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[12/07/11 - 11:01 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, December 7
Updates include: Mark Schwahn books "Maine" with The CW, J.J. Abrams; Alan Yang, Mindy Kaling land animated comedies at NBC; and Tom Fontana, Barry Levinson set up "The Box" at A&E.

[12/07/11 - 07:17 PM]
Judy Greer and Regina King Join SAG President Ken Howard to Announce Nominees for the 18th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards(R)
The announcement will be telecast live on TNT and webcast live on tnt.tv and tbs.com at 9 a.m. (ET) / 6 a.m. (PT).

[12/07/11 - 04:48 PM]
Tuesday's Cable Ratings: "American Chopper," "Teen Mom" Steal Demo Thunder
Said duo bests FX's "Sons of Anarchy," USA's "Covert Affairs" finales as well as TNT's "Hide" and Syfy's holiday specials.

[12/07/11 - 02:38 PM]
MTV's "Teen Mom 2" Season Two Debut Is Most Watched Premiere in History of the "Teen Mom" Franchise With 4.2 Million Total Viewers
MTV spins the numbers for Tuesday, December 6.

[12/07/11 - 02:03 PM]
Award-Winning Journalist T.J. Holmes Signs Multi-Platform Talent Deal With BET Networks
The deal with Holmes includes a new show on BET as well as content on BET.com.

[12/07/11 - 01:39 PM]
Nickelodeon Decks the Halls With New Holiday-Themed Premieres
Highlights include new episodes of "iCarly," "Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness," "Victorious" and "Supah Ninjas."

[12/07/11 - 01:37 PM]
'Tis the Season to Give, As The CW Launches "Causes to Care About"
"The Secret Circle" co-stars Thomas Dekker, Gale Harold, Jessica Parker Kennedy and Phoebe Tonkin are among those spotlighting their causes.

[12/07/11 - 01:09 PM]
A&E's "Storage Wars: Texas" Delivers Record Audiences
A&E spins the numbers for Tuesday, December 6.

[12/07/11 - 12:48 PM]
All-New "America's Most Wanted: U.S. Marshals Special Edition" Airs Saturday, December 17, on FOX
In the second of four quarterly specials on FOX, Walsh will reveal the latest two additions to the U.S. Marshals' 15 Most Wanted list.

[12/07/11 - 12:45 PM]
"Oddities" Returns to Science Bigger, Better and Weirder Than Ever for Its World Premiere Third Season
The 12-episode season formally rolls out Saturday, December 17 at 9:00/8:00c on the cable channel.

[12/07/11 - 11:06 AM]
BBC America January Highlights: "Jamie's American Road Trip," "Absolutely Fabulous 20th Anniversary Special," "The Fades"
Also on tap are season three of "Mistresses," a new "Nerdist" special and Madonna on "The Graham Norton Show."

[12/07/11 - 10:59 AM]
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Announces Premiere of "America's Money Class with Suze Orman" Monday, January 9
The six-episode series will air Monday nights at 9:00/8:00c.

[12/07/11 - 10:38 AM]
Bravo's "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" Delivers Two New Episodes in One Week... and a Baby
Look for fresh installments this Sunday, December 11 and Tuesday, December 13 at 9:00/8:00c.

[12/07/11 - 10:28 AM]
ABC's Music Lounge Offers Exclusive Free Download This Week on ABC.com -- The Fling's Single, "You're in My Dreams," Will Be Featured on ABC's "Revenge"
The track will be available to download online for free beginning tonight at 10:00 p.m., ET through tomorrow, December 8 at 10:00 p.m., ET.

[12/07/11 - 10:27 AM]
"The 2012 Miss America Pageant" Announces Diverse Panel of National Judges
Mark Ballas, Raúl de Molina, Mike Fleiss, Kris Jenner, Teri Polo, Chris Powell and Lara Spencer have been tapped for the event, airing Saturday, January 14.

[12/07/11 - 10:26 AM]
The 25 Bachelorettes Are Revealed for 16th Edition of "The Bachelor"
The Ben Flajnik-led season rolls out Monday, January 2 at 8:00/7:00c.

[12/07/11 - 10:20 AM]
Grammy Award-Winning Band Train to Perform Their "Biggest Loser" Theme Song in NBC's Live Finale of "The Biggest Loser" on Tuesday, December 13, 9-11 P.M. ET
Plus: look for a sneak preview announcing the surprise twist for season 13, premiering Tuesday, January 3.

[12/07/11 - 10:10 AM]
Cooking Channel Serves Up Fresh Series for the New Year
Newcomers on tap include "Not My Mama's Meals," hosted by Bobby Deen, premiering Wednesday, January 4 at 9:00/8:00c.

[12/07/11 - 10:09 AM]
Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley and Taylor Swift Honored at The 2011 "CMT Artists of the Year"
The 90-minute special, hosted by Rob Lowe, will premiere Tuesday, December 13 at 9:00/8:00c.

[12/07/11 - 10:08 AM]
2012 Writers Guild Awards Television, News, Radio, Promotional Writing, and Graphic Animation Nominees Announced
The winners will be honored at the 2012 Writers Guild Awards on Sunday, February 19, at simultaneous ceremonies in Los Angeles and New York.

[12/07/11 - 10:03 AM]
NBC Announces Star-Studded Lineup of Musical Guests and Presenters for the First Ever American Giving Awards Presented by Chase, Saturday, December 10 at 8:00PM ET
will.i.am, Rodney Atkins, LeAnn Rimes, Taio Cruz, and Jackie Evancho are among those set to perform.

[12/07/11 - 09:45 AM]
Television Series Nominations for The 2012 Producers Guild Awards
This year, the Producers Guild will also award special honors to Steven Spielberg, Leslie Moonves, Don Mischer, and Stan Lee, among others.

[12/07/11 - 09:25 AM]
Lifetime Greenlights Two Hour Original Movie-Backdoor Pilot "Sworn to Silence"
Neve Campbell will star in the project, based on the book by Linda Castillo.

[12/07/11 - 09:23 AM]
"MLK: The Assassination Tapes" Premieres Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 9PM ET/PT on Smithsonian Channel
The film was "created almost entirely through the use of television and radio news footage from the weeks leading up to Dr. King's visits to Memphis through the aftermath of his murder."

[12/07/11 - 09:15 AM]
"Two and a Half Men" Is Posting Television's Largest Gains in Adults 18-49 During the First Half of the Season
CBS spins the numbers for the season to date.

[12/07/11 - 09:13 AM]
Video: MTV's "Caged" Trailer Released - Series Premieres on Monday, January 9 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT
The series will "give an honest and powerful view into the world of passionate amateur MMA fighters and the women in their lives."

[12/07/11 - 09:09 AM]
Comedy Central(R) Announces 2011-2012 Development Slate
Wyatt Cenac, Andrew Daly, Rob Delaney, Anthony Jeselnik, Jeff Ross, Amy Schumer, Russell Simmons and JB Smoove are among the featured auspices.

[12/07/11 - 09:02 AM]
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Announces 2012 Inductees; Ceremony to Air on HBO; Tickets on Sale Beginning Dec. 16
Beastie Boys, Donovan, Guns N' Roses, Laura Nyro, Red Hot Chili Peppers and The Small Faces/The Faces are among the performer inductees.

[12/07/11 - 08:57 AM]
ABC's "Last Man Standing" Hits Multi-Week Highs in Key Demos
ABC spins the numbers for Tuesday, December 6.

[12/07/11 - 08:47 AM]
Tuesday's Broadcast Ratings: "New Girl" Powers FOX Victory in Adults 18-49
CBS however - despite its all-repeat lineup - is the most-watched network last night.

[12/07/11 - 06:01 AM]
VH1 Goes Into Overtime as "La La's Full Court Life" Gets Second Season Pickup
The next season will continue to follow La La and Carmelo Anthony as they adjust to living in New York City following his trade from the Denver Nuggets to the New York Knicks.

[12/07/11 - 05:08 AM]
BBC America to Co-Produce Sequel to Abi Morgan's Acclaimed Drama "The Hour"
Peter Capaldi, Hannah Tointon and Tom Burke will join returning co-stars Romola Garai, Dominic West, Ben Whishaw, Anna Chancellor, Julian Rhind-Tutt and Oona Chaplin.

[12/06/11 - 10:53 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, December 6
Updates include: Scott Charles Stewart to direct Syfy's "Defiance"; ABC eyes "Vivienne Vyle" import; and Comedy Central adds to its development slate.

[12/06/11 - 06:35 PM]
"Goodnight For Justice: The Measure of a Man," Starring Luke Perry, A Hallmark Movie Channel Original World Premiere January 28
Cameron Bright, Stephanie von Pfetten, Teach Grant and Eric Keenleyside co-star in the sequel.

[12/06/11 - 06:30 PM]
Cupid Can't Miss When Joely Fisher and Jamie Kennedy Star in "Cupid" A Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere February 11
The romantic comedy also stars Roark Critchlow and Rebecca McFarland.

[12/06/11 - 06:18 PM]
Teri Polo, James Patrick Stuart and Bailee Madison Star in "A Taste of Romance," A Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere, January 14
Romy Rosemont and Rockmond Dunbar also star in the romantic comedy.

[12/06/11 - 05:36 PM]
Monday's Cable Ratings: "MNF" Holds Onto Top Honors for ESPN
Plus: numbers for A&E's "Long Island Serial Killer," TLC's "Candy Queen" and VH1's "T.I. & Tiny: A Family Hustle."

[12/06/11 - 05:32 PM]
Sunday's Cable Ratings: "Kourtney & Kim" Claims Demo Crown for E!
Plus: numbers for Bravo's "Chef Roble & Co.," TLC's "Virgin Diaries" and Syfy's "Neverland."

[12/06/11 - 05:22 PM]
TNT Greenlights Pilot for "Chelsea General," New Medical Drama Series from Award-Winning Producer David E. Kelley and CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta
Kelley wrote the pilot script for the series, which is based on Gupta's upcoming novel "Monday Mornings."

[12/06/11 - 04:44 PM]
NBA Season to Open on ABC & ESPN with Christmas Day Quadruple Header
Said coverage of the 2011-12 NBA regular season will include 90 games, highlighted by 15 broadcasts on ABC - the home of The Finals - and 75 ESPN telecasts.

[12/06/11 - 04:32 PM]
TNT's 2011-12 NBA Regular Season Schedule to Feature Multiple Appearances by Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, New York Knicks and the Defending NBA Champion Dallas Mavericks
Also, the defending NBA champion Dallas Mavericks and the New York Knicks are scheduled for eight appearances.

[12/06/11 - 04:32 PM]
NBA TV Releases its 2011-12 96-Game Regular Season Schedule
The 96-game schedule will be highlighted by 33 doubleheaders this season and will feature appearances by the Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks and Dallas Mavericks.

[12/06/11 - 04:31 PM]
Video: MTV Gives Viewers an Early Holiday Present With the Debut of the "Jersey Shore" Season Five Trailer!
The network's juggernaut returns Thursday, January 5 at 10:00/9:00c.

[12/06/11 - 03:15 PM]
Syfy Saturday Original Movie "Jersey Shore Shark Attack" Will Feature All-Star Cast
Tony Sirico, Paul Sorvino, Jack Scalia, Joey Fatone, William Atherton and "Jersey Shore's" Vinny Guadagnino are among those featured.

[12/06/11 - 02:16 PM]
The Emmy(R) Award-winning "The Dr. Oz Show" to Feature Icon of Daytime Talk Oprah Winfrey in an Exclusive Interview
Oprah discusses moments in her life leading to the next chapter in her professional career.

[12/06/11 - 01:43 PM]
Emmanuelle Vaugier, Carrie Fisher and Carson Kressley Are in Production in a Modern-Day Spin on Charles Dickens' Classic Tale: A Christmas Carol, "Caroling" A Hallmark Channel Original World Premiere Holiday 2012
Olivia Cheng and Tygh Runyan also star in the film, which is currently filming in Vancouver.

[12/06/11 - 12:12 PM]
Nickelodeon Closes the Week As Top Cable Net
Nickelodeon spins the numbers for the week of November 28-December 4.

[12/06/11 - 11:56 AM]
"The X Factor," Tuesday Comedies and "I Hate My Teenage Daughter" Premiere Put FOX on Top
FOX spins the numbers for the week of November 28-December 4.

[12/06/11 - 11:53 AM]
"The Closer" and "Rizzoli & Isles" Rank As Basic Cable's Most-Watched Dramas Last Week
Turner spins the numbers for the week of November 28-December 4.

[12/06/11 - 11:49 AM]
Hallmark Channel Cozies Up to 4.9 Million Viewers With "A Princess for Christmas"
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for Saturday, December 3.







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[05/12/26 - 02:29 PM]
CFP Contenders and Non-Conference Clashes Headline ESPN's Industry-Leading, Early-Season College Football Schedule Reveal at Disney Upfront
Nine of ESPN.com's Way-Too-Early Top 25 are featured in the schedule release, including No. 1 Ohio State, No. 5 Texas, No. 7 Miami, No. 8 Texas Tech, No. 9 Ole Miss and No. 11 LSU.

[05/12/26 - 02:29 PM]
The Grammy Awards Set to Take Place Sunday, Feb. 7, 2027, and Will Air Live on ABC and Stream on Disney+ and Hulu
The upcoming ceremony marks a historic shift for the organization as the 2027 Grammy Awards will be the first ceremony to air on ABC since 1972, ushering in a new era for the most celebrated night in music.

[05/12/26 - 02:29 PM]
Disney and the Country Music Association Extend Relationship Through 2032
As part of the new agreement, the CMA Awards will stream live on Disney+ for the first time ever, alongside its traditional broadcast on ABC, kicking off with "The 60th Annual CMA Awards" on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.

[05/12/26 - 02:24 PM]
ESPN's "College GameDay Built by The Home Depot" Kicks Off 40th Season in Baton Rouge with 500th Show on the Road
Following Baton Rouge, College GameDay will travel to Austin, Texas on September 12 for a battle of powerhouse programs in Week 2 as the Texas Longhorns host Ohio State in a rematch of last season's 14-7 Buckeyes' win in Columbus.

[05/12/26 - 02:06 PM]
Paul Anthony Kelly Joins Cast of FX's "American Horror Story" Installment 13 Coming This Fall to FX and Hulu
FX's "American Horror Story," the global phenomenon that has garnered more than 100 Emmy nominations since its launch in 2011, returns for an unrivaled 13th installment that will do justice to everyone's most feared number.

[05/12/26 - 01:55 PM]
Disney+ Becomes the Exclusive Home of the Banana Bowl This October
Known for blending athleticism with entertainment, the game will include one of the biggest performances the league has ever seen, bringing together all six teams, along with its signature on-field showmanship from first pitch to final out.

[05/12/26 - 01:42 PM]
The 99th Oscars Reunites Host Conan O'Brien and Executive Producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan
The 99th Oscars will air live on ABC and Hulu on Sunday, March 14, 2027 at 7 p.m. EDT/4 p.m. PDT.

[05/12/26 - 01:38 PM]
Savannah Bananas' Jackson Olson Slides Into the Ballroom for "Dancing with the Stars" Season 35
The full cast of celebrities and professional dancers will be announced Wednesday, September 2, exclusively on "Good Morning America."

[05/12/26 - 01:32 PM]
ESPN Sets the Stage for Super Bowl LXI With Week Long Expansive Broadcast and Fan Experience on Santa Monica Beach
These efforts are all building toward Super Bowl LXI on February 14, 2027, which will air on ESPN and ABC and mark ESPN's first production of the Super Bowl.

[05/12/26 - 12:01 PM]
Netflix Top 10: Week of May 4 - The Critters of "Swapped" Soar to No. 1 in This Week's Top 10
The pursuit of justice is action-packed in "Man on Fire," which set the English TV list ablaze at No. 1 with 12.6 million views.

[05/12/26 - 11:31 AM]
CNN FlashDoc "The Last Laugh: Stephen Colbert" to Stream on Friday, May 15 on the CNN App
The special will also air Sunday, May 17 at 8pm ET on CNN, just days before the highly anticipated finale of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."

[05/12/26 - 11:13 AM]
BET Greenlights Manny Halley Productions' "Lot Patrol," A Star-Studded Mockumentary Comedy Series
A mismatched squad of eccentric security guards patrols the chaotic backlot of a major Hollywood studio, where they wrangle unhinged actors, rogue crew members, and their own wildly dysfunctional personal lives.

[05/12/26 - 11:01 AM]
"The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" Will Air a Repeat on Thursday, May 21, The Night of the Final Telecast of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"
"The Tonight Show" will air an all-new episode on Friday, May 22, featuring Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal, and musical guest Maluma.

[05/12/26 - 11:00 AM]
AspireTV to Premiere "City Eats: Charleston" This June
The series is a culinary journey through one of America's most historic and flavor-rich cities, hosted by celebrity chef and TV personality G Garvin.

[05/12/26 - 10:36 AM]
Fan-Favorite Crime Drama, "The Madame Blanc Mysteries," Renewed for a Fifth Season on AMC Global Media's Acorn TV
Filming is currently underway in Gozo and Malta.