Kal Penn to Host New Discovery Channel Competition Series THE BIG BRAIN THEORYNovember 1, 2012 Discovery Channel announced today that actor, producer, and civil servant Kal Penn will serve as host of its new competition series 'The Big Brain Theory.' Penn, who starred in the hit film franchise 'Harold & Kumar' as well as worked in the White House, began taping episodes earlier this week at WET in Los Angeles. The series, set to debut in the spring of 2013, will feature a seemingly impossible engineering challenge to be solved by the contestants each week.
Photo Flash: Opening Night of GUNS N' ROSES' Residency at Hard Rock VegasNovember 1, 2012Guns N' Roses celebrated Halloween in true rock star fashion by launching its first-ever residency Appetite for Democracy at The Joint inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino with a truly unforgettable show. Throughout the residency, the band will play a total of 12 mind-blowing shows now through Saturday, November 24. Check out the photos below!
Brendan Fraser Departs TNT Pilot LEGENDSNovember 1, 2012Brendan Fraser has officially departed the upcoming TNT pilot LEGENDS, reportedly due to 'creative differences' with showrunner Howard Gordon. TNT is set to continue with the action drama pilot sans Fraser.
BET Urges Nation to Vote, Announces Presidential Election Night CoverageNovember 1, 2012Today BET Networks announced its coverage for Election night and continues to encourage its audience to make a difference in this election and 'Vote Like Your Life Depends On It.' On Tuesday, November 6 Election coverage begins with 106 & Park at 6 PM ET, followed by a special edition of Don't Sleep! Hosted by T. J. Holmes at 10 PM ET/ 7 PM PT and the premiere of BET News' 'BATTLEGROUND 2012: Vote Night,' hosted by Ed Gordon at 10:30 PM ET/ 7: 30 PM PT which will air simultaneously on BET and Centric.
ESPN to Televise ING New York City Marathon Live, 11/4November 1, 2012 ESPN will present the ING New York City Marathon live and in high definition on Sunday, November 4, which is set to take place despite the challenges imposed by Hurricane Sandy. ESPN will be running public service announcements to engage their viewers in Hurricane Sandy relief efforts throughout the telecast.
HBO Joins NBC for Live Fundraiser HURRICANE SANDY: COMING TOGETHER, 11/2November 1, 2012 HBO will join the networks of NBC Universal in presenting HURRICANE SANDY: COMING TOGETHER, a live one-hour special on FRIDAY, NOV. 2 (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET/tape-delayed PT) in response to the widespread devastation caused by the storm. Hosted by NBC 'Today' anchor Matt Lauer, the broadcast will be presented from the New York studios of NBC at 30 Rockefeller Plaza.
Lionsgate Nabs Rights to Horror Comedy HELLBENDERSNovember 1, 2012 Lionsgate has acquired JT Petty's horror comedy for North America and select foreign territories. Lionsgate plans a North American theatrical release for the movie with the release date to be announced shortly. "Hellbenders" stars Clancy Brown, Clifton Collins Jr., Andre Royo, Robyn Rikoon, Macon Blair and Dan Folger. The film was produced by Jon Denny, Lawrence Mattis, David Moscow, Mark Pederson and Aldey Sanchez. Circle of Confusion and OffHollywood Pictures produced the film in association with Ambush Entertainment. "Hellbenders" was shot in digital 3D.
Amanda Seyfried, Patrick Dempsey Set for WONDERFUL TONIGHTNovember 1, 2012As Deadline reported this afternoon, LES MISERABLES' Amanda Seyfried and GREY'S ANATOMY's Patrick Dempsey have officially signed on to co-star in the upcoming romantic comedy, WONDERFUL TONIGHT. Christine Jeffs is set to direct the film written by J. Mills Goodloe.
Columbia Lands US Rights To Bennett Miller’s FOXCATCHERNovember 1, 2012 Columbia Pictures has picked up the United States distribution rights to Bennett Miller's FOXCATCHER from Annapurna Pictures. In addition to the U.S. distribution rights, Columbia Pictures also joins the film as a co-financer. The deal reunites Miller with Columbia, having previously collaborated with the studio on last fall's release of the Academy Award®-nominated picture, MONEYBALL. Panorama Media is commencing International sales of the film at the upcoming American Film Market.
Country Artist Susan Toney Announces Formation of the Susan Toney BandNovember 1, 2012 Recording artist Susan Toney announced today that she will be playing with The Susan Toney Band comprised industry renowned artists: The band features Susan Toney on lead vocals, keyboard and guitar along with veterans Arno Lucas on percussion and vocals (Al Jarreau, Jackson Browne, Don Henley, Ricki Lee Jones) and Chad Watson on bass and vocals (Janis Ian, David Arkenstone, Delaney & Bonnie, Charlie Rich Jr. & Sr., Ronnie Milsap). Susan Toney Is now signed to STRANGE CHILD RECORDS and in September 2012, signed to Kings Road Group International for Management & Representation.
VIDEO: Willy Moon’s “Yeah Yeah” Video DebutsNovember 1, 2012With the arresting sound of Willy Moon's new single "Yeah Yeah" (Cherrytree/Island Records) debuting last week on Billboard's Alternative Digital Songs Charts at #25, the impressively energetic video is premiering on VEVO internationally TODAY and is currently running as their MUST SEE of the week in the UK. Check it out below!