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Timing is Everything

Riding her recent wave of success, Emily Blunt revitalizes Mary Poppins for a new generation. It’s been more than five decades since Mary Poppins first graced the silver screen and would go on to become a beloved Disney classic, but Emily Blunt says the timing just feels right for her to reinvent the character for an entire new generation. “You shouldn’t rush a good thing,”... Read More

Day Trip

For It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia actor Charlie Day, the path to stardom has been a wild and unexpected ride. Charlie Day fondly recalls the exact moment when he came to the realization that acting was his long-term future. He was in his early 20s and became inspired while appearing on stage at the Williamstown Theatre Festival in Massachussets, a place where many Broadway... Read More

A Guiding Light

Oprah Winfrey Continues to Inspire the Next Generation. If there’s a general rule of thumb regarding Oprah Winfrey, it’s that when she talks, you listen. Such was the case at the Golden Globes in January, when she stood on stage and delivered an impassioned speech that catapulted her as the leading charge in the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements. It also, if ever briefly, made her... Read More

A Laughing Matter

Kevin Hart went from humble beginnings to become the biggest name in comedy, yet he’s not even close to being satisfied. Read More  Read More

Achieving Greatness

These area high school athletes are proving once again that Central Florida is a hotbed for success. LEXIE BLAIR, WEST ORANGE SOFTBALL An all-state first-team selection for the last three years, Blair led the Warriors to their second straight state championship last spring. The outfielder, who started her senior season on the sideline with an injured foot, has a .543 career batting... Read More

Believe It or Not

Ripley’s Believe It or Not is internationally famous for its museums of unique and peculiar items, but its headquarters, including the warehouse where all the oddities are stored when they’re not on display, is located right here in Orlando. The company’s vice president of exhibits and archives tells us all about shrunken heads, fertility statues and more, all to be found... Read More

Glad to Be Home

Now that he’s returned to his native Florida and opened up a restaurant at Disney Springs, Art Smith is right where he belongs. Read More  Read More

Live from the White House

NBC News correspondent Hallie Jackson tells us about the excitement of covering POTUS and where you’ll find her on a rare day off… Read More  Read More

Family Man

Husband, father, restaurateur and Hollywood superstar Mark Wahlberg has weaved himself into Orlando’s culinary landscape with new Wahlburgers locations. Read More  Read More

A Proven Leader

Teresa Jacobs’ time as Orange County’s mayor is winding down, but her impact will be felt for years to come. Read More  Read More

A Tough Act to Follow

Thanks to her wave of success with La La Land, Emma Stone’s star has never shown brighter Read More  Read More

Be His Guest

Restauranteur and Cooking Channel star Robert Earl talks about his career and love of Orlando Read More  Read More

An Experienced Hope

Mark Hamill dishes on his career, marriage, family vacations—and of course, Star Wars. Read More  Read More

Symon Says

Chef and TV personality Michael Symon tells us why he’s hungry for more. Read More  Read More

He Who Laughs Last

Funnyman Scott “Carrot Top” Thompson talks about his Florida roots, impressive career longevity, and the importance of comedy Read More  Read More

Magical Realism

Local artist Chelsea Smith discusses her creative process, celebrity following, and some of her favorite things about O-Town. Read More  Read More

Hungry for More

Acclaimed chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck dishes on good food, his success and inspiring the next generation. Read More  Read More

Every Orlandoan’s Buddy

Mayor Buddy Dyer discusses the present, the future, and everything else he loves about the City Beautiful Read More  Read More

The Midas Touch

For the multitalented Tina Fey, everything she touches turns to gold Read More  Read More

Who’s the Boss?

Buddy Valastro is always baking up something special. Read More  Read More

Hines Sight

Tallahassee native Cheryl Hines on her acting career, her family and the importance of giving back to Central Florida. Read More  Read More