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Sheila Benson, who was chief film critic for the Los Angeles Times from 1981-1991, died February 23 in Seattle. She was 91.

party and delivers a pick-up line for the ages. “If you don’t have anything to do tonight, how would you like to learn how to do the rhumba?” he asks.

Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week.MOVIES— If “Being the Ricardos” left you wanting more Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, or just a less Sorkin-ized version of the larger-than-life couple, Amazon Prime Video has Amy Poehler’s documentary “Lucy and Desi” coming to the service Friday. Poehler has said that she wanted to give audiences a deeper understanding of the couple, their creativity, their tumultuous relationship and their groundbreaking sitcom “I Love Lucy.” The doc includes interviews with Norman Lear, Bette Midler and Carol Burnett.

The iconic couple Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz of “I Love Lucy” are getting another close up look at their life.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter“Lucy and Desi,” a new documentary from director Amy Poehler, tells the true story behind the television trailblazers who changed the landscape of Hollywood.In the first trailer, which dropped on Monday, icons like Bette Midler, Carol Burnett and Norman Lear attempt to put into words the impact that Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz had on the entertainment industry.“They established their own studio. That’s an enormous operation,” marvels Lear.

Quiet since November, The Problem with Jon Stewart is set to start up again on AppleTV+ on March 3.

Cher, 75, joins the list of many celebrities to honor the great late Betty White and she did it in her own unique way. The iconic singer gave her rendition of “Thank You For Being A Friend” from Golden Girls, the show which Betty starred as Rose in for seven years. To make the tribute even more special, the “In His Kiss” singer performed the number on the Golden Girls sound stage.

Jon Stewart, the comedian, activist and former host of “The Daily Show,” will receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor from the Kennedy Center. Stewart will be recognized in a gala ceremony and performance April 24 that will be broadcast nationally.

Betty White's inimitable legacy will live on forever, a new documentary is set to honor the icon in a fresh, beautiful way.  will celebrate what would have been the star's 100th birthday, with new interviews that were filmed prior to White's death on New Year's Eve.The documentary film comes from the production duo of Steve Boettcher and Mike Trinklein, and will take viewers through the life and critically-acclaimed acting career of White, all while featuring a behind-the-scenes look at some of her most iconic sitcom roles. The documentary will also include Betty White's final interview before her untimely passing.will premiere in theaters across the country (for one day only) on Jan.

People all over the world are remembering Betty White on what would have been her 100th birthday.

Golden Girls star Betty White died of a stroke, according to reports in the United States.

The passing of Betty White was a truly terrible way to end the year. The iconic actress passed of natural causes (yes, natural causes despite the gross rumors) on December 31 at the age of 99 years old .

A lasting memory. After Betty White passed away of natural causes on Friday, December 31, her former costar Vicki Lawrence revealed her late friend’s emotional last words.

Annie Live! is coming soon!

There has been much written in recent years about the salary disparity between men and women in Hollywood, and Vicki Lawrence has come forward with her own personal story from her days with “The Carol Burnett Show”.

Fans of “The Voice” are convinced Kristin Chenoweth is Ariana Grande’s advisor.

The judges on The Voice are teasing their advisors for the Battle Rounds and fans have already figured out Ariana Grande‘s mentor.

Taraji P. Henson is taking on an iconic role!

There’s a new queen of mean on Easy Street. Taraji P. Henson is set to play the villainous Miss Hannigan in Annie Live!, NBC’s adaptation of the Tony-winning musical that airs in December.

Michael Appler A year to the day since Broadway shuttered, Liza Minnelli celebrated her 75th birthday — but not over post-show drinks with Joan Collins, in a limo in Paris with John Waters, or at her childhood home with Shirley MacLaine.Memories like those abounded in “A Love Letter to Liza,” a benefit for the Actors Fund on Friday night, meant as a birthday tribute to Minnelli.

Jane Fonda called for Hollywood to "expand that tent" of who is allowed to tell stories in the industry, while Norman Lear thanked a series of creators he has worked with over his decades-long career while accepting the Cecil B. DeMille and Carol Burnett awards, respectively, at theGolden Globeson Sunday night.

LOS ANGELES -- Norman Lear made TV relevant with “All in the Family” and more 20th-century sitcoms, and he's accomplished the same for himself as a working producer who's nearing his 99th birthday.But Lear was modest as he accepted the Carol Burnett Award for his decades of achievement — and the decades themselves — at Sunday's virtual Golden Globes ceremony.“I am convinced that laughter adds time to one’s life, and nobody has made me laugh harder, nobody I owe more time to, than Carol Burnett,”

Television icon Norman Lear was presented with the Carol Burnett Award at this year’s Golden Globes. 

Norman Lear has received another huge honor!

third-ever Carol Burnett Award for TV excellence at the 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards.After an introduction, narrated by Wanda Sykes, showcasing his contributions to the TV landscape, Lear — appearing virtually — accepted the honor with grace and charm.«To accept an award, this award, in the name of Carol Burnett, I could not feel more blessed,» Lear shared. «I am convinced that laughter adds time to one's life, and nobody has made me laugh harder, there's no one I owe more time to than Carol

Bridesmaids” premiered a decade ago and became an undeniable box office smash.

Matt Donnelly Senior Film WriterA film about the life of comedy icon Carol Burnett has found its writer-director.The adaptation of Burnett’s bestselling memoir, “Carrie and Me: A Mother-Daughter Love Story,” will be helmed by Tara Miele, whose feature “Wander Darkly” opens this Friday.

Apple TV+ is in final negotiations for Carrie & Me, a new film adapted from Carrie and Me: A Mother-Daughter Love Story, Carol Burnett’s bestselling memoir about her daughter Carrie Hamilton. Tara Miele will write and direct the project, which will be produced by Apple Studios along with iconic entertainer Burnett, Emmy winner Tina Fey, Eric Gurian, Steven Rogers and Josh McLaughlin. Jeff Richmond will executive produce.