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This Week on TV (6/22-6/28)

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Animation, Comedy, Drama, Food & Home, Kids, Music, Prime Time, Reality, Sci-Fi/Horror, Specials, ABC, BBC, Bravo, Cable, FOX, HBO, MTV, NBC, TNT-HD

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MONDAY (6/22)

  • Jon & Kate Plus Eight (TLC, 9pm):  Jon & Kate make some life-changing decisions. Well, Kate technically made the decision; Jon just didn’t want to argue.
  • Charm School (VH1, 9pm):  Season premiere. “Former contestants from VH1 reality shows work for charity (and a chance to win $100,000).” No good deed comes without incentives.
  • Make It or Break It (ABC Family, 9pm):  Series premiere. “In this drama focusing on the lives of teen gymnasts who strive to make it to the Olympics, new girl Emily Kmetko begins training alongside veterans who are both impressed with and threatened by her.” This could bring a whole new definition to the term “punch front.”
  • Run’s House (MTV, 10pm):  “The family rallies around JoJo after he’s charged with marijuana possession.” This whole time they had a connection within the home.

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Nick Cannon to Host America’s Got Talent

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Music, Prime Time, Reality, NBC

DescriptionRegis Philbin, Jerry Springer…Nick Cannon?

Earlier today, NBC named the 28-year-old singer/actor/producer as the next host of America’s Got Talent. This news comes just days after Jerry Springer announced he would not be returning.

Although Mr. Mariah Carey is best known these days for his husbandly escorting skills, Cannon does have other “leading” experience on his resume. Nick has already produced and hosted four seasons of Wild ‘N Out, an improv show on MTV. Additionally, he’s acted in several movies (Drumline, Bobby) and served as a music video director for his wife.

Cannon’s summer gig kicks off a new partnership with the network. “This is just the first of multiple projects we are looking to do with Nick at NBC,” NBC co-chair Ben Silverman said. “He’s a true triple threat, a multi-talented producer, actor and musician. We are excited to welcome him to the NBC family.”

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Sunday Ratings: CBS and FOX Both Win

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Animation, Comedy, Drama, Music, Prime Time, Reality, ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, The CW, Desperate Housewives, Everybody Hates Chris, Family Guy, Ratings

Thanks to a strong performance from 60 Minutes, CBS was able to pull off a narrow victory in the viewers. Meanwhile, FOX - with help from Family Guy - was a winner in the demos.

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America’s Got Talent Crowns Winner

Posted by Wendy Michaels Categories: Music, Prime Time, Reality, NBC

David Hasselhoff OK, so I couldn’t stomach the drawn out finale of America’s Got Talent—with promises of a performance by The Hoff (see creepy pic, right), I’m sure I’m not the only one who tuned out. But at the end of it all, only one talented American was left standing… and that honor goes to… Terry Fator! I know! The puppet dude won the whole kit and kaboodle. I was more than a little surprised, but I haven’t been following along to see if his talent truly eclipsed the other finalists. I’m just surprised that the voting audience would select a ventriloquist. He was up against reggae singer Cas Haley, beatboxer Butterscotch and country singer Julienne Irwin. Fator is one lucky guy, nabbing a million-dollar prize and giving ventriloquists everywhere a reason to continue with their craft. I’m not knocking them, but I would have thought this was a dying art. He also gets to headline at Bally’s Resort in Vegas, so that’s no chump change either. Also pretty cool? Fator got to do a duet with none other than Kermit the Frog, who is one of my most beloved Muppets. No, seriously, I’ve seen every Muppet movie countless times and had Kermit and Miss Piggy sheets and comforter when I was a kid. Sadly, that’s no joke. At any rate, congrats to Terry Fator!

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‘America’s Got Talent’ and ‘Last Comic Standing’ Renewed

Posted by Wendy Michaels Categories: Comedy, Music, Prime Time, Reality, NBC, Renewals

David Hasselhoff I finally caught America’s Got Talent for the first time, and only because an area a cappella group, The Fault Line, managed to land in the semi-finals. Yep, I thought I should watch and give my support—after all, I did see them perform in the food court of the local mall. Imagine if they won… I’d be, like, famous by association or proximity… or… oh, wait. They didn’t make it to the finals, so now my hopes of semi-fame are up in smoke. And do I continue to watch the show? Nope. The Hoff is creepy and Sharon Osbourne is nothing without her incoherent husband and annoying kids by her side. Fear not though, the talent competition has been renewed for next summer, thus making producer Simon Cowell just that much richer. Also joining the summer renewals is Last Comic Standing, which had me tuning in hit-or-miss the first few seasons and then lost me entirely this season. According to Craig Plestis, NBC’s executive vice president of alternative programming, “Both of these innovative series have proven to be summer staples and important franchises for NBC. We have the most-watched show in America’s Got Talent and one of the most upscale series in Last Comic Standing, and now viewers can look forward to seeing these popular brand series with fresh new shows again next summer.” America’s Got Talent airs live on August 21; Last Last Comic Standing will air the season finale live on September 19. 

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Reality Recap - The Best & Worst of June

Posted by David L. Williams Categories: Reality, ABC, FOX, HBO, MTV, NBC, Hell's Kitchen, So You Think You Can Dance, Top Chef, Editorial, Features

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Now that we’ve said goodbye to June and its 30 days of weddings, trips to the beach, and the slow, crippling realization that it’s still a long, long time until comes back, why don’t we take a few minutes and look back at the best and worst of June reality TV?  Nope, that was a rhetorical question.  Yes, I know, there are lots of reasons not to look back, and yet I’m going to do it anyway.

Oh, and it doesn’t really fit here because it’s not a reality show, but Flight of the Conchords on HBO is pretty hilarious.  I don’t really have enough to say about it to write a full column, obviously, but it’s definitely worth checking out.  Okay, here we go…

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Summer Reality: Part Two

Posted by David L. Williams Categories: Prime Time, Reality, Bravo, Cable, Hell's Kitchen, Editorial, Features

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Because everything’s hotter in the summer ... whatever that means.

Another week, another boatload of new and returning reality shows.  Here are some thoughts:

As I type I’m watching The Next Best Thing, so you can tell just how into the show I am.  So, evidently, this show is about finding the greatest celebrity impersonator.  You know how everybody’s been saying that we need a new great celebrity impersonator?  Oh, wait, nobody’s been saying that at all.  The last time we had a celebrity impersonator on tv it was ... wait, don’t tell me ... oh, I remember.  It was Rich Little at the White House Correspondent’s Dinner.  It was, well, just as excruciatingly awful as this show.

There was just a montage of Frank Sinatra impersonators on the show, that’s how bad it is.  Ooh, and someone just said, “I make part of my living as a Gloria Estefan impersonator.”  Evidently 0% equals a “part.”  (Okay, I had a much ruder joke in here before that seemed far less mean when I was annoyed by watching this show.  It’s gone now because, evidently, I have a desperate need to be liked.  Or at least not hated. Apologies.)

It seems to be that we’re scraping the bottom of the barrel on competitive reality shows.  Yes, networks, the world needs more singers, fashion designers, chefs, and supermodels.  But I don’t know if we need more Rich Littles and Bret Ratners (haven’t seen On The Lot, not planning to).

Actually, I do know.  We don’t.

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Sharon Osbourne Judging ‘Talent’

Posted by Wendy Michaels Categories: Prime Time, Reality, NBC, Gossip, Rumors

Sharon OsbourneIt’s official… Sharon Osbourne will be taking over judging duties for Brandy on America’s Got Talent. She’ll be joined by David Hasselhoff and Piers Morgan for the second season of the hit talent competition. According to NBC executive vice president Craig Plestis, “Sharon Osbourne is show business personified and she has seen and done it all. She will make an excellent fit with David and Piers, who we’re delighted to have back for another great season.” Yawn. How about the real reason for replacing Brandy this season? If you recall, Brandy was the cause of a Los Angeles car accident that involved four cars and ultimately killed one motorist. She is currently facing wrongful death lawsuits and may be charged with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter. Brandy’s rep said, “Brandy has enjoyed her association with [America’s Got Talent]. However, she felt she couldn’t give the new season the attention and commitment it deserved.” I’m not sure what Osbourne can bring to the table, but this show is already so kooky, what’s one more nutty lady? And don’t forget, Jerry Springer is taking over as host. The show will begin May 29 at 9 p.m.

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NBC Offers Plenty of Summer Reality Programming

Posted by Wendy Michaels Categories: Prime Time, Reality, NBC

NBC LogoSigh. The reality show possibilities have really taken off, huh? Hold on, because NBC is promising to serve up loads of reality this summer with the return of America’s Got Talent, Last Comic Standing and The Biggest Loser, plus Age of Love, a new dating show. To shake things up a bit, the three returning shows will have new hosts. You may have already heard that Jerry Springer will be filling Regis Philbin’s shoes on Talent, beginning on May 29th at 9 p.m. After a two hour debut, the show moves to Tuesday at 8 p.m. Last Comic Standing finally brings in a fresh host to replace Anthony Clark—and although I’d rather see Jay Mohr come back, instead hosting duties go to Bill Bellamy. To which I say “eh, could be worse.” Comic starts its fifth season on June 13th at 9 p.m. The Biggest Loser will now be hosted by soap opera queen Alison Sweeney (taking over for Caroline Rhea). No word yet on when the show will start. And finally, a new dating show called Age of Love debuts on June 18th at 10 p.m. with Mrs. Kelly Ripa (Mark Consuelos) hosting. 

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Jerry Springer Takes Over at ‘America’s Got Talent’

Posted by Wendy Michaels Categories: Prime Time, Reality, NBC, Dancing With The Stars, Gossip

Jerry Springer Ever the busy man, Regis Philbin has decided to pass the hosting duties of America’s Got Talent to fellow daytime talk icon Jerry Springer. Springer, fresh from his stint on Dancing With the Stars, will certainly have his hands full with the popular talent competition. Craig Plestis, from NBC, said in an announcement that Springer will be “the perfect ringmaster” for the show. He commented, “To say the least, he is known for presiding over an unpredictable show where the unexpected is the typical order of each day.” Springer commented on the new hosting gig, saying, “I’ve been around some of America’s most talented individuals on my talk show, so I’ll feel right at home hosting America’s Got Talent.” Philbin cited the “heavy travel schedule” as the cause for stepping down. We wonder if he’s just trying to keep his distance from David Hasselhoff (a.k.a. The Hoff).

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