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Merv Griffin: Dead at Age 82

For the kids of today, Merv Griffin is probably just another old guy who did stuff on television. But to someone my age or older, Merv Griffin is a television icon. While Michele reported that the doctors were hoping to upgrade his condition, Merv passed away today at the age of 82 of prostate cancer. Over the years, Mervyn Edward “Merv” Griffin was a talk show host, an entertainer, a pianist, television personality, and television executive. He began his career as a singer (at one point, he formed his own record label, Panda Records) and also appeared in movies and … Continue reading →

Celebrity “Real” or “Rumor”: America Nesting, Eva’s Triplets, and More

America Nesting No, Emmy-nominated “Ugly Betty” actress America Ferrera is not pregnant (big RUMOR), but she is looking to settle down in some new digs. The actress recently revealed that she and her longtime boyfriend are looking for a new home together. Twenty-three-year-old Ferrera, first met her beau in college (University of Southern California) when he cast her in his student film. Now the two say they are ready to share living space with each other. But they say they want to do so away from the glitz and glamour of downtown L.A. (Is Beverly Hills far enough away?) They … Continue reading →

All Is Not Well In Tinseltown

At least for some stars… TV legend Merv Griffin has been hospitalized for a recurrence of prostate cancer. According to his rep, Griffin is being treated at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center for cancer discovered during a routine examination a few weeks ago. In a statement released earlier today the 82-year-old game show producer said: “I’d rather play Jeopardy! than live it. I was ready for a vacation; however, this wasn’t the destination I had in mind.” It’s nice to see Griffin’s sense of humor remains intact. Meanwhile, singer Jon Bon Jovi is lashing out at the owners of an energy drink. … Continue reading →