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America Ferrera is the star of ABC's hit new comedy, "Ugly Betty". And she's also in a new film that just premiered at the Austin Film Festival. While in Austin recently, Ferrera sat down with KVUE's Olga Campos to talk about the film "Steel City" and the success of "Ugly Betty".

To celebrate the 40 year anniversary there's a new book about the show, called "'It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown' --- The making of a television classic." Actress Ellen Barkin's bling was sold at auction Tuesday night, netting her a cool $20 million. The 100 pieces of jewelry, including diamonds, rubies, and sapphires, were given to her by her ex-husband Ron Perelman during their six-year marriage.

It was the fourth-largest single owner auction in history and the head of Christie's jewelry division says Barkin is very, very pleased with the outcome. Irritated by hecklers during a skit, Barbara Streisand told someone to "Shut the ___ up." From Los Angeles to New York, modern technology lets us beam news into Seattle.

And when we can't reach the stars, they too come to us via satellite. But sometimes, the stars have to wait and wile away the minutes. Evidently, all this waiting can be tiring.

Musician Don Walser died Wednesday at age 72. KVUE's Shelton Green reports. (Photography by KVUE's Jarrod Wise.

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Musician Don Walser died Wednesday after a lengthy illness. He was 72.
At a memorial for "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin at the Australia Zoo Wednesday, 8-year-old Bindi Irwin told the crowd that she had the "best daddy in the world.

" She helped make the TV show "Sex and the City" a hit. Now Sarah Jessica Parker hopes to do the same with her new fragrance. The actress talked with her fans at the downtown Seattle Nordstrom on Thursday.

Some people even lined up on the escalators to get a photo. The fragrance is called "Lovely" and Parker even signed bottles for her fans.
Friends and fans remember Bennie Smith of St.

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The world has lost its favorite wildlife enthusiast, Steve Irwin, aka the Crocodile Hunter. Sadly, Steve leaves behind a young family including his wife and partner, Terri, who grew up in Eugene, Oregon. A few years ago, Evening Magazine talked to Steve and Terri about their life together.

Enjoy these previously unseen outtakes and remember the Crocodile Hunter as we do - with a smile. If there is one man who brought testicular cancer into the public spotlight more than anyone else, it's cycling star Lance Armstrong. His legacy will almost surely be in inspiring all cancer survivors to "live strong.

" Paris Hilton was arrested in Hollywood early Thursday (9/7) morning suspected of driving under the influence. "The officers observed that Hilton exhibited the symptoms of intoxication. A field sobriety test was conducted at scene, and the officers determined she was driving under the influence,'' Officer I.

Isabella said, reading a police statement. Paris Hilton was booked on suspicion of misdemeanor DUI and released. Sister, Nikki with beau Kevin Connolly, were seen rushing into the Los Angeles Police Department, Hollywood Station, where Paris was being held.

Paris' publicist, Elliot Mintz, confirmed the arrest and said police detected the minimum blood-alcohol level to warrant an arrest. Hilton was driving home from a charity event at the time according to Mintz. Kimberly Stewart, Rod Stewart's daughter was reportedly also in the vehicle.

The hosts of Good Morning Texas sit down and talk with the famous Paula Deen.
Gary Cogill sits down and talks with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson about his upcomming movie, "Gridiron Gang". Gary Cogill, and the other hosts of Good Morning Texas, talk with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson about his upcomming movie "Gridiron Gang".

Memorabilia from actor John Goodman is safe after fire races through a restaurant he co-owns in Sunset Hills, St. Louis. Emergency crews got the call for a fire at O'Leary's in the 3800 block of South Lindbergh just before 4:30 a.

m. on Thursday. KVUE profiles singer/actor/Aggie Lyle Lovett.

The rags to riches story of John Paul DeJoria.
KVUE's Mike Barnes talks with Longhorn baseball coach Augie Garrido.
He is one of America's most controversial filmmakers.

Now, with World Trade Center, Oliver Stone takes on 9/11. But if you're expecting a twisted tale laced with conspiracy theories, you're in for a surprise. The movie is straight-forward and one you'll never forget.

Saint Bryan has the preview. "Snakes on a Plane," starring Samuel L. Jackson, opens August 18.

He's the legendary tongue-wagging demon of KISS, and now he's also a reality TV star. It's called Gene Simmons family jewels on A E.
This year, Miranda Lambert of Lindale, Texas near dallas is on the lineup for the CMA Music Festival.

But he was a karate champion in his younger days, and that experience has helped him gain the reputation as the toughest man in the world. KVUE's Matt Mitchell found that out first hand.
A preview of this weekend's new movies.

Watch "Extra" each weekday at 3:30 p.m. on KVUE.

Gary Cogill chats with 'Clerks II' director Kevin Smith about his movies and his faith.
After meeting with Mayor Ray Nagin, Pitt announced a project with Global Green USA. The international design contest will bring new environmentally-friendly housing to the city.

Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards talks briefly about having to undergo brain surgery after falling out of a tree last April.
Gary Cogill and Dallas Morning News religion reporter Jeffrey Weiss discuss the religous symbolism in 'Superman Returns.'
The rock band KISS has opened a coffee house in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

The Godfather of Funk went to the Orange Show to autograph the art car made by students at Waltrip High School.
Have you thought about remodeling your home, but don't know what kinds of tools you need? Josephine Cheng talked to expert Ty Pennington.

Actor Robert Duvall talks with Gary Cogill about his new television movie "Broken Trail."