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Letterman Alleged Extortion Scandal Inspires 'Law & Order' Episode

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- "Law & Order" is taking inspiration from David Letterman's alleged extortion scandal, Access Hollywood has confirmed.

Executive Producer Rene Balcer of the popular long-running television drama, known for pulling from the headlines, told Access Hollywood last month the show was already working on an extortion plot story for the show when the Letterman scandal broke.

Regis Philbin in drag! Hoda Kotb is Yoda!

From 'Real Housewives' to 'Star Wars,' daytime TV personalities dressed up for Halloween a day early. (Oct. 30) (02:29) watch video »

'The View's' Vampire Frenzy

Sherri Shepherd and Barbara Walters dress up as their favorite vampires for this year's Halloween episode of "The View." (02:17) watch video »

Elisabeth Hasselbeck: I'm Done Having Kids

My strategy is dressing in a way that will not get me pregnant," she says more »

Former 'Letterman' Staffer Describes Atmosphere Inside Show Staff

NEW YORK, New York -- Nell Scovell, a former writer for "Late Night With David Letterman," has penned an essay about her experiences working for the CBS program.

In an article for VanityFair.com, Scovell, who notes she was "the second female writer every hired at 'Late Night,'" and one of only seven female writers reportedly hired in total at the show, said when she worked at the show, many of the things Letterman revealed in his recent address to the public were happening in the late '80s.

Ivanka Trump weds Jared Kushner

AP - Ivanka Trump has wed the son of another major New York area real estate family. more »

Kate Gosselin Will Answer Viewer Questions

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Do you have octo-parenting questions? Kate Gosselin has answers!

Kate will be appearing in a one-hour TLC special where the reality mom of eight will be answering viewers' questions about her life and family, Access Hollywood confirmed.

Kate Gosselin Admits the Kids Are "Acting Out"

She opens up about the kids, Jon, and guest-hosting the View more »

Jon & Kate Gosselin's Courtroom Showdown - Judge Orders Couple To Work It Out

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Jon and Kate Gosselin arrived to court separately on Tuesday morning in hopes of settling a financial dispute.

Barbara And Sherri Let Loose On Jon And Kate Gosselin Drama

At the "Sherri" premiere, Walters and Shepherd can't help but rant about the Jon and Kate drama. Why are they on Kate's side? Plus, Sherri goes on a tirade about why she's so angry with the "coward" Jon. But, would Barbara invite Jon on "The View"? (01:09) watch video »