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CBS Board Of Directors To Meet Amid Allegations Against Moonves

CBS officials meet Monday and will likely decide how to move forward following accusations against Chairman and CEO Les Moonves. The New Yorker published accusations of sexual misconduct against him.

CBS Board Of Directors To Meet Amid Allegations Against Moonves

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CBS Launches Investigation Into Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct

A CBS statement refers to a forthcoming story by The New Yorker. The allegations will reportedly include misconduct by CBS Chairman and CEO, Les Moonves.

CBS Launches Investigation Into Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct

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Roseanne Barr Tells Fox's Hannity That Racist Tweet Was A Big Misunderstanding

Roseanne Barr talks with Fox News talk show host Sean Hannity while being interviewed during a taping of his show Thursday in New York. It was the first time she appeared on TV since she was fired from ABC. The network canceled its successful reboot of Roseanne in May following the star's racist tweet involving former Obama adviser Valerie Jarrett. Julie Jacobson/AP hide caption

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Roseanne Barr Tells Fox's Hannity That Racist Tweet Was A Big Misunderstanding

The comedian appeared on Fox News pundit Sean Hannity's show Thursday, claiming the backlash over the widely condemned tweet that led to ABC canceling her show was a misunderstanding.

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What Works And What Doesn't In Cohen's 'Who Is America?'

Comedian Sacha Baron Cohen's new series, "Who is America?", premiered on Showtime Sunday. In his trademark way, he uses outrageous characters to provoke outrageous reactions.

What Works And What Doesn't In Cohen's 'Who Is America?'

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'Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind' Explores Comic's Creative Life

A new documentary, Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind, airs Monday on HBO. It aims to bring the viewer into his mind to see how he saw the world and the challenges he struggled with.

'Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind' Explores Comic's Creative Life

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Review: HBO's 'Sharp Objects'

HBO's new series, Sharp Objects, premieres on Sunday. It's based on a book by Gillian Flynn, directed by Jean-Marc Vallee and stars Amy Adams. With this excellent pedigree, the show has high expectations.

Review: HBO's 'Sharp Objects'

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Why The Second Season Of 'GLOW' Is Better Than The First

Netflix's GLOW returns for its second season with a sharper narrative and more character development. The season, the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling are creating a show for a small, local TV station.

Why The Second Season Of 'GLOW' Is Better Than The First

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Last 'Parts Unknown' Episode Set To Air After Anthony Bourdain's Death

CNN will air the last new episode of Anthony Bourdain's show, Parts Unknown on Sunday. Now that viewers know Bourdain struggled with deep depression, what do these shows say — and where can fans go to keep watching his work?

Last 'Parts Unknown' Episode Set To Air After Anthony Bourdain's Death

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'Yellowstone' Is A Sophisticated Effort To Create Prestige TV For Rural America

The family drama Yellowstone debuts Wednesday on the newly named Paramount Network. Written by Taylor Sheridan, it stars Kevin Costner as a patriarch who owns a ranch as big as Rhode Island.

'Yellowstone' Is A Sophisticated Effort To Create Prestige TV For Rural America

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HBO's 'Succession' Focuses On Corrosive Weight Of Inherited Wealth

The corrosive effect of inherited wealth is at the center of at least three prestige dramas, including HBO's new show, Succession, Showtime's Patrick Melrose and FX's drama about the Getty family, Trust.

HBO's 'Succession' Focuses On Corrosive Weight Of Inherited Wealth

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ABC Cancels Reboot Of 'Roseanne' After Comedian's Racist Tweet

Hours after Roseanne Barr tweeted a racist comment about former Obama adviser Valerie Jarrett, ABC canceled Roseanne. What does it mean for other networks and actors called out for ugly behavior?

ABC Cancels Reboot Of 'Roseanne' After Comedian's Racist Tweet

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ABC Cancels Hit Sitcom 'Roseanne' After Racist Tweets From Show's Star

ABC Entertainment canceled its hit show, Roseanne, after the show's star, Roseanne Barr, posted racist tweets on Tuesday.

ABC Cancels Hit Sitcom 'Roseanne' After Racist Tweets From Show's Star

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MeToo Movement Transforms New Season Of 'Arrested Development'

The series returns to Netflix Tuesday with co-star Jeffrey Tambor, despite reports of his bullying behavior, and sexual misconduct allegations that led to his firing from Amazon's Transparent.

MeToo Movement Transforms New Season Of 'Arrested Development'

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