Breaking Good
After decades in Hollywood, actor Bryan Cranston didn't find fame until his fifties -- thanks to the hit show "Breaking Bad." Now, he tells Steve Kroft he's seizing the moment
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Bryan Cranston on acting
Bryan Cranston tells 60 Minutes why he didn't want to become an actor -- and which "practical" career he planned instead.
Creating Walter White
The "Breaking Bad" star tells 60 Minutes how he began crafting his character and why he thinks most people can relate.
How Bryan Cranston proposed
Bryan Cranston asked "Will you marry me?" His wife tells Steve Kroft why she was thinking "What the hell is this"
Preview: Bryan Cranston
"Old, journeyman actor" Bryan Cranston talks about the good, the bad and the painful times on the road to "Breaking Bad"
Preview: Bryan Cranston
"Old, journeyman actor" Bryan Cranston talks about the good, the bad and the painful times on the road to "Breaking Bad." Steve Kroft profiles Cranston on Sunday, Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. ET and 8 p.m. PT.
Bill Hader joins the cast of the "Power Rangers" movie
The "Saturday Night Live" vet joins Bryan Cranston and Elizabeth Banks in the big-screen transfer of the popular kids TV series
Bryan Cranston shows off his Donald Trump impression
Bryan Cranston has a new character he's dying to play on the big screen: Donald Trump
Bryan Cranston joins the "Power Rangers" movie
From "Breaking Bad" to "Power Rangers," Bryan Cranston is making some interesting career decisions
Bryan Cranston helps "Breaking Bad" co-star's campaign
Cranston is asking residents to vote for Steven Michael Quezada in the Bernalillo County commissioner's race
Oscars 2016: Take our Best Actor poll
Check out interviews and clips of the five Academy Award nominees, then vote for the one you think should win
2016 Golden Globe Awards nominees list
Winners for the 73rd annual event, hosted by Ricky Gervais, will be announced on Jan. 10, 2016
SAG Awards 2016 nominees unveiled
"Trumbo," "Straight Outta Compton" and "Carol" are among the nominees for the 22nd annual awards show
"Trumbo" resurrects Hollywood's darkest chapter
The movie, starring Bryan Cranston, celebrates one of the men the movie industry once tragically shunned
Bryan Cranston brings back Walter White for music fest
Walter White is back! Well, at least for a few moments during the Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas over the weekend
Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul, the stars of the hit series "Breaking Bad," joined "Veep" leading lady Julia Louis-Dreyfus in a pawnshop parody
Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul, the stars of the hit series "Breaking Bad," joined "Veep" leading lady Julia Louis-Dreyfus in a pawnshop parody, lampooning the Emmy awards. The sketch was produced by Audi.
The Tony Awards will be handed out this Sunday, and this year's show is getting a big dose of Hollywood star power. Award-winning actors like Denzel Washington and Brian Cranston are just two of the big names who made the leap to the Broadway stage
The Tony Awards will be handed out this Sunday, and this year's show is getting a big dose of Hollywood star power. Award-winning actors like Denzel Washington and Brian Cranston are just two of the big names who made the leap to the Broadway stage. CBS News' Suzanne Marques reports.
Charlie Rose's interview with Syria's embattled president wins prestigious honor, plus more in today's Eye on Entertainment
Charlie Rose's interview with Syria's embattled president wins prestigious honor, plus Jennifer Lopez is coming out with a memoir. Suzanne Marques has that and more in today's Eye on Entertainment.
Bryan Cranston and Elizabeth Olsen spoke to CBS News about their new monster film
Sixty years after the original Godzilla was released in 1954, the giant monster roars back into theaters this week. Suzanne Marques reports from Los Angeles.
Bryan Cranston, Elizabeth Olsen and Aaron Taylor-Johnson were in London Sunday night for the European premiere of "Godzilla"
Bryan Cranston, Elizabeth Olsen and Aaron Taylor-Johnson were in London Sunday night for the European premiere of "Godzilla."
Richard Gere and Carey Lowell call it quits
Richard Gere and Carey Lowell call it quits and more of today's top entertainment headlines
Israel orders new evacuations in Rafah, forcing tens of thousands to move
The United Nations and other agencies have warned for weeks that an Israeli assault on Rafah, which borders Egypt near the main aid entry points, would cripple humanitarian operations
3 GOP candidates for WVA governor try to outdo each other on anti-LGBTQ issues
At the same time, the three are accusing each other of being pro-transgender.
Oldest Tulsa Massacre survivor celebrates 110th birthday in North Texas
A line of family, friends and loved ones filled a North Texas home to celebrate Viola Ford Fletcher's birthday.
1 dead after shooting inside Ohio movie theater, police say
The shooting occurred on Friday night inside a Regal Cinemas theater in Ohio, according to police.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversees test of new multiple rocket launcher
North Korea in recent months has maintained an accelerated pace in weapons testing as it expands its military capabilities while diplomacy with the United States and South Korea remains stalled.
Sean "Diddy" Combs asks judge to dismiss sexual assault lawsuit
Sean "Diddy" Combs is asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that he and two other men raped a 17-year-old girl in a New York recording studio in 2003.
Flash floods in northern Afghanistan killed more than 300 people, U.N. says
The U.N. food agency says more than 300 Afghans have died in flash floods that also destroyed more than 1,000 houses in the northern province of Baghlan.
Indigenous fashion takes the runway with an eye to history — and the future
Native Fashion Week designers embraced the runway, juxtaposing modernity and traditional Native ceremony.
Boston Marathon bombing survivor who lost both legs earns doctorate in nursing
After losing a leg in the Boston Marathon bombings, Jessica Kensky proudly walked the graduation stage Friday with her service dog, Rescue, in hand.
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1 dead after shooting inside Ohio movie theater, police say
The shooting occurred on Friday night inside a Regal Cinemas theater in Ohio, according to police.
Sean "Diddy" Combs asks judge to dismiss sexual assault lawsuit
Sean "Diddy" Combs is asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that he and two other men raped a 17-year-old girl in a New York recording studio in 2003.
Northern lights set the sky aglow amid powerful geomagnetic storm
Parts of the country saw the aurora borealis on Friday night and the dazzling show will continue on Saturday night, according to officials.
3 GOP candidates for WVA governor try to outdo each other on anti-LGBTQ issues
At the same time, the three are accusing each other of being pro-transgender.
Sacramento State's unique approach helps bring peaceful end to campus protest
"We're not investing in students' future by engaging in relationships with companies that profit from war," Sacramento State University President Luke Wood told CBS News.
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McDonald's is considering a $5 meal deal. Here's what you'd get.
The $5 meal could include a choice of a McChicken, a McDouble or four-piece chicken nuggets along with fries and a drink.
Store closures are surging in 2024. Here are the worst-hit retailers.
Due to bankruptcies and other problems, retailers plan to close almost 3,200 stores this year, up 24% from a year ago.
Popular maker of sriracha is suspending production. Here's why.
Huy Fung Foods said its peppers are "too green" to make its signature sriracha sauce, forcing it to suspend production until September.
With extreme weather comes extreme insurance premiums for homeowners
Annual wildfires and flooding are keeping major insurance companies from covering homeowners in California and Florida.
Federal judge blocks White House plan to curb credit card late fees
The banking industry is mounting a last-ditch effort to block a new federal rule that would slash credit card late-payment fees.
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3 GOP candidates for WVA governor try to outdo each other on anti-LGBTQ issues
At the same time, the three are accusing each other of being pro-transgender.
Trump trial key witness Michael Cohen is expected to testify Monday
Michael Cohen's testimony in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York suggests the prosecution is reaching the home stretch of its case.
Blinken sends Congress report on Israeli military's operations in Gaza
The highly anticipated State Department report doesn't formally conclude Israel is in violation of U.S. or international law.
Louisiana GOP officials ask Supreme Court to weigh in on congressional map
A divided three-judge panel ruled last month a recently adopted congressional map that includes two majority-Black districts is an unconstitutional racial gerrymander.
Federal judge blocks White House plan to curb credit card late fees
The banking industry is mounting a last-ditch effort to block a new federal rule that would slash credit card late-payment fees.
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Reducing mental health, substance use stigmas
Eighty-four million Americans had a mental disorder in 2022, while 34 million people had a substance use disorder. About 11 million people dealt with both, but many did not receive professional treatment, partially because of a persistent stigma leading to silence and shame around mental health problems. Michelle Miller reports on how former congressman Patrick J. Kennedy and author Stephen Fried are hoping to make change with their new book.
Anti-abortion rights groups push abortion "reversal." States say that's fraud.
Some states are cracking down on claims by anti-abortion rights organizations that offer "abortion pill reversal" treatment.
Deaf girl's parents amazed as gene therapy lets her hear for first time
The parents of a U.K. toddler say it's "absolutely mind-blowing" to see their daughter, enrolled in a gene therapy trial, hear for the first time.
"FLiRT" COVID variants are spreading. Scientists share what we know so far.
Some of the strains in the "FLiRT" group are closely related to the JN.1 COVID variant from last winter.
Seattle to open overdose recovery center amid rising deaths
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell said that the facility would be supported by the Seattle Fire Department's overdose response team.
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What is Eurovision? Everything to know about the European song contest
While officials work to keep politics out of the event, the Israel-Hamas war has led to controversy this year.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversees test of new multiple rocket launcher
North Korea in recent months has maintained an accelerated pace in weapons testing as it expands its military capabilities while diplomacy with the United States and South Korea remains stalled.
Israel orders new evacuations in Rafah, forcing tens of thousands to move
The United Nations and other agencies have warned for weeks that an Israeli assault on Rafah, which borders Egypt near the main aid entry points, would cripple humanitarian operations
Flash floods in northern Afghanistan killed more than 300 people, U.N. says
The U.N. food agency says more than 300 Afghans have died in flash floods that also destroyed more than 1,000 houses in the northern province of Baghlan.
Video shows bus in Russia plunge off bridge in deadly crash
Authorities in Russia say seven people were killed when a bus swerved through traffic, veered off a bridge in St. Petersburg and plunged into the river below.
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Indigenous fashion takes the runway with an eye to history — and the future
Native Fashion Week designers embraced the runway, juxtaposing modernity and traditional Native ceremony.
Book excerpt: "What This Comedian Said Will Shock You" by Bill Maher
The new book by the host of HBO's "Real Time" takes aim at those who brazenly invoke the standards of today to rewrite history in ways that even "Star Trek" would think go too far.
What is Eurovision? Everything to know about the European song contest
While officials work to keep politics out of the event, the Israel-Hamas war has led to controversy this year.
Sean "Diddy" Combs asks judge to dismiss sexual assault lawsuit
Sean "Diddy" Combs is asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that he and two other men raped a 17-year-old girl in a New York recording studio in 2003.
Katie Pruitt performs "White Lies, White Jesus and You"
Singer-songwriter Katie Pruitt garnered widespread acclaim for her introspective music and powerful live performances after releasing her first album in 2020. Rolling Stone even declared her an "artist you need to know." Now returning to Saturday Sessions with music from her new album "Mantras," here is Katie Pruitt with "White Lies, White Jesus And You."
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Apple apologizes for iPad Pro commercial after backlash
Apple's "Crush!" advertisement for the new iPad Pro features a myriad of artistic tools getting smashed in a large hydraulic press.
Cyberattacks grip U.S. hospital systems
The Ascension Healthcare Network, one of the nation's leading nonprofit and Catholic health systems, says a "cyber security event" disrupted its clinical operations Wednesday. Threat intelligence company Cyble says there have been 77 ransomware attacks on the U.S. health care sector since the beginning of February. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins to unpack the troubling trend.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Dell notifies customers affected by data breach
The tech giant disclosed Thursday that a database was accessed through a Dell portal, which contains a database of customer information. CBS News' John Dickerson has the details.
FTX says it plans to pay back most customers
FTX says most of its customers will receive some of their money back nearly two years after the cryptocurrency exchange collapsed. Yesha Yadav, associate dean of Vanderbilt Law School, joins CBS News to discuss how the payback will work.
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Northern lights set the sky aglow amid powerful geomagnetic storm
Parts of the country saw the aurora borealis on Friday night and the dazzling show will continue on Saturday night, according to officials.
Geomagnetic storm may disrupt power, but expand aurora viewing
Geomagnetic storms can affect infrastructure, but may also bring an expanded viewing of the aurora borealis.
Maps show where millions in U.S. could see northern lights this weekend
Americans could be treated to a show of the northern lights this weekend from a powerful geomagnetic storm heading toward Earth.
Deaf girl's parents amazed as gene therapy lets her hear for first time
The parents of a U.K. toddler say it's "absolutely mind-blowing" to see their daughter, enrolled in a gene therapy trial, hear for the first time.
"Mammoth" carbon capture facility gets up and running in Iceland
Climeworks, a Swiss pioneer in the fast-growing field of CO2 capture and storage, launches operations at a new site on a dormant volcano.
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1 dead after shooting inside Ohio movie theater, police say
The shooting occurred on Friday night inside a Regal Cinemas theater in Ohio, according to police.
Karen Read trial continues with testimony
Witness testimony continued Friday in the murder trial of Karen Read, a Massachusetts woman accused of killing her police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe, in 2022. Read has pleaded not guilty and her lawyers argue local law enforcement officials are framing her. CBS News Boston's Penny Kmitt has the latest on the testimony.
Woman's conviction, life sentence in killing of Tinder date upheld
Bailey Boswell was convicted of murder in the 2017 death of Sydney Loofe. Boswell's boyfriend was also convicted and sentenced to death.
Arrest made in 2001 cold case murder of University of Georgia law student
Edrick Lamont Faust, 48, was charged with murder, and various other charges in connection with the 23-year-old first-year law student's death, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced.
"Operation Catch a Toe" leads to murder suspect with distinctive foot
How an unusual clue ended life on the run for fugitive William Greer, wanted for killing his girlfriend Tammy Myers and hiding her body.
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Geomagnetic storm may disrupt power, but expand aurora viewing
Geomagnetic storms can affect infrastructure, but may also bring an expanded viewing of the aurora borealis.
Maps show where millions in U.S. could see northern lights this weekend
Americans could be treated to a show of the northern lights this weekend from a powerful geomagnetic storm heading toward Earth.
"Extreme" G5 geomagnetic storm reaches Earth, NOAA says
The sunspot responsible for the odd series of strong solar flares is so big you can see it with your own eyes from Earth.
"God's Hand" revealed in "ominous" new image
In the image, "a ghostly hand appears to be emerging from the interstellar medium and reaching out into the cosmos," the NOIRLab said.
Thick atmosphere detected around planet twice as big as Earth
The so-called super Earth — known as 55 Cancri e — is among the few rocky planets outside our solar system with a significant atmosphere.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
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The Uplift: Strangers in San Antonio
David Begaud heads to a surprise city on a mission to find a story in 48 hours – and he meets three strangers with powerful messages to share. A heroic cowboy teaches a lesson in modesty. Plus, more heartwarming news stories.
Eye on America: Inspiring sports stories
In Washington, D.C., we meet two figure skaters who are expanding access to the sport to other Black college students. Then in California, UFC legend Ronda Rousey opens up about her life and career in her vulnerable new memoir. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Eye Opener: Northern lights set the sky aglow
Incredible Northern lights set the sky ablaze on Friday night, with some vibrant colors even visible to the naked eye amid a geomagnetic storm. Meanwhile, a protest in Germany at a Tesla factory turned into a stampede. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Katie Pruitt performs "White Lies, White Jesus and You"
Singer-songwriter Katie Pruitt garnered widespread acclaim for her introspective music and powerful live performances after releasing her first album in 2020. Rolling Stone even declared her an "artist you need to know." Now returning to Saturday Sessions with music from her new album "Mantras," here is Katie Pruitt with "White Lies, White Jesus And You."
Katie Pruitt performs "Worst Case Scenario"
Singer-songwriter Katie Pruitt garnered widespread acclaim for her introspective music and powerful live performances after releasing her first album in 2020. Rolling Stone even declared her an "artist you need to know." Now returning to Saturday Sessions with music from her new album "Mantras," here is Katie Pruitt with "Worst Case Scenario."