Dina Manzo

New Soap Opera Series TAINTED DREAMS to Premiere on Amazon Prime 12/26
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2016

TAINTED DREAMS, the Emmy nominated web-series about the 'behind the scenes' drama of the fictitious soap Painted Dreams is slated to start streaming on Amazon on December 26, 2016.

New Soap Opera Series TAINTED DREAMS to Premiere on Amazon Prime 12/26
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 20, 2016

TAINTED DREAMS, the Emmy nominated web-series about the 'behind the scenes' drama of the fictitious soap Painted Dreams is slated to start streaming on Amazon on December 26, 2016.

Dina Manzo Reveals She Will NOT Return for Next Season of REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NJ
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 23, 2014

After making her return to the current season of Bravo's REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW JERSEY, housewife Dina Manzo reveals on Twitter that she has had her fill of drama and has no desire to return next year.

Photo Flash: Dina Manzo Returns to REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NJ; Meet the New Cast!
by TV News Desk - Jul 13, 2014

Bravo Media's watercooler hit, 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey' returns with a super-sized premiere tonight, July 13 from 8-9:15p.m. ET/PT as Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga are joined by new 'Housewives' Amber Marchese, identical twin sisters Teresa Aprea and Nicole Mauriello, and the return of fan-favorite Dina Manzo. Also appearing throughout the season are sisters Kathy Wakile and Rosie Pierri.

VIDEO: First Look - Bravo's Big Top 'Summer by Bravo' Campaign
by - May 21, 2014

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, join Bravo Media for the launch of the fifth-annual "Summer by Bravo," a multi-platform promotional campaign celebrating the network's upcoming original programming.

VIDEO: First Look - New Season of REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NJ, Premiering in July
by Caryn Robbins - May 14, 2014

Bravo Media's watercooler hit, “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” returns with a super-sized premiere on Sunday, July 13 from 8-9:15p.m. ET/PT. Get a first look below!

TAINTED DREAMS Scores Two Independent Series Award Nominations
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 31, 2014

NYC Brand Production's first scripted series, Tainted Dreams garners two Independent Series Award nominations for: 'Best Ensemble Cast' and 'Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama' for Alicia Minshew best known for her role as 'Erica Kane's' daughter, 'Kendall Hart' on All My Children. Tainted Dreams' ensemble cast boasts eight of Off-Broadway's funniest folks. Stars of the Off-Broadway comedy hits, 'My Big Gay Italian Wedding,' now celebrating its 10thAnniversary Off-Broadway, and its sequel 'My Big Gay Italian Funeral' including Anthony Wilkinson (creator and executive producer of 'Wedding' and 'Funeral', Debra Toscano, Paul Moon, Brian Patrick Murphy, Brett Douglas, Erik Ransom, Meagan Robar and Marissa Perry, all moonlight as part of the Independent Series Award-nominated 'Best Ensemble Cast' from Tainted Dreams.

Kim Pirrella Returns in My Big Gay Italian Wedding and My Big Gay Italian Funeral
by Robert Diamond - Jan 13, 2014

Kim Pirrella returns in the supporting lead role of "LUCIA" in "MY BIG GAY ITALIAN WEDDING" and "MY BIG GAY ITALIAN FUNERAL" at St. Luke's Theatre January 25th & 26th, February 15th & 16th

Caroline Manzo to Exit Bravo's REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NJ?
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 27, 2013

TVGuide reports that Caroline Manzo will be exiting the long-running Bravo reality series REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW JERSEY to focus on her own show to be titled 'Manzo'd With Children.'

REAL HOUSEWIFE Kim Pirrella to Join MY BIG GAY ITALIAN WEDDING, FUNERAL, 10/12-13
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 12, 2013

Kim Pirrella most commonly known as the matriarch of the Marco sisters on the Real Housewives of New Jersey will step into the role of Jersey girl lipstick lesbian diva 'Lucia Fuccio' in both 'My Big Gay Italian Wedding' and 'My Big Gay Italian Funeral' on October 12th and 13th. The role was originated by and is still currently played by Liz Gericitano who is stepping out for her real life wedding.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Molly Ringwald to Be Featured on OPRAH: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 28, 2013

This Sunday on OWN, Molly Ringwald will be featured on the season finale of “OPRAH: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?” Fans will have the chance to catch up with the 80's teen queen as she sits down to discuss her new career in jazz music. Get a sneak peek below!

'Real Housewives' Star Dina Manzo Begins Filming TAINTED DREAMS
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 8, 2013

“Real Housewives of New Jersey,” star Dina Manzo will film her first scenes August 8 as a member of the cast of NYC Brand Production's first, scripted dramedy, 'Tainted Dreams.”

Colleen Zenk to Lead TAINTED DREAMS Dramedy, Hudson Theatre's LOOPED
by Tyler Peterson - May 29, 2013

The inimitable former As the World Turns leading lady Colleen Zenk has landed two exciting new roles: "Sofia DiGiacomo" in NYC Brand Productions' Tainted Dreams, a scripted dramedy about behind-the-scenes of producing a daily soap opera and "Tallulah Bankhead," the flamboyant stage and screen icon, in the play Looped.

REAL HOUSEWIVES Star Dina Manzo to Lead New Docu Reality Series
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 12, 2013

Looks like reality TV fans have not seen the last of former REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW JERSEY star Dina Manzo. According to Deadline.com, Manzo has signed on to star in a new docu-reality series which will be produced by Today show weatherman Al Roker and his Al Roker Entertainment company.

REAL HOUSEWIVES Star Dina Manzo Announces Divorce
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 4, 2013

Former REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW JERSEY star Dina Manzo has announced on Twitter that she is splitting from her husband of seven years, Tommy Manzo.

HGTV Announces Third Quarter Programming Line-Up
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 28, 2012

HGTV's summer programming continues with six all-new series and 13 specials premiering throughout July, August and September. The network has fresh offerings for every fan of the home, including those who enjoy peeking inside other people's houses, travel enthusiasts and reality competition addicts. Highly anticipated new series include Buying and Selling, hosted by the Property Brothers, Drew and Jonathan Scott, and Living Abroad, where host Chi-Lan Lieu visits Americans adapting to their new lives outside the United States. New specials include the HGTV Green Home Giveaway 2012 and HGTV Urban Oasis Tour 2012.

HGTV's David Bromstad Hosts THE WHITE ROOM CHALLENGE, Premiering Today
by TV News Desk - Apr 24, 2012

Hosted by HGTV Design Star champion and Color Splash star David Bromstad, THE WHITE ROOM CHALLENGE will feature such show stopping creative designs as wallpaper made from lollipops and pixie sticks and upholstery made of flower petals.

HGTV's David Bromstad to Host THE WHITE ROOM CHALLENGE Premiering 4/24
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 22, 2012

Hosted by HGTV Design Star champion and Color Splash star David Bromstad, THE WHITE ROOM CHALLENGE will feature such show stopping creative designs as wallpaper made from lollipops and pixie sticks and upholstery made of flower petals.

HGTV Announces 7 New Original Programs for 2012
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 20, 2012

In advance of its first Upfront presentation in Boston, HGTV announced that it has added seven new original series to its 2012 programming lineup, including Mom Caves featuring Beth Stern, aka Mrs. Howard Stern, and Design Star All Stars which pits former HGTV Design Star runners-up against each other for a chance to win $25,000 and a guest appearance on an HGTV show.

HGTV Announces Holiday Programming Lineup
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 2, 2011

A dazzling holiday programming lineup, including nine new specials and five special episodes of popular series, awaits HGTV viewers beginning on Thanksgiving Day.