The 2009 Madison Avenue Advertising Walk of Fame has nominated four ad icons and three memorable slogans for recognition and now it’s up to the public to make the final decision, reports MediaPost.com. Votes can be logged at www.advertisingweek.com/wof, and…
Fox wants to bring an updated version of the 1989 feature “Heathers,” which starred Christian Slater and Winona Ryder and a clique of mean high school girls all named Heather, to TV, reports Variety. Mark Rizzo is adapting the murder/revenge…
Lennie James of ‘Jericho’ has been given the role of the antagonist Ray Marsh on Fox’s “Lie to Me,” Entertainment Weekly reports. James’ character will make his debut on the fifth episode of the upcoming season. –Alex Jacobius
Melissa McCarthy is joining the cast of ABC’s “Hank” starring Kelsey Grammer as a recurring character , Entertainment Weekly reports. McCarthy is best known for her roles on “Samantha Who?” and “Gilmore Girls.” –Alex Jacobius
Beau Bridges is set to guest star on TNT’s “The Closer,” reports TV Guide. “The Closer” just finished its summer season, but will be back for a new season in December. –Alex Jacobius
Epix, the Lionsgate, MGM and Viacom TV HD movie network joint venture, will air an hour-long Lewis Black comedy special, entitled "Stark Raving Black," as one of its first programming events, says The Hollywood Reporter. The special will also have a limited theatrical…
CBS News anchor Katie Couric has been recognized with the 2009 Neuhart Award for Excellence in the Media, reports TVNewser. The award, named for USA Today founder Al Neuhart, is one of the most prestigious prizes in media. Previous winners…
VH1 tells the Los Angeles Times it is rethinking its dependence on dating and relationship shows, in the wake of pulling two programs that featured contestant Ryan Jenkins, who was an apparent suicide last weekend after being sought in the…