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The Back-up Plan
''The Back-up Plan'' (previously known as ''Plan B'') is a 2010 American romantic comedy film directed by Alan Poul, starring Jennifer Lopez, Alex O'Loughlin, Eric Christian Olsen, Anthony Anderson and Linda Lavin.Siegel, Tatiana, and Michael Fleming"Jennifer Lopez going with 'Plan B': CBS Films seeking director for project" '' Variety'', December 15, 2008 The film follows a woman who aims to be a single mother through planned pregnancy, but soon falls in love with a man who wants to father her unborn children. It was released theatrically in the United States on April 23, 2010, by CBS Films. ''The Back-up Plan'' garnered negative reviews from critics, who praised Lopez's performance but criticized the generic script. It was a box-office success, grossing $77.5 million against a production budget of $35 million. This is Tom Bosley's last film before his death nearly six months after its release. Plot Zoe gives up on finding the man of her dreams, decides to become a single mot ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alan Poul
Alan Mark Poul (born May 1, 1954) is an American film producer and television director. Career Poul served as executive producer for the HBO original series, '' Six Feet Under'', on which he made his directing debut. He directed four episodes of the series from seasons two through five. He later directed the pilot for CBS' series '' Swingtown'', of which he directed a total of four episodes. He also directed the 2010 CBS Films romantic comedy ''The Back-Up Plan'', originally titled ''Plan B''. He signed a new deal with HBO in April 2011. He was an executive producer of Aaron Sorkin's '' The Newsroom''. He directed seven episodes of the show, including the series finale. Poul was an executive producer on '' Tokyo Vice'' and directed the final episode of its first season, ''Yoshino.'' He is fluent in Japanese. Poul has been nominated for 7 Primetime Emmys, a Directors Guild of America award, and won a News & Documentary Emmy Award in Outstanding Historical Program for '' The P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tom Bosley
Thomas Edward Bosley (October 1, 1927 – October 19, 2010) was an American actor, television personality and entertainer. Bosley is best known for portraying Howard Cunningham (Happy Days character), Howard Cunningham on the American Broadcasting Company, ABC sitcom ''Happy Days'' (1974–1984) for which he received a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series nomination. Bosley also did a variety of voiceover work such as playing the lead character in the animated series ''Wait Till Your Father Gets Home'', and the narrator of the syndicated film history documentary series ''That's Hollywood''. He was also known for his role as Murder, She Wrote#Cast, Sheriff Amos Tupper in the Angela Lansbury-led CBS mystery series ''Murder, She Wrote'' (1984–1988), and as the title character in the NBC/ABC series ''Father Dowling Mysteries'' (1989–1991). Known for his work on stage, he originated the role of Fiorello La Guardia in the Broadway (theatre), Broa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
E! News
''E! News'', previously known as ''E! News Daily'' and ''E! News Live'', is the infotainment, entertainment news operation for the cable network E! in the United States. Its former on-air weekday newscast debuted on September 1, 1991, and primarily reports on celebrity news and gossip, along with previews of upcoming films and television shows, regular segments about all of those three subjects, along with overall film industry, film and television industry news. Overview The program first aired on September 12, 1991. It was originally hosted by Dagny Hultgreen. It features stories and gossip about celebrities as well as the film, music, and television industries. Since its launch, it has broadcast under a variety of formats, at one point even airing live during the mid-2000s (at this time, the show was named ''E! News Live''). Starting in 2006, it was hosted by Ryan Seacrest and Giuliana Rancic. In April 2012, Seacrest was replaced by Jason Kennedy (TV personality), Jason Kenn ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Hollywood Reporter
''The Hollywood Reporter'' (''THR'') is an American digital and print magazine which focuses on the Cinema of the United States, Hollywood film industry, film, television, and entertainment industries. It was founded in 1930 as a daily trade paper, and in 2010 switched to a weekly Wide-format printer, large-format print magazine with a revamped website. As of 2020, the day-to-day operations of the company are handled by Penske Media Corporation through a joint venture with Eldridge Industries. The magazine also sponsors and hosts major industry events. History Foundation and early years ''The Hollywood Reporter'' was founded in 1930 by William R. Wilkerson, William R. "Billy" Wilkerson (1890–1962) as Hollywood's first daily entertainment trade newspaper. The first edition appeared on September 3, 1930, and featured Wilkerson's front-page "Tradeviews" column, which became influential. The newspaper appeared Monday-to-Saturday for the first 10 years, except for a brief period, t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cesar Millan
César Felipe Millán Favela ( , ; born August 27, 1969) is a Mexican-American dog trainer. His television series '' Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan'' was produced from 2004 to 2012 and has been broadcast in more than 80 countries worldwide. Prior to ''The Dog Whisperer'' series, Millan focused on rehabilitating severely aggressive dogs and founded a rehab complex, the Dog Psychology Center, in South Los Angeles (2002–2008). With Ilusión Millan, his former wife, he founded the Millan Foundation, which was renamed to the Cesar Millan PACK Project. The foundation was established to provide financial support to animal shelters and organizations engaged in the rescuing, rehabilitating, and re-homing of abused and abandoned animals, and to fund spay/neuter programs. Millan's first three books, including ''Cesar's Way'', all became ''New York Times'' best sellers, have cumulatively sold two million copies in the United States, and are available in 14 other countries. Millan als ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jennifer Elise Cox
Jennifer Elise Cox (born November 29, 1969) is an American actress known for her satirical portrayal of Jan Brady in '' The Brady Bunch Movie'' and '' A Very Brady Sequel''. Life and career Cox was born in New York City, where she played in two operas, ''Don Giovanni'' and '' Madam Butterfly''. After graduating from a performing arts high school Cox moved to Los Angeles with her mother, Kate. She attended the California Institute of the Arts and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in acting. While getting into acting, Cox scooped ice cream at Ben & Jerry's, and made money by playing cards when she was struggling. She married director/producer Lee Brownstein, and starred in his 2013 film ''Out West''. Jan Brady In 1995, Cox won the role she became widely known for, middle-child Jan Brady in the film '' The Brady Bunch Movie''. Speaking of the cast, "We instantly bonded", said Cox. "We instantly thought of each other as family, as The Brady Bunch." The film opened at #1 at t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Peggy Miley
Peggy Miley is an American actress and writer. She has played supporting roles in films such as ''Alice'', '' The Little Princess'', '' Bandits'', '' The Back-up Plan'', and '' Primary Colors''. She played Doris Driscoll in the Netflix series ''Stranger Things.'' She is also known for her work in commercials, including a Christmas television ad for Cheerios in which she played the grandmother. Personal life Miley graduated from St. Jean Baptiste High School in 1959 where she was involved with theatre, and from St. John's University with a degree in literature in 1963. In 1975 she completed a master's degree in Humanities at NYU. Television Miley has guest starred on several television series including '' Becker'', ''Boy Meets World'', '' Liv and Maddie'', ''NYPD Blue'', ''Big Love'', ''Monk A monk (; from , ''monachos'', "single, solitary" via Latin ) is a man who is a member of a religious order and lives in a monastery. A monk usually lives his life in prayer and conte ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maribeth Monroe
Maribeth Monroe (born March 25, 1978) is an American actress, writer and comedian. She is known for portraying Alice Murphy on Comedy Central's sitcom ''Workaholics'', Mindy St. Claire on NBC's sitcom ''The Good Place'', and Christina Wheeler on CBS' sitcom '' Bob Hearts Abishola''. She has also appeared in the films ''The Back-up Plan'' (2010), ''Keeping Up with the Joneses'' (2016), '' Downsizing'' (2017), and '' Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle'' (2017). Career Monroe performed at The Second City, both on the Chicago and Detroit stages. In Chicago, she appeared in the 2004 revue ''Red Scare'', directed by Mick Napier, where the character " Sassy Gay Friend" originated, and she would later appear as Desdemona in one of the character's online incarnations. (Mar 28, 2010) She has appeared in episodes of '' The Neighbors'', '' Parks and Recreation'', ''The Big Bang Theory'', '' The Brink'', ''According to Jim'', ''Hannah Montana'', '' ''Maron'''', ''Modern Family'', ''Key & Peele ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Robert Klein
Robert Klein (born February 8, 1942) is an American stand-up comedian, singer, and actor. He is known for his appearances on stage and screen. He has released four standup comedy albums: ''A Child of the 50s'' (1973), ''Mind Over Matter'' (1974), ''New Teeth'' (1975), and ''Let's Not Make Love'' (1990). The first two albums received Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album nominations. Klein hosted ''Saturday Night Live'' in its first season in 1975 and again in 1978. Klein made his Broadway debut in the 1966 production of '' The Apple Tree'' opposite Alan Alda. He earned a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical nomination for his performance in Neil Simon's musical comedy '' They're Playing Our Song'' (1979). He also starred on his own show, ''Robert Klein Time'', which aired on USA Network from 1986 to 1988. He is known for his film roles in '' The Owl and the Pussycat'' (1970), ''Mixed Nuts'' (1994), '' One Fine Day'' (1996), '' Primary Colors'' (1998), '' The Safety of Objects' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Noureen DeWulf
Noureen DeWulf (née Ahmed) is an American actress and comedian. She is best known for her film roles in '' West Bank Story'' (2005), ''Ghosts of Girlfriends Past'' (2009), and ''The Back-up Plan'' (2010). She also starred as Lacey on the sitcom ''Anger Management'' (2012–2014). Early life and education DeWulf was born Noureen Ahmed in New York City to Gujarati parents from Pune, India and grew up in Stone Mountain, Georgia. She was raised Nizari Ismaili Muslim. Her father was a physician. She has two sisters. Her older sister, Aziza, teaches law at Northeastern University in Boston. Her younger sister, Sara, practices law in San Francisco. DeWulf attended Boston University's School for the Arts and studied international relations and theatre. After graduation, she relocated to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting. She is fluent in Hindi, Urdu, and Gujarati. Career DeWulf began her acting career in the Academy Award-winning short film '' West Bank Story'', where she pl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Danneel Harris
Danneel Ackles ( Elta Danneel Graul; born March 18, 1979), credited professionally before 2012 as Danneel Harris, is an American actress. She played the role of Shannon McBain on the American daytime soap opera ''One Life to Live'' and Rachel Gatina on the WB/ CW television drama series '' One Tree Hill''. Early life Elta Danneel Graul was born in Lafayette, Louisiana, and raised in nearby Eunice, a small town in St. Landry Parish. Her father, Edward E. Graul Jr., is a practicing ophthalmologist and her mother, Deborah Graul, works as an interior designer. She was named after her great-grandmother. Her first name is Elta, but she goes by her middle name, Danneel, professionally. The name "Danneel" was inspired by Danneel Street in New Orleans. She first moved to Los Angeles to pursue a modeling career. Career Before she landed her first acting role, Harris worked as a model with such companies as Big Sexy Hair and Juicy Jeans. She first appeared in a television commercia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Melissa McCarthy
Melissa Ann McCarthy (born August 26, 1970) is an American actress, comedian, screenwriter, and producer. She is the recipient of List of awards and nominations received by Melissa McCarthy, numerous accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards, and nominations for two Academy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. McCarthy was named by ''Time (magazine), Time'' as one of the Time 100, 100 most influential people in the world in 2016, and she has been featured multiple times in annual rankings of the highest-paid actresses in the world. In 2020, ''The New York Times'' ranked her #22 in its list of the 25 Greatest Actors of the 21st Century. McCarthy has received two Primetime Emmy Awards, her first for Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for playing Molly Flynn on the CBS sitcom ''Mike & Molly'' (2010–2016) followed by her win for Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series, O ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
