liz.raftery

A native of Clearwater, Florida and alum of Boston's Emerson College, Liz has been working at TV Guide since 2012. Prior to that, she was a freelance writer for outlets including People and The Boston Globe.

ABC Reschedules Monday's Castle After Boston Marathon Bombings

ABC has delayed Monday's episode of Castle, which features the team attempting to disarm a bomb, in the wake of the deadly explosions at the Boston Marathon this week, TV Line reports.

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

ABC Reschedules Monday's Castle After Boston Marathon Bombings

Who Made Time's List of the 100 Most Influential People?

Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, Jennifer Lawrence and power couple Beyonce and Jay-Z are among the 100 Most Influential People in the world, according to Time magazine.

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

Who Made Time's List of the 100 Most Influential People?

Gabrielle Giffords "Furious" with Lawmakers Over Gun Control Vote

The Senate rejected Wednesday a proposal to expand background checks for gun buyers, as well as a ban on semi-automatic weapons, delivering a crushing blow to supporters of gun control. One person calling for stricter gun laws was former Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, who was shot in the head in 2011 during a public meeting with her constituents. In addition to Giffords' near-fatal injuries, six people were killed and 13 people were injured in the assassination attempt. Giffords wrote an op-ed for the New York Times this week, referencing last year's school shooting in Newtown, Conn. as she called for reform and slammed the legislators who voted against the measures.

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

Gabrielle Giffords "Furious" with Lawmakers Over Gun Control Vote

Report: Authorities Have Clear Images of Two Suspects in Boston Marathon Bombings

Authorities plan to release clear video images today of two suspects in the deadly Boston Marathon bombings, the Boston Globe reports.

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

Report: Authorities Have Clear Images of Two Suspects in Boston Marathon Bombings

American Idol's Top 5 Girls Channel Their Inner Divas

It was Ladies' Night on American Idol Wednesday, with the Top 5 females each performing two songs — one from the year of their birth (get ready to feel old, Idol viewers) and one by a diva. The competition is now officially on, with none of those pesky guys hogging votes  in what has been universally acknowledged as a girl's year. So who became the front-runner going into Thursday's results show? Here's a breakdown of the performances:

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

American Idol's Top 5 Girls Channel Their Inner Divas

Who Will Win American Idol?

Now the competition on American Idol can really begin. With everyone from Nigel Lythgoe to the judges acknowledging that the winner of American Idol's 12th season will be a girl, and with the field now narrowed to five ladies, it's time for viewers to start sitting up and paying attention. Here, we break down the field of competition — from least likely to win to most.

Wed, Apr 17, 2013

The Following: Who's a Follower?

With all the twists and turns that have marked The Following's first season, we wouldn't be surprised if creator Kevin Williamson doesn't sneak in another twist in the show's final two episodes. Like... a mole in the FBI perhaps? We know Joe Carroll (James Purefoy) was able to infiltrate local law enforcement with Roderick (Warren Kole) and also put Molly (Jennifer Ferrin) in place to keep an eye on Ryan Hardy (Kevin Bacon). But who else is in on it? We break down the most likely suspects:

Tue, Apr 16, 2013

At Least Three Dead After Explosions at Boston Marathon; President Obama Promises Justice

At least three people were killed and more than 130 people were injured by two large explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon Monday, according to news reports. Law enforcement officials confirmed that one of the fatalities was an 8-year-old boy, and at least eight more children were among the injured. Several eyewitnesses told The Boston Globe that they saw people who had lost their limbs. "It was just an explosion, it came out of nowhere," Boston.com producer Steve Silva, who was at the scene covering the race said. "There are multiple injuries. I saw dismemberment, I saw...

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

At Least Three Dead After Explosions at Boston Marathon; President Obama Promises Justice

Garth Brooks' Former Assistant Sues for $425,000

Garth Brooks' former assistant is suing the country superstar for hundreds of thousands of dollars, saying Brooks is  a "paranoid, angry, deceitful and vindictive man who will turn against those closest to him on a dime," according to a lawsuit obtained by TVGuide.com.

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

Garth Brooks' Former Assistant Sues for $425,000

Exclusive Body of Proof Sneak Peek: Who Gets Kidnapped?

On Tuesday's episode of Body of Proof, a wealthy fund manager named Gerry Roberts (guest star Christopher McDonald) is on trial for allegedly defrauding his investors. But, he's kidnapped while leaving court — right in front of Tommy (Mark Valley) and Adam (Elyes Gabel), who are on his security detail.

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

Exclusive Body of Proof Sneak Peek: Who Gets Kidnapped?

Aubrey Plaza Escorted Out of MTV Movie Awards After Crashing Will Ferrell's Speech

Aubrey Plaza was escorted out of the MTV Movie Awards by Viacom security Sunday, after she crashed Will Ferrell's speech as he was accepting the Comic Genius Award, Entertainment Weekly reports.

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

Aubrey Plaza Escorted Out of MTV Movie Awards After Crashing Will Ferrell's Speech

VIDEO: Check Out a New Iron Man 3 Clip

An action-packed extended clip from Iron Man 3 premiered at the MTV Movie Awards Sunday night.Titled "Shootout," the clip features Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark (aka Iron Man), trying to defend his home from an attack and having trouble with his gear.

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

AMC Moves Hell on Wheels to Launch Saturday Night Programming

AMC will begin airing original programming on Saturday nights, starting in August with the Season 3 premiere of Hell on Wheels the network announced Monday.

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

AMC Moves Hell on Wheels to Launch Saturday Night Programming

VIDEO: Check Out the New Trailer for Catching Fire

Katniss is back! The new trailer for Catching Fire, the second installment in the Hunger Games trilogy, premiered during the MTV Movie Awards Sunday. Star Liam Hemsworth, who plays Gale Hawthorne, introduced the clip, which shows Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) and Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson) embarking on their victory tour after winning The Hunger Games.

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

VIDEO: Check Out the New Trailer for Catching Fire

The Avengers Wins Big at MTV Movie Awards

The Avengers and Silver Linings Playbook reigned supreme at the MTV Movie Awards Sunday, with each film taking home three tubs of golden popcorn.

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

The Avengers Wins Big at MTV Movie Awards

Veronica Mars Kickstarter Closes with $5.7 Million

The Veronica Mars movie Kickstarter campaign has officially closed, with a final tally of $5,702,153 raised.

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

Veronica Mars Kickstarter Closes with $5.7 Million

Paris Jackson: I Want to Be a Surgeon

It appears Paris Jackson, the middle child of Michael Jackson, won't be following in her late father's footsteps and pursuing a career in show business. Rather, Jackson wants to be a heart surgeon when she grows up, she tells Britain's Daily Mail.

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

Kevin Hart Arrested on Suspicion of DUI

Comedian Kevin Hart was arrested early Sunday on suspicion of DUI, The Associated Press reports.

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

The Following's Warren Kole: "Roderick Is a Big Threat to Joe"

The FBI is within striking distance of Joe Carroll (James Purefoy) on The Following, but the greatest threat to Carroll's plan may be his own right-hand man, Roderick (Warren Kole). Though Roderick has FBI agents Debra Parker (Annie Parisse) and Ryan Hardy (Kevin Bacon) convinced he's nothing more than a local sheriff heading into Monday's episode (9/8c, Fox), he won't be able to maintain the ruse for long.

Mon, Apr 15, 2013

The Following's Warren Kole: "Roderick Is a Big Threat to Joe"

Jenna Bush Hager Welcomes Baby Girl

Finally, some good news for the Today show! Jenna Bush Hager, the Today correspondent and daughter of former President George W. Bush, gave birth to a baby girl Saturday, according to Today.com. It's the first child for Hager and her husband Henry, and the first grandchild for the 43rd president, who announced the birth in a statement Sunday.

Sun, Apr 14, 2013

Box Office: 42 Hits a Home Run

The Jackie Robinson biopic 42 knocked it out of the park, so to speak, in its opening weekend, hauling in $27.2 million and easily taking the No. 1 box office spot. The total is nearly double that of 42's nearest competition, Scary Movie 5, which opened in second place with $15.1 million, Box Office Mojo reports.

Sun, Apr 14, 2013

Justin Bieber: "Hopefully Anne Frank Would Have Been a Belieber"

A memo to Justin Bieber: think before you speak. Or write. Where Bieber goes, controversy seems to follow these days, and a recent visit the teen made to the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam was no exception. Upon leaving, Bieber left an entry in the site's guest book that, while seemingly well-intentioned, makes the singer seem, well, tone-deaf.

Sun, Apr 14, 2013

Justin Bieber: "Hopefully Anne Frank Would Have Been a Belieber"