CBS Television Distribution has confirmed a number of changes its lineup of programming and development executives, B&C reports. “Maureen FitzPatrick and Joe Ferullo have been promoted to senior VP of programming and development at CBS Television Distribution, both overseeing current…
Fox has announced the renewal of one of its animated series, according to Deadline.com. The network has ordered a fourth season — 22 episodes — of “Bob’s Burgers,” the story reports. The renewal comes after Fox ordered six additional scripts…
As part of a major restructuring, a cable channel today laid off dozens of staffers, TVNewser.com reports. In its first layoffs since November 2008, The Weather Channel reportedly cut an estimated 75-80 employees. The channel’s Atlanta headquarters was hit hardest,…
The fall season so far has been less than stellar for the broadcast networks from a ratings standpoint, with one big exception: NBC. Citing Nielsen data the network reports that its average rating in the key demo of adults 18-49…
HBO has announced the dates for the return of two series, TheWrap.com reports. Returning for their second seasons will be "Girls" and "Enlightened." Season two of “Girls,” consisting of 10 episodes, will premiere Jan. 13 at 9 p.m. It will…
"The X Factor" has officially signed two familiar television personalities as its new co-hosts, TMZ.com reports. The Fox singing competition signed Mario Lopez and Khloe Kardashian, the story reports. Both have signed their contracts after being close to deals for…
A veteran actor best known for two iconic oddball roles — one on TV and one in film — will be a part of the Fox comedy series “Raising Hope,” EW.com’s Inside TV reports. “Taxi” and "Back to the Future"…
The Golden Globes have tapped two former “Saturday Night Live” stars to emcee the next awards ceremony, reports the Los Angeles Times’ Show Tracker. The job will reunite Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, who previously worked together on "Saturday Night…
"Glee" has tapped a former "American Idol" contestant for a role on the Fox musical series, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Jessica Sanchez, who was a runner-up on “Idol” in season 11, will have a recurring role on “Glee,” the…
Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has canceled on "The View," reports EW.com’s Inside TV. Romney had scheduled the appearance for Thursday, but now only his wife, Ann, will appear, the story notes. On the program’s Monday broadcast, Barbara Walters said,…