Three surviving Monkees not planning to attend Davy Jones' funeral; Chef Paula Deen's attorneys say accusations false; Brooks
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leads 2012 Country Music Hall of Fame class. (March 7)
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VOICEOVER:AP ShowBiz Minute.The three surviving Monkees aren't planning to attend Davy Jones' funeral.Micky Dolenz from the group claims it would bring too much unwanted attention to the star's family during their time of grief.Instead of going to the funeral in Florida this week - Dolenz says they may attend a special memorial for Jones in the future.Paula Deen's attorneys say a lawsuit claiming the celebrity chef and her brother created a hostile work environment is a lie.Her lawyers say former restaurant employee Lisa Jackson "makes false allegations against Paula Deen and they will be proven false in court."Jackson is claiming unspecified damages, she says that working at Uncle Bubba's Seafood and Oyster House in Savannah gave her panic attacks and stress.Country superstar Garth Brooks, singer Connie Smith and keyboard player Hargus "Pig" Robbins are going to be the newest members of the Country Music Hall of Fame.The announcement was made at a news conference in Nashville.A formal ceremony will take place later this year.This is Hilary Fox with AP ShowBiz Minute.SHOTLIST:AP Images Nashville, Tennessee, 11 November 20091. Davy Jones attends the 43rd annual Country Music AwardsAP ImagesLos Angeles, 10 July 1989 2. The Monkees pose near their star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. From left: Micky Dolenz, Mike Nesmith, Davy Jones and Peter TorkAP ImagesLos Angeles, 4 June 19673. The Monkees pose with their Emmy awards for best comedy series. From left to right: Mike Nesmith, Davy Jones, Peter Tork and Micky DolenzAP EntertainmentNew York, 17 January 20124. Medium of Paula Deen talking to reporterAP EntertainmentPasadena, California, 30 December 20105. Medium of photographer taking pictures of Paula Deen The Food Network6. TV clip - "Paula's Best Dishes"AP EntertainmentNashville, Tennessee, 6 March 20127. Zoom in inductees Garth Brooks, Connie Smith and Hargus "Pig" Robbins8. Pan from photographers to inductees9. Wide shot of Kix Brooks10. Close up Garth Brooks and wife Trisha Yearwood pose for photographers
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