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“LIFE UNEXPECTED” PREMIERES JAN. 18, 2010 JOINING HIT SERIES “ONE TREE HILL” AND “GOSSIP GIRL” IN MONDAY NIGHT ROTATION (Read More)	GORDON RAMSAY TO STAR IN CULINARY COMPETITION “MASTERCHEF” ON FOX (Read More)	UNITED STATES SECRETARY OF THE NAVY RAY MABUS TO APPEAR ON "NCIS," TUESDAY, NOV. 24 (Read More)

NBC'S UNWRAPS A BUNDLE OF HOLIDAY-THEMED SERIES AND SPECIALS       (Read More)

ABC AIRS BEYONCÉ AND PAUL MCCARTNEY SPECIALS ON THANKSGIVING       (Read More)

LL COOL J WILL HOST AND BLACK EYED PEAS, SUGARLAND AND MAXWELL WILL PERFORM ON "THE GRAMMY(R) NOMINATIONS CONCERT LIVE! DEC. 2 ON CBS       (Read More)

JENNIFER HUDSON: I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS       (Read More)

"THE 11TH ANNUAL A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS WITH FAITH HILL," TO BE BROADCAST WEDNESDAY, DEC. 23 ON THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK       (Read More)

ABC ANNOUNCES NEW "BACHELOR" PREMIERE       (Read More)

FASHION GURU TIM GUNN AND SENSATIONAL STYLIST TABATHA COFFEY ARE GUESTS ON NBC'S "THE BIGGEST LOSER" AIRING TUES., NOV. 17 (8:30-10 P.M. ET)       (Read More)

ABC ANNOUNCES NEW SERIES, LET’S DANCE       (Read More)

NBC'S NEW SERIES 'LOSING IT WITH JILLIAN' KICKS OFF AUDITIONS IN LOS ANGELES SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8       (Read More)

GREEN DAY TO PERFORM ON "NBC'S NEW YEARS EVE WITH CARSON DALY"       (Read More)

FOX AND BILLBOARD RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH “BILLBOARD’S NEW YEAR’S EVE LIVE” THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31, ON FOX       (Read More)

"THE NATIONAL DOG SHOW " ON THANKSGIVING DAY, NOVEMBER 26, ON NBC       (Read More)

NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED FOR PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS 2010 TO BE HOSTED BY QUEEN LATIFAH JAN. 6 ON THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK       (Read More)

CBS INTERACTIVE MUSIC GROUP PRESENTS "LIVE ON LETTERMAN" WEBCAST WITH JOHN MAYER, THURSDAY, NOV. 19       (Read More)

QUOTABLES FROM "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE'S WEEKEND UPDATE WITH SETH MEYERS" NOVEMBER 7, 2009.       (Read More)

QUOTABLES FROM "LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON" November 2 - November 6       (Read More)

NEW DRAMA “LIFE UNEXPECTED” PREMIERES JANUARY 18, 2010 JOINING HIT SERIES “ONE TREE HILL” AND “GOSSIP GIRL” IN MONDAY NIGHT ROTATION

Los Angeles, Ca., November 11, 2009.               The CW Network will air all-original episodes of three series, Gossip Girl, One Tree Hill & the new drama Life Unexpected, on Monday nights from mid-January through May 2010. The three series will air in a revolving schedule as follows:

Life Unexpected will premiere Monday, January 18 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET), following the return of original episodes of One Tree Hill that night in the 8:00-9:00 p.m. timeslot.

On March 8, Life Unexpected will move to the 8:00-9:00 p.m. timeslot, followed by the return of original episodes of the pop-culture sensation Gossip Girl from 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET. On April 19, after Life Unexpected has completed its initial 13-episode run, the Monday-night schedule will finish the broadcast season with One Tree Hill at 8:00 p.m. and Gossip Girl at 9:00 p.m.

Gossip Girl is The CW’s number one series in W18-34 (3.4/8). This week’s episode of One Tree Hill hit or matched season highs.

Life Unexpected is the story of 15-year-old Lux (Britt Robertson, “Swingtown”), who, after spending her life bouncing from one foster family to another, has decided it’s time to become an emancipated minor. Her journey through the legal maze leads Lux to her biological parents, Nate “Baze” Bazile (Kristoffer Polaha, “Mad Men”) and Cate Cassidy (Shiri Appleby, “E.R.”). When a judge unexpectedly grants temporary joint custody to Baze and Cate, they agree to make a belated attempt to give Lux the family she deserves. Life Unexpected is produced by Mojo Films in association with CBS Television Studios and Warner Bros. Television with executive producers Liz Tigelaar (”Brothers and Sisters,” “What About Brian”), Janet Leahy (”Boston Legal,” “Gilmore Girls”) and Gary Fleder (”October Road”).

Gossip Girl was created by Mark Schwahn and is executive produced by Schwahn, Joe Davola, Greg Prange, Mike Tollin and Brian Robbins. Gossip Girl is a Mastermind Laboratories and Tollin/Robbins Production in association with Warner Bros. Television.

Filmed in New York and based on the popular series of young-adult novels by Cecily von Ziegesar, Gossip Girl is from College Hill Pictures and Alloy Entertainment in association with Warner Bros. Television and CBS Television Studios with executive producers Josh Schwartz (”Chuck,” “The O.C.”), Stephanie Savage (”The O.C.”), Bob Levy (”The Vampire Diaries”), Leslie Morgenstein (”The Vampire Diaries”), John Stephens (”Gilmore Girls,” “The O.C.”) and co-executive producer Joshua Safran.

The Monday midseason rotation will be as follows:

January 18 - March 1

8:00-9:00 pm One Tree Hill
9:00-10:00 pm Life Unexpected

March 8 - April 12

8:00-9:00 pm Life Unexpected
9:00-10:00 pm Gossip Girl

April 19 - Season Finales

8:00-9:00 pm One Tree Hill
9:00-10:00 pm Gossip Girl

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GORDON RAMSAY TO STAR IN CULINARY COMPETITION “MASTERCHEF” ON FOX

Los Angeles, Ca., November 4th, 2009.               Famed chef Gordon Ramsay is bringing Masterchef (working title), a new culinary competition series based on the smash hit U.K. and Australian format, to FOX. Masterchef will take wannabe chefs who simply cook as a hobby and have absolutely no experience in the food industry and attempt to turn one of them into a MasterChef.

Contestants on Masterchef will be put through the paces with various challenges as they compete head-to-head to create delicious dishes. The series will serve as a unique platform for people from all walks of life who want to follow their dream of working as a professional chef. These everyday at-home cooks will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to show their passion and excitement for food as they are put to the test and judged by world-renowned chefs.

“Gordon Ramsay is the biggest cooking star on television today and one of the most dynamic personalities on FOX, so we jumped at the opportunity to work with him to bring Masterchef to the U.S.,” said Mike Darnell, President of Alternative Entertainment for Fox Broadcasting Company. “Masterchef searches for people who possess that perfect blend of creativity, innovation and passion for creating great dishes – rather than focusing on running a kitchen – that earns them the title of MasterChef.”

“Masterchef has already become a cultural phenomenon in the U.K. and Australia, breaking ratings records in two of the world’s biggest markets,” said Mark Koops and Howard T. Owens, Managing Directors of Reveille. “We’re excited to work with FOX to replicate that success while bringing a fresh, new U.S. spin to this proven format.”

“We’re excited to work with FOX and Reveille to make Masterchef a huge hit,” said Pat Llewellyn, Vice President of One Potato Two Potato. “With GORDON RAMSAY: COOKALONG LIVE and now Masterchef, One Potato Two Potato is proud to be bringing the biggest food shows on the planet to FOX.”

Chef Ramsay will challenge and coach the amateurs all the way to the finish line. However, known for his explosive outbursts, he won’t be afraid to tell the chefs the cold, hard truth about their cooking along the way.

Masterchef is produced by Reveille, Shine TV and One Potato Two Potato. Shine International handles international distribution for the Masterchef format.

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UNITED STATES SECRETARY OF THE NAVY RAY MABUS TO APPEAR ON "NCIS," TUESDAY, NOV. 24

Los Angeles, Ca., November 9th, 2009.               Ray Mabus, the 75th United States Secretary of the Navy, will make a cameo appearance on NCIS, Tuesday, Nov. 24 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. In the episode "Child's Play," the team must put their Thanksgiving plans on hold when the death of a Marine leads them to a government think tank that employs child prodigies. Secretary Mabus will play an NCIS agent.

Prior to his current position, Secretary Mabus served in numerous top posts, such as the Governor of Mississippi and the U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Secretary Mabus was appointed Secretary of the Navy by President Barack Obama and sworn in on June 18, 2009.

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NBC'S UNWRAPS A BUNDLE OF HOLIDAY-THEMED SERIES AND SPECIALS

Universal City, Ca., November 11th, 2009.               NBC gives the gift of holiday-themed series episodes and specials throughout late November and December with a multitude of festivities, a special military audience for "The Jay Leno Show" airing Thanksgiving evening and a night of holiday-themed Thursday night comedies from "Community," "Parks and Recreation," "The Office" and "30 Rock" on December 10.

In addition, NBC premieres "The Sing-Off" as a four-night holiday event series beginning Monday, December 14 featuring the hottest a cappella singing groups from across America competing for the chance at an Epic Records/Sony Entertainment recording contract. Also, a new SNL holiday special "Saturday Night Live Christmas 2009" is set to air on Thursday, December 17.

Other programs joining in on the holiday spirit are the family friendly specials and movies -- the all-new special "Merry Madagascar," "83rd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Parade," "The National Dog Show Presented by Purina," "Christmas in Rockefeller Center," "A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa," "It's a Wonderful Life," "NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly" and the "121st Tournament of Roses Parade."

Following are programming dates and show descriptions (in order of airdate, all times ET):

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 (8-8:30 p.m.) and repeating SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28 (8-8:30 p.m.) "Merry Madagascar"

DreamWorks Animation presents a brand new holiday adventure starring everyone's favorite Central Park "zoosters." "Merry Madagascar" begins when Santa (Carl Reiner) and his sleigh unexpectedly crash land on the island, giving the jolly gentleman a case of amnesia. So it falls to Alex (Ben Stiller), Marty (Chris Rock), Melman (David Schwimmer), and Gloria (Jada Pinkett Smith) along with the ever-inventive Penguins to deliver the presents and save Christmas. And, it doesn't hurt that Santa's sleigh just might be able to make a little trip to New York City so they can finally return to their beloved home. But, during their rounds, the four re-discover the magic of giving and that it's ultimately more important than their own wish to return home. Throw in a long-lasting North Pole/South Pole rivalry between the Penguins and Santa's Reindeer, magic flying dust and a King Julien-based holiday called (what else?) 'Julianuary' and "Merry Madagascar" serves up a comedic holiday story like no other! Andy Richter and "Cedric the Entertainer" also star.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23 (8-9 p.m.)
"Heroes"

THANKSGIVING UNITES FAMILIES TOGETHER AND BRINGS NEW REVELATIONS - H.R.G. (Jack Coleman) hosts an untraditional Thanksgiving dinner. Elsewhere, the Petrelli family gets a surprise guest at their table. Meanwhile, Samuel (Robert Knepper) continues to hold Hiro (Masi Oka) hostage as Lydia (guest star Dawn Olivieri) goes in search for the truth. Greg Grunberg, Hayden Panettiere, Adrian Pasdar, Zachary Quinto, Sendhil Ramamurthy, Cristine Rose and Milo Ventimiglia also star. Ashley Crow, Jimmy Jean-Louis, Madeline Zima, Ray Park, Harry Perry, Elisabeth Rohm and Andrew Connolly also guest star.

"Trauma" (9-10 p.m.)

THANKSGIVING PLANS ARE PUT ON HOLD WHEN AN AIRPLANE IS FORCED DOWN - Thanksgiving travel gets dangerous when a packed commercial airliner must make an emergency landing that goes terribly wrong. Meanwhile, Nancy (Anastasia Griffith) finds herself reluctant to spend the holiday with her family. Elsewhere, Boone (Derek Luke) and Tyler (Kevin Rankin) respond to an unusually common Thanksgiving emergency. Cliff Curtis, Aimee Garcia, Taylor Kinney and Jamey Sheridan also star. John Terry, Matt Barr, Ryan Michelle Bathe and Scottie Thompson guest-star.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.)
"83rd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade"

NATIONAL TRADITION RETURNS AS MACY'S THANKSGIVING PARADE IS HOSTED BY 'TODAY' STARS -- Meredith Vieira, Matt Lauer, and Al Roker ("Today") will host the "83rd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade" kicking off the festivities at 77th Street and Central Park West and taking a whole new route. Celebrating the start of the holiday season will be performers from stage and screen riding atop the parade's moving stages. Stars will include Bello, Grandma and the cast of the Big Apple Circus, Andrea Bocelli, Boys Like Girls, Alan Cumming, Billy Currington, DJ Lance Rock and the cast of "Yo Gabba Gabba!," Jimmy Fallon and The Roots, Gloria Gaynor, Emily Hughes, Kermit the Frog and Tiffany Thornton, Jane Krakowski, Ziggy Marley with Judah Marley, Katherine McPhee, Miss America 2009 Katie Stam, the cast and Muppets of Sesame Street, Mitchel Musso, Keke Palmer, The Pizzarelli Quartet, Jay Sean and Carly Simon. The parade will feature many eye-catching floats and balloons and will offer many new additions including the Pillsbury Doughboy, Ronald McDonald, Spider-Man, and Sailor Mickey Mouse. Broadcast on NBC since 1948, the parade has been transformed by television into a national tradition. The executive producers are Brad Lachman and Bill Bracken.

"The National Dog Show Presented by Purina" (12 noon - 2 p.m.)

CELEBRATE THE 'BEST IN SHOW' ON THANKSGIVING DAY- Returning to host the "National Dog Show Presented by Purina" television show is renowned comedic actor, author, canine aficionado and TV personality John O'Hurley ("Seinfeld"). He will be joined by expert analyst David Frei, who is an AKC-licensed judge and TV personality. The competition for "Best in Show" is the centerpiece of a family-oriented celebration of the world of canines. This year three new American Kennel Club-recognized breeds will make their national television and major competition debuts: The Irish Red and White Setter, Norwegian Buhund and Pyrenean Shepherd.

"The Jay Leno Show" (10-11 p.m.)

'THE JAY LENO SHOW' IS ALL NEW AND CELEBRATING THANKSGIVING WITH MEGAN FOX AND A SPECIAL STUDIO AUDIENCE OF MEN AND WOMEN CURRENTLY SERVING IN THE U.S. THE MILITARY

"The Jay Leno Show" is all new on Thanksgiving night with guest Megan Fox. Additionally, the show is recognizing the men and women who serve in the U.S. military by inviting representatives from each branch to sit in the studio audience for the special holiday taping.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2 (8-9 p.m.)
"Christmas in Rockefeller Center"

LIGHTING UP THE WORLD'S MOST FAMOUS CHRISTMAS TREE -- NBC heralds the arrival of the holidays on Wednesday, December 2 with a dazzling display of musical talent and the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree during the 12th annual "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" telecast. The star-studded 77th annual tree lighting extravaganza will feature an array of musical superstars performing current hits and holiday classics from Rockefeller Center in New York City. Prior to the network special, WNBC NBC's New York flagship station, will broadcast an additional live hour of the special (7-8 p.m. ET). "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" is produced by Brad Lachman Productions with Lachman serving as executive producer and Bill Bracken as producer.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10 (8-8:30 p.m.)
"Community"

SHIRLEY THROWS A HOLIDAY PARTY FOR THE GANG; ANTHONY MICHAEL HALL ('THE BREAKFAST CLUB') GUEST-STARS AS A CAMPUS BULLY -Shirley (Yvette Nicole Brown) throws a Christmas party for the gang and much to her surprise learns her classmates come from a variety of backgrounds. Meanwhile, Jeff (Joel McHale) is challenged by the school bully (guest star Anthony Michael Hall) and faces the reality that he may fail Spanish 101. Chevy Chase, Gillian Jacobs, Danny Pudi, Alison Brie, Donald Glover and Ken Jeong also star.

"Parks and Recreation (8:30-9 p.m.)

LESLIE BECOMES THE CENTER OF A HOLIDAY SCANDAL-- LOUIS C.K. ("LUCKY LOUIE") GUEST STARS-Leslie (Amy Poehler) designs the Pawnee Winter Wonderland Festival, but has to hide from the press when a meeting with a disgraced Councilman lands her in the middle of a sex scandal. Meanwhile, Ron (Nick Offerman) offers to cover for Leslie for the day, and quickly discovers how much work she really does. Aziz Ansari, Rashida Jones, Aubrey Plaza and Chris Pratt also star.

"The Office" (9-9:30 p.m.)

MICHAEL AND PHYLLIS FIGHT OVER SANTA PRIVILEGES-Michael (Golden Globe winner Steve Carell) is outraged when Jim (John Krasinski) allows Phyllis (Phyllis Smith) to be Santa at the office Christmas party. Jim and Dwight (Rainn Wilson) try to get everyone into the holiday spirit despite the uncertainty with Dunder Mifflin. Meanwhile, Oscar (Oscar Nunez) has a secret crush. Jenna Fischer, Ed Helms, Leslie David Baker, Brian Baumgartner, Kate Flannery, Mindy Kaling, Angela Kinsey, Creed Bratton, Paul Lieberstein, B.J. Novak, Ellie Kemper and Craig Robinson also star.

"30 Rock" (9:30-10 p.m.)

ALWAYS EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON AT 'TGS'; CHEYENNE JACKSON GUEST-STARS--Jack's (Alec Baldwin) interest in a new social networking site unexpectedly reconnects him with a high school crush. Kenneth (Jack McBrayer) tries to organize a Secret Santa Fun Swap, but not without resistance from some of the staff members. Meanwhile, Liz (Tina Fey) battles the task of buying a gift that's good enough for Jack, and Jenna (Jane Krakowski) is horrified at the prospect of sharing her annual Christmas solo. Tracy Morgan, Scott Adsit, Judah Friedlander and Keith Powell also star.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11 (8-9 p.m.) and SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19 (8-9 p.m.)
"A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa"

MUPPETS MUST GET LETTERS TO SANTA ON TIME -- In "A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa," the Emmy and Grammy-Award winning Muppets deliver a one-hour special filled with songs, mayhem and heaps of holiday high spirits. On Christmas Eve, Kermit, Fozzie, Gonzo and the rest of the gang mistakenly avert three letters from making their way to Santa Claus. Can they get the letters to Santa in time? Needless to say, nothing -- not even Miss Piggy's planned trip to the tropics -- can stand between the Muppets and a Merry Christmas. The special boasts songs by Paul Williams (songwriter for "The Muppet Movie"), an all-star cast including Whoopi Goldberg, Richard Griffiths, Jane Krakowski, Tony Sirico, Steve Schirripa, Uma Thurman, Petra Nemcova, Jesse L. Martin and Madison Pettis -- and a heartfelt message about the true meaning of the holiday season - makes "A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa" destined to become a new holiday family classic. The special is produced by Muppets Productions, Inc.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 14, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER16 AND MONDAY, DECEMBER 21 (8-10 p.m.)
Series premiere of "The Sing-Off"

DEBUT OF 'THE SING-OFF' OFFERS A CAPPELLA VOICE COMPETITION -- "The Sing-Off" is a four-night event premiering Monday, December 14 (8-10 p.m. ET) that features a one-of-a-kind battle of voices that continues on December 15 and 16, culminating with a live finale on December 21 (8-10 p.m. ET each night). The show will feature the country's top eight a cappella groups performing popular songs in a way that viewers never heard them before. There's no lip-synching, back-up bands or safety net. They'll be singing for America's vote with the winner walking away with the ultimate prize -- an Epic Records/Sony Music recording contract. "The Sing-Off" is produced by Joel Gallen's ("America's Best Dance Crew") Tenth Planet Productions, Outlaw Entertainment and Sony Pictures Television. Joel Gallen, Deb Newmyer and Sam Weisman are executive producers.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 (8-11 p.m.) and THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24 (8-11 p.m.)
"It's a Wonderful Life"

MOST 'WONDERFUL' HOLIDAY MOVIE IN FRANK CAPRA CLASSIC -- NBC presents Frank Capra's 1946 holiday classic, "It's a Wonderful Life," starring James Stewart, Donna Reed and Lionel Barrymore. The film follows the life of George Bailey (Stewart) from childhood to maturity in the town of Bedford Falls. On what might be his last Christmas Eve, a discouraged Bailey wants to throw his life away. Fortunately, Clarence (Henry Travers), a second-class angel, is sent to show him the value of life. After Clarence gives Bailey a view of Bedford Falls without him, Bailey realizes how precious his life is and gets a second chance. He comes to learn that Clarence was right when he said, "No man is a failure who has friends." The film, which earned Oscar nominations for best picture, director, actor and film editing, was produced and directed by Capra.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17 (8-10 p.m.)
"Saturday Night Live Christmas 2009"

SNL CELEBRATES THE HOLIDAYS - This new holiday special features the funniest and most festive holiday sketches from "Saturday Night Live's" 35-year history. Lorne Michaels is the executive producer and Marci Klein produces.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31 (10-11 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.)
"NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly"

GREEN DAY HELPS TO RING IN THE NEW YEAR-Carson Daly's two-hour New Year's Eve special will air live on Thursday, December 31, beginning in primetime from 10-11 p.m. (ET), and continuing at 11:30 p.m. (ET) with the countdown to 2010 and the first performances of the New Year. "NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly" will broadcast in high definition from the middle of the world's most famous New Year's Eve destination, Times Square in New York City. Musical guests Green Day will perform.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 1, 2010 (11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
"121st Tournament of Roses Parade"

NBC's live, high-definition coverage of the "121st Tournament of Roses Parade" from Pasadena, California will feature heroic pilot Captain Chesley Sullenberger as this year's Grand Marshal. The parade, whose theme this year will be "A Cut Above The Rest," will feature all the lavish floral floats, spectacular marching bands and high-stepping equestrian teams that have made the New Year's Day event so popular. This year's Rose Queen and her court will also appear, along with special guests on spectacular floats, all paying tribute to everyday heroes. NBC has been broadcasting the New Year's Day parade for 83 years, beginning on radio in 1927 and then televising the event beginning in 1954. Arthur Forrest is the executive producer/director, Carol Kahl is the supervising producer and Stephanie Prescott is the coordinating producer for NBC Entertainment. Tom Patino is the line producer.

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ABC AIRS BEYONCÉ AND PAUL MCCARTNEY SPECIALS ON THANKSGIVING

Los Angeles, Ca., November 11th, 2009.               On Thanksgiving night, November 26, the ABC Network will air back-to-back hours from two of the world's biggest music stars, Beyoncé and Paul McCartney. Both specials will incorporate rarely seen footage of Beyoncé and Paul McCartney, revealing interviews from the artists and their unique musical performances.

"Beyoncé: I am...Yours," at 9:00 p.m., ET
In Beyoncé's first network special with ABC, viewers get a front row seat to an intimate performance from the iconic artist. The hour-long special captures the superstar's appearance at the Encore Theater in Wynn, Las Vegas this past summer, where she tells the story of her career through music and dance. Woven throughout the special are backstage moments, footage of her off stage life, and rare childhood video. Additionally, viewers will get to know her famously all-female band -- drums, keys, bass, guitar, horns and percussion players. Beyoncé shares how she transformed herself from a talented nine-year-old into one of the world's most powerful musical forces - and what she thinks of it all.

"Paul McCartney: Good Evening New York City," at 10:00 p.m., ET
Forty-four years ago, four kids from Liverpool performed what was then the largest, highest grossing rock concert ever - the Beatles Live at Shea Stadium. In the summer of 2009, Paul McCartney did it again, performing at Shea's former site, New York's Citi Field in Queens, NY. ABC will bring viewers this dazzling concert in which he performs Beatles, Wings and solo classics. Culled from nearly three hours of music and video, the program is an emotional journey through his legendary 50-year musical career and includes footage of the original Beatles concert at Shea. McCartney also talks candidly about those early days and what it was like to return to a place where he performed at the height of Beatlemania.

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LL COOL J WILL HOST AND BLACK EYED PEAS, SUGARLAND AND MAXWELL WILL PERFORM ON "THE GRAMMY(R) NOMINATIONS CONCERT LIVE! DEC. 2 ON CBS

New York, N.Y., November 11, 2009.               For the second year in a row, two-time GRAMMY Award winner LL COOL J will host THE GRAMMY^® NOMINATIONS CONCERT LIVE! - COUNTDOWN TO MUSIC'S BIGGEST NIGHT^®, broadcasting live from Club NOKIA in Los Angeles on Wednesday, Dec. 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Three-time GRAMMY^® Award winner the Black Eyed Peas, six-time GRAMMY-nominated Maxwell and GRAMMY winner Sugarland are the first performers announced for the special. Additional presenters, performers and information will be announced shortly. This marks the second consecutive year that nominations for the annual GRAMMY Awards will be announced live on primetime television. The special will once again set the stage for the annual GRAMMY Awards telecast and will announce nominations in several categories as well as feature performances by past GRAMMY winners and/or nominees.

The road to Music's Biggest Night culminates with "THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY^® AWARDS" at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles live on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010 (8:00-11:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

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JENNIFER HUDSON: I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS

New York, N.Y., November 9th, 2009.               As previously announced, Jennifer Hudson, the multitalented actress-singer whose accolades include an Academy Award for the movie "Dreamgirls" and a Grammy for "Best R&B Album," heads back to her hometown of Chicago to share childhood memories of the music, people and places that set the stage for her phenomenal success in her first television special, "Jennifer Hudson: I'll Be Home for Christmas," MONDAY, DECEMBER 14 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Joining Hudson in her first holiday music special is guest Grammy Award® winner Michael Bublé, whose new CD "Crazy Love" debuted last month at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 Chart. Bublé is set to perform the Christmas classics "Baby It's Cold Outside" and "Let It Snow" as duets with Hudson. Hudson will also perform holiday hits such as "Silent Night," "The Christmas Song" and "O Holy Night."

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"THE 11TH ANNUAL A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS WITH FAITH HILL," TO BE BROADCAST WEDNESDAY, DEC. 23 ON THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK

New York, N.Y., November 10th, 2009.                THE 11TH ANNUAL A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS WITH FAITH HILL, a new entertainment special to be broadcast Wednesday, Dec. 23 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, will include moving performances by five-time Grammy Award winner and Academy of Country Music (ACM) Award winner Faith Hill, who headlines for the second time, Grammy Award-winning singer Mary J. Blige, musician and featured adoptee Michael Franti, Grammy and ACM Award-winning country superstar Reba McEntire, Grammy Award-winning Latin pop singer Shakira and Grammy and ACM Award-winning star Carrie Underwood, among others. Jenna Elfman ("Accidentally on Purpose") and Nia Vardalos ("My Big Fat Greek Wedding") are among the celebrities presenting inspirational stories about adoption.

Following the success of the past 10 annual shows, the special continues to tell touching stories about foster care adoption to raise awareness for this important social issue. The inspirational stories of these American families are enhanced by performances from some of today's most popular artists.

The musical performances frame several pre-taped story segments which are presented by celebrities who either have their own adoption experiences or are involved with children's issues. The stories highlight many exceptional American children and families involved in this rewarding process.

Farmakis Family (Elkhorn, Wis.)

•·        Minuette and her little sister, Josette, endured years of abuse and neglect before a fifth grade teacher made a decision that would change their lives. "I always tried to protect my little sister and when my teacher said she could help us get into foster care, I knew that there was finally a way that we could be safe," says 18-year-old Minuette. After three years of foster care, the girls were adopted by their loving new parents, Dan and Angela Farmakis in 2007. "Having a family and my sister is a dream come true," says 16-year-old Josette.

Hostler Family (Lititz, Penn.)

•·        Joe and Lisa Hostler had been married 11 years when the couple was inspired to adopt after watching "A Home for the Holidays." "We loved raising our daughter Chelsea but she was heading off to college soon. We thought it over and decided to adopt," says Lisa. The couple soon met 14-year-old Yvonne, who was living in a group home for hard-to-place children. "I never thought I'd find a family. My parents and my sister Chelsea are my heroes because they took time to love me, care for me and never gave up on me. Love is the greatest feeling in the world," says 16-year-old Yvonne.

Michael Franti (San Francisco)

•·        Charles and Carole Franti had three biological children when they adopted a little boy named Michael in 1966. Three years later, the couple adopted another son, Matthew. Their hopes and dreams for their new sons were simple. Like most parents, the Frantis wanted their children to be healthy, happy, and loved. Raising a multicultural family, the Frantis taught all their children that love knows no boundaries. Michael soon proved to be a gifted musician, which gave him a way to share his parents' message on a grand scale. By his mid-20s, he had a record deal and was reaching audiences nationwide as the opening act for U2's Zoo TV Tour. "Being adopted has greatly influenced the work that I do as a musician. As someone who has dedicated my life to making music that heals, I have found that making music isn't just a pleasure, it's a privilege."

Children Waiting (Los Angeles and San Diego)

•·        There are over one half million children currently in foster care in the United States, 129,000 waiting to be adopted. This segment gives voice to these children by creating an intimate portrait of youth who need permanent loving homes.

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ABC ANNOUNCES NEW "BACHELOR" PREMIERE

New York, N.Y., November 4th, 2009.               For the First Time Ever “The Bachelor” Will Be Broadcast in High Definition Jake Pavelka is out to prove that nice guys don’t always finish last in love. The handsome commercial pilot from Dallas—and America’s most hopeful romantic—begins his own bid for true love, choosing from among 25 bachelorettes, when “The Bachelor: On the Wings of Love” premieres MONDAY, JANUARY 4, 2010 (8:00-10:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. This will be the 14th edition of ABC’s hit romance reality series and, for the first time in the history of the series, “The Bachelor” will be broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format, with stereo sound.

Ever since Jake, 31, shared a magical one-on-one date with Bachelorette Jillian Harris to see Martina McBride, millions of women have had their “Top Gun” fantasies about him. A fan favorite for his reputation as an honest guy with an open heart – not to mention his good looks -- viewers were stunned when Jillian rejected Jake right before the hometown dates on last season’s “The Bachelorette.” But women were drawn to him even more when Jake returned of his own accord in the next episode to protect Jillian from men who were not there for the right reasons. Jake – who already knew Jillian would not take him back -- freely shared and showed his emotions.

Jake’s fairytale-like experience falling for Jillian made him confident that he can find the love of his life on “The Bachelor.” Now it’s his time. Jake knows himself well enough to know that he’s not made to live alone. He just needs to find the right woman -- his best friend and soul mate – and that’s whom he’ll marry. Searching for a woman who is intelligent, confident, energetic and spontaneous, he admits that he can’t wait for fatherhood.

Fortunate to discover his passion at a young age, Jake started taking flying lessons at age 12. An accomplished pilot, he became an airline captain flight instructor at 23. On his days off, he has fun flying acrobatic planes, taking dance lessons and woodworking at the home he owns near Dallas. His parents have had a long and happy marriage, and it seems to run in the family, as Jake also has two happily married brothers – older brother Jason and younger brother Matt – and two nieces.

Jake grew up in Denton, Texas and attended University of North Texas and Embry Engineering University for Aerospace Science.

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FASHION GURU TIM GUNN AND SENSATIONAL STYLIST TABATHA COFFEY ARE GUESTS ON NBC'S "THE BIGGEST LOSER" AIRING TUES., NOV. 17 (8:30-10 P.M. ET)

Universal City, Ca., November 11th, 2009.               It's one of the most eagerly anticipated events every season - "The Biggest Loser" makeover episode -- and Tim Gunn and Tabatha Coffey (Bravo's "Tabatha's Salon Takeover") return to help transform the remaining six contestants on the popular NBC series on Tuesday, November 17 (8:30-10:00 p.m. ET).

First, Gunn works his fashion magic helping the contestants pick out stylish new outfits to flatter their slimmer selves. Then Tabatha transforms them further with complete salon makeovers, helping the final six look fabulous before they give speeches about their weight loss journeys to motivate others at a TV Guide Magazine event.

Then it's time for amazing reveals and emotional reunions, when the made-over contestants show off their incredible new looks to loved ones flown in to help them celebrate their big day and hear their emotional speeches. Later, the contestants face a high-flying challenge across a canyon divide, and the winner is rewarded with a two-week trip to "The Biggest Loser" resort at Fitness Ridge in southern Utah. Then a tense elimination follows the weigh-in, sending another contestant home. Alison Sweeney hosts the series, and trainers Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels also star.

The makeover episode also includes a special hunger awareness segment featuring the band OneRepublic helping out at a Feeding America event in their hometown of Denver. In 2007, after seven years together as a band, OneRepublic took the world by storm with their debut release "Dreaming Out Loud." The album included the smash single "Apologize" which shattered digital sales and airplay records worldwide. Their sophomore set "Waking Up," on Mosley/Interscope Records, will be released November 17th as first single "All The Right Moves" climbs up the radio charts.

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ABC ANNOUNCES NEW SERIES, LET’S DANCE

Los Angeles, Ca., November 6th, 2009.               Two-time Emmy Award winner and NY Times best-selling author Kathy Griffin (“My Life on the D-List”) will host “Let’s Dance,” a new, comedic dance series from “American Idol” producers FremantleMedia North America that features stars competing for charity as they pay homage to some of the most famous movie, musical and pop video dance routines of all time. “Let’s Dance” will kick off its five-episode run with a live 90-minute premiere episode on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23 (9:30-11:00 p.m., ET) following the Season 9 finale broadcast of “Dancing with the Stars” on the ABC Television Network. Additional episodes will air on Monday, Nov. 30, Mon., Dec. 7 and Mon., Dec. 14 (9:00-10:00 p.m., ET) with the finale on Tues., Dec. 15 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET).

The first three episodes of “Let’s Dance” will feature stars from all walks of life competing in single, group and duo performances as they train, rehearse and take to the stage to reveal their comedic dance routine in front of a studio audience. After each performance, a celebrity panel will give their comments before viewers across America have the chance to vote for their favorite performance. The celebrity panel and star participants will be announced shortly.

From each of the episodes, two performances will be chosen – one by the viewers and one by the celebrity panel. These two acts will then return again to dance in the finale and the chance to win the hearts of the viewing audience. In the spectacular finale results show, the one act with the most viewer votes will be crowned America’s favorite and be awarded the coveted grand prize for their personal charity.

Double Emmy winner, NY Times best-selling author, Grammy-nominee and 2009’s GLAAD Vanguard Award recipient Kathy Griffin is a multi-faceted performer with a rapid fire wit who has been making audiences laugh for years discussing Hollywood gossip and celebrity blunders.

After moving from her native Chicago and joining the famed Los Angeles Groundlings comedy improvisational troupe, Griffin began building her resume with guest starring roles on such series as “ER” and “Seinfeld” – where she created recurring character Sally Weaver. In 1996 her dream of playing a sidekick on a sitcom came true when she landed the role of Vickie Groener, Brook Shields’ acerbic colleague, on the NBC show “Suddenly Susan.” In 1998 HBO gave Griffin her own one-hour special, “A Hot Cup of Talk.”

In August 2005, “Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List” debuted on Bravo to rave reviews. So far, the show has garnered two Emmy Awards and four Emmy nominations for Outstanding Reality Program.

In addition to her series, Griffin has performed many successful stand-up specials for Bravo including, “Kathy Griffin… Is Not Nicole Kidman” in 2005 and “Strong Black Woman” in 2006. ”Kathy Griffin - Straight to Hell” in 2008 and “Kathy Griffin; She’ll Cut a Bitch” in 2009 were both nominated for an Emmy in the category Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Special. Her most recent special, “Kathy Griffin: Balls of Steel,” recently aired on Bravo to great reviews, and her stand-up special “Allegedly” is available on DVD.

In 2008 Griffin released her first comedy album, “For Your Consideration,” featuring tracks such as “Straight Guys Wake Up!” and “Hi Barbara Walters.” The album received a Grammy nomination for “Best Comedy Album.” Her first Christmas album, entitled “Suckin’ It for the Holiday’s,” was released on November 3.

On September 8, 2009, Griffin added best-selling author to her list of achievements with her tell-all autobiography entitled Official Book Club Selection: A Memoir According to Kathy Griffin.

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NBC'S NEW SERIES 'LOSING IT WITH JILLIAN' KICKS OFF AUDITIONS IN LOS ANGELES SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8

Universal City, Ca., November 6th, 2009.               NBC's riveting new life-changing alternative series "Losing It With Jillian," starring Jillian Michaels ("The Biggest Loser"), will begin a nationwide search for families starting Sunday, November 8 in Los Angeles. The November 8 open call marks the first of many upcoming open calls in cities including Dallas, Nashville, Detroit, Chicago, Boston and Washington D.C.

The show is looking for families who want to get off the couch, step up and take their lives back. If you or members of your family feel helpless, frustrated and powerless this is your chance to have America's top health and wellness expert, Jillian Michaels, move in, kick butt and change both you and your loved ones' lives.

Open call dates and locations are as follows.

LOS ANGELES
Open Call - November 8
The Los Angeles Meeting and Event Center in Culver City
10601 W. Washington Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90232
10am-4pm
www.lameetingcenter.com

DALLAS, TEXAS
Open Calls - November 17, 18
Dave and Busters - Stemmons
10601 W. Washington Blvd
10727 Composite Drive
Dallas, TX 75220
Nov. 17 - 4pm-8 pm
Nov. 18 - 2pm-8 pm
www.daveandbusters.com

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE
Open Call - November 22
Buffalo Billiards
154 2nd Ave North
Nashville, TN 37201
10am-6pm
www.buffalobilliards.com/nashville/

DETROIT, MICHIGAN
Open Calls - December 8, 9
Gardner White Furniture
45300 Hayes Road
Macomb, MI 48313
Dec. 8 - 3pm-8pm
Dec. 9 - 3pm-8pm
www.gardner-white.com

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Open Call - December 13
NBC Tower
454 N. Columbus Dr.
Chicago, IL 60611
10am-6pm
www.nbc-tower.com

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Open Calls - January 12, 13
Revolution Rock Bar
200 High Street
Boston, MA 02110
Jan. 12 - 3pm-8pm
Jan. 13 - 3pm-8pm
www.revolutionrockbar.com

WASHINGTON D.C.
Open Calls - January 17
17th Annual NBC4 Health & Fitness Expo
801 Mount Vernon Place, NW
Washington, DC 20001
9am-5pm
www.dcconvention.com

For additional information on how to apply to be on the show, go to www.nbc.com/casting and www.castingduo.com/jillianmichaels

In the series, "Losing It With Jillian," Michaels will invade a different family every week and give them her own characteristic brand of tough love. She will get to the bottom of the issues each family member faces -- ones that affect their health and happiness -- and will arm them with the tools necessary to make life-altering changes.

The series will also feature celebrity chef Curtis Stone who will enhance Michaels' efforts by ridding the family's kitchen of all unhealthy foods and educating them on proper nutrition, healthy ingredients, cooking tips and recipes.

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GREEN DAY TO PERFORM ON "NBC'S NEW YEARS EVE WITH CARSON DALY"

November 5th, 2009.               Three-time Grammy Award-winning Reprise Records rock band Green Day will help usher in 2010 on "NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly." The band's eighth studio album, 21st Century Breakdown, was released on May 15, 2009 and has reached #1 in fourteen different countries, hitting Gold or Platinum in each.

The two-hour special will air live on Thursday, December 31, beginning in primetime from 10-11 p.m. (ET), and continuing at 11:30 PM (ET) with the countdown to 2010 and the first performances of the New Year. "NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly" will broadcast in high definition from the middle of the world's most famous New Year's Eve destination, Times Square in New York City. Green Day's commitment continues the show's remarkable tradition of great performances by the music industry's most popular artists.

"We have built a great tradition of having the best and biggest music acts on our New Year's Eve live broadcast; having Green Day this year only solidifies that. I'm beyond excited," said Daly. "Green Day will make this year's show a TV event to remember on NBC."

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FOX AND BILLBOARD RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH “BILLBOARD’S NEW YEAR’S EVE LIVE” THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31, ON FOX

Los Angeles, Ca., November 5th, 2009.               Ring in 2010 with FOX and Billboard as they celebrate the biggest night of the year from Las Vegas and New York City on BILLBOARD’S NEW YEAR’S EVE LIVE airing Thursday, Dec. 31 (11:00 PM-12:30 AM ET live; CT/MT/PT tape-delayed) on FOX. Host and musical guests scheduled to appear to be announced soon.

FOX cameras will be there to capture the electrifying moments as the biggest names in music rock the Las Vegas strip and the world-famous New Year’s Eve Ball makes its descent into Times Square. The New Year’s celebration will showcase some of the most memorable moments from the historic Billboard Music Awards, as well as count down the Top 10 of the year in music, movies and television.

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"THE NATIONAL DOG SHOW " ON THANKSGIVING DAY, NOVEMBER 26, ON NBC

Uinversal City, Ca., November 4th, 2009.               NBC continues its Thanksgiving Day celebration with "The National Dog Show Presented by Purina" on Thursday, November 26 (Noon - 2 p.m. in all time zones), airing immediately following the telecast of NBC's "Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade." Making their national television and major competition debuts are three new American Kennel Club-recognized breeds -- the Irish Red and White Setter, the Norwegian Buhund and the Pyrenean Shepherd. America's #1-ranked show dog, a Scottish Terrier named Sadie, is also entered in the competition.

Some 2,000 aspiring purebreds vie for the coveted "Best in Show" title on NBC's eighth broadcast of one of America's most prestigious dog shows. NBC research estimated that 19.6 million viewers watched the 2008 "National Dog Show Presented by Purina," the biggest total audience for the "National Dog Show" since 2003. Held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center and hosted by dog lover John O'Hurley (NBC's "Seinfeld") and David Frei, the "dean of dog show commentators," "The National Dog Show Presented by Purina" is one of America's five remaining "benched" shows, at which the public can interact with approximately 150 breeds and varieties of dogs - from Afghan Hounds to Colored Bull Terriers and Doberman Pinschers to Beagles and St. Bernards - and talk to experts throughout the day.

The two-hour special celebrates the wonders of man's best friend through the voices of O'Hurley, on the whimsy of canines, and Frei, America's foremost authority on purebreds. This year the show will also include a therapy dog theme with 2005 National Dog Show champion "Rufus" scheduled to be part of the telecast. Rufus, a Colored Bull Terrier, is the only dog to win both the National Dog Show and the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show (2006).

An award-winning actor and a New York Times best-selling author, O'Hurley returns for his eighth year as host of this annual classic. O'Hurley's hosting partner and expert analyst Frei is an American Kennel Club - licensed judge who has officiated at dog shows worldwide. Frei is on-air host of USA Network's famed "Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show" and is one of America's foremost authorities on purebreds and the dog show world.

The elite canines must prevail though several levels of competition before boasting the "Best in Show" title. The entrants are first judged against their own breed, and then are classified by seven different groups: Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding. The winner from each group is then brought into the ring to compete for the coveted title of "Best in Show."

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NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED FOR PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS 2010 TO BE HOSTED BY QUEEN LATIFAH JAN. 6 ON THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK

Los Angeles, Ca., November 10th, 2009.               The nominations for PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS 2010 were announced this morning at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA by Kris Allen (American Idol), Cat Deeley (So You Think You Can Dance), Johnny Galecki (The Big Bang Theory), Jeff Probst (Survivor) and Sofia Vergara (Modern Family). For the first time, fans voted at http://www.peopleschoice.com/ and cast more than 16 million votes to determine the nominees in categories such as "Favorite Movie," "Favorite Breakout Artist" and "Favorite TV Obsession."

Winners will be revealed during the live broadcast of PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS 2010 from its new home, the Nokia Theater, L.A. Live on Wednesday, Jan. 6, (9:00-11:00 PM, ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network. Tickets to the awards show are now available for fans to purchase for the first time through Ticketmaster. Mark Burnett will serve as Executive Producer and Queen Latifah will host PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS 2010, the only major awards show that honors fan favorites in movies, music and television. Voting begins today at http://www.peopleschoice.com/ and www.myspace.com/peopleschoiceawards for all 35 categories and will end on December 8, 2009, except for "Favorite New TV Drama" and "Favorite New TV Comedy," which will remain open for voting until night of show.

New to PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS 2010:

•·        Trophy - Designed by Waterford and voted on by the fans, the new trophy design is the first modification to the award since the inception of the People's Choice Awards.

•·        Mobile Voting - "Favorite Talk Show" and "Favorite Franchise" will be among five exclusive mobile voting categories, sponsored by PuR. An additional new category, "Favorite Web Celeb" will be presented by MSN's Wonderwall. To begin, text VOTE to 24475 and choose your favorites.

•·        Official Charity - Children's Safe Drinking Water is the first official charity of the People's Choice Awards. Information about the charity and opportunities for donations can be found at http://www.peopleschoice.com/.

The list of potential nominees for PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS 2010 was determined by national ratings averages, box-office grosses, music sales, input from our media partners TV Guide magazine and Playlist.com, and vetted through Visible Measures, the independent third-party measurement firm for Internet video. This process generated the top 12 candidates per category. Fans were then asked to visit http://www.peopleschoice.com/ to pick their favorites and generate the final list of nominees for PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS 2010. Fans had the option to write in their favorites not included among the provided candidates. All new shows currently on air are eligible in the categories of Favorite New TV Drama and Favorite New TV Comedy.

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CBS INTERACTIVE MUSIC GROUP PRESENTS "LIVE ON LETTERMAN" WEBCAST WITH JOHN MAYER, THURSDAY, NOV. 19

New York, N.Y., November 6th, 2009.               Following its successful event with Tim McGraw, the “Live on Letterman” series returns with seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning artist John Mayer. The “Live on Letterman” webcast concert, presented exclusively by American Express from the Ed Sullivan Theater on Thursday, Nov. 19, follows the taping of Mayer’s appearance on the LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN. During the concert, Mayer will be performing songs from his fourth studio album, Battle Studies, which drops Tuesday, Nov. 17, as well as some of his most well-known hits.

This CBS Interactive Music Group event will be promoted across and broadcast on several CBS assets, as the concert will be streamed on the LATE SHOW website at CBS.com (www.cbs.com/late_night/late_show) that evening at approximately 8:00 PM, ET/5:00 PM, PT, with extensive coverage on-air and online provided by several CBS RADIO stations in major markets across the country. Additionally, live and on-demand video of the concert will be available on CBS properties including Last.fm, mp3.com, TV.com, etonline.com and theinsider.com, as well as the CBS Television Station websites, among others.

            This exclusive performance is the fifth time the LATE SHOW has used the historic Ed Sullivan Theater as a concert venue – Pearl Jam performed a live webcast concert for the LATE SHOW and CBS.com on May 4, 2006, Elvis Costello and the Imposters did one on May 14, 2007, Paul McCartney performed from atop the Ed Sullivan Theater marquee during his webcast concert on July 15, 2009, and Tim McGraw participated in a “Live on Letterman” webcast event Oct. 12, 2009.

Additionally, Mayer’s LATE SHOW appearance will be broadcast that same night, Thursday, Nov. 19 (11:35 PM-12:37 AM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. In addition to his performance on the Thursday broadcast, Mayer will perform with Paul Shaffer and the CBS Orchestra throughout the show.

Mayer will embark on a North American tour in support of Battle Studies, currently being planned for early 2010. An acclaimed guitarist, vocalist, songwriter and collaborator, Mayer has sold nearly 12.5 million albums worldwide. From Nov. 16-20, American Express Cardmembers can purchase tickets to Mayer’s tour through American Express' exclusive early-on-sale offerings.

For more information on the LATE SHOW, please visit http://www.cbs.com/late_night/late_show/; for John Mayer, visit http://www.johnmayer.com/.

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QUOTABLES FROM "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE'S WEEKEND UPDATE WITH SETH MEYERS" NOVEMBER 7, 2009.

"WEEKEND UPDATE" ANCHOR SETH MEYERS - "This week, in a positive sign that the economy may be recovering, New Yorkers started buying big ticket items again. Like elections and championships."

MEYERS - "The New York Yankees won their 27th World Series title Wednesday with a 7-3 Game 6 victory over the Amish. It must have been a long horse and buggy ride back to Philly."

MEYERS - "After the American Medical Association endorsed the Democrats Health Care Reform bill Thursday, President Obama said, "We are closer than ever before." Which is kinda like your dad saying you're almost at Disneyland while he's still pulling out of the driveway."

MEYERS - "And in breaking news… the house passed the Health Care Reform Bill at 11:07 this evening by a vote of 220-215. Nancy Pelosi was said to be so emotional she was on the verge of blinking."

MEYERS - "The Democrats' efforts to pass their Health Care Reform Bill was helped earlier in the week when the senior citizens lobby group AARP endorsed the Democrats version in the House. Though to be fair they thought they were signing up for water aerobics."

MEYERS - "To protest this weekend's vote in the House on the Health Care Reform Bill, a massive "tea party" protest rally was held Thursday outside the Capitol featuring celebrities such as Jon Voight and John Ratzenberger. So I guess Republicans only complain about actors talking politics when they're good actors."

MEYERS - "With its defeat in Maine on Tuesday, referendums to legalize gay marriage have lost in all 31 states in which it has been put to a popular vote. Though to be fair, I'm pretty sure straight marriage would also lose in a popular vote."

MEYERS - "On Wednesday, Glenn Beck was forced to leave his radio show after he suffered an appendicitis attack on air. Man, that's rough. First his sponsors abandoned him and now his organs want out."

MEYERS - "The 20 story tall Oasis of the Seas, the world's largest cruise ship, began her maiden voyage this week. Five times larger than the titanic, it has seven "neighborhoods", an ice rink, a golf course a 750-seat outdoor amphitheater. And please say "Guns to fight off pirates? No? No guns to fight off pirates? Enjoy your new boat pirates."

MEYERS - "Russia has launched a nationwide campaign to curb excessive drinking which has plagued the country. First step: move the legal drinking age up from zero."

MEYERS - "A new iPhone application was launched Wednesday that claims to be able to translate an infant's cry so parents can determine what their child wants. Though I think what they generally want is for you to put down your iPhone."

MEYERS - "The number one movie at the box office this past weekend was the Michael Jackson concert documentary "This is It," which made 21 million dollars. Or as Jackson would have thought of it, unicorn money."

MEYERS - "A woman from England revealed this week on the Tyra Banks show that she has two vaginas, two uteruses and two menstrual cycles. So stay away from her when she has PPMMSS. And I really want to believe this lady, but I think there are a lot of holes in her story."

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QUOTABLES FROM "LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON" November 2 - November 6

"Did everyone here have a good Halloween? I just love Halloween. It's the only time of the year you get to see a Ghost-buster making out with Sarah Palin."

"Halloween was crazy here in New York. In the Village, I saw a guy with a pink Mohawk and platform shoes wearing a Scottish kilt-and he was just there to PICK UP his costume."

"Even the Obamas got into the Halloween spirit - they handed out "dried fruit" to 2,000 trick-or-treaters. And just like that, he created 2,000 more Republicans."

"The NY City Marathon was yesterday and an American man won for the first time since 1982. Meanwhile, a Kenyan man won an eating contest. (Weird day)"

"Yeah, the American who won the marathon was named Meb Keflezighi (Kef-La-Ziggy). Yeah, Keflezighi has already gotten an endorsement deal from Scrabble. (Yep - good old Meb. Meb Kef-La-Ziggy. So American.)"

"The White House predicted there'd be 120 million doses of swine flu vaccines available by today - but right now, there are only 26 million. Yeah, they overshot by so much, they're all getting jobs as pilots for Northwest Airlines."

"The Pentagon announced that it is giving the swine flu vaccines to every detainee at Guantanamo Bay. The detainees were like, "Hey, whatever happened to closing this place?" (Not that I don't appreciate the vaccine…)"

"Big international news. Abdullah Abdullah just quit next week's runoff election against Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai. Abdullah Abdullah said he was just following in the footsteps of his role model, "Palin Palin.""

"It was a big weekend for sports fans yesterday, for the first time all year, all 4 major sports were played. It was also made it the best day of the year for women to tell their husband's really bad news. "I crashed the car." (not paying attention) "That's nice." "I slept with your best friend." "Uh huh." "I used to be a dude." "Have fun.""

"Four teenagers in Utah were cited for disorderly conduct after they "rapped" their order at a McDonald's drive-through. They were only cited because they started their rap with, "My name is Kevin and I'm here to say..." (Ahh… rapping in Utah)"

"It's Election Day… and I voted here in New York this morning. It's not like the last election I voted in, you don't text in your vote. You have to go wait in line. There's a machine that the word 'Lambert' isn't anywhere-it was just awful. I thought this was nice - everybody who voted got an "I Voted" swine flu mask."

"Things are looking good for New York city mayor Michael Bloomberg it looks like he's going to win a third term. Of course he spent the most money in New York electoral history, just barely exceeding the New York Yankees salary cap."

"Are you watching the series? Tough loss for the Yankees last night but history was made when the Phillies' Chase Utley tied the all-time record for home runs in a World Series--he's hit five. The Yankees were like, "That guy's great! I can't wait until we buy him!"

"I just read this - in his first year in office - President Obama has traveled to 16 foreign countries - more than any other President in history. Bush only traveled to 11-but most of those were just different parts of the "It's a Small World" ride. He counted those. When he's getting on the ride...(Bush) "Here's my passport." (operator) "You don't need it. It's just a ride, sir.."

"A British musician has completed a new George Harrison song after coming across a scrap piece of paper with notes written by the former Beatle. Pretty cool. Yeah, the song is called, "Shopping List."

"Doug Barron just became the very first professional golfer to be suspended for taking performance enhancing drugs. Officials became suspicious when he hit six home runs and a triple on the back nine."

"A new study found that experiencing "bad moods" can actually boost your memory. Which explains why when your wife gets mad - she suddenly remembers EVERYTHING YOU'VE EVER DONE, EVER. "Oh, really, you didn't mean to? Isn't that what you said when you left the wet laundry in the washer in 1998?"

"Researchers in England found that just a half-hour of light exercise three times a week can reduce the risk of heart attack by 60 percent. And Americans were like, "Umm, we'll take our chances."

"And finally "American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert and his longtime interior designer boyfriend broke up last week. Yeah it's over. They've cited irreconcilable eyeliner."

"Well folks - big news: Mayor Bloomberg won a 3rd term as mayor of New York City last night. I was there. It was incredible. As soon as he came out the crowd started chanting "12 more years! 12 more years!"

"This is nice - President Obama called and congratulated Republican Bob McDonnell today after he won the governorship in Virginia. Obama then moved Virginia to the bottom of the swine flu vaccine waiting list."

"Michelle Obama took Sasha and Malia to a Miley Cyrus concert in D.C. last night. After the show they got a Miley poster, a t-shirt, and her autograph-and that stuff was just for Biden. (He really wanted to go…)"

"Happy 40th birthday to Sesame Street! Wow. Sesame Street is getting so old, it's now brought to you by the letters "A.A.R.and P."

"Virgin Airways has created a new iPhone app that helps people overcome their fear of flying. It's just a bunch of videos of trains crashing."

"China is going to build a new Disneyland right in Shanghai. It's just like our Disneyland, but in China: Goofy and Pluto are items on the menu."

"And finally, tonight at the White House President Obama and First Lady Michelle hosted an event celebrating classical music. John McCain was jealous. The last time McCain got to hear Mozart was when he performed at his prom."

"Well they did it! The Yankees won the World Series last night! Their 27th title. It's so exciting. Earlier today, I saw the Yankees cutting up money into confetti."

"Congrats to Hideki Matsui - the World Series M.V.P. - six RBI's last night! Matsui's a free agent and he said he wants to re-sign with the Yanks because he "loves New York." Then somebody was like, "Well, you could just sign with the Mets." And he was like, "Ummm, I don't love it THAT much."

"Tomorrow morning - there's going to be a parade and a ceremony at City Hall where Mayor Bloomberg will give the Yankees the "keys to the city." And Derek Jeter was like, "Hey, thanks. Up until now I've had a really hard time getting into the clubs."

"During a speech in Wisconsin yesterday, President Obama explained that he was upset with his daughter Malia after she got a 73 on her science test. When I heard that, I was like, "73?? I would've killed for a 73. That would have got me a trip to Baskin Robbins."

"Later in his speech, President Obama said that, "the currency of today's economy is "knowledge." Great. ANOTHER currency where China has us beat."

"Yesterday Al Gore was here in New York yesterday signing copies of his new book "Our Choice" at Barnes & Noble. It was strange. Gore wouldn't write his name. He just signed each book, "I'm sorry, tree."

"A 13-year-old cat in Iowa has become the first cat in the nation infected with swine flu. Health Officials are now telling all cats to cough like this."

"There's actually a big swine flu vaccine shortage all across the country - but you know who's already gotten the vaccines? Executives at Citi-Group, Goldman Sachs, and JP Morgan. But in the company's defense... if those executives got sick, everything would stop, the companies would go under, and the government would have to bail them out. I mean…. CAN YOU IMAGINE?"

"7-Eleven will soon begin selling their own brand of wine for just three dollars and ninety-nine cents a bottle. And they're offering a choice of either chardonnay or cabernet - in case you can't decide which goes best with "Day-old Sweaty Hot-Dog. 7-11 Wine." The perfect wine for telling your date, "You really mean a lot to me." "Let's unscrew this cap and get busy." "You want a straw."

"Jeremy Piven said in a recent interview he drank so much soy milk that he grew "man boobs." Yeah, Piven was like, "This is a very serious issue, and I feel like it's my duty to --hey, hey, hey! Up here, pal! My eyes - please!"

"The Parent's Television Council sent a letter to the CW, criticizing the network for an upcoming episode of "Gossip Girl" that features a threesome. The parents were like, "That is COMPLETELY unacceptable. Also…is it with Blair and Serena?"
"Police in Florida are searching for thieves who stole 90 bras from a Victoria's Secret store. Authorities questioned Victoria, but she's not talking."

"And finally, an Oregon school for troubled teens is being investigated by the Board of Education for using lap dance therapy to treat students with ADHD. When asked if the treatment worked the students were like 'who cares?! Are you kidding me?"

"Big day in New York for the Yankees - they were honored with a ticker tape parade! Anyone go? The parade began in Battery Park and then went up Broadway to City Hall. Then just to rub it in a little, they drove back and forth past the Mets' CitiField - honking their horns. (That was unnecessary.)"

"The Yankees parade route traveled through an area called the "Canyon of Heroes." The parade stopped before it got to Wall Street, which is called the "Valley of Scumbags."

"Derek Jeter described the victory parade as, "The greatest ride you can take." Then A-Rod said, "Umm…."

"Mayor Bloomberg was there and called New York City "the capital of baseball." Then he spent $85 million dollars of his own money to become the new "Mayor of Baseball."
"Hoping to repeat next season - Yankee fans chanted, "28! 28! 28!" To get the 28th ring. Meanwhile, Mets fans chanted,"Let's just win a one game! It can even be an exhibition game. We don't even have to win. Let's just not lose by a lot. Okay, we can lose by a lot but not by double digits."

"Tough economic news. The unemployment rate went above 10% for the first time since 1983. Last week economists were saying the recession is finally over, but this week all those economists were laid off."

"Last night was the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards in Berlin. It went pretty well, until one guy was like, (German) "I'm happy for you Taylor Swift-krieg… but Beyon-zeig had the greatest video in the world!"

"The show was really entertaining: Lady Gaga changed her lederhosen like 20 times ."

"This is amazing - a new report found that there are 237 millionaires in Congress. Some of that is oil money, some of it is from family money, but mostly it's just old fashioned bribes."

"This is crazy - and it's true - a teenager in Virginia was hit by a train when he was walking around high on mushrooms. Luckily he wasn't hurt. Ok - he was INJURED-it just didn't HURT. The teenager is in stable condition, and still can't believe he survived an attack by a purple elephant."

"Apple announced that they're gonna' open a new Apple Store at the Louvre, in Paris. Yeah, and you thought the guy who worked at the apple store in America was condescending. (French accent) ""Have you tried pressing the "On button" - you imbecile?"

"This is bizarre. A man in Pennsylvania was able to identify the guy who mugged him after looking through his old yearbook - because they were classmates in High School. He said he was easy to find - because the guy signed his yearbook: "Have a good summer someday I'm going to mug you."

"And finally, congressman John Bay-ner told a crowd of protestors yesterday that the new Health Care bill is "The greatest threat to freedom" he has ever seen. Then the Taliban was like, "Uh, HELLO??"

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