A Return For Debra Winger
Debra Winger shared critical acclaim with actress Shirley MacLaine the film "Terms of Endearment" a quarter-century ago. Now, after a long absence from the screen, she is back in the spotlight. Tracy Smith offers this Sunday Profile.
Review: "Rachel Getting Married"
Hollywood is extending a wedding invitation in the form of a brand new movie. By all means RSVP, says our critic David Edelstein:
Second Cup Cafe: Phoebe Snow
Singer/guitarist Phoebe Snow stopped by the The Early Show's "Second Cup Cafe" to perform songs from her first in-concert album, "Phoebe Snow - Live."
Spears: "What The Hell Was I Thinking?"
If you're wondering what was going through Britney Spears' head during her erratic era, you are not alone - so does she.
Buzz Briefs: John Cusack, Meat Loaf
Accused John Cusack stalker accepts plea deal. Rocker Meat Loaf is hospitalized. Singer Sheryl Crow creates her own designer duds. Actress Cloris Leachman has been chosen as grand marshal for next year's Rose Parade.
Pitt's New Orleans Homes Completed
Three years after Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, actor Brad Pitt cashed in on some hugs from residents as the first homes in his Make It Right rebuilding project were unveiled.
"The Ex List" Rekindles Old Flames
Searching for your soul mate is never an easy task. In the case of Bella Bloom, it means reverting back to your past in search for Mr. Right.
Concert Piano's Littlest Star
When he sits on the piano bench, his feet barely reach the pedals. But when his fingers touch the keys, you won't believe your eyes. Bill Whitaker has the story of piano prodigy Marc Yu.
Sarah Chalke's "Mother" Role
Actress Sarah Chalke talks about her new sitcom and why she can eat pumpkin pie all year long during a visit to The Early Show.
Breastfeeding Jolie On Mag Cover
We've already seen the baby pictures - now we can see the photo of Angelina Jolie apparently breastfeeding on the cover of W magazine.
Palin To Join Fey On Saturday Night Live?
It seems like the inevitable comedic summit of this fall's presidential campaign: the real Sarah Palin coming on "Saturday Night Live" to meet her look-alike impersonator, Tina Fey.
Sarah McLachlan At Her Best
In celebration of her 20th anniversary, Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Sarah McLachlan has just released a collection of her greatest hits. She talked about it with The Early Show's Harry Smith.
Guy's Take On London's Gritty Underworld
Filmmaker Guy Ritchie's new British crime film, "RocknRolla" is a far cry from the days of wife Madonna frolicking on a sandy beach.
Daddy Yankee To Moderate Debate
In an effort to lure young voters to the polls next month, Daddy Yankee will moderate the debate Thursday among candidates for governor of Puerto Rico.
Paris Continues Fake Presidential Bid
Watch out world: Paris Hilton is continuing her bid for the White House. The paparazzi darling and reality TV star touted her candidacy in a video on FunnyOrDie.com Wednesday - her second appearance in a political spoof on the site.
DJ AM's Hollywood Benefit Bash
Friends of DJ AM are throwing a party to welcome the celebrity disc jockey home after he survived a fiery plane crash last month in South Carolina.
France's Le Clezio Wins Nobel Lit Prize
French novelist Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clezio won the 2008 Nobel Prize in literature for his poetic adventure and "sensual ecstasy."
Harry Goes Country!
The Early Show co-anchor wrote "Red State Blue State Blues" and recorded it in a studio on the famed Music Row in Nashville.
Spears Rejects Plea In License Case
An attorney for Britney Spears has rejected a plea offer that would have placed her on a year's probation and forced her to pay a $150 fine in her misdemeanor driver's license case.
Travis Barker: Thankful To Be Alive
Former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, who always has been afraid of flying, says he's glad to be alive after suffering severe burns in a fiery plane crash last month.
Felicity Huffman Desperate To Save Animals
When "Desperate Housewives" star Felicity Huffman isn't gossiping or chasing her sons around Wisteria Lane, she is on a mission to save orphaned animals.
DiSpirito Gets Second "Dance"
He came in last place Tuesday night but celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito was not dismissed from "Dancing With The Stars." He gets to continue because an injured competitor withdrew the previous day.
Here's Some Reel Presidents
With presidential politics on everyone"s mind, The Early Show, with the help of contributor Jess Cagle, who is executive editor of People magazine, spotlights some movies about U.S. presidents.
Misty May-Treanor Quits "Dancing"
An injury to her Achilles tendon has forced Olympic champion Misty May-Treanor to drop out of this season"s "Dancing With The Stars" competition.
Anne Hathaway Digs Deep For Latest Role
Actress Anne Hathaway has come a long way from her "Devil Wears Prada" days, in that movie her fashion sense evolved - now her acting career has as well.
John Rich: Get Out And Vote
Country star John Rich is putting his cards on the table and lending his voice in support of presidential hopeful Sen. John McCain, but he wants everyone to get out and vote no matter which candidate they choose.
Hip-Hop Legend Slick Rick Honored By VH1
VH1 Hip-Hop Honoree Slick Rick, considered one of rap's all-time greats, discusses his rocky road to fame and his hopes of releasing a new album.
Newton-John: Hopelessly Devoted To Cause
Like her legendary character Sandy in "Grease," singer/actress Olivia Newton-John really became a pink lady, but this time it's for the fight against breast cancer.
Shirley MacLaine, With Grace And Gusto
Shirley MacLaine won an Oscar for her role in the 1983 movie "Terms of Endearment." And at an age when other stars might be slowing down, she still seems to be just getting started. Rita Braver offers this Sunday Profile.
Bad Economy Equals Hum-Drum Fashion
Paris Fashion Week ended on Sunday, capping a season which saw designers play it safe to coax customers into stores despite the global financial crisis.
TV's Import Business
"The Office" was a comedy hit in England before being transplanted to the U.S., where the American version became a hit in its own right. David Edelstein looks at new shows that were road-tested overseas.
Second Cup Cafe: James Otto
Standing 6'5" with a frame more like a football player than an entertainer, country music newcomer James Otto's mere presence is enough to garner attention. Yet his voice is perhaps an even bigger attention-grabber.
Greg Kinnear's Portrayal Is "Genius"
Academy Award-winning actor Greg Kinnear sat down with Early Show co-anchor Harry Smith to discuss his latest film, "Flash of Genius."
Castroneves Pleads Not Guilty To Tax Rap
Two-time Indianapolis 500 winner and TV "Dancing With The Stars" champion Helio Castroneves pleaded not guilty to charges that he used offshore accounts to evade U.S. taxes on more than $5 million in income.
James Earl Jones To Receive SAG Award
James Earl Jones, who has voiced some of entertainment's most memorable characters, will receive the 2008 Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award.
Stars Voice Concerns Over Economy
It was movie stars celebrating movies, a host of celebs gathered in Hollywood for the American Film Institute's annual "AFI Night at the Movies." They also voiced concerns about the ailing economy.
Banned Chinese Director Gets Green Light
Formerly banned Chinese director Zhang Yuan said he's delighted that his new movie has cleared government censors without a single cut, but that he's still struggling to find a domestic audience for his art-house films.
Paparazzi Called In Tip On Locklear
An attorney for the woman whose 911 call led to Heather Locklear's arrest says she also snapped paparazzi photos, but alerted authorities for safety's sake.
Politics Takes Center Stage
In an industry where fall means ratings, box-office receipts and Billboard charts, entertainment news has taken a back seat to the 2008 presidential election.
Phish No Longer "Gone Fishing"
The Vermont jam band Phish, which disbanded in 2004, announced it's reuniting for three dates next March in Virginia and more after that.
S. Korean Actress Dies In Apparent Suicide
One of South Korea's most popular actresses was found dead in an apparent suicide after suffering from post-divorce depression and harassment by online rumors about her allegedly irregular financial dealings, police said.
Mr. Clean Actor Dead At 92
House Peters Jr., a TV actor who became the original Mr. Clean in Proctor & Gamble's commercials for household cleaners, died Wednesday. He was 92.
Can Pusan Festival Boost S. Korea Films?
The Pusan Film Festival, which is one of Asia's top film festivals, kicked off with an eye toward shoring up South Korea's depressed domestic movie industry.
"Mail Goggles" To Combat Stupid E-mails
This feature is designed to prevent you from sending stupid e-mails in the small hours, when you're most likely to be inebriated and at risk of making a complete idiot of yourself.
Pacino To Be Honored In Rome
The lineup for this month"s Rome Film festival calls for appearances by Al Pacino, Keira Knightley, Viggo Mortensen and Colin Firth.
Couric Makes News With Interviews
After years of bad press about ratings and style, CBS Evening News anchor Katie Couric is garnering praise for her camopaign season interviews.
"Gary Unmarried" A Modern Spin On Sitcoms
Actor/comedian Jay Mohr is a barrel of laughs on the set of his new CBS comedy, "Gary Unmarried," where he plays the title character, Gary Brooks.
DiCaprio Not Ready To Settle Down
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio says he's not ready to be a father. The 33-year-old actor, who has an on-and-off relationship with model Bar Refaeli, says he has no plans at the moment to settle down and start a family.
