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When AMERICAN IDOL's 12th season debuts in January 2013, superstar judge Mariah Carey - the best-selling female recording artist of all time - and returning judge Randy Jackson, a Grammy Award-winning producer whose expertise and beloved persona have been instrumental in discovering IDOL talent from the beginning, will be joined by two new judges: quadruple-platinum singer, songwriter, rapper and fashion icon Nicki Minaj; and Keith Urban, a four-time Grammy Award winner who has sold more than 15 million albums.

What are the greatest television shows of all time? Who are our favorite TV mom and dad? Who is our favorite television host of all time? It's America's turn to decide, as a collaboration between ABC News and PEOPLE Magazine gave TV fans the opportunity to vote online at www.bestintelevision.com for their favorites of all time. With more than one million votes cast, the results will be revealed during an unprecedented two-hour broadcast, a special edition of '20/20', 'Best in TV: The Greatest TV Shows of Our Time with Barbara Walters,' airing TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 (9:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on ABC, in conjunction with ABC's broadcast of the Emmy Awards.

Justin Bieber sits down with NBC News Special Correspondent Ryan Seacrest for an exclusive interview airing today, September 13 on TODAY and ROCK CENTER WITH BRIAN WILLIAMS. Bieber chats with Seacrest about the details of his new book, Justin Bieber: Just Getting Started, today, September 13.

Third Street Theatre announces its second production in L.A.'s newest 99-seat Equity Waiver house, the Tony award-winning musical THE FULL MONTY, with book by Terrence McNally, music and lyrics by David Yazbek, choreography by John Todd, musical direction by Johanna Kent and direction by Richard Israel. THE FULL MONTY will open tonight, September 7 and run through Sunday, October 14 at the THIRD STREET THEATRE, 8115 W. Third Street in West Hollywood.

NBC will broadcast the second annual American Giving Awards, presented by Chase, on Saturday, December 8 from 8-10pm ET, from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium.

Who will be No. 1? Find out on TV'S MOST DYNAMIC DUOS: Presented by The Paley Center for Media,' airing TONIGHT, SEPTEMBER 2 (9:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Tune in to E!'s KEEPING UP WITH THE KARDASHIANS tonight, August 26 and witness the highly charged meeting of television's favorite family with the legendary Oprah Winfrey for 'Oprah's Next Chapter.'

SketchFest Seattle is the world's original sketch comedy festival and has established a reputation for presenting the best and most original comedy from around the globe. Currently in its 14th year, SketchFest has announced its 2012 line-up and festival dates to share with the city of Seattle.

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) and producer dick clark productions (dcp) present THE 70th ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS live on Sunday, January 13, 2013. Next year's show will air live on NBC coast-to-coast from 5-8 p.m (PT) and 8-11 p.m. (ET) from the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills.

On Tuesday, January 8, JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE, the only late-night broadcast talk show to increase in Total Viewers this past season, will move to 11:35 p.m., putting the show in head-to-head competition with 'The Tonight Show with Jay Leno' and 'Late Show with David Letterman.'

Fernando J. Hernandez has been named to the newly created position of Senior Vice President of Alternative Development for Universal Television, it was announced today by Meredith Ahr, Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming, NBC Entertainment. In this role, Hernandez will be responsible for all Universal Television reality productions, spearheading new development and overseeing the studio's in-house producers and ongoing talent deals.

According to Us Weekly, pop star Nicki Minaj has reportedly been named the new judge on FOX's AMERICAN IDOL. The singer will join newcomer Mariah Carey at the judge's panel when the show returns next season.

After two years of newlywed bliss, Kevin and Dani are finally ready to settle down in their New Jersey home and establish a happy suburban life. However, with the Jonas Brothers heading back to the studio to record new music, finding the right mix of 'normal' and superstardom isn't easy. MARRIED TO JONAS premieres tonight, August 19th at 10pm ET/PT only on E!

Tune in to E!'s KEEPING UP WITH THE KARDASHIANS on Sunday, August 26 and witness the highly charged meeting of television's favorite family with the legendary Oprah Winfrey for 'Oprah's Next Chapter.'

AIDS Walk Los Angeles is the world's first fundraising event of its kind, and the event continues to keep the public engaged in the HIV/AIDS crisis. Last year, a passionate crowd of 30,000 walkers and 2,500 volunteers raised $3 million for HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and advocacy programs. Since its inception, the event has raised more than $72 million to fight the disease in Los Angeles County.

Third Street Theatre announces its second production in L.A.'s newest 99-seat Equity Waiver house, the Tony award-winning musical THE FULL MONTY, with book by Terrence McNally, music and lyrics by David Yazbek, choreography by John Todd, musical direction by Johanna Kent and direction by Richard Israel. THE FULL MONTY will open on Friday, September 7 and run through Sunday, October 14 at the THIRD STREET THEATRE, 8115 W. Third Street in West Hollywood.

Who will be No. 1? Find out on TV'S MOST DYNAMIC DUOS: Presented by The Paley Center for Media,' airing SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 (9:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

The cast of DANCING WITH THE STARS: ALL STARS has just been announced. The show will premiere Monday, September 24, 8:00-10:00 p.m., ET/PT on the ABC Network. The All-Stars cast will feature Gilles Marini, Pamela Anderson, Kelly Monaco, Shawn Johnson, Melissa Rycroft, Joey Fatone, Helio Castroneves, Drew Lachey, Bristol Palin, Apolo Anton Ono, Kirstie Alley and Emmit Smith.