“Homeland,” based on Israeli series, wins best drama Emmy

Published on September 24, 2012

The television drama "Homeland," which is based on the Israeli series "Hatufim," was named the year's best drama series at the 64th Primetime Emmy Awards.

Remembering Marvin Hamlisch: One singular sensation… and what he did for love

Published on August 8, 2012

It was early 1989, and TV producer Terre Blair called her mother with the exciting news. “I’m engaged”, she announced. “I’m getting married to Marvin Hamlisch!” “Marvin Hamlisch?”, the prospective mother-in-law replied. “You mean the boxer from Las Vegas?” “No, Mom. That’s Marvin Hagler”, Terre laughed. “Marvin Hamlisch is a composer; he writes songs, and he tours”. “Just what this family needs”, said Mom. “An out-of-work songwriter."

Composer Marvin Hamlisch dies at 68

Published on August 7, 2012

Composer Marvin Hamlisch, who earned critical acclaim and popularity for a prolific output of dozens of motion-picture scores and shows including "The Way We Were," "The Sting" and "A Chorus Line," has died in Los Angeles. He was 68.

‘Family Guy’ appeals to ‘overprivileged Brentwood Jews’ in Emmy ad

Published on May 30, 2012

"Family Guy" appealed for an Emmy Award by asking "overprivileged Brentwood Jews" to "let us into your little club."

No Emmy, but still a big year for Sheldon ‘Undercover Boss’ Yellen

Published on September 20, 2011

Sheldon Yellen, the CEO of BELFOR Property Restoration, never expected to be a reality television star when he signed on for an episode of the CBS program "Undercover Boss."

[PODCAST] An Emmy Nomination for the Kosher Porky Pig: ‘Looney Tunes’ ’ Bob Bergen [UPDATE]

By Naomi Pfefferman
Published on September 19, 2011

‘Big Bang Theory’ Actress Lives at Intersection of Science, Religion [UPDATE]

By Naomi Pfefferman
Published on September 19, 2011

My evening at the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences honoring “Hot in Cleveland”

By Julia Bendis
Published on March 31, 2011

Emmy Awards: Top Ten Jewish Moments

By Naomi Pfefferman
Published on August 29, 2010

Al Jazeera Gaza coverage earns Emmy nomination

Published on August 12, 2010

The Al Jazeera English news channel was nominated for an International Emmy for its coverage of the Gaza War.

Mr. Warmth wins an Emmy—did a rabbi give him his start?

By The Web Guy
Published on September 22, 2008

Freshman Israeli filmmaker earns three Emmy nods

Published on September 18, 2008

Rosie O'Donnell was impressed enough by Medalia and her venture that she joined the project as executive producer.

Jill Soloway says comedy and tragedy go together

By Sarah Price Brown
Published on September 14, 2006

I Ate the Whole Thing!

Published on August 31, 2006

Circuit News.

Jack Bender: ‘Lost’ and ‘Found’

By Keren Engelberg
Published on August 24, 2006

TV veteran Jack Bender will attend the Emmy Awards this Sunday. He's nominated again this year in the category of Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series for his work on the hit ABC show "Lost," for which he is also an executive producer.

Power Begets Madness in ‘Steps’

By Robert David Jaffee
Published on May 25, 2006

Michael Halperin, who wrote "All Steps Necessary," a new Holocaust-themed play being staged by the Inkwell Theater, concurs with Milgram. Taking place just after Kristallnacht, his play dramatizes a meeting of Nazi leaders and their formal response to the fallout from the pogrom.

Ex-Movie Exec Isn’t Silent About Films

By Robert David Jaffee
Published on May 18, 2006

Roger Mayer lounges in the living room of his house on Benedict Canyon Road, a comfortable two-story clapboard structure in Beverly Hills. The newly minted octogenarian, who looks at least 10 years younger, effortlessly recalls dates, numbers and deals from decades ago.

Stan Burns

Published on November 21, 2002

Stan Burns, an Emmy Award-winning comedy writer, died of heart failure Nov. 5 at the Motion Picture and Television Fund Hospital. He was 79.

Emmy ‘Loves’ TV Tribemembers

By Naomi Pfefferman
Published on September 26, 2002

When Brad Garrett accepted his best supporting actor Emmy on Sunday, Sept. 22, the irony was thick as a Sicilian pizza -- or a deli sandwich. The 6-foot-8-inch Jewish actor plays Ray Romano's sullen cop brother, Robert, on the CBS hit "Everybody Loves Raymond," featuring the sitcom world's favorite Italian American family. But Garrett (born Gerstenfeld), a rabbi's son, drew huge laughs when he joked, "I just hope that this award breaks down the door for Jewish people who are trying to get into showbusiness."

Wings

By Teresa Strasser
Published on May 18, 2000

I never thought I'd find myself in any place called "The Winner'sRoom," mingling with soap opera stars and clutching a huge gold statue.

Celebrating Israel’s50th

By Michael Aushenker
Published on May 7, 1998

The peace process is stalled, pluralism issues remain unresolved and the Netanyahu government is in turmoil. But organizers of a major, star-studded 50th anniversary tribute to Israel later this year are focusing their attention on celebration, not contention. Indeed, a rare in-gathering of major Hollywood celebrities, Jewish communal officals and organizational leaders has come together to mark Israel's first half century.

Gearing Up for 50

By Ruth Stroud
Published on January 22, 1998

The peace process is stalled, pluralism issues remain unresolved and the Netanyahu government is in turmoil. But organizers of a major, star-studded 50th anniversary tribute to Israel later this year are focusing their attention on celebration, not contention. Indeed, a rare in-gathering of major Hollywood celebrities, Jewish communal officials and organizational leaders has come together to mark Israel's first half century.