More ‘Simpsons’ on Tap
The executive producer of “The Simpsons” expects the long-running animated series to be picked up for three more years by Fox, the New York Post says. Al Jean tells the paper the cast is signed for three years, so there’s…
Yearly Archives : 2008
Leachman Out on ‘Dancing’
Veteran actress Cloris Leachman was voted off “Dancing With the Stars” on Tuesday, the Associated Press reports. Leachman told the judges she didn’t want her experience on the show to end, but Carrie Ann Inaba told the 82-year-old she should…
Fuse’s ‘Idol’ for Bad Girls
Cable network Fuse’s new series, “Redemption Song” is like an “American Idol” for bad girls, says the New York Post, which gives the show three stars. The would-be rockers on “Redemption Song” all have checkered pass–there’s a druggie, a stripper,…
Now Obama is ‘Whassup’
Remember those guys from Budweiser’s ubiquitous “Whassup” spots? These days, they’re using the tagline to boost Democrat Barack Obama in an online video, the Wall Street Journal reports. In the ads, the buddies from the original ad call one another…
Disney Media Networks Ups Seymour
Disney Media Networks has promoted Peter Seymour to executive VP of strategy and research, Daily Variety reports. In his new role Seymour will oversee strategic development for the division, as well as manage research and media planning for Disney ABC…
‘MadTV’s’ Lauren Dombrowski Dies
“MadTV” co-executive producer and writer Lauren Dombrowski passed away earlier this month due to cancer, Daily Variety reports. Dombrowski spent 11 years with the show, having started her comedy career as a stand-up comic and sketch comedian. She was 51….
Bravo Plans Dubai Docusoap
There may not be peace in the Middle East, but if executives at Bravo get their way, juicy reality show drama could soon be coming to the Arab world. The cable network has teamed with Randy Barbato and Fenton Bailey’s…
TidalTV to Carry CNBC Content
CNBC has signed a distribution deal with TidalTV for the business news network’s long-form content. As part of the deal TidalTV will carry CNBC titles including “The Hunt for Black Gold,” “The Millionaire Inside” and “Saving General Motors,” while also…
Analysis: Will Viewers Tune in to Obama’s Half-Hour Ad?
Call it Barack Obama’s $3.5 million gamble, but as the Obama campaign readies to air a half-hour TV program at 8 p.m. EDT Wednesday on major broadcast and some cable networks, the question is will it actually work? Amidst discussion…
WNBC-TV Launches New Web Site
Following NBC owned-and-operated stations in Los Angeles, Chicago and San Diego, New York City station WNBC’s new Web site debuts today, Broadcasting & Cable reports. Like the others, the site is geared toward the station’s local market featuring local weather,…