Articles written by Jimmy McFarlin

Three of television's most recognizable leading men - Ray Romano, Andre Braugher and Scott Bakula - co-star in a new series exploring the foibles of male relationships.

Dec 4, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

Tim Allen is proud of his new film "Crazy on the Outside," his first as both director and star. To promote it, he's staging a limited-city live tour to present the movie.

Dec 1, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

Major League Baseball (MLB) broke from tradition for this World Series and assigned veteran umpires with Series experience, hoping to reduce the number of dubious calls.

Oct 31, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

The 2009 World Series, matching the New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Phillies, opens Wednesday, Oct. 28 in Yankee Stadium. No other Series ever has begun that late.

Oct 28, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

Abdul "Duke" Fakir is the last original member of the fabled Motown Records group The Four Tops. The Tops were honored in 2009 with a Lifetime Achievement Grammy Award.

Oct 20, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

Kid Rock. Outrageous rock 'n' roll showman. Multimillion selling recording artist. Notorious party animal. Unapologetic Detroit booster. And now...brewmaster?

Oct 20, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

In 2008, the Detroit Lions suffered the first 0-16 season in NFL history. In 2009, when the topic of league's worst team is discussed, the Lions aren't even mentioned.

Oct 19, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

Brian Williams, soon to be the only male anchor on the major broadcast networks when the retiring Charles Gibson is replaced by Diane Sawyer, isn't your average newsman.

Oct 18, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

"Travelin' Man: On the Road and Behind the Scenes With Bob Seger" ($27.95, Wayne State University Press) is the first book devoted to the career of the Detroit rock icon.

Oct 18, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

Has any city been the target of more ridicule than Detroit? Because of a generous film incentive package, however, movies are fast replacing autos as the city's identity.

Oct 17, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

Since 1998, the most expensive drums in the world - from $5,000 for a snare drum to $75,000-plus for a complete set - have come from three workshops in suburban Detroit.

Oct 17, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

With Jay Leno holding court at 10 p.m. and David Letterman reeling from scandal, TV's lucrative latenight slot is up for grabs. George Lopez intends to stake his claim.

Oct 16, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

If you watch Nick Jr. - or have preschoolers or grade school youngsters who do - you've probably heard the infectious rhythms and informative silliness of Yo Gabba Gabba!

Oct 16, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin

Emerging from the growing pains of a first TV season with a hit series, Lie To Me star Tim Roth says season two promises heightened drama and character-driven storylines.

Sep 25, 2009 - Jimmy McFarlin