Legendary band Black 47’s New York City shows, which have been going on for the past 20 years, have been described as “a rite of passage for all New Yorkers.”

French soccer “star” Thierry Henry’s “hand of Gaul” go-ahead goal against Ireland in the World Cup qualifier has once again shown the need for the instant replay. American sports are no stranger to human error and bad calls that could have been solved by modern technology. Here’s a list of the ten of greatest blown calls in American sports history that could have been reversed with instant replay...

Irish-American comedian Will Ferrell has topped Forbes' annual list of the Most Overpaid Stars.

Dana Delany has opened up about turning down the role of Carrie in “Sex and the City.” The actress and multiple Emmy winner, who first hit it big as Nurse Colleen McMurphy on “China Beach,” is enjoying currently stardom again on “Desperate Housewives.”

Buzz Brady: Susan Boyle has reportedly stepped up her security measures after being stalked by an American woman. Boyle has apparently received a number of letters from the ‘stalker’, but finally asked for extra protection when the fan turned up at her home

Certainly Irish leaders are called on to comment on everything, but Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Brian Cowen probably took it a bit too far when he answered a question about “Jedward."

This news may make his fellow “X Factor” judge, Irish music mogul Louis Walsh, jealous, but Simon Cowell is officially the highest earner on television.

Ryan Tubridy, host of the ultra-popular Irish chat show the “Late Late Show,” sure knows how to pull the guests. Last Friday night, in addition to Russell Brand, caustic chef Gordon Ramsay was on as a guest, and as usual, he let the insults fly.

Irish-American comedian Colin Quinn will be generating laughs for charity while performing at Laugh For Sight, the annual charity benefit showcasing some of the world’s best stand-up comedians performing to raise money to combat degenerative eye diseases.

Susan Boyle and Lady Gaga will go head-to-head at this year’s People’s Choice Awards.

Irish TV host Pat Kenny came under fire on his new TV show this week - for the second week in a row. An audience member at "Frontline" erupted in fury as Kenny (€600,000 a year or $900,000) interviewed Government politician Mary Hanafin about the looming cuts in social welfare.

Everyone’s favorite Scottish singer Susan Boyle is once again stateside, this time to perform on the hit series “Dancing with the Stars.”

Lauren Conrad’s former boss Kelly Cutrone has a suggestion on who should play her in “The Hills” star upcoming movie – Irish actor Jonathan Rhys Meyers.

Robert Pattinson is bothered – especially by Halloween. At least according to the “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” version of the insanely famous “Twilight” star.

Kathy Griffin visited "The Tonight Show" with Conan O'Brien on Monday night, and the conversation between the two fiery-haired, Irish-American comedians quickly turned to Griffin’s “love affair” with Levi Johnston.

“Hangover” star Bradley Cooper says that acting alongside Liam Neeson in “The A-Team” has upped his game.

A clique of rich teenage girls has been arrested in connection with the robbery at Lindsay Lohan’s Hollywood home.

The Irish twins at the center of the latest season of the “X Factor” British talent show are public enemy number one among some fans of the mega hit TV show.

The Irish “Brothers Grim” are so hated in Britain that went English megastar Robbie Williams sent out support to the duo during his first full concert in three years on Tuesday night, his loyal fans booed him.

X Factor judge and Boyzone manager Louis Walsh says he is afraid of falling apart at Stephen Gately's funeral. Louis - who has canceled his appearance on the X Factor for the second week in a row says he can't believe that Stephen has gone.

Spanish police are on the hunt for a 25-year-old man who Stephen Gately and his husband took home with them on the night the Boyzone star mysteriously died.

The host of ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” has reportedly found love again with a new Irish galpal.

Irish rock band The Script have added "90210" to their list of cameos after appearing on the "The Hills" last year. Lead singer Danny O'Donoghue, guitarist Mark Sheehan and drummer Glen Power played themselves on the opening episode of the second series of "90210" this week.

WITH VIDEO: Though they are arguably the most hated contestants ever in the history of British talent show “The X Factor,” the Irish “terrible twins” sure are getting plenty of attention.

Irish-American talking head Bill O’Reilly joined in on the buzz about David Letterman’s sex and extortion scandal on his show Monday night.

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Actress and documentary filmmaker Ricki Lake is angry with Irish “Late Late Show” host Ryan Tubridy for deciding not to air a clip of her home birth.

Irish-American actress Lindsay Lohan has plans to finally head back in to the studio to finish her third album as soon as she can get back to New York to do it.

New York Police Commissioner Ray Kelly has been named Grand Marshal the 2010 St. Patrick's day Parade in New York.

Following her massive triumph on “America’s Got Talent,” Susan Boyle has reportedly been booked to appear on Britain’s “The X Factor.”

Controversial documentary maker Michael Moore says his Irish American background has a lot to do with his work; "that we’ll be judged by how we treat the least among us -- and that the rich man is basically up to no good.”

Conan O'Brien, one of our favorite Irish Americans, is back at work after banging his head hard during a sketch for the Tonight Show. O’Brien returned to The Tonight Show last night in good shape after a nasty accident last week when he slammed down on to the stage after running into the live taping with "Desperate Houseswives" star Teri Hatcher.

Out with the old, in with the new: Kathy Griffin used to hang out with the likes of former BFF Paris Hilton on “Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List,” but now she’s moved on to a new best friend forever: Kate Gosselin.

“The View” co-host Joy Behar appeared on CNN’s “Reliable Sources” on Sunday, where she slammed Fox News commentators Glenn Beck and one of Irish America’s most controversial figures, Bill O’Reilly.

Tabloid queen and sometime actress Lindsay Lohan is reportedly in talks to participate in the next, and last, season of Britain’s “Celebrity Big Brother.”

Tom Meighan, the lead singer of British rock band Kasabian, has said that shows like “Britain’s Got Talent” ruins lives – and that includes Susan Boyle’s.

My favorite Irish redhead Kathy Griffin says she's desperate to hook up with Twilight star Robert Pattinson. Kathy reckons she has to do it soon because she says Pattinson, who plays vampire Edward Cullen in the cult series, mightn't live too long.

Not even the Megan Fox, the hottest actress on the planet, could resuscitate "Jennifer's Body" at the box office last weekend as the movie trailed in last with a paltry $6.8 million.

TV land's Ms Fabulous,  Tina Fey, says she wants "Twilight" star Robert Pattinson on her hit show "30

The countdown has begun for the 61st Emmys which take place in Los Angeles Sunday night and the Irish are well up there this year. Story / 'In Treatment star Gabriel Byrne finally embraces therapy / Click here

Irish American chat show host Conan O’Brien got a pleasant surprise on Thursday evening's “The Tonight Show” when the hottest women in the world, Irish-American actress Megan Fox, said that she had a long-time crush on him.

Reality TV kid – and upcoming contestant on "Dancing With the Stars" – Kelly Osbourne was in Dublin last week signing copies of the new book she wrote about herself called "Fierce."

Tom Brady, on his first start since injuring his knee on the first weekend of last season, led his team to a dramatic win 25-24 over the Buffalo Bills at Foxboro Stadium on Monday night.

Irish-American Maura Tierney has left the cast of NBC’s “Parenthood” because of scheduling conflicts with her ongoing treatments for breast cancer.

American Idol judge Simon Cowell has revealed that Susan Boyle's breakdown on his British show made him realize he has a duty to take care of his contestants. He said Boyle's breakdown was "scary" and really brought home the differences between reality shows and professional entertainers.

“The O’Reilly Factor” has long been hailed as “the most watched cable news show on TV,” but it looks like Bill O’Reilly’s reign may be coming to an end.

Kathy Griffin does a hilarious impression of TV’s most famous mom Kate Gosselin for a new sketch on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” The Irish-American comedian visited Kimmel’s show on Wednesday, and told the host she stars in a new “TV film.”

Rose McGowan has revealed that part of her elbow had to be taken out after she suffered from nerve damage after performing stunts for her upcoming film “Red Sonja.”

Rumor has it that Bono might just be one of the surprise guests at Oprah’s Chicago shindig on Tuesday, given that the two humanitarians have worked together before.

Hollywood cliques have been around for decades. But it’s time for the Rats, Brats and Frat boys to move over – because here comes the Pat Pack.