The Couch

Robert Buckley to grace Privileged

2009-01-06T12:30:00.000-08:00

Now that Michael Cassidy aka "Charlie" is out, the powers that be at Privileged are bringing in a more recognizable face. Robert Buckley of Lipstick Jungle fame.

Since budget cuts was the announced reason for Cassidy's departure, why would they then go with a higher paid actor? Hmm.

is The City good?

2009-01-05T14:56:00.000-08:00

I have NO desire to watch. Should I change that?

True Beauty

2009-01-05T14:55:00.000-08:00

True Beauty is a guilty pleasure. We heard the characters, you love to hate. The challenges: fun. Plus, it's following The Bachelor, which is just a good lineup in general.

Count us in.

look who's BAAAAAAACK

2009-01-05T14:38:00.000-08:00

and no, we don't just mean the Couch. Sorry for the long delay, the holidays kicked our asses.

here's some great GG scoop, though.

According to inside sources, Georgina's coming back. Yes, THE Michelle Trachtenberg. We cannot wait. This season has been top notch, and her return will bring it to a whole other level. Maybe she'll bring Rufus and Lily's love child with her. hmmmm.

LOST: Aaron & Kate

2008-12-03T11:57:00.001-08:00

Well, isn't this just something to whet your whistle?

Holy paternity tests, Batman!

The promo speaks for itself.

Human Wrecking Balls on G4

2008-11-16T13:09:00.000-08:00

Grab a TV Guide, find when it's on, tivo/watch it and let us know what you think. Personally, we think it's fascinating that two guys can demolish basically anything by simply using their bodies, but maybe it's not your cup of tea.

Plus, when they destroy a hotel room, they pay for it.

Is anyone watching Rock of Love: Charm School?

2008-11-16T13:08:00.000-08:00

Thank goodness Megan is gone. The girl's a great "player", but she's not learning anything and had to go. Three strikes and you're out.

Plus, with all that tanning, she's not going to have her looks to rely on for much longer, now is she?

"now i can get back to tanning, sushi, and tanning".

we are happy to announce!

2008-11-16T13:07:00.000-08:00

That the CW has officially ordered more episodes of the little gem, Priveleged!

Seriously, folks, if you haven't caught onto this show yet, catch up on youtube, cw.com, or even itunes. It's like a mini Gilmore Girls, minus Amy-Sherman Palladino.

Hasselback can't shut her mouth

2008-11-04T11:40:00.000-08:00

She's becoming too defensive. Seriously.

King of the Hill might go to ABC

2008-11-04T11:38:00.000-08:00

As a companion to the new Mike Judge cartoon "The Goode Family", ABC might make it two for two by picking up another rival's soon-to-end series. Apparently, execs are interested in grabbing King of the Hill, as it's about to complete its run on Fox next year.

Isn't this show a little too long in the tooth for that?

Scratch that: Grey's reworking storylines

2008-11-04T11:35:00.000-08:00

Well, Dr. Hahn is fired. Brooke Smith is off the show in a surprising move.

Now, we hear word that Melissa George, originally bisexual....is now straight.

She flirts with Callie and then nothing happens.

How strange is that?

And why the sudden change of heart?

Granted, Dr. Hahn getting womanly advice from Dr. McSteamy was a bit gross. However, this is a bit odd. And sudden. Don't you think?

Pushing Daisies might be cancelled

2008-10-31T15:55:00.000-07:00

A bit of sad news.

Pushing Daisies might be cancelled. Apparently, showrunners were told to make the 13th episode act as a series finale, just in case.

That's horrible news. Horrible.

Want to save it?
http://www.PetitionOnline.com/daisies/

CW adds more episodes of 3 series

2008-10-30T22:14:00.000-07:00

Good news everyone!

CW has added another episode of GG, to make that 25 this season. 90210 and One Tree Hill will also now be 24 episodes.

Now, we just need Priveleged to get some MUCH needed love (the show's a gem, guys. especially this week's episode). Cross your fingers and toes!

Halloween Marathon Alert

2008-10-29T18:51:00.000-07:00

Doesn't this time of year make you want to curl up and watch some good scary fun? Well here are some choices for October 31st:

AMC: Horror movies: Halloween, Halloween 4, Halloween 5, Jeepers Creepers, Constantine, Resident Evil, House on Haunted Hill

Biography: Biography (featuring horror movie stars), The Unexplained, More Haunted Houses, Ghosts: Caught on Tape, Ghostly Encounters

Bravo: Horror movies: Omen, Exorcist. Show: Scary Movie Moments

Cartoon Network: Goosebumps!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nick Toons: Are you afraid of the Dark? reruns (we're excited about this THE MOST!)

Cinemax: Horror movies: Darkman, Dead Silence, Event Horizon, The Return, Rosemary's Baby, The Hills Have Eyes II, Fear, I Am Legend, Jaws

Fox Reality: UFOs, Ghosts: Caught on Tape, The Search For The Next Elvira

Fuse: Horror movies: Feardotcom, Hellraiser, Body Snatchers

FX: Horror movies: Dracula 3: Legacy, Bats, I Still Know What You Did Last Summer, Cold Creek Manor, House of Wax, Halloween: H20, Ghost Ship

History: MonsterQuest, Exorcism, Haunted History of Halloween

TCM: Horror movies: Cat People, Freaks, The Devil Doll, Mark of the Vampire, The Devil Bat, White Zombie, The Body Snatcher, Bedlam, The Ghoul, The Haunted Palace, Die Monster Die!, The Shuttered Room

Travel: Most Terrifying Places in America, Halloween's Most Extreme, Haunted Town, World's Creepiest Destinations, America's Scariest Halloween Attractions, Most Terrifying Places in America, Ghost Adventures, Most Haunted

Spike: Horror movies: Omen I, II and III

Sci-Fi: Ghost Hunters

WE: Haunted, Extreme Ghost Stories, 666: Searching for Satan, Ghost Moms

WGN: Munsters

Vaughn's wife is bisexual

2008-10-22T11:55:00.000-07:00

Here's the first look of Melissa George as the homewrecker doctor on Grey's Anatomy.

She'll shake up Callie and whatsherface's relationship this season.

Hell's Kitchen is auditioning people in Las Vegas

2008-10-22T09:15:00.000-07:00

you can catch all the info by watching our girl, Karen, work FOX news.

http://www.fox5vegas.com/video/17772966/index.html

First Look: The City

2008-10-21T12:35:00.002-07:00

No, this is not Morgan Fairchild's soap spinoff, it's Whitney + a tan's.

Let's guess Olivia's age. REAL age.

46, anyone?

Showtime believes in Dexter

2008-10-21T11:18:00.000-07:00

Woo! Slice n Dice!

Dexter has been renewed for not just Season 4, but up to Season 5.

Showtime has that much faith in the show, they decided to give it the ultimate stamp of approval.

The question is, will Jimmy Smits be around to see Season 5 as well? Hell, even Season 4.

NeNe is our hero

2008-10-15T16:49:00.002-07:00

Can we talk about RHOA real fast?

I didn't think this franchise could get any better, but then Kim with her two layers of wigs and NeNe with her bracelets showed up. Holy canoli, Southern style.

One wife doesn't talk to any of her "help", Kim boozes it up during her daughter's birthday party, NeNe throws a hissy fit and profanity when her name's not on what's her face's list, divorces and pro athletes are everywhere, and somehow only ONE shot of Chickfila has been shown.

WTF?!

Soaps in the City Aids walk event tomorrow!

2008-10-15T16:49:00.001-07:00

From our good friend Dave Moretti:
Hello Everyone,

I just wanted to invite you all to an event I'm appearing at tomorrow night THURSDAY 10/16 at EAST WEST in West Hollywood at 6:30 PM... It's called SOAPS IN THE CITY, and will feature everyone listed below:

Kimberly McCullough, Christian LeBlanc, Heather Tom, James Scott, Daniel Goddard, Judith Chapman, Chad Allen, Carolyn Hennesy, Adam Grimes, Nadia Bjorlin, Kristoff St. John, John McCook, Lisa LoCicero, Megan Ward, Galen Gering, Shelley Hennig, Ilene Kristen, Rachel Melvin, Molly Burnett, Texas Battle, Jennifer Maclnnes, Martha Madison, Kate Linder, David Moretti, Sherri Lewis, Patrika Darbo, Ann Walker, and more of the hottest Daytime Drama Stars from Days, B&B, GH, GH Nightshift, and Y&R to come.

Tickets can be purchased for $25.00 and its a very worthwhile cause. Proceeds benefit AIDS WALK LA...

http://www.michaelfairmansoaps.com/SITC/

There will be red carpet arrivals, soap opera family feud, a silent auction, some chick from ONE LIFE TO LIFE giving a musical performance and just a good ole night of fun. Hope to see you there!

JERRI!

2008-10-15T10:15:00.000-07:00

Guess who's coming back to tV.....

yES, THAT'S RIGHT! Amy Sedaris! She has signed a development deal (and starring deal) with 20th Century Studios. The idea came to her about six years ago, even when she didn't plan on returning to TV, but her team (including many SWC alums) hope to sell it to cable.

Cut to us hyperventilating

I guess she didn't die

2008-10-15T10:13:00.001-07:00

Adrianna on 90210 is being upped to a series regular. That eerie ending scene from last week's show must result in her living. can't keep a good bitch down.

I have to admit, 90210 is growing on me. Jennie and Shannon weren't even on the episode, and I really enjoyed last week's. Plus, former Gilmore Girls producers are jumping on the series, which is a good sign.

Bird is the word

2008-10-06T17:01:00.001-07:00

genius

someone's lookin for a Palin lookalike

2008-10-01T13:08:00.001-07:00

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/adg/836109998.html

nbc picks up The Patridge Family

2008-10-01T12:24:00.000-07:00

and has officially made themselves the Remake Channel.

With the exception of the Office and Chuck, it's almost like originality doesn't exist over at the Peacock.

David Letterman rips Bush a new one

2008-10-01T12:23:00.000-07:00

which brings hilarious results :)

apparently we love the 70s

2008-09-25T16:55:00.001-07:00

a remake of the Partridge Family is being developed.

I just gagged and threw up a little of my tuna melt.

maybe it was just the tuna, but i doubt it.

so excited for ugly betty

2008-09-25T16:53:00.001-07:00

is anyone else? we hear the premieres for both UB and Grey's are great.

is anyone even watching the Hills anymore? I don't even care about that or Project Runway anymore.

All Access Pass to the Emmys

2008-09-22T13:20:00.000-07:00

When you get an All-Access pass to the Emmys, your heart skips a beat. You not only have a credential, but you receive a hologram sticker on the front of it to signify a few things: a) you don't have to go thru security b) you can roam ANYWHERE (see above photo), c) no one will take a 2nd glance at you if you're taking random photos of Jon Hamm as he types on his blackberry (again, see photo).

My weekend was the Emmys. From the rehearsals, to the press tent, to the red carpet, to sipping champagne downstairs in a secret area of the Nokia Theatre, to the production truck during the show, to wandering the theatre as guests piled in, to cap the night off with The Governor's Ball, it was a whirlwind. A whirlwind that I will never forget.

Let's get this out of the way, first, however. I know many people did not like the show. I'm a bit biased since I worked on it, however, I get it. The hosts didn't work. You can't really predict how previously assumed good ideas will pan out live on a 3 hour (or so) awards show. A few of their careers might be over (you know you hate yourself when you have to apologize for the night, Jeff Probst), but Heidi was adorable and sincere and just plain cool, as was Tom Bergeron. Having been to a few awards rehearsals by now, you can always tell who the good people are. aka the people who act as if the stand-ins are people too, and they play along. When they were rehearsing the reality show hosts award with Jimmy Kimmel, someone had to stand-in for Ryan because of the Red Carpet. Heidi played along, kissed the guy's cheek, and just seemed very genuine. If you want more info than that about the show itself, you're going to have to wring it out of me because there are a lot of politics I can't even touch upon at this time. I will say this, though. My opinion of Ryan has quickly changed from when I met him at New Year's Rockin Eve.

The red carpet. At first, I was nervous. I had walked on one before, but never DURING a red carpet show; usually before all the craziness occurs. This time around, though, I had my good friend Lauren and the Lippin Group to show me around. And by show me around, I mean yell over people while trying to dodge Mariska Hargitay's husband, while hearing that Mary Tyler Moore had JUST FALLEN ON THE RED CARPET (try to imagine that right now. seriously, close your eyes and imagine that legend, MTM, falling on the red carpet in front of all of her peers with a million cameras around, yet somehow no one got a photo. that's stupefying).

Speaking of MTM, Betty White and her were SO CUTE. When going over their presentation, they would continue to play off each other back and forth like old pros. Although we never know who wins until everyone else does, production always practices the winner to get the correct camera angles and such, so during rehearsals when Entourage "won", Betty quipped "drat, I was hoping for Two and a Half Men".

Some other sidenotes, I got to witness Alec Baldwin put the smackdown on a reporter when asked if he thought his personal life would get in the way of his career by stating something along the lines of "well, I think this Emmy signifies that that's a no, but if you'd like to speak about my personal life, I'd love to chat with you afterwards and put it to rest". Holland Taylor is so sweet (thanks Michael ;)), Bryan Cranston was as shocked as everyone else that he won. Christian's presenter dress was that HIDEOUS flowing granny dress that looked like 4 dresses were piled on top of each other, Joey from Friends style, circa the episode he puts on all of Chandler's clothes. David Boreanaz couldn't have been less interested to present with Lauren Conrad. Did anyone else notice Glenn Close basically ordering America to hold her Emmy?!?! Amy Poehler is as cool, if not cooler than you'd think she is. Stephen Colbert is a sweetheart. It was a huge deal that Candice Bergen came in to rehearse her presentation since she never does, but someone mentioned that Heidi pushed her to do it. Sometimes it helps to practice, Hayden. Since the gifting suite is downstairs, you could tell who was coming only to rehearse and who was coming to do both that and whore out the suite. For example, Jennifer Love Hewitt was all dolled up during rehearsals, as was Lauren Conrad, who walked out with two HUGE bags of swag. Hello, IRS.

One final note, the night wouldn't have been complete without meeting Erin and I's blog idol, former TV GUIDE writer, and now EW
contributor Michael Ausiello. The butterflies began there and stayed with me for the rest of the night.

The Gang's back!

2008-09-18T15:52:00.000-07:00

If you could please post that would be awesome! THANKS

Did you feel like something was missing all summer? Not like whoops I forgot to put on more sunscreen, more like I am missing some politically incorrect, self absorbed dirty humor on my TV screen. Well get ready cause tonight at 10pm on FX It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia is back for more sex, drugs and offensive humor. Last year Mac dated a tranny, Dee and Charlie got addicted to cocaine, and Dennis was mistaken as a Sex offender. Tonight Dee and Charlie become cannibals and then the gang solves the gas crisis. Need more reasons to go back to Philly then check out the clip.

--

So, Dylan's the Dad.

2008-09-17T13:02:00.001-07:00

Either you're pissed I just typed that or over the show itself.

Which is it? B/c I found out thru a coworker after I Tivoed it and still hadn't watched either.

The producers better beg Luke Perry to come back to the show, since now they've put themselves in a hole. Unless Brandon returns screaming "that's my child!" and a paternity test ensues.

Dexter Season 3 Premiere

2008-09-17T12:59:00.001-07:00

http://www.sho.com/site/vip/home.do?source=m_dexcali_vipemail_sept08_blogs
Type in: Lady Killer

and Voila, the season 3 premiere!

Wipeout audition info

2008-09-10T09:33:00.001-07:00

Since there was so much interest in casting for the show, I wanted to
let you all know that I'm now casting for another wave of episodes of
ABC's runaway hit "Wipeout".
We're holding audition interviews in Burbank, and show shoots locally
in the LA area.

Must know how to swim, be 18 or over, and have a dynamic and
competitive personality!

Please contact me directly for more info, and feel free to pass to
anyone you think would be interested. Thanks again. :)

Tiffany Dejillo
Casting Producer, ABC's "WIPEOUT"
tiffanycasting@gmail.com

GG: Kaitlin's joining the party

2008-09-03T11:56:00.001-07:00

What's her face from the OC, who played Kaitlin during the last season (very well we might add), is going to join the GG ranks as a model at little J's newest designer venture.

Let the claws coming out begin!

GG: preview that made our jaw drop

2008-09-03T11:18:00.001-07:00

Grey's Anatomy: Rose is WHAT?!

2008-09-03T10:42:00.000-07:00

And who's being iced by that ice pick?!

Ugh, I thought Shonda said Rose was a goner!!!

GG: Karma's a bitch

2008-09-03T07:31:00.000-07:00

and so is Blair Waldorf. *sigh*
GG was back Monday night. Although I didn't agree with it returning on a holiday, ratings were bigger than ever in several demographics, so there were some definite positives to throw around for the ratings-challenged CW.

The episode itself gets a solid B from me. While the Nate and older woman storyline annoyed me (however, have you seen the previews for Monday's episode?! my jaw is on the floor over that twist), Chuck & Blair can do no wrong. From Serena's fake excitement over B's new man ("OMG B, he sounds amazing!"), to Blair saying she didn't feel anything either once her pin is found, the episode belonged to that storyline.

Did anyone else feel as if you were watching an epic Romeo & Juliet whenever the pair was on screen? Even the scenery, especially the garden during dinner. Gorgeous.

The Hamptons were fun, but NYC will be better.

xoxo
The Couch

24 hr BH90210 marathon

2008-09-01T10:33:00.001-07:00

Soapnet.

NOW!

they f'in skinned a GOAT

2008-08-28T17:19:00.000-07:00

Whoa. Uh, has anyone seen Exiled yet? The new MTV series where Sweet 16 girls are sent to far away places around the world, such as Guam, Africa, etc.

So the first episode centers around some girl, I forget her name, and she's sent to Africa. Not just Africa, but, hi, we're going to welcome you by skinning a goat, build houses out of cow dung, and drink blood.

All....on....television.

Cut to Karla and I almost losing our dinner.

BB10 predictions

2008-08-27T18:53:00.000-07:00

Granted, this is a day early, but what the hell.

Ollie somehow doesn't win the HOH in the 2nd eviction.

Please? I want him gone.

Pushing Daisies is coming to a city near you

2008-08-27T18:51:00.000-07:00

Well, sort of.

Here's the press release:
ABC BRINGS EMMY-NOMINATED "PUSHING DAISIES" TO YOUR HOMETOWN

"Pushing Daisies Touch of Wonder Tour" Gives You a Chance to Dine on Free Pie at The Pie Hole

Markets Include Anaheim, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Philadelphia and New York City

Leading up to the second season of the Emmy-nominated series "Pushing Daisies," ABC is bringing the interactive experience of Ned's bakery, The Pie Hole, to ten major markets across the country. Guests will be able to enjoy free pie and the company of an outgoing restaurant staff, all while experiencing charming dcor from the show's set. Balloons with the show's logo, posters and daisy decals on the floor will be the icing on The Pie Hole.

In addition, "Pushing Daisies" footage will play on plasma televisions on site, and waitresses on whimsically decorated daisy bicycles will direct people to the restaurant prior to the event. Guests will also have the opportunity to receive branded "Pushing Daisies" magnets, pie-cutters and spatulas. Visitors will turn into fans as they fully immerse themselves in the fantasy world of "Pushing Daisies." To top things off, a "Pushing Daisies" microsite will chart the mobile Pie Hole's travels and offer fun send-to-a-friend Daisy messages online at www.PushingDaisiesTour.com.

"Pushing Daisies Touch of Wonder Tour" Dates and Locations:

Date Location

August 31 Anaheim, CA Downtown Disney

September 7 San Francisco, CA Ghirardelli Square Chocolate Festival

September 10 Los Angeles, CA Santa Monica 3rd Street Promenade

September 12 Las Vegas, NV Fashion Show Mall

September 14 Phoenix, AZ Westgate Complex

September 17 Denver, CO Larimer Square

September 20 Dallas, TX Addison Oktober Fest

September 24 Chicago, IL Lincoln Park

September 26 Philadelphia, PA The Shops at Liberty Place

September 29 New York, NY Times Square

Sounds like fun, right?

Damn it, it's catchy

2008-08-27T14:52:00.002-07:00

Selena Gomez, the lead from Wizards of Waverly Place, has an aspiring music career.

Judge for yourself by watching her first music video:

Stand Up to Cancer

2008-08-27T12:03:00.000-07:00

90210 featurette

2008-08-26T11:24:00.001-07:00

Racy, Racy, Racy. We get it, it's gonna be racier than the original.

but will it be GOOD?!

90210 popsicles around LA

2008-08-26T11:08:00.000-07:00

The CW has come up with a “90210” marketing idea that’s as chilly as the on-set stares between Shannen Doherty and Jennie Garth.

To promote its already much-hyped ZIP Code revival, The CW will give away 100,000 ice cream novelties over the Labor Day weekend. The network has hired ice cream trucks to drive around waterfront locations in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago to distribute the tasty treats.

“The trucks will be decked out in ‘90210’ key art, and they’ll be playing the ‘90210’ theme song,” said Rick Haskins, chief of marketing for The CW. He didn’t have specifics on the exact varieties of the frozen confections, but did hint that there would be popsicles and something in the chocolate family.

What sucks is that we don't know the exact locations. I guess Santa Monica? Venice? They should do WEHO, duh!

Pushing Daisies 2nd season promo

2008-08-26T10:55:00.000-07:00

Having visited the set last week, I cannot WAIT for the new Pushing Daisies season. 9 episodes last year were just not enough!

Can we talk about the Sound of Music moment? Love me some Kristin Chenoweth!

Denise gets canned

2008-08-26T09:35:00.000-07:00

In somewhat surprising news, E! has cancelled a show. Denise Richards: It's Complicated.

Now, this is the same network that brought back Sunset Tan for a 2nd season. Ahem.

That splattered egg on your face must taste really good, Denise.

American Idol makes a huge mistake

2008-08-25T10:38:00.000-07:00

This is idiotic.

Kara DioGuardi is joining the show as a 4th judge. She's a songwriter, has worked with a ton of artists, yada yada.

Why?

Desperate Housewives sneak peek

2008-08-25T10:27:00.001-07:00

the song's a bit cheesy, but it'll be interesting how the writers take full rein of the show, 5 years later.

Miss me?

2008-08-21T13:14:00.000-07:00

HELL YES!

The Buffy Animated Series Pilot

2008-08-19T16:51:00.000-07:00

Yes, you read that correctly. It's here. The failed Buffy animated series pilot is now on youtube. Feast your eyes on the corny humor and recast Buffy voice.

Beth is getting married

2008-08-19T09:36:00.000-07:00

Oh, and she's preggers.

So, does this mean she's done with RW/RR Challenges? Please don't say yes. She makes amazing drama. She can't be done. NO!

Stand up to Cancer Single reuniting huge group of singers

2008-08-19T09:24:00.001-07:00

Some of the biggest female singers on the planet have gotten together to record vocals for a star-studded single called "Just Stand Up," benefiting the Stand Up to Cancer campaign. The unprecedented gathering features vocals from Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Rihanna, Fergie, Sheryl Crow, Miley Cyrus, Melissa Etheridge, Ashanti, Natasha Bedingfield, Keyshia Cole, Ciara, Leona Lewis, LeAnn Rimes and Carrie Underwood. The tune is being produced by the powerhouse duo of Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds and Antonio "L.A." Reid, who are working together for the first time in nearly 20 years on the track.

The song will be available for purchase exclusively on iTunes on September 2 and will get its TV premiere on September 5 during the live "Just Stand Up" special, which will air simultaneously and commercial-free on CBS, ABC and NBC. According to a press release announcing the project, the song was conceived by Reid, the chairman of the Island Def Jam Music Group, after a meeting with the women behind the Stand Up to Cancer campaign.

Among the stars confirmed to either appear or answer phones on the TV broadcast so far are: Casey Affleck, Jennifer Aniston, Christina Applegate, Lance Armstrong, Abigail Breslin, Josh Brolin, David Cook, Dana Delany, Fran Drescher, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Kirsten Dunst, Elizabeth Edwards, Jon Favreau, America Ferrera, Neil Patrick Harris, Salma Hayek, Scarlett Johansson, Masi Oka, Danica Patrick, Christina Ricci, Robin Roberts, Homer Simpson, Marge Simpson, Meryl Streep, Hilary Swank, Charlize Theron, Goran Visnjic, Forest Whitaker and Reese Witherspoon.

The show will also feature network news anchors Charles Gibson, Katie Couric and Brian Williams, who will report on potentially life-saving research and speak with cancer patients and scientists.

Emmys Most Memorable Moments!

2008-08-18T11:39:00.000-07:00

Does Buffy stand up against Brian's Song? Does the end of Grey's "bomb" scene hold a candle to Moonlighting?

The 60th annual Primetime Emmy Awards invites TV enthusiasts, like you and I, to ostensibly settle such debates as part of the "Most Memorable" theme that is in place for this year's kudocast.

To vote on the 20 comedy and 20 drama finalists, go to ABC.com and while away a good 45 minutes of your day watching some truly memorable clips. The top five vote-getters in each category will be honored during the awards ceremony airing Sept. 21 on ABC.

We love the idea!!! Plus, even though it was never shown the Emmy love, the Academy still decided to include it in this poll. How much would it rock if it won the people's choice?

It's baaackkkkk

2008-08-18T11:23:00.000-07:00

Just like a genital warts flare up, The Hills is back for another round tonight at 10pm on MTV. We can't wait to see if Audrina moves out, if Lo is really a bitch, and of course how Lauren cries black tears. Seriously ladies waterproof mascara, it works we swear. And of course we have missed stick figure Heidi, Spencer's flesh colored beard and area nightclub, like a lot. In case you had a life this weekend and missed the marathons or the in depth specials (an we mean into the show not the brain capacity of the cast) here is the season 4 trailer to get your Hills going.

Season 1 recap of Gossip Girl

2008-08-15T09:35:00.000-07:00

Need a crash course in all things Gossip Girl? Here's a Season 1 recap of GG

Britney's Back

2008-08-11T17:39:00.000-07:00

Yes, you've heard it before, but the girl looks SANE.

is this sad?

2008-08-11T15:05:00.000-07:00

Katharine McPhee recorded a single for the new Barbie movie.

Joshua wins SYTYCD

2008-08-08T11:05:00.000-07:00

is anyone else really disappointed about that? I wanted Katie to win. She should have.

Well, WILL should have, but still.

I mean, Joshua was great, don't get me wrong, but Kat CONTINUED to say how Katie was born to dance.

Oh, well.

ALIAS: Everything must GO!

2008-07-30T16:06:00.000-07:00

We were obsessed with Alias back in the day. We don't like coffee ice cream, either.

Now, this falls into our laps.

ABC Studios is auctioning off ALIAS wardrobe pieces.

http://www.vipfanauctions.com/Alias_Auction.html

Can they auction off a Rambaldi box too?

Gossip Girl: another promo

2008-07-30T09:49:00.001-07:00

So, I guess Serena went back to being a whore...

SVU: Season Premiere news

2008-07-29T10:02:00.000-07:00

SVU is pulling out all the stops for its season premiere. Not only is Lost's Julie Bowen showing up, or Roseanne's Sara Gilbert, but LUKE PERRY stops by. woo!

According to sources, the plot revolves around a couple (Perry and Bowen) that stands accused of abusing their foster child. Gilbert plays the boy's biological mother.

Making the band 4 season trailer

2008-07-28T15:34:00.000-07:00

Boom Kat Pow is back!!!

Wanna cook with Rosco? (for NY)

2008-07-28T15:15:00.000-07:00

We're looking for everyday people in the NY area who dream of cooking an amazing meal for someone important in their life. Are you looking or a perfect time to tell someone something important? Let ROCCO DiSPIRITO teach you how to cook to impress on his new show for A&E.

Email our friend Karen TODAY at karenhappel@yahoo.com for more information.

It sounds like a fun project (with no crazy strings attached... cmon, its A&E)

BB10 time period change

2008-07-26T18:12:00.002-07:00

Big Brother is going back to its original summer schedule. Great American Dog will replace BB10 on Wednesdays, as BB10 will move to 8pm on Thursday nights.

Now that break to Sunday won't seem so long!

Make Me A Supermodel 2 Auditions!

2008-07-26T18:12:00.001-07:00

BRAVO BEGINS NATIONWIDE CONTESTANT SEARCH FOR 'MAKE ME A SUPERMODEL' SEASON TWO

NEW YORK July 25, 2008 Bravo is kicking off a nationwide casting effort for season two of the creative competition series "Make Me A Supermodel." Based on the successful UK series, the beautiful and talented men and women selected will compete for a chance to launch their modeling career in the hopes of becoming the next big supermodel.

Nationwide casting calls are being held in July and August in the following cities:

Saturday, July 26 New York, NY
10am 3pm
IMG/Tiger Aspect
420 West 45th St
New York, NY 10036

Wednesday, July 30 - Los Angeles, CA
11am- 3pm
Radisson Los Angeles Westside
6161 W. Centinela Ave.
Culver City, CA 90230- 3200

Sunday, August 3 Portland, OR
11am - 3pm
The Hotel Monaco
506 SW Washington St.
Portland, OR 97204

Tuesday, August 5 Miami, FL
10am - 2pm
Doral Golf Resort & Spa
4400 N.W. 87th Ave
Miami, FL 33178

Wednesday, August 6 Nashville, TN
10am 3pm
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
2800 Opryland Drive
Nashville, TN 37214

For more information on casting go to www.bravotv.com/Casting

the VMAs will be down this year. again.

2008-07-25T09:51:00.001-07:00

Want to know why? Because they booked Russell Brand as the host.

Who? you ask? The guy from Forgetting Sarah Marshall. Oh, and he's known for being a sex maniac.

....interesting.

This already smells like ishk from a mile away.

SYTYCD Shocker

2008-07-25T09:46:00.000-07:00

Who saw that one coming last night? Wow. When both Twitch & Will were up for elimination, my insides got all gooey, and not in a butterfly way, more like, oh I'm going to hurl on the side of the couch kind of way.

Will is gone. You know the kid will get a TON of work. It's just upsetting to see him go. Comfort, so long. Will, we hardly knew ya.

Debbie Allen must be happy, though. Homegirl can use him whenever she pleases.

Sidenote. LL Cool J. You barely licked your lips last night. WTF.

Food Network is searching for CHEFS

2008-07-24T12:55:00.001-07:00

Can You Make the Cut?

Food Network is currently casting for a new cooking competition series and is looking for professional chefs, who want to test their culinary skills against those of their peers. Four competitors will race against the clock; their food judged on taste, creativity, and presentation by the experts. Three are eliminated along the way, and only one remains the ultimate winner.

Seeking dynamic, outgoing, experienced chefs in the New York/Tri-State/PA/RI area.

Men and women, any ethnicity and cooking specialty are encouraged to apply.

Are you the best chef in the house? Do you have what it takes to excel amongst your peers?

To apply, please fill out submission form via the link:
http://casting. citylightstv. com/ChefCastingapply. htm

or email chefcasting@citylightsmedia.com for more information.

Comic-Con: Fringe meets eh

2008-07-24T11:14:00.001-07:00

In what might be a negative outlook on the series, Fringe was met with a subdued audience response after the first 5 minutes of the pilot premiere at Comic-Con. Not lookin good, folks.

E loved it, so that's saying something. Will the rest of America catch on?

Lifetime schedules Golden Girls marathon

2008-07-22T17:01:00.001-07:00

Good job, Lifetime! xo Seema

LIFETIME Television Pays Tribute to Golden Girl Estelle Getty With 10 Special Episodes of the Popular Series, Friday, July 25 from 12-5pm (ET/PT)

Fans Can Vote at myLifetime.com for Favorite 'Sophia' Episode

NEW YORK, July 22 -- This Friday, July 25, Lifetime Television will pay a special on-air and online tribute to Estelle Getty, who played the cantankerous "Sophia Petrillo" on the iconic comedy series "The Golden Girls." Ms. Getty passed away today at her home in Los Angeles at the age of 84.

From 12-5PM (ET/PT), Lifetime will air 10 episodes showcasing "Sophia" in all her blustering, sarcastic splendor, beginning with the show's pilot. The last episode at 4:30PM (ET/PT) will be the #1 favorite "Sophia episode" as decided through a vote of her legion of devoted fans at myLifetime.com.

be sure to go vote!

It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia

2008-07-22T16:32:00.000-07:00

So a few weeks ago I was supposed to go to the It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia TV panel, yup the cast was going to be there questions were going to get asked and I was going to make out with Glen Howerton, then it got cancelled. Booo. I was made at the Always Sunny crew, until I saw this, Going Back to Philly. Enjoy.

more of Wendy Vs Omarosa

2008-07-22T12:11:00.001-07:00

The beginning of this just showcases how immature Omarosa is.

Thank you for being a friend

2008-07-22T10:30:00.000-07:00

Oh, Estelle Getty. Sophia.

You know this day would come, but it hurts my heart to write this entry right now. She and the other Golden Girls had such a prominent presence in my life growing up.

My mom and I used to bond over the show. We'd watch before Empty Nest, and then continue with the tradition on Lifetime, always cracking up at Sophia's wisecracks and loving the strong bond they had with each other. This continued in college, when I'd come home from break and we'd relax on the couch at 1pm and 5pm to watch. Hell, I even tried out Golden Palace.

Having family members who've fallen in their battles with Alzheimer's & Parkinson's, I know the toll these diseases take on someone. You never wish it upon anyone and she had been battling it for a while. However, at the young age of 84 you still hope for more of her wit to come.

Legally Blonde: A New Elle Woods is born

2008-07-22T09:56:00.000-07:00

Congratulations, Bailey Hanks! You're the new ELLE WOODS!

Even though it was a bit surprising that adorable youngin' Lauren wasn't in the top 3 or even 2 (WTF!?), Bailey was our choice to win from the first day. The girl screamed Elle, from her copycat Reese face, to that Elle Woods hair.

Hanks begins performances Wednesday at the Palace Theatre, replacing Tony-nominated leading lady Laura Bell Bundy. She already has recorded a song from the show, So Much Better, available at iTunes and Amazon.

Laura Bell Bundy will soon be tryin her hand at music, with a possible Country album in the future.

Hills 4 trailer

2008-07-22T09:36:00.000-07:00

look at that mascera

First Look: Ritchie upChucks

2008-07-21T17:55:00.001-07:00

Yes, that's Nicole Ritchie and yes, she WILL be on NBC's Chuck.
Is anyone else getting an Uma Thurman, Kill Bill vibe?

Weeds news

2008-07-21T14:40:00.000-07:00

Our belowed Showtime series Weeds has been renewed for two more seasons.

WEEEE!

Ebert & Roeper: end of an era

2008-07-21T14:28:00.000-07:00

Granted, Siskel & Ebert were an era, but At the Movies with Ebert & Roeper still comes with a ton of history.

Ebert has opted out of his contract after seeing how Disney was reimagining his program. This is also after Roeper quit his gig at the Chicago Sun-Times.

the question remains. Will At the Movies or Ebert's new program (he's shopping it around as of now) maintain the thumbs up/thumbs down phrase?

Omarosa vs Wendy Williams

2008-07-21T14:25:00.000-07:00

This clip is unreal in how absurd Omarosa is. I love how she fails to mention that she's been pitching a "Bachelorette" featuring Omarosa all over town. Take your head out of Donald's ass and find a real job.

90210: an airdate has been set

2008-07-21T12:57:00.000-07:00

September 2nd.
2 hours long.

Yes, a 2 hr season premiere. We're sure the ratings will be pretty big the first night around.

However, one big night of ratings does not a series make. NBC's Knight Rider will find this out pretty soon.

The View: it's all blown over

2008-07-21T12:56:00.000-07:00

one of the funniest Spongebobs

2008-07-21T12:39:00.001-07:00

Shear Genius inspired hair

2008-07-21T09:50:00.000-07:00

This new season of Shear Genius on Bravo is apparently inspiring everyone to do their own spin on the showcased hair.

For example, our friend Kristin Pellicane rockin out the curls. Easy, breezy, and sets a mood for the night.

I, on the other hand, op for a hat. Showcasing my...hat hair.

Real World Hollywood: Brianna Taylor might have a hit

2008-07-18T11:42:00.000-07:00

Believe it or not, this track is actually on Billboard's Heatseekers chart right now.

Congratulations Jennifer Garner!!!

2008-07-17T21:23:00.003-07:00

To our favorite Alias, congratulations on your 2nd pregnancy!!

She's 5 months in already!

Life of an American Teenager renewed and other news

2008-07-17T16:26:00.000-07:00

ABC Family is on a roll. Life of an American Teenager has been renewed for 13 more episodes to air in early 2009. It might be a wee bit early since it's only on episode 4 this Tuesday, but whatevs.

Wipeout should be adding more episodes to its run soon, as well. However, ABC doesn't want to run the show into the ground, so it might stay a summer staple ala CBS's addictive Big Brother.

Keeping Up with the Kardashians will be coming back for a Season 3. Again, not a surprise as it's E!'s #1 show in 18-34 on Sundays.

GG: you've got to love this ad campaign

2008-07-17T16:17:00.000-07:00

The advertising team is embracing the lewd nature of Gossip Girl head on...and we LOVEIT!

these will steam up your screen

2008-07-17T16:14:00.000-07:00

Amy Poehler breaks records

2008-07-17T16:10:00.000-07:00

This is Mighty B worthy, isn't it?

That supporting actress nom for Saturday Night Live is a first for the series.

It was a bit jarring, but much deserved!

UPDATE:
As our amazingly smart and intuitive friend Nicole K reminded us, before now SNL could only be nominated in the Outstanding Variety category, hence the nomination. Thanks, N!!

GG: Season 2 Script Snippets

2008-07-17T16:04:00.000-07:00

HOLY SPOILER!

Gossip Girl: Behind the Scenes

2008-07-17T13:23:00.000-07:00

"Damn, that mother CHUCKER!" Color us obsessed.

Leighton looks fantastic.

EMMY UPDATE: Look in the back!!

2008-07-17T12:23:00.001-07:00

The frakkin embedding code doesn't work, but watch!

http://www.eonline.com/videos/v30438_Watch_With_Kristin_Kristin_Chenoweth.html

Live on the Scene: The Emmy Nominations

2008-07-17T10:14:00.000-07:00

Picture it. Richmond, Va. 1992. My first Emmy nominations viewing. My mom shakes me awake and places some Cinnamon Toast Crunch next to me, as I rub my groggy eyes and hope to hear Home Improvement's name be called in Best Comedy Series.

This went on, minus the Home Improvement part, every year, up to now.

Imagine my surprise/glee when my boss invited me to the Emmy Nominations Announcement this morning. I was on cloud 9, still am actually.

Yes, the announcements began at 5:40am PST, yet I somehow got enough sleep to make it in time.

FYI to any people in North Hollywood, the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf at 5300 Lankershim is the only one that opens at 5am. Me and the old man in the corner of the store had a grand old time...until the security at the front of the Television Academy building told me no food or drink was allowed inside the theatre....cut to me chugging the Ice Blended, hoping to gain a buzz, and walking in with Mark & Vicki.

I'm not sure if anyone else had the same impression, but whenever I watch the E! Commentary, or even ET, any entertainment programs, they make it seem as if the nominations are being announced in a separate room from the commentary.

Not so.

Watch with Kristin is going on to the left of me with Jason Kennedy on E!, while a KTLA anchor advises his audience to grab that last cup of coffee because the "60th Annual Primetime Emmy Nominations are about to be announced". We grab a ballot, secretly of course, and sift thru. No Jay Leno? No FNL? Boston Legal AGAIN!?

Neil Patrick Harris & Kristin Chenoweth walk about with VP John Scheffner (great man, very kind) and they begin the announcement. Cheers are heard throughout the room for Mad Men's nom, Sally Field, Raisin in the Sun, Damages, and Gabrielle Byrne. We cheer when Tom Bergeron's nom as Reality Host is announced (WOO). A snicker is heard behind me when Boston Legal's nom for Outstanding Drama Series is announced. The cake is brought out, marking the 60th Anniversary. By 7am, no one had touched it. Neil mentions in an interview "yes, the first thing I think of at 6:40am is cake". Reporters rush the stage trying to get that one great photo of Kristin Chenoweth leaning on the Emmy statue.

Speaking of which, the mystery as to what the Emmy represents. The ball that she is holding above her head represents an atom, aka the Sciences. The wings/bolts represent the Arts. So, The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. Who needs the Scooby Gang?

I watch as our TV Idol, Kristin in a smashing green dress, interviews Kristin Chenoweth. Look for me behind them since I made sure to walk back and forth, or look longingly in the distance as if I was searching for someone. They act as if they've been old friends, kissing each other's cheek, beaming at each other. I couldn't hear what they were talking about, but I know Kristin gave Kristin C a gift at the end. How sweet!

My friend Lauren surprises me at the stage with a hug, I'm not realizing that she's the publicist for the Academy. Even though she's had a long couple days involving the ESPYs, she still offers to invite me to any other Emmy events coming up. So, expect scoop, Couch readers!

The one depressing thing? Walking out, realizing it was daytime, and I still had 2 and a half hours to kill before work.

Don't mind me, but I'm going to sip on my tea while my Emmy credential dangles around my neck....and I curse Boston Legal's name.

You can get a full list of the nominees at:
http://cdn.emmys.tv/awards/2008pte/60thpte_nomswin.php

Emmy Noms!

2008-07-17T10:02:00.000-07:00

We love today cause for us TV junkies the Emmys were announced, and even better this year J was there! You can start being jealous at any time now. So check back for his thoughts and numerous sitings.

90210 Updates from our spies

2008-07-16T17:17:00.001-07:00

Check it out below... All names have been changed to protect the gossipers.

UPDATE!!!! NEWS FLASH!!! SPARKLES LIGHTS!!!

7/15/08

As I was leaving the lot last night I noticed security guards every where and tons of kids all decked out in their finest American Apparel wear and they were standing in small groups and I thought hello late 20 yeard olds pretending to be students at West Bev. They were shooting an outdoor cafeteria scene, sadly no major starts sitings....

Until today at 2:43pm when ******* and I were walking to Office Depot. As we were walking towards the gate we saw a young gentleman wearing a horrible outfit. At first we thought it was a PA until we realized that there was not headset on him, which we all know PA's live and die by those things on set. It gives them a sense of purpose ya know? Anyway he smiled at us and then put his head down in that shy you girls are really cute way. (or he was like I am a star of the upcoming show 90210 and want these girls to stop staring at me. I think it is the first one.) And then he walked into his trailer.

Yup we saw the kid who plays Ethan the tennis jock, most popular boy in school. Someday we will know his actual name because more than likely he will be caught in a drunk driving scandal or something and be all over TMZ. For now though he is Ethan, the kid whose name I am to lazy to really google.

See you at the Peach Pit!

And the hits just keep on coming...like fries at the peach pit or Brandon's side burns.

First off let me say that I am mad at Brandon cause they totally approached him to be on the show and he said no, but he would like to direct. I call bs.

I think ******* and I have found what we in the business call the golden hour. Or ok yea what I call the golden hour.

As we were walking to the new Fed Ex Box we walked by all of the trailers and I was like wow Jessica Walter's trailer and I am excited cause hello that is Lucille Bluth from Arrested Development. Well as we continue to walk who drives by us in a golf cart. Jessica Waters!!!

After we jammed the Fed Ex Box and the guy with one blonde eyebrow tried to unpry it (true story don't ask), we headed back and saw the main girl the "Brenda" character if you will. She is cute but as ******* said: "Her hair color is weird, but I guess since she is supposed to be from what Wyoming then it is good for her character." ******* has great insight. No lie.

Then we saw Ethan again this time in a much better outfit, which makes us sad for him cause obviously boy dresses in the dark.

Two updates in one day, my head is about to explode!

Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog

2008-07-16T17:10:00.000-07:00

God Bless Joss Whedon. He got very inspired by his musical Buffy the Vampire Slayer episode and started a webisode called Dr. Horrible's Sing Along Blog.

It is hysterical and stars Neil Partick Harris and Nathan Fillion. Harris is Dr. Horrible who is trying to take over the world and Fillion is the Hammer his arch nemesis. Of course though Dr. Horrible is in love with a girl named Penny (Felicia Day).

But of course with this supreme coolness there is a catch. It is a three episode series but you can only watch Act 1 7/15-7/16 and then Act 2 7/17-7/18 and finally Act 3 7/19-7/20.

But of course you can always download it on iTunes. Trust us watch it.

nice subliminal message

2008-07-16T15:21:00.001-07:00

Look out for the Candies FLASH

a new way to learn numbers

2008-07-16T11:16:00.001-07:00

Gossip Girl: Season 2 previews!!

2008-07-16T11:11:00.001-07:00

Oh, Chuck.