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TV host Chris Hardwick’s career is getting back on track after a review of sexual assault allegations made by a former girlfriend.
NBC said that Hardwick will serve as a guest host next Tuesday on “America’s Got Talent” and will return as host of “The Wall” game show.
NBC’s confirmation Tuesday that Hardwick was keeping the gigs came a week after AMC said he would be back with “Talking Dead” and “Talking With Chris Hardwick” following the review. In announcing its decision, AMC said it was the “appropriate step” after interviewing a number of people in connection with the allegations.
Hardwick has acknowledged that an online post by his ex-girlfriend Chloe Dykstra alleging she had been sexually assaulted and emotionally abused referred to him. He has denied the allegations.
Tiffany Haddish loving her new ride, especially the price
Tiffany Haddish is feeling very recharged these days – thanks to her new car.
The comedian is enjoying her Tesla Model X, a high-end electric vehicle that was a gift from Tyler Perry.
“I can feel the electricity going through my body, feel like I’m getting recharged myself,” Haddish said Monday from the red carpet of Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman.”
Last month, Perry, who cast Haddish in his upcoming comedy “Nobody’s Fool,” surprised the comedian with the car. “It rides smooth,” Haddish said. “It’s real quiet. It’s perfect for stalking.”
Actor Patrick Dempsey warns of online scam soliciting money
Actor Patrick Dempsey says someone is impersonating him online and asking his fans to give money to either him or his Maine-based nonprofit.
Dempsey tweeted on his verified account Monday that “people have been impersonating me and asking my fans for money (through social media).” Nancy Audet, spokeswoman for the Dempsey Centers in Lewiston and Portland, told the Sun Journal that Dempsey is not asking anyone for money.
Audet said the scam has been going on for a while.
Dempsey was born in Maine and is best known for his role as Dr. Derek “McDreamy” Shepherd in “Grey’s Anatomy.”
His Maine nonprofit seeks to help people with cancer.