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Reality TV News - October 2009
MTV exiles DJ AM's 'Gone Too Far' to late night after low ratings
October 31, 2009
MTV has decided to move its Gone Too Far reality series to late night.
Report: Jon Gosselin and girlfriend Hailey Glassman "taking a break"
October 30, 2009
Jon Gosselin and Hailey Glassman have reportedly put their romantic relationship on hold.
Exclusive: Ousted castaway Elizabeth Kim talks 'Survivor: Samoa'
October 30, 2009
Elizabeth Kim refused to be one of the lambs she feels Russell Hantz is simply leading to the slaughter, however she ended up feeling the "evil shepherd's" wrath anyway.
Ryan Seacrest's alleged stalker arrested with knife at E! headquarters
October 30, 2009
Ryan Seacrest's alleged stalker apparently didn't learn his lesson the first time around.
Judge orders 'Big Brother' champ Adam Jasinski be held without bail
October 30, 2009
Adam Jasinski better get comfortable behind bars.Discovery Channel orders new 'Airplane Repo' reality series
October 30, 2009
Airplane Repo has landed at Discovery Channel.
Elizabeth Kim the eighth castaway eliminated from 'Survivor: Samoa'
October 30, 2009
Elizabeth Kim was outwitted by her Foa Foa tribemates and couldn't recover quick enough.
Jon Gosselin regrets causing girlfriend Hailey Glassman "any pain"
October 30, 2009
Jon Gosselin has expressed remorse in response to Hailey Glassman's claim that she feels "emotionally abused" by him.
Exclusive: Brittany Markert talks about 'America's Next Top Model'
October 30, 2009
Brittany Markert still feels it wasn't her time to be ousted from America's Next Top Model.
'Dancing with the Stars' celebrity Joanna Krupa posing for 'Playboy'
October 30, 2009
Joanna Krupa is discarding her already revealing Dancing with the Stars garb for Playboy.VH1 orders new 'Dad Camp' reality series for first-time fathers
October 29, 2009
President Barack Obama has reportedly inspired a new reality series to help whip unprepared fathers into shape.
Ariana Debose unsure 'So You Think' viewers would have ousted her
October 29, 2009
Ariana Debose feels she might still be a So You Think You Can Dance sixth-season finalist had home viewers determined this week's results insted of the show's judging panel.
Abby Rike: 'The Biggest Loser' experience was a "great catalyst"
October 29, 2009
Abby Rike described her The Biggest Loser journey as a "great catalyst" for regaining the light in her life that others thought was permanently extinguished when her husband and children were killed in a 2006 car accident.
Brandon Dumlao "happy" about 'So You Think You Can Dance' journey
October 29, 2009
Since Brandon Dumlao made So You Think You Can Dance's sixth season Top 20 as a replacement for Billy Bell, he said he has no problem with being the first male finalist ousted from the competition.
'For the Love of Ray J' star planning new reality series about his family
October 29, 2009
Ray J is ready to introduce viewers to his family via a new reality series.
Brittany Markert the ninth girl cut from 'America's Next Top Model'
October 29, 2009
Brittany Markert's photos were becoming too formulaic and safe, causing her American's Next Top Model journey to come to an end.
Mia Michaels left 'So You Think You Can Dance' for "other projects"
October 29, 2009
Mia Michaels claims all the time she was spending as a So You Think You Can Dance choreographer and guest judge took away from other opportunities, leading to her decision to leave the Fox reality competition.
Hailey Glassman: Jon Gosselin sometimes has trouble with the truth
October 29, 2009
Hailey Glassman claims she has learned firsthand that Jon Gosselin isn't exactly Honest Abe.
Carrie Ann Inaba "shocked" by Melissa Joan Hart's 'Dancing' ouster
October 29, 2009
Carrie Ann Inaba was "disappointed" home viewer votes ousted Olympic gold medalist swimmer Natalie Coughlin from Dancing with the Stars last week, and now the judge has expressed surprise they did the same thing to actress Melissa Joan Hart this week.
'Idol' runner-up Adam Lambert: Debut album cover 'deliberately campy'
October 29, 2009
Those who watched Adam Lambert on American Idol shouldn't be surprised that the glitzy cover for his upcoming debut album is "deliberately campy."
Jon Gosselin rep denies he's doing reality show with Nadya Suleman
October 29, 2009
Jon Gosselin has previously stated he wants to "continue on television" -- however it apparently won't be in a new reality series with "octomom" Nadya Suleman.
Former 'The Two Coreys' stars Corey and Susie Feldman divorcing
October 28, 2009
Corey and Susannah Feldman's seven-year marriage is apparently over.
Vandals damage farm of 'Little People, Big World's Roloff family
October 28, 2009
While it's normally a treat for families to visit the Roloff's pumpkin patch, the Little People, Big World family recently had a cruel trick played on them.
Melissa Joan Hart was "nervous" during 'Dancing with the Stars' run
October 28, 2009
Melissa Joan Hart was eager to participate in Dancing with the Stars, however when she got her wish it was apparently more difficult than she thought it would be.
State of the Spoiling: 'Survivor: Samoa' Episode 7
October 28, 2009
Reality TV World's commmunity spoiler sleuths' 'State of the Spoiling' summary for the seventh episode of Survivor: Samoa is now available.
'Dancing with the Stars' eliminates Melissa Joan Hart and Louie Vito
October 28, 2009
Actress Melissa Joan Hart and professional snowboarder Louie Vito became the eighth and ninth celebrity participants eliminated from Dancing with the Stars' ninth season during last night's live results show broadcast of the ABC reality series.
'So You Think You Can Dance' cuts Ariana Debose, Brandon Dumlao
October 28, 2009
Ariana Debose and Brandon Dumlao became the first two finalists eliminated from So You Think You Can Dance's sixth season during last night's results show of the Fox reality series.
Abby Rike the seventh contestant ousted from 'The Biggest Loser'
October 28, 2009
Abby Rike, a 35-year-old teacher from Mabank, TX, became the seventh contestant eliminated from The Biggest Loser's eighth season during Tuesday night's broadcast of the NBC reality competition.'My Antonio' couple Antonio Sabato Jr. and Brooke Barlow already split
October 28, 2009
Brooke Barlow claims her relationship with My Antonio star Antonio Sabato Jr. was over way before the pre-taped finale of the VH1 reality dating series aired Sunday night.
Julianne Hough uncertain about her 'Dancing with the Stars' return
October 28, 2009
Julianne Hough is still unsure when she'll return to Dancing with the Stars.
TLC to air 'Jon & Kate Plus 8's last completed episode November 23
October 27, 2009
TLC has announced next week's Jon & Kate Plus 8 broadcast will be a one-hour special featuring NBC News correspondent Natalie Morales interviewing Kate Gosselin and revealed the network will air the reality show's last five completed episodes in November.
Ex-'Age of Love' star Mark Philippoussis marrying Jennifer Esposito
October 27, 2009
Mark Philippoussis' publicist has confirmed to People.com the Australian tennis star is planning to marry U.S. actress Jennifer Esposito.
Original 'Survivor' champ Richard Hatch says he's victim of "witch hunt"
October 27, 2009
Richard Hatch claims that his original tax eviction conviction and his most-recent stint behind bars for conducting unauthorized media interviews were both the result of a "witch hunt."
Billy Bell withdraws from 'So You Think You Can Dance' due to illness
October 27, 2009
Fox has announced Billy Bell has withdrawn from So You Think You Can Dance's sixth season due to an unspecified illness.
Exclusive: Mika Combs and Canaan Smith talks 'The Amazing Race'
October 26, 2009
When Mika Combs spent 30 minutes debating whether or not to go down a six-foot waterslide before her The Amazing Race experience with boyfriend Canaan Smith, both should've known they'd be in trouble.
Clarkson, Underwood and Daughtry to perform at 2009 AMA ceremony
October 26, 2009
ABC has announced former American Idol finalists Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Chris Daughtry will all perform during the network's broadcast of the 37th Annual American Music Awards.
Bravo orders 'Top Chef: Just Desserts' pastry spinoff, begins casting
October 26, 2009
Bravo announced it has ordered Top Chef: Just Desserts and has also begun casting for the new Top Chef spinoff.
Mika Combs and Canaan Smith eliminated from 'The Amazing Race'
October 26, 2009
Mika Combs let her fear of heights and water get the best of her, costing her and boyfriend Canaan Smith a chance to continue on The Amazing Race.
Judge doesn't hold contempt hearing in Jon and Kate Gosselin case
October 26, 2009
Jon and Kate Gosselin have both avoided being held on contempt charges.
'The Apprentice' star Ivanka Trump weds publisher Jared Kushner
October 26, 2009
One of Donald Trump's favorite commodities is officially off the market.
Antonio Sabato Jr. picks Brooke Barlow during 'My Antonio' finale
October 26, 2009
Antonio Sabato Jr. selected Brooke Barlow during My Antonio's finale broadcast last night on VH1.Liz Davis wins MTV's 'P. Diddy's Starmaker' reality competition title
October 26, 2009
Liz Davis was crowned the winner of P. Diddy's Starmaker during last night's finale broadcast of the MTV reality competition series.
'The Real Housewives' star Teresa Giudice facing foreclosure
October 26, 2009
Teresa Giudice's free-spending ways have apparently hit a recession speed-bump.
Exclusive: Russell Swan talks about 'Survivor: Samoa' evacuation
October 23, 2009
Russell Swan claims he didn't no how bad the situation was until he watched last night's Survivor episode.
Affidavit: Ex-'Wife Swap' Heene family's mom said balloon was hoax
October 23, 2009
Affidavit: Ex-'Wife Swap' Heene family's mom said balloon was hoax
Kate Gosselin lawyer: Jon's attorney's "full compliance" claim incorrect
October 23, 2009
Kate Gosselin's attorney is challenging Jon Gosselin's lawyer claim that his client is now "in full compliance" with a court order that he return $180,000 he removed from the divorcing Jon & Kate Plus 8 couple's joint bank account.
Russell Swan gets medically evacuated from 'Survivor: Samoa'
October 23, 2009
Russell Swan pushed his body to the brink and paid the price for it.
Jon Gosselin denies possible 'Survivor' or 'The Amazing Race' report
October 23, 2009
Jon Gosselin has denied a recent report that he's preparing to meet with CBS about possibly appearing on Survivor or The Amazing Race.
Molly Malaney "hadn't expected" 'Bachelor' Jason Mesnick to propose
October 23, 2009
Molly Malaney was apparently surprised by Jason Mesnick's Tuesday marriage proposal while The Bachelor lovebirds were in New Zealand.
'Survivor' host Jeff Probst: "Nobody wanted Russell Swan to go home"
October 23, 2009
Jeff Probst claims that while Russell Swan had already passed out twice and seemed incredibly disoriented by his surroundings, he still would have had an opportunity to avoid being medically evacuated from Survivor: Samoa if he could have recovered on the spot.
Exclusive: Ashley "Rae" Weisz talks about 'America's Next Top Model'
October 23, 2009
Ashley "Rae" Weisz was nervous heading into the judging panel, and with good reason.
'Big Brother' champ Adam Jasinski's drug charge hearing postponed
October 22, 2009
Adam Jasinski's detention hearing has reportedly been postponed.
'So You Think You Can Dance' reveals Top 20 sixth-season finalists
October 22, 2009
So You Think You Can Dance revealed the identities of its Top 20 sixth-season finalists during last night's broadcast of the Fox reality dancing competition.
Bravo renews 'Top Chef Masters,' adds Gail Simmons as new judge
October 22, 2009
Bravo announced that it has renewed Top Chef Masters for a second season that will add Top Chef judge Gail Simmons as a regular member of the spinoff's judging panel.
Heidi Montag denies wanting appearance fee for her sister's party
October 22, 2009
Heidi Montag has denied a report that she failed to show at her sister's 26th birthday bash over the weekend was because she wasn't getting paid for the appearance.
Dina Mercado not "too surprised" about 'The Biggest Loser' ouster
October 22, 2009
Dina Mercado claims she wasn't surprised that her fellow Black Team members decided to oust her instead of Daniel Webster during Tuesday night's The Biggest Loser broadcast.
Carrie Ann Inaba disappointed by Natalie Coughlin's 'Dancing' ouster
October 22, 2009
Consider Carrie Ann Inaba among those who feel Olympic gold medalist swimmer Natalie Coughlin was undeserving of her Dancing with the Stars ouster.
Ashley "Rae" Weisz the eighth girl cut from 'America's Next Top Model'
October 22, 2009
Ashley "Rae" Weisz was afraid her personality wasn't coming across, and she was right.
Lauren Conrad: Lauren "Lo" Bosworth won't star in 'L.A. Candy' movie
October 22, 2009
Lauren Conrad claims she was simply kidding when she recently stated that friend Lauren "Lo" Bosworth should star in the film adaptation of her best-selling book "L.A. Candy."
'Bachelor' star Jason Mesnick confirms Molly Malaney engagement
October 22, 2009
Jason Mesnick has confirmed he got engaged to Molly Malaney on Tuesday night in New Zealand.
Paul Teutul Sr.: 'American Chopper' is "the only real reality show"
October 22, 2009
Paul Teutul Sr. didn't pull any punches in claiming that American Chopper is the only real reality series out there.
New 'Dance' judge Adam Shankman to co-produce Oscars telecast
October 22, 2009
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that it has tapped new So You Think You Can Dance judge Adam Shankman to co-produce the 82nd Annual Academy Awards telecast.GSN to debut new 'Carnie Wilson: Unstapled' reality series January 14
October 21, 2009
GSN has announced Carnie Wilson: Unstapled, a new reality series that will follow the former Celebrity Fit Club fourth-season contestant in her everyday life, will premiere on Thursday, January 14.
Natalie Coughlin: 'Dancing with the Stars' ouster "doesn't feel good"
October 21, 2009
Natalie Coughlin said she wouldn't trade Olympic gold for another shot at Dancing with the Stars' mirror ball trophy, however her other medals are apparently up for grabs.
Dina Mercado the sixth contestant ousted from 'The Biggest Loser'
October 21, 2009
Dina Mercado, a 28-year-old custodian from Commerce, CA, became the sixth contestant eliminated from The Biggest Loser's eighth season during Tuesday night's broadcast of the NBC reality competition.
Report: 'Bachelor' couple Jason Mesnick and Molly Malaney engaged
October 21, 2009
Jason Mesnick is apparently ready to end his bachelor days.
Hulk Hogan: 'Gladiator' co-host Laila Ali stopped me from suicide try
October 21, 2009
Terry "Hulk Hogan" Bollea claims that he came "damn close" to killing himself until he received a phone call from a co-worker.
Lifetime pulls rerun of Heene family's first 'Wife Swap' appearance
October 21, 2009
Viewers hoping to see the Heene family will apparently have to stick to the news instead of a Wife Swap rerun.
TLC airing 'Jon & Kate Plus 8: You Ask, Kate Answers' special Oct. 26
October 21, 2009
TLC has announced that it will air You Ask, Kate Answers, a new hour-long Jon & Kate Plus 8 special in which Kate Gosselin will answer viewer questions, will air Monday, October 26 at 9PM ET/PT.
Natalie Coughlin and Alec Mazo get cut from 'Dancing with the Stars'
October 21, 2009
Olympic gold medalist swimmer Natalie Coughlin and her partner Alec Mazo became the seventh couple eliminated from Dancing with the Stars' ninth season during last night's live results show broadcast of the ABC reality series.
FAA investigating ex-'Wife Swap' Heene family's alleged balloon hoax
October 21, 2009
FAA investigating ex-'Wife Swap' Heene family's alleged balloon hoax
NBC orders new 'Losing It With Jillian' Jillian Michaels reality series
October 21, 2009
NBC announced it has ordered Losing It With Jillian, a new reality series in which The Biggest Loser trainer Jillian Michaels will temporarily move in with families and attempt to get them living healthier lifestyles.
'Big Brother' contestants Jordan Lloyd and Jeff Schroeder now dating
October 21, 2009
Jordan Lloyd and Jeff Schroeder have decided to make a go at a romantic relationship in the real world.
A&E to debut 'Steven Seagal Lawman' reality series on December 2
October 21, 2009
A&E has announced Steven Seagal Lawman, a new reality series that will follow the actor as he works as a police officer in New Orleans, will premiere with back-to-back episodes on Wednesday, December 2 at 10PM ET/PT.
Report: Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom sign prenup agreement
October 21, 2009
Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom have reportedly agreed to the monetary details of their marriage.VH1 to premiere 'Tough Love's second season on November 15
October 21, 2009
VH1 has announced Tough Love's second season will premiere on Sunday, November 15 at 9PM ET/PT.
State of the Spoiling: 'Survivor: Samoa' Episode 6
October 21, 2009
Reality TV World's commmunity spoiler sleuths' 'State of the Spoiling' summary for the sixth episode of Survivor: Samoa is now available.
'America's Got Talent' judge David Hasselhoff close to A&E reality deal
October 20, 2009
David Hasselhoff will reportedly become the focus of a new reality series.
Former 'Big Brother' winner Adam Jasinski arrested for drug trafficking
October 20, 2009
Former Big Brother winner Adam Jasinski has been arrested for attempting to sell 2,000 oxycodone pills as part of a drug trafficking operation he allegedly financed with his $500,000 grand prize.
Police question associate of former 'Wife Swap' balloon hoax family
October 20, 2009
Police question associate of former 'Wife Swap' balloon hoax family
'The Real Housewives' star Bethenny Frankel confirms she's pregnant
October 20, 2009
Newly-engaged The Real Housewives of New York City star Bethenny Frankel has confirmed she's pregnant.
Kelly Osbourne injures foot during 'Dancing with the Stars' routine
October 20, 2009
British singer and TV personality Kelly Osbourne was taken to California's Cedars-Sinai Medical Center after injuring her foot on "Dancing with the Stars."
Accused killer of 'The Real Housewives' star's ex-fiance released
October 20, 2009
Accused killer of 'The Real Housewives' star's ex-fiance released
Exclusive: Lance Layne and Keri Morrione dish on 'The Amazing Race'
October 19, 2009
Lance Layne and Keri Morrione knew their The Amazing Race journey was over when they arrived at the Race leg's indoor ski facility task and saw a bunch of half-melted snowmen.
Authorities: "Balloon Boy" saga a hoax concocted to land reality show
October 19, 2009
The Heene family is accused of concocting the story of their son floating away in a homemade helium balloon to boost their attempts to land their own reality show.
Lawyer: TLC's Jon Gosselin 'Jon & Kate' lawsuit 'weak' and 'baseless'
October 19, 2009
Jon Gosselin's lawyer has fired back at TLC's lawsuit against the Jon & Kate Plus 8 star, calling it "weak, feeble and baseless."
Lance Layne and Keri Morrione fifth team cut from 'The Amazing Race'
October 19, 2009
Lance Layne and Keri Morrione's frantic approach to The Amazing Race finally caught up with them.
'Keeping Up' and 'Take Miami' star Kourtney Kardashian robbed
October 19, 2009
Kourtney Kardashian reportedly had six figures worth of jewelry taken from her home over the weekend.
David Cook ex: 'American Idol' champ dumped me to please his fans
October 19, 2009
David Cook and Kim Johnston had allegedly been enjoying a romantic relationship -- until she claims it became public and he pulled the plug.
'The Hills' star Stephanie Pratt arrested for suspicion of drunk driving
October 19, 2009
Stephanie Pratt ran into a problem with police over the weekend.
Kara Vincent thinks 'Top Model' ouster was due to lack of improvement
October 19, 2009
Kara Vincent feels that her failure to grow stronger cost her a shot at the America's Next Top Model title.
Derek Hough temporarily sidelined from 'Dancing with the Stars'
October 19, 2009
Derek Hough's illness has him on the sideline for Dancing with the Stars' rehearsals.
'The Real Housewives' star Bethenny Frankel confirms she's engaged
October 18, 2009
Bethenny Frankel of the U.S. TV series "The Real Housewives of New York City" says she is engaged to her boyfriend, Jason Hoppy.
Former 'Wife Swap' family to face charges over "Balloon Boy" saga
October 18, 2009
Former 'Wife Swap' family to face charges over "Balloon Boy" saga
Lawsuit: Jon Gosselin threatened TLC with 'Jon & Kate' harmful claim
October 16, 2009
TLC is claiming Jon Gosselin's recent "epiphany" that Jon & Kate Plus 8 is harmful to his eight children was the result of a failed attempt to threaten the network into releasing him from his exclusive contract.
Exclusive: Ashley Trainer dishes on 'Survivor: Samoa' experience
October 16, 2009
Ashley Trainer had a plan to save herself from elimination, but torrential downpours put the kibosh on that.
TLC sues Jon Gosselin for breaching his 'Jon & Kate Plus 8' contract
October 16, 2009
Jon Gosselin dared TLC to sue him, and now they have.
'Survivor' winner Richard Hatch completes prison sentence, released
October 16, 2009
Richard Hatch is finally a free man.Report: ABC developing ice skating version of 'Dancing with the Stars'
October 16, 2009
ABC is reportedly interested in seeing if celebrities can dance on ice.
Former 'Wife Swap' family denies "Balloon Boy" saga was a big hoax
October 16, 2009
Former 'Wife Swap' family denies "Balloon Boy" saga was a big hoax
Ashley Trainer the sixth castaway eliminated from 'Survivor: Samoa'
October 16, 2009
Ashley Trainer was deemed to be the Foa Foa's physically weakest member, and Samoan monsoons thwarted her attempts to try and save herself.
VH1 to debut second 'For The Love of Ray J' edition' on November 2
October 16, 2009
VH1 has announced For the Love of Ray J's second season will premiere Monday, November 2 at 9PM ET/PT.
'Bachelor' and 'Dancing' star Melissa Rycroft diagnosed with swine flu
October 16, 2009
Melissa Rycroft will apparently have to work extra hard to get that healthy bridal glow for her December wedding.
Nigel Lythgoe wishes 'Dance' choreographer Mia Michaels "the best"
October 16, 2009
Nigel Lythgoe wishes Mia Michaels nothing but the best following her decision to leave So You Think You Can Dance as a guest judge and choreographer.
Jon Gosselin denies hacking allegations, Kate Gosselin "disturbed"
October 16, 2009
Jon and Kate Gosselin have both expressed anger over new allegations in which former nanny Stephanie Santoro is claiming Jon would "brag" to her about how he had "hacked" into Kate's emails, phone records and online banking and planned to "use it against her."
Former two-time 'Wife Swap' family at center of "Balloon Boy" incident
October 15, 2009
Falcon Heene drew national television attention on Thursday when he was thought to be in a homemade helium balloon floating over Colorado, however it wasn't his first time on TV.
TLC confirms 'Kate Plus 8' delay and end of 'Jon & Kate Plus 8'
October 15, 2009
TLC has confirmed Jon & Kate Plus 8 will no longer be re-launched as Kate Plus 8 beginning November 2 and the reality show's last original Jon & Kate Plus 8-titled episode will now air sometime in mid to late November.
'The Celebrity Apprentice's third season begins production, cast leaks
October 15, 2009
NBC has begun production on The Celebrity Apprentice's third season, as photos have surfaced of the contestants shooting the show's title sequence in New York City's Meatpacking District on Wednesday.
Mia Michaels announces she's leaving 'So You Think You Can Dance'
October 15, 2009
So You Think You Can Dance choreographer and guest judge Mia Michaels has announced that she is leaving the Fox reality dancing competition.
Kara Vincent the seventh girl cut from 'America's Next Top Model'
October 15, 2009
Kara Vincent's struggles in recent photo shoots finally caught up to her.
Larry Birkhead denies he'll appear on Bravo's 'Millionaire Matchmaker'
October 15, 2009
Larry Birkhead has denied a report that he will appear on Bravo's The Millionaire Matchmaker reality series.
Report: Jon Gosselin's 'ET' deal doesn't prohibit the kids' filming
October 15, 2009
Jon Gosselin's concern about his children's television appearances apparently applies only to TLC's Jon & Kate Plus 8 cameras.
Ex-'Bachelorette' suitor Wes Hayden claims NBC project in the works
October 15, 2009
Wes Hayden claims he is being pursued about a potential return to television.
'The Real Housewives of New York City' adding two new women
October 15, 2009
Bravo has announced that socialite Sonja Morgan and event planner Jennifer Gilbert will both join The Real Housewives of New York City's cast for its upcoming third season.
Ex-'Bachelorette' suitor Wes Hayden: ABC reality series is "full of s--t"
October 15, 2009
Wes Hayden hopes Jake Pavelka finds love as The Bachelor's upcoming star, however he thinks it's highly unlikely.Fox Cable shutting down Fox Reality Channel cable network
October 15, 2009
Fox Cable Networks has announced that Fox Reality Channel -- which launched in 2005 and is currently available in nearly 50 million homes -- will cease operations on March 31.
'Jon & Kate' star Jon Gosselin: "I'll probably continue on television"
October 15, 2009
Jon Gosselin says a television role will most likely be his job even after his Jon & Kate Plus 8 involvement comes to an end.
'Dancing with the Stars' to honor Michael Jackson with dance tribute
October 15, 2009
Dancing with the Stars was apparently able to secure the clearance for a Michael Jackson tribute that So You Think You Can Dance couldn't get.
Oxygen renews 'Tori & Dean' reality series for a fifth season
October 15, 2009
Oxygen has announced it has renewed Tori & Dean: Home Sweet Hollywood for a third season -- representing the fifth overall season of its Tori & Dean reality series starring Tori Spelling and her husband Dean McDermot.
State of the Spoiling: 'Survivor: Samoa' Episode 5
October 15, 2009
Reality TV World's commmunity spoiler sleuths' 'State of the Spoiling' summary for the fifth episode of Survivor: Samoa is now available.Michael Jackson's mom denies children will be on A&E reality series
October 14, 2009
Michael Jackson's mother has denied a recent report that his three children will appear on a new A&E reality series focused on the family.
Bravo developing new 'Thintervention with Jackie Warner' reality series
October 14, 2009
Bravo has announced it is developing Thintervention with Jackie Warner, a new reality series that will feature the fitness expert and former Work Out star helping overweight clients kick their unhealthy habits.
Dave Levey beats Kevin Cottle, wins 'Hell's Kitchen's sixth-season title
October 14, 2009
Dave Levey was able to claim the Hell's Kitchen crown with only one good arm.
'Dancing with the Stars' Chuck Liddell: I feel like I let Anna down
October 14, 2009
Chuck Liddell is upset that he let partner Anna Trebunskaya down by being ousted during last night's live Dancing with the Stars ninth season results show broadcast.
Judge orders 'Jon & Kate Plus 8' star Jon Gosselin to return $180,000
October 14, 2009
Jon Gosselin has been ordered to return $180,000 of the $230,000 that his estranged wife Kate Gosselin has alleged he withdrew from one of their joint bank accounts in violation of an arbitrator's previous order that they not withdraw any funds without the other's approval.
NBC to air 'The Biggest Loser: Where Are They Now?' special Nov. 25
October 14, 2009
NBC has announced it will air a two-hour The Biggest Loser: Where Are The Now? special on Wednesday, November 25 at 8PM ET/PT.
Carrie Underwood, Daughtry and Day26 land AMA nominations
October 14, 2009
American Idol fourth-season winner Carrie Underwood, Making the Band 4 group Day26, and former American Idol fifth-season finalist Chris Daughtry each received a nod when nominations for the 2009 American Music Awards were announced on Tuesday.
ABC formally announces Jake Pavelka as next 'The Bachelor' star
October 14, 2009
ABC has formally announced that former The Bachelorette fifth-season suitor Jake Pavelka will serve as The Bachelor's next star when the fourteenth season of the reality dating series premieres in January.Oxygen to debut fourth 'Bad Girls Club edition on Dec. 1, reveals cast
October 14, 2009
Oxygen has revealed the identities of the seven feisty females who will be appearing on Bad Girls Club's fourth season, which will premiere Tuesday, December 1 at 10PM ET/PT.Report: Michael Jackson's kids to be part of upcoming reality series
October 14, 2009
The inclusion of Michael Jackson's three children in a new A&E reality series has apparently created some turmoil amongst family members.
'Dancing with the Stars' cuts Chuck Liddell and Anna Trebunskaya
October 14, 2009
UFC mixed martial arts fighter Chuck Liddell and his partner Anna Trebunskaya became the sixth couple eliminated from Dancing with the Stars' ninth season during last night's live results show broadcast of the ABC reality series.
Exclusive: Zev Glassenberg, Justin Kanew dish on 'The Amazing Race'
October 13, 2009
Zev Glassenberg and Justin Kanew knew that when they lost Zev's passport there The Amazing Race journey was finished.TLC to premiere second season of 'Cake Boss' on October 26
October 13, 2009
TLC has announced the second season of Cake Boss will premiere on Monday, October 26 at 10PM ET/PT.
Judge orders 'Jon & Kate's Jon and Kate Gosselin to both return cash
October 13, 2009
Jon and Kate Gosselin are still without a resolution to their monetary disputes despite spending the morning in court.Syfy to debut new 'Ghost Hunters Academy' spinoff on November 11
October 13, 2009
SyFy has announced Ghost Hunters Academy, a second Ghost Hunters spinoff that will feature a group of students learning how to hunt for paranormal activity in haunted hotspots in America and throughout the world, will premiere on Wednesday, November 11 at 10PM ET/PT.
Fox to air two-hour Carrie Underwood holiday special on December 7
October 13, 2009
Jennifer Hudson apparently isn't the only American Idol alum to receive her own holiday special.NBC announces 'America's Got Talent' fifth-season casting calls
October 13, 2009
NBC has announced open casting call dates and locations for America's Got Talent's fifth season.
Maksim: 'Dancing with the Stars' 16 couples decision was a mistake
October 13, 2009
Maksim Chmerkovskiy claims he "wasn't surprised" Dancing with the Stars still proceeded with an elimination that resulted in his exit with celebrity partner Debi Mazar even after Top DeLay withdrew since the show's producers needed to do something to reduce the season's the large cast.
Zev Glassenberg, Justin Kanew disqualified from 'The Amazing Race'
October 13, 2009
Zev Glassenberg and Justin Kanew were the first team to reach the Pit Stop in Cambodia -- however Zev's passport was lost during the leg, causing the friends to be disqualified from the competition.
'Project Runway' host Heidi Klum and husband welcome baby girl
October 13, 2009
Heidi Klum's family just got a little bit bigger.
Ashley Howard talks about her 'America's Next Top Model' journey
October 13, 2009
Ashley Howard feels she received very little criticism during her America's Next Top Model photo shoots, only to learn that she didn't do so well during the subsequent judging panels.
Jon Gosselin files claim Kate made unauthorized money withdrawals
October 13, 2009
Jon Gosselin has released his court filing which claim he wasn't the only one who made unauthorized money withdrawals from one of his joint accounts with estranged wife Kate Gosselin.Unhealthy town giving wary welcome to new Jamie Oliver reality show
October 9, 2009
Unhealthy town giving wary welcome to new Jamie Oliver reality show
Exclusive: Yasmin Giles talks about her "happy" 'Survivor: Samoa' exit
October 9, 2009
Yasmin Giles claims she was happy to have her Survivor torch snuffed.
Kate Gosselin files for child support, temporary spousal support
October 9, 2009
Kate Gosselin is apparently in need of some financial support.
Source: Rod Blagojevich to appear on third 'The Celebrity Apprentice'
October 9, 2009
Source: Rod Blagojevich to appear on third 'The Celebrity Apprentice'
Yasmin Giles the fifth castaway eliminated from 'Survivor: Samoa'
October 9, 2009
Yasmin Giles was labeled as being lazy around camp and was unable to save herself by claiming to be an asset in challenges.
'18 Kids and Counting' Duggar couple welcomes their first grandchild
October 9, 2009
'18 Kids and Counting' Duggar couple welcomes their first grandchild
Julio Gomez dishes on his 'The Biggest Loser' experience
October 9, 2009
Despite promises from several contestants that they wouldn't vote to eliminate him, Julio Gomez doesn't feel betrayal was behind his The Biggest Loser ouster.
New York and New Jersey 'Real Housewives' stars debating for charity
October 9, 2009
It's apparently time to see whether the Garden State or the Empire State is the better state.
Former 'Survivor: Amazon' castaway Heidi Strobel gives birth to boy
October 9, 2009
Heidi Strobel had an important message for her husband as he pitched in one of the most important games of his young career.
Jon and Kate Gosselin "cordial" during twin's brithday celebration
October 9, 2009
Jon and Kate Gosselin were apparently able to stomach each other long enough on Thursday to celebrate their twin's ninth birthday without any problems.
'Dancing with the Stars' pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy: I feel betrayed
October 9, 2009
Maksim Chmerkovskiy's Dancing with the Stars' ouster came with a sense of relief -- as he's apparently happy he won't have to have any more encounters with fellow professional and former fiancee Karina Smirnoff.Report: Tinsley Mortimer's friends don't want to be on her reality show
October 8, 2009
Tinsley Mortimer is reportedly having a hard time finding co-stars for her new reality series.
Jon Gosselin continues slamming Kate, goes public with birthday feud
October 8, 2009
For a man who claims he needs to get his family off of television, Jon Gosselin suddenly can't seem to get enough of it.Report: PBS to air reality special featuring President Barack Obama
October 8, 2009
Even President Barack Obama has reportedly found his way onto reality television.
'Dancing with the Stars' replaced chimp with toddler after PETA protest
October 8, 2009
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals apparently went bananas over a Dancing with the Stars segment that was supposed to feature an ape.
Paula Abdul and Adam Lambert to announce 2009 AMA nominations
October 8, 2009
Paula Abdul and Adam Lambert are teaming up to announce the 2009 American Music Awards nominations.
Ashley Howard the sixth girl cut from 'America's Next Top Model'
October 8, 2009
Ashley Howard couldn't incorporate her gift of movement into modeling and was ousted for it.
ABC to air holiday special starring former 'Idol' finalist Jennifer Hudson
October 8, 2009
ABC has announced that it will air a holiday special starring former American Idol third-season finalist Jennifer Hudson.Paroled NFL star Michael Vick to star in BET docu-reality series
October 8, 2009
Michael Vick will apparently have his own reality series after all.
Julio Gomez the fourth contestant ousted from 'The Biggest Loser'
October 7, 2009
Julio Gomez, a 40-year-old mortgage loan officer from Algonquin, IL, became the fourth contestant eliminated from The Biggest Loser's eighth season during Tuesday night's broadcast of the NBC reality competition.
Debi Mazar and Tom DeLay talk about 'Dancing with the Stars' exits
October 7, 2009
Debi Mazar has "no clue" why she was ousted from Dancing with the Stars ninth season during last night's live results show broadcast.
Bravo reschedules premiere of new 'Launch My Line' for December 2
October 7, 2009
Bravo has announced Launch My Line -- a new reality competition series that will follow established professionals as they enter the world of fashion design -- will now premiere on Wednesday, December 2 at 11PM ET/PT.
'Jon & Kate' star Jon Gosselin: "Where's the rest of the money, Kate?"
October 7, 2009
Jon Gosselin continued to deny Kate Gosselin's recent money withdrawal claims and reveal new details of the divorcing Jon & Kate Plus 8 stars' private finances and personal lives during a series of heated and somewhat bizarre appearances on The Insider and Entertainment Tonight.
Tennille Middleton eliminated from 'Hell's Kitchen's sixth season
October 7, 2009
Tennille Middleton's Hell's Kitchen comeback has come to an end.VH1 to debut 'Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew' on November 1, reveals cast
October 7, 2009
VH1 has announced Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew, a Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew-like spinoff that will feature stars addicted to sex instead of drugs and alcohol, will premiere Sunday, November 1 at 10PM ET/PT.
'The Biggest Loser' opens branded weight-loss resort and spa in Utah
October 7, 2009
NBC Universal and The Biggest Loser's Reveille production company have announced the opening of The Biggest Loser Resort at Fitness Ridge, a new resort and spa located in Ivins, UT that will provide guests a comprehensive weight-loss program.
Tom DeLay and Debi Mazar both leave 'Dancing with the Stars'
October 7, 2009
Former Republican House Majority Leader Tom DeLay withdrew from Dancing with the Stars ninth season and actress Debi Mazar was eliminated during last night's live results show broadcast of the ABC reality series.Bravo formally orders 'The Real Housewives of D.C.' reality series
October 7, 2009
Bravo has announced that it has formally ordered The Real Housewives of D.C., a fifth edition of its The Real Housewives franchise which will be set in the nation's capitol.
Bravo announces 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey' renewal
October 7, 2009
Bravo announced that it has renewed The Real Housewives of New Jersey for a second season.
Mark Burnett and Sony reviving 'Fantasy Island' as a reality series
October 7, 2009
Mark Burnett is turning Fantasy Island into a reality (series).
State of the Spoiling: 'Survivor: Samoa' Episode 4
October 7, 2009
Reality TV World's commmunity spoiler sleuths' 'State of the Spoiling' summary for the fourth episode of Survivor: Samoa is now available.
Report: Tom DeLay withdrawing from 'Dancing with the Stars'
October 6, 2009
Former Republican House Majority Leader Tom DeLay has reportedly decided to hang up his dancing shoes.
Fox announces 'American Idol's third 'Idol Gives Back' will air April 21
October 6, 2009
Fox has announced that it will air a third Idol Gives Back fund-raising special during American Idol's live ninth-season Top 7 results show broadcast on Wednesday, April 21 at 8PM ET/PT.Bravo to debut Jean-Christophe Novelli's 'Chef Academy' on Nov. 16
October 6, 2009
Bravo has announced that it will premiere Chef Academy -- a new docu-reality series that will chronicle French chef Jean-Christophe Novelli's attempt to launch a culinary institute in Los Angeles -- on Monday, November 16 at 11PM ET/PT.
Bravo renews 'Top Chef' for a seventh season, announces casting tour
October 6, 2009
Bravo has announced it has renewed Top Chef for a seventh season and is launching casting calls for the reality culinary competition's new edition.
Exclusive: Marcy Maloy and Ronald Shalita talk 'The Amazing Race'
October 5, 2009
Marcy Maloy and Ronald Shalita were unable to overcome the Detour task they chose and were ultimately ousted for it.
Jon Gosselin: Kate's claims are 'total fabrication,' she's 'hiding money'
October 5, 2009
Jon Gosselin is denying his estranged wife's claims that he wiped out their joint bank account and withdrew $230,000 without her consent.
Accused 'Megan' murderer Ryan Jenkins left suicide note on laptop
October 5, 2009
Accused 'Megan' murderer Ryan Jenkins left suicide note on laptop
Kate Gosselin asks court to force Jon to return cash, seeks sanctions
October 5, 2009
Kate Gosselin has begun her legal attempt to reclaim the $230,000 she is accusing her estranged husband Jon of withdrawing from their joint bank account without her consent.
MTV to premiere 'Gone Too Far' on October 12 despite DJ AM's death
October 5, 2009
MTV has decided to air Adam "DJ AM" Goldstein's Gone Too Far reality series despite his August death from an accidental drug overdose.
Kate Gosselin confirms Jon emptied joint account, says can't pay bills
October 5, 2009
Kate Gosselin has confirmed weekend reports that her estranged husband Jon has allegedly almost completely wiped out their joint bank account, leaving her unable to pay bills.
'The Amazing Race' eliminates Marcy Maloy and Ronald Shalita
October 5, 2009
"Dating Couple" Marcy Maloy and Ronald Shalita chose a difficult Detour task and paid the price for it.
Bethenny Frankel denies she's leaving 'The Real Housewives of NYC'
October 5, 2009
Bethenny Frankel has denied that she's leaving The Real Housewives of New York City during its upcoming third season.
Report: 'Dancing with the Stars' Lacey Schwimmer releasing album
October 5, 2009
Lacey Schwimmer is apparently ready to prove dancing isn't her only talent.
Bianca Richardson talks about 'America's Next Top Model' ouster
October 5, 2009
Bianca Richardson had one simple question for America's Next Top Model's judges when she found herself among the bottom two for the third time: Why?U.K.'s 'Strictly Come Dancing' shaken up by dancer's use of racial slur
October 4, 2009
Professional dancer Anton Du Beke of the British TV series "Strictly Come Dancing" says he is not a racist despite calling TV star Laila Rouass a "Paki."
'The Real Housewives' star Kandi Burruss' ex-fiance dies in club fight
October 3, 2009
Ashley "A.J." Jewell, the former fiance of The Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss, died Friday night due to injuries suffered during a reported fight outside of an Atlanta strip club.
Exclusive: Ben Browning talks about 'Survivor: Samoa' experience
October 2, 2009
If Ben Browning could do Survivor: Samoa all over again, he claims he would have just slept the entire time.
Jon Gosselin: New 'Jon & Kate Plus 8' halt demand due to "epiphany"
October 2, 2009
Jon Gosselin claims his decision to demand a halt to the filming of TLC's Jon & Kate Plus 8 reality series was the result of a recent epiphany.
Ben Browning the fourth castaway eliminated from 'Survivor: Samoa'
October 2, 2009
Ben Browning's big mouth was a big liability that ultimately got him booted.
Alleged bachelorette: Jake Pavelka to serve as next 'The Bachelor' star
October 2, 2009
ABC will apparently be casting a familiar face as its next The Bachelor star.
Private memorial held for accused 'Megan' murderer Ryan Jenkins
October 2, 2009
Ryan Jenkins, the former Megan Wants a Millionaire bachelor who was charged with murdering his wife Jasmine Fiore before committing suicide in a secluded Canadian motel, was remembered by friend and family members during a private memorial service on Thursday.
Bravo doing Bethenny Frankel, Christian Siriano, Fabio Viviani shows
October 2, 2009
Bravo has announced that it is developing three new reality series with The Real Housewives of New York City star Bethenny Frankel, Project Runway fourth-season winner Christian Siriano, and former Top Chef fifth-season finalist Fabio Viviani.
Kate Gosselin "saddened and confused," denies Jon's allegations
October 1, 2009
Kate Gosselin has denied her estranged husband's allegations that Jon & Kate Plus 8 has been "detrimental" to the couple's eight children and they have been "complaining" about filming the TLC reality series.
Report: Other shows behind Jon Gosselin's 'Jon & Kate' halt demand
October 1, 2009
Jon Gosselin's demands that TLC stop production on Jon & Kate Plus 8 were reportedly motivated by the network's refusal to allow him to star in other reality shows without its approval.
'Top Chef' host Padma Lakshmi pregnant with her first child
October 1, 2009
Padma Lakshmi has a very special bun in the oven.
TLC slams Jon Gosselin but suspends kids' 'Jon & Kate'' filming
October 1, 2009
TLC is upset by Jon & Kate Plus 8 star Jon Gosselin's new demand that it stop filming his family, however the network has decided to follow his wishes pending further discussions.
Flavor Flav shopping new series featuring his return to high school
October 1, 2009
Flavor Flav apparently wants to prove that he has more to offer reality television than hiscrazy antics and romantic escapades.
Jon Gosselin demands halt to 'Jon & Kate,' says "detrimental" to kids
October 1, 2009
After spending the last few years using TLC's cash to support his increasingly lavish lifestyle, Jon Gosselin is now claiming Jon & Kate Plus 8 is "detrimental" to his children and seeking to have the network -- which announced plans to reduce his role and rename the reality show Kate Plus 8 earlier this week -- stop filming his family.
Bianca Richardson the fifth girl cut from 'America's Next Top Model'
October 1, 2009
Bianca Richardson's hard facial expressions cost her a shot at the America's Next Top Model title.History orders new 'Trucking,' 'Pickers' and 'Madhouse' reality series
October 1, 2009
History has ordered three new reality series that will continue to follow people who take their professions and passions to the extreme.
Fox: 'So You Think You Can Dance' dancer was wearing dance gear
October 1, 2009
Although it may appear otherwise, Fox says that the So You Think You Can Dance sixth-season hopeful who seemed to momentarily expose her private parts to the show's cameras during Tuesday night's episode was actually wearing underwear.
'Hills' Audrina Patridge gets restraining order against alleged stalker
October 1, 2009
'Hills' Audrina Patridge gets restraining order against alleged stalker
