Armstrong Rides for Discovery Again
Though she's not a sports journalist, nor an investigator on the rank of those on "60 Minutes," which broke other parts of the story, Oprah Winfrey has acquired a reputation…
Star is Born Among ‘American Idol’ Judges
Upstaged by other singing competitions, limping into its 12th season with another almost-new cast of judges, you may think "American Idol" (Fox, 8 p.m.) is on its last legs; perhaps…
‘Downton’ Dominates PBS Sessions
The blessings and curse of "Downton Abbey" were evident on the PBS press days that closed out the TV Critics Association winter press tour in Pasadena Tuesday. Even as its…
Philip Roth Talks About His Retirement
When he finished writing his 2011 book “Nemesis,” Philip Roth says “I didn’t realize it was my last book.” But, he declares, “it is now.” And the retirement he admitted…
A Greater Golden Globes Than Usual
As questionable as the sponsoring organization is, and as wrongheaded as some of its choices (Don Cheadle as best actor in a comedy?), the 70th Golden Globes Sunday rose above…
How L.L. Cool J Saved the Grammys
Don’t call it a comeback. But L.L. Cool J makes a return appearance as host of the 55th Grammy Awards Feb. 10. He got a lot of praise from…
Latest Reality Competition: Employment
Not humiliating enough just to send out resumes and come up short at job fairs? How about putting that desperation on display over television? That’s what happens on CBS’ new…
‘Survivor’ Fans vs. Favorites Cast Announced
The cast for "Survivor: Caramoan -- Fans vs. Favorites," was announced this week, including a number of familiar faces from recent seasons pitting themselves against unknown fans to compete on…
Seth MacFarlane Shows His Oscar Hand
Peter Griffin of "Family Guy" in a Lincoln stove pipe hat, his pants dropping to his ankles. Yeah, that's what you can expect from an Oscar hosting by Seth MacFarlane,…
Britney Said to Be Leaving ‘X Factor’
Alas, poor Britney Spears was not long for reality TV. Reports are out that she's quitting "The X Factor" after just one season, joining L.A. Reid in a 50 percent…