The executive producer of the "Late Show with David Letterman" defended the company's treatment of women in response to a letter from the president of the National Organization for Women, who said the star's actions created a "toxic environment." "Since we started as a company in 1993, we have taken very seriously the issues you raise regarding respect for women in the workplace," Rob Burnett wrote in a letter dated October 15. Burnett also is president and CEO of the ...

As their parents continue to make tabloid headlines -- Jon faces contempt charges for taking money out of a joint account, while Kate has just lost the reality show franchise that made her famous -- the eight children of Jon and Kate Gosselin are starting to feel the effects of all the stress. In a new article posted on VanityFair.com, Kate reveals her brood has been "acting out" lately -- but she is hopeful it's a phase that will pass ...

Apologies are becoming as much a part of Late Show with David Letterman as Top 10 lists. In June the host apologized, twice, for joking about one of Sarah Palin's daughters getting "knocked up." On Oct. 1, Letterman, prompted by a failed blackmail attempt, revealed that he had had sex with female employees. He followed up two shows later with a sober apology to his wife. And for good measure, he joked, "once again I'd like to apologize to ...

A few weeks into the fall TV season, and already one show is down for the count. But let's look on the bright side. "The Beautiful Life" got at least two episodes in before the CW gave it the ax, spared from that TV-land rarity: the single episode show. Although the jury's still out on which series will last to see this year's November sweeps, none of them (as their developers are certainly thankful about) can be lumped ...

David Letterman may be under attack from some quarters after the revelations that he had sexual affairs with staffers, but he still has the support of a number of notables, as well as TV viewers. On Monday, "Late Show with David Letterman" pulled in 5.7 million viewers, according to the Hollywood Reporter, which is a 19 percent increase over the show's average of 4.8 million. It was one of the most widely watched shows of the season. (One of the ...

The National Organization for Women has sharply criticized comedian David Letterman, accusing him of promoting a hostile, uncomfortable work environment. "The latest Letterman controversy sheds new light on the widespread objectification of women in the workplace," NOW said in a statement Tuesday. "Most women can attest to the fact that many workplaces are plagued with inappropriate behavior by men in power." The "Late Show With David Letterman" host admitted last week on his CBS program that he had sex with ...

David Letterman told his audience Thursday that he is the victim of an alleged extortion attempt and admitted to having sexual relations with several members of his staff, according to a press release from his production company. Letterman made the announcement during taping of the "Late Show." "This morning, I did something I've never done in my life," Letterman told his audience, according to a release from Worldwide Pants Inc. "I had to go downtown and testify ...

Actor Dennis Hopper was taken to a New York City area hospital Wednesday morning for an undisclosed ailment, according to a publicist. Hopper, 73, is in New York promoting his role in the Starz TV show "Crash," according to Sheila Feren, who handles publicity for the show. He was still being treated at the hospital Wednesday afternoon, she said.

A federal judge on Thursday threw out an author's claims that Jessica Seinfeld, the comedian's wife, plagiarized from her cookbook, but the judge left open claims of defamation against Jerry Seinfeld himself. "This is a complete victory for Jessica Seinfeld," said Orin Snyder, Seinfeld's lawyer. Snyder said U.S. District Court Judge Laura Taylor Swain dismissed all claims brought against Jessica Seinfeld's cookbook, "Deceptively Delicious: Simple Secrets to Get Your Kids Eating Good Food." In the lawsuit, filed in ...

In an emotional interview, Whitney Houston opened up to talk-show host Oprah Winfrey about a pivotal role her mother played in getting the singer back on track. The sit-down interview, set to air when "The Oprah Winfrey Show" returns for its 24th season Monday, offers a rare glimpse into the life of Houston who is in the midst of a much anticipated return to the spotlight. In the interview appearing over two days, Houston shared with Winfrey how her mother, ...