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Thursday, November 09, 2006

MeeVee Exclusive: 5 Questions with Ted Danson

Dansonwsd In his three hit sitcoms, Ted Danson lent a listening ear as a bartender (Cheers), a doctor (Becker), and now a psychotherapist in his new series, Help Me Help You. We sat in on a conference call with this veteran TV comedy star to find out, among other things, whether he's everyone's confidant in real life.

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Dancing with the Stars: Week 9 Elimination Results

Lawrence_11_360x240_1A three-way tie of super talent waltzed into the Dancing with the Stars results show this week. Sadly, someone had to go. The judges liberally gave each couple 59 out of 60 possible points for their Latin and ballroom dances. That left voting viewers to decide the dancers' fates with precise phone-dialing skills and high-speed modems.

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Nov. 9: Maria Menounos' Oral Fixation, Kellie Pickler Gets Series, Sarah Jessica Parker is Flawless

*Saying I do on Lost [GMMR]
*TV stars and their dirty deeds [Glitterati]
*Maria Menounos is orally fixated [Popoholic]
*Sex and the City star has flawless skin [Popsugar]
*90210 star Brian Austin Green is engaged [Starpulse]
*Kellie Pickler is getting her own series [TVGasm]

MeeVee Exclusive: Interview with Law and Order: Criminal Intent Producer Warren Leight

Lawandordersave_1 In Part II of our exclusive interview with Law & Order: Criminal Intent producer Warren Leight, we learn more about the surprises in store for fans during November sweeps. We also find out how Leight feels about recent articles charging the Law & Order franchise with excessive violence, and what goes into writing an episode of Criminal Intent.

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House: The New Representative From the Great State of Drama

Haus_1 Did you miss your House fix last night? Too busy watching the Democrats recapture the House instead? Get your House back in order with this quick recap.

House (that's the doctor, not Congress) is still battling the inexplicably affronted cop, resulting in excessive banter and a gaping plot hole. A morbidly obese man holds his own with the surly surgeon and his three dimwit colleagues. House lies to the police about his dope fiend pal Wilson, putting their friendship to the test. Got it? Good.

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Dancing with the Stars: The Audience Really Eats You!

Smith_01_240x360_1Feeling a touch of deja vu? The semifinals of Dancing with the Stars almost felt like a tape delay. "Unforgettable moments" from past shows consumed almost half an hour of airtime: Tom Jones and Rod Stewart singing and leering; group dances from the professionals; and those tireless “swop”ers. This viewer, at least, didn’t need to see all of this rehashed filler. Didn’t we all tune in to see the three macho, macho men twinkle their toes for the trophy?

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Nip/Tuck: You Can't Handle the Truth

4619_p_1 The truth shall set you free, right? For the boys on Nip/Tuck, that’s a tall order. When you’ve been involved in murder, had affairs with your nanny and your son’s new wife, and just discovered a dead body in your living room... well, that’s more truth than anyone wants to handle.

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Nov. 8: Studio 60 Might Survive, Anna Nicole Smith Sells Soul, Faith Hill Loves Carrie Underwood

*Studio 60 might survive [Past Deadline]
*The Terminator turns to TV [ TVGasm]
*Anna Nicole Smith sells soul to ET [Dlisted]
*Veronica Mars doesn't mess around with cheaters [Televisionary]
*Lindsay Lohan defends image on Oprah [Popsugar]
*Faith Hill is oh so happy for Carrie Underwood [The Hollywood Gossip]

Casting Call: ABC's Easy Money

Ccclapboard_46_31ABC is looking for enthusiastic people or “colorful characters” that are ready to win a lot of cash and prizes. Neither physical endurance nor smarts is required to win, just plain old luck. If you get a thrill out of coin tosses, roulette or any game of chance this is your opportunity to have some fun and win big. The rules are simple, no tricks and anyone can play. Apply now or nominate someone you think is a great character or the life of the party!

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Tonight's Picks: Wednesday, Nov. 8

1936asefwerf Jericho - Rogue River
Jake and Eric make a run to Rogue River for medical supplies as their father's condition worsens, and their trip reveals some unpleasant facts from the outside; Jimmy and Gray have suspicions about Hawkins and question him.

19879_p Lost - I Do
Jack makes a decision regarding Ben's offer; Kate feels helpless when it appears that Pickett (Michael Bowen) will carry out his threat to kill Sawyer; and Locke discovers a hidden message that may help him unlock the secrets of the island.

19559_p_1 The Nine - Take Me Instead
Egan plans a poker party; Kathryn sees a new side to Nick that prompts her to make a decision about her future; Lizzie reveals a connection with Lucas that happened during the robbery; and Jeremy and Franny take their relationship to the next level.