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Captain Kangaroo Puppeteer Cosmo Allegretti Dies Aged 86
Cosmo Allegretti, the puppeteer who made his name on the children's show Captain Kangaroo, died on July 26. The sad news was confirmed by his friend, attorney John Munzel, who made the announcement on Wednesday...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 08 August 2013
Julia Roberts Bullied 'With A Vengeance' On Steel Magnolias
Julia Roberts was bullied ''with a vengeance'' by 'Steel Magnolias' director Herbert Ross.The 45-year-old actress had her breakthrough role as Shelby Eatenton Latcherie in the 1989 film and although the feature propelled her into the...
By Bang Showbiz on 26 April 2013
Paul Anka Celebrating Lengthy Career With All-star Duets Album
Veteran entertainer Paul Anka is celebrating his sixth decade in the music industry with a new all-star duets album, featuring collaborations with Dolly Parton, Celine Dion, Willie Nelson and Patti Labelle.The legendary singer/songwriter has also...
By WENN on 05 March 2013
Phil Collins And Dolly Parton To Feature On A Cappella Album
Top a cappella group Straight No Chaser have landed collaborations with Phil Collins, Rob Thomas and Dolly Parton for an upcoming album.The trio will join the vocal group on tracks for Under The Influence, which...
By WENN on 18 February 2013
Folk You! Emmylou Harris Denies Hit-and-run Attack In Court
Emmylou Harris has entered a plea of "not guilty" after being charged with a hit-and-run attack in October. The legendary country singer, songwriter and backing vocalist was charged when police deemed she had crashed her...
By Michael West in Music / Festivals on 31 January 2013
Dolly Parton Flashed Tattooed Breasts In Restaurant
Funnywoman Jennifer Saunders was left stunned when busty singer Dolly Parton flashed her tattooed breasts in a restaurant.The Absolutely Fabulous star was sharing a meal with fellow comedienne Roseanne Barr when the country legend joined...
By WENN on 21 December 2012
Did You Believe The Dolly Parton Rumours? Well They're False
Dolly Parton rumours have flooded the Internet recently, and in case you didn't know, they fixated on her sexuality, as so many do these days. First off; no one should care if someone's gay or...
By Jack de Aguilar in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 28 November 2012
Dolly Parton Rumors Prove To Be False (She Isn't A Lesbian)
Dolly Parton rumors have been building for the past couple of weeks, suggesting the country legend may be in a secret relationship with her best friend Judy Ogle. The speculation echoed that surrounding Oprah Winfrey...
By Michael West in Music / Festivals on 27 November 2012
Dolly Parton Plans Naughty Halloween Costume
Dolly Parton is planning to wear a naughty costume this Halloween.The country music legend picked up a very sexy costume from the infamous Trashy Lingerie store in Los Angeles earlier this month and is planning...
By Bang Showbiz on 25 October 2012
Dolly Parton Eyeing A Spot On The Voice
Country icon Dolly Parton is eager to land a job on Tv talent show The Voice.The Jolene singer has turned down a string of offers to be a judge on American Idol and The X...
By WENN on 21 October 2012
Dolly Parton's Earnings Boost After Whitney Houston's Death
Dolly Parton received a "tremendous boost" in songwriting royalties for her track I Will Always Love You following Whitney Houston's death.Houston's 1992 version of the ballad, which Parton wrote in the 1970s, returned to the...
By WENN on 21 October 2012
‘Steel Magnolias’ Producer Sues Lifetime Over Queen Latifah Remake
Victoria L. White, the producer who worked on the tearjerker movie ‘Steel Magnolias’, is suing Lifetime over a television remake, claiming she isn’t getting the cash – or credit - that she deserves, reports TMZ.com....
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 October 2012
Dolly Parton Lands Slot Machine Line
Dolly Parton fans in Las Vegas can soon try their luck with the country queen's new signature slot machines.The new venture will be unveiled at the Global Gaming Expo in Sin City next month (12)....
By WENN on 14 September 2012
Dolly Parton Sends A Special Message To New Mum Jessica Simpson
Jessica Simpson was given a special treat during an appearance on the debut of U.S. newswoman Katie Couric's new daytime talk show - a message from her idol Dolly Parton.The country star recorded a video...
By WENN on 11 September 2012
Kitty Wells Death Sparks Tributes From Country Greats
The death of country music singer Kitty Wells has been reported by the Los Angeles Times today (July 17, 2012). Kitty, 92, was one of the first influential and successful female country singers, who scored...
By Lew Irwin on 17 July 2012
Dolly Parton Devastated By Uncle's Alzheimer's Diagnosis
Country music legend Dolly Parton is nursing a secret heartache after the beloved uncle who discovered her musical talent was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.The 9 to 5 hitmaker has already suffered the loss of her...
By WENN on 28 June 2012
Tributes Flood In For Robin Gibb
Stars have paid tribute to Bee Gees star Robin Gibb, who lost his battle with cancer last night (20.05.12).The music world has been rocked by the loss of the singer/ songwriter - who sold over...
By Bang Showbiz on 21 May 2012
Tributes Flood In For Robin Gibb
Stars have paid tribute to Bee Gees star Robin Gibb, who lost his battle with cancer last night (20.05.12).The music world has been rocked by the loss of the singer/ songwriter - who sold over...
By Bang Showbiz on 21 May 2012
Aretha Franklin Enters The Gospel Hall Of Fame
Aretha Franklin will be inducted to the gospel Hall of Fame this year.The singing icon is one of six stars who will be introduced to the Hall on August 14, joining musical legends like Elvis...
By Bang Showbiz on 09 May 2012
Dolly Parton: 'Johnny Cash Turned Me On'
Dolly Parton has confessed to a crush on menacing country legend Johnny Cash.The country queen admits the Man in Black was the first star who turned her on when she saw him in concert in...
By WENN on 27 April 2012
The Voice Recap: Bieber Takes Edge Off Double Elimination
Fans of 'The Voice' could be forgiven for not noticing that two more contestants were sent home on Tuesday night (April 17, 2012), such was the hype for Justin Bieber's appearance on the show. The...
By Lew Irwin on 18 April 2012
Police Say Whitney Houston Death 'Not Criminal', As Case Is Closed
The investigation into Whitney Houston 's death has been closed, with police concluding that no crime has been committed, Bbc News reported yesterday (April 12, 2012). The autopsy concluded that Whitney died in her hotel...
By WENN on 13 April 2012
Dolly Parton Hopes For Cosmetics Range
Country favourite Dolly Parton is keen to launch her own line of make-up and perfume.The 9 to 5 hitmaker is famous for her big wigs and glamorous attire and the musician has ambitions to create...
By WENN on 05 April 2012
Diplo Wants Jack White Track
Diplo wants to work with Jack White. The DJ and producer has made tracks with Usher, M.I.A, Chris Brown and Beyonce, and would love to get in the studio with the garage rocker. When asked...
By Bang Showbiz on 04 April 2012
Sparkle Trailer Features Whitney Houston's Final Performance
The trailer for Sparkle has just been released online, showing Whitney Houston's final movie performance before she passed away suddenly in February 2012. Sparkle is a remake of the 1976 movie of the same name....
By Lew Irwin on 03 April 2012
Dolly Parton Haunted By Whitney Houston's Version Of Her Love Song
Dolly Parton thought her heart would break when she heard Whitney Houston's version of her song I Will Always Love You at the tragic R&B star's funeral.Houston recorded Parton's song for The Bodyguard soundtrack and...
By WENN on 03 April 2012
Dolly Parton: Friends And God Stopped Me Being Like Whitney
Dolly Parton says her good friends and God stopped her from being like Whitney Houston. The country musician believes the singer - who died of accidental drowning due to the effects of heart disease and...
By Bang Showbiz on 30 March 2012
Garth Brooks Inducted Into Country Music Hall Of Fame
Garth Brooks has been added to the Country Music Hall of Fame.The 'Friends in Low Places' star - who has sold over 128 million albums - is one of three musicians to be added to...
By Bang Showbiz on 08 March 2012
Kristin Chenoweth To Play Dolly Parton In New Musical
Kristin Chenoweth, the Tony Award winning actress, returns to prime-time television this week, playing the Botox-injecting religious blogger Carlene Cockburn in 'Gcb'. However, during a brief chat about the show with Reuters, the actress let...
By WENN on 01 March 2012
Paul Mccartney Lays Wreath For Whitney Houston
Sir Paul McCartney has personally laid flowers for Whitney Houston.The Beatles legend was in Los Angeles when the 48-year-old singer was found dead at the city's Beverly Hilton hotel on Saturday (11.02.12) and wanted to...
By Bang Showbiz on 14 February 2012
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