Here are my answers to this week’s New Yorker Festival “blind items”:

Which soul legend not so secretly loves listening to Taylor Swift?
Not sure about this one, could be Aretha Franklin, Al Green, Smokey Robinson or Stevie Wonder. Though I couldn’t find anything on Google, I would guess Aretha if I you put me in the corner.

Which behind-the-scenes film wizard owns more Oscars than any living person?
Dennis Muren

Which lawyer can say he’s been portrayed in film by Peter Gallagher?
Barry Scheck (Conviction)
[NewYorker.com]

View the rest of my blind item answers over here. The full 2011 New Yorker Festival lineup will be revealed on Monday, September 5. Advance tickets for The New Yorker Festival will go on sale at 12 noon E.T. on Thursday, September 8 for MasterCard holders, general on sale will begin at 12 noon E.T. on Friday, September 9.