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Daily Archives : Aug 12, 2011

USA Announces Show’s ‘Return’ (Translation: The Show Is Canceled)

Characterizing it as a renewal, USA Network announced plans to end one of its shows, even though it has been pulling in solid ratings. The show is “In Plain Sight,” and USA revealed in a press release, posted on TVbytheNumbers, that…

Is ‘Mad Men’ Killing the Best Shows on TV? One Showrunner Thinks So and Says Why

It’s hard to argue that "Mad Men," airing on AMC, is not one of the best shows on TV. But could it somehow be responsible for killing some other excellent series? That’s the theory of one of the most outspoken showrunners in Hollywood,…

Sesame Workshop Releases Statement on Bert and Ernie’s Sexual Orientation

The company behind “Sesame Street” says Bert and Ernie, the beloved puppets who have roomed together for 40 years, "do not have a sexual orientation" and won’t be getting married in a same-sex ceremony, according to the BBC. Sesame Workshop…

Americans Have a New Addiction That May Be Stronger Than Caffeine or Alcohol — And You May Be Using It Right Now

Americans have a new addiction, according to a recent study, with more than half of respondents saying they’d rather give up alcohol, caffeine or chocolate for a week before giving up their smartphones, reports the Los Angeles Times’ Technology blog….

Writer of a Crime Movie Many Say Is One of Their Favorites — It Was Nominated for Best Picture of 1990 — Is Working on Drama With Crime-Related Theme for CBS

The screenwriter for a crime movie that was nominated for an Oscar for Best Picture of 1990 has turned his attention to TV.  “GoodFellas” writer Nicholas Pileggi is working with CBS on a new drama series with a crime subtext, according to…

One of the Stars of ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Lands Deal for New Sitcom

ABC has struck a script deal with one of the stars and executive producers of the HBO comedy "Curb Your Enthusiasm," according to The Hollywood Reporter. Jeff Garlin will write, executive produce and star in an untitled half-hour comedy at…

Syfy Renews High-Rated Series

Syfy has announced the renewal of one of its series, reports EW.com’s Inside TV blog. The network has ordered 13 episodes for a fourth season of "Warehouse 13." Season four of the comedy-drama fantasy series, which combines steampunk elements with…

Buddy-Cop Pilot Gets Passed Over Again — This Time by Comedy Central

Comedy Central has passed on the buddy-cop pilot "Playing With Guns," marking the second time the project has been passed over, reports Deadline.com. The Varsity Pictures/Lionsgate TV project went to pilot at Spike TV last year but wasn’t picked up…

‘iCarly’ Star Injured in Tour Bus Crash

The star of ‘iCarly’ was injured in a tour bus crash Thursday morning, reports the Los Angeles Times’ Ministry of Gossip blog. Miranda Cosgrove, 18, broke her ankle when her bus hit an overturned truck on Interstate 70 in Illinois….

Amy Winehouse’s Home Robbed Just Days After Her Death — Unreleased Tracks, Handwritten Lyrics and Other Items Disappear

Amy Winehouse’s home was robbed just days after she died, with personal belongings such as unreleased tracks, lyric books and letters taken from the home, reports Britain’s The Sun. Winehouse’s father, Mitch Winehouse, has vowed to track down the thief…