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Reasons for the success of some top supporting television artists are presented. These artists group includes the names of Jeremy Piven, Chandra Wilson , Jake Weber, Emily Procter, Melinda Clarke, Enrico Colantoni, Lisa Edelstein, Angus T.Jones, Kevin Weisman and Liza Weil.

There are numerous home-makeover programs on television, but there are some aspects of the shows that are not seen by viewers. For example, it normally takes a crew of workers to bring about the changes.

Television's preteen, or 'tween,' audience is a large a loyal one, and many programs cater to these viewers. Several tween stars are discussed, including Frankie Muniz of 'Malcolm in the Middle,' Hilary Duff of 'Lizzie McGuire,' and Christina Vidal of 'Taina.'

Twelve winners of the Miss America beauty competition describe how winning the title affected their lives. The women recall the event, the surrounding publicity and its impact on career, self esteem and self confidence.

Upcoming films starring Brad Pitt, Christina Ricci, Cameron Diaz and Matt Damon are described. The four actors are considered at the height of their careers.

Upcoming films starring Meg Ryan, Nicolas Cage, Harrison Ford, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jodie Foster and Winona Ryder are likely to revitalize the careers of the stars involved. The actors describe their roles and their lives.

Actress Roma Downey, lead star of the popular television series, 'Touched by an Angel,' is divorcing her husband, David Anspaugh. Anspaugh is reported to be demanding for a significant part of her $2 million annual income and a joint custody of their daughter.

WHETHER YOU STICK TO IT OR NOT, A New Year's resolution has something to offer: Just making it helps you figure out what's really going on in your life, what's […]

Learning proper career attitudes can help an employee get a promotion. Positive work attitudes such as resilience, balance, objectivity, flexibility, enthusiasm, and optimism all add up to getting promoted.

A Russian immigrant couple decorated their mansion outside Boston using the works of their compatriots. The house was designed by Russian architect Elena Kalman and features the works of several Russian artists.

Foster enjoys directing a film without acting in it at the same time, as was the case in 'Home for the Holidays.' She discusses making the film, her mother's reaction to it and other topics. She also expresses her admiration for Antonio Banderas, Mel Gibson and Laurence Fishburne.

A list of movies coming out in fall of 1995 with brief plot descriptions is presented. The movies include 'The Scarlet Letter,' 'Seven,' 'Devil in a Blue Dress,' 'To Die For,' 'Jade,' 'Four Rooms,' 'Get Shorty,' and 'Waiting to Exhale.'

Estefan feels lucky to have conceived her daughter. In 1990, the singer was in an automobile accident, which crushed one of her fallopian tubes. Estefan's life with husband Emilio, son Nayib and daughter Emily is described.

'Friends' is often rated one of the top 10 television programs of the week. The cast members have become friends in real life, and they watch the show together when it is broadcast. The personality of Courteney Cox is similar to that of her character, Monica.

A new generation of talented and dedicated film actors is breaking down traditional Hollywood barriers to being both young and successful. Twenty-two young stars are profiled, including Drew Barrymore, Ethan Hawke and Juliette Lewis.

Photorefractive keratectomy is made possible by a new laser surgical process using an excimer laser developed by Summit Technology Inc. The new process shaves off layers from the cornea, shaping something similar to a contact lens right onto the eye.

A number of actors, actresses and singers have made a great impact on the entertainment industry in 1994. These include Lisa Loeb, Samuel L. Jackson, Laura Leighton, Gary Sinise and Julia Ormond.

Modern gizmos such as faxes, modems and beepers were supposed to make life easier. However, they have made the working life significantly more demanding. To ease stress, employees and executives are leaving their communication systems behind to unwind.

Five styles of houses in New England are discussed. Each comes from a different era and is suitable for specific personalities. They are called the federal house, the Victorian house, the neocolonial house, the postwar house and the modern house.

Spinoffs, sequels and even original films are ready to invade motion picture theaters for summer 1994. Brief synopses are provides for comedies, dramas, family entertainment, and action features. The months of their release are included.

Entertainers achieving success with performances that surprise and electrify are briefly profiled. They are Stephen Dorff, David Caruso, Rosie O'Donnell, The Mavericks, Me'Shell NdegeOcello, Soundgarden, David Hyde Pierce, Toni Braxton, Henry Rollins, and more.

A month-by-month review of 1993's summer movies is presented, beginning with the high-profile May releases 'Sliver' and 'Super Mario Bros.' Other films previewed include 'Jurassic Park,' 'Guilty as Sin,' and 'Rising Sun.'

Bolton has sold 23 million albums and his new record, 'Timeless,' is in the top ten, but critics still ridicule him because he does not write his own material. His relationships with Nicollette Sheridan and his two daughters are discussed.

Newsmagazines have become the hottest and most competitive programs on television. Low production costs make them profitable with only moderate ratings, but many are topping their time slots. Competition for stories and fight over interviewee bookings are examined.

A total of 21 movies are briefly described, and their chances for success are evaluated. Ten upcoming sound recordings and concerts are briefly described.

LaPaglia, who is known for portraying hard-boiled New York characters, is actually from Adelaide, Australia. He felt that his accent was costing him roles, so he developed a New York accent. He discusses his career.

At my daughter's school they have something called a fifth-grade ambassador. Like most ambassador titles, this one is mostly honorary, with duties such as leading the school in the Pledge […]

As Ellen Berry opened her eyes, she slowly became aware of her surroundings. It seemed that only a moment ago she had been driving her green convertible on the Beltway […]

A preview is presented of the television movie 'Amy and Isabelle', which is based on Elizabeth Stroud's best-selling novel of 1998. It depicts the difficult relationship between a mother and a daughter after the discovery of the daughter's affair with her teacher.

Upcoming films starring Tom Hanks, Jim Carrey and Angelina Jolie are being critically acclaimed before they have even been released. The performances of the three actors is said to be very strong. The films are 'Man on the Moon,' 'Girl, Interrupted,' and 'The Green Mile.'

Christopher Reeve discusses how he copes with his disability and his directorial job in the film 'In the Gloaming'. Reeve acknowledges his family and other people who inspired him to go back to work.

A condominium unit in Cambridge, MA, undergoes renovations to adapt to the changing lifestyles of its owners. It was first decorated in 1979 for a Harvard Business School professor and bachelor, and renovated in 1985 when he got married and found it small for a couple.

Life is full of little mysteries. how, for instance, does your neighbor to the east, the one with the big-shot title, handle product sales all week and throw a blow-out […]

The summer 1996 movie season will feature a variety of action-adventure and special-effects-laden films, of which brief descriptions are presented. Among the movies scheduled to be released are: 'Independence Day', a movie about an alien invasion; and 'Eraser,' starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.

A 14-question test to evaluate a person's tendencies to demand too much attention from others is presented. A scoring system and advice on improving demanding behavior are included.

'Court TV' is one of the fastest-growing and most controversial shows on cable television. Founder Steve Brill defends it against accusations of salaciousness by advocating the public's right to access courtroom trials. He is also happy to embarrass convicted criminals.

Michael Bolton sings romantic songs that have made him a sex symbol. Bolton places great importance on spending time with his children, even though he is divorced from their mother. Bolton's inability to establish a long-term relationship may be due to his high standards for women.