Introducing Larry Wolf Olberado Doocy 360 - VIDEO
October 6, 2008
Filed under: Late Night, Video, Celebrities, Talk Show, Reality-Free
I have to admit that I was a tiny apprehensive about The Colbert Report when it first started. I thought it was a great show, I just wasn’t sure how long it would last because Stephen Colbert was doing a character, and I thought the character would become tiresome after a few months (at the most). But here we’re a few years later and if anything, Colbert’s show has become just as “Must-See” as The Daily Show. Maybe even a little more. Every single episode is very, very funny, including last night’s, where Colbert introduced a new reporter, Larry Wolf Olberado Doocy 360.
As you can probably tell, it’s an unholy mix of various cable newsmen (but no women!), including Larry King, Wolf Blitzer, Keith Olbermann, Geraldo Rivera, Steve Doocy, and Anderson Cooper. Just in time for Halloween, I think. Video of the segment is after the jump. Read more
Jesse L. Martin to join The Philanthropist?
October 6, 2008
Filed under: Other Drama Shows, Celebrities, Casting, Reality-Free
Wow, is this right? Jesse L. Martin was on Law and Order for nine seasons? How could that be? Where has the last decade gone? I feel really old.
Martin was indeed on the hit NBC drama for that long. He left last season, in a storyline involving a gambling addiction, a murder, and a court trial. But now he might actually be coming back to the same network. Martin is in negotiations to play the James Purefoy’s sidekick on the midseason replacement series The Philanthropist, about a rich man who helps people with his dough. The character’s name is Philip Maidstone.
I’m liking the leaner, meaner Law & Order: SVU
October 6, 2008
Filed under: OpEd, Law and Order, Reality-Free
Something was amiss during the last three seasons of Law & Order: SVU. With Mariska Hargitay’s pregnancy leave, changes in Christopher Meloni’s character, the introduction and departure of some cast members, and the demotion of Detective Munch to a desk, the show seemed to have lost its way. It was tough to watch as more melodrama seeped into the show and pushed away the criminal procedurals that have made this Law & Order franchise so popular.
However, change may be on the horizon. With the first two episodes of the tenth season now under their belt, there’s a feeling of normalcy that has returned to the show. A sense that the producers might be done tinkering with the program for the time being, despite the introduction of Michaela McManus as new A.D.A Kim Greylek. Some melodrama is still there - they’re human beings after all - but the cases are first and foremost for the show.
Tina Fey offered $6M for book (maybe, possibly?)
October 6, 2008
Filed under: 30 Rock, Reality-Free
The New York Post is reporting that 30 Rock star and producer Tina Fey has been offered around $6M for her first book.
Fey is the It Girl on TV right now, with Emmys and her Sarah Palin impersonation (will she make yet another appearance on the show tomorrow night?) and the upcoming third season of her show (October 30). Not sure if the $6M figure is correct. The Post states her agent isn’t commenting and that the figure is from “sources.” If it’s true, that’s a pretty hefty payday. You don’t usually see a figure that high unless you’re a major political figure or a bestselling, established author. But good for her if she gets it.
What’s On Tonight: 60 Minutes, Football, Valentine, Californication
October 6, 2008
Filed under: Programming, What To Watch Tonight, Reality-Free
- At 7, ABC has a new America’s Funniest Home Videos, followed by new episodes of Extreme Makeover, Desperate Housewives, and Brothers & Sisters.
- CBS has a new 60 Minutes at 7, then new episodes of The Incredible Race, Cold Case, and The Unit.
- NBC has a new Football Night in America at 7, then the Steelers/Jaguars game.
- The CW has the series premieres of In Harm’s Way, Valentine, and Easy Money starting at 7.
- At 8, FOX has a new Simpsons, then new episodes of King of the Hill, Family Guy, and American Father.
- Food Network has a new Challenge at 8, then a new Iron Chef America.
- Disney has a new Studio DC: Almost Live at 8, followed by a new Wizards of Waverly Place.
- At 9, PBS has a new Masterpiece Contemporary.
- There’s a new True Blood on HBO at 9, then new episodes of Entourage and Little Britain.
- Also at 9: Showtime has a new Dexter, followed by a new Californication.
- At 10, AMC has a new Mad Men.
- Lifetime has a new Army Wives at 10.
- BBC America has a new Skins at 10.
- At 11:30, Cartoon Network has a new Robot Chicken, then a new Superjail.
Jesse L. Martin to join The Philanthropist?
October 5, 2008
Filed under: Other Drama Shows, Celebrities, Casting, Reality-Free
Wow, is this right? Jesse L. Martin was on Law and Order for nine seasons? How could that be? Where has the last decade gone? I feel really old.
Martin was indeed on the hit NBC drama for that long. He left last season, in a storyline involving a gambling addiction, a murder, and a court trial. But now he might actually be coming back to the same network. Martin is in negotiations to play the James Purefoy’s sidekick on the midseason replacement series The Philanthropist, about a rich man who helps people with his dough. The character’s name is Philip Maidstone.
Jesse L. Martin to join The Philanthropist?
October 5, 2008
Filed under: Other Drama Shows, Celebrities, Casting, Reality-Free
Wow, is this right? Jesse L. Martin was on Law and Order for nine seasons? How could that be? Where has the last decade gone? I feel really old.
Martin was indeed on the hit NBC drama for that long. He left last season, in a storyline involving a gambling addiction, a murder, and a court trial. But now he might actually be coming back to the same network. Martin is in negotiations to play the James Purefoy’s sidekick on the midseason replacement series The Philanthropist, about a rich man who helps people with his dough. The character’s name is Philip Maidstone.
Tina Fey offered $6M for book (maybe, possibly?)
October 5, 2008
Filed under: 30 Rock, Reality-Free
The New York Post is reporting that 30 Rock star and producer Tina Fey has been offered around $6M for her first book.
Fey is the It Girl on TV right now, with Emmys and her Sarah Palin impersonation (will she make yet another appearance on the show tomorrow night?) and the upcoming third season of her show (October 30). Not sure if the $6M figure is correct. The Post states her agent isn’t commenting and that the figure is from “sources.” If it’s true, that’s a pretty hefty payday. You don’t usually see a figure that high unless you’re a major political figure or a bestselling, established author. But good for her if she gets it.
Survivor: She is Obviously Post-Op!
October 5, 2008
Filed under: OpEd, Survivor, Episode Reviews
(S17E03) “I’m like an animal in the jungle. I want to prounce on someone.” - Paloma
What’s it with this season’s castaways on Survivor adding in an extra “r” whenever they feel enjoy it? Last week it was Michelle saying “frickle” instead of “fickle.” Maybe it’s some new fad or tied in with the web folks who put an apostrophe whenever they end a word with an “s.” So, we have this “r” thing going on, a man with a questionable British accent, and a blond Betty Boop, and one castaway is is beginning to look like Peter from Heroes as he gets scruffier. I think it’s going to be a decent season. Read on past the jump for the review! Read more
Jesse L. Martin to join The Philanthropist?
October 5, 2008
Filed under: Other Drama Shows, Celebrities, Casting, Reality-Free
Wow, is this right? Jesse L. Martin was on Law and Order for nine seasons? How could that be? Where has the last decade gone? I feel really old.
Martin was indeed on the hit NBC drama for that long. He left last season, in a storyline involving a gambling addiction, a murder, and a court trial. But now he might actually be coming back to the same network. Martin is in negotiations to play the James Purefoy’s sidekick on the midseason replacement series The Philanthropist, about a rich man who helps people with his dough. The character’s name is Philip Maidstone.
