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The year in reality TV ‘Idol’ gets a champ who Cooks, deadly job shows ‘Catch’ the wave and everybody does the ‘Wipeout.’ |
The year in television Tina Fey plays Palin, Hollywood writers go on strike, ‘Mad Men’ mania sweeps the nation and the Olympics triumph in ratings. |
Celebrity Curtain Calls 2008 From Paul Newman to Isaac Hayes, a look at the stars who took their final bow in 2008. |
2008 Celebrity weddings Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon were among the many stars to tie the knot this year. |
Celebrity splits in ’08 Madonna and Guy Ritchie call it quits, Robin Williams divorces his wife of 20 years, and Heather Mills scores a big payday from Paul McCartney. |
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‘World’s most exciting woman’ Eartha Kitt, the self-proclaimed “sex kitten” and star of Broadway, music and film, died Christmas Day at 81. |
The year in movies “Dark Knight” soared into the record books, “High School Musical” danced its way onto the big screen and a tiny Chihuahua proved it could beat the box office big boys. |
2008 Golden Globe nominees Brad Pitt, Kate Winslet, Heath Ledger are among the stars in contention to win a statue at the Jan. 11 ceremony. |
Jay Leno, ‘Tonight’ and beyond A look at Jay Leno’s comedic career, including his work as “Tonight Show” host and philanthropy. |
The week in celebrity sightings Ashlee, Pete and many more celebs ring in the New Year, Lindsay heads to the beach, Cloris is rosey and more. |
Grammy nominations concert The music world gathered in L.A. for a live concert special announcing the Grammy nominees. |
Cougar couples Even though they're separated by years (decades in some cases), these celebrity twosomes are living proof that age is only a number. |
Victoria’s Secret fashions '08 Once the playground of the Rat Pack, the Fontainebleau Miami Beach hotel was the backdrop for sexy fashion at the annual holiday event. |
Holiday movie guide: Oscar bait Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet reunite, Brad Pitt ages backward, and Benicio Del Toro brings Che Guevara to life. |
‘Dancing’ season finale Brooke and Derek claim the coveted mirror-ball trophy as season seven of “Dancing With the Stars” closed with a star-studded finale. |
Jackman of all trades Aussie actor Hugh Jackman, People magazine's 2008 Sexiest Man Alive, has made his mark in theater and film with a wide array of roles. |
Fangs for the memories From the silent classic "Nosferatu" to the romantic chiller "Twilight," screen vampires seem to just keep coming back. |
Bond girls, then and now 007’s beauties, from Ursula Andress to Grace Jones, have held up rather well over the years. |
Black women in film Halle Berry breaks down barriers, Wanda Sykes makes us laugh and Rosario Dawson proves she can take on any role. |
Presidential portrayers Ronald Reagan wasn’t the only actor to make it to the White House. Many of Hollywood’s biggest stars have played presidents: some real, some fictional. |
Paul Newman's life and career Paul Newman has much to be proud of: Ten Oscar nominations, a 50-year marriage, and generous charity work. |
Season 7 of 'Dancing' A look at the new cast of “Dancing With the Stars,” which includes soap opera diva Susan Lucci. |
2008 Primetime Emmy Awards Stewart and Colbert claim awards, Groban sings about TV, Klum gets help undressing. |
Best-dressed celebrities Singer Fergie, first-lady hopeful Michelle Obama, actress Anne Hathaway and more make the top 10 on People magazine's annual list. |
Stars at Fashion Week ‘Hills’ beauties flock to the runway, Tyra Banks eyes Calvin Klein, Hilary Swank gets a Tommy Hilfiger fix and more. |
Silver style surfers At New York Fashion Week, metallic creations from BCBG, Nicole Miller and Hervé Léger dazzled down the runway. |
2008 Toronto Film Festival Benicio Del Toro, Jessica Biel, Ethan Hawke and more stars push new movies in Canada. |
Stars shine with Dems in Denver Jennifer Hudson, Jamie Foxx, Ben Affleck and more come out to support Barack Obama at the Democratic National Convention. |
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