Mary J. Blige and Gavin DeGraw to Perform on CBS' Celebrity Skifest Special (Exclusive)

Joe DeAngelis/ Persona PRBrandon Jay McLaren Brandon Jay McLaren is moving in with USA Network. The Killing's teacher has been tapped to co-star in White Collar creator Jeff Eastin's hourlong drama pilot for USA Network, The Hollywood Reporter has learned. McLaren, whose credits also include Being Erica and the feature Tucker and Dale vs. Evil, will play Dale Jakes, a quick-tempered U.S. Customs agent in the drama from Fox TV Studios that revolves around agents from various federal and state law enforcement agencies who all live in at an undercover house in Southern California. STORY: USA Network Back in Business With 'White Collar' Creator He joins Aaron Tveit (Gossip Girl), who will play a housemate/rookie FBI agent Mike Warren, in the project. McLaren will next be seen recurring on Season 2 of TNT's alien invasion drama Falling Skies. He's repped by Pakula/King & Associates, Hofflund/Polone and Trisko Talent Management. Eastin's White Collar was renewed for a fourth season in August; the Matt Bomer and Tim DeKay drama returns in January. Email: Lesley.Goldberg@thr.com; Twitter: @Snoodit TV Casting USA Network Jeff Eastin TV Development

Yoda Is a Spokesperson for Ramen Noodles (VIDEO)

A week ago, you laughed and laughed at a montage of Darth Vader cameos in commercials, which ultimately proved that the Sith Lord was little more than a corporate shill. Unfortunately, the Dark Side isn't the only one selling out. Behold, a Japanese advertisement for Cup Noodles featuring Yoda. In this spot, the all-powerful Jedi master uses his skills in the most heroic way possible -- by taking an oversized kettle of steaming water and pouring it on an equally oversized cup of ramen. For someone who promotes patience, this ad seems completely hypocritical. Oh, well. At least it's Ramen and not, say, Currys PC/World. Right, Darth? [via Movieline] [Photo: YouTube] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook

Dwts Episode Recap: Monday, November. 21, 2011

Dancing using the Stars' remaining three couples face off in part one from the finals with two dances, such as the all-important freestyle. Did J.R. get over his ankle injuries? Did Ricki maintain her momentum? Or did Take advantage of surprise again?Let's begin, men! Tonight we obtain the very first a couple of four dances: each couple's last unlearned dance and also the freestyle. However the best news of? It is a one-hour show! Yay!Ricki Lake and Derek Hough: cha-cha"Talk show, actress and host Ricki Lake," as Brooke, putting on her best Jessica McClintock, calls her expires first. Did not know Ricki was that versatile. She's a talk show too, huh? Barbara Ann drops by rehearsals to inform Ricki to prevent considering overweight Ricki and funnel sexy Ricki. Sexy Ricki has gone out entirely pressure, but this cha-cha is just, like, 90 % there. It's technically seem, sexy and fun, and Ricki ishitting herfoot positioning, there is however no sizzle. Plus, she's still in their mind concerning the routine. Maks and Kirstie enjoy it! Len calls it action-packed. Bruno states it had been a cha-cha at full steam, but thinks there have been lapses in passes. Barbara Ann states she was living the dance and mumbles something about hands.Score: 27Rob Kardashian and Cheryl Burke: waltzRob is battling using the waltz, so naturally Bruno is available in and informs him it's all within the walk. Much like the majority of things. Dare I only say Take advantage of looks dapper? It can be the infant pink tie. It is a sweet, elegant routine, and Rob's torso and posture take presctiption point. He will get just a little off around the work throughout the short sequences plus they go crazy around the swooping arm motions, but it is a nice job considering how stiff and stomp-y he is at the very first week using the Viennese waltz. A tuxedo-erectile dysfunction and non-smiley Kim gives him an unprompted standing O! Let us drink each time the camera's on her behalf, OK? Bruno states Take advantage of was glowing, but states he screwed on the crossovers. Barbara Ann calls him a mans version of Cinderella. Len states he'd more go up and down than Pamela Anderson jogging. Around the beach, right?Score: 27J.R. Martinez and Karina Smirnoff: cha-chaJ.R. got an X-ray a week ago on his ankle, which demonstrated no swelling, so he is able to dance! Obvs. Len involves rehearsals to essentially grab and point at J.R.'s ass. Both begin with a short solo before intertwining... and it is all type of underwhelming. May be the ankle still disturbing him? Since this is also terribly slow and off-pace. It is a decent performance, mostly because J.R. continues to be selling the smoothness, but it is nothing outstanding or memorable, not to mention finals-worthy. Barbara Ann states his sound was off and wants him to look at his arms. Len calls him brave for dancing the majority of it solo, but states it had not been so good. Bruno loves the atmosphere, but confirms concerning the arms. J.R. informs Brooke he skipped one step at the start and ended up a measure ahead.Score: 24FreestyleRicki Lake and Derek HoughRicki has qualms about being tossed around by Derek, but mostly does not desire to be the main one to ruin his perfect finals record. "Just shut the face,Inch he informs her when she talks going to him. I believe this is actually the most anger we have heard from him. It is a salsa-quickstep hybrid (strange?) and fittingly Ricki appears like she's in the center of a black/whitened swan metamorphosis with this feathered skirt. There's lots of twirling, spinning, sinking and trembling. Ricki appears like she's going to lose it five different occasions, but handles maintain typically and allows Derek hides her defects. I'd rank this the worst (by "worst," I am talking about still pretty damn good) of Derek's freestyles, but it is still an entertaining and very difficult number which has be exhausted just watching it. Len states she dropped it a little throughout the quickstep, but loves it. Bruno states it had been probably the most demanding dance because it combined two polar opposite types. Barbara Ann confirms with Bruno and hearts the lifts.Score: 27Total: 54Rob Kardashian and Cheryl BurkeCheryl wants to begin slow because Take advantage of has excelled using the reduced dances. So he begins served by a fedora along with a trumpet. How roaring '20s. My only complaint relating to this whole look is Rob's extra-large jacket that appears enjoy it is made for that Penguin. Where's Carson when you really need him? The routine isn't within the typical energetic, fast-paced vein, which might hurt them in the event that's what some fans are searching for, but it is pretty snazzy and complicated. Take advantage of is within full leading guy mode and attacks the steps and lifts with full confidence, thought it's type of uneven at parts. Bruno loves this content and calls it brilliant. Barbara Ann reminds us that couples have to blow the idol judges away using the freestyle. "Consider me blown," she states. I am gonna avoid that certain. Len loves it too. And Take advantage of will get his first 30. Really, men? It had been good, although not perfect. Still, who would have suspected this two several weeks ago? Kim, Khloe and Kourtney are jumping like young girls. Due to the 30. But mostly since the camera's in it again.Score: 30Total: 57J.R. Martinez and Karina SmirnoffThey're carrying out a salsa-inspired routine to recognition his Latin roots. Two salsa-inspired freestyles?! Do you know the chances? Karina ended up being to perform some crazy neck-connecting move that J.R. really wants to poo-poo due to Karina's past neck surgical procedures and also the injuries he's seen on the program. Throughout rehearsals, she freezes up and should not get it done. What's gonna happen?! They are doing it! And it is all goes fine! OK, this really is more stylish-stylish than salsa, that is equally well. It is really an awesome comeback for J.R. It's dynamic funky, vivacious with crazy lifts and similar to the eye-popping, Mirrorball-winning freestyles of Dancing lore. It will get type of strange in the finish once they prop themselves up and therefore are pretty much dancing on the top of Maks also known as Karina's ex-fiance, lest we forget. Awk-ward! But awesome! Additionally, it appears like they are doing a workout video. Barbara Ann states individuals were the sickest lifts she's seen. Len loves Karina's body and J.R.'s talent. Bruno purrs after his animal physicality.Score: 30Total: 54So Take advantage of and Cheryl top Evening 1 having a 57, while Ricki and Derek, and J.R. and Karina are tied having a 54.What have you think? Did Take advantage of deserve the very best score? Have you ever think Take advantage of would obtain a perfect 30, not to mention top the evening? How surprising one thing Derek got the cheapest from the freestyle scores? Is J.R.'s freestyle comeback enough to beat his dull cha-cha? The number of Kim sightings have you place? Who do you consider will win? show less

True Blood's Courtney Ford Heads to Being a parent

Courtney Ford True Blood's Courtney Ford is going to NBC's Being a parent, TVLine reviews. Ford assists as Dax Shepard's (Crosby Braverman) love interest beginning in The month of january of the coming year.Her character Lily is really a effective cello player who meets Crosby while investing time at his recording studio. Lily is a recurring character before the show's seasonfinale on February. 28.Parenthood's new girl Alexandra Daddario on leading to drama around the setAside from her role as Portia Bellefleur on season 4 of True Bloodstream, Ford also performed reporter Christine Hill in Dexter's 4th season.She lately guest-starred on CBS's The Large Bang Theory and Hawaii Five-.

Disney Channel buys pitch, renews 'Vampire'

Disney Channel has bought a pitch from a graduate of the Disney/ABC writing fellowship program to develop into an original movie with Ashley Tisdale and Jessica Rhoades exec producing.The cabler also said it has picked up horror-comedy series "My Babysitter's a Vampire" for a second season."Adventure Quest" comes from writer Jennifer Derwingson, who has also co-scripted "And Soon the Darkness," a film starring Amber Heard, Odette Yustman and Karl Urban.Tisdale starred in the "High School Musical" movies for Disney Channel and also is part of the voice cast for hit animated series "Phineas and Ferb." Her Blonde Girl Prods. colleague Rhoades has exec produced "The Suite Life Movie" and "Den Brother" for Disney. Matt Horwitz of Artist International packaged the deal."My Babysitter's a Vampire," which premiered in June, has averaged 3.7 million viewers and was the No. 1 cable show among kids 2-11 in its time period.FremantleMedia Enterprises handles global distribution (exclusive of country-of-origin Canada) for the series, which is exec produced by Tom McGillis, Brian Irving, George Elliott, Sander Schwartz, Bob Higgins and Jennifer Pertsch for Fresh TV. Contact Jon Weisman at jon.weisman@variety.com

Justin Timberlakes Marine Corps Ball Date: Star Was Genuine

First Launched: November 15, 2011 1:32 PM EST Credit: Marine Corps Base Quantico Public Matters Caption Cpl. Kelsey P Santis and her date Justin Timberlake applaud guest speaker outdated Sgt. Maj. Take advantage of Larsen within the Instructor Battalion Marine Corps Ball in Richmond, Virtual assistant. The Corps celebrated their 236th birthday on November 10, 2011LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Corporal Kelsey P Santis had an amazing evening with Justin Timberlake by her side at Saturdays Marine Corps Ball in Washington D.C., and also on Tuesday she revealed particulars from her date while using celebrity. I met him within the hotel [there has been] large smiles which we gave hugs which we headed for the ball, Kelsey told Billy Rose rose bush and Package Hoover on Tuesdays Access Hollywood Live. The Marine mentioned Justin was just humble. [I used to be amazed at] how genuine of the individual he seems being. He seems very non selfish in my opinion, so that it was nice getting him there. It absolutely was kind of like getting our good pals while dining, she told Billy and Package. He asked for me plenty of queries about a few things i do adding in my experience, which was really, great. Though there's previous discuss a possible dance-off, Kelsey mentioned they simply all loved their evening just like a group. We did a business dance many of us got available and kind of did somewhat dance also it might be an excellent, wonderful time, she mentioned. And would Kelsey day the celebrity again? How can you refuse? Seriously, who'd refuse!?, the beaming Marine told Billy and Package. Beyond her amazing evening with Justin, Kelsey mentioned she was gone after read Justins publish-Ball blog entry, where he referred to as her his hero. I understood with the look on face he loved it, but items that he written meant the earth, she added getting a grin. Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Corporation. All rights reserved. These elements is probably not launched, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Ashton Kutcher Referred to as 'Idiot,' 'Ignorant' After Tweeting Joe Paterno's Firing Was 'in Poor Taste'

finds themselves requiring to apologize for the next questionable tweet.our editor recommends'Two . 5 Males:' , Jon Cryer Hug (Video)CBS Will not Make A Move After Ashton Kutcher's 'Two . 5 Men' PlugsAshton Kutcher: Don't 'Assume' Anything Breaks Silence Among Demi Moore Split RumorsAshton Kutcher's Naked MomentsDemi Moore Joins Husband Ashton Kutcher's 'Naked Campaign' By Tweeting Semi-Nude Photo of HerselfJoe Paterno's Weekly Penn St. Press Conference Canceled Among Jerry Sandusky Sex Scandal Two several days afterhis 9/11 gaffe -- when the two and a half Males star tweeted it had been the "finest day's the seasonInch because of the start of football season -- he sent an email about Penn Condition football coach Joe Paterno's firing. PHOTOS: 's Career With time The 84-year-old Paterno, which has stood a effective 46-year training career, was fired Wednesday among a youthful child-abuse sex scandal along with Leader Graham Spanier. The move showed up the wake of former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky being charged the other day with 40 counts of sexual abuse of youngsters. Paterno remains belittled for neglecting to make contact with government physiques when he was told about possible misconduct by Sandusky nine in the past. "How will you fire Jo Pa? #insult #noclass just like a hawkeye fan I have thought it was in poor taste," Kutcher tweeted Wednesday evening to his 8.3 million Twitter fans. This content instantly trigger a barrage of responses from people admonishing him and calling him names including "idiot" and "ignorant." "Today's lesson? @aplusk Think (get particulars) prior to deciding to tweet! #yikes," written Laurie Good. Added Nate Burns: "F--- you. He hidden child rape you sick, geriatric f---." STORY: Charlie Sheen Disses 'Two . 5 Males' Reasons Show's Lowering Ratings And Tommie Sunshine written: "With 8 million fans, you might like to book your thinking before you decide to be familiar with whole story." Nevertheless it seems Kutcher -- who runs the Demi & Ashton Foundation with wife Demi Moore, which actively works to fight child sex slavery -- wasn't alert to the particulars. Kutcher needed lower the first tweet about 30 minutes later after which it tweeted: "Heard Joe was fired, fully recant previous tweet! Didn't have full story. #admitwhenYoumakemistakes" That was then two more mea culpas: "It becomes an insane story, I merely heard paterno was fired, acquiring the comfort in the story now... Wow" and "Becoming an advocate in eliminating against child sexual exploitation, I really could Not more remorseful for individuals mixed up in Penn St. situation." Meanwhile, a few of the insulting messages were retweeted by Kutcher, who apparently went of his approach to say he'd fail with the help of comments including "correct thatInch and "agreed." STORY:'New Year's Eve' Poster: , Jum Michele plus much more Play 'Hollywood Squares' To individuals who referred to as him an idiot, Kutcher written, "I'mInch and "Honestly just had half particulars guy my bad" and "U r right, I would like 2b more responsible 4 my voice." Which he responded "ignorant indeed" for the tweeter who referred to as him just that. The mea culpa comes just two several days after his Sept. 11 tweet got him in serious trouble. "This certainly the best day of year!In . he written in those days. "Hello football my old friend. Let's us mingle for an additional 5 several days. TY #Nfl TY #Jesus." But he quickly backpedaled, adding: "I obtained mad respect for anybody that familiar with 9/11. Please don't twist my enthusiasm. /Hindsight...Yeah, that was probably a poorly phrased tweet." PHOTOS: Hollywood Solutions 'Where That You on Sept. 11?' Too as with This summer time, he involved with a war of words while using Village Voice following a paper went an account critical of his and Moore's anti-sex-slavery efforts. He then tweeted the publication's entrepreneurs suggesting they finish their relationship while using paper. "Hey @disney @dominos, are you aware you are advertising on the website that's who owns and works a digital brothel?" he written. Related Subjects two and a half Males

Zsa Zsa Gabor In Hospital Following Health Scare

After a number of health scares, Zsa Zsa Gabor is in a healthcare facility.our editor recommendsZsa Zsa Gabor Recuperating After Emergency OperationZsa Zsa Gabor's Husband Announces L.A. Mayoral Candidacy The 94-year-old was rushed by ambulance towards the Taxation UCLA Clinic on Wednesday, November. 9 after her feeding tube came loose, based on the AP. Her husband, Frederic von Anhalt, observed bleeding in her own stomach in which the tube had detached. Gabor continues to be interior and exterior a healthcare facility frequently since 2010. In The month of january, the Hollywood icon was instructed to have her leg amputated. 26 years her junior, von Anhalt lately introduced his candidacy for that La mayoral race. The 68-year-old stated inside a pr release he hopes to create Gabor the "First Lady from the Town of Angels," and can concentrate on lowering taxes and DWP bills in addition to unemployment. Related Subjects Zsa Zsa Gabor

Kim Kardashian Flies to Kris Humphries' Home town

Kim Kardashian Kim Kardashian boarded a late-evening flight Saturday to go to Kris Humphries in the Minnesota home town, People reviews. Kardashian, 31, is within town to satisfy together with her soon-to-be-ex-husband, 26, along with the pastor that facilitated their wedding, a resource informs playboy. After Kardashian declared divorce a week ago, Humphries released an argument saying he wanted to try and save the wedding. Kris Humphries: I am devastated that Kim declared divorce "I am devoted to this marriage and everything this covenant signifies. I really like my spouse and am devastated to understand she declared divorce ... I am prepared to do whatever needs doing to really make it work," he told TMZ. Inside a blog publish the next day of filing, Kardashian authored that they simply rushed directly into something too early. "I felt like I had been on the fast ride and could not log off when now we all know I most likely must have,Inch she authored. "I acquired swept up using the hoopla and also the filming from the Television show that after I most likely must have ended my relationship, I did not understand how to and did not wish to dissatisfy many people.Inch

Ralph Fiennes Reveals Backstory on His Name, Finest Performances and Directorial Debut, 'Coriolanus' (Video)

Few actors seem timeless, as if they could have fit into a Golden Age film just as easily as a film of the present day, but one who does is Ralph Fiennes.our editor recommendsDavid Cronenberg and Ralph Fiennes Chosen to Receive a BFI FellowshipFirst Look: 'Coriolanus' Poster Featuring Ralph Fiennes and Gerard Butler (Exclusive)'Coriolanus' Trailer: Ralph Fiennes Takes Shakespeare to Another Level (Video)Coriolanus: Berlin ReviewWeinsteins to Distribute Ralph Fiennes' 'Coriolanus' (Berlin) Fiennes, who is now 48, has been giving standout performances for 20 years. His memorable roles include a most sadistic Nazi in Steven Spielberg's Schindler's List (1993), a conniving contestant in Robert Redford's Quiz Show (1994), a romantic cartographer in Anthony Minghella's The English Patient (1996), a crusading diplomat in Fernando Meirelles'The Constant Gardener (2005), a love-scarred German in Stephen Daldry's The Reader (2008) and the list goes on. These films share little in common except for the fact that they are all intensely serious -- and among the finest of their era. VIDEO: 'Coriolanus' Trailer: Ralph Fiennes Takes Shakespeare to Another Level Though Fiennes has been nominated for an Academy Award twice -- a best supporting actor nod for Schindler's List and a best actor nod for The English Patient -- he has never won, a mistake that must one day be corrected. It is perhaps an even greater testament to his abilities, however, that no fewer than three actresses have received Oscars for their work opposite him: Juliette Binoche for The English Patient, Rachel Weisz for The Constant Gardenerand Kate Winslet for The Reader. His involvement in a project simply makes everyone around him better. Now, for the first time, he has made a movie of his own: Coriolanus, a reimagining of William Shakespeare's 17th century play of the same title that chronicles the life of a Roman war hero whose pride leads to his demise. This version is set in the present, features present-day dress and incorporates modern technology, but largely retains the Bard's inimitable dialogue and emotional urgency and power. Suffice it to say Fiennes didn't dive into the shallow end of the pool. EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK: 'Coriolanus' Poster Featuring Ralph Fiennes and Gerard Butler The film -- which premiered at the Berlin Film Festival in February, then went away until the Toronto International Film Festival in September and then went away again until the Weinstein Co. began screening it again in recent days -- will be released in theaters Jan. 13. In the meantime, though, it has received an Oscar-qualifying run, and Fiennes is making the rounds talking about it, with the hope that it does well enough that he may have an opportunity to direct again. I was honored to have the chance to speak with him about his life and work Wednesday in NY. Coriolanus Ralph Fiennes

Hell on Wheels

'Hell on Wheels'Filmed in Alberta by Entertainment One, Nomadic Pictures and Endemol USA. Executive producers, Tony Gayton, Joe Gayton, John Shiban, Jeremy Gold, David Von Ancken co-executive producer, Paul Kurta producers, Chad Oakes, Mike Frislev director, Von Ancken authors, Gayton, Gayton.Cullen Bohannon - Anson Mount Elam Ferguson - Common Thomas "Doc" Durant - Colm Meaney Lily Bell - Dominique McElligott Sean McGinnes - Ben Esler Mickey McGinnes - Philip Burke Frederick Black Moon - Eddie Warrior spears Reverend Nathaniel Cole - Tom NoonanGiven AMC's alluring history -- and ahead-of-the-curve horror take with "The Walking Dead" -- there's doubtless considerable curiosity about if the network can trigger an identical Western revival. An encouraging concept, "Hell on Wheels" -- concerning the launch from the transcontinental railroad, named for that moving encampment that surrounds its innovative -- will stimulate inevitable evaluations to "Deadwood," both because of its tone and subject material. The internet result, however, is just fitfully compelling, as well as for a set about trains periodically expires of narrative steam within the later legs from the five episodes previewed. Like "Deadwood," the camping is really a veritable cauldron of sin and debauchery -- filled with whores, an imperious leader along with a racial/ethnic melting pot, all constantly in a low simmer because of open wounds left through the just-came to the conclusion Civil War. Driving the railroad forward is Thomas "Doc" Durant (Colm Meaney), who revels in the high-stakes project -- presently located in Iowa -- being "subsidized through the enormous teat of the us government.Inch His bombast is probably the show's least appetizing elements, and also to quote another old Southerner, I recall Al Swearengen, and boy, you ain't no Al Swearengen. In to the camping, meanwhile, comes Cullen Bohannon (Anson Mount), a gun-slinging former Confederate soldier on the ongoing mission of revenge, getting lost his wife throughout the war. Bohannon can come to experience a far more permanent role within the camp's existence, striking up an uneasy relationship with Elam (the rapper-actor Common), who, like most of the freed shades of black swinging a pickax, does not see much gain from his plantation days -- and does not welcome still being purchased around by whitened overseers. Produced by siblings Joe and Tony Gayton, "Hell on Wheels" provides an unflinching glimpse at what's undeniably an amazing period, using rarely-heard racial epithets in addition to bloodshed and violence, including a few stomach-churning moments of anesthetic-free surgery. You will find additionally a couple of wonderfully colorful supporting gamers, like Ted Levine because the camping foreman along with a railroad enforcer referred to as Swede (Christopher Heyerdahl). In a lot of ways, though, the show got its lead from Bohannon and Elam -- two figures who're harsh and joyless -- lower to the cleaned-out earth-tones look. (Shot in Alberta, the imagery is convincing enough.) Possibly foremost, a lot of key components -- the angry Confederate, the freed slave, the striving Irish immigrants, the Native-American introduced to Christ, etc. -- appear culled from old Westerns. You will find a later scene plucked from "A Guy Known as Equine," which anybody who first viewed it will cringingly remember. As the diverse mixture of figures perform towards the program's edge on the lengthy haul, jumping back and forth included in this produces a diluted, herky-jerky ride in early going. In a single respect, "Walking Dead's" large rankings seems to grease the tracks with this new hour, except the zombie show skews toward a more youthful audience, as the profile for Westerns is typically older. Because the p facto lead, Mount tersely provides lots of tough-guy dialogue, wearily explaining his actions throughout the war by saying, "Used to do the very best I possibly could inside a bad time." Substitute "within an OK show," plus you've got an excellent guide towards the way "Hell on Wheels" chugs from the station.Camera, Marvin Hurry production designer, John Blackie editors, Todd Desrosiers, Kevin Krasny music, Kevin Kiner casting, Cami Patton, Jennifer Lare. 60 MIN.With: Ted Levine, Christopher Heyerdahl. Contact John Lowry at john.lowry@variety.com

Ryan Seacrest to produce Film Creating Debut with Reese Witherspoon (Exclusive)

Typically the most popular guy in Hollywood got somewhat more busy.our editor recommendsRyan Seacrest Is not Any. 1 on THR's Reality Energy ListFirst 'American Idol' Season 11 Promo Airs Throughout World Series (Video)Reese Witherspoon Will receive a Star round the Hollywood Walk of Fame Ryan Seacrest is creating his first film, a romantic comedy with co-producer Reese Witherspoon. The still untitled film project, that is produced by Ryan Seacrest Productions and Witherspoon's Type A Productions in colaboration with Universal, will probably be put together by Grey's Anatomy scribe Krista Vernoff. PHOTOS: Ryan Seacrest's eclectic career Seacrest was already a substantial producer for Universal parent's television division, he produces E!'s Kardashian franchise and may serve as host and controlling editor of E! News. PHOTOS: Hollywood Honors Ryan Seacrest at LA's Promise Gala The The The American Idol Show Show host and radio star noted his have to mind towards the film world together with the scripted TV world when profiled with the Hollywood Reporter in April. The 2nd increased to become real possibility when he offered just a little-screen adaptation in the Nanny Journals with Harvey Weinstein into development at ABC in August. Seacrest, Witherspoon and Vernoff are repped by CAA. Email: Lacey.Rose@THR.com Twitter: @LaceyVRose Related Subjects Ryan Seacrest Reality TV The The American Idol Show Show Reese Witherspoon

Ana Gasteyer Upped to Series Regular on Suburgatory

Ana Gasteyer Suburgatory's Ana Gasteyer is becoming a series regular on the ABC sitcom, Entertainment Weekly reports.Gasteyer plays Sheila Shay, the on-again-off-again PTA president and über-controlling mother of Lisa (Allie Grant), and neighbor to George (Jeremy Sisto) and Tessa (Jane Levy). Gasteyer describes her character as a "well-intended nightmare."Name that tune: This fall's new TV theme songsAfter receiving the news about her promotion, Gasteyer said, "I screamed and jumped for joy and then went right to the table read."Known for her stint on Saturday Night Live, Gasteyer memorably appeared on Curb Your Enthusiasm this year.Suburgatory - recently picked up for a full season - airs Wednesdays at 8:30/7:30c on ABC.

Ardor in the Court: Behind the Scenes with The Good Wife's Hot Couple

You might say a love affair that kicks into high gear with a steamy embrace in an elevator is predestined to have its share of ups and downs. And sure enough, as external pressures start to close in on The Good Wife's Alicia Florrick (Julianna Margulies) and Will Gardner (Josh Charles), their clandestine courtship is in for a very bumpy ride. After two seasons of anticipation, Willicia supporters - as opposed to those who continue rooting for a reunion of Alicia and her estranged philandering politician hubby Peter Florrick (Chris Noth) - are finally being rewarded for their patience with a passionate payoff each week. The once dutiful spouse at the center of the drama has been transformed into a woman who giggles(!) and says yes to lunchtime lust with her fellow lawyer - but there's still plenty working against the fledgling couple. "What we like so very much about Will and Alicia is that there are so many reasons for the two of them not to be together, yet emotionally, it feels so right," says executive producer Michelle King, who along with husband Robert is responsible for the sophisticated CBS drama that earned nine Emmy nominations this year - along with a best-actress win for Margulies. Among those reasons? First and foremost, Will is Alicia's boss at Lockhart & Gardner - and as far as the public knows, she's still living under the same roof as the powerful, newly reelected Cook County State's Attorney. "We want to explore the ramifications of sleeping with someone you work with - especially if that person is your supervisor," says Robert King. "On this show, that impacts the equilibrium of everybody around them. It doesn't just have a private component; it also has a political one." In other words: Cue the covert investigations, machinations, manipulations and confrontations that have become The Good Wife's hallmarks. "Will and Alicia's relationship really works - when they're in their own little bubble," says Margulies with a laugh. That bubble is showing signs of bursting - thanks in no small part to the recent discovery of their romance by no-nonsense firm partner Diane Lockhart (Christine Baranski). "Diane is in a state of extreme uneasiness about what is going on," says Baranski. "She is going to have to act decisively, and that could have a huge impact on personal relationships." From Diane's standpoint, Alicia is becoming a liability - and frankly, she's got a point. As a direct result of Alicia kicking Peter to the curb, Lockhart & Gardner - currently under investigation by the now-squeaky-clean S.A.'s office - is more vulnerable than ever. Peter has long harbored suspicions about Alicia's feelings for her former flame, and the ongoing RICO (racketeering) case involving Will's gambling past gives him plenty to sink his teeth into. While the would-be future governor can chalk up the crusade to the pursuit of justice, "Peter is still human, and there's a slight sense he's manipulating things to make it harder for Lockhart & Gardner," says Robert King. "People who are trying to be ethical sometimes get what they want done anyway." Will made his suspicions about Peter's possible ulterior motives clear in the November 6 episode, during a loaded confrontation that hinted at the clash that may be to come. "It was a great mano a mano scene," says Charles. "What was so interesting is that Will assumed that Peter knows about the affair, but he really doesn't." Make that yet: With Peter's meddling mother, Jackie (Mary Beth Peil), snooping around Alicia's apartment, that could quickly change. As the task of keeping their status on the DL becomes more difficult by the moment - and the consequences keep piling up - in the November 13 episode, Will and Alicia will be forced to broach the big question: Is it all worth it? And, perhaps more important, if the answer is yes, do they even have what it takes to make it? "When the relationship was not possible, it was very easy for them to think, 'Alicia's the one,' or 'Will could be the one,'" says Michelle King. "Now, they're faced with a moment of truth: 'We could theoretically make this our future.'" For established eligible bachelor Will, going the distance would require overcoming some serious Peter Pan tendencies. "Will is trying to figure out whether he can make room for commitment in his life," explains Robert King. Alicia is in no rush to play house again either, he says: "She is in the adolescence of a new relationship." Then there's the matter of her teenage children, Zach (Graham Phillips) and Grace (Makenzie Vega), who up until this point have been kept in the dark about their mom's extracurricular activities. "The second Will gets into the kids' world, this relationship becomes dangerous to her," says Margulies. (They got a small taste of that already, when a nervous Will ran into Zach at the office.) "When we open that door, all hell will break loose." For more on The Good Wife, pick up this week's issue of TV Guide Magazine, on newsstands Thursday, November 3! Subscribe to TV Guide Magazine now!