Calling it "a dream," the entertainment legend tried to manifest her 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' ambition by posting on…
Month: March 2024
Video: Bette Midler – Come Back Jimmy Dean
Bette Midler performed the song “Come Back Jimmy Dean” on Johnny Carson’s show in 1983.
BetteBack September 2000: An Analysis Of Bette Midler’s Prologue To ‘Hello In There’
I was walking down 42nd street one day and this amazing thing happened to me. It was July, about 89…
Formerly A Harlette: Katey Sagal’s New Podcast
Kurt Sutter and Katey Sagal have teamed up for their first podcast, PIE. People. Influences. Experiences. The program will start…
March for Our Lives Inspire A-Listers to ‘Repost Their Rage’
Celebrities including Bette Midler, Elizabeth Banks, and Adam Lambert use social media to remind Americans about the Marjory Stoneman Douglas…
Video: Bette Midler – Jinxed Trailer – 1982
Jinxed!” is a 1982 American comedy film starring Bette Midler, Rip Torn, and Ken Wahl.
Video: Bette Midler – Rose’s Turn – Gypsy
Bette Midler delivered a stunning rendition of “Rose’s Turn” in the 1993 television musical “Gypsy”. Let’s dive into the deets:
The 20 best political satires in movies and TV
There’s a unique pleasure in the political satire. Whether in film or on television, well-wrought satires ask the viewer to…
Video: Bette Midler – Comedy Routine – Everybody Knows
During her Divine Intervention Tour 2015, the incomparable Bette Midler included a captivating rendition of Leonard Cohen’s “Everybody Knows.”
THE BEST FANTASY COMEDY MOVIES OF THE 90S
The 1990s were a magical time for cinema, especially fantasy comedy.
Video: Bette Midler, Chita Rivera, Rita Moreno – America
Bette Midler joined forces with Chita Rivera and Rita Moreno for a performance of “America” from “West Side Story” at…
Photo Gallery: Bette Midler – Miss Miscellaneous
This gallery is a testament to Bette's versatility, not just as an artist, but as a master of expressions and…
Video: Bette Midler – Ten Cents A Dance
Bette Midler’s “Ten Cents A Dance” performance is a classic rendition of the song she performed on “The Mike Douglas…
Bette Midler & Martin: Love Is Confounding. Still.
Indeed, when I interviewed Midler for Vanity Fair more than 30 years ago, von Haselberg was still shaving his head…
BetteBack June 2000: Thumbs Up For ‘Sex And The City’ Soundtrack
it's brimming with exclusives: a new Joan Osborne tune, Groove Armada having sly fun with the show's spicy theme, Bette…
Video Of The Day: Bette Midler – Is That All There Is?
Bette Midler’s rendition of “Is That All There Is?” covers the classic song by Peggy Lee. Midler’s version is part…
Ranking Dolly Parton’s 10 Best Cameos
Dolly Parton appeared as a guest on Bette Midler’s TV series “Bette” in the third episode, “Halloween.”
The five strangest covers of The Rolling Stones
Whether strange in a significant way or weird in a terrible way, these five Rolling Stones covers stand out as…
Video Of The Day: Bette Midler – Dirty Soph Jokes
Bette Midler is known for her larger-than-life stage persona, and part of her act includes the character “Soph,” short for…
Celebrities Saying Nasty Things About One Another
These examples illustrate that conflicts, including entertainment, can arise in any industry. However, it’s worth noting that many celebrities also…
Video Of The Day: Rose Dies & The Rose Plays
In the movie “The Rose,” the death scene is a powerful and emotional climax to the story. Bette Midler’s character,…
‘You Don’t Own Me’: The Story Behind The Song
Teen pop sensation Lesley Gore wasn’t known for making statements in her songs before she released “You Don’t Own Me.”
Audio: Bette Midler – Lovely Hula Hands
Bette Midler’s “Lovely Hula Hands” is a hidden gem from 1974 that she posted on her Instagram.
Video Of The Day: Bette Midler – Martha
Bette Midler’s performance of “Martha” on “Saturday Night Live” is remembered as a poignant and moving rendition of the Tom…
Bette Midler: An Overview
American singer, actress, activist, and comedienne Bette Midler (1945) became known as The Divine Miss M.
Bette Midler – Spring Is Here!
In the garden, 'The Rose' blooms anew, Petals glisten with morning's dew. 'From a Distance,' the world sings in tune,…
Book Reimagines “Beaches” Relationship As Important As Romantic One
It remains one of the truest, most intimate onscreen love stories, and one of my favorites: Two people from different…
BetteBack March 2000: Determinedly Quirky ‘Drowning Mona’
The ''Ruthless People'' dynamic duo of Bette Midler and Danny DeVito are together again in ''Drowning Mona.''
What Is The Meaning Behind Bette Midler’s Version of Beast Of Burden?
Bette Midler’s version of “Beast Of Burden” carries a strong message of resilience and self-assurance. Here are some interpretations:
Video Of The Day: Bette Midler – Beast Of Burden
Bette Midler’s “Beast Of Burden” performance on the Johnny Carson Show in 1983 was a memorable moment in her career.…