TV One's THE RICKEY SMILEY SHOW to Premiere 9/18August 2, 2012THE RICKEY SMILEY SHOW, scheduled to premiere on September, 18, 2012 on TV One, will offer an all-star cast which, in addition to the hilarious comedian and popular radio host, includes Ray J, J. Anthony Brown, Lil JJ, Roz Ryan, Noree Victoria and Demetria McKinney.
Faith Evans to Be Featured on TV One's R&B DIVAS, Premiering 8/20August 2, 2012Beginning Monday, August 20 at 10 PM ET, TV One introduces R&B DIVAS (formerly 'Ladies of R&B'), a reality series that tells the current, real-life story of five multi-talented, beautiful R&B stars - Faith Evans, Nicci Gilbert, Monifah Carter, Syleena Johnson and Keke Wyatt.
Dianna Agron to Mentor on THE GLEE PROJECT, 8/7August 2, 2012Oxygen's THE GLEE PROJECT adds series regular, Dianna Agron, to the list of guest mentors on the critically acclaimed series. Agron (Quinn Fabray) introduces the newly created theme of "Actability" on August 7.
THE GLEE PROJECT Eliminates 8th ContenderAugust 2, 2012This week the remaining six competitors were paired up for "Romanticality" week where one of "Glee's" biggest breakout stars, Darren Criss (Blaine Anderson), returned as the guest mentor.
Margo Martindale Joins Cast of AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY FilmAugust 1, 2012As first reported on Deadline.com, Margo Martindale has joined the cast of the big screen adaptation of Tracy Letts' AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY. The actress joins previously announced cast members Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts, Abigail Breslin, Juliette Lewis and Chris Cooper.
BBC America to Co-Produce THE MUSKETEERSAugust 1, 2012BBC America today announced it is co-producing BBC One's THE MUSKETEERS, a new drama inspired by the classic novel by Alexandre Dumas and written by Adrian Hodges (My Week with Marilyn, Survivors, Primeval).
Disney Jr. to Launch 'Night Light' Parent-Targeted ProgrammingAugust 1, 2012Disney Junior, the brand behind three of cable TV's top five co-viewed series among parents and kids age 2-8, including the #1 series 'Doc McStuffins,' will launch a nightly block of parent-targeted, kid-friendly short-form programming to air interstitially on the 24-hour channel Disney Junior, beginning TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 .
Melanie Griffith to Guest Star on FOX's RAISING HOPEAugust 1, 2012According to The Hollywood Reporter, Melanie Griffith will appear in a major story arc on the upcoming third season of FOX's RAISING HOPE. The actress will portray Sabrina's (Shannon Woodward) mother on the show.
Josh Gad Joins Cast of THE INTERNSHIPAugust 1, 2012Hollywood.com reports that BOOK OF MORMON's Josh Gad will star in the upcoming film THE INTERNSHIP. The actor joins previously announced cast members Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson in the Shawn Levy-helmed film.
CENTRIC to Present THE 2012 GREAT DEBATE, 8/5August 1, 2012Renowned orators, community leaders and the DC African-American community gathered at the historic Lincoln Theatre located in Washington, DC in celebration of the freeing of slaves in Washington, DC with THE 2012 GREAT DEBATE, premiering August 5 at 10:00 A.M. EDT/ 7:00 A.M. PDT.
Tyson, Kardashian Set for E!'s BULLYING: CELEBS SPEAK OUT, 8/13August 1, 2012Featured in this one-hour episode, two young adults who are currently victims of bullying get special surprise visits from their favorite celebs who speak with them about staying strong and persevering. E! INVESTGIGATES - BULLYING: CELEBS SPEAK OUT premieres on August 13 at 8:00 PM, ET/PT on E!
Hallmark Channel to Present Trans-Siberian Orchestra's 2012 TourAugust 1, 2012Hallmark Channel and Trans-Siberian Orchestra [TSO] announced today that Hallmark Channel will serve as the exclusive presenter of TSO's 2012 tour, 'The Lost Christmas Eve', a rock opera based on the group's multi-platinum-selling 2004 album of the same name.
The Hub to Present 'Dog Days of Summer' Programming Event, Beg. 8/20August 1, 2012The Hub TV Network, a destination for kids and their families, gives every dog their chance for a moment in the spotlight during the network's annual 'Dog Days of Summer' programming event, August 20-25, featuring a week of canine-themed movies and culminating in a marathon of the popular animated series 'Pound Puppies' (Saturday, August 25, 9-11 a.m. ET), produced by Hasbro Studios.
Oprah Winfrey to Interview Author Michael Singer on OWN, 8/5August 1, 2012'Oprah and Michael Singer: The Untethered Soul' will premiere on the Emmy(R) Award-winning 'Super Soul Sunday' August 5 at 11 a.m. ET/PT on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network and will simulcast online worldwide via Oprah.com and Facebook.com/OWNtv.
Producer Chuck Lorre Signs Simon & Schuster Book DealAugust 1, 2012Blockbuster comedy writer/producer Chuck Lorre is expanding into publishing, signing a deal with Simon & Schuster for the release of What Doesn't Kill Us, Makes Us Bitter, the first-ever print collection of Lorre's irreverent and often controversial end-of-show vanity cards.
NBC Climbs to a Post-Opening Ceremony HighAugust 1, 2012NBC (37.49 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 12.2, #1) climbed to a post-Opening Ceremony high on Tuesday with its coverage of the '2012 Summer Olympics'