Los Angeles, CA -- Janet Jackson may have temporarily scared off some networks from live broadcasts but not ABC. It will air its upcoming special, "The Bachelorette: After The Final Rose," live so that Americans can call in and put series star Meredith Phillips on the spot. The special airs Feb. 26, one night after the season finale.

NEW YORK -- O.J. Simpson trial lawyer Johnny Cochran already has the rhyming thing down, so it should come as no surprise that he's thinking about writing a children's book. The man behind the phrase, "If the glove doesn't fit, you must acquit," tells "Time" magazine he'll probably start the book within the next year, and his goal is to show kids how to "make a difference in society."

HOLLYWOOD -- "Lord of the Rings" director Peter Jackson has gotten the "seat" of approval from one of Hollywood's oldest movie houses. His name will appear on the chair of his choice at the Egyptian Theatre as part of the honor given to him following his recent appearance at the theater to screen all three of the "LOTR" movies.

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