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Oprah Winfrey has joined the cast of Ava DuVernay's SELMA in the role of Annie Lee Cooper.

The Hollywood Reporter writes that Michael K. Williams (Boardwalk Empire), Carmen Ejogo (Sparkle), Zach Gilford (Friday Night Lights) and Kiele Sanchez (A Perfect Getaway) have signed on for THE PURGE sequel. They will join previously announced star Frank Grillo.

Montblanc presented the 13th annual performance of The 24 Hour Plays on Broadway earlier this week. An annual benefit event produced by the 24 Hour Company and Freestyle Picture Company for Urban Arts Partnership, The 24 Hour Plays on Broadway attracts some of entertainment's biggest names as they join forces to participate in an extreme rite of theater: writing, directing, and performing 6 original short plays, all in just 24 hours. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos below!

ZERO HOUR and DO NO HARM, belonging to each network respectively, have received summer premiere dates for their remaining episodes, according to Deadline.

After just three episodes, ABC has pulled its freshman conspiracy drama, ZERO HOUR, from its prime time schedule, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

On ZERO HOUR's upcoming episode, titled 'Suspension,' Hank is frustrated and confused about his relationship with Laila, as more questions come to light about who she really is. With the next clue sending Hank and Beck to Asuncion, Paraguay, the duo find themselves one step behind White Vincent, who shares a startling piece of information with Hank about his past and their connection. Meanwhile Arron and Rachel meet Melanie Lynch, a.k.a. 'Mother,' head of the 41 Trust, who seems to be hiding her own agenda and interest regarding the relic at the center of it all, on THURSDAY, MARCH 14 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET), on ABC.

On next week's new episode of ZERO HOUR, titled 'Pendulum,' with a renewed determination to find Laila, Hank returns from India, searching for new clues while Laila, who is being held hostage by White Vincent, is tasked with repairing the next clock for him.

Anthony Edwards - along with a dynamic ensemble cast -- returns to network series television in the dramatic adventure thriller, 'Zero Hour,' which will have his character, Hank Galliston, questioning everything and everyone he ever believed in - including himself. 'Zero Hour' will premiere on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on ABC. Check out a first look at the cast below!

Anthony Edwards - along with a dynamic ensemble cast -- returns to network series television in the dramatic adventure thriller, ZERO HOUR, which will have his character, Hank Galliston, questioning everything and everyone he ever believed in - including himself. 'Zero Hour' will premiere on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on ABC.

ABC announced midseason premiere dates for new dramas "Red Widow" and "Zero Hour" today, along with new comedies "How to Live with Your Parents (for the Rest of Your Life)" and "Family Tools," and new alternative series "The Taste" and "Celebrity Diving."

Signature Theatre is pleased to announce the next wave of upcoming supplemental programs, which allow more intimate and direct access to a playwright's vision and process. Just as the layout of The Pershing Square Signature Center encourages a dialogue between different plays and audiences, these supplemental programs invite theatregoers to go deeper into the world of a play, and the world of the artists behind it.

ALEX CROSS will be released in theaters on October 19th from Summit Entertainment. The drama thriller is directed by Rob Cohen and stars Tyler Perry, Matthew Fox, Edward Burns, Jean Reno, Rachel Nichols, Giancarlo Esposito, John C. McGinley, Cicely Tyson, Chad Lindberg, Carmen Ejogo, Stephanie Jacobsen, Jessalyn Wanlim and Yara Shahidi. Check out the trailer below!

Deborah Roberts interviews Jordin Sparks who is making her motion picture debut in SPARKLE the upcoming musical which was Whitney Houston's final film, on NIGHTLINE airing tonight, Monday, August 13 (11:35 pm, ET) on the ABC Television Network.

On last night's Showbiz Tonight, the cast of the upcoming film SPARKLE revealed their fondest on-set memories of the late singer Whitney Houston as she filmed her final big-screen appearance. Watch the interview below.

The soundtrack for the upcoming movie SPARKLE is due out July 31 and will include the singles 'Celebrate,' a duet produced by R. Kelly, and the gospel hymn 'His Eye is on the Sparrow.' Today RCA Records announced the official track listing. Check it out below!

SPARKLE will be released in theaters on August 17th by Sony Pictures, starring Broadway veteran Jordin Sparks, Derek Luke, Mike Epps, Carmen ejogo, Tika Sumpter, Omari Hardwick, Cee-Lo Green, and the now late Whitney Houston. Directed by Salim Akil and written by Mara Brock Akil, the movie just released a music video titled 'Celebrate' that features clips from both Sparks and Houston in the film. Check it out below!

SPARKLE will be released in theaters on August 17th by Sony Pictures, starring Jordin Sparks, Derek Luke, Mike Epps, Carmen ejogo, Tika Sumpter, Omari Hardwick, Cee-Lo Green, and the now late Whitney Houston. Directed by Salim Akil and written by Mara Brock Akil, the movie might soon be heading for Broadway, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

CTV has released its season schedule and show descriptions for Fall 2012 and on. See below for details. All times ET. New programs are BOLD. (S) = Simulcast.

Singer and actress Jordin Sparks appeared on Ryan Seacrest's radio show this morning and shared the very last recorded song of the late, great recording artist Whitney Houston. The single is a duet with Sparks entitled 'Celebrate' from their upcoming film 'Sparkle'. Get a first listen to the duet below!

ABC has released a trailer for its new drama series ZERO HOUR starring Jacinda Barrett. Get a sneak peek at the new series below!