. The surprising news was disclosed this week during Gov. Rick Scott's luncheon for 20 black legislators. Lawmakers expected to hear the governor...Tags: Tiger Woods, White House, Justice System, Crime, Law and Justice, 50 Cent
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'Facts,' 'Ties,' Regis receive TV Land Awards honors
Zap2ItSome television honors aren't just for those making shows now but also for those whose past work endures. Case in point: the TV Land Awards, the nostalgia-driven ceremony now in its ninth year. The channel it's named for televises the event Sunday, April...Tags: Michael Gross, John Travolta, Lifetime (tv network), Family Ties (tv program), Fox Broadcasting Company
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TV writer sentenced for voluntary manslaughter
John James "JJ" Paulsen, 49, former writer for "The Cosby Show" and "In Living Color" will serve approximately 12 years behind bars for beating his wife Leanne to death in their Carmel home. A Hamilton County Judge sentenced Paulsen Friday to a maximum 26...Tags: Television, Crime, Law and Justice, Justice System, Lawyers, Judges
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