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Angie Harmon
Angela Michelle Harmon (born August 10, 1972) is an American actress and model. She won ''Seventeen'''s modeling contest in 1987 at age 15, signed with IMG Models, and appeared on covers for magazines such as ''Cosmopolitan'' and ''Esquire''. Her acting breakthrough came with the role of Ryan McBride on ''Baywatch Nights'' (1995–1997), and she earned four Screen Actors Guild Award nominations for playing Abbie Carmichael on ''Law & Order'' (1998–2001). Harmon also appeared in a number of film roles, which notably include voicing Barbara Gordon in the animated '' Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker'' (2000) and Ronica Miles in '' Agent Cody Banks'' (2003). Following the roles of Rose in the acclaimed-film '' Seraphim Falls'' (2006) and Lindsay Boxer in the short-lived series ''Women's Murder Club'' (2007–2008), Harmon earned praise for playing Jane Rizzoli on the TNT series '' Rizzoli & Isles'' (2010–2016), and won the Gracie Award for Outstanding Female Actor in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Encyclopedia
An encyclopedia is a reference work or compendium providing summaries of knowledge, either general or special, in a particular field or discipline. Encyclopedias are divided into article (publishing), articles or entries that are arranged Alphabetical order, alphabetically by article name or by thematic categories, or else are hyperlinked and searchable. Encyclopedia entries are longer and more detailed than those in most dictionary, dictionaries. Generally speaking, encyclopedia articles focus on ''factual information'' concerning the subject named in the article's title; this is unlike dictionary entries, which focus on Linguistics, linguistic information about words, such as their etymology, meaning, pronunciation, use, and grammar, grammatical forms.Béjoint, Henri (2000)''Modern Lexicography'', pp. 30–31. Oxford University Press. Encyclopedias have existed for around 2,000 years and have evolved considerably during that time as regards language (written in a major inte ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lindsay Boxer
Lindsay Boxer is the main character of the novel series '' Women's Murder Club'' written by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro. The series is based on fictional characters and police cases in San Francisco. Character overview When the series begins, Lindsay Boxer is a 34-year-old divorced San Francisco Police Inspector. She lives alone in an apartment in the Potrero Hill neighbourhood of San Francisco with her beloved Border Collie, Martha. She was married for three years to her college sweetheart, whom she later describes as the brother she never had. In ''1st to die'', she is diagnosed with Negli's aplastic anaemia, a blood disease related to leukaemia. Her off-and-on partner on the force is Warren Jacobi, who, despite having ten more years of experience, is subordinate to her. Part way through the book, she gets a new partner, Chris Raleigh, who is an ex-cop and a media-containment specialist for the Mayor. After opening up her heart and bed to him, he is murdered. In the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Living Proof (2008 Film)
''Living Proof'' is a 2008 Lifetime Television film directed by Dan Ireland. The film stars Harry Connick Jr. as Dr. Dennis Slamon, a doctor attempting to find a cure for breast cancer. Paula Cale, Angie Harmon, and Amanda Bynes (in her final television appearance) appear in supporting roles. Plot The film recounts the true story of Dr. Dennis Slamon (played by Harry Connick Jr.), who helped develop the breast cancer drug Herceptin, over eight years from 1988 to 1996. Dr. Slamon, a physician scientist at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, develops the experimental drug Herceptin, which he believes will treat breast cancer. When the drug company ceases funding the research, philanthropists, including Lilly Tartikoff (Angie Harmon) and Ronald Perelman, help him continue his research. Funding includes an initial donation from Perelman's Revlon charity, and continues over the years with the "Fire and Ice Ball" organized by Tartikoff. The drug company eventually resumes fundi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Television Film
A television film, alternatively known as a television movie, made-for-TV film/movie, telefilm, telemovie or TV film/movie, is a film with a running time similar to a feature film that is produced and originally distributed by or to a Terrestrial television, terrestrial or Cable television, cable television network, in contrast to theatrical films made for initial showing in movie theaters, Direct-to-video, direct-to-video films made for initial release on home video formats, and films released on or produced for Over-the-top media service, streaming platforms. In certain cases, such films may also be referred to and shown as a miniseries, which typically indicates a film that has been divided into multiple parts or a series that contains a predetermined, limited number of episodes. Origins and history Precursors of "television movies" include ''Talk Faster, Mister'', which aired on WABD (now WNYW) in New York City on December 18, 1944, and was produced by RKO Pictures, and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Video Voyeur
''Video Voyeur'' or ''Video Voyeur: The Susan Wilson Story'' is a 2002 American television drama directed by Tim Hunter and starring Angie Harmon. Made by Lifetime Television, it is based on the real-life story of Susan Wilson, a Louisiana woman, who was videotaped in her own home by a neighbor. Her case helped make video voyeurism a crime in nine U.S. states. Originally, she had no legal recourse as video voyeurism was not considered by those who wrote previous voyeurism legislation. Cast *Angie Harmon as Susan Wilson * Jamey Sheridan as Steve Glover * Dale Midkiff as Gary Wilson References External links * * Video Voyeur' at ''Reel Film Reviews'' Proposed Video Voyeurism Prevention Acts at Library of Congress The Library of Congress (LOC) is a research library in Washington, D.C., serving as the library and research service for the United States Congress and the ''de facto'' national library of the United States. It also administers Copyright law o ... 2002 telev ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Television Special
A television special (often TV special, or rarely television spectacular) is a standalone television show which may also temporarily interrupt episodic programming normally scheduled for a given time slot. Some specials provide a full range of entertainment and informational value available via the television medium (news, drama, comedy, variety, cultural), in various formats (live television, documentary, studio production, animation, film), and in any viewing lengths (short films, feature films, miniseries, telethons). Examples The types of shows described as television specials include: *One-time comedy shows *Extended episodes of TV shows *Irregular professional wrestling shows: Saturday Night's Main Event, Battle of the Belts, Clash of the Champions *Adaptations of operas, Broadway plays, and other musicals *Celebrity profiles, interviews, or tribute specials *Seasonal programs or parades: Christmas television specials, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, New Year's Eve ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Lifetime Original Programming
This article lists programming that have been and/or will be broadcast by American television channel Lifetime. Current programming Original programming Reality *''Designing Spaces'' (2005) *''Military Makeover with Montel'' (2015) *''Meet Marry Murder'' (2022) *''TLC Forever'' (2023) *''Prison Brides'' (2024) *''I Wasn't Expecting a Baby!'' (2024) *''Theresa Caputo: Beyond The Readings'' (2024) *''Gypsy Rose: Life After Lockup'' (2024) *''Outrageous Love with Nene Leakes'' (2024) *''Parents Gone Wild'' (2024) *''Dr. Pimple Popper: Popping Out'' (2025) *''The 600-lb Diaries with Dr. Now'' (2025) Talk shows *''The Balancing Act'' (2008) Syndicated programming *''Grey's Anatomy'' (2007) *''The Closer'' (2018) *'' Married at First Sight: Australia'' (2020) *'' Rizzoli & Isles'' (2020) *'' Major Crimes'' (2021, 2023) *''Castle'' (2021) *'' Married at First Sight: UK'' (2023) *'' The Rookie'' (2024) Religious programming * ''Amazing Facts with Doug Batchelor'' * '' Creflo Dollar'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lifetime (TV Network)
Lifetime is an American basic cable channel that is part of Lifetime Entertainment Services, a subsidiary of A&E Networks, which is jointly owned by Hearst Communications and The Walt Disney Company. It features programming that is geared toward women or features women in lead roles. , Lifetime is available to approximately 63,000,000 pay television households in the United States, down from its 2011 peak of 100,000,000 households. As of November 2023, Lifetime has garnered nominations for 63 Emmy Awards, eight Golden Globe Awards and 20 Critics' Choice Movie Awards. History Predecessors There were two television channels that preceded Lifetime in its current incarnation. Daytime, originally called BETA, was launched in March 1982 by Hearst-ABC Video Services.(June 15, 1983Hearst-ABC, Viacom in Pact. New York Times. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
People's Choice Awards
The People's Choice Awards is an American awards show, recognizing people in entertainment, voted online by the fans and general public. The show has been held annually since 1975, with the winners originally determined using Gallup Polls until a switch to online voting in 2005. The awards were created by Bob Stivers, who produced the first show in 1975. The first awards recognized '' The Sting'' as Favorite Picture of 1974, Barbra Streisand as the year's Favorite Film Actress, and John Wayne as its Favorite Film Actor. So far, Ellen DeGeneres and Taylor Swift are the most awarded people, with a total of 20 awards each. In 1982, Stivers sold the People's Choice Awards to Procter & Gamble Productions (P&G); under P&G, the ceremony was broadcast by CBS, and Procter & Gamble's brands held exclusive national advertising time across the entire telecast. In April 2017, the E! network announced that they had acquired the People's Choice Awards. The ceremony was initially shifte ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gracie Awards
The Gracie Awards are awards presented by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWM) in the United States, to celebrate and honor programming created for women, by women, and about women, as well as individuals who have made exemplary contributions in electronic media and affiliates. Presented annually, the Gracie Awards recognize national, local, and student works. History The Gracie Awards ceremony is presented by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWM), since 1975. The awards are named after radio and television star Gracie Allen. Allen was a successful comedian, entertainer, entrepreneur and activist. As half of the Burns and Allen act, one of the most prominent comedy teams in American history, with husband George Burns, Allen has been a role model for women in media and entertainment. ''Deadline Hollywood'' describes the awards as follows: The Gracie Awards are held on two days, known as the gala and the luncheon. The Gracie Awards Gala is a black tie ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rizzoli & Isles
''Rizzoli & Isles'' ( ; stylized in all lowercase) is an American crime drama television series starring Angie Harmon as Jane Rizzoli and Sasha Alexander as Maura Isles. Based on the series of ''Rizzoli & Isles'' novels by Tess Gerritsen, the plot follows Boston Homicide police detective Jane Rizzoli and Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Maura Isles combining their experiences and strikingly different personalities to solve cases. It premiered on TNT on July 12, 2010 and aired 105 episodes in seven seasons, concluding on September 5, 2016. Premise The series' backstory is inspired by the Maura Isles/Jane Rizzoli series of novels by Tess Gerritsen. Rizzoli appears in the series' first novel, '' The Surgeon'', and Isles is introduced in the second, '' The Apprentice'', which serves as the basis for the television series. Boston detective Jane Rizzoli has been investigating a serial killer named Charles Hoyt, a former medical student banned from medical school for fondling a corpse. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
