Celebrity birthdays for the week of Aug. 16-22 Aug 13, 2009
Actress Kyra Sedgwick is 44. Actor Kevin Dillon ("Entourage") is 44. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Jessica book sales fall short Aug 10, 2009
Kyra Sedgwick, one of the prominent New Yorkers duped by Bernie Madoff, is no fan of the feds. "The fact that someone blew the whistle on [Madoff] three times and nobody did anything about it? It was hideous," Sedgiwck says. (Yahoo News -- Jessica Lynch)
True Blood is the only reason I have HBO (everything else is a bonus), so for... Aug 9, 2009
Damages' Glenn Close will look to make it two female lead drama series awards in a row as she competes against fellow cable leads Kyra Sedgwick (TNT's The Closer), Holly Hunter (TNT's Saving Grace) and Elizabeth Moss (Mad Men) ... ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIESSally Field, Brothers and Sisters (ABC)Kyra Sedgwick, The Closer (TNT)Glenn Close, Damages (FX)Elizabeth Moss, Mad Men (AMC)Mariska Hargitay, Law & Order SVU (NBC)Holly Hunter, Saving Grace (TNT). (Multichannel News)
Awards Guru Girds for Battle Jul 27, 2009
Kyra Sedgwick The Closer (TNT). Elisabeth Moss Mad Men (AMC). (Multichannel News)
Griffin brings her version of reali-D to Fresno Jul 24, 2009
I got the news and I woke (wife, actress Kyra Sedgwick) up and she was on her way to work ... I got the news and I woke (wife, actress Kyra Sedgwick) up and she was on her way to work. (Fresno Bee)
Cable Corners Emmy Nods Jul 19, 2009
Damages' Glenn Close will look to make it two female lead drama series awards in a row as she competes against fellow cable leads Kyra Sedgwick (TNT's The Closer), Holly Hunter (TNT's Saving Grace) and Elizabeth Moss (AMC's Mad Men), as well as Sally Field (ABC's Brothers and Sisters) and Mariska Hargitay (NBC's Law & Order: SVU). Breaking Bad's Bryan Cranston will also defend his lead drama actor award this year against Michael C. Hall (Showtime's Dexter), Gabriel Byrne (HBO's In Treatment),... (Multichannel News)
TNT's Successful Three-Night Strategy of Original Programming Continues With 3.9 Million Viewers Tuning in to the Season Premiere of Leverage And 3.5 Million Viewers for the Series Premiere of Dark Blue Jul 17, 2009
TNT, one of cable's top-rated networks, is television's destination for drama and home to such original series as the acclaimed and highly popular detective drama The Closer, starring Kyra Sedgwick; Saving Grace, starring Holly Hunter; Raising the Bar, with Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Gloria Reuben and Jane Kaczmarek; Leverage, starring Timothy Hutton; Hawthorne, with Jada Pinkett Smith; and Dark Blue, starring Dylan McDermott. TNT also presents such powerful dramas as Bones, Cold Case, Law , Without a... (Multichannel News)
US comedy sitcom "30 Rock" leads Emmy nominations Jul 17, 2009
" Glenn Close, who won best actress last year, is again nominated for "Damages" competing against screen veterans Sally Field in "Brothers and Sisters," Holly Hunter in "Saving Grace" and Kyra Sedgwick in "The Closer. " Mariska Hargitay from NBC's "Law " rounds out the list of nominees for best actress in a drama. Spoof workplace documentary "The Office," which won best comedy in 2006, was again nominated for the top comedy award, including a nomination for Steve Carell as outstanding lead actor... (Channelnewsasia.com)
61st Primetime Emmy Nominations Announced Jul 17, 2009
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series "Brothers rs", Sally Field as Nora Walker "The Closer," Kyra Sedgwick as Brenda Leigh Johnson "Damages," Glenn Close as Patty Hewes "Law : Special Victims Unit," Mariska Hargitay as Detective Olivia Benson "Mad Men," Elisabeth Moss as Peggy Olson "Saving Grace," Holly Hunter as Grace Hanadarko. Outstanding Lead Actress In A Miniseries Or A Movie "Accidental Friendship," Chandra Wilson as Yvonne "Coco Chanel," Shirley MacLaine as Coco Chanel "Grey... (CBS News)
Emmy loves "Mad Men," snubs "The Shield"! Jul 17, 2009
" Kyle Chandler, who's riveting as coach Taylor on "Friday Night Lights," was snubbed. And his co-star, Connie Britton, was left off the best actress list, which includes Glenn Close for "Damages" and Holly Hunter for "Saving Grace," along with Kyra Sedgwick ("The Closer"), Sally Field ("Brothers and Sisters") and Mariska Hargitay ("Law & Order: Special Victims Unit"). "Brothers and Sisters" isn't exactly Emmy material, but then Sally Field could make a brief appearance in the Goombay Lounge of... (Salon)
Emmy three-peat? Jul 17, 2009
Most of the nominations included the usual suspects: Lost, The Office, Dexter, Hugh Laurie, Tina Fey, Glenn Close, Mariska Hargitay, Holly Hunter, Alec Baldwin, Tony Shalhoub and Kyra Sedgwick. The Emmys are scheduled to be awarded on Sept. 20 on CBS.. (The Palm Beach Post)
Nielsens: HBO pulls off a trifecta Jul 15, 2009
Kyra Sedgwick once again has the No. 1 cable show with The Closer. WHAT'S ON TV TONIGHT. (USA Today -- Life)
Daily TV guide Jul 10, 2009
Will Ferrell; Kyra Sedgwick; Mos Def. Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson at 12:37 a.m. on Chs. (Boston Globe)
Actress' pregnancy is written into 'Eureka' cable series Jul 9, 2009
Kyra Sedgwick says she's been offered roles in cop dramas over the years, but always turned them down because they focused too much on police work. "The Closer" was different. (Fresno Bee)
British actors dominate TV Globes Jul 5, 2009
Alec Baldwin was named best comedy actor for 30 Rock, while Kyra Sedgwick won the best drama actress award for The Closer. The Golden Globes are awarded by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Dreamgirls Wins Big at the Golden Globes Jul 5, 2009
So we go directly from Kyra Sedgwick's speech to ... 8:15 p.m. Now it's time for best actress in a television drama, or as Tina Fey calls it, "the least humorous performance by a female." This one goes to Kyra Sedgwick yes. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
The Penalty for 'Extraordinary Evil': Madoff Gets 150 Years Jun 30, 2009
The scam's victims included high-profile celebrity names such as actress Kyra Sedgwick, actor Kevin Bacon, director Steven Spielberg, actress Zsa Zsa Gabor, actor John Malkovich, New York Daily News owner Mort Zuckerman and the family trust of DreamWorks CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg, as well as charities, universities, hedge funds, banks and pension funds around the world. Mr. Madoff's lawyer, Ira Sorkin, had asked for only a 12-year sentence for his client, noting that Madoff's advanced age meant he... (Time.com)
Closers Kitty dies on show and real life Jun 25, 2009
Fritz (Jon Tenney) and Brenda (Kyra Sedgwick) share a tender moment with their belovedKitty on The Closer ... That moment came Monday night on The Closer when Brenda Johnson, played by actress Kyra Sedgwick, had to put her beloved cat Kitty to sleep. (MSNBC -- News)
Critic's corner Jun 22, 2009
Pictured from left: Reynolds, Kyra Sedgwick, and Tony Denison. Nurse Jackie 10:30 p.m., Showtime. (Boston Globe)
Newsweek: Is this the year of the 'cougar'? Jun 19, 2009
That started changing when HBO let not-so-young actresses steal the TV spotlight in shows like Sex and the City, and major and cable networks followed by casting Sally Field, Glenn Close and Kyra Sedgwick in dramas, among others. Now we're about to enter the summer of the cougar at the multiplex. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Nielsens: Big games score big ratings Jun 17, 2009
1 million), the TNT series starring Kyra Sedgwick, took its accustomed spot at the top of the cable chart. Reruns of NCIS on USA claimed the volume crown, with 12 broadcasts making the week's Top 40. (USA Today -- Life)
'Good Wife' faces stiff cable competition Jun 16, 2009
Some of the actresses who forged the trend of strong women in leading roles on cable - Kyra Sedgwick ("The Closer" on TNT), Mary-Louise Parker ("Weeds" on Showtime), Holly Hunter ("Saving Grace" on TNT) -return to their series, while Edie Falco ("Nurse Jackie" on Showtime) and Jada Pinkett Smith ("Hawthorne" on TNT) join the fold. (Glenn Close, who won an Emmy for her role on FX's "Damages," already completed her season. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Who should receive Emmy nominations? Tough call Jun 5, 2009
Kyra Sedgwick, The Closer (TNT) ... Glenn Close, Damages Kyra Sedgwick, The Closer Evangeline Lilly, Lost Jill Scott, No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency Anna Paquin, True Blood January Jones, Mad Men. (USA Today -- Life)
NEW ON DVD: 'New in Town' never moves past predictable formula May 29, 2009
"The Closer" -- The Complete Fourth Season: Kyra Sedgwick continues her Emmy-nominated portrayal of Deputy Chief Brenda Johnson, leader of a Los Angeles detective squad specializing in high-profile crimes. This DVD set is hitting stores just in time to let fans catch up before the June 8 TNT debut of season five. (Florida Today)
Kevin Bacon Mugged in Subway May 25, 2009
One star's number is very likely stored in that phone -- Bacon's wife, Kyra Sedgwick. Bacon could not be reached for comment. (New York Post -- News)
Turner Spreads the Wealth May 25, 2009
There are also dramas from Steven Bochco (working title is Class Action, about a down-on-his-luck lawyer), Jerry Bruckheimer (Dark Blue, about undercover cops in Los Angeles) and the husband-and-wife team of Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon (working title Zapata, Texas, about a new sheriff in a small border town). Unscripted entries include a series about The Mayo Clinic, and the feel-good project Trip of a Lifetime. (Multichannel News)
Hot Time In New York For TNT's 'Leverage' Cast May 24, 2009
Along with Hutton, bold-face names included Kyra Sedgwick, Holly Hunter, George Lopez, Gloria Rubens, Tyler Perry and Ray Romano. Will Smith was in attendance, too, stopping in to lend support to wife Jada Pinkett Smith, there representing her new TNT drama series, Hawthorne. (Multichannel News)
Malibu's marvel (2) Apr 30, 2009
"In "Loverboy," Kyra Sedgwick plays Dominic's mom who refuses to let her son interact with other children, go to school or do anything outside of her control. Dominic's character wants more than anything to be able to do the same things a normal child is allowed to do, but must deal with the requests of his mentally distraught, single parent.The film includes an all-star cast, including Sandra Bullock, Matt Dillon and Marissa Tomi. It is expected to run the various film festival circuits, but... (Malibu Times, CA)
Critics: U.N.'s Participation in Earth Hour Just Hot Air Mar 28, 2009
" WWF organizers say nearly 2,900 cities worldwide will participate in Earth Hour, with at least 250 American cities among them, including Chicago, Dallas, Miami and San Francisco. Plenty of celebrities have signed on to the cause, including musicians Alanis Morissette, Melissa Etheridge and Wynonna Judd, as well as actors Edward Norton, Cate Blanchett, Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick. And, of course, the United Nations. "It's an attention-grabbing gesture that they expect to pay off for them big... (Fox News)
Celebrities, TV Shows, Students, Local & Global Musicians, Buildings, Businesses and Restaurants all turning out for Earth Hour L.A., March 28th Mar 21, 2009
Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, Tony Okungbowa from "Ellen Degeneres Show," Baron Davis, Will. I.Am, Mary Hart, Tom Bergeron, Alanis Morissette, Los Angeles Kings, Dancing with the Stars, CSI, Entertainment Tonight, Price is Right," CBS Television City and Others Commit to Going Dark for Global Climate Event -- Free Citywide Celebration to Take Place During Earth Hour at L.A. LIVE Featuring Local Singer/Songwriter Gina Rene and Her Anthem "Be the Change"-- LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hollywood Supports WWF's Earth Hour as Sets Go Dark on "CSI," "Dancing with the Stars," "Price is Right" and "Entertainment Tonight" Mar 20, 2009
Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, Baron Davis, Will ... Edward Norton, Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, members of the L.A. Kings, Alanis Morissette, Keisha Knight Pulliam, Jennette McCurdy, Baron Davis, Big Kenny of Big & Rich, Tom Bergeron of "Dancing with the Stars," Will. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bernie Madoff's billionaire victims Mar 18, 2009
Actors Kevin Bacon and his wife Kyra Sedgwick, as well as John Malkovich and Zsa Zsa Gabor were also among the many believed to be defrauded. "I thought it would end quickly, but it proved impossible," said Madoff, before being remanded to jail and facing a possible 150-year sentence. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Ponzi Scheme Finally Sinks Madoff Mar 13, 2009
They range from elderly Florida retirees to actors Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick and Nobel Peace Prize winner Elie Wiesel. Madoff implicated no one else, though investigators suspect relatives and top lieutenants may have been in on the scheme. (CBS News)
MADOFF PLEA: GUILTY... Mar 13, 2009
Victims big and small were swindled by Madoff, from elderly Florida retirees to actors Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick and Nobel Peace Prize winner Elie Wiesel. . (The Drudge Report)
SO SORRY, HE SAYS... Mar 13, 2009
Victims big and small were swindled by Madoff, from elderly Florida retirees to actors Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick and Nobel Peace Prize winner Elie Wiesel. After arguments began on whether Madoff should remain free on bail, his lawyer Ira Sorkin described the bail conditions and how Madoff had, "at his wife's own expense," paid for private security at his penthouse. (The Drudge Report)
Strange Use of Tongue Mar 11, 2009
Also in attendance at the family-friendly fun day was hosts Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick, Bridget Moynahan, Jamie King, Shannen Doherty, Angie Harmon, Billy Ray Cyrus, Alice Cooper, Courtney Throne-Smith and Chris Cornell. Is this a song that doesn t end. (Fox News)
Psychologist's book tries to make sense of Manny Mar 10, 2009
Others at the star-studded event included Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon, Angie Harmon, Alice Cooper, Melissa Joan Hart, Lisa Rinna, Joely Fisher, Justin Chambers, Jillian Barberie, Eric Dane, Perry Farrell, Shannen Doherty, and Lance Bass. Regan released from hospitalBoston's foremost flack George Regan was released last night from MGH, where he'd been hospitalized since collapsing last Wednesday at the Seaport Hotel. (Boston Globe)
TV on DVD VB Purchasing Guide Mar 9, 2009
98 Crime: In this TNT series, Kyra Sedgwick stars as Deputy Chief Brenda Johnson. HBO Home Entertainment will debut the hot vampire series True Blood on DVD and Blu-ray Disc in May, in time for the premiere of the second season on HBO in June. (Multichannel News)
Mel Seeks a Comeback Mar 3, 2009
Platt had a lot of friends in the house last night including Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick to cheer him on. It s a tough part since around him lots of people are dancing. (Fox News)
Oscar Hair Looks Shine on the Red Carpet Feb 24, 2009
Vetica used Moroccanoil products to style long-time client Salma Hayek and actress Kyra Sedgwick for the Golden Globe Awards, and to finish Rosario Dawson's look for the SAG Awards. "Their products are lightweight, versatile and work fast on every hair type," says Vetica. (PR Newswire)
Army Archerd Feb 10, 2009
They says they've spoken to Madoff victims: noted in the book are Steven Spielberg, Kevin Bacon, and Kyra Sedgwick. Other guests included Robert Evans, whose next Phoenix book, "The Fat Lady Sang," is "The Kid Stays In The Picture, Part II." Also at the Phoenix Books' bash was Robert Blake in a rare pubic appearance. (Variety)
The Watch List Feb 10, 2009
From 9 to 10 p.m. is a tougher pick, but it goes to "The Closer" on TNT, which is the highest-rated cable drama - a police procedural starring Kyra Sedgwick. From 10 to 11 p.m., check out TNT's new drama "Trust Me," set in the advertising world and starring Tom Cavanagh and Eric McCormack. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
King, Malkovich conned by Madoff Feb 8, 2009
Kevin Bacon and his wife Kyra Sedgwick earlier acknowledged they had investments with Madoff, though they were not on the list. A lawyer for Zsa Zsa Gabor has said the 91-year-old actress may have lost as much as $10 million invested in the alleged Madoff pyramid scheme. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
AFTER-PARTIES Feb 8, 2009
The bash: HBO The venue: Circa 55 restaurant, poolside at the Beverly Hilton The stars: Mark Wahlberg, Drew Barrymore, Hill Harper, John Krasinski, Jeremy Piven, Leonardo DiCaprio, Blair Underwood, Laura Linney, Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Will Arnett, Paul Giamatti and Sting. Seen & heard: "Eh, it could have been better," said Wahlberg, who produces series In Treatment and Entourage, "but it was a good night.". (USA Today -- Life)
