TONIGHT
E-mail a friendAugust 13, 2008
Pulitzer Prize-winner and Rome 1960 author David Maraniss says "the old days" weren't that good for African American and women athletes and describes what the 2008 Olympics might mean for China. Actor-comedian George Lopez talks about the towering inspiration of Richard Pryor.
David Maraniss
David Maraniss
Author talks about the extraordinary talents of Rafer Johnson, Wilma Rudolph and Cassius Clay in the 1960 Olympics. (3:46)
Full Interview. (10:10)
A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist at The Washington Post, David Maraniss is also author of four critically acclaimed best-selling books, including bios of baseball great Roberto Clemente and President Bill Clinton. Maraniss began his career in college in Wisconsin, covering high school sports and antiwar protests for a local newspaper. He joined the Post in '77, where he's served in various capacities. His new book, Rome 1960, is the story of the Summer Olympics that helped define the modern world.
George Lopez
George Lopez
Comedian talks about the generational differences between him and his 12-year-old daughter. (1:47)
Full Interview. (11:54)
George Lopez is one of the premier Hispanic comedian-actors in popular culture. Raised by his grandmother, he finds the humor in his experiences as a Mexican American. Outside of stand-up, he's starred in many films and a successful self-titled sitcom, which he also co-created, wrote and produced. Named one of "The Most Influential Hispanics in America" by Time magazine, Lopez has roles in two upcoming features—Henry Poole is Here and Beverly Hills Chihuahua—and is currently touring North America.