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20/20 to Present Oscar Pistorius Investigative Special this Friday, 3/1
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 27, 2013


South African Oscar Pistorius captured the world's attention last year when he made history as the first double leg amputee to participate in the Olympics. Known as the Blade Runner, Pistorius is now making news around the world once again, only this time for allegedly murdering his model girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. Steenkamp was fatally shot by Pistorius in the bathroom of the star athlete's home this past Valentine's Day. But was the killing a cold-blooded murder or an accident?

ESPN's Chris Connelly to Welcome Red Carpet Guests at THE OSCARS
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 20, 2013


Academy Award nominees, presenters and performers arriving on the red carpet on Oscar Sunday, February 24, will be greeted by entertainment and sports reporter Chris Connelly, the Academy announced today. This will be Connelly's first stint as the Academy's red carpet greeter.

20/20 to Feature Survivors 'Saved' from Near-Death Situations Tonight, 2/8
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 8, 2013


From the little boy who survived a seven-day stand-off with a madman in an Alabama bunker this past week to incredibly lucky people who walked away from unbelievable crashes and freak accidents, "20/20" reports on survivors, rescues, near-death experiences and spontaneous acts of heroism. "Saved" airs on "20/20" TONIGHT, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Anna Nicole Smith's Daughter & More on 20/20's 'Stars, Scars & Showbiz Kids'
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 1, 2013


Born into the spotlight for better or for worse, '20/20' reports on the kids of celebrities. 'Stars, Scars and Showbiz Kids' airs on '20/20' FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on ABC.

20/20 to Air STARS, SCARS, AND SHOWBIZ KIDS Tomorrow, 2/1
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 31, 2013


Born into the spotlight for better or for worse, "20/20" reports on the kids of celebrities. "Stars, Scars and Showbiz Kids" airs on "20/20" FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on ABC.

20/20 & PEOPLE Magazine Collaborate on Special Hour on ABC Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jan 4, 2013


"20/20" and PEOPLE magazine team up for a must-see hour to kick-start any weight-loss program. It's time to lose the weight with an all new special "20/20" -- HALF THEIR SIZE -- airing TONIGHT, JANUARY 4.

ABC to Celebrate Country Music Beginning Tonight!
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 26, 2012


The ABC Television Network celebrates Country with a week of specials and themed episodes beginning tonight, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, when Katie Couric gets up close and personal for an hour-long "20/20" special, "All Access Nashville with Katie Couric" (9:01-10:00 p.m., ET).

Photo Flash: First Look - ALL ACCESS NASHVILLE WITH KATIE COURIC on ABC, Airing 10/26
by TV News Desk - Oct 26, 2012


Katie Couric puts on her cowboy boots for an hour-long special, ALL ACCESS NASHVILLE WITH KATIE COURIC giving viewers an exclusive all-access pass to the homes and private lives of Country Music's biggest stars, including Taylor Swift, Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert with the Pistol Annies. Get a first look below!

20/20 To Interview Victim #1 at the Center of the Penn State Scandal, 10/19
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 18, 2012


The young man known as Victim #1, whose sexual abuse allegations led to the criminal conviction of former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, breaks his silence in an exclusive and emotional television interview with ABC News Chief Law and Justice Correspondent and "20/20" co-anchor Chris Cuomo. An ABC News investigation will reveal new details about how Jerry Sandusky got away with the abuse for so many years. Cuomo tries to get answers from the school officials who, Victim #1 says, didn't help him. For the first time hear how the scandal unfolded from the perspective of Victim #1.

'All Access Nashville with Katie Couric,' a Special Edition of 20/20, to Air 10/26 on ABC
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 16, 2012


Katie Couric puts on her cowboy boots for an hour-long special, 'All Access Nashville with Katie Couric,' giving viewers an exclusive all-access pass to the homes and private lives of Country Music's biggest stars, including Taylor Swift, Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert with the Pistol Annies.

Cast Announced for CLOSE THE COLEHOUSE DOOR April-June UK Tour
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2012


Casting has been announced for Alan Plater's CLOSE THE COALHOUSE DOOR, which is being revived by Northern Stage and Live Theatre in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Directed by Samuel West, with additional material by Lee Hall, the production will open at Northern Stage on Wednesday 18 April, with previews from Friday 13 April and will then tour the UK until June 2012.

Cast Announced for CLOSE THE COLEHOUSE DOOR April-June UK Tour
by James T Harding - Feb 28, 2012


Casting has been announced for Alan Plater's CLOSE THE COALHOUSE DOOR, which is being revived by Northern Stage and Live Theatre in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Directed by Samuel West, with additional material by Lee Hall, the production will open at Northern Stage on Wednesday 18 April, with previews from Friday 13 April and will then tour the UK until June 2012.

ABC's 20/20 to Present BEFORE THEY WERE FAMOUS Special Oscar Edition, 2/22
by BWW News Desk - Feb 22, 2012


As the 84th annual Academy Awards ceremony draws near, ABC News' "20/20" will air a special Oscars-themed edition of the broadcast, BEFORE THEY WERE FAMOUS," A SPECIAL OSCARS-THEMED EDITION OF 20/20 highlighting the early lives and careers of this year's nominees.

ABC's 20/20 to Present BEFORE THEY WERE FAMOUS Special Oscar Edition, 2/22
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 7, 2012


As the 84th annual Academy Awards ceremony draws near, ABC News' "20/20" will air a special Oscars-themed edition of the broadcast, BEFORE THEY WERE FAMOUS," A SPECIAL OSCARS-THEMED EDITION OF 20/20 highlighting the early lives and careers of this year's nominees.

ABC's 20/20 Reports on 'Extreme Kids', 11/25
by TV News Desk - Nov 25, 2011


How young is too young to sailor around the world on your own? Should parents just say no to kids who want to do something so dangerous? Is a 7-year-old too young to be taught to hate? Is it ok for10-year-old girls to dress in padded bras and dress sexy? '20/20' correspondents report on extreme kids and the parents who allow - and even encourage - kids to pursue such goals or do unconventional things at such an early age. '20/20' airs TONIGHT, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

ABC's 20/20 to Report on 'Extreme Kids', 11/25
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 23, 2011


How young is too young to sailor around the world on your own? Should parents just say no to kids who want to do something so dangerous? Is a 7-year-old too young to be taught to hate? Is it ok for10-year-old girls to dress in padded bras and dress sexy? '20/20' correspondents report on extreme kids and the parents who allow - and even encourage - kids to pursue such goals or do unconventional things at such an early age. '20/20' airs FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

ABC's 20/20 to Cover Latest News on Trial of Conrad Murray, 11/4
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 3, 2011


As Murray's trial comes to a close and with a verdict imminent, '20/20' gives viewers the most comprehensive update of the details surrounding Jackson's death and the events that have unfolded since, leading up to the jury's ultimate decision.

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