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Erin Carlson

Erin Carlson is a journalist and the bestselling author of 'I'll Have What She's Having: How Nora Ephron's Three Iconic Films Saved the Romantic Comedy.'

‘Portlandia’ Renewed for Two More Seasons

The IFC comedy co-stars Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein.

Patti Smith Praises Pussy Riot at HBO’s ‘Punk Prayer’ Screening

The legendary singer took the stage for an impassioned speech introducing the documentary, which premieres Monday at 7 p.m.

Oklahoma Tornado: How the Morning Shows Are Covering (Video)

UPDATED: "Today," "Good Morning America" and "CBS This Morning" lead with coverage of the aftermath of the deadly storm that ripped through the town of Moore, killing at least 24 and injuring some 145.

‘American Idol’ Finale Recap: Kree Harrison Battles Candice Glover

The judges have apparently decided on who they'd like to win. Will the rest of America follow suit?

‘Bea Arthur Naked’ Painting Up for Auction (Photo)

This 1991 work by painter-provocateur John Currin could fetch millions at Christie's on Wednesday night.

Hollywood Hairstylist Kenneth Battelle Dies at 86

His A-list clients included Jackie Kennedy, Marilyn Monroe and Lucille Ball.

Bill Hader to Leave ‘Saturday Night Live’

UPDATED: After eight years, the "SNL" regular will say goodbye on the May 18 season finale.

‘Downton Abbey’ Season 4 Gets Air Date

The next installment of the hit PBS drama will premiere in January after the network rolls out a new series, "Last Tango in Halifax."

Nicki Minaj Slams Mariah Carey as ‘Bitter,’ ‘Insecure’

Did the "American Idol" firebrand really tweet that? The claws are out.

Catherine Zeta-Jones Returns to Treatment in Bipolar II Battle

The actress has checked herself into a facility "to manage her health in an optimum manner."

Reese Witherspoon, Jim Toth Arrested in Atlanta

UPDATED: The actress has issued a statement saying she is "deeply embarrassed." The star was picked up for disorderly conduct when police stopped her CAA agent husband for DUI.

Boston Bombers: News Shows Scramble to Book Suspects’ Friends and Family

UPDATED: Details are emerging on Tamerlan Tsarnaev, killed in a violent shootout with police, and his brother Dzhokhar, who was still at large on Friday morning.