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  NBC News’ John Palmer Dies

  By Dr. Michele Berman on August 4, 2013

  Veteran NBC News reporter John Palmer has died. The 77-year-old former White House Correspondent and Today show host died at George Washington Hospital, after a...

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  Who Stole Kei$ha’s Tail?

  By Dr. Michele Berman on August 2, 2013

  We all know pop singer Kei$ha can be a bit unusual at times. Like when the “Gonna Die Young” singer admitted that she drinks her...

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  “Private Benjamin’s” Eileen Brennan Dies of Bladder Cancer

  By Dr. Michele Berman on July 31, 2013

  Stage, screen and television actress Eileeen Brennan has died. Her manager, Kim Vasilakis, confirmed the death, saying that the cause was bladder cancer. Brennan is...

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  Sam Simon, Simpsons Co-Creator, Giving Away His Fortune

  By Dr. Michele Berman on July 29, 2013

  Sam Simon knows how to make people smile. As co-creator of The Simpsons, with Matt Groening and James L. Brooks, as well as a comedy...

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  Could Amanda Bynes Have Schizophrenia?

  By Dr. Michele Berman on July 24, 2013

  Let’s face it, Amanda Bynes has not been acting normally for quite some time: Since last year, the former Nickelodeon starlet has been arrested for...

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  It’s a Boy!

  By Dr. Michele Berman on July 22, 2013

  How many hours can people stare at a closed door? Too many, as the hundreds of media personnel guarding their prized location across the street...

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  “Law and Order’s” Dennis Farina Dies of Blood Clot in Lung

  By Dr. Michele Berman on July 22, 2013

  He started as a Chicago police officer, but became a well-known character actor who played roles on both sides of the law. Dennis Farina has...

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  Are Jenny McCarthy’s Views Too Controversial For “The View”?

  By Dr. Michele Berman on July 22, 2013

  Daytime talk show “The View” is undergoing some dramatic changes this season. Original panelist Joy Behar is leaving at the end of the season, conservative...

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  Teenage “Cover Girl” Loses Cancer Battle

  By Dr. Michele Berman on July 16, 2013

  Talia Castellano has been an inspiration for millions of viewers. The 13-year-old became a YouTube sensation with her video makeup reviews and tutorials. What made...

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  Glee Star Cory Monteith Found Dead- UPDATED

  By Dr. Michele Berman on July 14, 2013

  Actor Cory Monteith, 31, has died. The actor, known for playing jock turned songster Finn Hudson on Fox TV’s hit show Glee, was found dead...

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