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'SNL' Preview: May Brings Kristen Wiig, Ben Affleck and Kanye West!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 16:15:22 +0000

Vince Vaughn's first 'SNL' hosting gig in over a decade might have felt a bit undercooked, something we're hoping two-time host and 'The Hangover Part 3' star Zach Galifianakis will fix in his May 4 outing, but it's the rest of 'SNL's' all-star May lineup that really brings the A game. Not only will beloved former cast member Kristen Wiig return to the 'SNL' stage for her first hosting gig, but so will Ben Affleck, with musical guest Kanye West! Preview 'SNL's' all-star May inside!

Which NBC Series Might Get an Early Renewal?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:15:30 +0000

Though still somewhat early in the Upfront seasons, several major broadcast networks have already gone ahead to grant early renewals to their strongest-performing series. Given NBC's troubled lineup over the past few months, however, no firm plans have been laid among even its strongest hits. Though, that may change in the near future as rumors of early NBC renewals have leaked, so find out which shows have the best chances inside!

'SNL' Preview: Vince Vaughn Mustache You A Question

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:25:04 +0000

NBC's other major late-night force 'SNL' has very much stepped up its game in the last few outings, with this past Saturday's Melissa McCarthy-fronted turn proving almost as entertaining as her original stint in 2011. This Saturday however, upcoming 'The Internship' star Vince Vaughn will take the 'SNL' stage for the second time with musical guest Miguel, but will he rise to the challenge? Check out the latest 'SNL' promos to find out!

Jimmy Fallon to Replace Jay Leno in 2014?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 17:05:33 +0000

Even though it took place several years ago, we all remember the big late-night showdowns that saw Jay Leno stepping down from the throne of 'The Tonight Show,' only to develop his own series immediately before Conan O'Brien's hosting turn, which ultimately saw the whole thing implode and returned Leno where he started. Now, new rumors suggest that Leno will finally step down in 2014 to be replaced by his 'Late Night' successor Jimmy Fallon, but is there any truth to the new late-night war on the horizon?

'Community' "Paranormal Parentage" Preview: What's in Pierce's "Special Gym?"

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 16:27:01 +0000

'Community' will take us on another one of its ambitious concept episodes next Thursday with the Comic-Con-themed "Conventions of Space and Time," but tomorrow's all-new episode "Paranormal Parentage" will celebrate Halloween a bit unintentionally late as the gang visits Pierce's mansion for the first time, getting lost on the way to a Halloween party! And what mysteries should the Greendale gang find hidden in Pierce's mansion, pray-tell? Check out the latest clip from tomorrow's "Paranormal Parentage" for a clue!

NBC's 'Dracula' Pilot Casts its Van Helsing

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 23:01:08 +0000

For a series with a straight-to-series 10-episode order and an established leading man in 'The Tudors' star Jonathan Rhys-Meyers, we're increasingly drawn to NBC's forthcoming 'Dracula' adaptation without even a scrap of footage or photos. Previously casting its female leads, now we've learned that NBC's 'Dracula' has set its sights on the iconic professor Abraham Van Helsing, casting 'King Kong' star Thomas Kretschmann in the role with an unusual twist on the character. Find out the latest on NBC's 'Dracula' inside!

'30 Rock' Series Finale: Why Did Alec Baldwin Almost Quit?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 23:30:37 +0000

On January 31, we say goodbye to one of the great comedic loves our our lives, as '30 Rock' airs its series finale after seven seasons spent on NBC. Yet, as fans of the series well know, even at the series' comedic best '30 Rock' never drew mammoth ratings, and nearly faced the departure of series star Alec Baldwin on a number of occasions. Now, Baldwin is speaking out about the "anemic" writing that nearly caused him to quit the series, and why '30 Rock' is ending at season 7! See what Baldwin has to say about the '30 Rock' finale inside!

'Community' Shocker: Chevy Chase Officially Leaves the Series

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:08:46 +0000

Streets ahead? Streets behind? Just plain streets? Any loyal 'Community' fan knows that for as long as the series has aired on NBC, series star Chevy Chase has had a public distaste for its brand of humor, his character Pierce Hawthorne, and particularly former show-runner Dan Harmon. Chase himself has hinted multiple times that he might leave the series, and has now officially confirmed his exit. But with so much of the thirteen-episode season 4 shot, will we really miss him?

'The Office's Craig Robinson Getting His Own Workplace Comedy From Greg Daniels

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Sun, 21 Oct 2012 22:45:30 +0000

Just because 'The Office' will officially come to an end after nine seasons by the end of the year doesn't mean you won't still be seeing the Dunder-Mifflin crew on TV. No, we're not talking about 'The Farm,' 'The Mindy Project,' or even Angela Kinsey's new FOX comedy. Instead' breakout star Craig Robinson will finally get his due when 'The Office' creator Greg Daniels develops a new NBC sitcom around him! But what role will the loveable 'Hot Tub Time Machine' star play?

'Community' Season 4: First Clip From Harmon-Less Season Still Pretty Hilarious

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 13:15:02 +0000

These days, we're still living in a 'Community'-less pit of despair, as just when we thought a new season was about to begin, NBC pulled the rug out from underneath us. The underrated critical darling's fourth eason may not be debuting this Friday, October 19 anymore, but that doesn't mean you have to wait until NBC decides the ultimate fate of the series! How would you like a Dean-alicious look at a new scene from 'Community' season 4 right now?

NBC Skips 9/11 "Moment of Silence" for Kardashian Interview

Nick Romano — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 11:37:43 +0000

As if we needed another reason to hate the Kardashians...

At 8:46 a.m. on Tuesday, September 11, most national news outlets took a break from their regular programming to air a special "moment of silence" from New York City and Washington D.C. to honor the victims of 9/11. We say "most" because, as it turns out, not everyone was a participant. While FOX, CBS, ABC, CNBC and MSNBC went quiet at this time, which was the moment 11 years ago when the first plane hit the Twin Towers, NBC continued on with the 'Today' show, which just so happened to feature an interview with Kris Jenner of 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians.'

NBC Cancels Freshman Drama 'The Playboy Club'

Shauna Wright — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 13:20:40 +0000

After just three episodes, NBC has canceled its new drama ‘The Playboy Club.’

The sexy show, which was set in a 1960s-era Chicago and starred Eddie Cibrian, Jenna Dewan-Tatum and Naturi Naughton, was besieged even before its first airing. It earned a boycott from the Parents Television Council and public scorn from feminist icon Gloria Steinem, both of whom claimed the program objectified and degraded women.

This is Not the Casey Anthony You're Looking For

Amory Gritta — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 17:47:37 +0000

There are times when I am mildly entertained by the name my parents chose for me.

Particularly, I enjoy going to the doctor’s office and watching the face of the nurse as she first struggles to pronounce my first name and then as she finally says it and sees me in all my goatee-d glory stand and head her way.

Amused or not, however, if someone searches for my name on a social networking site or the Internet in general, it’s a pretty sure bet it’ll be me you find and not some poor unfortunate soul who shares the same name.

NBC Expands 'The Voice' to Two Hours

Amory Gritta — Fri, 13 May 2011 14:00:05 +0000

In a move that will surprise no one, NBC announced Thursday that it is expanding 'The Voice' to two hours, effective June 7.

June 7 is, of course, when 'The Voice' switches to its live performance shows. According to Deadline, the live shows will air from 9-11PM on Tuesdays, following an hour-long episode of 'America's Got Talent.'

Gary Busey Fired From 'The Celebrity Apprentice'

Amory Gritta — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 12:30:54 +0000

The Meat Loaf-Gary Busey feud came to a close on last night's episode of 'The Celebrity Apprentice,' as chairman Donald Trump (finally?) bid farewell to the Oscar-nominated actor.

In a tense boardroom meeting, a visibly frustrated Meat Loaf spoke about his team's disorganization, to the point where he could barely complete his sentences. Luckily for him, Trump decided to make him a very happy man, and fired Busey on the spot. (Check out the video after the jump.)

Meat Loaf Flips Out on Gary Busey in 'Celebrity Apprentice' Meltdown [VIDEO]

Amory Gritta — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 12:30:31 +0000

Forget Star Jones vs. NeNe Leakes. It's now 'Celebrity Apprentice' contestant Meat Loaf who is all the rage -- quite literally, in the case of last night's episode.

The famous singer threw an unexpected fit over a set of art supplies, which he claimed were stolen from him by fellow contestant Gary Busey.

Betty White to Host Hidden-Camera Prank Show on NBC

Amory Gritta — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:00:37 +0000

At age 89, Betty White isn't showing any signs of slowing down just yet.

About a year after she famously hosted 'Saturday Night Live,' the multiple Emmy-winning TV star will return to NBC for a new hidden-camera show, tentatively titled 'Betty White’s Off Their Rock

Adrianne Palicki is The New Wonder Woman

Amory Gritta — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 12:00:21 +0000

We've been hearing some buzz for a while now about the new "Wonder Woman" and who should be cast in the role. It appears we have a winner...

According to rumors around the web, Adrianne Palicki, who starred as the character Tyra Collette in "Friday Night Lights", was the only actress invited to test for the role. As such, it appears she's landed the coveted role for the NBC pilot written by David E. Kelley (of Ally McBeal fame) and will be the first TV Wonder Woman since Linda Carter retired the golden lasso.