Leno Enlists Seinfeld
Comedian Jay Leno is gearing up for the premiere of “The Jay Leno Show,” his new nightly show, and will kick things off with some of showbiz’s biggest names. Musical guests Jay-Z, Rihanna, and Kanye West will appear on the opening night on September 14, along with Leno’s pal Jerry Seinfeld, and NBC’s sure thing. Seinfeld will likely talk about the upcoming reality series he has producing for the network, “The Marriage Ref.”
Hammer Back at the Mic
It’s been almost twenty years since the release of “Please Hammer, Don’t Hurt ’Em,” the album that made M. C. Hammer a pop culture icon and brought the world hits like “U Can’t Touch This.” During the past two decades, the rapper/dancer has also taken on the roles of CEO, preacher, father, and reality star. Coming full-circle, the artist finds himself back in the studio working on the “companion” album to his multi-platinum success, which will be dubbed, “Don’t Hurt ’Em.” The new album—scheduled to be released next year—is said to echo the flavor of his famous hit songs, but with an updated sound.
Alyssa Milano Weds
Actress Alyssa Milano married Hollywood agent David Bugliari on Saturday at his family’s estate in New Jersey. The ceremony was followed by a casual reception designed by event planner Colin Cowie, in which dinner was served family-style. “My Italian family still eats Sunday dinner together every week. We wanted to capture the same feeling with people passing around beautiful bowls of food and talking and laughing,” the actress told People Magazine.
Good Morning Steve Harvey
Steve Harvey is joining ABC’s “Good Morning America,” beginning Wednesday. The comedian/author/radio show host will be reporting on family and relationship topics. ABC News reports, “He will bring his own unique perspective, style, and humor to morning television while interacting with viewers around the country.”