LENNOX IS SCOUTED BY A MODELING AGENCY, WHILE JOE HELPS RYDER EXPLORE THE WORLD OF DATING, ON "MELISSA & JOEY," WEDNESDAY, JULY 27 AT 8:00 PM ET/PT

Vivica A. Fox ("Curb Your Enthusiasm") Guest Stars

Burbank, CA (July 22, 2011) - Mel is leery of Lennox's new interest in modeling, and Joe helps Ryder with the world of dating, on an all-new episode of "Melissa & Joey," premiering Wednesday, July 27 (8:00 - 8:30 PM ET/PT).

In "Toledo's Next Top Model," Lennox gets scouted by a modeling agency at the mall and is excited by the prospect. Mel remains skeptical of the career path until she sees how much money Lennox could be make to help towards college. However, agency owner Tasha (guest star Vivica A. Fox) pushes Lennox beyond her comfort zone. Meanwhile, Joe gives Ryder dating advice when he starts seeing a girl from school, but her increasing demands make Ryder second-guess his relationship.

"Melissa & Joey" is a half-hour multi-cam comedy executive-produced by Bob Young & David Kendall, Paula Hart, Melissa Joan Hart and Joey Lawrence. "Toledo's Next Top Model" was written by Jordana Arkin and directed by David Trainer. Melissa Joan Hart, Joey Lawrence, Taylor Spreitler and Nick Robinson star. Vivica A. Fox and Rachel G. Fox guest star.

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