Articles by Lynn Elber

27 articles since 1998

A look at the kids of parents who go to war

Entertainment | By Lynn Elber | July 4, 2008
When my stepdad went to Iraq, half my heart went with him,” says a youngster featured in Nickelodeon’s special about the burdens that war and its aftermath place on children. Read more
 

Ages 18 to 49? Phooey on them

Entertainment | By Lynn Elber | November 19, 2007
In the youth-obsessed world of television, a channel that openly pursues older viewers is showing the kind of fiercely rebellious spirit that even a teenager would have to admire. Read more
 

Trouble in Three Rivers city?

Entertainment | By Lynn Elber | August 25, 2007
Jeff Goldblum and his hometown of Pittsburgh, whether it likes it or not, have combined to create a surprising summer delight. Read more
 

Done in by mighty sword and pen

Entertainment | By Lynn Elber | July 27, 2007
Recently, Steve Blackwood of “Days of Our Lives” was caught up in a four-car accident on Vine Street in Hollywood and walked away without serious injury. Read more
 

Host 15 years and counting – down

Entertainment | By Lynn Elber | May 25, 2007
Jay Leno, marking his 15th year as host of “The Tonight Show” today, understands his role with NBC’s late-night institution like a good comedian knows timing. Read more
 

Facing mortality, he chose to keep boldly living life

Entertainment | By Lynn Elber | April 3, 2007
Elizabeth Edwards, facing invasive cancer, has said that she doesn’t intend to let the disease “be the boss of me.” Read more
 

Corbin Bleu is rockin’ but has no time for misbehaving

Entertainment | By Lynn Elber | January 6, 2007
Corbin Bleu is living a rock star’s life, or at least a well-scrubbed Disney version. Read more
 

Harry Shearer plays a record producer

Entertainment | By Lynn Elber | May 9, 2006
Harry Shearer is Mr. Read more
 

Once again, without feeling

Entertainment | By Lynn Elber | November 10, 2004
In the makeup trailer for “CSI: Miami,” the coroner and the murder victim sit side by side. Read more
 

Queer as Folk’ to tackle subject of gay marriage

Entertainment | By Lynn Elber | July 9, 2004
While the issue of gay marriage has received its share of television news and talk show time, it has been largely absent from TV series – until now. Read more
 
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