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NBC Surfs to the Top of Nielsen Ratings - AP

Newscaster Paula Zahn will leave CNN next month after nearly six years at the cable network to make way for a new prime-time program hosted by freshly hired former NBC News correspondent Campbell Brown.CNN’s Paula Zahn stepping down ahead of new anchor - Reuters

The United States will have a female president next year on the Fox TV series “24.”Female President Next for Fox’s ‘24′ - AP

Following on the heels of its record-breaking 18 Emmy nominations, AMC received more good news with the debut of its first original drama series, "Mad Men."AMC “Mad” about ratings for series bow - Reuters

If all those brain-dead reality shows have lulled you into believing there really is nothing new under the summer sun, wake up. Here comes FX with yet another series to cement its reputation as today’s most dependable and consistent source of thoughtful TV dramas.“Damages” a winning proposition for TV viewers - Reuters

The British Broadcasting Corp. apologized to Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday for saying she had walked out of portrait sitting with photographer Annie Leibovitz.“display: block;”, target=”_new”>BBC Apologizes to Queen Elizabeth II - AP

Posted by trendizy on July 26th, 2007

Primetime: Secrets & Lies - 09:00 PM ET (ABC)

Laila Ali, daughter of boxing legend Muhammad Ali and a champion pugilist in her own right, married retired U.S. football star Curtis Conway last weekend, according to media reports on Monday.Laila Ali marries former football star Conway - Reuters

The United States will have a female president next year on the Fox TV series “24.”Female President Next for Fox’s ‘24′ - AP

A month after he abruptly disappeared from TV screens, Tony Soprano was back to grab a piece of the Emmy action on Thursday as HBO’s mob drama led the field of network series nominated for U.S. television’s highest honors.trendizy on July 25th, 2007

Lehman takes "Bullets" for NBC - Reuters

Big Brother 8, Eureka, Damages and more!What 2 Watch: 7/24/07

Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O’Connell were married in a weekend ceremony.Romijn, O’Connell Wed in Los Angeles - AP

Soccer star David Beckham and his wife, Victoria, arrived Thursday night to begin their new lives in the United States. The British power couple smiled and held hands as they walked out of a Los Angeles International Airport terminal shortly before 8:20 p.m. after arriving aboard a British Airways flight from London.Beckhams Arrive in Los Angeles - AP

Arturo Gatti believes with trainer Micky Ward in his corner, he’ll box not brawl against Alfonso Gomez of “The Contender.”Gatti Ready to Take on ‘The Contender’ - AP

Nicole Richie’s driving-under-the-influence trial was delayed Wednesday until Aug. 16 so a defense expert can challenge evidence in the case.Court Delays Richie’s Trial in DUI Case - AP

Posted by trendizy on July 25th, 2007

`Heroes,’ `Ugly Betty’ Eye Emmy Nods - AP

Oprah Winfrey is mourning the death of her 2-year-old golden retriever, Gracie.Oprah Mourns Death of Her Dog Gracie - AP

CHICAGO (AP) Forget the girl of YouTube videos. The real Obama girl is doing her part for the candidate. Talk show host Oprah Winfrey plans to hold a Sept. 8 fundraiser for Democratic hopeful Barack Obama at her palatial estate near Santa Barbara, Calif., according to campaign spokesman Dan Pfeiffer.Oprah Winfrey to Raise Money for Obama - AP

Add Alicia Witt to the “Law & Order” lineup.Alicia Witt Cops `Law & Order: CI’ Role - AP

Kathy Griffin has been in the news lately, due to the bombshell she supposedly dropped on CNN’s “Larry King Live” about the state of her marriage — and why she’s no longer with former husband Matt Moline. Unfortunately, those wacky North Koreans decided to launch some short-range missiles on the day Kathy’s interview with Larry was supposed to air. We may never find out if Moline was really stealing money from his wife. Scandalous! Tonight on “My Life on the D-List”), Kathy calls a dog trainer to help with her new puppy, and the Learning Annex in Los Angeles hires Kathy to teach a class about comedy.Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List - 09:00 PM ET (Bravo)

Posted by trendizy on July 24th, 2007

Top marks for Bravo's "Chef," "D-List" - Reuters

Isn’t it nice to have Julie Chen back on your television twice a week? ‘Tis a pity she doesn’t host the Sunday-night clip show as well. The former “BB” contestants “lucky” enough to get chosen again for forced CBS confinement continue forming alliances and trying to figure out what behaviors might ultimately net them $500,000.Big Brother 7: All-Stars - 08:00 PM ET (CBS)

Actor Isaiah Washington, fired last month from the ABC hit medical drama "Grey’s Anatomy" after reportedly making an anti-gay slur, has landed a new role, and a development deal, with rival network NBC.Isaiah Washington gets “second chance” at NBC - Reuters

Ken Burns, criticized for overlooking the role of Hispanic soldiers in his new World War II documentary, said nearly a half-hour of footage on Hispanic and American Indian veterans is being added to the film.Burns’ `War’ Expands to Add Hispanics - AP

Angel (TV)
CW’s President says she hasn’t talked to Buffy/Angel creator about TV-Movie.No Spike for CW</a>

Posted by trendizy on July 23rd, 2007

Reporter Hailed for Killing Hilton Story - AP

Chuck (TV)
Wii accidents and Call of Duty stories from the cast and creators of the new action-comedy from the producer of The O.C.Chuck is Ready for Action

Doctor Who, Psych, Standoff, and more!>What 2 Watch: 7/20/07

The president of CBS Entertainment on Wednesday disputed actor Mandy Patinkin’s explanation for quitting the hit show "Criminal Minds," insisting "personal issues" not "creative differences" led to his exit.CBS disputes actor Patinkin on quitting hit show - Reuters

A judge froze a half-million-dollar account Thursday until it’s decided whether the money belongs to Larry Birkhead or his ex-lawyer in the Anna Nicole Smith paternity case.LA Judge Freezes Cash Sought by Birkhead - AP

When discussing his series, “Cops” mastermind John Langley can’t help mentioning a few of its 700-plus episodes. Like the one where an overweight woman lunged at an officer with a butcher knife.Fox’s `Cops’ to Begin Its 20th Season - AP

Posted by trendizy on July 22nd, 2007

DiCaprio, Discovery building "Eco-Town" - Reuters

Bionic Woman (2007) (TV)
Battlestar actress set for five additional episodes of the new NBC series.Sackhoff’s Bionic Woman Deal Finalized

Kristin Lehman has been tapped to co-star in NBC’s one-hour pilot "Backyards & Bullets."Lehman takes “Bullets” for NBC - Reuters

Don’t expect big changes from HBO post-Chris Albrecht, his replacements pledged Thursday at the network’s summer Television Critics Assn. presentation.HBO pursues life after “Sopranos” - Reuters

A U.S. senator on Thursday introduced legislation that would allow regulators to follow through on a new rule that says expletives uttered on broadcast television are a violation of TV decency standards.Senator’s bill bolsters FCC indecency standard - Reuters

The sun smiled on Tony Parker and Eva Longoria’s wedding day, breaking through after days of gray Paris skies. Their VIP guests, though, were concealed by big black umbrellas.Longoria, Parker Wed in Royals’ Church - AP

Posted by trendizy on July 22nd, 2007

BBC chief vows to stay after apology to Queen - Reuters

CBS is finding it tough to replace Bob Barker on “The Price Is Right” because he has “the biggest shoes in Hollywood to fill,” CBS entertainment chief Nina Tassler said Wednesday.Search for Barker’s Replacement Goes On - AP

Julie White has been upped to a regular on ABC’s upcoming comedy series "Cavemen."White sticks with “Cavemen” - Reuters

CBS News President Sean McManus dismissed talk that Katie Couric may leave as “CBS Evening News” anchor by saying Thursday that he expected her to be doing the job through her full five-year contract.CBS News Chief: Couric Staying Anchored - AP

Meet Sebastian Stark’s new boss.Pollak signs on to swim with “Shark” - Reuters

Posted by trendizy on July 21st, 2007

Top marks for Bravo&#39;s "Chef," "D-List" - Reuters

KaDee Strickland has come on board the upcoming "Grey’s Anatomy" spinoff, "Private Practice."Leigh joins “Grey’s”; Strickland tapped for spinoff - Reuters

If Amy Bloom the psychotherapist is anything at all like Amy Bloom the creator of "State of Mind," her counseling sessions must be models of straight talk and conversation with no restraint. In her Lifetime series, the clinicians tend to give analysis and advice as if firing their words from a bazooka. As far as they’re concerned, tough love isn’t tough enough.Flawed therapists at center of impressive drama - Reuters

NBC News said Tuesday it is creating its own in-house firm, Peacock Productions, to make nonfiction programming available to various cable networks.NBC News Starts Production Firm - AP

Former NFL player and Fox Sports broadcaster Bill Maas was charged with drug possession and weapons charges following a roadside safety check. alt=”Fox Sports Broadcaster Maas Arrested - AP” title=”Fox Sports Broadcaster Maas Arrested - AP” style=”display: block;”, target=”_new”>Fox Sports Broadcaster Maas Arrested - AP

Posted by trendizy on July 20th, 2007

Live Earth: NBC learns lessons from Live 8 - Reuters

“Rescue Me” has certainly courted a lot of controversy these past few weeks. Im still a fan of Denis Leary’s, despite the lack of judgement with the lastest storylines. Tonight, Lou (John Scurti) and Franco (Daniel Sunjata, seen in “The Devil Wears Prada”) have a close call at a fire, and Sean (Steven Pasquale) has a run-in with the law.Rescue Me - 10:00 PM ET (FX)

BBC boss Mark Thompson has ordered staff to root out inaccuracies after the public broadcaster was hit by two embarrassing blunders and had to apologize to Queen Elizabeth.BBC boss tells staff to root out inaccuracies - Reuters

Less than two months after being fired as NBC’s entertainment president, Kevin Reilly has been hired by Fox for the same job as part of a restructuring that includes the promotion of Peter Liguori to entertainment chairman.Fired NBC Programmer Slides Over to Fox - AP

Three stories converge into a telling moment for Ted.How I Met Your Mother: “Brunch” Review

If Amy Bloom the psychotherapist is anything at all like Amy Bloom the creator of "State of Mind," her counseling sessions must be models of straight talk and conversation with no restraint. In her Lifetime series, the clinicians tend to give analysis and advice as if firing their words from a bazooka. As far as they’re concerned, tough love isn’t tough enough.Flawed therapists at center of impressive drama - Reuters

Posted by trendizy on July 19th, 2007