Kevin Reilly Named President of TBS & TNTNovember 4, 2014Kevin Reilly will join Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. as president of TBS and TNT and chief creative officer for Turner Entertainment, it was announced today by David Levy, president of Turner Broadcasting. Reilly, who most recently served as chairman of entertainment for Fox Broadcasting Company (FOX), will be responsible for overseeing and leading the TNT and TBS networks and brands, including all content development; business affairs and production; marketing, brand and creative services; digital platforms; and program scheduling, planning and content-monetization strategies.
ABC & JCPenney Partner for CMA AWARDS BACKSTAGENovember 4, 2014For the first time, fans can use the WATCH ABC app for desktop and mobile devices to gain unprecedented access to Country Music's Biggest Night. The “CMA Awards Backstage” on the WATCH ABC app will feature feeds from exclusive live cameras strategically positioned throughout the event venue, including the red carpet, the audience and backstage. WATCH ABC can be accessed from ABC.com or via the WATCH ABC app, which is free on select Android and iOS devices via Google Play and the App Store.
Disney & Google Play Announce New PartnershipNovember 4, 2014The Walt Disney Studios and Google Play today announced a partnership enabling millions of U.S. Android users to enjoy their Disney, Pixar and Marvel digital movie collection across their devices through Disney Movies Anywhere.
Lady Antebellum Set for CMT's INSIDE FAME this WeekNovember 4, 2014CMT's hit biography series INSIDE FAME is back with an all-new installment, featuring a profile of award-winning group Lady Antebellum, premiering Saturday, November 8 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The one-hour special episode tells the story of the trio comprised of Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood. INSIDE FAME follows the group through the ups and downs and hard work of worldwide tours, five hit-filled albums and the challenge to push themselves out of their comfort zone as they continually challenge their approach to songwriting and recording.
The CW Sets Winter Return Date for HART OF DIXIENovember 4, 2014The CW announced today that the new season of HART OF DIXIE will return with 10 episodes beginning Friday, January 9 (9:00-10:00pm ET). Rachel Bilson leads a stellar ensemble cast in this fish-out-of-water comedic drama about small-town living, big city attitudes and complicated love triangles set in quirky BlueBell, Alabama.
mun2 to Become NBC UNIVERSONovember 4, 2014 NBCUniversal's Hispanic cable network mun2, which this year has launched a collection of new, exciting sports and entertainment options for Latinos, announced today the next major step in its evolution, as mun2 will rebrand to become NBC UNIVERSO on Sun., Feb. 1, 2015, the day it becomes the home of the exclusive Spanish-language telecast of Super Bowl XLIX in the U.S.
Sony Considering Michael Fassbender for Steve Jobs BiopicNovember 4, 2014As reported yesterday, Christian Bale has officially exited Sony Pictures' upcoming Steve Jobs biopic. Today, Deadline has confirmed the director Danny Boyle is strongly considering Michael Fassbender for the role.
STAGE TUBE: KINKY BOOTS' Joe Coots Sits Down with Eden LaneNovember 4, 2014Joe Coots of the KINKY BOOTS national tour recently sat down with Eden Lane. Coots plays a long time factory worker at Price and Son, and in the interview, talks about how special this show is. He even issues a challenge to Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning. Check it out below!
Katherine Heigl on Rude Rumors: 'I've Made Mistakes'November 3, 2014Katherin Heigl will soon return to television in NBC's new drama, STATE OF AFFAIRS - in anticipation of the show's premiere on Nov. 17, Heigl held a Facebook Q&A with fans, according to The Huffington Post, and opened up about some of the long-running rumors about her attitude.
Comedy Central & New York Comedy Festival's 5th Annual 'Comics to Watch' Showcase Set for 11/5November 3, 2014After concluding a nationwide search, this year's "Comics to Watch" features 11 comedians performing in the showcase reflecting an ever-expanding scope of the very best young talent on the comedy scene today. Comedy Central and The New York Comedy Festival have teamed up again for the fifth annual "Comics to Watch" showcase which is taking place at Carolines on Broadway on Wednesday, November 5 at 7:00 p.m. as part of the 2014 New York Comedy Festival.
Rosie O'Donnell Returning to ABC Family's THE FOSTERSNovember 3, 2014 Emmy Award-winning comedian, host, and actor Rosie O'Donnell will return to guest star in more episodes of ABC Family's hit drama series “The Fosters.” O'Donnell's character, Rita Henricks, a tough yet compassionate foster care group home caregiver, was introduced in the first season of the critically-acclaimed series. She will appear in two episodes to air in early 2015.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT RIVALRY Continues this Week on NBCSNNovember 3, 2014This week's NHL coverage on NBCSN features an Original Six matchup on Wednesday Night Rivalry, highlighted by two standout goaltenders, when Henrik Lundqvistand the New York Rangers host Jimmy Howard and the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET.