PBS to Present JOHNNY CARSON: KING OF LATE NIGHT Documentary, 5/14April 25, 2012Two-time Emmy®-winning filmmaker Peter Jones explores his life, career, complexities, and contradictions in the two-hour documentary American Masters JOHNNY CARSON: KING OF LATE NIGHT premiering nationally Monday, May 14, 2012 at 9 pm (ET) on PBS (check local listings). 2012 marks the 50th anniversary of Carson taking over The Tonight Show from Jack Paar and the 20th anniversary of his retirement.
NBC's NFL TURNING POINT Renewed Through 2014April 25, 2012Emmy Award-nominated NFL Turning Point, the NBC Sports Network's program that utilizes NFL Films' unprecedented access to examine the turning point of high-profile NFL games every week, has been renewed for the 2012, 2013 and 2014 seasons with more episodes added to allow the program to air throughout the NFL playoffs, NFL Films and the NBC Sports Group announced today.
Jim Henson Co. to Celebrate 30th Anniversary of FRAGGLE ROCKApril 25, 2012In recognition of the upcoming 2013 30th Anniversary of The Jim Henson Company's perennially favorite children's television series FRAGGLE ROCK™ the Company has announced plans for the following celebrations, events and new product availability for fans of all ages.
Sneak Peek - Megan Hilty Sings 'I'm Goin' Down' on SMASHApril 25, 2012On Monday night's episode of NBC's musical drama SMASH entitled 'Tech', as Rebecca Duvall (Uma Thurman) gets ready to take center stage when Bombshell goes on the road to Boston, it looks like Ivy may lose Derek once and for all as the production's director looks to continue his track record of bedding his leading ladies. Ivy is overcome with jealous as she sings Rose Royce's 'I'm Goin' Down'. To get a first look at the performance, click here!
2012 MTV MOVIE AWARDS Nomination Categories RevealedApril 25, 2012MTV today announced the 12 nomination categories for the 2012 MTV MOVIE AWARDS which contains five all-new awards including 'Best Music,' 'Best On-Screen Transformation,' 'Best Gut-Wrenching Performance,' 'Best Cast,' 'Best On-Screen Dirt Bag,' as well as 'Best Breakthrough Performance' that will be awarded solely by a special Academy of outstanding directors.
THE VOICE Reveals Semifinal Round Contestants April 25, 2012On last night's Elimination Show for NBC's THE VOICE, the following artists were eliminated in the Quarterfinal round of competition: Team Adam - Mathai @mathaimusic, Team CeeLo - Cheesa @CheesyFbaby.
Diane Kruger, Alexander Payne Among Jury Members of 65th Cannes Film FestivalApril 25, 2012Diane Kruger and Alexander Payne will be among the Jury of the Competition at the 65th Cannes Film Festival. The jury will have to decide between the 22 films in Competition in order to select the winners, to be announced on stage during the Closing Ceremony on May 27th, culminating in the announcement of the Palme d'or.
FOX Claims Top Spot in Tuesday Night Ratings RaceApril 25, 2012FOX (5.54 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 2.4, #1) claimed the top spot in a tight race on Tuesday thanks to new episodes of 'Glee' (6.85 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 2.7, #2) and 'New Girl' (5.20 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 2.6, #3) followed by a repeat of 'New Girl'
'Modern Family's Ty Burrell, Julie Bowen to Host 2012 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDSApril 25, 2012Emmy Award Winners Julie Bowen and Ty Burrell, also known as Claire and Phil Dunphy on the ABC comedy 'Modern Family,' have been announced as hosts of THE 2012 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS, which airs live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on SUNDAY, MAY 20 (8:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.
Lifetime Announces "Unscripted Development Pipeline"April 25, 2012Lifetime and the NYTVF (www.nytvf.com) today announced the launch of a partnered initiative providing indie producers and production companies with the opportunity to develop unscripted programming with the cable powerhouse. Submitting producers should focus on concepts and characters that revolve around big, unique personalities and worlds that bring a fresh perspective to the television landscape.
David Morrissey to Star in Encore's THORNE, Premiering 6/12April 25, 2012Encore kicks off the summer with the captivating two-part crime drama THORNE, premiering on Tuesday, June 12 and Wednesday, July 13 at 9PM ET/PT David Morrissey, Aiden Gillen, Sandra Oh, Natascha McElhone and Eddie Marsan star in the project.
Bravo Unveils "Fill a Jet Sweepstakes" Facebook AppApril 25, 2012Beginning today, Bravo Media launches the 'Fill A Jet Sweepstakes,' a new Facebook app where fans can win round trip tickets to one of the destinations featured on the network's most ambitious new culinary series, 'Around the World in 80 Plates.'
Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber to Appear as Aliens in MEN IN BLACK IIIApril 25, 2012Digitalspy.com reports that Lady GaGa and Justin Bieber will appear as aliens in the highly-anticipated upcoming sequel MEN IN BLACK III. The film's director Barry Sonnenfeld confirmed the news in a recent interview, suggesting that they will appear on an 'alien surveillance board.'
Retailers Purchase Four New Designs From NBC's FASHION STARApril 25, 2012Last night on NBC's FASHION STAR, the remaining designers were paired off with celebrity mentors Jessica Simpson, Nicole Richie and John Varvatos who then chose what each of them would construct for the week. Four designers were successful in creating garments that America's top three retailers: Macy's, H&M and Saks Fifth Avenue were interested in purchasing.
GIRLFRIEND CONFIDENTIAL Among New Series Greenlighted by OxygenApril 25, 2012Oxygen today announced a 50 percent increase in original programming with five new series joining the 2012 schedule, including: "Girlfriend Confidential," a new programming franchise which will have New York and Los Angeles editions, "All the Right Moves," "My Shopping Addiction" and "I'm Having Their Baby."