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Danny Gallagher has been a regular contributor to the Dallas Observer since 2014. He has also written features, essays and stories for MTV, the Chicago Tribune, Maxim, Cracked, Mental_Floss, The Week, CNET and The Onion AV Club.

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A Dallas Movie Theater Showed Steven Spielberg How Jaws Could Take a Bite Out of the Box Office

By Danny GallagherAugust 16, 2023

One of the first signs that “Jaws” would become a box office juggernaut happened in Dallas when Spielberg watched audiences scream, toss their popcorn and even vomit, according to a new book.

The ‘Crazy Plane Lady’ from Dallas Who Claimed a Passenger Wasn’t ‘Real’ Posts an Apology

By Danny GallagherAugust 14, 2023

Dallas marketing executive Tiffany Gomas apologized for her meltdown on an American Airlines flight that earned her fame as the “crazy plane lady.”

‘Kooky’ Richardson Actor Johnny Hardwick, Who Played Dale Gribble, Died on Tuesday

By Danny GallagherAugust 11, 2023

Johnny Hardwick’s comedian’s conspiracy loving character Dale Gribble is still just as hilarious even if more Dale Gribble wannabes are running around Texas right now.

A Fort Worth Doctor Posts a Request for a Sick Friend and Some Big-Name Musicians Responded

By Danny GallagherAugust 11, 2023

Psychiatrist Michelle Nichols asked a family friend if he could get some of her favorite musicians to play for her as she undergoes treatment for Stage 4 breast cancer. Many of them jumped at the chance to help.

Comedian Chris Gethard May Be Making Less Money Now, But His Freedom Is Worth Way More

By Danny GallagherAugust 9, 2023

The host of the long-running, freewheeling “The Chris Gethard Show” is doing standup at the Texas Theatre because it gives him a break from life itself.

The Company That Presented One of Those Immersive Van Gogh Things Is Bankrupt

By Danny GallagherAugust 8, 2023

The company behind one of the immersive Van Gogh art attractions that came to Dallas in 2022 is seeking relief from its debtors, according to filing in a federal Delaware bankruptcy court.

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The City Will Recognize Hip-Hop’s History on Its 50th Anniversary (Hey, That Almost Rhymes! Is It Rap?)

By Danny GallagherAugust 8, 2023

Dallas is going all out to celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.

See How Paul Reubens Shined a Light on the Lone Star State in Pee-wee’s Big Adventure at Texas Theatre

By Danny GallagherAugust 4, 2023

In film, Paul Reubens embraced Texas’ uniqueness instead of looking down on it.

What in the Hell Is This Light in the Sky Flying Over Fort Worth?

By Danny GallagherAugust 2, 2023

A video circulating on social media this week showed a weird object flying through the nighttime sky in Fort Worth. But even if UFOs are in the news, it may not be what you think.

When Queens Collide: Erykah Badu Says She’s ‘Flattered’ by Beyoncé Copying Her Look

By Danny GallagherAugust 2, 2023

Queen of neo-soul Erykah Badu claims on Instagram that Beyoncé took her idea for a mirror hat, and backed it up with years of photos of herself sporting the same look.

The Best Things To Do in Dallas, Aug. 2-8

By Danny GallagherAugust 2, 2023

This week’s best things to do include a Queen tribute at the Winspear, the Texas Latino Comic Con and an anime classic at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.

Comedian Ralph Barbosa Will Film His First Netflix Special This Week at The Kessler

By Danny GallagherAugust 1, 2023

This year is shaping up to the best one ever for comedian Ralph Barbosa, even after George Lopez dissed him.

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A New Horror Film Turned a Richardson Theater Into a Puzzling, Scary Story of Artistic Sacrifice

By Danny GallagherJuly 27, 2023

What are artists of all genres and mediums willing to give and sacrifice to bring their true vision to life? A new horror film explores the lengths that creative people will go to make their work immortal.

The Best Things to Do in Dallas, July 26 – Aug. 1

By Danny GallagherJuly 26, 2023

This week’s roundup includes the second anniversary of the Talking Dirty After Dark storytelling series, the return of the Tony-winning musical The Book of Mormon and more.

The Texas Latino Comic Con Returns For Its 7th Run With (¡Pum Pam!) Lucha Libre Wrestling

By Danny GallagherJuly 25, 2023

The Texas Latino Comic Con is back to its full fighting strength and it’s going to end with a literal “Pow!” in the wrestling ring.

Ted Cruz Doesn’t Like the Barbie Movie and You’ll Never Guess Why

By Danny GallagherJuly 24, 2023

We really wouldn’t want to be Ted Cruz’s daughters right now … or any time for that matter, but especially now, because it’s clear he’s not going to take them to see the new “Barbie” movie after his recent tirade on Fox News.

More of Steven Crowder’s Staff Say He Exposed Himself and Swapped Drugs With Them

By Danny GallagherJuly 24, 2023

Did you think the allegations of abusive behavior against Steven Crowder could get any worse? If you did, then you’re right. There’s way more.

The Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Walkthrough Experience Is Coming to Little Elm

By Danny GallagherJuly 21, 2023

The Harry Potter films may be done, but that’s not going to stop a big Hollywood studio from coming up with more ways for fans to experience its wizarding worlds. A new walkthrough experience that takes guests through the Forbidden Forest is coming to Little Elm Park right before Halloween.

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Texas Legislature Raised the State’s Film Incentive to a Record-Breaking $200 Million

By Danny GallagherJuly 21, 2023

This means we’ll be able to spot more celebrities in town, but beyond that it’ll have huge impact on the local economy.

We’re History! Deep Ellum Is Now Part of the National Register of Historic Places

By Danny GallagherJuly 21, 2023

Deep Ellum turned 150 years old this year and it just got its birthday present. The Deep Ellum Foundation announced that the Deep Ellum district is now part of the National Park Services’ National Register of Historic Places.

The Rumor Is Confirmed: The Hang Zone‘s Dan McDowell and Jake Kemp Leave The Ticket

By Danny GallagherJuly 20, 2023

The hosts of The Ticket’s midday show have officially announced their departure from the station after a breakdown in negotiations over their long-term contracts.

Why Is Miranda Lambert Policing Fans for Taking Selfies at Her Show?

By Danny GallagherJuly 19, 2023

Hometown hero Miranda Lambert stopped her show to call out someone for daring to take a selfie during her performance. But why?

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