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[04/25/16 - 11:13 PM]
Development Update: Monday, April 25
Updates include: FOX pulls its upcoming comedy "Famous" from its summer lineup; Lucien Laviscount is "Still Star-Crossed" for ABC; and David Caspe, Seth Gordon to bring "Manhunt" to Showtime.

[04/25/16 - 02:10 PM]
Megyn Kelly to Interview Donald Trump - Will Air During FOX's "Megyn Kelly presents," on Tuesday, May 17
Extended portions of the sit-down will air on "The Kelly File" (9:00-10:00 PM/ET) on FNC beginning Wednesday, May 18.

[04/25/16 - 12:21 PM]
Country Superstar Thomas Rhett Makes His TV Debut of "T-Shirt" on Tuesday, April 26 Telecast of "The Voice"
"T-Shirt" follows two platinum back-to-back #1 hits off "Tangled Up," including the six-week #1 single "Die a Happy Man."

[04/25/16 - 12:08 PM]
Award-Winning Film Director, Producer, Writer and Actor Eli Roth Returns as Host of "Shark Week's" Hit Late-Night Talk Show "Shark After Dark"
Produced by Embassy Row, "Shark After Dark" airs Sunday, June 26 to Thursday, June 30 (11:00-11:30 PM ET/PT) on Discovery.

[04/25/16 - 12:06 PM]
Nickelodeon Alum Keke Palmer Lends Her Voice to Hit Preschool Series, "Bubble Guppies," in the Hour-Long Special "Guppy Style," Premiering Friday, April 29, at 11 A.M. (ET/PT)
In "Guppy Style," the Bubble Guppies discover their own personal styles when Molly steps on stage with popstar Stylee, the singing sensation known for her fantastic hairstyles.

[04/25/16 - 11:29 AM]
Alton Brown Travels Back in Time This Summer for Primetime Event "Cutthroat Kitchen: Time Warp Tournament"
The five-episode event launches Wednesday, June 1 at 9:00/8:00c on Food Network.

[04/25/16 - 11:21 AM]
WGN America Renews Standout Series "Underground" for a Second Season
The finale will air Wednesday, May 11, preceded by an all-day "Underground" marathon for fans to binge-watch the entire 10-episode first season, beginning at 1:00 p.m.

[04/25/16 - 10:54 AM]
"2016 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony," Debuting April 30, Brings an All-Star Music Night to HBO
This year's ceremony boasted a star-studded array of guests and presenters, including Kendrick Lamar, The Black Keys, Rob Thomas, Lars Ulrich, Kid Rock, David Byrne, The Roots, Stevie Van Zandt, Sheryl Crow, Grace Potter and Kimbra.

[04/25/16 - 10:46 AM]
Video: "Danger Mouse" - Trailer - Netflix
No threat is too small, no evil too great for this secret agent mouse and his sidekick! Villains: You've been warned.

[04/25/16 - 10:01 AM]
Jennifer Hudson and Harvey Fierstein Can't Stop the Beat in NBC's Production of "Hairspray Live!"
Also joining the creative team will be acclaimed television director Alex Rudzinski.

[04/25/16 - 09:41 AM]
Showtime(R), David Lynch and Mark Frost Reveal the Official Cast of the New "Twin Peaks!"
The new series picks up twenty-five years after the inhabitants of a quaint northwestern town were stunned when their homecoming queen Laura Palmer was shockingly murdered.

[04/25/16 - 09:30 AM]
"Mom" Heads to the White House for "Champions of Change" on April 29
During the event, the "Mom" team will participate in a panel discussion with Surgeon General Vivek Murthy about the portrayal of addiction and recovery in the media.

[04/25/16 - 09:03 AM]
DNCE, The Go-Go's and Shawn Mendes to Perform at "2016 Billboard Music Awards"
These artists join previously announced musical performer P!nk, who will make the world television debut of her new single, "Just Like Fire."

[04/25/16 - 08:57 AM]
Hallmark Channel Debuts Four Original Movies This June for Its "June Weddings" Celebration
Walk down the aisle with some of Hallmark Channel's favorite stars including Jack Wagner, Danica McKellar, Rachel Boston, Vanessa Marcil, Josie Bissett, and more.

[04/25/16 - 08:48 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Tops Demos in Modest Race
"Once Upon a Time" and "America's Funniest Home Videos" lead the night among adults 18-49.

[04/25/16 - 08:27 AM]
Warriors-Rockets Game 4 on ABC Matches Highest Overnight Rating for First Round NBA Playoffs Game in 12 Years (Any Network)
ESPN spins the numbers for Sunday, April 24.

[04/25/16 - 08:07 AM]
CBS Announces the Reality Stars Playing on "The Price Is Right" Primetime Specials, May 23-25
Jeff Probst, Julie Chen and Phil Keoghan will also make appearances during their respective themed episodes.

[04/25/16 - 08:01 AM]
"Better Call Saul" Ends Second Season Solidified as One of Television's Most Acclaimed and Highly Rated Dramas
AMC spins the numbers for the season to date.

[04/25/16 - 07:20 AM]
Showtime(R) Samples the Season Three Premiere of "Penny Dreadful" Early Across Multiple Platforms
Consumers who do not subscribe to Showtime are now able to sample the TV-14 rated version of the premiere for free on YouTube, Facebook and SHO.com.

[04/25/16 - 04:02 AM]
New Reelz Original Series "National Enquirer Investigates" Premieres Saturday, May 28 at 9pm ET/PT
The series will make viewers question everything they thought they knew about the most sensational crimes and celebrity scandals in Hollywood history.

[04/24/16 - 12:12 PM]
Video: All-New Season of "Top Gear" Premieres in May on BBC America
Check out the latest teaser trailer for the new season, featuring host Matt LeBlanc.

[04/24/16 - 09:19 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: NHL Playoffs Top Demo Race for NBC
Coverage of St. Louis at Chicago leads the night among adults 18-49.

[04/24/16 - 08:34 AM]
"SNL" Tribute to Prince Ranks #1 for the Night in the Metered Markets; Stanley Cup Hockey Wins Primetime in 18-49
NBC spins the numbers for Saturday, April 23.

[04/23/16 - 10:30 AM]
Meet Pearl Mackie - The Doctor's New Companion
Pearl was exclusively revealed to audiences on BBC One during half time the FA Cup semi-final on Saturday.

[04/23/16 - 08:49 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC Leads Modest Demo Race with "20/20"
The Alphabet's Prince-themed installment tops the night among adults 18-49.

[04/23/16 - 08:43 AM]
ABC Wins Friday with the Top 2 Shows - "20/20" Delivers a 10-Week High
ABC spins the numbers for Friday, April 22.

[04/23/16 - 08:27 AM]
"Grimm" Matches a Five-Week High, "Caught on Camera" Equals a Nine-Week High
NBC spins the numbers for Friday, April 22.

[04/22/16 - 11:12 PM]
Development Update: Friday, April 22
Updates include: NBC to open season six of "Grimm" with 13 episodes; ABC's "Quantico" moves production from Montreal to New York City; and Celia Imrie cast in FX's "Better Things."

[04/22/16 - 05:09 PM]
NBC to Air Prince Retrospective During Tomorrow Night's "Saturday Night Live"
"Goodnight Sweet Prince" will air in place of the previously scheduled repeat.

[04/22/16 - 03:43 PM]
FOX to Encore Prince Episode of "New Girl" This Tuesday
The 2014 installment will air in addition to the pair of previously announced originals on April 26.

[04/22/16 - 11:15 AM]
AMC's New Original Non-Fiction Series, "Ride with Norman Reedus," Set to Premiere on June 12 at 10PM ET/PT
This Sunday, April 24, viewers can check out a brand new series teaser during "Fear the Walking Dead."

[04/22/16 - 10:52 AM]
TV Personality Sherri Shepherd Joins Season Two of WE tv's "Match Made in Heaven" Premiering Thursday, May 19 at 10 PM ET/PT
Stevie Baggs, an African-American businessman, motivational speaker, and former NFL/CFL football linebacker, is in search of "the one" in a group of 18 beautiful bachelorettes.

[04/22/16 - 10:41 AM]
Hallmark's Channel's Original Primetime Series, "Good Witch," Kicks Off to a Great Start in Sophmore Season
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for the week of April 11-17.

[04/22/16 - 10:16 AM]
Dateline NBC Airs "Prince: Life & Death of an Icon" Hour-Long Special Tonight at 10P/9C
The special will review the last days of Prince and look at other music legends that have died recently.

[04/22/16 - 10:14 AM]
CBS's Thursday Lineup Soars 31% in Adults 18-49 and 20% in Viewers
CBS spins the numbers for Thursday, April 21.

[04/22/16 - 10:00 AM]
Disney Channel to Host a "High School Musical 4" In-Person Open Call Audition at the Anaheim Convention Center on Sunday, May 15
Video auditions will be accepted through Monday, May 2, via the Disney Applause App, available on both iOS and Android.

[04/22/16 - 08:43 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Claims Top Spot with "Big Bang Theory" Return
The Eye's lineup posts across the board gains among adults 18-49 from last week.

[04/22/16 - 08:38 AM]
Comedy Central to Film Pete Davidson's First One-Hour Stand-Up Special "Pete Davidson: SMD" on April 30, to Premiere Fall 2016 on Comedy Central
At 21, Davidson is the youngest member of the current "Saturday Night Live" cast, as well as the first cast member to be born in the 1990's.

[04/22/16 - 08:32 AM]
"The Blacklist" Captures Its Most-Watched Episode Since January 28
NBC spins the numbers for Thursday, April 21.

[04/22/16 - 08:30 AM]
ABC Is Once Again Poised to Win Thursday in Live + 3 Day Adults 18-49
ABC spins the numbers for Thursday, April 21.

[04/22/16 - 07:24 AM]
"Okja," A Netflix Original Film Starring Tilda Swinton, Jake Gyllenhaal and Paul Dano from Visionary Director Bong Joon Ho, Starts Principal Photography Today
The film follows Mija, a young girl who must risk everything to prevent a powerful, multi-national company from kidnapping her best friend - a massive animal named Okja.

[04/22/16 - 05:26 AM]
USA Network's & Universal Cable Productions' "Mr. Robot" Wins Prestigious Peabody Award
Praised for its culturally resonant storylines, the series was recognized as part of the entertainment group for its outstanding achievement in television.

[04/21/16 - 11:19 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, April 21
Updates include: David S. Goyer's "Krypton" nearing pilot order at Syfy; OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network gives early renewal to "Greenleaf"; and "Nashville" showrunners assemble writers' room for a potential fifth season.

[04/21/16 - 05:11 PM]
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Remembers Prince with Special Re-Airing of Iconic 1996 Interview from "The Oprah Winfrey Show" Saturday, April 23 at 8 P.M. ET/PT
In what was the first interview following his iconic name change, Oprah chats with the artist about his musical genius, lifestyle, soul mate and future in music.

[04/21/16 - 03:32 PM]
TV One's "News One Now" Goes Live Tonight with Primetime Special Dedicated to Legendary Musician Prince
Media personalities and celebrity guests will join host and managing editor Roland S. Martin to celebrate and pay tribute to the singer/songwriter's life and his contributions to music worldwide.

[04/21/16 - 03:10 PM]
BET Networks Truly Adores Late Legendary Artist Prince with 48 Hour Music Marathon across Four Channels
"The news of Prince's passing weighs heavily on our hearts. He was a musical prodigy, a beautiful spirit and fashion provocateur who influenced American culture," said Debra Lee, Chairman and CEO, BET Networks.

[04/21/16 - 02:48 PM]
"Prince: Death of a Legend" Airing on "20/20," Friday, April 22 on ABC
The hour will be anchored by Elizabeth Vargas and will feature reporting from Vargas, Dan Harris from Prince's home in Minneapolis, Chris Connelly in Los Angeles, and Deborah Roberts in New York.

[04/21/16 - 02:45 PM]
"MTV Video Music Awards" to Air Live from New York's Famed Madison Square Garden for the First Time in its History
"The VMAs at MSG is a New York story too good to resist," said Sean Atkins, President of MTV.

[04/21/16 - 02:26 PM]
AXS TV Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Music Icon Prince with a Special Programming Lineup on Saturday, April 23
With his inimitable style and fearless blending of rock, R&B, soul, funk, hip-hop, disco, pop and more, Prince cemented his position as one of music's most innovative figures.

[04/21/16 - 02:10 PM]
VH1 to Honor the Late Prince Beginning Thursday, April 21st
Beginning today at 5:30 PM ET, Prince's iconic movie, "Purple Rain," will kick of a weekend long marathon.







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