Swayze was romantic superstar with charm, swagger (Obituary)LOS ANGELES - Patrick Swayze, whose smashing success in the 1987 movie “Dirty Dancing” turned him into a romantic and rebellious icon for millions of young American women died Monday after a prolonged and brave battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 57. Actor Patrick Swayze dead at 57 after cancer battleLOS ANGELES - Hollywood actor Patrick Swayze, a symbol of youthful vitality in the 1980s’ movie world, has died at 57 after a protracted battle with cancer, his spokeswoman Annett Wolf said in a statement. Hollywood actor Patrick Swayze is deadNEW YORK/LOS ANGELES - Hollywood actor Patrick Swayze has died at 57, spokeswoman Annett Wolf told The Hollywood Reporter Monday. Kanye West tells Jay Leno he needs some time off after his ‘rude’ comment about Taylor SwiftLOS ANGELES — Kanye West used Jay Leno’s prime-time debut Monday to offer another apology for ruining Taylor Swift’s night at the MTV Video Music Awards and to say he’s going to take some time off for reflection. ‘America’s Got Talent’ finalists vying for $1 million prize wow judgesLOS ANGELES — The “America’s Got Talent” finalists did it their way — and the judges loved it. ‘Dirty Dancing’ star Patrick Swayze dies at 57 after battle with pancreatic cancerLOS ANGELES — Patrick Swayze personified a particular kind of masculine grace both on and off screen, from his roles in films like “Dirty Dancing” and “Ghost” to the way he carried himself in his long fight with pancreatic cancer. Swayze died from the illness on Monday in Los Angeles, his publicist said. He was 57. ‘Dirty Dancing’ star Patrick Swayze dies after nearly 2-year battle with pancreatic cancerLOS ANGELES — Patrick Swayze, the hunky actor who danced his way into viewers’ hearts with “Dirty Dancing” and then broke them with “Ghost,” died Monday after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 57. Publicist: Patrick Swayze dies at 57; ‘Dirty Dancing’ actor had battled pancreatic cancerLOS ANGELES — Patrick Swayze, the hunky actor who danced his way into moviegoers’ hearts with “Dirty Dancing” and then broke them with “Ghost,” died Monday after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 57. NBC: Kanye West set to rap and talk on ‘Jay Leno’ debut; Taylor Swift is likely topicLOS ANGELES — Kanye West is getting his Hugh Grant moment on Jay Leno’s new show. NBC: Kanye West set to sing and talk on ‘Jay Leno’ debut; Taylor Swift is likely topicLOS ANGELES — Kanye West is getting his Hugh Grant moment on Jay Leno’s new show. Emmy Countdown: A look at the Emmy Awards greenroom (and a few of the folks who’ll use it)LOS ANGELES — The 61st Primetime Emmy Awards are days away, but Hollywood is already gearing up for Sunday’s awards. Here’s a look at what’s already going around about Tinseltown: Movie Review: With too-familiar Cody script, ‘Jennifer’s Body’ not as hot as it should beLOS ANGELES — “Jennifer’s Body,” the second screenplay from Diablo Cody following her Oscar-winning debut smash “Juno,” is so chock full of her quirky trademarks, it almost plays like a parody of something she’d write. Kanye West set to sing, not talk, on ‘Jay Leno’ debut; will rapper get a few words in?LOS ANGELES — Will Kanye West get his Hugh Grant moment on Jay Leno’s new show? LA film producers convicted of bribing Thai officials to run film festivalLOS ANGELES — A filmmaking couple has been convicted in Los Angeles of bribing Thai officials so they could run the Bangkok International Film Festival and land other projects. ‘Big Brother 11′ reunion won’t include booted houseguest Chima SimoneLOS ANGELES — Chima (shee-MAH’) Simone isn’t invited to the “Big Brother” reunion. 10 acts vie for a $1 million prize and the ‘America’s Got Talent’ titleLOS ANGELES — A 75-year-old comedian, five tap-dancing sisters, a contorting breakdancer and a drum quartet will face off against six vocal acts during the final competition on “America’s Got Talent.” Backstage oasis: a look at the Moroccan-inspired greenroom for the Emmy AwardsLOS ANGELES — The 61st Primetime Emmy Awards are days away, but Hollywood is already gearing up for Sunday’s awards. Mendes joins cast of ‘The Other Guys’LOS ANGELES - Actress Eva Mendes has joined the cast of comedy movie “The Other Guys”. Michael Keaton, Damon Wayans, Jr., comedian Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg are already in the film. Tyler Perry’s ‘Bad’ enjoys good box office opening with $24 millionLOS ANGELES — Being bad is good for Tyler Perry, whose latest movie, “I Can Do Bad All By Myself,” opened at the top of the box office this weekend with more than $24 million. Tina Fey an Emmy winner for Palin mimicry? You betchaLOS ANGELES — Is Tina Fey an Emmy winner? You betcha. Judge issues restraining order against man who stalked “The Hills” star Audrina PartidgeLOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge has issued a temporary restraining order against a Northern California man accused of stalking “The Hills” star Audrina Partridge. Warhol portraits of superstars Ali, Pele, OJ, Nicklaus, others stolen from Los Angeles homeLOS ANGELES — A unique series of Andy Warhol pieces — portraits of Muhammad Ali, Jack Nicklaus, Pele, Dorothy Hamill and other athletic superstars — has been stolen from a collector’s home. Judge grants ‘Hills’ star Audrina Patridge restraining order from fanLOS ANGELES — A judge granted Audrina Patridge a temporary restraining order from a man recently arrested outside the actress’ home, court records show. 10 Warhol paintings stolen from Los Angeles homeLOS ANGELES — A multimillion dollar collection of Andy Warhol artwork depicting famous sporting figures was stolen from a West Los Angeles home, police said Friday. So much for dry wit: Cowell says Beatles quip was just that and he’s a fan of the Fab 4LOS ANGELES — The Beatles once got in trouble over a flip comment about Jesus. Now Simon Cowell has ruffled feathers with a quip about the Beatles. Larry Gelbart, writer of ‘M-A-S-H,’ ‘Tootsie,’ other hit comedies, dies at 81LOS ANGELES — Larry Gelbart, the award-winning writer whose sly, sardonic wit helped create such hits as Broadway’s “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” the films “Tootsie” and “Oh, God!” and television’s “M-A-S-H,” is dead. ‘Mickey Mouse Clubhouse’ prime-time Disney Channel special brings the gang to prime-timeLOS ANGELES — Mickey Mouse and his entourage will star in a prime-time TV special for preschoolers and grown-up fans next month. Radio Disney’s ‘Next Big Thing’ returns with new edition; winner gets singles record dealLOS ANGELES — Radio Disney is again looking for the “Next Big Thing.” Report: Reality show contestant described dead wife’s perfect teethLOS ANGELES — A reality show contestant suspected of killing his model wife and disfiguring her so she couldn’t be identified included details about her teeth and fingernails in a missing persons report that investigators find telling. Susan Boyle to perform on ‘America’s Got Talent’ !LOS ANGELES — Susan Boyle is bringing her act to America. The Scottish sensation of “Britain’s Got Talent” will make her U.S. TV debut on the season finale of “America’s Got Talent,” according to a person close to the series. The person, who lacked authority to release the information, spoke Friday on condition of anonymity. Surviving Nirvana members dismayed by Kurt Cobain character in ‘Guitar Hero 5′LOS ANGELES — Kurt Cobain’s appearance in the latest “Guitar Hero” video game is not hitting the right notes with the surviving members of Nirvana. Paula Abdul wishes Ellen DeGeneres ‘best of luck’ as 4th ‘American Idol’ judgeLOS ANGELES — Paula Abdul is wishing Ellen DeGeneres luck in her new “American Idol” role. DeGeneres says she’ll be an honest and kind judge on ‘American Idol’ but Simon, watch outLOS ANGELES — Ellen DeGeneres is known for being nice. But the new “American Idol” judge said that she’s ready to be honest with the show’s contestants, good or bad. DeGeneres: She’ll be an honest and kind judge on ‘American Idol’ but Simon, watch outLOS ANGELES — Ellen DeGeneres is known for being nice. But the new “American Idol” judge said that she’s ready to be honest with the show’s contestants, good or bad. Win a chance to see the stars in person from a bleacher seat along Oscar’s red carpetLOS ANGELES — Oscar fans can win a chance to be a part of the 82nd Academy Awards. |