SAG-AFTRA Announces Washington-Mid Atlantic Election ResultsAugust 12, 2013 On August 12, 2013, the ballot tabulation of the Washington – Mid Atlantic Local election was conducted. Please note that some candidates ran unopposed and were declared elected without the necessity of a membership vote. Following are the results of the election. Those positions that required a balloted election are listed with an asterisk*. For complete balloted election results, click here.
Health Briefs TV Unveils Air Dates for Albany, NYAugust 12, 2013The producers of Health Briefs TV have announced air dates for Albany, New York. It is the center for healthcare and higher education in the region. The city has been rather immune to the economic woes the rest of the nation has suffered due to it strength in these two industries and also to the growing population of baby boomers residing in it. The compelling program which covers many in-depth topics will air on WRNN-TV 'New York's Regional News Network' throughout the winter.
The Weinstein Company to Develop THE HOUR OF PERIL MiniseriesAugust 12, 2013According to Variety, TWC has landed the TV rights to the piece, which follows the detective Allan Pinkerton working to prevent the assassination of President-Elect Abraham Lincoln Pre-Civil War, the help of America's first female private eye, Kate Warne. A miniseries format is being planned.
Racial Discrimination Suit Against Paula Deen DismissedAugust 12, 2013A federal judge in George threw out the suit today, stating that the plaintiff, Lisa Jackson, had no grounds to sue both Deen and her brother, Bubba Hiers, according to People. Jackson also filed a sexual harrassment suit against the beleagured culinary figure - it was not struck down.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek - This Week's All New AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL: GUYS AND GIRLSAugust 12, 2013On this week's all new episode of AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL: GUYS AND GIRLS on The CW, titled 'The Guy who Gets a Weave,' the models get a lesson in chemistry as they pose alongside sexy supermodels Alessandra Ambrossio and Rob Evans in a risqué photo shoot. The contestants get make-overs, where, surprisingly, a few of the men have meltdowns over their new looks (#2004).
ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN 100th Episode to Air 8/17August 12, 2013Investigation Discovery's signature long-form journalism franchise, ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN, airs its centennial episode on Sunday, August 18 at 10/9C, making it the first ID program to achieve this benchmark.
Fox Sports 1 Enlists Ronde Barber, Scott Fujita, Randy Moss & Brian UrlacherAugust 12, 2013FOX Sports today unveiled a star-studded lineup headlining FOX FOOTBALL DAILY, the new, year-round weekday football show and FOX NFL KICKOFF, a one-hour Sunday morning pregame program, both carried by FOX Sports 1, America's new sports network launching this Saturday. The announcement was made by FOX Sports Executive Producer John Entz and Bill Richards, the executive producer of both shows.
TNT's 2013 PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Coverage is Highest-Rated Since 2010August 12, 2013TNT's live complete-round presentation of the 2013 PGA Championship from the Oak Hill Country Club East Course in Pittsford, N.Y., averaged a 1.2 U.S. HH rating and 1.6 million total viewers to register its highest-rated and most-viewed coverage of the event since 2010. This year's PGA Championship averaged 1.6 million total viewers, an increase of 54% compared with last year's average of 1,038,000 viewers. The corresponding 1.2 U.S. HH rating is up 50% over last year's 0.8 average rating across the four days of coverage.
FAMILY GAME NIGHT to Return to The Hub on 8/17August 12, 2013The HUB Network, a destination for kids and their families, premieres the fourth season of its top-rated, family game show 'Family Game Night,' Sunday, August 18, 7- 8 p.m. ET. Hosted by Daytime Emmy(R) Award-winner Todd Newton, the series returns with four all-new, larger-than-life versions of classic games, including JENGA, MONOPOLY Remix, BARREL OF MONKEYS and a new way to play YAHTZEE. During the action-packed hour of competition, families of varying sizes are picked from the audience to compete for a chance to win cash and prizes, including a brand-new car. The series is produced by Hasbro Studios and Zoo Productions.
FOX Sports 1 to Launch 8/17 with Six Hours of UFC ProgrammingAugust 12, 2013America's new sports network, FOX Sports 1, launches on Saturday, Aug. 17 with an unprecedented six hours of Ultimate Fighting Championship(R) (UFC(R)) programming including the UFC FIGHT NIGHT: SHOGUN VS. SONNEN live in prime time from TD Garden in Boston, MA. The headline bout features former UFC champion and Brazilian superstar Shogun Rua (21-7) against three-time world title challenger Chael Sonnen (28-13-1) in an epic light heavyweight showdown.
AMC's BREAKING BAD Returns with 5.9 Million ViewersAugust 12, 2013AMC's Breaking Bad returned last night with the first of its eight final episodes, delivering 5.9 million viewers, the most in series history and up 102% over the show's season five premiere last summer. From 9pm – 10pm, the network earned a 4.2 HH rating delivering 3.3 million adults 25-54 and 3.6 million adults 18-49. Immediately following Breaking Bad, AMC premiered its newest dramatic series, Low Winter Sun, which got off to a strong start, attracting 2.5 million viewers. To close AMC's first ever three-premiere night, the Breaking Bad after-show, Talking Bad – hosted by Chris Hardwick and featuring discussion and analysis of this iconic television series – debuted with 1.2 million viewers.
E! to Air POP INNOVATORS PRESENTS: STEVE JOBS, 8/15August 12, 2013“Pop Innovators Presents: Steve Jobs” is the latest incarnation of E!'s new original series “Pop Innovators,” which features the stories behind some of the most influential names in pop culture as told in their own words and in the words of those close to them. Offering unparalleled access, the series underscores E!'s position as the pulse of pop culture and the network continues to deliver the most integrated pop culture experience among any entertainment network with 87MM fans across its platforms every month (on-air, online, and mobile). On the eve of the highly-anticipated film premiere of “Jobs,”, E! presents “Pop Innovators Presents: Steve Jobs” taking an in-depth look at the life, work, and impact of Steve Jobs. “Pop Innovators Presents: Steve Jobs” premieres on Thursday, August 15th at 10pm ET/PT.
STAGE TUBE: Look Back at 2013 D2GB Children's Performing Arts CampAugust 12, 2013Dare to Go Beyond (D2GB) Children's Performing Arts Camp, an initiative of R.Evolucion Latina, successfully ended its run on Friday August 2nd. More than 200 kids, ages 7-17, gathered at the headquarters of Pearl Studio to share their experiences, learn to dance, sing and narrate their stories in creative ways and with a fascinating focus: Cultural Exchange. During the five-day camp participants took classes with some of the most experienced actors, dancers, and choreographers working on Broadway today. Check out a look back below!
NBC's DATELINE Takes Timeslot in Adults 18-49August 11, 2013Pending updates, 'Dateline NBC' is #1 in its 9-11 p.m. ET slot among ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox in adults 18-49, adults 25-54, total viewers and other key measures. Subject to adjustment in official nationals, 'Dateline NBC' is currently averaging a 1.6/5 in 18-49 and 6.3 million viewers overall. Note that while 'Dateline' is currently reporting a summer high in 18-49, these ratings, along with all other Big 4 results last night, are likely to be adjusted downward in official nationals due to local preemptions for NFL Preseason Football.
TNT's Third Round 2013 PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Coverage Up 78 Percent from 2012August 11, 2013 TNT's exclusive live third round coverage of the 2013 PGA Championship from the Oak Hill Country Club East Course in Rochester, N.Y., averaged a 1.6 rating, up 78% compared with a 0.9 rating in 2012. The 1.6 rating, based on Nielsen metered markets, is the network's highest rating for the Championships' third round since 2010 (1.7 rating).
CBS Sports' 2013 PGA Coverage Up 30 Percent on SaturdayAugust 11, 2013 CBS Sports' third-round coverage of the 2013 PGA Championship on Saturday, Aug. 10 earned an overnight household rating/share in the metered markets of 3.0/8, up +30% from last year's coverage which earned a 2.3/5; and up +15% compared to a 2.6/6 in 2011.