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• Noah Wyle as Dr. John Carter

  “ER’s” Noah Wyle discusses the character growth of Dr. John Carter. Continue reading →

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  Noah Wyle as Dr. John Carter
• George Clooney’s Powerful Pen

  “ER” star George Clooney used his popularity to speak out against discrimination. Continue reading →

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  George Clooney’s Powerful Pen
• Howie Mandel on “St. Elsewhere”

  When Howie Mandel auditioned for “St. Elsewhere,” he thought he was trying out for a sitcom. Continue reading →

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  Howie Mandel on “St. Elsewhere”
• Tim Allen on his First “Tonight Show” Appearance

  Tim Allen, already the star of a hit sitcom, was invited to perform on Johnny Carson’s “Tonight Show,” he got off on the wrong foot and gave a less than stellar performance. But by 1994, Tim recovered, enjoying unprecedented success … Continue reading →

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  Tim Allen on his First “Tonight Show” Appearance
• Creating Seinfeld

  When Jerry Seinfeld sat down with friend and fellow comedian Larry David in 1989 to discuss plans for a sitcom, they knew they wanted to create a scenario that wasn’t too far from Jerry’s real life experience: a New York … Continue reading →

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  Creating Seinfeld
• Tim Allen’s Transition to TV

  When Disney chief Jeffrey Katzenberg first approached Allen about doing a sitcom, Allen outright refused, only relenting when Katzenberg guaranteed him complete editorial freedom – the ability to create a show from scratch based on his standup persona.

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  Tim Allen’s Transition to TV
• Roseanne Barr, Working Class Feminist

  An extension of Roseanne Barr’s unapologetically feminist standup persona, “Roseanne” made waves by fearlessly tackling difficult social, political and economic issues with humor and homespun grace. With nine successful seasons on the air, “Roseanne” redefined the concept of the American … Continue reading →

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  Roseanne Barr, Working Class Feminist
• Jerry Seinfeld on “Getting Laughs”

  Beloved New York comedian Jerry Seinfeld, star of the hit sitcom “Seinfeld,” explains the challenges of “getting a laugh” in this exclusive web extra.

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  Jerry Seinfeld on “Getting Laughs”
• Breaking Barriers Preview

  This episode traces the story of people of color on American television—including the breakthroughs of African-Americans Diahann Carroll (Julia) and Bill Cosby (I Spy); Latinos Desi Arnaz (I Love Lucy) and Edward James Olmos (Miami Vice); and Asian-Americans George Takei … Continue reading →

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  Breaking Barriers Preview
• Acting Funny Preview

  This episode peeks behind the curtain to reveal the backstage techniques of America’s favorite comedic actors—ranging from Robin Williams’ manic improvisational style to Tina Fey’s measured, highly-prepared approach. Episode airs Tuesday, April 29 at 8PM (check local listings).

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  Acting Funny Preview
• Preview: Doctors and Nurses

  From George Clooney on ER to Richard Chamberlain on Dr. Kildare, television’s long love affair with doctors and nurses shows no signs of letting up. Noah Wyle, Anthony Edwards, Gloria Reuben, Howie Mandel, Ed Begley Jr., Chad Everett and others … Continue reading →

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  Preview: Doctors and Nurses
• Season Four Preview

  More than 200 breakthrough stars bring their stories to life in season four of the Emmy-nominated documentary series PIONEERS OF TELEVISION. Each episode melds compelling new interviews with irresistible clips to offer a fresh take on TV’s biggest celebrities. Featured … Continue reading →

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  Season Four Preview