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Bradbery takes home 'Voice' title, Chamuel comes in second

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:10:18 GMT

Adam Levine's prediction came true on the season finale of The Voice Tuesday: 16-year-old Texan Danielle Bradbery took home the title. Before Carson Daly announced Bradbery had won, she thanked her coach Blake Shelton for being an amazing person who...

Amherst's Chamuel, Texas's Bradbery wow during 'The Voice' finale

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:02:58 GMT

Michelle Chamuel consistently wowed the judges on Season 4 of "The Voice," and while last night's rendition of Annie Lennox's "Why" earned praise, it was Danielle Bradbery's solo performance of "Born to Fly" that stole their attention. Bradbery, 16, is...

Don Draper is a monster: 'Mad Men' recap

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:01:03 GMT

Peggy said what we were all thinking: Don Draper is a monster. When you think he can't get worse. After last week's hard-to-watch moment when, instead of telling Sally the truth about what she saw and treating her with respect, he blatantly lied to her, this week we see him relieved that she doesn't want to visit. When boarding school is suggested, he doesn't protest: he's willing to send his daughter away, and willing to pay the price.

TV chat at noon on Thursday

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 19:44:55 GMT

Come by to share your thoughts about anything TV-ish, including but not limited to the season finale of "Game of Thrones," the shocking scene last week -- you know which one -- on "Mad Men," and the coming of "Wilfred."...

A dreadful discovery and a secret unveiled: A recap of 'Mad Men'

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 06:11:53 GMT

After eight episodes of Don Draper flashbacks, drugs, hippies, affairs, rivalries, and historical milestones, "Mad Men" finally delivers us two shockers.

The northerners will never forget: 'Game of Thrones' season 3 finale recap

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 03:15:55 GMT

Yes, I was still recovering from the Red Wedding. Luckily, "GOT" kills one storyline, and there are about 50 others to choose from in this complicated, wonderful, confusing, heart breaking show we love. (And hate. And love to hate.)

Duets, covers bring down the house at CMT Awards

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:11:42 GMT

Jason Aldean opened the CMT Awards alongside Lenny Kravitz with a rockin' rendition of "American Woman," Florida Georgia Line brought out Nelly for the collab hit "Cruise," and in a moment of musical brilliance and tribute, Little Big Town performed...

'Game of Thrones' shocks with infamous Red Wedding scene

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 16:38:20 GMT

For those of you haven't read the books or watched last nights "Game of Thrones," ignore this post. For those of you who watched last night's episode, that was one of the most heart-wrenching, bloodiest scenes we've witnessed from the series, which is really saying something.

Channing Tatum, Jenna Dewan-Tatum welcome first baby

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 14:42:07 GMT

"White House Down" star Channing Tatum and his wife, Jenna Dewan-Tatum, welcomed their first child this weekend in London, according to E!. No word yet on the name or gender of the new addition. var OAS_adServerURL = "http://rmedia.boston.com/RealMedia/ads/adstream_sx.ads/" + OAS_sitepage...

Hippies don't wear makeup: A 'Mad Men' recap

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 05:39:33 GMT

My favorite thing about season 6 of Mad Men is undoubtedly watching history unfold through the characters on this show. And doesnt 1968 seem like one of the most eventful years in recent history? It sure feels like it. It started with the Tet Offensive, then the MLK and RFK assassinations.

Steve Carell dresses as 'Despicable Me' star Gru for 'Ellen'

Fri, 31 May 2013 19:31:43 GMT

"Despicable Me 2" doesn't hit theaters until July 3, but the star of the animated sequel made his first television appearance on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" this week. Steve Carell, who voices the maniacal-turned-cuddly Gru, dressed as his character for...

Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj tweet their goodbyes to 'American Idol'

Fri, 31 May 2013 14:28:43 GMT

"American Idol" judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj are both playing the "one and done" card and stepping down after their first season on the singing competition. The diva songbirds -- and their alleged feud -- were the focus...

Video: We Like to Watch: Returning summer TV shows

Thu, 30 May 2013 16:30:28 GMT

Globe television critics Matthew Gilbert and Sarah Rodman discuss the programs returning this summer, including AMC's "Breaking Bad" and "The Killing," HBO's "The Newsroom," and FX's "Wilfred."

'The Voice' eliminates two, Wellesley High alum Michelle Chamuel safe

Wed, 29 May 2013 15:14:51 GMT

Michelle Chamuel, a 2004 Wellesley High School graduate, made it to the Top 6 during last night's elimination round of "The Voice." Competitors Sarah Simmons and Judith Hill weren't so lucky and were sent home. Chamuel has continually impressed the...

Chat transcript: 'Top Chef' winner Kristen Kish

Tue, 28 May 2013 20:36:13 GMT

Boston-based chef Kristen Kish, 28, took home the title of Top Chef in season 10 of Bravo's hit reality cooking competition show, becoming the second female chef ever to win. Kish was recently named the chef de cuisine at Menton,...

Relationships are complicated: A 'Mad Men' recap

Mon, 27 May 2013 05:04:32 GMT

Henry and Betty hook up. Then Betty gets with Don, while his wife gets kissed by her costar. Ted tells Peggy hes into her, and soon after her relationship with Abe falls apart in one of the best relationship endings ever. Joan is hanging with Bob, while Roger still tries to get with her.

Will Smith impresses with 'Fresh Prince' reunion performance on 'Graham Norton'

Sun, 26 May 2013 01:34:49 GMT

Apparently the "Late Show" was just a warm-up for Will Smith. Four days after a May 20 surprise performance of "Summertime" on David Letterman's late-night talk show, Smith threw it back to his "Fresh Prince" days with costars DJ Jazzy...

Video: We Like to Watch: 'Behind the Candelabra'

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:27:23 GMT

In Globe critic Matthew Gilbert's review of the new HBO Liberace biopic "Behind the Candelabra," he praises star Michael Douglas for nailing the tough role. "As Liberace, Michael Douglas brings an enormous amount of commitment, dignity, and dimension to Behind...

Chat transcript: All things 'Arrested Development' return

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:47:42 GMT

Chat with Glenn Yoder and Swati Sharma about "Arrested Development."

How to throw an 'Arrested Development' themed party for the series' return

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:29:49 GMT

On May 26, "Arrested Development" season 4 premieres on Netflix, seven years after the series was canceled by FOX. The streaming service will release all 15 episodes simultaneously, which is perfect if you desire to throw an all-night viewing party...

The many roles of Tobias Funke

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:11:43 GMT

As Arrested Development is finally making its return, we take a look at our favorite analrapist/aspiring actor/nevernude. Here are our favorite Tobias Funke looks.

Chat transcript: Thursday TV chat

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:14:41 GMT

Check out readers talking about "The Office" finale, or the return of "Arrested Development," or anything TV-ish. <a href="http://www.coveritlive.com/mobile.php/option=com_mobile/task=viewaltcast/altcast_code=9a95fdf120" >Matthew Gilbert on television -- May 23 at noon</a>...

Raisman exits 'Dancing' stage; Pickler triumphs

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:56:02 GMT

Aly Raisman won gold at the 2012 Summer Olympics, but it wasn't her night for victory on "Dancing With the stars." The Needham native was the first contestant to be eliminated on Tuesday night's finale, ranking fourth place among the...

Will Smith gets us ready for 'Summertime' on Letterman

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:37:22 GMT

Will Smith gave us a bit of a break from the norm last night. The rapper-turned-actor spit a couple of lines from his hit "Summertime" on "The Late Show" with David Letterman. Smith was there to talk about his upcoming...

Raisman climbs to new heights in 'Dancing With the Stars' finale

Tue, 21 May 2013 01:38:57 GMT

Needham native Aly Raisman, one of four finalists on "Dancing With the Stars," demonstrated her growth through the season along with her Olympic strength during Monday night's performance round. The gold medalist set out to show the judges her improved...