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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.…

Bette Midler – Happy St. Patrick’s Day

May the Wind Beneath Our Wings lift us high, To dance a Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy jive. From a Distance,…

Video Of The Day: Bette Midler – My Forgotten Man

In 1970, a 25-year-old Bette Midler performed “Remember My Forgotten Man” from the 1933 film “Gold Diggers of 1933” on…

BetteBack May 23, 2000: ‘NOW’ DERIDES THE SORRY STATUS OF WOMEN ON TV

"We're very proud of the positive female role models we have in shows like `Judging Amy' and `Family Law,' "…

Second Try: Three Bette Midler Jukeboxes Open

There was a glitch in the last batch of Jukebox music I put out, so I'm retaking a second try.

Video Of The Day: Bette Midler & Dolly Parton – Islands In The Stream

The iconic duet between Bette Midler and Dolly Parton on the song “Islands in the Stream” occurred during Bette Midler’s TV show “Bette” in…

BetteBack March 3, 2000: ‘Drowning Mona’ Sinks under Lethargic Direction

"Drowning Mona" works like a low-rent John Waters travelogue through an upstate New York hamlet where a woman has been…

List of the Top 10 Famous Singers from New York

New York, the Empire State, has been a breeding ground for some of the most influential and iconic singers in…

Formally A Harlette: Melissa Manchester Duets With Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton joins her on the majestic ballad “Midnight Blue,” which Manchester took to No. 6 on the Hot 100 in…

BetteBack March 2000: Top Tear Jerkers In Cinematic History (Kleenex)

RELATIONSHIPS can cause you to cry a river. But one doomed love affair has led to an ocean of tears.

BetteBack May 2000: Bette Midler’s Coming To Prime Time

Advertisers, studio execs & reporters gathered this afternoon in Carnegie Hall to hear about CBS's fall lineup--esp that new sitcom…

Video Of The Day: Bette Midler – Great Balls Of Fire

Bette Midler rocked the stage with her rendition of “Great Balls Of Fire” on The Mike Douglas Show in 1971.…

1980’s Comedy Movies You’ve Never Seen

While the decade can be remembered for its fashion faux pas, materialism, and excess, it was a great period of…

Video Of The Day: Bette Midler – Fat As I Am 1985

Bette Midler performed “Fat As I Am” on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson in 1985. This lively and entertaining performance showcased her unique style…

New Book “On Bette Midler” By Kevin Winkler May 21

For more than 50 years, Bette Midler has been at the center of the entertaiment world as a uniquely talented…

Photo Gallery: Bette Midler: Birthday “Cakes”

On March 8, 2024, the legendary American female singer and songwriter Carole Bayer Sager celebrated her 80th birthday! ??? And…

Video Of The Day: Bette Midler, Nile Rodgers – Friends/Do You Wanna Dance?

The festival, curated by the legendary Nile Rodgers, featured an exciting lineup of artists, and one of the standout performances was…