O'Brien, Carrey, Dole praise 'comedy genius' Norm Macdonald
NEW YORK (AP) — Reactions to the death of Norm Macdonald, who died of cancer Tuesday at age 61.
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'Blues Clues' original host Steve Burns explains why he left the show
Thank you, Steve Burns for cluing us in on what happened when you left "Blues Clues." The original host of the popular 1990s Nickelodeon series appears in a video posted Tuesday to the Nick Jr. verified Twitter account. In honor…
‘Dancing with the Stars’ reveals first celebrity contestants for Season 30
ABC announced on Thursday that Olympian Suni Lee and pop star JoJo Siwa will join Season 30 of “Dancing with the Stars,” scheduled to premiere on Monday, September 20, on KAPP-KVEW. Lee and Siwa will appear on ABC’s “Good Morning…
American Idol to host Washington auditions on August 23
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Have you ever dreamed of showcasing your musical talent on a grand stage? Maybe you've contemplated trying out for a singing competition in the past? It couldn't be easier to try out for American Idol this year with…
'American Idol' crowns a winner
"American Idol" has named a winner. Down to the final three contestants, Grace Kinstler, Willie Spence and Chayce Beckham, performed for the last time on Sunday's nailbiter. "I can tell you, it's very close at the moment. You can't assume…
WSU Creamery, Cougar Gold cheese to be featured on Rachael Ray Show
Students in Washington State University’s creamery, along with their popular Cougar Gold cheese, will be featured on Monday’s episode of the Rachael Ray Show. The show will highlight how students use milk from the university’s Knott Dairy Center, and other…
'American Idol' contestant exits show amid video controversy
A 16-year-old “American Idol” contestant has dropped out of the singing competition after a video circulated of him sitting next to someone wearing what appears to be a Ku Klux Klan hood.
Vax Live concert raises $302 million, exceeds vaccine goal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Global Citizen fundraising concert advocating the importance of vaccine equity has pulled in $302 million, exceeding the goal for the organization’s campaign.
'American Idol' features a Disney songbook night
b"American Idol" featured a Disney night on Sunday, with 10 artists from Season 18 given a second chance to win the final spot in the Top 10. Season 18's runner-up Arthur Gunn won the spot. Meanwhile, the top nine were…
Elon Musk will host SNL in May. Yes, THAT Elon Musk
Live from New York, it's ... Elon Musk? In one of the more surprising announcements in the recent history of "Saturday Night Live," the NBC variety show said Saturday that its next host will be Musk, the eccentric CEO of…
Samsung's new ad for its S21 Ultra phone is ... a series on Hulu
When promoting new products, most tech companies host a flashy event followed by TV and digital ads. Now, Samsung is taking promotion to a new level by co-creating a six-part series for Hulu in which eight photographers use its new…
A website is offering $1,000 for someone to binge-watch home improvement shows
If you feel like watching home improvement shows causes you to spend more money on your remodeling, here's your chance to earn some cash while binge-watching "Fixer Upper." The website ReviewHomeWarranties is offering to pay someone $1,000 to watch 10…
WATCH: 'American Idol' contestants shine in final round of Showstopper Performances
Another riveting season of the hit television program 'American Idol' is underway and in Monday night's episode, the panel of judges was asked to narrow its massive roster of performers down to just 24 contestants. You can watch 'American Idol'…
Kim Kardashian files to divorce Kanye West
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kim Kardashian West filed for divorce Friday from Kanye West after 6 1/2 years of marriage. Sources familiar with the filing but not authorized to speak publicly confirmed that Kardashian filed for divorce in Los…
Gina Carano fired from ‘Mandalorian’ after social media post
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Lucasfilm says Gina Carano is no longer a part of “The Mandalorian” cast after many online called for her firing over a social media post that likened the experience of Jews during the Holocaust to the…
Shark Tank seeks Season 13 participants, opens casting
Do you have a business or product that deserves more recognition? Are you prepared to make a sales pitch that can alter the course of your life? If you answered yes to these questions, you may be ready for an…
What is Washington watching on TV during the holiday season?
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Ah yes, the holiday season! It's the perfect time for people throughout Washington to cozy up in front of the television with loved ones and take in some holiday classics. So what are Washingtonians watching around the…
HBO Max and Roku finally reach a deal
New York (CNN Business) -- Christmas came early for Roku users. WarnerMedia reached a deal with Roku on Wednesday that brings HBO Max, the company's nascent streaming service, to Roku devices starting on Thursday. The deal is a significant one…
'Jeopardy' resumes production Monday with series of interim hosts
CULVER CITY, Calif. -- Production of 'Jeopardy!' will resume on Monday, weeks after after longtime host Alex Trebek died of cancer. RELATED: Alex Trebek, long-running ‘Jeopardy!’ host, dies at 80 of pancreatic cancer Last week, the show announced that upcoming…
Contestant dies after completing “Wipeout” obstacle course
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A contestant on “Wipeout” has died after completing the game show’s obstacle course, authorities and sources close to the production said Friday. The man in his 30s was declared dead at a hospital shortly before 7…
Yakima contestant eliminated from popular reality show
Sorry, Bachelor/ette fans. Fan favorite Zach J., or #ZachFromYak, was eliminated last night from ABC's popular show. The Eastern Washington native was sent home last night after Bachelorette Clare Crawley decided she did not want to go to the dinner…
Audition for American Idol from home starting this week
This year, because of COVID-19, "American Idol" auditions are going virtual with “Idol Across America,” a virtual nationwide search for talent. The search is underway. Each area of the country gets its own audition day. For Washington and Oregon, that…
Yakima man to compete on season 16 of The Bachelorette
YAKIMA, Wash. -- An Eastern Washington man will be vying for the heart of Clare Crawley on the next season of The Bachelorette. The updated cast for season 16 was announced this week. ABC had to delay production of the…
Mike Henry to stop voicing Black character on 'Family Guy'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Family Guy” voice actor Mike Henry said Friday he is stepping down from the role of Cleveland Brown on the Fox animated series. Henry wrote on Twitter that he will stop playing the show’s main African…
