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Sharon OsbourneRock, Roles, and Reviews
Tim and Nina Zagat share the latest ratings and reviews from their 2007 New York City Restaurants guide. Then, Ellen Burstyn talks about acting, and how it has shaped her life. Plus, Sharon Osbourne reflects on extreme living—from marrying Ozzy Osbourne to battling colon cancer.

Food, Décor, Service, and Cost
Tim and Nina Zagat tell us about the reviews and ratings in the 2007 edition of their beloved New York City Restaurants Zagat Survey.
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Ellen Burstyn Gets into Her Own Character
In Lessons in Becoming Myself, Ellen Burstyn reveals how her most powerful roles helped her understand herself better.
Lessons in Becoming Myself is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: Ellen Burstyn will be speaking and signing books
Wednesday, October 25 at 12 pm
Lincoln Center Barnes & Noble
1972 Broadway, at 66th Street
Visit Guest Picks to find out about the books, films, and music that move Ellen Burstyn
Sharon Osbourne on Extreme Living
Sharon Osbourne talks about personal strength and public image—from her tenacity as a rock manager and promoter, to the challenges she took on as Ozzy’s wife, to her battle against colon cancer. Her memoir is Sharon Osbourne Extreme.
Sharon Osbourne Extreme is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: Sharon Osbourne will be signing books
Wednesday, October 25 at 1 pm
Barnes & Noble
555 Fifth Avenue, at 46th Street
Sharon Osbourne will be in conversation with Dr. Gail Saltz
Thursday, October 26 at 8:15 pm
The Makor Center at 92nd Street Y
35 West 67th Street
For tickets, visit the 92nd Street Y website or call 212-415-5500.
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