Tuesday February 9, 2010
In the late '90s, the internet was gaining in popularity and television fans were just beginning to discover all the wonderful ways they could come together to support their favorite shows directly from their keyboards. The WB's Roswell became one of the first series to bring together thousands and thousands of fans from all walks of life to gather and chat about those lovable aliens and eventually help save their favorite show (twice!).
Shiri Appleby became an instant hit with fans as Liz Parker on Roswell and her latest role on the CW's charming new series Life Unexpected finds her playing a completely different character -- a radio talk show host who gave up her daughter for adoption when she was a teenager. I had the honor of speaking with this very talented and lovely actress about her new role, what fans can expect this season on Life Unexpected and her days on Roswell....
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Sunday February 7, 2010
Everyone loves a good mystery and ABC is hoping that our curiosity will get the better of us when they unleash their newest drama Happy Town upon the world on April 28.
Premise: Following a string of unsolved kidnappings five years ago by someone they refer to as "Magic Man," the residents of Haplin, Minnesota have lived a quasi-peaceful existence for years. The residents of this picturesque town are rocked to the core when a crime takes place for the first time in many years. Secrets will soon be exposed and lives ruined as the mysteries of this small town slowly begin to unfold.
Does Happy Town sound like something you'd be interested in watching on Wednesday nights? ABC hasn't exactly had much success in recent years in the Wednesday, 10 p.m. hour, but perhaps this new drama series is just what the network needs in this difficult time slot.
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Friday February 5, 2010
The Super Bowl may be one of the biggest television events of the year, but not everyone has the desire to catch the big game on Sunday night. Luckily, there are some good alternatives on the tube...
ABC, Fox and NBC will air repeats of their popular series, while the CW gives the younger crowd a chance to watch the teen flick Sleepover. If you have cable, the possibilities are endless with everything from CSI and Law & Order: SVU marathons to the Puppy Bowl and even the opportunity to catch the timeless classic The Sound of Music once again. There is something for everyone on Super Bowl night and it doesn't have to involve football.
Super Bowl Alternatives At a Glance
Cable Alternatives
What will you watch on Sunday night? Will it be football or one of the other exciting alternative? I think I may watch the big game (just for the commercials of course) and flick back and forth to the Puppy Bowl -- who can resist those adorable little ones?!
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Wednesday February 3, 2010
Former Boston Legal actor Justin Mentell was pronounced dead at age 27 on Monday morning from injuries sustained in a car accident in Wisconsin.
According to reports, Mentell was driving alone on a rural Wisconsin road when his 2005 Jeep careened off the road down an embankment, hitting two trees along the way and then thrown from the vehicle (he was not wearing a seat belt). Chief Deputy John Pepper stated that they believe the accident took place around 3:30 a.m., however the accident was not discovered until 8:30 a.m. when a local farmer happened upon the scene.
Drugs and/or alcohol are not believed to have been involved. Toxicology reports are pending.
Mentell was born in Texas and went to high school in Waukegan, Illinois. He received a B.F.A. in Acting from Northern Illinois University. From 2005-2006, Mentell played attorney Garrett Wells on Boston Legal and was most recently appeared in the popular Disney animated film G-Force.
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