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'Simpsons’ Shakeup: Popular Character Duffman Out After 30 Seasons
For the second time in a single season, “The Simpsons” has shocked fans by permanently writing off a beloved supporting character after decades on the air.
The beer-slinging mascot Duffman, a staple of Springfield and pop culture for more than 30 seasons, was officially retired in Sunday’s, Jan. 4, episode “Seperance.”
In a storyline echoing the modern world’s changing tastes, the man behind the mask, Barry Duffman, arrives at the Simpson home — this time not in his usual cape and spandex, but a drab business suit.
He explains that the Duff Corporation has discontinued the character,…
New Dr. Seuss Book Coming After Big Discovery: 'Time Capsule Of His Imagination'
A never-before-seen Dr. Seuss book will be released, bringing the beloved Cat in the Hat character back to life for a new generation of kids.
"Sing the 50 United States!" will be the latest release from the iconic author, Random House Children's Books announced on Tuesday, Oct. 28. The book will be available on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, with an initial print run of 500,000 copies.
The original manuscript and cover sketch were found in materials preserved by Dr. Seuss Enterprises at the Geisel Library, located on the campus of the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Seuss, w…
Chuck Mangione, Jazz Star, 'King Of The Hill' Recurring Guest, Dies
An iconic jazz musician has died in his upstate New York home, according to reports.
Chuck Mangione died on Tuesday, July 22, according to a family statement. The 84-year-old's death was first reported by the Democrat & Chronicle, a newspaper in his hometown of Rochester, NY.
Mangione's family said he "peacefully passed away in his sleep" at his Rochester home. He was most well-known for the song "Feels So Good," along with the 1977 album with the same name.
The flugelhorn and trumpet player was born on Friday, Nov. 29, 1940. He began music lessons at age 8 and play…
NJ Director's Hit Film Rakes In $8M In 15-Year Anniversary Release
A New Jersey director's movie was one of the big winners at the box office last weekend, despite being 15 years old.
A re-release of "Coraline", directed by Glen Cove native Henry Selick, who later lived in Rumson, finished in 5th place at the box office, earning $8.63 million over the weekend on 1,603 screens, breaking its previous record for a Fathom Events movie, after earning $7 million in a re-release last year, according to Deadline
"Coraline" was released to critical acclaim in 2009. The movie, which stars Dakota Fanning as the voice of the titular character, made $75.3 million at th…
