Meet Gustavo Dudamel: he's young, hot and looks more like a rock star than a classical music director! If you think Beethoven is boring, this Venezuelan force of nature might just change your mind. Bob Simon has the story.
To mark this Valentine's Day, "60 Minutes" presents love stories. From Bill and Melinda Gates, to Jada and Will Smith, to the workplace romance of Michelle and Barack Obama, we offer some inspiring tales of love gained.
Marc Salem says he can read your thoughts. He's a mentalist, a magician of the mind. Is he for real? Correspondent Mike Wallace tried to find out. But perhaps, it's better if you decide. . .
Missing your fake news during the writer's strike? Here's Jon Stewart. Correspondent Steve Kroft went behind-the-scenes to get the scoop on the 45-year-old comedian and "The Daily Show." Plus, some wacky, never-before-seen outtakes.
He's just 39 years old and Will Smith has already conquered three entertainment worlds: as a Grammy Award winning rapper, a TV sitcom sensation on "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," and today as one of the biggest movie stars on the planet. He's been nominated for an Oscar twice and his films have earned almost $4.5 billion at the box office. The keys to his success are talent, optimism and enthusiasm, as Steve Kroft found out.
What's life like for Sting when he's not on the road with The Police? Correspondent Bob Simon found out about the private life of this very public figure during a visit to his home in the English countryside.
A unique American voice and legendary concert performer, Bruce Springsteen has been a fixture on the music scene since the release of his first album in 1973. Today, 34 years later, he has a new album titled "Magic" and, together with the E Street Band, he's once again touring the country and overseas. Scott Pelley has a rare behind-the-scenes look.
And now for some fake news: "The Colbert Report." Nobody lampoons cable television talk show hosts quite like Stephen Colbert. Correspondent Morley Safer got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how "The Colbert Report" is created. Also, we have some surprising facts about the man behind the caricature.
From behind the scenes as co-creator of "Seinfeld" to the starring role in "Curb Your Enthusiasm," Larry David has made his mark as a comic genius. His groundbreaking HBO series "Curb" is entering a sixth season while Jerry, George, Elaine and Kramer will live on forever in syndication as one of the most popular TV comedy series ever. "60 Minutes" has the inside story of Larry David's success.
From the streets of the Bronx to suburban shopping malls, Hip-Hop is the sound of young America. Brash, vibrant, crude and experimental, it's shaped our culture as profoundly as Rock & Roll. This week meet some of its most influential figures. Self-proclaimed best rapper alive, Jay-Z, hip-hop pioneer Russell Simmons, superstar producer and rapper Kanye West, Queen Latifah, and controversial rapper Cam'ron.
Aishwarya Rai has been called 'The Most Beautiful Woman in the World' and this Bollywood superstar is increasingly gaining fame in the West. She's made headlines across the globe with the announcement of her upcoming marriage to Abhishek Bachchan. That combined with a taboo shattering on-screen kiss has everybody talking about Aishwarya Rai. Just how popular is she? There are over 17,000 websites devoted to her.
Howard Stern was first approached for an interview by 60 Minutes in 1984. More than 20 years later he finally agreed to sit down with Ed Bradley.
He goes by the unlikely stage name of "Larry the Cable Guy" -- and he's one of the hottest comedians in America today. Bob Simon catches up with Larry, a tobacco-chewing country bumpkin who's making millions of dollars by making millions of people laugh.
This Father's Day, we have some amazing memories of lessons learned and father-son bonding. Listen to Howard Stern, Dale Earnhardt, Jr., George Clooney, Roger Clemens and Billy Crystal talk about their dads. Also, meet Bill Gates' dad and watch the Douglas acting family (Kirk, Michael and Cameron) work together for the first time.
Just about everyone gets sappy when talking about their mom. . . and stars are no exception. This Mother's Day meet the moms of Jay-Z, Larry the Cable Guy, Queen Latifah, Sean Penn, Clint Eastwood, Billy Bob Thornton and Dave Chappelle.
Meet Stan Lee, the creative force behind Spider-Man, the Fantastic Four, the Incredible Hulk and X-Men. He's the grand old man of the comic book biz. His stories will surprise, entertain and amaze you. Plus, Stan's successor at Marvel Comics shows us how he draws Stan's most famous creation, Spider-Man.
Larry King is celebrating 50 years in broadcasting. He's spent half a century asking other people questions. Mike Wallace has turned the tables on him twice - in 1992 and again in 2004. Watch two of America's most famous interviewers spar, bicker and laugh.
After six seasons of living with New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano, America's favorite mob family is making their final exit. Sopranos' creator David Chase and actors James Gandolfini and Edie Falco talked about the show in 2005, when the end of the series seemed imminent. Also, real life wise guys on life in the mob. And, one former gangster critiques the show.
Jon Stewart, Jerry Seinfeld, Dave Chappelle, Jay Leno, Larry the Cable Guy, Jim Carrey, Mel Brooks, Stephen Colbert & Larry David are seriously funny guys. Prepare to laugh.
Simon Cowell is much more than just the driving force behind "American Idol" - he's also one of the most successful producers and executives in the music business today. Anderson Cooper sits down with the man everyone loves to hate.
She's the bestselling female artist of the decade with more then 30 million albums sold, but 28-year-old Norah Jones never imagined she would become a pop superstar. In a revealing conversation with Katie Couric she talks about the ups and downs of her unexpected success, and shows a side of herself you've never seen before.
It's time for the Academy Awards, and 60 MINUTES offers candid moments with many of this year's nominees. From Helen Mirren on the Oscar frenzy to Marty Scorsese on why he's not yet won a statue - an insider's look at Oscar dreams. And now, the envelope please. . .
Kenny Chesney has sold more than 25 million albums and is country music's biggest concert draw, but to many people he's perhaps best known for his four month marriage to movie star Renee Zellweger. Anderson Cooper talks with Chesney about his success, his love of music and the now infamous annulment.
The Dixie Chicks led the Grammys with 5 Awards - including song and record of the year for "Not Ready To Make Nice." The tune is the Texas trio's response to the furor created by lead singer Natalie Maines' anti-Bush comments on the eve of the Iraq war. Correspondent Steve Kroft met the Chicks on their home turf in the Lone Star State to talk about music, politics and making babies. The conversation continued in California, where Natalie, Emily & Martie had a lot to say.
Morley Safer profiles acclaimed British actress Dame Helen Mirren. Her many roles range from Jane Tennison in the television series "Prime Suspect" to that of Queen Elizabeth II in the 2006 film "The Queen" - a performance many feel will earn her an Academy Award nomination.
Bob Dylan's most recent record, "Modern Times," was the legendary singer-songwriter's first number-one album in 30 years. The elusive Dylan hadn't given a television interview in nearly 20 years and then he finally agreed to sit down with Ed Bradley in 2004. Now, a month after Ed's death, an opportunity to look at some special excerpts from one of his favorite interviews.
Steve Kroft goes behind the headlines with one of Hollywood's most colorful leading men.
In this classic 60 Minutes profile, J.K. Rowling opens up her secret files for the first time to show how she creates the magic of Harry Potter.
Actor, director, musician, pilot... the list goes on. 60 Minutes looks at Clint Eastwood, a man who has spent more than 50 years in the movie business.
Sean Penn is known as much for his bad boy image as for his Oscar-winning roles. Both sides were revealed in two stories reported by 60 Minutes.
When it comes to Christmas, Andy Rooney has a lot to say. This holiday season enjoy some of his most treasured Christmas commentaries from the last four decades. Merry Christmas!