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Robin Williams on heaven, comedy and the mind
Robin Williams was a guest on the legendary show "Inside the Actor's Studio," where he displayed his comedic genius and his poignant poetic side. Wolf Blitzer talks to the host of the program, James Lipton.
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Shirley MacLaine on the record
Shirley MacLaine’s career spans six decades - on stage, in the movies and as an author detailing beliefs on everything from reincarnation to life on other planets.
This weekend she will be one of the stars receiving the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors for their contributions to American culture.
MacLaine recently sat down with CNN Chief Political Analyst Gloria Borger. In the interview she said the honor is “more of a life appreciation award," and what a life she has had.
In the interview MacLaine recounted not only her amazing acting career, but also her involvement in politics and her views on life.
She also recalled her old pals, including the infamous "Rat Pack" rogues Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin as well as President John F. Kennedy.
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Wolf: Ron Burgundy tried to poison me
In this moving tribute to legendary "Anchorman" Ron Burgundy, Wolf Blitzer recalls how Burgundy beat him out of a job because of his mustache - and later tried to kill him. Check out Will Ferrell's new movie "Anchorman 2," in theaters December 18.
Anderson Cooper and Chris Cuomo join Wolf in remembering the man, the myth, the legend that is Ron Burgundy.
"Alpha House" actor on show's inspiration
Some of the most powerful men in Washington have been sharing a frat-style house for years. If it sounds like a sitcom, it's because it is. Actor Mark Consuelos is one of the stars of the new show on Amazon.com, but he tells Wolf Blitzer about the real-life inspiration for the show: Sen. Chuck Schumer, Sen. Dick Durbin, and Rep. George Miller.
For more on the true story that inspired the show, check out Dana Bash's report:
Hollywood producer - and Israeli spy
He has produced some of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters and most acclaimed films, but Arnon Milchan's double life as a spy is the stuff movies are made of. CNN's Nischelle Turner reports.
Ron Burgundy the car salesman
Will Ferrell's fake anchorman Ron Burgundy becomes a real car salesman. CNN's Jeanne Moos reports.
"Gravity" gets an "A" from one astronaut
It skyrocketed to the top of the box office this past weekend, but many in the scientific community and beyond are asking how accurate is the blockbuster "Gravity"? CNN's Jeanne Moos talks to one astronaut and has him weigh in on star Sandra Bullock's tools, underwear, and hair.
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