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ROCK BANDS DAUGHTRY and LYNYRD SKYNYRD TO PERFORM ON “new year’s eve live” WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31, ON FOX ROCK BANDS DAUGHTRY and LYNYRD SKYNYRD TO PERFORM ON “new year’s eve live” WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31, ON FOX (Read More)

NBC ANNOUNCES CONTESTANTS FOR EXCITING NEW COUPLES EDITION OF HIT WEIGHT LOSS SERIES 'THE BIGGEST LOSER' NBC announced the 11 new teams of two who will be competing in "The Biggest Loser: Couples," premiering Tuesday, January 6 (8-10 p.m. ET). (Read More)

SIR ELTON JOHN TO PERFORM ON 'NBC'S NEW YEAR'S EVE WTH CARSON DALY' NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly has added an exclusive performance from rock superstar Elton John. (Read More)

THE SIMPSONS, THE HILLS, THE GRIFFINS AND THE SMITHS REVEAL THEIR 2009 NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS In preparation for the New Year, FOX’s Sunday night animated families have vowed to change their ways in 2009. (Read More)

NBC UNIVERSAL ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ITS ANNUAL 'STAND-UP FOR DIVERSITY' COMIC SEARCH           Comedian Rob Stapleton took home top honors at NBC Universal's fifth-annual "Stand-Up for Diversity" comedy search      (Read More)

NBC TO AIR PRIMETIME SPECIAL, 'THE BEIJING OLYMPIC OPENING CEREMONY: TV EVENT OF THE YEAR' SATURDAY, DEC. 27           In time for the holiday season, NBC will air a primetime special "The Beijing Olympic Opening Ceremony: TV Event of the Year" next Saturday, Dec. 27 from 8-10 p.m. ET/PT hosted by NBC Sports & Olympics host Bob Costas and "Today" co-host Matt Lauer.      (Read More)

"WHAT WOULD YOU DO?" SEASON PREMIERE ON TUES., JAN. 6 AT 10PM               The "Primetime" Limited Series Finds Out How People React When a Situation Cries Out for Action. Will They Step in, Back Away or Just Walk on by?      (Read More)

SPECIAL EDITION OF ABC'S 20/20: VANISHED: MISSING IN MILWAUKEE             If your daughter were missing and you thought you knew who was responsible, how far would you go in pursuit of a man.      (Read More)

UPCOMING GUESTS ON THE "LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN"      (Read More)

SCHEDULED GUESTS ON ABC'S "JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE"      (Read More)

LISTINGS FOR "LATE NIGHT WITH CONAN O'BRIEN"      (Read More)

UPCOMING GUESTS ON "THE LATE LATE SHOW with CRAIG FERGUSON"      (Read More)

LISTINGS FOR 'LAST CALL WITH CARSON DALY'      (Read More)

ON ABC'S "THE VIEW"    (Read More)

QUOTABLES FROM NBC'S 'LATE NIGHT WITH CONAN O'BRIEN'    (Read More)

THE "LATE SHOW" TOP TEN "Least Popular Holiday Songs"    (Read More)

THE "LATE SHOW" TOP TEN "Things Jim Carrey Will Always Say Yes To"    (Read More)

THE "LATE SHOW" TOP TEN "Craziest Things People Say About Tom Cruise on the Internet"    (Read More)

THE "LATE SHOW" TOP TEN "Least Popular Mall Stores"    (Read More)

ROCK BANDS DAUGHTRY and LYNYRD SKYNYRD TO PERFORM ON “new year’s eve live” WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31, ON FOX

Los Angeles, Ca., December 22nd, 2008.            Chart-topping rock bands Daughtry and Lynyrd Skynyrd are set to perform on NEW YEAR’S EVE LIVE airing Wednesday, Dec. 31 (11:00 PM-12:30 AM ET live; CT/MT/PT tape-delayed) on FOX.

Spike Feresten of TALKSHOW WITH SPIKE FERESTEN and Mark Thompson of HOLE IN THE WALL will host from the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip and lead the count down to 2009. The evening will feature performances by David Cook, Daughtry, Scott Weiland and Lynyrd Skynyrd, as well as a death-defying motorcycle jump by daredevil Robbie Knievel.

Feresten will be joined by special correspondent Chrissy Russo of KSWB/FOX 5 San Diego for special interviews and a behind-the-scenes look at three of Cirque du Soleil’s Las Vegas shows “Zumanity, The Sensual Side of Cirque du Soleil,” “The Beatles LOVE” and the new “CRISS ANGEL® Believe^™.” As 2008 comes to a close, the annual celebration will move to New York City to ring in the New Year with FOX News’ live coverage of the world-famous New Year’s Eve Ball making its descent into Times Square.

Hailing from North Carolina, Daughtry is a rock band formed and fronted by AMERICAN IDOL finalist Chris Daughtry in 2006. Their self-titled debut album was released that same year and reached No. 1 for two non-consecutive weeks on the Billboard 200, sold more than four million copies and was named the number one selling album of 2007 by Billboard. Their singles “It's Not Over” and “Home” both ranked in the Top 10 of the most-played songs on U.S. radio in 2007.

American rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd was formed in 1970 and is best known for their legendary hits “Sweet Home Alabama” and “Free Bird.” In 1977, a plane crash claimed the lives of several members including lead singer Ronnie Van Zant. The band reunited ten years later, and current members include Gary Rossington, Billy Powell, Rickey Medlocke, Ean Evans, Michael Cartellone, Mark Matejka and Johnny Van Zant, who replaced his older brother Ronnie. Lynyrd Skynyrd was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006.

Criss Angel is recognized as one of the most provocative artists in the world and has single-handedly brought about a resurgence of magic in popular culture. He first became interested in magic at age seven, and as an adolescent studied mysticism, music, martial arts and dance. Angel is currently the star and creator of the cable series “Criss Angel Mindfreak.” He is the first five-time recipient of the coveted Magician of the Year Award and has also recently been named “Magician of the Decade” by the International Magicians Society. He currently headlines the show “CRISS ANGEL Believe” live at Luxor Las Vegas.

Chrissy Russo is the weekday morning weather anchor on the San Diego FOX affiliate, KSWB. She is also a reporter for the San Diego Padres' pre-game show and helps the station maintain one of the market's highest “Q” ratings.

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NBC ANNOUNCES CONTESTANTS FOR EXCITING NEW COUPLES EDITION OF HIT WEIGHT LOSS SERIES 'THE BIGGEST LOSER,' PREMIERING TUESDAY, JANUARY 6

Universal City, Ca., December 18th, 2008.             NBC announced today the 11 new teams of two who will be competing in "The Biggest Loser: Couples," premiering Tuesday, January 6 (8-10 p.m. ET). Alison Sweeney (NBC's "Days of our Lives") hosts the popular series, and trainers Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels also star.

It's the biggest season ever on "The Biggest Loser" with 11 couples who begin the show with a combined weight of more than 3.5 tons. Season seven also marks several "firsts," with the series' oldest players yet (63-year-old grandparents), youngest male contestant (18), heaviest female contestant (379 lbs.) and heaviest contestant ever in the history of the show (454 lbs.). Teams of two – including mother/daughter, father/son, sisters, best friends, grandparents, cousins, an engaged couple and former models – will all come together hoping to transform their bodies, their health, and ultimately, their lives.

The new teams competing for the $250,000 grand prize are:

BEST FRIENDS:
Carla Triplett (Assistant bank manager), 36, and her best friend Joelle Gwynn (Non-profit founder), 41, Southfield, MI.

Daniel Wright (Student), 19, Willow Spring, NC, and his best friend, David Lee (Student), 23, Fuquay-Varina, NC.

COUSINS:
Sione Fa (Owner, landscape company), 28, Maricopa, AZ and his cousin, Filipe Fa (Lube technician), 26, Mesa, AZ.

Blaine Cotter (College counselor), 27, Gilbert, AZ and his cousin Dane Patterson (Real estate appraiser), 27, Mesa, AZ.

ENGAGED COUPLE:
Damien Gurganious (Industrial designer), 31, and his fiancée Nicole Brewer (Wardrobe stylist), 37, Brooklyn, NY.

FORMER MODELS:
Tara Costa (Model/Finance manager), 23, New York, NY, and her friend Laura Denoux (Model/Sales director), 24, Miami, FL.

FATHER/SON:
Ron Morelli (Retired food distributor, currently City Councilman), 54, and his son, Mike Morelli (Student), 18, South Lyon, MI.

GRANDPARENTS:
Estella Hayes (Retired nurse), 63 and her husband, Gerald "Jerry" Hayes (Retired engineer), 63, Wheaton, IL.

MOTHER/DAUGHTER:
Helen Phillips (Retired retail manager), 47, Sterling Heights, MI and her daughter, Shanon Thomas (Massage therapist), 29, Centerline, MI.

Cathy Skell (Title sales closing agent at real estate firm), 48, Shiocton, WI and her daughter, Kristin Steede (Business owner), 28, Greenville, WI.

SISTERS:
Amanda Kramer (Cosmetologist), 30, Boise, ID, and her sister, Aubrey Cheney (Information and education specialist), 28, Gooding, ID.

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SIR ELTON JOHN TO PERFORM ON 'NBC'S NEW YEAR'S EVE WTH CARSON DALY'

Universal City, Ca., December 22nd, 2008.             NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly has added an exclusive performance from rock superstar Elton John. John will join an impressive line-up of Grammy-winning and nominated performers on this year's show, and will perform his iconic hit "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me." The unprecedented combination of Elton John, Katy Perry, Ludacris, The Ting Tings, and T.I. gives NBC a musical line-up with universal appeal not found anywhere else on New Year's Eve.

Elton John has been wowing audiences with his Red Piano show in Las Vegas since 2004 and Elton John's New Year's Eve Party will see him perform his greatest hits live from the 02 arena in London. The show has been conceptualized and designed by acclaimed photographer and good friend of John, David LaChapelle. It's a visual masterpiece that expresses the very best times, and very worst times in John's life, making it a personal journey for both him and his legions of fans. The performance will also be shown live on ITV1 in the UK in conjunction with Whizz Kid Entertainment.

John, who has just finished his UK tour of the Red Piano and will return to Las Vegas early in the New Year, said: "I can't wait to spend New Year's Eve with my biggest fans in America and the UK. This will be a fantastic night. I can't think of a better way to see in 2009."

The fifth annual live NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly will for the first time broadcast beginning in primetime from 10-11 p.m. (ET) and continue in late night from 11:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. all in high definition. In addition to the musical lineup, Daly will have help bringing the celebration to the home audience with Saturday Today co-anchor Amy Robach, veteran "NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly" correspondent Alison Stewart and NBC News correspondent Luke Russert giving live reports from Times Square.

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THE SIMPSONS, THE HILLS, THE GRIFFINS AND THE SMITHS REVEAL THEIR 2009 NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS

Los Angeles, Ca., December 18th, 2008.             In preparation for the New Year, FOX’s Sunday night animated families have vowed to change their ways in 2009 with these New Year’s resolutions:

THE SIMPSONS Sundays (8:00-8:30 PM ET/PT)

Homer Simpson: In 2009, I will finally get around to voting for President.

Marge Simpson: I’ll try to be more assertive if it’s okay with everyone else.

Bart Simpson: I plan to raise a family of skunks in Principal Skinner’s car.

Lisa Simpson: I will make the world a colder, greener, jazzier place.

Grampa Simpson: Let’s just make this the best 1933 we can.

KING OF THE HILL Sundays (8:30-9:00 PM ET/PT)

Hank Hill: On a bi-weekly basis, I am going to send President Obama my suggestions for public works projects involving propane. I truly hope and believe he will be the “Propane President.”

Peggy Hill: It won't be easy or pretty, but I am determined to go down two shoe sizes. And I am going to get a pair of mirrored prescription sunglasses and win the World Series of Poker.

Bobby Hill: I resolve that this year, once and for all, I’m going to lose my baby fat.

Luanne Platter: I resolve to know where my baby is at all times. And to make sure that place is never on top of the car.

FAMILY GUY Sundays (9:00-9:30 PM ET/PT)

Peter Griffin: To use my intestinal gas in more creative and constructive ways.

Lois Griffin: To stop thinking about that yoga instructor at my gym.

Brian Griffin: Cut down on consumption of my own crotch.

Stewie Griffin: Spend more time admiring Abercrombie & Fitch window displays.

Meg Griffin: Teach myself how to shave my legs.

Chris Griffin: I know I’m young, but it’s never too early to start eating more fiber.

AMERICAN DAD Sundays (9:30-10:00 PM ET/PT)

Stan Smith: To try and understand one Maya Angelou poem.

Francine Smith: To find out why jerk chicken is called jerk chicken. I hope it’s not why I think.

Hayley Smith: To date a guy who has at least part ownership in a car.

Steve Smith: I am hoping to reinstate Pluto as a planet with the ultimate goal of it getting me some action.

Roger Smith: To buy a Labrador Retriever, raise it, love it and stand naked in front of it to gauge its reaction.

Klaus Smith: I will touch Ricky Martin somewhere on his head or face.

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NBC UNIVERSAL ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ITS ANNUAL 'STAND-UP FOR DIVERSITY' COMIC SEARCH

Burbank, Ca., December 18th, 2008.           Comedian Rob Stapleton took home top honors at NBC Universal's fifth-annual "Stand-Up for Diversity" comedy search held December 8 at The Highlands in Hollywood. Hosted by Bill Bellamy (host of NBC's "Last Comic Standing"), the event concludes a five-city search for the nation's funniest diverse comics.

As a result, Stapleton was signed to a one-year talent deal with NBC Universal. "Undoubtedly, Rob has a unique sense of humor and appealing style that make him stand out from the rest of very talented comedians," said Grace Wu, Senior Vice President, Casting, NBC Universal. "We can't wait to find the proper format for him on one of our NBC Universal primetime series that will fully display his comic versatility. In addition, his success shows that our 'Stand Up for Diversity' program continues to provide a valuable platform for such promising comedians."

Chosen finalists received the honor of joining the touring company of the NBC's "Stand-Up for Diversity Tour." Finalists include Meena Dimian, Erin Jackson, Hasan Minhaj, Bobby Miyamoto, Reese Waters, Billy D. Washington and Stapleton. In partnership with the National Association of College Campus Activities (N.A.C.A.), the tour is expected to perform at more than 50 college campuses nationwide. Additionally, all nine of the company members will be featured in February at the N.A.C.A convention in Nashville, Tennessee.

Stapleton is a New York-born comedian and actor who has been featured in Def Comedy Jam and the Bad Boys of Comedy. He is currently touring with the "The Top Dogs of Comedy," and can be seen in January 2009 in his very own Comedy Central half-hour stand-up special. Stapleton also will be joining the "Stand-Up for Diversity" 2009 tour as a correspondent capturing highlights from each city's open call and showcase.

In response to NBC Universal's tremendous success in 2007 with the "Stand-Up for Diversity" open calls and showcases, this year's nationwide search for the funniest comics of diverse backgrounds was expanded to include Chicago, Houston, Baltimore, Cleveland and New York City.

The talent search was overseen by Kendra Carter, Director, NBC Talent Diversity. All comedians were evaluated on the originality of their material, delivery, castability and overall performance. The nine finalists were selected from a pool of over 50 semi-finalists.

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NBC TO AIR PRIMETIME SPECIAL, 'THE BEIJING OLYMPIC OPENING CEREMONY: TV EVENT OF THE YEAR' SATURDAY, DEC. 27

New York, N.Y., December 18th, 2008.           In time for the holiday season, NBC will air a primetime special "The Beijing Olympic Opening Ceremony: TV Event of the Year" next Saturday, Dec. 27 from 8-10 p.m. ET/PT hosted by NBC Sports & Olympics host Bob Costas and "Today" co-host Matt Lauer. Costas and Lauer were hosts of the Beijing Olympic Opening Ceremony on 8.8.08. The special will take a new look at what was one of the great events of 2008, in which the world came together in record numbers to watch the critically acclaimed Ceremony. In fact, it is estimated that nearly 2 billion people worldwide watched the Opening Ceremony, which Reuters described as "a dazzling display."

NBC drew a record audience for the critically lauded Ceremony. In the nearly 50 years of televised Olympics, NBC's coverage of the Opening Ceremony in Beijing was the MOST VIEWED EVER for a non-U.S. Summer Olympics with nearly 70 million total viewers.

Acclaimed Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou, whom Time Magazine recently ranked No. 5 in their Person of the Year issue, directed the Ceremony at the "Bird's Nest," which featured a cast of 15,000. The show celebrated Chinese culture and its long, rich history, through spectacular use of fireworks, lights, colors, music, synchronized performances and climaxing with a dramatic lighting of the Olympic Cauldron. The special will not include the Parade of Nations.

Steven Spielberg, who wrote Zhang Yimou's entry for Time Magazine said, "On the eighth day of the eighth month of 2008, 2 billion TV viewers and thousands in attendance in the now famous Bird's Nest were treated to an unforgettable spectacle. In one evening of visual and emotional splendor, he educated, enlightened and entertained us all. In doing so, Zhang secured himself a place in world history."

USA Today called the Opening Ceremony an "astounding mix of cutting-edge technology and ancient traditions, its barrage of splash, spectacle, sound, light and the kind of thrill you only get from a cast of thousands…rewrote the record books."

"The Beijing Olympic Opening Ceremony: TV Event of the Year," also takes a look back at the greatest moments of the Beijing Games, including the record-setting performance from Michael Phelps. It also will include a brief look forward to the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics.

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"WHAT WOULD YOU DO?" SEASON PREMIERE ON TUES., JAN. 6 AT 10PM

New York, N.Y., December 18th, 2008.              The "Primetime" Limited Series Finds Out How People React When a Situation Cries Out for Action. Will They Step in, Back Away or Just Walk on by?

Suppose you witnessed a stranger slip a suspicious powder into his date's drink - would you tell his date? "What Would You Do?" finds out, when the highest rated news magazine in the key 18-49 demographic of last season returns on January 6. Using hidden cameras, the series captures people's reactions to provocative situations. Whether they're compelled to act or mind their own business, John Qui–ones reports on their split-second and often surprising decision-making process on this "Primetime" limited series, premiering TUESDAY, JANUARY 6 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

From light-hearted situations like missing out on a supermarket prize to potentially life-threatening scenarios where people are faced with how to handle a baby left alone in a hot car, the series will look at what people actually do in the face of everyday dilemmas that test their character and values. The Columbia Journalism Review said: "What Would You Do?" is "the flip side of reality TV...rather than show how people act in manufactured situations when they know they are being watched, they show us how people act when they don't." Some of this season's scenarios include:

* DATE RAPE DRUG: How will people handle witnessing a stranger slip a suspicious powder into his unsuspecting date's drink? What if the female is dressed provocatively?

* AMERICAN TOURISTS: For the first time, "What Would You Do?" travels overseas to find out how American tourists, oblivious to French culture, will be received in Paris. The Americans in this situation are loud, annoying and don't know the difference between haute couture and oat bran. John Qui–ones finds out what the French will do with these 'obnoxious Americans.'

* LATINO DAY LABORERS: "What Would You Do?" explores how people react when they witness blatant racial discrimination. In this scenario, Latino men and women attempt to place an order in broken English at a deli in downtown Linden, NJ. But their requests are met by extreme prejudice from the cashier. Hidden cameras capture how customers respond to the scenario.

In each hour there will be an interactive "What Would You Do" component, where viewers, by logging on to ABCNEWS.com, will have the opportunity to share their views online on how they would react to a situation.

"What Would You Do?" has won awards from the Chicago International Television Festival, and the Avon Foundation's 2006 Voice of Change Award for exposing "injustice and wrongdoing against women and bringing the message of domestic violence to the mainstream." The foundation called the program "an important work of journalism that illustrates the unwillingness of many people to become involved or speak out against domestic violence."

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SPECIAL EDITION OF ABC'S 20/20: VANISHED: MISSING IN MILWAUKEE

New York, N.Y., December 18th, 2008.             If your daughter were missing and you thought you knew who was responsible, how far would you go in pursuit of a man police haven't charged with a crime and whose family says is completely innocent? Milwaukee area mother Karren Kraemer took her hunt to a level many may find over the top. It is an obsession that threatened to ruin her marriage and tapped out her 401K.

"I'll do anything to find her," Karren says about her daughter, Becky Marzo, "I just need to say goodbye." But is Becky dead? And if so, where is her body? Or maybe she's still somewhere out there with a new name and a new identity... having fled an abusive boyfriend.

Elizabeth Vargas reports on the emotionally haunting mystery of a loved one's disappearance combined with the chilling realities of domestic violence on a special edition of "20/20" entitled "Vanished: Missing in Milawukee," WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7 (9:00-10:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

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UPCOMING GUESTS ON THE "LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN"

Thursday, Dec. 25                            Political satirist Stephen Colbert; actress Kristen Stewart; musical guests Super Diamond (repeat)

Friday, Dec. 26                                    Actor Tracy Morgan; comedian Matt Braunger

Show is dark week of Dec. 29. Following is the repeat schedule.

Monday, Dec. 29                             Actress Reese Witherspoon; musician Harry Connick Jr.

Tuesday, Dec. 30                             Actress Meryl Streep; comedian Jeff Altman

Wednesday, Dec. 31                        Actress Emma Thompson; musical guests Purple Reign

Thursday, Jan. 1                              Actor Adam Sandler; toy demo

Friday, Jan. 2                                   First Lady of France Carla Bruni; animal expert Jack Hanna; musical guests Cold Hard Cash

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SCHEDULED GUESTS ON ABC'S "JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE"

December 25 (OAD 11/7)
1. Host/Former NFL Quarterback Terry Bradshaw
2. Musical guest and panelist Robin Thicke

December 26 (OAD 11/6)
1. Actor Samuel L. Jackson ("Soul Men")
2. Actress Bridget Regan ("Legend of the Seeker")
3. Musical guest Hinder

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LISTINGS FOR "LATE NIGHT WITH CONAN O'BRIEN"

Thursday, December 25 – Show 2153 – Guests include Alan Alda, Billy Joel, and musical guest Billy Joel

Friday, December 26 – Show 2163 – Guests include Jim Carrey and musical guest Issac Hayes

Monday, December 29 – Show 2621 – Guests include Seth Rogen, Philippe Petit, and musical guest Al Green

Tuesday, December 30 – Show 2623 – Guests include Daniel Radcliffe, Steve Coogan, and The Hold Steady

Wednesday, December 31 – Show 2625 – Guests include Tiger Woods, Vanessa Minnillo, and Jiimmy Carr

Thursday, January 1 – Show 2629 – Guests include Nicolas Cage, Vivica A. Fox, and musical guest Delta Spirit

Friday, January 2 – Show 2633 – Guests include Keira Knightley, Tyler Perry, and Bill Burr

Monday, January 5 – Show 2696 – Guests include Benicio Del Toro, Sarah Chalke, and musical guest Doyle & Debbie

Tuesday, January 6 – Show 2697 – Guests include Kate Hudson, Tim Daly, and musical guest Bang Camaro

Wednesday, January 7 – Show 2698 – TBA

Thursday, January 8 – Show 2699 – Guests include Howie Mandel and musical guest Lady Antibellum

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UPCOMING GUESTS ON "THE LATE LATE SHOW with CRAIG FERGUSON"

Thursday, Dec. 25                    Actor George Hamilton; actress Cobie Smulders from the CBS comedy series "How I Met Your Mother"

Friday, Dec. 26                        Cooking with Kristen Bell and Wolfgang Puck

Monday, Dec. 29                     Actor Jim Parsons from the CBS comedy series "The Big Bang Theory"; music by Ray Davies

Tuesday, Dec. 30                     Actor Kevin Bacon; actress Sarah Shahi; music by The Bacon Brothers

Wednesday, Dec. 31              Host James Lipton; actress Sara Gilbert from the CBS comedy series "The Big Bang Theory"; music by Sarah McLachlan

Thursday, Jan. 1                    Actor Mark Harmon from the CBS drama series "NCIS"; comedian Ron White

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LISTINGS FOR 'LAST CALL WITH CARSON DALY'

Thursday, December 25 — 930 Jeff Ross / Shirley Manson with musical guests Cut Copy

Friday, December 26 — 948 Taylor Swift with musical guest Anthony Green

Monday, December 29 — 931 Matt Iseman and Elon Gold

Tuesday, December 30 — 936 Rich Eisen / Bobb'e J Thompson with musical guests The Knux

Wednesday, December 31 — 949 Rob Corddry / Butch Bradley with musical guests Gym Class Heroes

Thursday, January 1 — 941 T.I.

Friday January 2 — 943 Jay Mohr with musical guests The Sounds

Monday January 5 — 954 Donald Faison

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ON ABC'S "THE VIEW"

THURSDAY, DEC. 25 - Pre-Empted.

FRIDAY, DEC. 26 (OAD: 11/28/08) - Nicole Kidman ("Australia"); "Bank on 'The View'": Salon looks for less.

MONDAY, DEC. 29 (OAD: 12/1/08) - Randy Jackson ("American Idol"); musical guest Kristen Chenoweth (ABC's "Pushing Daisies").

TUESDAY, DEC. 30 - (OAD: 12/5/08) -- Hugh Jackman ("Australia"); Iraq war veteran JR Martinez and co-star Beth Ehlers (ABC's "All My Children").

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 31 - (OAD: 12/12/08) - Golden Globe(r) nominee Meryl Streep and Amy Adams ("Doubt"); author Carrie Fisher.

THURSDAY, JAN. 1 - Pre-Empted.

FRIDAY, JAN. 2- (OAD: 11/7/08) - Comedy theme show featuring Ricky Gervais, Mario Cantone and Steve Harvey.

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QUOTABLES FROM NBC'S 'LATE NIGHT WITH CONAN O'BRIEN'

"Yesterday at a press conference in Baghdad, an angry Iraqi threw his shoes at President Bush's head. When he saw the shoes, President Bush said, 'See? I KNEW you guys had weapons of mass destruction.'"

"The man who threw his shoes at President Bush is being hailed as a hero in Iraq. In fact, when he dies he'll be greeted in heaven by 72 podiatrists."

"It's being reported that Former President Clinton may have to testify at Hillary Clinton's confirmation hearings. Clinton says this time when I say, 'I did not have sexual relations with that woman – it will be true.'"

"Time-Warner Cable has come out with a calendar featuring pictures of sexy cable repairmen. Unfortunately the cable guy who posed for February won't show up until sometime between March and June."

"In Las Vegas, a group of showgirls from the 1950s are trying to bring back classic topless shows. The only difference is now the first two rows are reserved for their breasts."

"A man in Columbia has been arrested for building a tiny submarine to bring cocaine from Columbia to Mexico. The man said the hard part was swallowing the submarine."

"The Jenny Craig diet company announced that their new spokesperson will be Phylica Rashad, who will replace Kirstie Alley. Rashad said she's got some big shoes… and dresses and pants… to fill."

"In London, a man was recently sent to jail because he was caught asking Amy Winehouse if she wanted drugs. The man says he didn't want to offer Winehouse drugs – he just didn't know what else to talk to her about.""

"Johnson and Johnson announced they are buying a company that makes breast implants. The CEO of Johnson and Johnson said, "I'm doing this for my johnson.""

"Today, President Bush told reporters that the shoe-throwing incident was one of the weirdest moments of his presidency. Bush said the only thing weirder was the time he got re-elected."

"Some people are criticizing the Secret Service because the shoe-thrower caught them off-guard and the man was able to throw a second shoe. A spokesman for the Secret Service said, 'Sorry, but we were laughing our asses off.'"

"Yesterday Dick Cheney was interviewed by ABC News and he reflected on his 8 years in office. Then he turned into a bat and disappeared in a puff of smoke."

"Earlier today, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger said that his state needs to 'reduce toxic substances.' Of course when Arnold said it, it sounded like, 'Ragu taco submarines.'"

"According to a new survey, nearly half of women prefer the Internet to sex. Meanwhile, most men didn't know the Internet and sex are two different things."

"This week, Burger King introduced a new body spray for men that combines the smell of flame-broiled meat with several other scents. In case you're wondering – the other scents are 'sadness' and 'desperation.'"

"The other day, Elton John said he would rather have his penis and testicles bitten off by a dog than watch a show like 'American Idol.' When Ryan Seacrest heard this he got on all fours and yelled 'Woof, woof.'"

"In Florida, a man has been accused of breaking into a drug-testing center and stealing a refrigerator filled with urine samples. Afterwards, the man said, 'That was the worst Mountain Dew I ever had.'"

"There's a major cold front moving across the country, and earlier this week, the state of South Dakota had a temperature of minus 19 degrees. Apparently it was so cold – that at Mount Rushmore – you could see Lincoln's nipples."

"Last night a snowstorm hit Chicago, but Celine Dion refused to cancel her concert. People in Chicago said the snowstorm was the 2nd worst thing that came down from Canada that night."

"It was reported today that the Iraqi journalist who threw the shoes at President Bush had his arm broken when security personnel subdued him. Even worse, it was his shoe-throwing arm."

"In a recent interview, President Bush said that he has a collection of over 250 autographed baseballs. Unfortunately, the question the interviewer asked was 'Do you have an exit strategy for Iraq?'"

"This afternoon, the Illinios Supreme court refuse to hear a motion to throw Governor Blagojevitch out of office. Afterwards Blagojevich thanked the Supreme Court and said, 'Your check's in the mail.'"

"This week, Dick Cheney was interviewed by ABC News and he said that he will miss being Vice President. Then he said: 'And I'll really miss being President.'"

"In order to deal with the bad economy, the governor of New York wants to put a tax on massages. The tax will be known as the 'unhappy ending' tax.

"Earlier today in Phoenix, police arrested a man who was trying to get close to Lindsay Lohan. Experts say it's the closest a man has been to Lohan in 2 years."

"The other night Brad Pitt told Larry King that he has started thinking about mortality and death a lot. When Larry asked him when he started thinking about death, Brad said, 'When I walked into your studio.'"

"This week President Bush hosted the annual White House Hanukkah party. There was an awkward moment when Bush made a wish and blew out all 8 candles."

"Yesterday the city of Las Vegas had a record 3.6 inches of snow. As a result kids in Las Vegas spent the day outside building snow-hookers."

"Time magazine has selected their person of the year and guess what, it's President-elect Barack Obama. Ironically Ebony magazine announced that their person of the year is Ed Begley Jr."

"Gay leaders are furious with Barack Obama, because he picked an anti-gay minister to deliver a prayer during the inauguration ceremony. Gay leaders say are also furious at Obama because the tie he's planning to wear is 'all wrong.'"

"President Bush is hosting a lunch next month with President-elect Obama and all the former presidents. Bush said, 'I invited all 43 guys and but only 4 responded.'"

"According to a new survey, the most admired profession is doctor. The least admired profession? Governor Blagojevich's barber."

"Mexico City has begun working on expanding its subway system. Apparently they're adding stops in San Diego and Los Angeles."

"The Mayor of Jersey City, New Jersey, says he's releasing a CD of Christmas Songs. The album will be called 'It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas, If By Christmas You Mean Track Suits, Chest Hair and Mullets.'"

"In a recent interview, Paris Hilton said, 'Once I've worn a dress, I can never wear it again.' When asked why, Paris said, 'Beats me – it's some new rule from the health department.'"

"Residents of Denver are angry about a public sculpture because some people say it looks like a giant penis. Others say it looks like a tall, armless, statue of Dr. Phil."

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THE "LATE SHOW" TOP TEN "Least Popular Holiday Songs"

10.       On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me absolutely nothing because of the bad economy.

9.         Amy, the red-nosed Winehouse, will need a new liver soon.

8.         I'm dreaming of a white Christmas but Al Gore tells me we're all screwed.

7.         Biden might do alright if his hair plugs stay in tight.

6.         Dr. Tannenbaum, Dr. Tannenbaum, is Cialis right for me?

5.         Deck the halls with illegal payoffs Bla-Bla-Bla-Bla-Bla Blagojevich.

4.         Ahmadinejad, Ahmadinejad, Ahmadinejad, you set our heart aglow like a spent fuel rod.

3.         It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, 1929.

2.         I have an irregular heartbeat pah-rump-puh-puh-pum-pum

1.          Joy to the world, George Bush is done.

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THE "LATE SHOW" TOP TEN "Things Jim Carrey Will Always Say Yes To"

10.       Dressing up like an Iraqi and throwing a shoe at President Bush.

9.         Watching YouTube video of guys getting hit in the nuts.

8.         A fan asking for a hug - unless it's a dude.

7.         Fresh ground pepper.

6.         David Letterman's drunken requests to see me taking a bath.

5.         People asking me to say, "All-righty then!" That never gets old.

4.         Sex with a big, fat roadside waitress.

3.         Lucrative endorsement deals: Remember, you're not fully clean unless you're Zestfully clean.

2.         The question, "Aren't you Jim Carrey, the funniest, sexiest, most talented man in all of Hollywood?

1.        Tub time with Larry King.

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THE "LATE SHOW" TOP TEN "Craziest Things People Say About Tom Cruise on the Internet"

10.       I sleep upside-down suspended in a special bat-like harness.

9.         During the filming of "Days of Thunder," on a dare I ate a tire.

8.         I still wear those underpants from "Risky Business."

7.         My real name is Tom Blagojevich.

6.         I once Heimliched a koala.

5.         Once a month, I take the Universal tour naked.

4.         I believe all emotional and psychological disorders can be cured with Vicks Vaporub.

3.         I'm a power-mad egomaniac who's completed insulated from reality. Oh, wait, that's Letterman.

2.         After jumping on her couch, Oprah hammer-locked me til I coughed blood.

1.         I keep a cell phone in my pants so I can tell friends, "Call my ass."

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THE "LATE SHOW" TOP TEN "Least Popular Mall Stores"

10.       Old Gravy

9.         Bed, Bath and Blagojevich

8.         Infected Foot Locker

7.         Men's Big, Tall And Stupid

6.         Turban Outfitters

5.         JC Penniless (That's how bad the economy is, people!)

4.         Hammacher Schlemmacher Hamma Schlemma Hammaschlemmacher Schlem Schlem

3.         Bernie Madoff's Ponzi Scheme Mart

2.         Amy Winehouse House of Wine

1.        Condoleezza's Secret

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