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[WATCH] Jimmy Kimmel, Mark Wahlberg & Others Congratulate Toucher & Rich For 10th Anniversary

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THE MOUTH, AUGUST 18TH, 2016 –– As we first spotted a couple of week's back on the marquee on Boston's Wibur Theater, Fred Toucher, Rich Shertenlieb, aka Toucher & Rich of CBS's 98.5 Sports Hub celebrated their 10th anniversary in the city before 7a sold-out live audience this week. There to wish them well in person or by 7video were Boston Celtics player Brian Scalabrine, plus video greets from Bob Saget, actor Mark Wahlberg, Jimmy Kimmel (slightly NSFW), Dicky Barrett, Comedian Robert Kelly, WFAN'S Boomer & Esaison and many more.

Comedian Bill Burr made an appearance and Rob Gronkowski, wanders onto the screen to personally congratulate the show. Listeners contributed as well on Facebook with a special Photoshopped image of the show members (left) PHOTOS/courtesy of Toucher & Rich WATCH VIDEO HERE

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Madison Square Garden Eyeing More Live-Event Opportunities, Takes 12% Stake In Townsquare

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THE MOUTH, AUGUST 18TH, 2016 –– Madison Square Garden has taken a stake in Townsquare Media Inc. as part of an effort to cooperate on new live-event opportunities reports The Wall Street Journal. MSG bought about 3.2 million shares of 7Townsquare, a 12% stake, from GE Capital, the companies said Wednesday, confirming a Tuesday report by The Wall Street Journal. Given Townsquare’s market value of of about $230 million, meaning the 12% stake MSG is taking is worth nearly $30 million.

MSG owns teams including New York’s Knicks and Rangers and venues including Madison Square Garden and Radio City Music Hall in New York. Townsquare owns 310 radio stations and more than 325 websites in 66 U.S. markets. It also puts on some 550 live events a year in the U.S. and Canada. Townsquare was founded in 2009 by Chief Executive Steven Price, a former head of telecommunications, technology and media investing at private-equity firm Centerbridge Partners. Before that, he was deputy assistant secretary of defense for spectrum, space and communications from 2001 to 2003. MSG’s investment is also aimed at giving the company more expertise in the festival business.

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96.3 KKLZ's Mike O'Brian Inks Multi-Year Extension; Now In 31st Year

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 18TH, 2016 –– Beasley Media Group Las Vegas has signed Morning Host/ Program Director Mike O’Brian to a multi-year contract at 96.3 KKLZ. “Mike O’Brian holds the distinction of being the longest-running morning show host in Las Vegas radio history!” said Market Manager Tom Humm. “As Mike enjoys his 31st year, he continues to serve as Program Director as well."

7“I’m honored to work with our great staff here at 96.3 KKLZ. And, I’m so proud to work with my partner in crime in the morning, also known as my talented Co-Host Carla Rea!” added Mike. “I’m glad that the Beasley team and Market Manager Tom Humm have shown such faith and confidence in me. I’m just really grateful for the opportunity to continue to serve as Program Director, while I am living my lifelong dream as a record-breaking Host of a fantastic Morning Radio Show in Vegas, baby!”Send your best to Mike HERE

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ON AIR: Jackie Green Takes Afternoons On 105.3 HOT FM Grand Rapids

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 18TH, 2016 –– 105.3 HOT FM announced that Jackie Green will be joining its on-air staff as Host of Afternoons with Jackie Green. Her show will replace afternoons with Kiki starting Monday, August 22, 2016. Green is a Kalamazoo native and Ferris State University alumnus where she received her bachelor’s degree in communication while running cross-country and track and being active in the theatre program. Before coming to 105.3 HOT FM, Green worked as a reporter for the local FOX 17 Morning News Team for two years, where she was very involved with the community through station events. She has also had over four years experience on-air as a midday host on 97.9 WGRD.

Green caught the radio bug during her last year in college, while interning for a morning radio show. Outside of work, Green is still an avid runner, reader, actress, pageant competitor, wife and most recently a mother to her two-month-old daughter, Greenleigh. She will continue to be active throughout Grand Rapids, in addition to being live weekday afternoons on 105.3 HOT FM.

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Voter Analysis Reveals Radio As Strongest Way To Reach Young Independent Voters In Key States

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THE MOUTH, AUGUST 18TH, 2016 –– Customizing radio messages to local markets in key battleground states is the most impactful way to swing young Independent voters in the upcoming presidential election and in critical down ballot races, according to the latest report of “The Local Vote 2016.” Katz Media Group commissioned Nielsen to take the pulse of voters by measuring how various media can reach and influence the electorate. In this fifth wave of the study, the spotlight shines on a crucial voting segment within key battleground states – the one in four voters in these states who are Independent, and have no affiliation with the Democratic or Republican parties.

The study analyzed custom data from Independent voters across seven states (Ohio, Florida, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Virginia, Wisconsin and Colorado.) Key Media Findings Include: · Radio is the #1 reaching media platform among 94% of battleground Independents, followed by Broadcast TV (88%), Cable TV (85%) or Mobile Internet (62%). · Radio moves youth. Even among the youngest voters, radio is tops in reach. Radio is the media platform used by the most Millennial Independents in battleground states (94%).

· On a weekly basis, more Millennial Independents listen to Contemporary Hit Radio (54%) and Rock stations (52%) than watch major TV properties such as Broadcast Prime (45%), Local TV News (44%) and Cable News channels (26%). · Radio is also the media platform used by the most Generation X Independents in battleground states (97%). · One in three battleground Independents spend more time listening to radio than watching Television. On average, these voters listen to over 2 hours of radio daily, while watching less than 1 hour of TV. · Radio – across a diverse range of formats – outstrips cable news. On a weekly basis, more Independents will listen to News/Talk/Sports radio stations (33%) and music formats such as Adult Contemporary (43%), Rock (40%) and Country (35%) than watch cable news channels CNN (23%), Fox News (15%) or MSNBC (10%).

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EXECUTIVE ACTION: Bill Kelly Joins Cumulus As VP/Market Manager For Youngstown Cluster

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 18TH, 2016 –– Cumulus Media announces that it has appointed 35-year Youngstown market radio veteran Bill Kelly as Vice President/Market Manager for its eight-station cluster in Youngstown, OH. His appointment is effective on October 3, 2016. Kelly has a long career in Youngstown radio, starting with the original owners of WKBN-AM and helping to build the six-station iHeart Media cluster when it was first acquired by Jacor in 1997. He retired from iHeart Media in late February, where he was Regional President of a territory that included Youngstown, as well as Washington Court House in Ohio and three West Virginia markets.

Kelly said: “After meeting with CEO Mary Berner and other senior leaders at Cumulus, I knew I had to take advantage of this opportunity. I can’t thank them enough. The Cumulus brands as well as the staff are well positioned. I look forward to helping them get to the next level.”

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[LISTEN] Bachelorette Finalist James Taylor Revealed In Interview With Houston Morning Show

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 18TH, 2016 –– Houston native and Bachelorette finalist James Taylor revealed in Interview with MIX 96.5 Houston's Dave, Mahoney and DK Morning Show that he is in fact in the running to be the next Bachelor. After being rejected by JoJo last season, James told the show that in addition to working on his music career, he is in fact in talks with ABC (along with a few other candidates) to be the next Bachelor.

Pictured here from left to right are Dave Farra, DK, James Taylor, Lauren Kelly (Afternoons on Mix 96.5) and Mahoney. LISTEN TO INTERVIEW HERE

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Cumulus NYC Join For 6th Annual 'Bark In The Park'

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THE MOUTH, AUGUT 18TH, 2016 –– Cumulus Media’s 77 WABC, 95.5 WPLJ, and NASH FM 94.7 joined forces Saturday, August 13, for the 6th Annual “Bark in the Park” at New Jersey’s Overpeck Park, hosted by 77 WABC’s Mark Levin and various radio personalities from all three stations. The day featured a wide array of events including the always popular “My Dog Looks Like Me” contest!

The mission for the day was to find a home for as many dogs as possible, and it was a great success! More than 20 dogs were adopted onsite during the event from North Shore Animal League America and other area rescue organizations. Shown above lleft is 95.5 PLJ’s Johnny on the Street, Ralphie Aversa, Jayde Donovan, Race Taylor, and John Foxx (4) Winner of "My Dog Looks Like Me" Contest holding his filled-to-the-brim prize basket! At right is Mark Levin.

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Key 103 in Manchester Under Fire For Letting Chelsea Norris Go

By Graham Mack

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 18TH, 2016 –– The departure of Chelsea Norris from Key 103’s breakfast show is causing a stir with listeners and media in Manchester. The Manchester Evening News has published numerous articles on her sudden exit, forcing owners Bauer Media to issue a statement confirming that Key 103 is not renewing Chelsea’s contract. She has been at the station for 11 years and recently returned from maternity leave. Chelsea moved to Key 103 to join co-host Mike Toolan in 2005 after 4 years at Century, where she’d been a newsreader for both Tony Horne and Darren Proctor. Key 103 has continuously lost listeners for the last two years.

South African Radio Host Resigns On His First Day? - "Today I resigned from East Coast!!! First day on...Last day on!!! Somebody call the Guinness Book of World," read the tweet from Phat Joe. Shortly after the tweet went up a video of Joe throwing a massive tantrum at the studios, which involved smashing his welcome cake in the face of a producer, went viral. The producer, who didn't seem to be in on the prank, stormed into the studio to investigate what had rattled Joe, but 'couldn't calm' him down, which is when the radio jock threw a cake in his face. However, at the end of the video Joe walks back into the studio, laughing along with his other colleagues who also burst into laughter. WATCH HERE

Pooping Pig' Brings Facebook Live Video To Abrupt (And Messy) Halt - A 'pooping pig' brought a radio station's Facebook live video to an abrupt halt after it left a little present on the floor within minutes of going on air. The pig was making a guest appearance during a CountryWide interview on RTE Radio 1 in Dublin. But the animal, named Martina, obviously got a little nervous during her radio and social media appearance. Within minutes of the live Facebook stream started, she had managed to defecate all over the floor. Martina left a little surprise for a radio presenter and his guest. Ever the professionals, the presenter and his human guest attempted to continue with the interview, but it was clearly that had both noticed the strong stench. Of course, Martina was completely unaware of her mishap, and continued to sniff around the studio as though nothing had happened. Check out the video HERE

Reach Graham at +44 7752 416905. Twitter: @GrahamMack Web: www.mackmedia.co.uk Email: graham@mackmedia.co.uk

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7Swift Gives $1 Million To Louisiana Flood Air; Gaga Reveals Single

 

7Taylor Swift Donates $1 Million To Louisiana Flood Relief

James Corden Calls Colbert Feud Rumors 'Silly'

UH OH: DeCaprio Foundation Connected To $3 Billion Embezzlement Case

[WATCH] Yes, Michael Phelps Is Retiring, But Hang On Sparky

Lady Gaga To Release 'Perfect Illusion'

[WATCH] Pizza Hut Serves Up Playable Pizza Box DJ Decks

ABC News Launches ’20/20’ Digital Original ‘Young And Gifted' Series

Yoko Ono Names Lennon Ono Grant For Peace Recipients

Blake Shelton Releases Statement Over Alleged Homophobic Tweets

Calvin Harris Tops Forbes Electronic Cash King's List At $63 Million

Shad "Bow Wow" Moss To Host Spike's Musical Game Show 'Tracks'

[LISTEN] The George Carlin Routine Deemed Too Dark for Release

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Scott Shannon To Host 28th Annual National Radio Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony In Chicago

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THE MOUTH, AUGUST 17TH, 2016 –– WCBS-FM 101.1 New York morning personality and United Stations Radio Network’s nationally syndicated host of America’s Greatest Hits Scott Shannon will host the 28th Annual National Radio Hall of Fame Induction ceremony and celebration. The black-tie optional event will be held Thursday, November 17 at the Museum of Broadcast Communications in downtown Chicago from 6-9 p.m. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available at www.radiohof.org. National Radio Hall of Fame Chairman Kraig T. Kitchin says, “Scott Shannon adds a whole lot of fun and energy to an already electric and emotion filled evening. He’s a 2006 National Radio Hall of Fame Inductee himself, so he knows just how meaningful this evening is for our Class of 2016 Inductees and will bring the perfect tenor to the ceremony.”

The 2016 inductees include George G. Beasley, Delilah, Jeff & Jer (Jeff Detrow & Jerry Cesak), Eric & Kathy (Eric Ferguson & Kathy Hart), Steve Harvey, Bob Kingsley, Kidd Kraddick, Tony Roberts, Michael Savage and Neil Rogers.

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Radio Listeners Responding More Than Ever To Ads Via Texting; Text Codes The New 800 Number

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THE MOUTH, AUGUST 17TH, 2016 –– The Marketing Architects Group has found evidence in their direct-response approach that the answer to reaching advertisers lies in smartphones. “We’ve integrated text response into our exclusive programmatic buying platform for radio. By leveraging our 19-year historical database of radio response data, we ensure profitable ROI at every media intersection.” Minneapolis-based Marketing Architects has found that text codes are 7becoming the new 800 number. The agency has invested more than $11 million in telephone infrastructure that takes SMS texting campaigns to a whole new level. The results of their drive-to-text efforts have exceeded all expectations. In fact, Marketing Architects has proven that people are as much as 4 times more likely to respond to a radio ad via text than call an 800 number.

“We’ve doubled down on our technology investments and analytic horsepower to harness the true potential texting can have on making radio work for marketers,” said Chuck Hengel, founder and CEO of Marketing Architects. “We’ve integrated text response into our exclusive programmatic buying platform for radio. By leveraging our 19-year historical database of radio response data, we ensure profitable ROI at every media intersection.” In addition to building out the technology platform to provide this capability, the agency acquired a war chest of exclusive premium short codes, proven to drive better results than standard codes. For more information about Marketing Architects, visit www.marketingarchitects.com. READ MORE HERE

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KTSA'S Elizabeth Ruiz Inducted Into San Antonio Hall Of Fame

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 17TH, 2016 –– 30 plus-year KTSA radio veteran, Elizabeth Ruiz was inducted into the San Antonio Radio Hall of Fame Sunday, August 14th. Ruiz is a member of the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, Edgewood Hall of Fame, and Fiesta San Antonio's Order of the Cascaron. She has been honored as United Way's Cultural Arts Volunteer of the Year and is a recipient of the Governor's Yellow Rose of Texas award. Ruiz is also an Honorary Knight with the Royal Rosarians of Portland, Oregon.

“It's truly an honor to be in the San Antonio Radio Hall of Fame with such a distinguished class of 2016 inductees. I'm truly blessed to have worked with some of the best talent in the business for more than 3 decades and be part of the ‘radio family’ at KTSA and KTFM,” Ruiz remarked. The Society of San Antonio Radio Broadcasters is a social organization consisting of persons who worked as radio broadcasters in San Antonio, Texas, from 1950 through 1990.

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EXECUTIVE ACTION: Lisa Adams Named Mktg/Promotions Dir. Over Seattle Hubbard Combo

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 17TH, 2016 –– Hubbard Radio welcomes Lisa Adams to the role of Marketing/Promotions Director for WARM 106.9 KRWM Seattle. When asked to comment on her new gig Lisa said, “I’m so blessed and grateful to be joining such an incredible team at Warm 106.9. I look forward to helping this amazing brand grow to new levels. Thank you to (WARM PD) Ron Harrell and Marc Kaye for believing in my abilities.”

Lisa has a rich background in Programming, most recently serving as Program Director for Hubbard’s KLCK Seattle. Lisa begins her duties with the Mainstream Adult Contemporary station August 18th.

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SPORTS: NFL's Eric Decker To Join ESPN New York's Hahn & Humpty Show; WAXY 790 Miami Welcomes DJ Williams To Lineup; Savannah’s Rock 106.1 Becomes Home of Panthers

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 17TH, 2016 –– All-Pro wide receiver Eric Decker, in his third season with the New York Jets, will join Alan Hahn and Rick DiPietro on Hahn & Humpty each Tuesday during the 2016 NFL season. Hahn & Humpty is broadcast on ESPN New York 98.7FM from noon to 3 p.m. ET. Decker’s first appearance will be August 30. Decker signed a five-year contract with 7the New York Jets is 2014. Prior to that, he played four seasons with the Denver Broncos after being drafted in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft. In his six seasons in the NFL, Decker has logged 376 receptions, 5,059 yards and 50 touchdowns. Decker, the Jets’ 2015 Payton Man of the Year, is also a dedicated philanthropist.

-- Entercom Miami station WAXY AM 790 The Ticket announced the addition of University of Miami football and NFL star DJ Williams to its roster of on-air hosts. Williams will join the all-star cast of former NFL and college football players including University of Miami Sports Hall of Famer and former NFL star Brett Romberg and University of Michigan and former NFL player Leroy Hoard who already provide engaging football commentary

-- Savannah-Hilton Head is proud to announce that Rock 106.1 (WFXH) will be hitting the gridiron as the market exclusive home of Carolina Panthers football. Rock 106.1 plans on joining in the “Keep Pounding” fun with pre-game and post-game coverage in addition to coverage during the games. “Panther Talk” will air each Monday at 8PM with Head Coach Ron Rivera. Alpha Media VP/Market Manager, Gigi South added, “We’re happy to be able to make Cam Newton and the Carolina Panthers available to listeners in the Low Country whether they’re at work, on the beach or in their boat!”

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NETWORKS: Teams With Ora TV To Produce New Music For Larry King Now

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 17TH, 2016 –– Benztown, in partnership with Ora TV, composed and produced the new intro music for Larry King Now, Ora TV’s signature series, which just launched its fifth season. Benztown in-house composer Shane Drasin created the music bed, which Ora TV envisioned as having a Sinatra martini lounge-type feel with an uplifting sense of action. Ora TV is the entertainment digital network and production company founded by broadcasting legend Larry King and Mexican business mogul Carlos Slim.

Ora TV’s Emmy-nominated series Larry King Now is viewed millions of times per month online and is broadcast on TV around the world on Hulu and www.Ora.TV.com. The Benztown-composed and produced intro music bed airs now on “Larry King Now” at: http://www.Ora.TV/larrykingnow. For an audio clip of the new intro music, LISTEN HERE

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ABC Radio Announces Five Special Shows For Labor Day Weekend

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 17TH, 2016 –– As summer 2016 comes to its unofficial close, ABC Radio announces two exciting Labor Day weekend music specials, “San Francisco Celebration” and “The Greatest Modern Country Duets,” as well as, three one-hour news/talk specials “ABC News Radio’s Powerhouse Politics: 5 Things to Know,” “Back to School Survival Guide,” and “ABC Radio's 10% Happier with Dan Harris.”

ABC Radio is teaming up with Carlos Santana, the Doobie Brothers, Journey and Steve Miller to honor the remarkable rock and roll the Bay Area has produced over the years in the two-hour special, “San Francisco Celebration.” The special will include all-new interviews with the artists and their classic hits. In the special “The Greatest Modern Country Duets,” Lady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott and her mother, country singer Linda Davis, take a look at some of the all-time great country duets. The three- hour program will feature duets from Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean and Dierks Bentley as well as Linda’s Grammy-winning duet with Reba McEntire, “Does He Love You.” Hillary and Linda will also share cuts from the entire Davis family’s new album “Love Remains.” ABC Radio’s Brad Mielke examines the campaign trail past, present and future in “ABC News Radio’s Powerhouse Politics: 5 Things to Know.” In “Back to School Survival Guide,” ABC Radio's Alex Stone provides listeners with tips on everything from budgeting for college to the latest fashion trends.

Lastly, Nightline co-anchor Dan Harris explores how to attain inner peace and clarity in “ABC Radio's 10% Happier with Dan Harris.” For affiliation information, contact radio@abc.com.

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CBC Powers Up Following Exit Of Ghomeshi Successor, Shad; Ottawa's New Country 94 Shuffles Morning Lineup

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 17TH, 2016 –– Looks like CBC Radio Canada is switching hosts once again. Rapper Shad hosted his last show yesterday (August 16). According to straight.com, it experienced a ratings drop after former host Jian Ghomeshi was dismissed in October 2014 and was replaced with Shad in March 2015. The show also changed its logo from the uppercase Q to the lowercase q. Shad will be replaced with 29-year-old Tom Power (R), a presenter of CBC's Radio 2 Morning. Tom Power Dustin Rabin Power, originally from St. John's, Newfoundland, was formerly the host of the music show Deep Roots and is a part of a music segment on CBC TV's Our Centres program.

7Meanswhile, Ottawa’s New Country 94 has shuffled its morning show and laying off Ryan Lindsay and PJ Ste Marie and being replaced by Sophie Moroz and Matt Di Paola reports ottawasun.com. Moroz rejoins the New Country 94 team after a six-month stint at sister station Majic 100. Di Paola moves to the morning from the station’s afternoon time slot, swapping duties with former morning DJ Mary Anne Ivison.

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Talk 99.5 Birmingham Delivers Flag Signed By Hundreds Of Listeners In Support Of Dallas Police

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THE MOUTH, AUGUST 17TH, 2016 –– Cumulus Media's Talk 99.5 (WAPI-AM) in Birmingham showed its support for the Dallas Police Department with its gift of a large Alabama state flag, signed by hundreds of listeners and Birmingham police officers at station events over the past several weeks. On Monday, August 15, Matt Murphy and Andrea Lindenberg of Talk 99.5's "The Matt and Aunie Show" were in Dallas to personally present the signed flag to the Dallas Police Department. Matt and Aunie also broadcast their 6-10AM morning show live from Cumulus Media-Dallas studios yesterday. Please see the attached photos of Talk 99.5's Matt and Aunie presenting the signed Alabama flag to two Dallas police officers at Dallas police headquarters yesterday. Thanks for your interest.

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7Catch First Look At CBS 'JonBenet Ramsey' Docuseries Trailer

 

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Famed TV Talk Host George McLaughlin Passes Away At 89

Ellen Facing Backlash Over Tweet

Britney Spears Ready To Make History In Return To VMA'

Amber Heard & Johnny Depp Settle Divorce

David Bowie’s ‘The Man Who Fell To Earth’ Soundtrack Released Again

MANGIA: Lady Gaga & Father Releasing Cook Book

[WATCH] Justin Timberlake Crashes New Hamphire Wedding

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CHECK IT OUT: SI Brings Rio Stars Together For Cover Shoot

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A $100 Million Later, The Playboy Mansion Has A New Owner; Hefner Can Stay As Long As He Lives

Google Releases Duo video Chat App To Compete With FaceTime And Skype

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Steve Harvey Takes On FIFTH TV Show

HIDE THE CHILDREN: Bella Hadid Follows In Sister GiGi's Footsteps And Less In Vogue Paris

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