Gabourey Sidibe and Mo’Nique stand out in this flawed yet moving drama.

The comedian knew she would be taking on a tough mental challenge when she decided to play the role of Mary Jones — the vicious, abusive mother in the critically acclaimed film "Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire."

An attorney for Joe Jackson filed papers in Los Angeles on Friday seeking a stipend, saying there was no apparent reason for the administrators of the estate to not seek an allowance for the 81-year-old family patriarch.

A reality show miniseries about the Jackson family will premiere Dec. 13 on A&E, the network says. Back-to-back hour episodes will air that night at 9 p.m. EST.

What city do you think of when you think great coffee shops? Where do travelers go for a wild weekend? What if you’re in search of the perfect winter getaway? The results are in.

Nov. 5: Police arrest an Arizona couple for allegedly stealing more than 1,000 pieces of luggage from Phoenix’s Sky Harbor International Airport. NBC’s Miguel Almaguer reports. (Today Show)

Nov. 3: From hotel perks to rental car fees, there are hidden secrets everywhere. Budget Travel magazine's Nina Willdorf has tips to get the most bang for your buck on your next vacation. (Today Show)

The R&B superstar scooped up three wins Thursday at the 16th annual MTV Europe Music Awards, including trophies for best female, best song for “Halo” and best video for her No. 1 smash, “Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It.)”

Puerto Rican duo Calle 13 won all five awards it was nominated for Thursday at the Latin Grammys in Las Vegas, including two of the top awards of the night and honors in both urban and alternative categories.

Singer will join Eminem, Lady Gaga, Green Day and the rest of the diverse roster of performers planning to take the stage in Los Angeles, show producers said.

Short-burst interval training has long been a part of the regimen for elite athletes. And now, fitness professionals say, it’s gaining popularity with recreational exercisers.

A new study suggests an inventive use for your muffin top: In Miami, a plastic surgeon is liposuctioning that excess fat and injecting it somewhere many women actually want a little more pudge — their breasts.

First lady Michelle Obama hooped it up for health — hula hooped, that is — managing to get in an impressive 142 swivels before her hula hoop hit the ground. Jumping rope double dutch? Not so much.

Food Network host and mom Ellie Krieger is known for creating light, healthy dishes that are easy for working parents to prepare. Here, she offers three recipes from her cookbook “So Easy."

From cheesy lasagna to decadent chocolate cake, TODAY readers share mouth-watering photos of their favorite winter dishes.

Fried chicken is a great American tradition that’s fallen out of favor, says chef and restaurateur Thomas Keller. Here, he offers a recipe that calls for the chicken to be brined for 12 hours before dredging and frying for maximum moistness and flavor.

Barbara Smith shares her secrets for reducing calorie count without losing flavor in her new book "B. Smith Cooks Southern-Style." Here are Smith's recipes for lobster grits and turkey Andouille sausage and cheese grits casserole.