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Bruce Deern, Julianna Margulies & More Among 2014 WGA AWARD Presenters
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 23, 2014


Oscar nominee Bruce Dern, nominated for his lead role in Nebraska, will join an all-star cast of top Hollywood talent presenting honors at The 2014 Writers Guild Awards ceremony in Los Angeles

Broadway's CINDERELLA to be Featured on JEOPARDY! Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 25, 2013


The hit Broadway musical CINDERELLA has announce that the Tony Award-winning show will be featured as an entire category on the Tuesday, November 26th telecast of JEOPARDY!, America's Favorite Quiz Show . (Check local listings for broadcast times in your area.)

VIDEO: First Look - Alan Cumming Gets Animated as Snooty Poodle on ARTHUR
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 7, 2013


Next week PBS Kids kicks off the 17th season of the beloved children's animated series ARTHUR. The debut episode will features actor Alan Cumming, who voices a snooty, contest-winnning poodle Sebastian Winkleplotz.

BWW Reviews: GAME SHOW at Theater Schmeater Brings Interactive Laughs
by Jay Irwin - Jul 20, 2013


You know how you've always said, "I could've gotten that one" when watching those games shows on TV? Well, now's your time to put up or shut up as Theater Schmeater gives you a chance to immerse yourself into the inner workings of a TV quiz show complete with all the drama, backstabbing and, yes, prizes for a lucky few who can ring in with the correct answer before time runs out. The script may be a bit thin and predictable (although there were a few surprises I didn't see coming) but the antics of the cast and the interactivity with playing the game makes up for it and amounts to a good time.

VIDEO: Heart Attack Survivor Alex Trebek Talks Gandolfini Passing on THE TALK
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 21, 2013


Game show host Alex Trebek, survivor of two heart attacks, appeared on yesterday's THE TALK on CBS and discussed the passing of actor James Gandolfini on today's The Talk. Watch the appearance below!

Betty White, Steve Harvey & More to Present at HLN's DAYTIME ENTERTAINMENT EMMY AWARDS Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jun 16, 2013


HLN, the host network of the annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy(R) Awards show, now in its 40th year, will be presented live from The Beverly Hilton hotel in Los Angeles tonight, June 16, 8-10 p.m.

40th Annual Daytime EMMY Awards to Feature Smithsonian Presentation
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 14, 2013


Melody Thomas Scott and Alex Trebek will make a special appearance on the HLN June 16th Broadcast to announce the NATAS partnership with The Smithsonian and present Nikki's Wedding Gown from The Young & The Restless to The National Museum of American History.

HLN EMMY Broadcast to Include Smithsonian Donation
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 13, 2013


Melody Thomas Scott and Alex Trebek will make a special appear on the June 16th Broadcast to announce the NATAS partnership with The Smithsonian and present Nikki's Wedding Gown from The Young & The Restless to The National Museum of American History.

Carrie Fisher to Present Outstanding Special Class-Animation Award at Daytime Emmys
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 13, 2013


Executive Producer Gabriel Gornell announced this will be the first ever telecast of the Outstanding Special Class-Animation Award to be presented by Carrie Fisher.

GMA's Sam Champion and HLN's A.J. Hammer and Robin Meade to Host 2013 Daytime Emmys
by TV News Desk - Jun 5, 2013


HLN, the host network of the annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy(R) Awards show, now in its 40th year, presented live from The Beverly Hilton hotel in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 16, 8-10 p.m., ET/PT, today announces ABC's Good Morning America's Sam Champion along with HLN's own A.J. Hammer and Robin Meade to host this year's landmark awards show.

Betty White, Steve Harvey & More to Present at HLN's DAYTIME ENTERTAINMENT EMMY AWARDS, 6/16
by Caryn Robbins - May 29, 2013


HLN, the host network of the annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy(R) Awards show, now in its 40th year, presented live from The Beverly Hilton hotel in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 16, 8-10 p.m., ET/PT, today announces, some of its star-studded line-up of presenters.

VIDEO: Alex Trebek Takes JEOPARDY! to New Level on Tonight's CONAN
by TV News Desk - May 23, 2013


In a clip from tonight's CONAN on TBS, Alex Trebek stumps contestants with the most random JEOPARDY! answers. Watch below!

Photo Flash: Daytime TV Gets Primetime Spot at Smithsonian in Time for 40th Annual Broadcast
by TV News Desk - May 17, 2013


'The Smithsonian was so highly revered by my father, I wish he were here to share this moment with me,' says Susan Lucci, who joined Alex Trebek and Barney co-creators, Kathy and Phil Parker, as objects were added to the Smithsonian's permanent collections. On Thursday, May 9th, The National Museum of American History and The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) announced a partnership that will secure that future generations will remember great moments in daytime television history. Scroll down for photos from the event!

Anderson Cooper Replacing Lauer on TODAY?
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 27, 2013


EW.com reports that CNN newsman Anderson Cooper may be next in line to take over the anchor desk on NBC's struggling morning show, TODAY.

LATE SHOW's Top Ten 'Signs You Have a Special Chicken'
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 20, 2013


Below, check out THE 'LATE SHOW' TOP TEN - 'Signs You Have a Special Chicken', as presented on the Tuesday, March 19 broadcast of the LATE SHOW with David Letterman, seen weeknights (11:35 PM - 12:37 AM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Matt Lauer to Replace JEOPARDY Host Alex Trebek?
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 15, 2013


According to a report in today's New York Post, the 'Today' show host is currently the top pick to replace Trebek when he steps down in 2016.

Six Seasons of THE LARRY SANDERS SHOW Air on Reelz Beginning Today
by TV News Desk - Mar 4, 2013


ReelzChannel - TV About Movies(R) previously announced that all six seasons of the three-time Emmy Award(R) winning satirical sitcom THE LARRY SANDERS SHOW will air on REELZ, premiering today, March 4 at 1pm ET/ 10am PT.

VIDEO: Will Ferrell to Be Honored with MTV's Inaugural 'Comedic Genius Award'
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 27, 2013


MTV today announced that Will Ferrell will be honored at the 2013 MTV MOVIE AWARDS with the first-ever "Comedic Genius Award" for his incomparable contributions to the world of comedy, including his on-screen portrayals of some of pop culture's greatest characters. View a promo for the event below!

Six Seasons of THE LARRY SANDERS SHOW to Air on Reelz Beginning This March
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 4, 2013


ReelzChannel - TV About Movies(R) today announced that all six seasons of the three-time Emmy Award(R) winning satirical sitcom THE LARRY SANDERS SHOW will air on REELZ, premiering Monday, March 4 at 1pm ET/ 10am PT.

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