EASTENDERS films tribute scene to Nelson Mandela
A special scene in Monday's episode will see two regular characters (Carol Jackson and Denise Fox) discuss their memories of Mandela's release from prison. It was one of the key moments of Mandela's life, remembered around the world as a long-coveted victory against his oppressors. Mandela later became president of South Africa, and oversaw the country's transition from apartheid. He died on Thursday, aged 95, after years of declining health.
Producers at the long-running soap said they chose to add the scene into the existing show, saying they aim "to reflect big news stories and events".
The show's spokesperson said: "Nelson Mandela had such a huge effect on so many people's lives that we felt it was important to reflect the impact his death has had."
Thorsten Kaye on playing THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL's new Ridge Forrester
"I have tried to make this role my own. I’m playing Ridge as a man making solid decisions based on a set of values that’s constant. Otherwise, I don’t know who this person is. The person can’t be fluid to the story, the story has to be fluid to the person. I couldn’t do what was done before, good or bad. If people don’t buy it, that’s okay. I tried. There are six flights from LAX every day."
BUNHEADS Sutton Foster to Star in TV Land's Darren Star Pilot
Based on the novel of the same name by Pamela Redmond Satran, YOUNGER tells the story of a suddenly single New Jersey housewife and mother in her early 40s who, unable to restart her career, decides to lie about her age and successfully passes herself off as a 20-something. Armed with a makeover and new résumé, she wins a position at the city's hottest publishing company.
Shonda Rhimes Talks SCANDAL's Brutal Season 3 and the Issue of Likability
"To me it felt the natural progression of Huck’s character. If Quinn’s gonna do these things, then Huck is gonna do what Huck does. I try not to make the characters bend to our will. If I’ve set up a world in which this is what Huck does, and this is the way Huck treats people who are traitors, and this is how Huck protects Olivia, then that’s what he’d have to do to Quinn as well."
SCANDAL Season 3 Episode Order Trimmed in Wake of Kerry Washington's Pregnancy News
The network gave no official explanation for the cutback, but it’s safe to say the decision was made in response to the real-life pregnancy of leading lady Kerry Washington. The actress’ spring due date would’ve made shooting those final four episodes next to impossible.
A BREAKING BAD Snow Globe That Shakes Blue Crystals Onto A Winnebago in the Albuquerque Desert
What better way to show someone you love them than with a snow globe that shakes blue crystals onto a Winnebago in the Albuquerque desert? This glass diorama recalls the all too familiar BREAKING BAD scene depicting Walt and Jesse’s very humble beginnings. The Blue Sky Snow Globe is available for purchase at Firebox.
Regina King Joins FX Series THE STRAIN
THE STRAIN is a high-concept thriller that tells the story of Dr. Ephraim Goodweather (Corey Stoll), the head of the Centers for Disease Control Canary Team in New York City. He and his team are called on to investigate a mysterious viral outbreak with hallmarks of an ancient and evil strain of vampirism. King will play Ruby Wain, the smart and accomplished manager of philandering rock star Gabriel Bolivar (Jack Kesy).
Brazil’s television dream machine fueled by 7,000 people
“In 2012, Globo marketed 59 products equivalent to 25,000 hours of content in 33 different languages for 92 countries. In the first semester of this year, 42 titles were marketed for 123 countries.” The star series of 9:00 pm, “Avenida Brasil,” reflects the 40 million Brazilians who have recently joined the middle class.
An Encore for the ‘Smash’ That Wasn’t
With the TV series behind them (the last episode was shown in May), several of its principals are now set to reunite at the 54 Below club in Manhattan for three sold-out concerts on Sunday and Monday. The ostensible purpose is to perform “Hit List,” the never fully shown, vaguely “Rent”-like rock musical from SMASH.
TV Land has picked up YOUNGER, which is written, executive produced and directed by Darren Star (SEX AND THE CITY, MELROSE PLACE), to series with a 12-episode order, it was announced today by Larry W. Jones, President of TV Land. The 30-minute single-camera comedy stars Tony Award-winning Sutton Foster (BUNHEADS), Hilary Duff (LIZZIE MCGUIRE), Debi Mazar (ENTOURAGE) and Miriam Shor (GCB) and will premiere fall 2014 on the network. The series will shoot in New York - a first for TV Land.
Michelle is back in the thick of it in an all-new episode of ABC Family's original series BUNHEADS, airing Monday, January 14 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on ABC Family. 
It's a marathon of "Bunheads," "Baby" and "Burlesque" as ABC Family celebrates the New Year with a day of dance. Starting at 11 a.m. ET/PT, catch seven hours of the hit drama BUNHEADS, followed by a special airing of Dirty Dancing at 6 p.m. ET/PT and the network premiere of Burlesque, at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT.
A former ballerina turned Vegas showgirl decides to take a gamble on a new marriage and a fresh start in Paradise, CA in the series premiere of ABC Family's original drama, BUNHEADS, airing Monday, June 11th (9:00 - 10:00 p.m. ET/PT).
