Candidates Announced For NBC´s THE APPRENTICE 4

A Rhodes Scholar, NFL player and an inventor are among Donald Trump´s "hand-picked" cast of eighteen young entrepreneurs on the fourth season of NBC´s THE APPRENTICE (September 22, 9-10 pm ET/PT). "For the first time, I hand-picked an APPRENTICE cast and I´m thrilled with the results," said Donald Trump, executive producer. "This is the best reality show cast I´ve ever encountered. They have it all: beauty, brains, and big bucks."

Ranging in age from 22-41, these candidates boast degrees from Oxford, Wharton, MIT, and Georgetown and several of the candidates are already millionaires. A wide range of applicants will greet Trump including an NFL player-turned ad sales executive, an inventor, a salon and spa chain owner, a financial journalist and a risk manager.

The 18 candidates on NBC´S THE APPRENTICE 4

Josh (New York, NY) Beauty Company Owner
Josh, 30, a successful entrepreneur and self-made multi-millionaire by the age of 24, has become a driving force in the cosmetics and beauty industry. Josh is co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of GoSMILE, Inc. In less than three years, he and his partners in the company have effectively established GoSMILE as the innovative pioneer and leader of the newest category in prestige retail, called Smile Beauty. Prior to this venture, he had successfully helped build and run a multi-media marketing services company, Student Advantage Inc., valued at over a billion dollars at its peak in the stock market. Over a nine-year period, Josh built and managed various aspects of the company, driving the growth of the company from 12 people, generating $400,000 in annual revenue, to nearly 500 people generating over $85 million in revenue. He received his B.S. in marketing and finance from the University of Albany. He married his high school sweetheart four years ago, and they are expecting their first child this January.

Rebecca (Chicago, IL) Financial Journalist
Rebecca, 23, was named "One of 20 Teens Who Will Change the World" by TEEN PEOPLE magazine in February 2000 and was awarded a Point of Light by President Clinton. She graduated with honors from the University of Chicago, earning degrees in economics and pre-law. As a Chicago-based investment banker, she structured mergers and acquisitions, as well as equity and debt transactions. Prior to that, she traded short-term interest rate options on Citigroup´s foreign exchange desk in London. Outside of business, Rebecca founded a non-profit organization, raising over $750,000 to support disenfranchised children. In conjunction with this effort, she lobbied state and federal government officials, speaking at a wide range of national conferences and sharing the stage with Al Gore and Colin Powell, among others. She also reported on-air, wrote and helped produce hard news, features, and entertainment segments for a weekly show on an NBC affiliate in her hometown of Minneapolis. She is currently a financial journalist in Chicago.

Brian (New York, NY) Print Company Executive
Brian, 23, originally from Old Beth Page, NY, is Director of Business Development for The True Type Printing Company, a New York City-based commercial printing company. During his tenure, Brian effectively launched new initiatives within the print and graphic arts vertical market. He helped orchestrate a comprehensive overhaul of this 70-year-old company into a 30,000 square foot modern state-of-the-art commercial printing facility - increasing its overall capability and profitability. Prior to this position, Brian has been a consultant with many of the industry leaders in technology including America Online, Inc. and Razorfish, Inc. developing successful software application systems for their clients. From 1997-1999, Brian helped cultivate an Internet startup company on Long Island called The Fountainhead Management, which was sold to the publicly traded e-commerce company, Intershop Communications in March of 1999. Additionally, at the age of 18, Brian was the youngest citizen panelist on the show POLITICALLY INCORRECT WITH BILL MAHER.

Toral (Philadelphia, PA) Investment Banker
Toral, 29, currently a Vice President in the Capital Markets group of a major investment bank in New York City, is among the handful of officer level women in her group responsible for originating, structuring, negotiating and closing multi-million dollar business deals. Fluent in French, Hindi and English, Toral has traveled to more than 15 foreign countries over the course of her career, working with top business leaders in both the public and private sectors. A graduate of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, Toral has worked for some of the country´s leading financial institutions including Goldman Sachs and American Express. In addition, Toral is a skilled day trader and self-made multi-millionaire. Her recent investments include luxury real estate and upscale restaurant projects in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Toral now resides in New York City, and likes to spend her free time at her homes in Miami Beach and London.

Chris (Dallas, TX) Marketing Executive
Chris, 27, is a former NFL player for the New Orleans Saints, Tennessee Titans and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He earned a B.S. in speech communications and rhetoric with a minor in political science from Texas A&M University, where he was an All-Conference Offensive Lineman and a four-year letterman. He currently works in advertising sales as an executive at KRLD News Radio 1080-AM in Dallas, Texas, where he was recently named "salesperson of the year," for generating over $1,500,000 in new revenue and breaking the company´s 79-year record for first year sales. During this time, he started a company called Big Tree Investments LLC., a transactional real estate company that uses land trusts to acquire and wholesale properties. In 2004, Chris and his wife Lacie founded C&L, Inc., which operates their 100-acre tree farm in East Texas, where they raise and harvest pine trees for long-term investment growth. He and his wife enjoy traveling and spending time on their ranch.

Kristi (Gainesville, GA) Sales Executive
Kristi, 24, top sales executive for Gold Creek Golf Club, a high profile 27-hole golf course in Dawsonville, GA, exceeded her yearly quota of $600,000 in her first four months on the job. Kristi went on to reach a total of $1.3 million in sales while becoming a Vice President and leading her sales team. She received a full scholarship to play soccer at Truett McConnel College and Brenau University. She was an All-American Nominee and was nationally ranked. Kristi was able to accomplish all of this after having a premature child at the age of 16. With her daughter now in second grade she has found the man of her dreams who she is to marry this fall. They will continue to live in Gainesville, GA

Clay (College Station, TX) Realtor
Clay, 28, originally from the small town of Stephenville, Texas, has been involved with real estate his entire life, both through his parent´s custom home business and the very detailed homes he built using the thousand´s of Lego´s he still owns. Clay attended Texas A&M University for three years where, during his freshman year, he realized his passion was real estate and began working as a REALTOR´s assistant. A year later he moved his real estate license to Century 21 Beal, Inc. where he has worked for almost nine years. His unique attention to detail and creative abilities have driven him to be one of the top real estate agents in the Bryan/College Station area. Clay´s specialty is new construction where he loves to help buyers and builders design and create unique properties to fit their lifestyles or market demands.

Felisha (Kansas City, MO) Real Estate Developer
Felisha, 29, earned a B.S. in Aviation Human Factors and Systems from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, and then traveled to Atlanta where she was contracted to do research for the Federal Aviation Administration. In 2001, she took the opportunity to assist an Illinois-based real estate company in its growth. She quickly learned management and development, and started her own development companies: 4010 Washington, Mason Management and Mason Hotels. She currently owns real estate throughout the U.S., and recently purchased a 100-room hotel development in Lafayette, LA. Originally from Middleton, Idaho, Felisha´s motivations for success are her twin brother, two other siblings, and deceased parents. Her passions are flying (she is a pilot) and racing sailboats.

Randal (Somerset, NJ) Consulting Firm Owner
Randal, 34, is the founder, president and CEO of his fifth venture "BCT Partners," a multi-million dollar management, technology and policy consulting firm based in Newark, NJ, that works with corporations, government agencies, philanthropic and nonprofit organizations. Born in Philadelphia and raised in Hightstown, NJ, he holds five academic degrees in engineering, business and technology including a B.S. from Rutgers University, an M.S. from the University of Oxford in England as a Rhodes Scholar, and an M.S., M.B.A. and Ph.D. from MIT. A former college championship track and field athlete, he has received numerous awards for his accomplishments as an entrepreneur and technologist including the National Society of Black Engineers "National Member of the Year." A Leadership New Jersey Fellow and Next Generation Leadership Fellow, Randal has been featured by BLACK ENTERPRISE magazine and EBONY magazine in their "30 Leaders of the Future" issue. He is a proud member of First Baptist Church in Somerset, NJ, where he resides and is happily married to his wife Zahara.

Jennifer M. (Los Angeles, CA) Ad Sales Manager
Jennifer M., 26, former Miss Oregon USA, is a consultant and speaker with a national advertising firm. One of twelve children, she was home-schooled and, inspired by her father´s entrepreneurial spirit, she dove into business at age 17. By the age of 21 she started investing in and developing real estate ventures. At age 23, Jennifer secured a management position with an advertising firm, and developed new businesses throughout the state of Oregon. She recently moved from Southern Oregon to Los Angeles where she continues to oversee her real estate development business.

James (Alexandria, VA) Sales Executive
James, 27, is in the top three percent of sales for Cingular Wireless and is a Cingular Summit award winner. He recently started a real estate investment firm, J.S. DILLON, with his wife Shawna and they currently own properties in Alexandria, VA., Washington DC, and Chicago. James graduated cum laude from Frostburg State University with a B.S. in business administration and was also Vice President of Sigma Beta Delta and a four-year baseball letterman/captain. Upon graduation, he earned his second diploma in broadcasting and interned at "The John Thompson Show" and "The Sports Reporters" on SportsTalk980. He was dubbed "Gentleman Jim" while interning on Z104´s, "The Bush League Morning Show." This experience led him to a position as a roaming reporter, production assistant, and weekend sportscaster at WHSV TV3 in Harrisonburg, VA.

Alla (Las Vegas, NV) Salon & Spa Chain Owner
Alla, 31, a self-made multi-millionaire, owns a chain of upscale Dolphin Court Salons & Day Spas in Las Vegas. She also builds million dollar custom mansions for resale and invests avidly in commercial and residential land. Born and raised in Kishinev, Moldavia, formerly of Russia, Alla moved to the U.S.A. with her parents in 1988 to fulfill the "American Dream." At age 19, she purchased her first building, and at age 23 she was one of the youngest pioneers of the spa boom. Recently, she negotiated one of her most lucrative business deals by selling the spa and the salon she owned at a star studded Hotel and Casino in Henderson, NV. Encouraged by her celebrity clientele, Alla has been developing her own European-derived skin care and hair care lines. She successfully balances a happy marriage, motherhood to her four children, and a thriving career in the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas.

Jennifer W. (Anthem, AZ) Realty Company Owner
Jennifer, 31, received a B.A. in public relations and political science from Murray State University while playing on the university's women's golf team. Originally from Tennessee, Jennifer was a former president of her local Future Farmers of America Association. She enjoys riding horses, camping and even earned her first dollar showing sheep. Jennifer moved to Arizona in 2000 and opened her own real estate company called "Hot Realty." She is the designated broker overseeing 70 plus agents and employees. In its first year of business her company grossed over $1.3 million dollars and is on target to more than double that in 2005. In addition, she recently opened her second business "Off the Hook Sushi & Martini Bar." Proving itself to be a hip and trendy local spot to dine on delicious cuisine, she and her partners plan to open two more restaurants in the next year. Jennifer is also the proud "Mommy" of two children.

Markus (Sarasota, FL) Inventor
Markus, 41, grew up splitting his time between Chicago and Sarasota, FL. and has lived in many other cities including Los Angeles, Atlanta and New York. While attending Santa Monica College for pre-law, Markus chose to breakaway in favor of pursuing the life of an entrepreneur. He had involvement in the ultra high-end furniture industry for ten years, focusing on distribution and furniture design with clients including Disney, Universal and select residential properties. Markus invented, developed and marketed The FootMate System and currently is reintroducing the system with key industry partners and has many other products in the works. In addition, he continues to manage and invest in numerous waterfront real estate properties. Markus has an intense passion for life and adventure - ranking high on the list are skiing, auto racing, flying and pursing a passion for fine wine frequently traveling to Bordeaux, Champagne and Paris.

Melissa (Tampa, FL) Real Estate Investor
Melissa, 30, was a star softball and soccer athlete for much of her youth. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of Denver, with a dual B.S. degree in Accounting and International Finance, and two Master Degrees in Accounting and Computer Information Systems. Melissa's Fortune 500 professional foundation includes accounting and tax consulting at KPMG, followed by becoming Vice President of Investments at Wachovia Securities. She built a portfolio of investments valued more than $48 million in her first year as a stockbroker. True to her entrepreneurial spirit, Melissa founded Mosaic Co., offering title and inspection services, mortgage lending, and lease-option housing, after many years of buying, selling, and rehabbing properties. She recently acquired several apartment buildings in Fla. and is currently expanding into the hospitality and senior housing industries.

Mark (Louisville, KY) Wealth Manager
Mark, 35, graduated from the University of Louisville with a B.A. in finance and completed his M.B.A. from Bellarmine University. He founded and sold more than eight successful businesses over the past ten years while working for PNC Brokerage. During his time at PNC, he was also the firm´s top producer for nine consecutive years in the Kentucky and Indiana region. After leaving the firm, he launched Lamkin Wealth Management, which has vaulted to the top two percent of LPL firms nationwide in just three-and-a-half years. Mark´s goal is to manage $100 million dollars in five years. He and his wife Jennifer have two children.

Marshawn (Atlanta, GA) Recent Law School Graduate
Marshawn, 26, is CEO of Communications Counts!, a national professional development and public speaking consulting agency where she travels the country working with politicians, athletes, entertainers, and media personalities. As Miss District of Columbia, she finished 3rd runner-up at the Miss America competition. A national spokesperson on youth crime prevention and leadership development, and she has worked with the U.S. Justice Department as a co-founder of the National Youth Network. She graduated magna cum laude from Texas Christian University with honors, and was named a Harry S. Truman Scholar, an ambassador to the International Summit of Achievement in Ireland, and one of GLAMOUR magazine´s "Top Ten College Women." She received her J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center, where she served as a criminal defense attorney in the Juvenile Justice Clinic and as a litigator on Georgetown´s International Commercial Arbitration Team competing in Vienna, Austria. Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, she relocated from Washington, D.C. to Georgia where she will begin her career as a litigator with a top Atlanta law firm.

Adam (Atlanta, GA) Risk Manager
Adam, 22, graduated at the age of 20 in the top of his class from Georgia State University with a B.B.A. majoring in risk management and insurance. He began his career at the early age of 19 at Marsh & McLennan Companies, a Fortune 200 Company, in their investment banking division. By age 20, Adam was managing a book of business, at Marsh USA Inc., exceeding three million for blue chip companies providing them with tailored risk management solutions. He recently moved to New York City where he is currently working for one of the Big 4 Accounting/Advisory Firms where he advises the head of Fortune 500 Companies on risk management strategies. As a first generation American, Adam derives his inspiration and entrepreneurial spirit from his parents successful business that they started from nothing and grew to a multimillion-dollar enterprise. Additionally, growing up, Adam worked in the family tool and dye machine shop business and managed the family´s multimillion-dollar real estate business located in the heart of metro Atlanta. Adam´s summers were spent in Israel, his family´s origin, which had a tremendous influence on his values.

THE APPRENTICE 4 official website is www.nbc.com/The_Apprentice/jump.shtml

VH1 Announces Reality Show MY FAIR BRADY

Here´s the story of a man named Brady who is living with his supermodel girl....

This is the theme song for VH1´s latest love story, MY FAIR BRADY.

Christopher Knight, known as Peter Brady of the 70´s phenomenon, THE BRADY BUNCH and Adrianne Curry the first-ever, AMERICA´S NEXT TOP MODEL caught each other´s eye during VH1´s SURREAL LIFE 4. Now, almost a year later they are still in love and living together.

Their budding romance is the topic of VH1´s new reality show, MY FAIR BRADY, premiering Sunday, September 11 at 9:30 PM. Twenty-four hours, seven days a week, VH1 cameras capture the everyday lives of these lovebirds as they juggle their radically different lifestyles and age difference - he´s 47, she´s 22. While it seems that they have joined the ranks of Hollywood´s recent obsession with May-December romances such as Demi and Ashton or Tom and Katie, there is one twist. Although the twice-married Chris loves Adrianne he is reluctant to marry her. Adrianne, on the other hand, has been ready to marry Chris since she laid eyes on him and now she´s putting on the pressure.

So Chris has devised a plan. He wants Adrianne to prove to him that she is independent and can mature beyond her wild ways before becoming wife material. Finally, Adrianne delivers Chris that dreaded ultimatum: either step up, or I´m moving out. Only time, fights, tears, sex, and a special appearance by Florence Henderson will tell if this relationship can move forward before it self-destructs.

Viewer´s can log on to vh1.com to learn more about MY FAIR BRADY.

AOL Music and Warner Music Group Announces Reality Show Music Competition

THE BIZ is an exciting new Web-based reality show and competition that will find the next generation of players to shape the music business. Contestants from across the country will compete for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to found and run their own record label. Under the guidance of seasoned music business executives, THE BIZ´s contestants will learn the ropes or hit the road. In the end, our judges will find the tastemaker who can produce the music talent. THE BIZ will bring the coolest aspects of reality TV - the competition, the personalities, the drama - to the Web. Video segments will be updated daily, along with contestant blogs, photos, quizzes, polls, and music. It´s like a 24/7 Biz party, and you´re invited.

They are looking for the best of the best - creative, ambitious and interesting men and women with enthusiasm for music and the music industry. They want people with a real feel for music, regardless of the genre, but knowledge and appreciation of a particular type of music is also great. This is a competition for a real job, so leadership skills and self-confidence are a must. For more information, you can go to: GetIntoTheBiz.com

This Sunday - COURT TV Premieres New Reality Series PARCO, PI

When the drama of investigation meets the reality of family life, the result is PARCO, PI, a new hybrid reality/docu-drama series from Court TV that follows the Parcos, a family of New York City private eyes, as they crack cases and expose secrets at their family-run private investigation firm. From cheating spouses to corrupt business partners, the series, premiering Sunday, August 28 at 10 PM EST, combines the most compelling elements of verite documentaries and scripted drama.

NBC´s THE BIGGEST LOSER Announces 14 New Candidates

NBC´s competitive weight-loss series THE BIGGEST LOSER (Tuesdays, 8-9 p.m. ET) revealed 14 new candidates - including a stand-up comic, an attorney, two police officers and a physician - who will form rival teams of men versus women in an attempt to win a grand prize of $250,000 for shedding the most pounds.

The unscripted series kicks off with a special 90-minute episode on Tuesday, Sept. 13 (8-9:30 p.m. ET).

THE BIGGEST LOSER offers overweight participants the opportunity to undergo a radical physical makeover without any kind of surgery. Caroline Rhea (SABRINA, THE TEENAGE WITCH) returns to host as contestants vie for the grand prize of $250,000 for losing the most weight in a safe and recommended manner through comprehensive diet and exercise. The life-altering series gathers contestants from across the country to face real-life temptations while being provided with approved weight-loss skills and resources in an effort to help them transform their bodies, health - and ultimately, their lives.

Each team works out under the supervision of professional trainers Jillian Michaels (red team) and Bob Harper (blue team).

The seven women and seven men who form the new THE BIGGEST LOSER teams include:

THE WOMEN:
· Ryan Kelly, 26, Jefferson City, Tennessee
Free-spirited Kelly is a legal assistant and a music director at her church while her husband is a church deacon and a police officer. She has two young children and she is a devoted wife and mother. While she considers her weight "out of control," at 26, she just wants to feel attractive again for herself and her husband. She could steal the spotlight and is considered to be a magnetic force majeure.

· Kathryn Murphy, 28, Bloomington, Minnesota
As an attorney who can win most debates, Murphy's confidence and fierce intelligence will be major assets in her will to win. Like so many women, she is self-sufficient and independent and stops at nothing - but needs the right "tools" to lose weight. Passionate about her work and all aspects of her life, Murphy doesn´t have enough time to focus on herself but believes the competition will allow her to focus on losing weight.

· Jen Kersey, 24, Des Moines, Iowa
Kersey is a med student, wife and mother of two young children. The saying "all work and no play" describes Kersey, who attends medical school all day, then returns home to cook dinner for her family, tuck her kids into bed - and then stay up until the early morning studying for exams. With no time for herself, she puts her family first. Kersey´s demise when it comes to food has been the vending machines at work. Without time to eat or prepare a healthy meal for herself, she grabs what is convenient versus what is healthy. She is studying osteopathic medicine and wants to be a role model for her patients. Brutally honest, Kersey always gives 100 percent.

· Suzanne Mendonca, 26, Franklin Square, New York
Mendonca is one tough NYPD cop who had yet to meet a challenge she couldn´t conquer with the exception of her weight. The feisty Mendonca is the typical "Monday dieter" who fails by mid-week, only to start again by the following Monday. But she is now motivated to lose weight for her wedding so that she can wear the dress of her dreams. But she acknowledges that chocolate is her weakness - and temptation will be her greatest obstacle.

· Shannon Mullen, 29, Revere, Massachusetts
Mullen is a contract administrator from Massachusetts who doesn´t always feel the way she looks because her weight proves to be debilitating. Admittedly stubborn, Mullen says she can be too hard on herself. As a single mom, Mullen has raised her daughter on her own and wants to learn how to eat to live - not live to eat. Her goal is to look at a picture taken of her and not feel embarrassed.

· Andrea Overstreet, 28, Placentia, California
A wife and mother of two young children, Overstreet is a cosmetologist who wants to feel like a princess all the time. She loves attention and wants to regain the body she once had. Unlike the others, Overstreet has not always battled with her weight. Athletic and active, she was thin most of her life but since having kids and giving up sports, she has not been able to lose the weight. She admits to often thinking before she speaks - and then jumping to conclusions. All Overstreet says she needs is a "kick in the butt" to jump-start her weight-loss.

· Suzy Preston, 28, Des Moines, Washington
The 28-year-old hairdresser only wants to lose weight, feel confident - and find the man of her dreams. The All-American sweetheart is giving, energetic and positive. She even has swung through the jungles in Costa Rica and claims if she can do that, then she can do anything. Preston wants to find her man, settle down and feel healthy again. Selfless and demure, she also wears her heart on her sleeve, making it likely that many viewers will empathize with her.

THE MEN:
· Nick Gaza, 39, Glendale, California
As a stand-up comic, Gaza uses comedy to mask his weight issues. Loyal, caring and a good listener, Gaza also admits to being lazy and doesn´t have the motivation he needs to kick start a healthy lifestyle. Making people laugh is his pride and joy even at the expense of himself. The single Gaza wants to be good-looking again at 39 years of age and doesn´t want to worry about having a heart attack which is no laughing matter.

· Ruben Hernandez, 37, Culver City, California
Hernandez is the class clown, flirt and "life of the party" all rolled into one. Outgoing and friendly, he tends to light up a room when he walks in but admits his behavior can get him into trouble. With a one-time svelte body, Hernandez has fallen a victim to his mom´s tasty home cooking of chili verde. Hernandez is an instigator who is can be expected to spice up the show as much as he does his own life.

· Matt Hoover, 28, Marion, Iowa
A legend back in his hometown, Hoover was an NCAA wrestling champion from Iowa State in his glory days. Until recently, he had never seen himself as a "fat guy." He competed in the world championships and even beat a contender who won a gold medal in the Summer Olympics in Athens. Hoover was torn from his Olympic dreams by an injury, and as a result, gained so much weight that he pushed himself outside the realm of competitive sports. But Hoover has the heart of a champion and is sure to inspire his teammates and viewers alike.

· Jeff Levine, 42, Hillsborough, New Jersey
Dr. Levine is more than the average father of four girls. A family physician, an associate professor and a director of women´s health programs, Dr. Levine never has time for himself. His primary focus is on his patients, his kids and his wife. That leaves little time for him to care for himself. America will see this multi-tasking doctor at last concentrate on his own needs as he tries to practice what he preaches.

· Pete Thomas, 36, Ypsilanti, Michigan
The jovial Thomas, 36, is from Detroit and likes to be the life of the party wherever he goes. But he also likes good food, and as a devoted husband, he says his love of comestibles is to blame for his weight gain. He considers exercise painful and food "a friend." Growing up in foster care, Pete knows he can overcome anything with a little direction and eating guidance. But he considers himself as competitive as any one of his 13 other contestants.

· Seth Word, 24, Sacramento, California
Word is a happily married man and father whose Mormon faith is very important to him. A role model in every sense of the word, Word never takes the easy way out. Acting under his motto, "put family first," Word is determined to lose weight and see his 18-month-old child grow up healthy. He is a product of his own hard work in sales and wants to take care of himself, once and for all, by hitting his goal weight.

· Mark Yesitis, 36, Campbell, California
Yesitis is a San Francisco police officer and cancer survivor who works patrol as a field-training officer - which means he hears "fat jokes" all the time. Sick of the stereotype that all cops hang out in doughnut shops, he wants to disprove that notion. Actually, Yesitis got into the police force so that he could help people, and he wants to continue inspiring others with his story. Just two years ago, he beat testicular cancer. This married father of two children is out to prove that anything - including weight loss - is possible.

SOAPnet Renews I WANNA BE A SOAP STAR For Third Season

Get Ready for I WANNA BE A SOAP STAR - Season Three!

On the heels of blockbuster ratings for its second installment SOAPnet greenlights season three of its hit reality series, I WANNA BE A SOAP STAR.

Contestants Vie To Win 13-Week Contract Role on ABC´s ONE LIFE TO LIVE. SOAPnet, the new way to watch soaps, has picked up I WANNA BE A SOAP STAR for its third season, announced Deborah Blackwell, General Manager SOAPnet.

Production on the series is scheduled to begin in January, and casting for the third season´s ten episodes will begin this fall. The show is slated to begin airing in June 2006. Host Cameron Mathison of ABC´s ALL MY CHILDREN returns for the third installment of the series.

THE CONTENDER Rematch Fight Set For October 15

Mark Burnett Productions, DreamWorks Television, and ESPN, Inc. have announced a date, venue and fight card for the first of three boxing specials.

On Saturday, October 15th 2005, live from STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California, ESPN will televise a fight card packed with Season One Contender fighters as they once again battle in classic East vs. West fashion.

The Contender champion Sergio "The Latin Snake" Mora will be defending his Contender belt against rival Peter "The Pride of Providence" Manfredo Jr., whom he last defeated in May. This highly anticipated rematch will take place in Mora´s hometown of Los Angeles at STAPLES Center on Saturday, October 15th.

"Living together under one roof as long as we did created a bond that isn´t typically found in a solitary sport such as boxing. Peter and I have a mutual respect for one another, thus allowing this rematch to take place. But this time, he´ll have to come to my hometown, and you can believe the snake will bite again," stated a confident Sergio Mora.

Peter Manfredo provided his comments, "This is make-or-break for me. I refuse to lose twice in a row. I proved that against Alfonso and I´ll prove that against Sergio. It´s time to restore the Pride to Providence. October 15th will be the day I do just that."

The undercard will feature the exciting match-ups of Alfonso "Superman" Gomez vs. Jeff "The Hell Raza" Fraza, Anthony Bonsante vs. Jesse Brinkley, Jonathan Reid vs. Miguel Espino.

"As we embark on the next phase of THE CONTENDER with our new partners at ESPN, we are thrilled to have a terrific home for our Oct 15 event in The Staples Center, which has been the site of some of the best world class boxing in recent years," stated Jeffrey Katzenberg, executive producer of THE CONTENDER.

"As the event that launches the ESPN era for THE CONTENDER, we´re scheduling the ´East vs. West´ special with an eye toward ratings success - in prime time on Saturday night October 15th following a college football game, a powerful lead-in for a powerful new ESPN Original Entertainment series," expressed Will Staeger, Executive producer, ESPN Original Entertainment.

"Rocky-style, THE CONTENDER has improved the televised boxing viewing experience by making millions of fans care about the men who step into the ring. We know their families, their hopes and their dreams! That´s why it works, and will continue to work," explained Mark Burnett.

ESPN will air the event live at 8:00pm (PST) / 11:00pm (EST).

THE LAW FIRM Set To Resume On Bravo On August 30

Bravo will air the eight-episode competition reality series THE LAW FIRM, beginning with back-to-back airings of the first two one-hour episodes Tuesday, August 30 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. The subsequent, never-before-aired episodes will roll out Tuesdays at 8:00 p.m. for six consecutive weeks starting September 6.

The unscripted series from multiple Emmy Award winning producer David E. Kelley (THE PRACTICE, ALLY MCBEAL, L.A. LAW) provides an informative peek inside the legal system by following real lawyers as they compete against each other and try real court cases with real clients, in front of real judges and juries, resulting in outcomes that are final, legal and binding for the parties. Representing a diverse array of legal backgrounds the competing attorneys must think quickly on their feet and remain composed in even the stickiest of situations.

Smart, strong-willed and fiercely competitive, the attorneys work together in different teams each week, battling tight deadlines, intense pressure and even each other as they strategize, prepare and try their cases, which range from First Amendment issues to neighbor disputes to wrongful death. Judges will decide some of the cases, while a jury determines the others. Each week, the stakes get higher - not only in the competition among the lawyers but with the cases themselves. In the end, the top attorney will win a prize of $250,000.

Premier trial attorney and legal analyst Roy Black is the managing partner of THE LAW FIRM and determines which of the twelve lawyers will be eliminated each week. A renowned criminal defense and civil lawyer with more than 35 years of experience, Black has represented such high-profile clients as William Kennedy Smith, Rush Limbaugh and artist Peter Max. Black serves as senior partner of the busy Miami-based law firm of Black, Srebnick, Kornspan & Stumpf, P.A. In addition, he currently serves as an NBC News legal analyst, appearing regularly on THE TODAY SHOW and other NBC and MSNBC news programs. He was recently selected by his peers for the fifth consecutive edition (a span of 10 years) for inclusion in "The Best Lawyers in America 2003-2004."

THE APPRENTICE MARTHA STEWART Names Two Advisors For The Show

Martha Stewart taps her daughter Alexis Stewart, Consultant, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. and Charles Koppelman, Chairman of the Board, MSLO to be her advisors on NBC´s THE APPRENTICE: MARTHA STEWART (September 21, 8-9pm ET/PT). Alexis Stewart and Koppelman will serve as Martha´s "eyes and ears" during each week´s task and will join her in the conference room to counsel her on which candidate should be sent home.

"Charles Koppelman, Chairman of the Board of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, and Alexis Stewart, my daughter and colleague, are a dynamic duo with me in the conference room," said Martha Stewart, Founder, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. "No one knows me better than Alexis and she understands my way of conducting business and dealing with people. Charles brings the expertise of a legendary entrepreneur to the conference room each week."

"As the original APPRENTICE, it´s an honor to join my mother each week in the conference room," said Alexis Stewart. "Having contributed to almost every aspect of her business empire, I know first hand what it will take for one of these sixteen candidates to win the competition and I´m not afraid to call them out in the conference room."

"During the course of my career, I´ve been shoulder to shoulder with some impressive, powerful people, none more so than Martha Stewart," said Koppelman. "The world knows of her unsurpassed creativity, but to sit with her in any room, to watch her in action, reasoning, listening, making decisions, is to understand how bright she is, how good she is at the business of being Martha Stewart. What sitting with Martha and Alexis in the conference room of THE APPRENTICE demonstrates is how much fun she is too. Being on THE APPRENTICE with the Stewart ladies, has been a highlight of my professional life."

As previously announced, ten women and six men will compete to become Martha Stewart´s first APPRENTICE. Ranging in age from 22-42, this esteemed group of creative entrepreneurs will compete for thirteen weeks on tasks related to Martha Stewart´s area of expertise - publishing, apparel, entertainment and branding. Among the candidates - many of whom own their businesses - are ad executives, creative directors, accomplished chefs, lawyers, designers, a magazine publisher, and a TV newscaster. Martha Stewart´s APPRENTICE will feature a ´conference room´ and candidates will live in a ´loft,´ versus a ´boardroom´ and living in a ´suite.´

Alexis Stewart, Consultant, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. was raised in both New York City and Westport, Connecticut. Her first job was assisting her mother in her catering business where she learned first hand the ways to employ creativity and turn a passion into a profitable business. She attended Greens Farms Academy in Westport, and graduated from the Putney School in Vermont. She then returned to New York City to attend Barnard College where she graduated with a BA in English.

After graduating, Alexis Stewart then explored several entrepreneurial ventures including the construction of the upscale Bridgehampton Motel property in Bridgehampton, Long Island which she designed and operated. With a passion for exercise and yoga, Alexis Stewart recognized the Hamptons´ growing need for high-end fitness centers and built the East Hampton Gym, which she ran for several years until selling it to fitness trainer Bruce Cotter. She then partnered with Cotter, and together they completely redesigned and rebuilt the Sag Harbor Gym in Sag Harbor, New York. Three years ago Alexis Stewart partnered to create the Karma Yoga Studio in New York City. This large facility, which offered many types of multi-level yoga, has since been sold to Yoga Works.

At present, in addition to her duties on THE APPRENTICE: MARTHA STEWART and her consulting duties for MSLO, Alexis Stewart is developing Martha Stewart Living Radio for SIRIUS Satellite Radio.

Charles Koppelman, Chairman of the Board, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. previously served as Vice Chairman since December 2004 and as a director since July 2004. Koppelman also currently serves as a consultant to MSLO and was instrumental in initiating several key business relationships at MSLO, including MSLO´s partnerships with SIRIUS Satellite Radio to create Martha Stewart Living Radio; and relationship Rodale Publishing, publisher of THE MARTHA RULES: 10 ESSENTIALS FOR ACHIEVING SUCCESS AS YOU START, GROW, OR MANAGE A BUSINESS. Koppelman also serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of CAK Entertainment, Inc., a music and entertainment business.

Koppelman has enjoyed a distinguished career in the music and entertainment industry where he began, in 1960, as a musician. As a member of the vocal trio "Ivy Three," Koppelman recorded the single YOGI which reached the top 10 on Billboard´s Hot 100. Soon after, he joined publishing executive Don Kirshner at Aldon Music alongside a songwriting staff of legends including, Carole King and Neil Sedaka. The following year, along with his friend and business partner Don Rubin, Koppelman formed Koppelman/Rubin Associates - the first of several independent publishing and record production companies he would operate. After selling his publishing company, Koppelman became Vice President of CBS Records´ publishing company, April/Blackwood Music. Two years later, he was appointed National Director of A&R for Columbia Records signing such greats as Billy Joel, Journey, Janis Ian and Phoebe Snow.

In 1976, Koppelman and Martin Bandier formed the Entertainment Company which was responsible for many hits including those by Barbara Streisand, Dolly Parton, Lionel Richie and Diana Ross. By 1985, Koppelman and his partners had formed S.B.K. Entertainment World, which became the world´s largest independent publisher and, in 1989, S.B.K. Entertainment World merged with EMI Music. The transaction was the largest music publishing sale at the time. Koppelman took over as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of EMI Music Publishing from 1990 to 1994. From 1994 to 1997, he served as Chief Executive Officer of EMI Records Group, North America.

A life-long New Yorker, Koppelman was born in Brooklyn on March 30, 1940, and was raised in a blue-collar neighborhood in Queens.

Viewers, Not Judges To Decide DANCING WITH THE STARS: DANCE-OFF

One good turn deserves another! actor John O´Hurley and soap star Kelly Monaco will go toe-to-toe once again in a live ballroom competition dance-off.

America Will Decide Who the Winner Is, with Results to Be Announced During a September 22nd Telecast

In the spirit of good-natured competition, champion Kelly Monaco and her professional dance partner, Alec Mazo, will meet runner-up John O´Hurley and his professional partner Charlotte Jorgensen, once again on the dance floor. DANCING WITH THE STARS: DANCE-OFF airs Tuesday, September 20 (8:30-10:00 p.m., ET, LIVE on the East Coast/tape delayed to the West) on the ABC Television Network.

Audiences were dazzled by John and Charlotte´s elegant waltzes and raved at Kelly and Alec´s spicy Latin dances, resulting in a thrilling and hotly debated finale. For this special event, both champ and runner-up have agreed to reunite for one more electrifying showdown!

The dance-off will feature each couple performing several styles of dance -- Latin, ballroom and freestyle. Our colorful and animated judges will return to give their critiques, but only viewers´ votes will count... America will truly decide the winner of the dance-off. Viewers are invited to weigh in with their votes via phones and the internet immediately following the broadcast on the 20th. And unlike the series, they won´t have to wait a week to learn the results of their votes. This time, results will be announced during a separate telecast which will air on Thursday, September 22 (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET).

In addition to more fabulous costumes and the sensational live band, also included in the special will be dance demonstrations by the professional dancers from the series: Ashly Delgrosso, Jonathan Roberts, Edyta Sliwinska and Louis van Amstel.

Candidates Revealed For THE APPRENTICE: MARTHA STEWART

Martha Stewart welcomes sixteen eclectic candidates into her conference room when NBC's THE APPRENTICE: MARTHA STEWART premieres September 21, 8-9 pm ET/PT. Stewart's APPRENTICE will feature a ´conference room´ and candidates will live in a ´loft,´ versus a ´boardroom´ and living in a ´suite.´ Ranging in age from 22-42, this esteemed group of creative entrepreneurs will compete for thirteen weeks to become Stewart´s first APPRENTICE. Among the candidates many of whom own their businesses are ad executives, creative directors, accomplished chefs, lawyers, designers, a magazine publisher, and a TV newscaster.

"I am incredibly impressed with this cast," said Stewart. "Their poise and creativity is balanced by a tremendous entrepreneurial spirit. Many of the candidates were as accomplished or more so than I when I started to build my business. Even so, there are some explosive personalities among the candidates and they really create a lot of tension in the conference room."

NBC´s THE APPRENTICE: MARTHA STEWART Candidates

Dawna (St. Petersburg, Fla.) Magazine Publisher
Dawna, 37, is the founder and publisher of HER SPORTS magazine, a national women´s sports magazine that won a 2004 Charlie Award for "Best New Magazine of the Year." The Southern California native and former Olympic swimming hopeful graduated from UC Berkeley with a B.S. and earned her M.B.A. from UCLA. Before entering the publishing business, Dawna served as Chief Marketing Officer at MarineMax, a $700 million publicly traded marine retail company, where she directed all marketing activities for the company´s 60 plus locations. Prior to MarineMax, she served as president and general manager of PR*Nutrition, a $20 million sports nutrition company. Dawna also spent four years as a strategy consultant for Deloitte Consulting and two years as a financial analyst for Morgan Stanley. She currently resides in St. Petersburg with her husband Matt and two dogs, Buffett and Val.

Marcela (Tijuana, Mexico) Cooking Instructor
Marcela, 27, successfully tackles motherhood and a culinary career as a chef. Born in San Diego and raised in Mexico, she now teaches cooking classes to over 40 students in her Tijuana, Mexico home while also running a catering company. She graduated as a "Certified Cook" from the Los Angeles Culinary Institute and her training has taken her to Paris, where she graduated as a classical French pastry chef from the Ritz Escoffier Cooking School. A guest chef on the Food Network and a former food editor and recipe stylist for BON APPETIT Magazine, Marcela dreams of hosting her own cooking show. Married to her kindergarten sweetheart, they have a one-year-old boy.

Amanda (Austin, Texas) Attorney
Amanda, 30, is an attorney for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. She graduated magna cum laude from Texas Tech University with a bachelor´s degree in public relations and earned a law degree from Texas Tech University´s School of Law. During law school, Amanda served as an articles editor for the law review and participated in moot court activities. She interned with then Texas Supreme Court Justice Priscilla Owen and currently practices employment and medical malpractice law. Amanda was selected as "Woman of the Year" by the Waco, Texas chapter of Altrusa International, an association of professionals dedicated to volunteerism. An eye cancer survivor, Amanda devotes her time to community outreach and volunteering on various projects benefiting cancer research. She currently resides in Austin, Texas, with her husband Jason and dog Teddy.

Carrie (Los Angeles/San Diego, Calif.) Creative Director
Carrie, 31, owns "Drive Creative, Inc." a San Diego communications company specializing in public relations, creative marketing, event planning and media project management. The former beauty pageant contestant - and first runner-up for the Miss California USA title in 2000 - worked for over six years as a stockbroker and provided financial commentary on talk radio. She has also pursued her talent for glass blowing, participating as a student, teacher and artist-in-residence in various national craft programs. Carrie dreams of combining her dual passion for art and commerce by branding her own contemporary glass line and producing documentaries about the craft. Born and raised in San Diego, Carrie attended both Dartmouth and UC San Diego where she earned a B.A. in communication with honors. She currently resides in Southern California with her fiancee.

David (Maplewood, Mo.) Internet Company Owner
David, 22, is fresh out of college but already an accomplished businessman. David, the youngest candidate, was a charismatic student at Washington University in St. Louis and was known to lecture classes at the request of his professors. The American Mensa member now earns six figures as the owner and creator of an internet advertising company and a mortgage information services company ­ both of which he started while still in college. In high school, David created "AIM Talk," a plug-in for AOL Instant Messenger that spoke instant messages using text-to-speech. David has a B.S. with a second major in entreprenuership. He lives just outside of St. Louis.

Jim (Gilbertsville, Pa.) Ad Executive
Jim, 36, earned dual undergraduate degrees in graphic design and art history from Philadelphia´s Tyler School of Art and spent his post-college years as a conceptual illustrator in Manhattan. He relocated to Philadelphia and started his own advertising and marketing company that targets overlooked regional venues within the city. The father of a five-year-old girl and newborn daughter, he lives with his wife in Gilbertsville, Pa.

Sarah (Washington, D.C.) Event Planner
Sarah, 25, piled up the championship honors as a top coxswain at the University of Virginia. A four-time NCAA medallist and All-ACC Team inductee, this accomplished athlete graduated from UVA with a bachelor´s degree in archaeology and physical anthropology. The St. Louis, Mo. native now works as a senior event planner for a healthcare-consulting firm in Washington, D.C. The firm provides best practice research and analysis, focusing on strategy, operations and general management to 2,100 of the country´s largest and most progressive health systems and medical centers. Sarah plans and runs over 30 large executive level summits annually across the country.

Bethenny (New York City, N.Y.) Natural Foods Chef
Bethenny, 34, is a natural foods chef with a custom food delivery service providing healthy meals catering to celebrity and high-profile individuals with unique needs. Bethenny is also a consulting chef for Boca Burger and attended culinary school where she studied food and healing. The NYU graduate owns bethennybakes.com, a lowfat, wheat-, dairy- and egg-free cookie company in New York. Prior to becoming a chef, Bethenny produced large-scale entertainment events for Merv Griffin Productions in Los Angeles and founded In Any Event, a company dedicated to producing high-profile celebrity events. She also started Princess Pashmina, a pashmina shawl importer, selling to celebrity clients and stores around the world. Bethenny, whose active lifestyle includes yoga, snowboarding and rollerblading, lives in New York City with her dog Cookie.

Ryan (Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Calif.) Recent Law Graduate
Ryan, 28, oversees the marketing and advertising for his father´s employment law firm while he awaits his results from the California state bar exam. After playing baseball at the junior college level, Ryan transferred to UC Davis and graduated with a bachelor´s degree in economics. Ryan enlisted myriad ways of supporting himself through college: running a car detailing business, teaching at baseball camps and modeling. After graduation, Ryan opened and ran the San Diego branch of his father´s firm. He earned his law degree from the California Western School of Law and lives with his wife in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California

Howie (Closter, New Jersey) Fashion Co. Owner
Howie, 33, decided three years ago to leave behind a successful career on Wall Street and enter the fashion industry. The gamble paid off. The Brooklyn native now runs Priorities, a highly lucrative contemporary woman´s clothing company earning over five million dollars annually. With his adult clothing sold in over 1,500 stores around the world, Howie recently introduced a children´s line. The University of Albany graduate lives with his wife in New Jersey.

Chuck (Philadelphia, Pa.) Interior Designer
Chuck, 38, owns "Work in Progress," an interior design firm specializing in design and construction for residential and commercial projects. He studied at the American College for the Applied Arts in Atlanta, Ga. and graduated with a bachelor´s degree in interior design. The New York native also maintains a working studio where he creates and sells his original artwork, which are mixed media pieces combining found objects and recycled pieces of his own creations. Chuck lives in Philadelphia with his partner.

Jennifer (Los Angeles, Calif.) Prosecutor
Jennifer, 32, handles 20-30 cases daily as a prosecutor in Orange County. Born in Vietnam, Jennifer moved to the U.S. with her family at age two. Seven years later she began work in her family´s Vietnamese bakery/cafe and eventually grew up to manage the business. She graduated from the University of Southern California with a dual degree in political science and international relations and earned her law degree from the University of the Pacific. Before passing the bar exam, Jennifer clerked for both a congressman and a former mayor of Los Angeles, as well as the district attorney´s office in Orange Country. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband.

Shawn (Grosse Pointe, Mich.) TV Newscaster
Shawn, 32, is no stranger to the television camera. She has spent the past decade working in local and network news, most recently as the morning anchor and entertainment host for an affiliate in Orlando, Fla. Often starting her work days at 2:00 a.m., Shawn reported on four major hurricanes in two months, hosted Central Florida´s version of AMERICAN IDOL, and interviewed newsmakers from Hillary Clinton to Jessica Simpson. She holds a bachelor´s degree in marketing from Penn State University and is fluent in Spanish, largely thanks to the four years she lived in Mexico City with her family. Shawn devotes her spare time to the Make-A-Wish Foundation as a "Wish Granter," working to fulfill the wishes of children with life-threatening illnesses.

Jeff (New York City, N.Y.) Creative Director
Jeff, 42, is both owner and creative director of Strychine Design, a graphic design and consulting firm in New York City. Prior to launching his own business, Jeff worked as a campaign manager, a legislative aide, the economic development officer for the Mission of St. Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations, and an administrator at the American Academy in Rome. He has also been a guest window designer for Tiffany & Co. Jeff frequently performs at The Moth, a non-profit storytelling organization in New York City, and is the winner of the 2003 GrandSLAM Championship for best spoken story. He lives in New York City with his partner Albert.

Leslie (Alexandria, Va.) Marketing Co. Owner
Leslie, 36, was named one of Hispanic Business magazine´s "100 Most Influential Hispanic Americans" and previously served as the executive director of the White House Initiative on Hispanic Education. A former aide to U.S. Representative Henry Bonilla, Leslie spearheaded the Republican Party´s first multimillion-dollar advertising campaign targeting Hispanic voters. Leslie - who once sold encyclopedias door-to-door - earned her M.B.A. from Johns Hopkins University and her undergraduate degree from George Washington University. She is the founder and CEO of Impacto Group, LLC, a communications and market research firm. A native of Texas and a frequent commentator on cable news, Leslie lives with her husband and dog Jalapena in Alexandria, Va.

Dawn (Boston, Mass.) PR Consultant
Dawn, 33, currently heads up Red Wagon Communications, a marketing and PR agency, and is founder of The Secret Socialite, an organization that coordinates special events for philanthropic young professionals. She is an active freelance writer and a contributing editor for BOSTON MAGAZINE. Dawn teaches writing and copyediting at Emerson College, where she completed graduate study in publishing and writing, earning an MFA degree and a nomination for Best Master´s Thesis for her book-length collection of non-fiction vignettes. She earned her bachelor´s degree in public relations from Syracuse´s Newhouse School. Dawn is a Mensa member and a volunteer for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

THE APPRENTICE: MARTHA STEWART official website is www.nbc.com/The_Apprentice/jump.shtml

Casting Call Announced For CHANGE YOUR LIFE

Tired Of The Drama?

Is your mate a packrat or their "collection" taking over your life?

Plagued by internet or video game addiction?

Gossip or jealousy ruining your relationship?

Is your mate´s snoring driving you nuts?

Are you leading a double life and ready to come clean?

Is lack of sex in your relationship tearing you apart?

Want to come out in a safe environment?

Ready to deal with these types of issues and many more! So, if you and a loved one are at odds, this new relationship show will provide a panel of experts to help stop the drama.

Producers of THE BACHELOR are immediately casting young, energetic pairs in Southern California who want to make a change. Call Dean at (818) 972-0405 or email your info to changeyourlifetv@yahoo.com

NBC Announces THE BIGGEST LOSER´s House Party Promo

NBC and THE BIGGEST LOSER is offering THE BIGGEST LOSER´s House Party promotion.

Be the First to the premiere episode of THE BIGGEST LOSER, before it airs on TV.

You could throw a House Party for THE BIGGEST LOSER!

* See the season premiere before it airs on TV
* Get a Free Party Package with collectible DVD and other goodies
* Share it all with your friends
* Broadcast your Party to the World!

Gifts include
- Yoga mat and carrying vase
- workout towel
- jump rope
- magnetic dry erase board to manage your fitness schedule

For more information on THE BIGGEST LOSER´s House Party go to www.nbc.com/The_Biggest_Loser/houseparty

THE BIGGEST LOSER premieres September 13 at 8:00 pm EST / 7:00 pm CST on NBC

BATTLE OF NETWORK REALITY STARS Premieres Tonight On Bravo

BATTLE OF NETWORK REALITY STARS Premieres Tonight On Bravo

The wait is finally over as Bravo will premiere BATTLE OF THE NETWORK REALITY STARS tonight at (9:00 pm EST / 8:00 pm CST

See stars like Omarosa and Richard Hatch in the dunk tank, try to navigate a kayak race and run a relay race! And watch as the final two network teams battle it out in the famed "tug of war"!

In a homage to the great 70´s battle of the biggest stars in network television, Bravo takes some of today´s biggest stars - the leading men and women of reality TV - and pits them against each other in a 6-episode tournament taking place at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California.

Simply put, they are updating the format of the much-loved 70´s series complete with sweat suit and Speedo-clad reality stars that will be divided into teams based on the networks on which their shows aired. The winning team will get cash and prizes.

CBS Announces Cast for THE AMAZING RACE FAMILY EDITION

CBS has announced the contestants in the next edition of THE AMAZING RACE.

THE AMAZING RACE: FAMILY EDITION features 10 teams - each comprised of four family members - on a trek around the world for approximately 30 days. At every destination, each team will have to compete in a series of challenges - some mental and some physical - and only when the tasks have been completed will they learn their next destination. Teams who are farthest behind will gradually be eliminated as the contest progresses, with the first team to arrive at the final destination winning one million dollars.

The Gaghan Family, From Glastonbury, Connecticut, consists of Bill (40), Tammy (42) and their children, Billy (12), Carissa (9)

The Schroeder Family (Dad, Stepmom and Kids) from New Orlenas, Louisiana includes Mark (40) with his wife Char (39). Also included is Mark´s two children from a previous marriage Stassi (16) and Hunter (14).

The Aiello Family (Father and Sons-in-law) are from North Providence, Rhode Island. Tony (57) is racign with his three son-in-laws - Kevin (31), Matt ( 31) and David (26)

The Rogers Family is from Shreveport, Louisiana and include Denny (46), Renee (42) and include their two children, Brittney (22) and Brock (19)

The Black Family is Woodbridge, Virgina and include Reggie (42), Kim (40) with their two children, Kenneth (11) and Austin (8)

The Weaver Family (Widow and Kids) from Ormond Beach, Florida with Linda (46) and her three children, Rebecca (19), Rachel (16) and Rolly (14)

The Linz Family (Siblings) include Alex (22), Megan (21), Tommy (19) who are from Cincinnati, Ohio with their brother Nick (24) who currently resides in Buffalo, New York

The Bransen Family (Dad and Daughters) who reside in Park Ridge, Illinois include Walter (51), Elizabeth (25), Lauren (22) and Lindsay (20)

The Paolo Family are from Carmel, New York and include Tony (52), Marion (52), DJ (24) and Brian (16)

The Godlewski Sisters are from Des Plaines, Illinois and include Michelle (42), Sharon (39), Christine (37) and Tricia (26)

THE AMAZING RACE: FAMILY EDITION will premiere in a special two hour edition on Tuesday, September 27, at 9:00 pm EST/ 8:00pm CST on CBS.

TOMMY LEE GOES TO COLLEGE Premieres Tonight

A special one hour premiere of TOMMY LEE GOES TO COLLEGE will be shown tonight on NBC at 9:00 pm EST/ 8:00 pm CST.

The University of Nebraska at Lincoln (UNL) welcomes a motley new student to its campus notorious rocker Tommy Lee. At the age of 19, Tommy formed "Motley Crue" sending him on a meteoric rise to fame and fortune who had time for college? Tommy was busy touring the world and living the fast life for two glorious decades. Cut to Tommy Lee today - twice divorced and the single father of two boys. Most men in their midlife crisis buy sports cars and date young women. Tommy wants something different, something money can´t buy - he wants academic redemption.

Tommy packs up his bags, kisses his mom goodbye and heads off to UNL, but it won´t be class as usual when the new student is Tommy Lee. Like classic "situation comedies," each of the six, half-hour episodes will find Tommy floundering in a new fish-out-of-water situation quintessential collegiate challenges such as finding his roommate Matt, trying out for the marching band, and cramming for finals in true Tommy Lee fashion with his hot tutor, Natalie, in tow each episode will follow Tommy as he experiences the trials and tribulations of collegiate life.

Daytime Reality TV Series STARTING OVER To Kickoff Third Season With Men In House

STARTING OVER, the first-ever, real-life daytime drama from NBC Universal Domestic Television Distribution and Bunim-Murray Productions (THE REAL WORLD, THE SIMPLE LIFE), has started production on its highly-anticipated third season, which premieres on September 19, 2005 (syndicated, check local listings for time and station). The innovative, critically-acclaimed series has broken with its own tradition and started the season with a surprise: men have joined women in the STARTING OVER house.

The third season starts with four couples moving into a new STARTING OVER house in Southern California´s San Fernando Valley. STARTING OVER Life Coaches Rhonda Britten and Iyanla Vanzant, and Consulting Psychologist Dr. Stan Katz return and host an intensive, three-week Relationship Boot Camp for the couples, each at a critical crossroads in their relationship.

The difficulties that the STARTING OVER couples face include: the turmoil caused by infidelity, the stress that money has on relationships, the strain caused by lies and a quick temper, and the difficulties that cultural differences put on a relationship.

"We like to keep STARTING OVER fresh for the daytime audience," said Jon Murray, Chairman of Bunim-Murray Productions and Executive Producer STARTING OVER. "From day one, fans have been asking, ´Will you ever put men in the STARTING OVER house?' We thought it was time to give the fans what they want, and show a different aspect of what Life Coaches can accomplish."

"Having men, couples come into the STARTING OVER house is a natural extension for this special series," says Linda Finnell, Senior Vice President, Programming and Development, NBC Universal Domestic Television Distribution. "From what we have already seen in production, this will be a great way to kick off our third season." STARTING OVER will provide critical, couples-based life coaching in the five basic principles of healthy relationships: Respect, Commitment, Cooperation, Intimacy and Affection, and Trust. Each couple in the STARTING OVER house has had a breakdown in at least one of those areas.

During Relationship Boot Camp, the couples and viewers at home will learn mental tools and get instructions necessary to improve their relationships. At the conclusion of this series of special episodes that will air during the initial weeks of the season, the couples will leave and six women will enter the STARTING OVER house for a return to the traditional daytime drama that STARTING OVER fans have come to love and expect.

The new location for the Emmy-winning series is a gorgeous, sprawling ranch-style estate with tennis courts, lush gardens, and a pool. As in previous seasons, scores of cameras will capture the daily drama that makes this show such a treat for its fans, and which has caused it to be described as "Hellishly addictive" by NEW YORK MAGAZINE.

The couples who will participate in STARTING OVER Relationship Boot Camp are:

Jacylyn (23) and Michael (26)
Phoenix, AZ
Young and in love, they want to graduate from the house engaged, but there are several real issues they need to overcome if that is to happen. During a temporary break-up caused by Michael's infidelity, tragedy struck Jacylyn. Despite getting back together, the relationship is in turmoil; he feels terribly guilty and she is unable to trust him, or anyone else.

Lou (37) and Jennifer (39)
Dallas, TX
Lou and Jennifer have been married for 10 years and have a child together, but they fight more than they get along. Lou is a hairdresser, while Jennifer works for her family and is much more high-strung and demanding. The couple fights about money constantly and needs to learn how to work out their differences in a more constructive fashion.

Troy (38 ) Cheryl (42)
Denver, CO
Troy and Cheryl have been married longer than most couples-- going on 20 years. However, it has not been an easy road and after so many years together, the two have gotten into some unhealthy patterns. Cheryl has a powerful temper, and Troy hides the truth to avoid getting his wife angry. They want to recapture the spark they once had and to rebuild their relationship.

Simon (26) and Kacie (26)
Los Angeles, CA
Simon comes from a very strict, old-fashioned Pakistani family that believes in wives dressing demurely, staying at home, and taking care of the family. Kacie is a modern, outspoken woman. This couple does not agree on much, and the culture clash is affecting how they raise their four year old daughter. Both Simon and Kacie agree on one thing; marriage is forever, so they need help finding common ground.

The STARTING OVER support team consists of:

Rhonda Britten - Founder of the Fearless Living Institute (FLI), Rhonda Britten returns for her third season as a Life Coach on STARTING OVER. Known for her trademark creative exercises that vividly demonstrate the concepts behind her coaching, Britten is the author of Change Your Life in 30 Days, Fearless Loving and Fearless Living, which is a worldwide hit and has been translated into 12 languages. She can also be seen in the United Kingdom on the primetime television hit HELP ME RHONDA.

Iyanla Vanzant - Iyanla Vanzant rose from humble beginnings to become the best-selling author of more than a dozen books such as ACTS OF FAITH and IN THE MEANTIME, a celebrated columnist for ESSENCE MAGAZINE, an inspirational teacher, and Founder of the Inner Visions Spiritual Life Maintenance Center. Vanzant leads extremely popular personal growth and motivational workshops all over the world.

Stan J. Katz, Ph.D. - Dr. Stan J. Katz is Consulting Psychologist to the STARTING Over housemates, and plays a critical role in their treatment, and in their understanding of STARTING OVER. With more than 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Katz is a nationally recognized clinical and forensic psychologist with graduate degrees from Boston University and UCLA who has co-authored several self-help books about relationships and abuse.

The series enters the 2005-2006 season with a Daytime Emmy Award which it won in the category of "Outstanding Special Class Series."

CBS Looking For DJ In Podcast Search

Want to be CBS´s first podcaster?

The network is searching for an amateur DJ to interview CBS stars and create a podcast about the new fall season.

The podcaster will join the nation´s top DJs at the CBS Radio Junket on September 10 in Hollywood to interview CBS talent for the podcast, which will be made available to millions via CBS.com and Infinity Broadcasting¹s San Francisco-based KYOURADIO, the world¹s first-ever podcasting radio station.

For consideration, you´ll need to upload a mock three-minute interview at

http://www.cbs.com/info/user_services/podcasting.shtml

CNBC To Re-Air Repeats THE APPRENTICE

CNBC has announced that prior to the new season of THE APPRENTICE, CNBC will re-air season 3 of THE APPRENTICE weeknights at 8pm/11pm EST beginning August 29th through September 20th.

The new season of THE APPRENTICE (Season 4) will begin re-airing on CNBC on Friday, September 23rd at 8pm/11pm EST.

New episodes of THE APPRENTICE will premiere on NBC on Thursday nights beginning September 22nd and re-air on CNBC the following Friday and Tuesday.

THE CONTENDER Avoids KO And Returns To ESPN In April 2006

ESPN, Inc., Mark Burnett Productions, and DreamWorks Television announced today that the second season of the critically acclaimed series THE CONTENDER is set to begin airing on ESPN April 2006. THE CONTENDER is an unscripted drama about the lives, fears and hopes of 16 professional boxers as they compete for the chance to change their lives and the lives of the people they love forever.

THE CONTENDER will air under the ESPN Original Entertainment (EOE) banner and be executive produced by Mark Burnett (SURVIVOR, THE APPRENTICE, ROCK STAR INXS), Jeffrey Katzenberg and Sylvester Stallone. Plans call for casting and production to begin immediately and for the series to air beginning April 2006 in primetime on ESPN.

"THE CONTENDER has all of the elements that make it the right fit for ESPN: compelling storylines, dynamic characters and suspense over the outcome," said Mark Shapiro, ESPN executive vice president, programming and production. "This series speaks to our viewers´ love for competition and their appreciation for triumph over adversity, and it goes without saying that the track record of Mark Burnett is exemplary -- a perfect match for the critical and ratings successes EOE has delivered in both scripted and unscripted drama."

Mark Burnett said, "Our vision from the onset was to improve the entertainment experience of televised boxing for the fans. What better platform to achieve that vision than on the network that pioneered sports television programming."

After being introduced to all the contestants in the first episode, each subsequent show will see one or more boxing hopefuls eliminated via in-the-ring competition against each other. Viewers will see contestants training in the ring, living together in one house, and witness their personal interactions, while learning the often heart wrenching details of the lives these men lead and what led them to pursue their dream.

ESPN has options to renew the series for two subsequent seasons, and the network is partnered with Burnett and Katzenberg in utilizing the series across all media platforms on a worldwide basis.

Mark Burnett Productions will continue to handle the distribution of the series internationally, as well as the sponsorships and product integration.

CBS Announces Castaways for SURVIVOR GUATEMALA

CBS Has announced today the 16 castaways for SURVIVOR GUATEMALA.

This fall, 16 castaways will be stranded amid the ancient Mayan ruins in the harsh Central American jungle of northern Guatemala.

The castaways are:

Gary Hogeboom, 46, former quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys from Grand Haven, Michigan

Brian Corridan, 22, Ivy League student from New York City, New York

Blake Towsley, 24, who sells commercial real estate from Dallas, Texas

Amy O'Hara, 39, is a police sergeant in Revere, Mass

Brianna Varela, 21, is a make-up artist from Edmunds, Washington

Morgan McDevitt, 21, is a magician's assistant from Decatur, Illinois

Danni Boatwright, 30, is a sports radio talk show host from Tonganoxie, Kansas

Brandon Bellinger, 22, is a farmer from Manhattan, Kansas

Cindy Hall, 31, is a zookeeper from Naples, Florida

Lydia Morales, 42, is a fishmonger from Lakewood, Washington

Jamie Newton, 24, is a water-ski instructor from North Hollywood, California

Judd Sergeant, 34, is a doorman at a New York City hotel from Ridgefield, New Jersey

Brook Struck, 26, is a law student in Santa Monica, California

Rafe Judkins, 22, is a student from Providence, Rhode Island

Margaret Bobonich, 43, is a family nurse practitioner from Chardon, Ohio

Jim Lynch, 63, is a retired fire captain from Northglenn, Colorado

The 11th edition of SURVIVOR will premiere on Thursday, September 15, from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

Next Series of THE REAL WORLD Will Be Filmed in Key West

MTV: Music Television, Bunim-Murray Productions and the city of Key West announced that the 17th season of THE REAL WORLD will begin production in Key West, Florida Q4 ´05. The next season of the popular MTV reality series is scheduled to premiere Q1 ´06 and is slated for 24 episodes.

Currently in its 16th season, THE REAL WORLD series continues to generate strong ratings and is the highest-rated show on cable this summer among 12-34. The eighth episode of this season (8/2/05) is the highest rated telecast for the year-to-date on cable among P12-34.

"The Keys will make the perfect location for the 17th season of THE REAL WORLD" said Lois Curren, Executive Vice President, MTV Series Entertainment. "Between the exciting nightlife and diverse culture of Key West, we´re excited to see what storylines emerge in the new season."

"When we told potential cast members that we had chosen Key West as the location for season 17, we were met with universal cheers," said Jon Murray, Creator and Executive Producer of THE REAL WORLD and Chairman of Bunim-Murray Productions.

"Our island has much to offer," said Key West Mayor Jimmy Weekley. "We have great weather, a beautiful coral reef and tropical waters, historic buildings and landmarks, superlative arts and museums, and limitless dining and nighttime entertainment opportunities. Add to that our diverse and friendly population and viewers will see why people seek Key West as a place to visit often, as well as one to call home."

"We welcome the opportunity to host the 17th season of THE REAL WORLD," stated Florida Keys & Key West Film Commissioner, Rita Brown. "We hope the striking beauty of our islands which bask in turquoise waters will light up the television screens."

THE REAL WORLD pioneered reality-based television debuting its first season in New York City. Each season, the show brings seven young strangers to live together in a new town and rolls the cameras 24-7, witnessing as their lives intersect, their ideas are challenged, and their passions emerge.

The finale for THE REAL WORLD AUSTIN is scheduled for November ´05. Past seasons of THE REAL WORLD have taken place in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, London, Miami, Boston, Seattle, Hawaii, New Orleans, Chicago, Las Vegas, Paris, San Diego, Philadelphia and Austin.

NBC Places THE LAW FIRM on Hiatus

Industry sources are indicating that the NBC reality series THE LAW FIRM has been placed on hiatus after two dismal showing.

NBC is immediately replacing the show with repeats of SCRUBS on Thursday night.

No official word has been announced by NBC if the series will return

Season Finale Tonight For I WANT TO BE A HILTON

Tonight at 9:00pm EST, NBC will show the season finale of I WANT TO BE A HILTON

The remaining two finalists must prepare to give the speech of their lifetime at a dinner party thrown by Kathy Hilton. They are trained in pronunciation and writing and while getting ready for the big night are pampered with spa treatments. As if they weren´t already nervous enough they are surprised by a loved one from home, who will finish this journey with them and possibly witness the moment that changes their life. The lucky winner receives a $200,000 trust fund, a year in an apartment in NY, season tickets to the opera and museum, access to Mrs. Hilton´s rolodex, jewelry and wardrobe.

THE REAL WORLD Trishelle Cannatella And Tonya Cooley Appear In PLAYBOY

On E!´s new behind-the-scenes series KILL REALITY, some of the most memorable personalities from across the spectrum of reality TV shack up in a beach house while filming a real-life horror movie.

Among the lovers and fighters are REAL WORLD alumin Trishelle Cannatella (Las Vegas) and Tonya Cooley (Chicago), and PLAYBOY Cyber Club got them like you won´t see them on cable TV - ALL NUDE!

To see these two REAL WORLD beauties, you can visit www.playboy.com/girlpages/killreality/index.html

Readers Favorite Reality TV Survey Results From Bravo and TV GUIDE

In a recent poll commissioned by Bravo and TV Guide magazine to determine viewers´ tastes regarding reality television, AMERICAN IDOL´S Clay Aiken is number one in the hearts of reality fans, while THE APPRENTICE´S Omarosa is the most hated reality star. The Internet omnibus survey was conducted by TNS in conjunction with Bravo´s premiere of BATTLE OF THE NETWORK REALITY STARS, the cable channel´s homage to the great 70´s original BATTLE OF THE NETWORK STARS. The series will premiere on Bravo on Wednesday, August 17 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. In addition, the results from the poll will be printed in the August 14 issue of TV GUIDE magazine on newsstands on August 11.

"These are real people who allow the American public to experience their raw emotion and quirks as they embark on their own reality - taking us with them every step of the way," said Andrew Cohen, VP, Production & Programming for Bravo.

"Love it or hate it, reality television is here to stay. Reality stars have made their mark on the pop culture landscape, and they won´t be leaving any time soon," says TV GUIDE Senior Editor Rich Sands. "This poll is a fun tribute to the best and worst of the genre---the villains, the heroes, the drama divas--and ultimately a celebration of the very reasons we all keep tuning in."

Following are highlights from the Bravo/TV GUIDE Poll results:

IN A POPULARITY CONTEST, CLAY COMES OUT ON TOP AND OMAROSA HAS VERY FEW FRIENDS:
Clay Aiken (35%) barely edged out fellow AMERICAN IDOL contestant Kelly Clarkson (34%) as the most loved reality star of all-time, with half of those polled agreeing that Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth of THE APPRENTICE is the most hated.

MOVE OVER WHITNEY AND BOBBY; OVER HALF OF AMERICA CHOSE NICK & JESSICA TO RAISE THEIR CHILD:
Viewers and readers have officially spoken - when it comes to entrusting a reality star couple to raise their child, an overwhelming 54% trust Nick & Jessica, over more experienced parents Whitney & Bobby, Sharon & Ozzy, and the expectant couple Britney & Kevin!

THE AMAZING RACE TAKES FIRST PLACE:
When asked to choose which reality series they would be a contestant on, 31% of respondents would sprint to get on THE AMAZING RACE, but only 17% feel rosy about THE BACHELOR"/"THE BACHELORETTE.

SURVIVOR´S RICHARD HATCH GETS SLAMMED BY AMERICA WITH DODGE BALL:
Richard Hatch would have a tough time surviving in dodge ball, with 42% of people taking aim at him first. Wendy Pepper from PROJECT RUNWAY would remain fairly unscathed with just 13% pummeling her with the dodge ball.

WHO DESERVES MORE THAN 15 MINUTES OF FAME? AMERICAN IDOL´S WILLIAM HUNG CAME OUT FIRST:
AMERICAN IDOL´S William Hung is the most deserving of his own TV series according to 31% of respondents. But, Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth of THE APPRENTICE should simply stick to her day job.

IT´S THE BATTLE OF THE BEAUTIES IN A GAME OF TUG O´ WAR:
AMERICA´S NEXT TOP MODEL Brittany Brower and THE SWAN´S Rachel Love-Fraser are favored 37% by respondents to drag each other through the mud in a tug o´ war match-up. Only 18% want to see duo Charla Faddoul and Mirna Hindoyan from THE AMAZING RACE duke it out.

The Bravo/TV GUIDE poll was conducted among 1,000 adults ages 18+ from July 14-15, 2005.

CBS Announces Fall Schedule Premiere Dates For Reality TV Shows

CBS will get a jump on the official start of the 2005-2006 season with the early premiere of the 11th edition of "Survivor" -- SURVIVOR: GUATEMALA -- on Thursday, September 15 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT)

The eighth edition of the Emmy Award-winning THE AMAZING RACE returns with the first-ever "family edition" featuring teams of four instead of two, in a special two-hour premiere on Tuesday, September 27 (9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).

On Tuesday, September 20, the finales of BIG BROTHER 6 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) and ROCK STAR: INXS (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) will be shown.

NBC And Amy Grant are Granting Wishes For New Reality Show

If you had one wish in the world and could ask for absolutely anything from the heart, what would it be?

NBC is granting wishes for DESERVING individuals and entire communities for a new prime-time television show entitled THREE WISHES. Hosted by five-time Grammy-winning recording artist Amy Grant, the show will spotlight people who have inspiring or touching stories to tell.

There is no limit to the places THREE WISHES can take us and we hope to touch the lives of many along the way. No story is too big or small when it comes to making dreams come true.

They are looking for emotional stories of people in need. They want to help deserving people. People who always help others, but never think of themselves. The wishes can involve fantasies, reunions, and personal journeys -- as long as the wishes come from the heart. There are no limits to what this show can do or how many lives it can change. Anything you can imagine will be considered and price is not an object.

So ask yourself, if you could make a life-changing wish, what would it be? Would you like to surprise someone with a wish? Can we help grant a wish to an entire town?

For more information and for an online application you can go to http://www.realitytvwebsite.com/news080805c.html

BEAUTY AND THE GEEK Is Casting For A Second Season...

BEAUTY AND THE GEEK Is Casting For A Second Season...

Are You A Beautiful Woman And Think You Can Help A Geek? Are You An Intellectual Geek And Think You Can Help A Beauty?

The WB is currently seeking...

* Beautiful, sexy, social-savvy women who can turn a geek into a stud

* Intellectually endowed but socially stunted men who can turn a shopper into a scholar

* Beauties and Geeks willing to work together and compete for the opportunity to win a substantial cash prize!

If you are over 21, have always been an intellectual geek or a beauty and want to audition for our show, then come to an open call!

AUGUST 7
ATLANTA
(Little Five Points)
Front Page News 2pm-6pm
351 Moreland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307

AUGUST 7
KANSAS CITY, MO
River Market Brewing Co 11am-3pm
500 Walnut
Kansas City, MO 64106

AUGUST 11
CHARLOTTE
Cosmos Café 3pm-7pm
300 N. College Street
Charlotte, NC 28202

AUGUST 13
HOUSTON
Live Sports Cafe 1pm-5pm
407 Main Street
Houston, TX 77002

AUGUST 18
BOSTON
The Rack 5pm-9pm
24 Clinton Street
Boston, MA 02109

ABC´s SUPERNANNY Announces Casting Call

Had enough of the constant battle to get your kids to eat, sleep and behave? Are you exhausted? You need ABC´s SUPERNANNY!

We are looking for ALL TYPES of families with children to take part in ABC´s hit show SUPERNANNY. Whether you´re a single mom or dad, a blended family with step children, in a joint custody situation or are grandparents, adoptive parents or non-traditional caregivers raising kids, Jo Frost wants to help you.

BE SURE TO INCLUDE PHOTO(S) OF THE ENTIRE FAMILY WITH YOUR APPLICATION (emailed photo preferred).

To apply, download the application into the body of an email and email it to: supernanny@ricochettelevision.com.

Or, print and fill out this form, then fax it to: (323)904-4681

THE AMAZING RACE Season One Coming to DVD September 27

Paramount Home Video has announced that THE AMAZING RACE - THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON will be release on September 27.

The four disc DVD package will feature:

* "All Access Pas" - 90 minutes of additional scenes not shown on television
* A special "Look Back" recap of the season
* In-depth interviews with host Phil Keoghan and executive producers Jerry Bruckheimer and Bertram van Munster
* Audio commentaries on 4 episodes

AMAZON.com is currently accepting preorders for THE AMAZING RACE - THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON

Bravo Adds Two Additional Episodes For BEING BOBBY BROWN

Due to the overwhelming success and popularity of the hit cinema verite style series BEING BOBBY BROWN, Bravo has added two additional episodes to the schedule. The new episodes will air in its regular 10 p.m. ET/PT Thursday timeslot with the season finale airing on August 25 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The announcement was made yesterday by Lauren Zalaznick, President of Bravo.

"The first eight episodes of BEING BOBBY BROWN have kept Bravo viewers buzzing and have even helped contribute to adding new catch-phrases to our pop-culture vernacular," said Zalaznick. "This is a highly compelling and engaging series, and we hope two new episodes will satisfy viewers´ appetites for more Bobby and Whitney.

Viewers will continue get the inside look at BEING BOBBY BROWN in the two additional episodes. The episode premiering Thursday, August 18, will take an inside look at Bobby and Whitney´s Atlanta and New Jersey homes. The season finale, premiering August 25, will take a behind the scenes look at BEING BOBBY BROWN showcasing some of the favorite moments from the series and will also reveal never before seen footage from Bobby´s life.

As one of the hottest R&B stars of the late ´80s and early ´90s, Brown is credited for popularizing New Jack Swing, a hybrid style of R&B/soul music combined with rap and Hip-Hop rhythms. A founding member of New Edition, Brown left the group in 1986 to embark on a solo career. Brown´s second solo album, DON´T BE CRUEL," which was released in 1988, landed him on the cutting-edge of modern R&B and spawned the no. 1 hit MY PREROGATIVE, and other chart-toppers such as RONI, and EVERY LITTLE STEP, which earned him a Grammy in 1989 for Best Rhythm and Blues Vocal Performance, Male. Brown´s other hits include the GHOSTBUSTERS II theme ON OUR OWN, SHE AIN´T WORTH IT, HUMPIN´AROUND, GOOD ENOUGH, GET AWAY, and THAT´S THE WAY LOVE IS.