The Herald Bulletin - Entertainment

Henning, former area pastor, publishes poetry book
ANDERSON — First, there’s the name: boB Henning. That’s not a typo. It’s how the 53-year-old poet, songwriter and musician spells his name. The nickname was bestowed upon him in the late 1980s by a concert promoter.
It stuck.
Miley Cyrus, other celebs auction items for Haiti
NEW YORK — Miley Cyrus has organized an online auction to benefit the relief effort in Haiti, and Britney Spears, Hugh Jackman, Ellen DeGeneres, Julianne Moore, Whoopi Goldberg, Demi Lovato and others will donate items and experiences.
No refunds yet months after Ind. concert hall fire
NASHVILLE, Ind. — Ticket holders are still without refunds nearly five months after an arson destroyed the Little Nashville Opry, with the concert hall's owner saying she's still waiting on an insurance settlement.
Michael Jackson doctor charged with manslaughter
LOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson's doctor has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in the pop singer's death.
Super Bowl XLIV most-watched TV show in history
NEW YORK – The Super Bowl was watched by more than 106 million people, surpassing the 1983 finale of "M*A*S*H" to become the most-watched program in television history.
Pete Townshend: Nice to be part of spectacle
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Pete Townshend is used to playing in front of stadiums filled with rabid fans who know every note of The Who's songs. He didn't get that at the band's Super Bowl halftime performance, but he's OK with that too.
Who Dat? Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, and Demi, Dat Who
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The cry of "Who Dat" wasn't all about the New Orleans Saints at the Super Bowl — it was also said by onlookers as cameras flashed at the sight of A-list celebrities at the big game, including Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise with kids in tow.
Super Bowl TV spot brings Leno, Letterman together
NEW YORK — Super Bowl viewers were rubbing their eyes at the sight of a TV spot pairing CBS late-night host David Letterman with longtime NBC archrival Jay Leno, plus media magnate Oprah Winfrey.
Weekend Entertainment Calendar: Feb. 5-7
Curious George Live! — 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. today; 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Saturday; and 1 p.m. Sunday, Murat Theatre, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis. 88th annual Indianapolis Home Show – continues through Sunday, Toyota Exposition Hall & West Pavilion, Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis.
Nightlife: Feb. 5-7, 2010
American Legion Post 446, 14617 W. Sixth St., Daleville: Phat & Sassy Band — 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday; Duane Murray and others, benefit for Allen Sneed — Sunday. American Legion Post 469, 116 N. Washington Ave., Frankton: Sidewinder — 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday.
Ear Shot: Jookabox "Dead Zone Boys"
“Dead Zone Boys” opens with an ominous swirl of ambient noise; dissonant, almost moaning. The characters introduced by Indianapolis east-sider David “Moose” Adamson are no less foreboding: Dead zone boys, desperate phantoms and zombies.
Townshend defends himself ahead of Super Bowl show
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The Who gave an energetic, acoustic preview of Sunday's Super Bowl halftime show, but things turned serious when Pete Townshend defended himself against critics who say he should not be performing.
Canadian band with an American twist
Nearly 40 years as a band, The Guess Who continue to remain an American cultural staple. Their greatest hit, “American Woman,” finds new life every few years via its Rock Band placement or Lenny Kravitz remake. That band, however, only holds two original members – drummer Garry Peterson and bassist Jim Kale – still touring today.
Lawyer: Jackson doctor to surrender Friday
LOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson's doctor has agreed to surrender to authorities Friday to face a criminal case stemming from the singer's death, his lawyer said Thursday.
Academy Award nominees
Nominees for the 82nd annual Academy Awards were announced Tuesday.
More questions as 'Lost' begins its last season
NEW YORK (AP) — Hopeful, breathless, even fretful over what may lie ahead or be forever unexplained, "Lost" fans have welcomed back the ABC mystical thriller for its sixth season — the beginning of its long-coming, too-close-for-comfort finale.
Oscar nominations announced
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — The Oscar nominations for best supporting actor have been announced in Beverly Hills, Calif., by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The category's five nominees announced Tuesday morning include: Matt Damon, "Invictus"; Woody Harrelson, "The Messenger"; Christopher Plummer, "The Last Station"; Stanley Tucci, "The Lovely Bones"; Christoph Waltz, "Inglourious Basterds."
Marilyn Monroe buff wins NJ drag queen pageant
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — A Marilyn Monroe buff in a 30,000-rhinestone dress has been named the winner of the 2010 Miss'd America Pageant.
Louisiana AG: Shops can sell 'Who Dat' shirts
BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana's attorney general said Monday that local T-shirt makers don't need the National Football League's permission to sell shirts with the phrase "Who Dat," as long as they don't make other references to the New Orleans Saints or NFL.
Texas store sells $144 million-winning lottery ticket
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The Texas Lottery Commission says someone who bought a ticket at a Houston-area convenience store is the winner of the $144 million Mega Millions jackpot.
Stars gather to cover 'We Are the World' for Haiti
LOS ANGELES — More than 75 mega-stars gathered Monday to re-record the 1985 charity anthem "We are the World" in the same Hollywood recording studio where the original was cut 25 years ago.
Taylor wins Grammy best album; Beyonce wins 6
LOS ANGELES — Beyonce became the most decorated female on a Grammy night as she collected six trophies, including song of the year for her anthem "Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)," but it was another diva — Taylor Swift — who nabbed the top honor, album of the year, for her best-selling "Fearless."
Beyonce wins 4 Grammys in pretelecast show
LOS ANGELES — Beyonce, the year's top Grammy nominee with 10 bids, was the early leader Sunday as she won four trophies during the pre-telecast ceremony including best R&B song for her omnipresent hit, "Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)."
Clive parties; Ke$ha shares Grammy dreams
LOS ANGELES — The music world celebrated Grammy weekend at tributes, rehearsals, parties and styling suites. Here's a look:

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