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Historical Novel ‘Aztec’ in Development as Miniseries

The best-selling historical novel “Aztec,” written by Gary Jennings, has been optioned by producer Grant Turck for development as a miniseries, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Turck is working with Mexican-born director Alfonso Arau to direct at least two hours….

ABC’s ’20/20′ Sets La Toya Jackson for Interview, Her First Since Brother Michael’s Death

La Toya Jackson will sit down with Barbara Walters for a no holds barred interview about her life and her brother Michael’s death on ABC’s "20/20" on Friday, Sept. 11, at 10 p.m., the Orlando Sentinel reports.  It’s La Toya…

Paula Abdul Lands a Gig Hosting ‘VH1 Divas’

Former "American Idol" judge Paula Abdul will host "VH1 Divas," a musical special celebrating singers Adele, Jordin Sparks, Kelly Clarkson, Leona Lewis and Miley Cyrus, reports the Baltimore Sun. The live concert event airs Thursday, Sept. 17, at 9 p.m….

‘Guiding Light’s’ Lesbian Love Story to Live on Online

Even though CBS will air the final "Guiding LIght" episode Sept. 18, the lesbian romance on the show between Olivia and Natalia will go on — in a way, reports the New York Times. Actress Crystal Chappell, who plays Olivia, is…

Oprah Winfrey Twitters That She’s ‘Never Made a Selection’ Like the Book She’s About to Assign

Oprah Winfrey tweeted today that she will be announcing a new book to be read for the Oprah Book Club on the Friday, Sept. 18, edition of her syndicated talk show, reports the Huffington Post. Teasing her choice, Oprah wrote…

The CW’s ‘Vampire Diaries’ Teams With the American Red Cross for a Bloody Good Cause

The CW has come up with a unique promotional campaign for the new fall series “The Vampire Diaries” in which it’s teaming with the American Red Cross, the New York Times reports. The network will promote an American Red Cross blood drive…

RDF Planning ‘Sleuth,’ First Interactive Animated Series for U.S.

Reality producer RDF has partnered with the new media company Artificial Life for an animated TV series that lets viewers participate on-screen, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The series, called “Sleuths,” lets viewers create a customized avatar that shows up onscreen…

Vince McMahon Wants to Start a WWE Cable Network in the Next Two Years

Vince McMahon says he wants his World Wrestling Entertainment Inc. to start its own cable network within two years, reports Joe Flint of the Los Angeles Times’ Company Town blog. McMahon said that he will propose that cable companies carry it…

A&E Sues Over Who Had Idea for Steven Seagal Reality Show

A&E sued Genuine Entertainment in a dispute over who came up with the idea for “Steven Seagal: Lawman,” a reality series about the actor that will air on the network later this year, according to The Hollywood Reporter. A&E said…

ABC News is Saying That The ‘Arrest of Dr. Conrad Murray Seems Imminent’; Story Cites Document That Cause of Death Was Powerful Drug Propofol, Plus Other Reasons

ABC News, citing various documents and reasons, quotes a prominent attorney, Roy Black, who told "Good Morning America" today that, "I have no doubt he’s going to be indicted." Black was speaking about Dr. Conrad Murray, who was attending Michael…