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Famous as :
Actor, talk show host, comedianBirth Name :
Conan Christopher O'BrienBirth Date :
April 18, 1963Birth Place :
Boston, Massachusetts, USASpouse :
Elizabeth Ann 'Liza' Powel (since 12-Jan-02)Claim to fame :
A host of NBC's "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" (1993-2008)
Britney Spears and Conan O'Brien Pay Tribute to Ed McMahon
June 24, 2009 09:06:10Pop singer Britney Spears was quick to react upon learning news of Ed McMahon's death. She took it to her Twitter account on Tuesday, June 23, to express her loss. She wrote, "I am deeply saddened by today's news about Ed McMahon. He is responsible for giving so many artists their first shot, including myself. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed."
McMahon, who was a comedian, game show host, and TV personality, had contribution in catapulting Spears into stardom. She was featured on his show "Star Search" back in 1992, delivering a performance of Naomi Judd's "Love Can Build a Bridge".
Video: Pearl Jam Sing in 'The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien'
June 03, 2009 09:06:39Video footage from the first night of Conan O'Brien-hosted "Tonight Show" since Jay Leno's exit has arrived, featuring Pearl Jam's live appearance. During the June 1 episode, the rock band delivered "Get Some", a new song from their forthcoming ninth studio album "Backspacer".
"Launching a show like this takes a lot of hard work," O'Brien told audience when introducing the band. "And one of the things that has sustained me over the past three months was knowing that at the end of our first show, I would get to watch a performance by one of the greatest rock bands in the world."
No Tears Shed on Last Episode of 'Tonight Show with Jay Leno'
May 30, 2009 11:05:22Friday, May 29 marked the end of Jay Leno's 17-year run as the host of "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno". On his final episode, Leno kicked it off by thanking all the people "who made it possible", and that include the personalities who have provided him with materials to talk about such as Monica Lewinsky, Bill Clinton, and Michael Jackson.
Upon entering the stage, Leno was welcomed with a long-standing ovation. Then he made some jokes related to his departure from the show, as well as the move to 10 P.M. slot. "I'm going to be going to a secluded spot where no one can find me - NBC prime time," Leno said. "It's a gamble. I'm betting NBC will still be around in three months, but that's not a given." He added that he had cleaned out his office, and found O.J. Simpson's knife. "I had it the whole time!" he joked.
Andy Richter Follows Conan O'Brien to 'Tonight Show'
February 25, 2009 10:02:02It may be the end of Conan O'Brien in "Late Night" but it's not the end of his combined force with Andy Richter. By the time O'Brien takes over "Tonight Show" from Jay Leno this summer, he will be joined by his "Late Night" co-host Richter who will be a full announcer.
"Andy is one of the funniest people I know, and we've maintained a close friendship since he left Late Night," O'Brien said. "We have a proven chemistry that will be an incredible asset to The Tonight Show." He added as a joke, "I'm looking forward to working with Andy on a daily basis again, particularly since he owes me $300."
Video: Conan O'Brien's Last Episode on 'Late Night'
February 23, 2009 12:02:10The curtain has been drawn for "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" on Friday, February 20 as Conan O'Brien's 2,725th sign off was made the last. A few selected highlights from O'Brien's last episode on the talk show before he moves on with "Tonight Show" in fall, are posted below.
Among the things presented on the telecast were the visits from Will Ferrell who was there as his "Saturday Night Live" persona President Bush, The White Stripes, Abe Vigoda and John Mayer. Andy Ritcher who was O'Brien's co-host for 7 years was also there for the first time after he departed in 2000.
New Presenters Added to 60th Primetime Emmy Awards
September 05, 2008 04:09:52Another batch of presenters are announced in anticipation of the upcoming Primetime Emmy Awards. Among the new names lined-up for the TV appreciation event are "My Own Worst Enemy" star Christian Slater, TV host Conan O'Brien, and Kate Walsh of "Private Practice".
On top of all the names mentioned, there will also be paired appearances by comedians Kathy Griffin and Don Rickles as well as TV stars Neil Patrick Harris and Kristin Chenoweth. The latter couple had been tapped to announce the nominees of the awards back in July.
Comedian Conan O'Brien to host the 58th Emmy
May 20, 2006 10:05:40
The task to host the "58th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards" on August 27th later this year is given to Conan O'Brien.
O'Brien hosted the Emmys in 2002 and did "a tremendous job," Dick Askin, chairman of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, said Friday. "We're thrilled that he's returning."
O'Brien & Richter Reuniting for NBC's Primetime
March 08, 2006 09:03:59
Conan O'Brien and Andy Richter, former sidekicks on NBC's "Late Night," are reuniting for NBC primetime "Andy Barker P.I." It is a detective comedy pilot, which O'Brien co-wrote and is executive producing.
Richter is said to play the title character, an accountant who rents an office previously used by a private investigator and then becomes a reluctant sleuth when his accounting business goes dry. Also cast in the pilot is Amy Farrington who is set to play Barker's wife, Ruth.
It's a Boy for Conan O'Brien
November 11, 2005 12:11:26Oh boy it's a boy. Wednesday was the happy day of the 'Late Night' host Conan O'Brien and his wife of three years Liza Powel as they welcomed their new son. "Mother, baby and father are all well," so said NBC.
Beckett O'Brien was born Wednesday at 8:27 p.m. in New York City, weighing in at 8 pounds, 4 ounces. It's the second for the couple who has had their first child, daughter Neve, born in 2003.
