Fox Scheduling Rumors: ‘Idol’ On the Move? ‘Lone Star’ With ‘House’ On Monday? ‘Glee’ Part of All-Comedy Tuesday?
Here we go again. A rumor, which is making the rounds today, has Fox’s American Idol switching its Tuesday 8 PM/Wednesday 9 PM broadcast pattern to Wednesday 9 PM/Thursday 9 PM next season. While Idol could finally be on the move this year and the Thursday 9 PM slot is riper than ever for an assault, this looks a lot like one of those decoy Idol scheduling moves that are floated this time every year but never pan out.
New comedies Keep Hope Alive and Traffic Light landing on Tuesday, leading into Glee; the network’s third new comedy series Running Wilde held for midseason.
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Crystal Bowersox Touches a Chord in Toledo Homecoming
Crystal Bowersox had a few things she really wanted to do in Toledo, Ohio.
She wanted to reunite with bass player Frankie May at her old haunt, Papa’s Tavern. She wanted to see her family in Elliston, Ohio, and thank her fans by singing her original songs. She wanted to raise awareness about juvenile diabetes. But mostly, Bowersox wanted to move people and lift the spirits of her hometown.
On a car ride back to her hotel after a long Friday, Idol top 3 finalist Bowersox, 24, smiles a weary smile but tells PEOPLE contently, “That was my goal, and hopefully, mission accomplished.”
Casey James’s Sleepless (and Emotional) Texas-Sized Homecoming
American Idol finalist and Texas native Casey James, 27, had time in everything in his schedule but sleep.
At 6:40 a.m. Friday, James hopped into his stretch SUV limo and waved at the gathering crowd before heading off to the first of 10 scheduled appearances.
“I love everything about Texas, ” he said, as he waved at fans in cars with cameras chasing his limo despite a massive police escort. “It is good to be home.”
Lee DeWyze Tears up During Hometown Chicago Visit
Tears came to Lee DeWyze‘s eyes more than five times during his visit to his native Chicago on Friday.
“It was so intense, ” said the American Idol hopeful, who is one of the remaining three contestants along with Crystal Bowersox and Casey James.
During a packed day full of emotional overflow, DeWyze, 24, rekinded with old teachers at his Forest View District 214 High School, family members like his brother Mike — and also performed for over 41, 000 people at Arlington Park Racetrack.
When Lee DeWyze was ‘Hoodie Guy’ at Potato Creek Johnny’s
I used to call him “Hoodie Guy.”
Before I knew his name was Lee, I just knew him as the guy who always wore a hoodie.
Lots of people sing karaoke every Tuesday night at the bar I sometimes bar tend at, Potato Creek Johnny’s in Glenview. (I am also a copy editor at the Daily Herald.) I’ve been working at the bar off and on since 1997, and I’ve seen a lot of karaoke.
Some people are good. Some people are bad. Some people are so unbelievably terrible I’ve joked about selling earplugs behind the bar for 50 cents to make some extra cash.
Only thing was, when Hoodie Guy sang, everyone got quiet. Hoodie Guy could really sing. Hoodie Guy made even karaoke songs his own. Hoodie Guy was awesome.
‘Legal threat’ over Winnie film
Production on Jennifer Hudson’s film biography of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela is to start despite threats of legal action, the film’s producer has said.
Speaking at the Cannes Film Festival, Andre Pieterse said lawyers for the ex-wife of former South African President Nelson Mandela had written to him.
He said the letter “contained the threat” of action that could stop production.
The film, titled Winnie, also stars Terrence Howard as Nelson Mandela.
Jennifer Hudson and Terrence Howard: Winnie in Cannes
Taking their turn on press duty, Jennifer Hudson and Terrence Howard were spotted out together in Cannes, France on Saturday (May 15).
The “American Idol” alum and her “Crash” actor co-star hit up the Martini Terrace as they held a photocall for their new movie, “Winnie”.
Sparks ignites thrills for her tri-state fans
It was reminiscent of an “American Idol” season finale — complete with one powerhouse diva and throngs of screaming fans.
“Idol” winner Jordin Sparks took the Mississippi Moon Bar stage Friday night, performing to a packed house. The show was part of Sparks’ “Battlefield” tour, supporting her CD of the same name.
The Life of Riley kept the crowd at bay before Sparks strutted on stage, launching into “Battlefield” and her latest hit, “S.O.S. (Let the Music Play).”
Hearthrob Josh to become latest Britain’s Got Talent star
Sixteen-year-old Josh Barry is the latest hopefully to impress the judges with his singing skills on Britain’s Got Talent. He sang his way in the hearts of the judges and the audience with his own take on the classic song My Girl by The Temptations.
Amanda Holden pointed out that he obviously loved performing in front of the audience and that he definitely had the potential to be a great popstar. Josh was pleased by her comments but had mentioned he was more afraid of what Simon was going to say.
She said: “I honestly think you have star quality.”
Athletes, musicians to join sports fundraiser
ENCINITAS — The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce is encouraging families and the community to get in the game at “A Sporting Life” fundraiser at Oak Crest Middle School.
Eve Selis, The New Archaic and Stripes and Lines will provide music. “American Idol” contestant Jessica Sierra will sing the national anthem.
‘Glee’ spreads joy with stage tour
LOS ANGELES – It’s six hours into the taping of the “Glee” season finale and the audience at the Saban Theater in Beverly Hills, California — made up of Facebook and Twitter fans of the show, some of whom have flown in from across the country just for the taping — is getting restless.
Fueled by just Dixie cups of water and fruit, blood sugar is lagging, and patience with the overhead balloon lights, being tweaked by a millimeter yet again, is wearing thin. Actress Jane Lynch, who plays the obstreperous cheerleader coach/drill sergeant Sue Sylvester, comes to the balcony to answer some questions and keep the crowd engaged — or at least awake. One fan asks her what has been her favorite bitchtacular “Sue line” from the script.
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Adam Lambert’s Almost Fire Marshal Fiasco
Adam Lambert may have been included in Paper’s Beautiful People issue, but he almost didn’t get into the mag’s party last night at the Standard hotel in West Hollywood.
When the American Idol singer showed up, the fire marshal wasn’t letting anyone in because they were over capacity. Fortunately…
Lambert finally did make it into the bash, where he hung out in the H&M area with folks like Emma Roberts and Danny Masterson. Also at the party was super-producer Mark Ronson, who deejayed with sister Samantha.
