TELEVISION Q & amp;A
TELEVISION Q & amp;A
Q. What is the title of the theme song on "Joan of Arcadia"? Who is the artist and is it available for sale? -- D.L., Las Vegas, Nev.
A. The theme song is a specially recorded version of Joan Osborne's 1996 hit, "One of Us," originally released as a CD single. Osborne shortened the song, and changed the lyrics and beat slightly to fit the opening credits. The new version has not been released.
Q. I need you to settle a bet between my friend and me. I say that James Gandolfini is divorced and is engaged to Lora Somoza. My friend said that he is married to his son's mother. Also, when will the "Sopranos" fifth season begin? -- F.S, Dallas
A. The "Sopranos" star divorced his wife Marcy in December 2002 after three years of marriage and one child. Rumors of a New Year's engagement to girlfriend Lora Somoza were widely reported after Gandolfini was spotted purchasing a diamond ring at an exclusive New York jewelry store last month. But the notoriously private actor isn't talking. The 13-episode new season of "The Sopranos" is set to premiere March 7 on HBO.
Q. My friend tells me there was a great series in the 1980s called "Reilly: Ace of Spies." Can you refresh my memory? -- J.B., Kingman, Ariz.
A. The 1983 BBC/PBS miniseries made actor Sam Neill a star with his portrayal of real-life British spy Sidney Reilly. The Russian-born Reilly was a British agent from 1903 until the 1920s and his exploits took him to Russia, Germany, France and the United States. The 12-episode series was released on Warner Home Video in 2002.
Q. I'd like to know what happened to Stephanie (Monti) on David Letterman's show. -- J.S., Las Vegas, Nev.
A. After taking some time off in December, "Late Show" assistant Stephanie Birkitt (a k a Monti) returned to the show Jan. 7, her birthday, for a "CBS Mailbag" segment. Birkitt was dressed as a Martian in recognition of the Spirit rover's mission on Mars. After the bit, Dave presented her with a birthday cake.
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