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Gabrielle Union Stars in Being Mary Jane

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Rebecca Murray
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Gabrielle Union stars in 'Being Mary Jane'
Gabrielle Union stars in 'Being Mary Jane' - Photo Credit: BET Networks
BET Networks will premiere Being Mary Jane on July 2, 2013 at 10:30pm starring Gabrielle Union. Created by Mara Brock Akil, Being Mary Jane also stars Richard Roundtree, Margaret Avery, Lisa Vidal, Richard Brooks, Omari Hardwick, Tika Sumpter, Raven Goodwin, B.J. Britt, Aaron Spears, Latarsha Rose and Robinne Lee. After debuting over the Fourth of July weekend, BET will launch the series in January 2014.
 
The Plot:
 
Mary Jane Paul seemingly has it all as a beautiful and successful TV news anchor. In reality, she’s a self-sufficient powerhouse with a lackluster love life who remains devoted to a family that doesn’t share her motivation. How far is she willing to go to find the puzzle pieces that she – and society – insist are missing from her life? Intense drama and unforgettable moments unfold as Mary Jane juggles her life, her relationships, her work and commitments to her family.
 

Source: BET Networks

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True Blood Season Six Details Unveiled

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Rebecca Murray
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True Blood Season 6 PosterWaiting does suck, but at least it’s almost over. HBO’s set a Sunday, June 16th premiere date for the sixth season of the sexy vampire/shapeshifter series True Blood and they’ve just released details on what Truebies can expect from this upcoming 10 episode season.
 
Returning cast members include Anna Paquin (Sookie Stackhouse), Alexander Skarsgard (Eric Northman), Stephen Moyer (Bill Compton), Ryan Kwanten (Jason), Rutina Wesley (Tara), Sam Trammell (Sam Merlotte), Nelsan Ellis (Lafayette), Carrie Preston (Arlene), Todd Lowe (Terry), Deborah Ann Woll (Jessica), Kristin Bauer van Straten (Pam), Lauren Bowles (Holly), Joe Manganiello (Alcide), Michael McMillian (Steve Newlin), Lucy Griffiths (Nora), and Anna Camp (Sarah Newlin).
 
New to the cast this year are Arliss Howard (LA Governor Truman Burrell), Rob Kazinsky (Ben), Rutger Hauer (Niall), Jurnee Smollett-Bell (Nicole), and Amelia Rose-Blaire (Willa).
 
Here’s the scoop courtesy of HBO:
 
“The Authority is in flames. TruBlood is in short supply. As Bill comes to terms with his newfound powers after emerging reincarnated from a pool of blood, humans are in open conflict with vampires like never before. Meanwhile, Sookie and Jason must steel themselves for an encounter with their parents’ killer: the mysterious and ancient Warlow.”

True Blood June 2013 Episode Guide

Episode #61: “Who Are You, Really?”
Debut: SUNDAY, JUNE 16 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT)
Other HBO playdates: June 16 (11:00 p.m.), 17 (11:00 p.m.), 18 (11:00 p.m.), 19 (10:00 p.m.) and 20 (12:30 a.m.)
HBO2 playdates: June 17 (10:00 p.m.), 21 (11:00 p.m.) and 23 (6:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m.), and July 5 (9:00 p.m.)
In the wake of Bill’s (Stephen Moyer) blood-soaked reincarnation, Sookie (Anna Paquin), Eric (Alexander Skarsgård), Jason (Ryan Kwanten), Jessica (Deborah Ann Woll), Tara (Rutina Wesley), Pam (Kristin Bauer van Straten) and Nora (Lucy Griffiths) flee the Authority compound as Sam (Sam Trammell), Luna (Janina Gavankar) and Emma (Chloe Noelle) dodge swarming guards. Now packmaster, Alcide (Joe Manganiello) discovers that the job comes with unsavory side dishes, but other major perks. In Bon Temps, Andy (Chris Bauer) deals with parenting four newborn human-faerie hybrids. Meanwhile, Louisiana Governor Truman Burrell (Arliss Howard) vows open season on vampires. Jessica returns to Compton Place as Jason hitches a ride with an eerie stranger.
Written by Raelle Tucker; directed by Stephen Moyer.
 
Episode #62: “The Sun”
Debut: SUNDAY, JUNE 23 (9:00-10:00 p.m.)
Other HBO playdates: June 23 (11:00 p.m.), 24 (11:45 p.m.), 25 (11:00 p.m.) 26 (10:00 p.m.) and 27 (12:30 a.m.)
HBO2 playdates: June 24 (10:00 p.m.), 28 (11:00 p.m.) and 30 (2:30 p.m., 8:00 p.m.), and July 5 (10:00 p.m.)
A long-lost relative reveals himself to Jason and Sookie. After Tara is victimized by a new government weapon, Eric takes matters into his own hands in an effort to thwart Burrell’s anti-vampire initiatives. On the road to work, Sookie is drawn to a handsome stranger who shares her faerie abilities. Sam is unnerved by supernatural-rights zealot Nicole (Jurnee Smollett-Bell), and is confronted by Alcide and Martha (Dale Dickey) about Emma’s future. Bill contemplates the scope of his heightened powers.
Written by Angela Robinson; directed by Dan Attias.
 
Episode #63: “You’re No Good”
Debut: SUNDAY, JUNE 30 (9:00-10:00 p.m.)
Other HBO playdates: June 30 (11:00 p.m.) and July 1 (11:00 p.m.), 2 (11:00 p.m.), 3 (10:00 p.m.) and 4 (12:30 a.m.)
HBO2 playdates: July 1 (9:30 p.m.), 5 (11:00 p.m.) and 7 (2:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m.)
Irate over Burrell’s blatant aggression towards vampires, Eric takes matters into his own hands. After dangerously testing the limits of his powers, Bill enlists a TruBlood innovator to synthesize a new type of blood – but has difficulty finding the right donor. Sookie begins to learn why Warlow is after her. Sam receives unexpected help from Nicole and her Vampire Unity Society (V.U.S.) associates. Steve Newlin (Michael McMillian) finds his past ideals turning into a current nightmare.
Written by Mark Hudis; directed by Howard Deutch.
 
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Rob Lowe and Ginnifer Goodwin Will Star in ‘Killing Kennedy’

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Rebecca Murray
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Rob Lowe stars in Killing Kennedy
Rob Lowe - Photo © Richard Chavez

National Geographic Channel has confirmed Rob Lowe (Parks and Recreation) will star as President John F. Kennedy in the network’s adaptation of Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard’s bestselling book, Killing Kennedy. And Once Upon a Time‘s Ginnifer Goodwin has been tapped to play First Lady Jackie Kennedy in the two-hour dramatic movie which will begin shooting next month in Richmond, Virginia.

In addition to Lowe and Goodwin, Michelle Trachtenberg has been confirmed to tackle her first Russian-speaking role as Marina Oswald. Nelson McCormick will direct the film, with Kelly Masterson adapting the book for the small screen.

“We are thrilled to be working with Rob Lowe, Ginnifer Goodwin, and Michelle Trachtenberg, three gifted artists whom have responded to this timely, authentic and entertaining material,” stated Howard T. Owens, president of the National Geographic Channels. “With Killing Kennedy, timed to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the assassination of JFK, National Geographic Channel continues to bring daring, culturally significant television events to our growing global audience.”

The Plot: Killing Kennedy begins in 1959, at major turning points for both the future president and his assassin. John F. Kennedy is in Washington, D.C., announcing his presidential candidacy, while Lee Harvey Oswald finds himself in the U.S. embassy in Moscow, renouncing his U.S. citizenship.

These two events start both men — one a member of one of the United States’ most wealthy and powerful families, the other a disillusioned former Marine and Marxist — on a cataclysmic track that would alter the course of history. Throughout we see their highs and lows, culminating in not one but two shocking deaths that stunned the nation.




New Artist Spotlight: Angie Johnson

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Angie Johnson Profile
Angie Johnson - Photo Credit: Alan Matthews

Apparently, it’s not enough for Missouri-born Angie Johnson to have served as an intelligence analyst in the United States Air Force; she also sang and toured with The Air Force Band. Then, following an initial attempt to find a break in Nashville, she studied psychology at Columbia State Community College in Franklin, Tenn., to help children and veterans struggling with PTSD.

When a soldier posted his video of Staff Sgt. Johnson performing Adele’s “Rolling in the Deep” for troops in a spirited acoustic performance on YouTube, it eventually drew more than 3 million views. Millions more watched her during Season 2 of The Voice.

That’s only the beginning. On May 21, Sony Music Nashville released her debut EP, Sing for You, produced by Josh Leo. On these four tracks, she doesn’t just sing the lyrics – she inhabits them. On “Grandpa’s Farm” (written by Brent Cobb, Adam Hood and Jason Saenz), a slide guitar shimmers like heat from a sun-baked field as Johnson evokes a lazy day, which transforms on the bridge, as the drums drop out, into a whispered promise, as if behind Grandpa’s back, to turn up the temperature in a different way.

In dramatic contrast, the deep feeling of the title track (Johnson, Catt Gravitt, and Leo) chills the listener. Here, Johnson offers a different gift, a soft and soothing song, to a young man bloodied and broken most likely in battle. Never mind her impressive technique; Johnson has a gift for bringing beauty to a story, even one of unfathomable sadness.

IN HER OWN WORDS

DREAM DUET PARTNER

“Garth Brooks or Keith Urban. I have harmonized with both of them repeatedly via the CD player in my car, and I can already tell you that we sound fabulous together!”

MUSICAL HERO

“I can’t name just one. The people who inspired me early on and made me really want to pursue a career in music were Patsy Cline, Elvis Presley, Reba McEntire and Wynonna Judd, in that order.”

FAVORITE FOOD ON THE ROAD

“First, carbs. Next, carbs. And then probably carbs. Did I mention carbs?”

BOOK ON YOUR NIGHTSTAND

“My CMA notebook that I got in my CMA membership package!”

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By Bob Doerschuk
Used by Permission © 2013 CMA Close Up® News Service / Country Music Association®, Inc.




Veep Season Two June Episode Guide

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Rebecca Murray
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Julia Louis-Dreyfus stars in 'Veep'
Julia Louis-Dreyfus stars in 'Veep' - Photo © HBO
Veep‘s second season is drawing to a close with four new episodes in June 2013. If you want to remain in the dark as to what’s coming up on the HBO comedy series in June, don’t ready any further. For those who want the very basic storylines on each upcoming episode, read on:

VEEP JUNE 2013 EPISODES

Episode #15: “Shutdown”
Debut: SUNDAY, JUNE 2 (10:00-10:30 p.m. ET/PT)
Other HBO playdates: June 2 (midnight), 4 (12:30 a.m.), 5 (9:30 p.m.) and 6 (10:30 p.m.)
HBO2 playdates: June 3 (8:30 p.m.), 4 (11:00 p.m.), 5 (11:30 p.m.) and 8 (2:15 p.m., 8:30 p.m.)
With D.C. in the midst of a government shutdown, Selina (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) is forced to furlough some of her staff. A damaging story leaks about Selina’s ex-husband, Andrew (David Pasquesi); Danny Chung (Randall Park) takes advantage of the shutdown; Gary (Tony Hale) and Jonah (Timothy C. Simons) go on a run to retrieve Selina’s trash.
Teleplay by Simon Blackwell & Tony Roche; story by Simon Blackwell & Tony Roche & Armando Iannucci; directed by Becky Martin.
 
Episode #16: “First Response”
Debut: SUNDAY, JUNE 9 (10:10-10:40 p.m.)
Other HBO playdates: June 9 (12:15 a.m.), 11 (12:35 a.m.), 12 (9:30 p.m.) and 13 (10:30 p.m.)
HBO2 playdates: June 10 (9:30 p.m.), 11 (11:00 p.m.), 12 (11:00 p.m.) and 15 (2:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m.)
After being prepped for a “puff piece” interview at the VP residence, Selina is thrown by Janet Ryland’s (Allison Janney) “gotcha” questions.
Teleplay by Roger Drew & Armando Iannucci; story by Roger Drew & Armando Iannucci; directed by Armando Iannucci.
 
Episode #17: “Running”
Debut: SUNDAY, JUNE 16 (10:00-10:30 p.m.)
Other HBO playdates: June 16 (midnight), 18 (12:30 a.m.), 19 (9:30 p.m.) and 20 (10:30 p.m.)
HBO2 playdates: June 17 (9:30 p.m.), 18 (11:00 p.m.), 19 (12:35 a.m.) and 22 (2:05 p.m., 8:30 p.m.)
The Veep continues her plans. Dan (Reid Scott) attempts to play both sides of the Selina-Danny Chung rivalry.
Teleplay by Sean Gray & Will Smith; story by Sean Gray & Armando Iannucci & Will Smith; directed by Tim Kirkby.
 
Episode #18: “D.C.” (season finale)
Debut: SUNDAY, JUNE 23 (10:00-10:30 p.m.)
Other HBO playdates: June 23 (midnight), 25 (midnight), 26 (9:30 p.m.) and 27 (10:30 p.m.)
HBO2 playdates: June 24 (9:30 p.m.), 25 (11:00 p.m.), 26 (midnight) and 29 (12:50 p.m., 8:30 p.m.)
With the administration in full crisis mode, Selina and her staff try to cope.
Teleplay by Armando Iannucci & Tony Roche; story by Armando Iannucci & Tony Roche; directed by Tim Kirkby.
 
Source: HBO
 

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Inside Amy Schumer Renewed for Season 2

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Rebecca Murray
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Comedian Amy Schumer will return as executive producer and star of Inside Amy Schumer for a second season. Comedy Central just renewed the comedy series for a 10 episode season two set to premiere in 2014. Season one has been a big performer for the network, scoring the highest rated series premiere of the year on Comedy Central.
 
Kent Alterman, President, Content Development and Original Programming at Comedy Central made the renewal announcement, stating: “Amy Schumer… She’s hilarious. I also love her comedy.”
 
“I am so proud of our show,” added Schumer. “And ecstatic to get to work with all these assholes again.”
 
Details on Inside Amy Schumer:
 
Inside Amy Schumer provides an intimate look into the mind of comedian Amy Schumer, who, through a series of scripted vignettes, stand-up comedy, and man- on-the-street interviews, explores topics revolving around sex, relationships, and the general clusterf*ck that is life. Joining Schumer for the first season of her breakout series are a roster of well-known actors and comedians including Jon Glaser, Michael Showalter, Amber Tamblyn, Michael Ian Black, Rob Schneider, Abby Elliott, Tig Notaro, Tom Papa, Lisa Lampanelli, Dave Attell, Will Janowitz, Nikki Glaser, Sara Schaefer and Missi Pyle.
 
Source: Comedy Central
 

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New Photos from ‘Jodi Arias: Dirty Little Secret’

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Rebecca Murray
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Jesse Lee Soffer and Tania Raymonde in 'Jodi Arias: Dirty Little Secret'
Jesse Lee Soffer and Tania Raymonde in 'Jodi Arias: Dirty Little Secret' - Photo by Jack Zeman/Lifetime

Lifetime’s just released a batch of photos from the upcoming dramatic film Jodi Arias: Dirty Little Secret set to debut on June 22, 2013. Based on the real-life murder of Travis Alexander by his ex-girlfriend Jodi Arias, the original Lifetime movie follows the trial all the way up through the verdict.

Check out the photo gallery

The Plot:

Based on the disturbing murder trial that continues to captivate the nation, Jodi Arias: Dirty Little Secret tells the story of Jodi Arias (Tania Raymonde, Lost), a seductive 28-year-old aspiring photographer recently found guilty of killing her former lover, Travis Alexander (Jesse Lee Soffer, The Mob Doctor), who was found nude in his home shower with a slit throat, 27 additional stab wounds and a bullet to the head.

While investigating the violent killing, Mesa, Arizona police retrieved a digital camera from Alexander’s washing machine, revealing shocking images authorities claim Arias took during their sexual escapades, as well as during and after his murder. While Jodi pled not guilty and contends she killed Alexander in self-defense, police concluded that when he broke off their relationship, she stalked her ex-boyfriend and seduced him one final time before murdering him in cold blood.

Her subsequent trial has been grand theater, dominating the cable news networks as she testified in her own defense and offered explicit insight into the sex, lies and obsession that led up to Alexander’s murder.

Tony Plana (Ugly Betty) portrays Prosecutor Juan Martinez and David Zayas (Dexter) plays Detective Esteban Flores.

Watch a behind-the-scenes video:

New TV Spot for Pacific Rim Arrives

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Rebecca Murray
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Warner Bros Pictures has unveiled another new TV spot for Guillermo del Toro’s sci-fi action thriller Pacific Rim coming to theaters on July 12, 2013. Starring Charlie Hunnam, Rinko Kikuchi, Ron Perlman, Idris Elba, and Charlie Day, Pacific Rim delivers big action from gigantic robots and monsters.
 
The Plot:
 
When legions of monstrous creatures, known as Kaiju, started rising from the sea, a war began that would take millions of lives and consume humanity’s resources for years on end. To combat the giant Kaiju, a special type of weapon was devised: massive robots, called Jaegers, which are controlled simultaneously by two pilots whose minds are locked in a neural bridge. But even the Jaegers are proving nearly defenseless in the face of the relentless Kaiju. On the verge of defeat, the forces defending mankind have no choice but to turn to two unlikely heroes—a washed up former pilot (Charlie Hunnam) and an untested trainee (Rinko Kikuchi)—who are teamed to drive a legendary but seemingly obsolete Jaeger from the past. Together, they stand as mankind’s last hope against the mounting apocalypse.
 
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ABC Family Greenlights Spell-Mageddon

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Rebecca Murray
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ABC FamilyA new hour-long game show has just been added to ABC Family’s summer slate. The network says they’re moving forward with Spell-Mageddon, a competition in which contestants compete to spell “increasingly challenging words” while taking on “hilarious distractions.” The series is set to debut on July 24, 2013 at 9pm after Melissa and Joey and Baby Daddy.
 
Spell-Mageddon is executive produced by Jeff Krask and Michael Canter. It was created by Adam Reed, Adam Freeman and Leslie Greif of Thinkfactory Media who are also on board as executive producers.
 
Source: ABC Family

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The CW Switches Up ‘Breaking Pointe’s Return Date

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Rebecca Murray
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Katie Critchlow stars in 'Breaking Pointe'
Katie Critchlow stars in ‘Breaking Pointe’ (Photo by Erik Ostling / 2012 The CW Network, LLC)

Fans of Breaking Pointe will be able to check out the season two premiere one week earlier than previously planned. The CW has moved up season two’s premiere to Monday, July 22, 2013 at 9pm.

The docuseries takes viewers behind the scenes of the Salt Lake City ballet company, Ballet West. The series is produced by Adjacent Productions and executive produced by Leola Westbrook, Izzie Pick Ashcroft, and Jane Tranter.

The Plot:

It’s every little girl’s dream to grow up and become a ballerina, but nobody knows what the world of competitive ballet is really about. Now, for the first time ever, the beauty and grace of the world’s most established dance form will be brought to television.

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