Interview: ‘Empire’ has made kings of stars Yazz and Jussie Smollett
We all like to think that fame wouldn't change us or the people around us. We are convinced we would be the same exact person we've always been, no matter...
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Sighting: Jameis Winston dines at Giordano’s
Normally this sports sightings round-up is full of mostly Chicago sports stars, but with the Fanatics Authentic show going on at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont last...
Cubs have made ‘New Girl’ star Jake Johnson a believer
Jake Johnson has a message for Cubs fans: Have faith. The "New Girl" actor and Evanston native -- who can be seen in the upcoming "Jurassic World" -- believes it's...
Macho Man’s road to WWE Hall of Fame went through Downers Grove
It's easy to miss the Downers Grove North Hall of Fame plaque honoring class of 1971 alum "Macho Man" Randy Savage. The plaque features the pro wrestling legend's real name...
‘Empire’ stars coming to Chicago for album signing
The stars of the hottest show on network television are coming to Chicago to sign copies of the No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart. Jussie Smollett and Bryshere...
Gold medalist Evan Lysacek’s new spin: commercial real estate
U.S. Olympic gold medal winning figure skater and former "Dancing with the Stars" runner-up Evan Lysacek now has a regular-person job. The Naperville-raised Lysacek began working for Charter Realty and...
‘Empire’ actor reacts to getting killed off in season finale (spoilers)
During a recent interview with "Empire" actor Malik Yoba, I asked if he had started apartment hunting in Chicago now that the hit Fox drama, which films in the city,...
Sighting: Laurence Fishburne and Eamonn Walker take in Goodman’s ‘Two Trains Running’
There have been a few famous faces spotted in the crowd during Chicago plays this month. Here are those sightings and a bunch more: - Laurence Fishburne ("The Matrix") and...
Chicago enjoying ‘Empire’ close-up
The love triangle on Fox's hit series "Empire" was ignited when Empire Entertainment head of A&R Anika Calhoun said she was flying to Chicago to work on a contract with...
‘Big Brother’ casting in Chicago
"Big Brother" is coming to Chicago to look for houseguests. Those interested in living in a house with and competing against strangers without being able to leave the property for...