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On the heels of the shocking and saddening news of actor James Gandolfini's death, on Wednesday evening Piers Morgan dedicated his entire program to remembering the star of "The Sopranos."
A veteran of more than 40 films, it was the iconic portrayal of crime boss Tony Soprano in HBO's hit show "The Sopranos" that garnered Gandolfini the most acclaim.
Joining "Piers Morgan Live" by phone, actor Kevin O'Rourke remembered his late coworker and friend: FULL POST
Amidst the shocking news surrounding actor James Gandolfini's sudden death, on Wednesday evening "Piers Morgan Live" welcomed a collection of entertainment industry insiders and experts, all charged with remembering the "The Sopranos" star and identifying his proper position within the pantheon of televisions greatest actors and roles.
Most-widely recognized for his iconic portrayal of crime boss Tony Soprano in the hit show "The Sopranos," HBO issued a statement in response to Gandolfini's death:
"We're all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the loss of a beloved member of our family. He was special man, a great talent, but more importantly a gentle and loving person who treated everyone no matter their title or position with equal respect. He touched so many of us over the years with his humor, his warmth and his humility. Our hearts go out to his wife and children during this terrible time. He will be deeply missed by all of us."
Joined live by journalist Krista Smith, Piers Morgan attempted to gauge Gandolfini's industry influence:
[We] "could say that HBO's great success was built on 'The Sopranos,'" Morgan offered to his guest.
The West Coast Editor of "Vanity Fair," Smith concurred: FULL POST
According to an HBO spokesperson, actor James Gandolfini of "The Sopranos" fame has died in Italy.
A veteran of more than 40 films, Gandolfini is most-widely known for his iconic portrayal of crime boss Tony Soprano in HBO's hit show "The Sopranos," a role which earned him three Emmy Awards.
Gandolfini's death comes while on vacation in Rome, Italy, and is said to have been the result of a possible heart attack. He was 51 years old.
Tune in to "Piers Morgan Live" at 9 as the host, and a collection of guests, pay tribute, and share memories, of the late James Gandolfini.
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On the heels of horrifying allegations out of Ohio, in which multiple people are accused of holding a mentally disabled woman and her daughter captive amidst inhumane conditions, this evening "Piers Morgan Live" invites crime writer Patricia Cornwell to offer her unique professional insight.
Coming on the heels of Tuesday's live phone interview with "Becky" – the mother of one of the alleged captors who's denying the charges – tonight's visit marks a return to the program for the "Kay Scarpetta" series author, who in the past has shared her perspective on the Trayvon Martin case, as well as the story of the "Cannibal Cop."
Meanwhile, exactly one week since being acquitted on all counts related to sexual battery and illegal video recordings, this evening Dr. Lance Everett Wyatt will share specifics of what his attorney and investigator are calling a misunderstanding. Joining Piers Morgan for a live, face to face interview, tonight the Los Angeles plastic surgeon is a free man despite only 7 days ago facing jail time, the loss of his medical license, and a lifetime registration as a sex offender.
Also, in advance of the upcoming film "Jobs," in which he is portrayed by actor Josh Gad, tonight Steve Wozniak will join the program with his traditional brand of candid humor, and wide-reaching perspective. Having joined with the late Steve Jobs to found Apple in the late 1970s, the man who boasts "engineers first" as part of his Twitter profile, "Woz" is expected to offer his thoughts on everything from the NSA's data-mining program, to the recent birth of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's daughter, whom he visited in the hospital over the weekend.
Tune in at 9 as a Morgan touches upon everything from crime and technology, to privacy, security, and modern medicine.
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In advance of her cameo in the upcoming film "Bling Ring" – based upon a robbery scheme of which she was a victim – this evening Paris Hilton joined "Piers Morgan Live" for a primetime, face to face interview.
Joining the host live in his Los Angeles studio, the 32-year-old heiress shared her thoughts on those who broke into her home, rifled through her belongings, and helped themselves to whatever they wanted:
"I think it's absolutely disgusting what they did, when I was watching the movie I was just so horrified and disgusted by what they did to me," said Hilton, referring to surveillance video of the thieves in action. "It was just so wrong, so it just was very upsetting."
Speaking to the role social media played in enabling the thieves to access her information, and as such, access her home, Hilton noted the need for an increased level of awareness: FULL POST
On the heels of Tuesday's sad news about the shocking death of journalist Michael Hastings, who died tragically in a morning car accident, "Piers Morgan Live" invited Glenn Greenwald and Daniel Ellsberg to remember his life and legacy.
A friend of this show, Hastings appeared several times in 2012, most recently in November when he debated the implications of General David Petraeus' sex scandal. Earlier in that same year Hastings discussed Governor Scott Walker's reelection and Barack Obama's reelection campaign.
"It's hard to process the fact Michael is gone," Greenwald told Piers Morgan. "He was a friend of mine but more importantly than that, he was one of the nation's really relentless journalists that who disregarded the rules of access journalism."
Many will remember Hastings for his truth seeking and hard-hitting journalism, including his "Rolling Stone's" article entitled "The Runaway General", which ultimately forced General Stanley McChrystal to step down: FULL POST
On the heels of shocking allegations out of Ohio, in which multiple people are accused of holding a mentally disabled woman and her daughter captive, amidst inhumane conditions, Tuesday's "Piers Morgan Live" offered the mother of one of the alleged captors an opportunity to share a different side of the story.
Using only the name "Becky," the guest spoke with Piers Morgan via phone, and refuted the account being presented by police and the press:
"The supposedly [sic] victim has been over at my house many a times for birthday parties, Thanksgiving, Christmas, you know ... no, none of this happened," said the mother of Jordie Callahan, one of the three people facing charges of forced labor.
According to federal prosecutors, the women were held in small quarters, along with various reptiles and a pit bull, while being denied food, and robbed of their government benefits and their dignity. "Becky," meanwhile, claims it was the mother who was responsible for the inhumane treatment: FULL POST
On a day which sees Vice President Joe Biden hold a White House event designed to offer a progress report on the administration's efforts to curb gun violence, this evening "Piers Morgan Live" welcomes the father of a boy facing prison time for his pro-NRA T-shirt.
In April, Jared Marcum was arrested after wearing clothing to school that supports the gun lobby. Asked to remove it, the 14-year-old refused, landing him first in the principal's office, and ultimately, in a court room. Tonight Jared's step-dad Allen Lardieri joins Piers Morgan for a live, primetime interview.
Also, in advance of her cameo in the upcoming film "Bling Ring" – based upon a robbery scheme of which she was a victim – this evening Paris Hilton will visit with the host for a face to face conversation in his Los Angeles studio. With 17 new product lines, including a recently launched 15th fragrance, the 32-year-old heiress is positioning herself as a hard-driving, self-made businesswoman.
Meanwhile, as officials contend that more than 50 potential terror attacks were snuffed out as a result of various government programs, tonight Morgan invites Glenn Greenwald to offer his reaction. FULL POST
Whether you fell asleep early, stayed out too late, or simply want to watch it again, we realize it's not always possible to get your entire "Piers Morgan Live" fix from television. As an answer to this, we offer the below labor of love – "Piers Morgan Live, Rewind" – dedicated and designed to getting you caught up and connected to the conversation.
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