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‘Da Vinci’s Demons’ Renewed, ‘RHOA’ Spin-off Announced And More!

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Starz new series, “Da Vinci’s Demons” has been renewed for a second season.

“Breaking Bad‘s” final episodes is expected to premiere Sunday, Aug. 11. In addition, AMC also announced the crime-drama is adding a post-episode chat show, “Talking Bad.”

Nene Leakes Wedding Spinoff

You saw it coming a mile away. Bravo has picked up a spin-off series following NeNe Leakes for her upcoming nuptials, “I Dream of NeNe: The Wedding.”

Tracy Morgan has been booked to host the 2013 Billboard Music Awards. [EW]

The 71st Annual Golden Globe Awards will air on Sunday, January 12, 2014, with the nominations to be announced at 8 a.m. on Thursday, December 12.

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Betsy Brandt Joins Michael J. Fox’s Series And More Casting News

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Betsy Brandt is heading to NBC’s new sitcom.

According to THR, the “Breaking Bad” actress has joined Michael J. Fox’s untitled new NBC sitcom as Fox character’s wife Annie. Annie is described as being “tough yet loyal with a goofy side.”

Brandt joins previously cast: Katie Finneran (“I Hate My Teenage Daughter”) will play Fox’s sister on the show, Wendell Pierce (“Treme”) will play Fox’s boss and Conor Romero (“Person of Interest”) will play his college drop-out son.

NBC has ordered 22 episodes of the comedy series, which is expected to debut this fall.

More casting news…

Rosemarie DeWitt is leaving “The Newsroom.” The “United States of Tara” actress is leaving the show due to scheduling conflicts after shooting only a couple of episodes for the series second season. DeWitt, who was cast as Rebecca Halliday, will be replaced by another actress.

There is a mini Huxtable reunion taking place at NBC. Keshia Knight Pulliam has been cast to guest star on “Guys With Kids” as Bridget, Marny’s (Tempestt Bledsoe) sister. Bridget is described as a fun, irresponsible woman who visits her sister after a bad breakup. The casting will reunite the TV sisters. [TV Guide]

“Melrose Place” alum Heather Locklear is joining the TNT drama “Franklin & Bash” as a series regular. The TV veteran will play Rachel King, “a stunning trial lawyer, with stiletto heels and clothes tailored within an inch of their life.”

Bethenny Frankel is stopping by “The Neighbors.” The “Real Housewives” alumna will guest star in an upcoming episode of the comedy series as a businesswoman who works to help launch Debbie Weaver’s (Jami Gertz) handbag business. [EW]

‘Game of Thrones’ Enlists Coldplay’s Drummer And More Casting News

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“Game of Thrones” is adding a drummer.

Coldplay’s drummer Will Champion has been cast in the upcoming season of the HBO series, EW reports. Champion will play a drummer in the drama series. 

“Game of Thrones” returns March 31.

In other casting news…

Aisha Tyler, the “Talk” star is heading to “Glee” as Jake’s mother. [TVLine]

Daniel Buran has been cast in “Nashville” on a recurring role. The “True Blood” alum will play Cy, the lead singer of a “Bon Jovi-like rock band.” [THR]

Gillian Vigman (“Suburgatory”) will appear on TBS’ “Cougar Town” as Mary, who is a love interest for Bobby (Brian Van Holt). [TVLine]

Jane Seymour has joined “Ben And Kate.” Seymour will play Wendy, BJ’s (Lucy Punch) hot British mom. [TVLine]

Bridget Regan will recur on “Beauty And The Beast,” as Vincent’s (Jay Ryan) fiancée. [TVLine]

“Breaking Bad‘s” actor RJ Mitte will guest star as Nathan’s (Stephen Monroe Taylor) younger brother on CBS’ “Vegas.” [THR]

“Gilmore Girls” alumna Liza Weil has been tapped to guest star on “Bunheads.” Weil will portray Milly, Truly’s (Stacey Oristano) sister. [TVLine]

Michael J. Fox & T.R. Knight to Appear on ‘Good Wife’ And More Casting News

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Michael J. Fox is heading to Lockhart/Gardner again.

According to TVLine, the actor will reprise his role as Louis Canning — the head of Lockhart/Gardner’s rival law firm — on “The Good Wife.” Fox is set to appear on the series’ eleventh episode, which is set to air in January 2013.

NBC Orders Micheal J. Fox’s Series

Also heading to the law firm is “Grey’s Anatomy’s” T.R. Knight.

Knight, who played Dr. George O’Malley on ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy” has been cast to guest-star as a political operative on the drama series, EW reports.

In other casting news…

Adam Baldwin has been cast to replace Titus Welliver on TNT’s “The Last Ship.“ Welliver has opted out of pilot due to a health emergency [Deadline]

Mark-Paul Gosselaar has been tapped to play Tim, a handsome doctor, who is Amy’s (Meredith Hagner) ex-boyfriend on “Men At Work.” [THR] Additionally, Gosselaar will appear on ABC’s “Happy Endings” as Chase, Max’s mysterious roommate. [EW]

Kuno Becker is heading to “Dallas.” Becker will play Andres, Elena’s (Jordana Brewster) troubled brother. [TV Guide]

Betsy Brandt, “Breaking Bad” star has been cast to guest star on “Parenthood” for an episode. Brandt will guest star on “Parenthood” as the ex-wife of Ray Romano’s Hank Rizzoli. [TV Guide]

Wyclef Jean will be visiting ”Nashville.” Jean will play the head of a music label on the new ABC drama. [THR]

“The House of Payne’s” J.R. Ramirez has joined “Emily Owens, M.D.” in a recurring role. Ramirez will play a confident doctor named AJ, who returns to the hospital after a leave of absence. [TV Guide]

Laurie Metcalf “Roseanne” vet will appear in a multi-episode arc on Fox’s new comedy series “The Goodwin Games.” Metcalf will play Scott Foley’s character’s boss, Dr. Richland, who makes a surprise suggestion to get Foley’s character back on track at work. [TVLine]

George Takei And Nicole Richie Join ‘The New Normal’ And More Casting News

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George Takei and Nicole Richie are heading to “The New Normal.”

Showrunner Ryan Murphy tweeted the news yesterday saying: “Proud to announce Nicole Richie and the legendary George Takei are joining “The New Normal family.”"

According to EW, Takei and Richie will be portraying themselves on the comedy series.

“The New Normal” airs Tuesdays, at 8:30c on NBC.

In other casting news…

“Star Trek” alum Armin Shimerman will guest star as Benjamin Donnely, a “tech geek who manufactures authentic props for people’s costumes at sci-fi conventions” on ABC’s “Castle.” [TV Guide]

Rocky Horror Picture Show actor Barry Bostwick has tapped a guest role on “Pscyh’s” two-hour musical episode. Bostwick is set to play Armitage, a businessman and owner of a lavish theater in Santa Barbara. [EW]

“True Blood” alum Lindsay Pulsipher has joined “Law & Order: SVU” has Det. Amanda Rollins’s sister. Pulsipher is set to recur as Kim Rollins, who bring all sort of trouble for her sister. [TV Guide]

“Breaking Bad” alum Mark Margolis who played Hector “Tio” Salamanca on the series has been cast to recur in the “Asylum.” Details about his role are scarce, but Margolis will play Sam Goodwin in “American Horror Story: Asylum.” [EW]

Michael Trucco “Battlestar Galactica” alum has been cast in a recurring role in “Revenge.” Trucco will play Nate, a street-smart, charismatic and slightly menacing brother of Kenny “Teen Wolf’s” JR Bourne, a new Hamptons resident. As previously reported, Trucco is set to appear in “How I Met Your Mother” as Robin’s crush. [TVLine]

Emmys Winners: ‘Modern Family,’ ‘Homeland’ Win Big At The 64th Emmys Awards

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Showtime’s “Homeland” and ABC’s Modern Family” lucked out this year at the Emmys.

“Modern Family” won four Emmys: best comedy, supporting actor (Eric Stonesstreet), supporting actress (Julie Bowen) and best directing in a comedy series. Elsewhere, Louie C.K., “Louie” won his first Emmy of the tonight for best writing in a comedy series.

Jon Cryer surprisingly nabbed the best actor in a comedy series while, Julia Louis-Dreyfus won best actress in a comedy series for HBO’s freshman “Veep.”

Meanwhile in drama-land, “Homeland” won and  ”Mad Men” lost. Damian Lewis and Claire Danes took home the big honors tonight winning lead actor and actress in a drama series. The series “Homeland” which sophomore’s season premieres Sun., Sept. 30 also won the outstanding writing in drama series and best drama series.

“Breaking Bad’s” Aaron Paul tearfully scored an Emmy in supporting actor category, while Maggie Smith “Downton Abbey” actress won supporting actress in a drama series.

Although”American Horror Story” received 17 nominations,the miniseries won an Emmy- supporting actress, Jessica Lange. “Hatfields & McCoys” and HBO’s “Game Change” cleaned the miniseries or movie category with two and four Emmys respectively.

The 64th Emmy Awards which was broadcasted live by ABC from Nokia Theater in Los Angeles, was hosted by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.

And the winners were:

  • Outstanding supporting actor in comedy series: Eric Stonestreet, “Modern Family”
  • Outstanding writing in a comedy series: Louie C.K., “Louie”
  • Outstanding supporting actress in a comedy series: Julie Bowen, “Modern Family”
  • Guest Actress in a comedy series: Kathy Bates, “Two and a Half Men”
  • Guest Actor in a comedy series: Jimmy Fallon, “Saturday Night Live”
  • Outstanding director in a comedy series: Steve Levitan, “Modern Family”
  • Lead Actor in a comedy series: Jon Cryer, “Two and a Half Men”
  • Lead Actress in a comedy series: Julia Louis-Dreyfus, “Veep”
  • Outstanding comedy series: “Modern Family”
  • Outstanding reality-competitive program: “The Amazing Race”
  • Outstanding reality host: Tom Bergeron, “Dancing with the Stars”
  • Outstanding supporting actor in a drama series: Aaron Paul, “Breaking Bad”
  • Outstanding writing in a drama series: “Homeland”
  • Outstanding supporting actress in a drama series: Maggie Smith, “Downton Abbey”
  • Guest Actress in a drama series Martha Plimpton, “The Good Wife”
  • Guest Actor in a drama series: Jeremy Davies, “Justified”
  • Outstanding director in a drama series: Timothy Van Patten, “Boardwalk Empire”
  • Lead actor in a drama series: Damian Lewis, “Homeland”
  • Lead actress in a drama series: Claire Danes, “Homeland”
  • Outstanding drama series: “Homeland”
  • Outstanding writing in a variety, music or comedy series: Louie C.K., “Louie C.K. Live at the Beacon Theater”
  • Outstanding directing in a variety special: Glenn Weiss
  • Outstanding variety series: “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart”
  • Outstanding supporting actress in a miniseries or a movie: Jessica Lange, “American Horror Story”
  • Outstanding supporting actor in a miniseries or a movie: Tom Berenger, “Hatfields & McCoys”
  • Outstanding writing in a miniseries or a movie: Danny Strong, “Game Change”
  • Outstanding lead actress in a miniseries or a movie: Julianne Moore, “Game Change”
  • Outstanding lead actor in a miniseries or a movie: Kevin Costner, “Hatfields & McCoys”
  • Outstanding directing in a miniseries, special or a movie: Jay Roach, “Game Change”
  • Outstanding miniseries or movie: “Game Change”
  • Outstanding reality program “Undercover Boss”
  • Casting in a drama series “Homeland”
  • Casting for a comedy Series “Girls”
  • Casting for a miniseries, movie or a special “Game Change”

Tell us: did your favorite actor/actress or series get snubbed? Or are you happy with the winners?

‘Revolution’ Adds Three ‘Supernatural’ Alums And More Casting News

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Three “Supernatural” guys are stopping by NBC’s “Revolution.”

Mark Pellegrino, Todd Stashwick and Colin Ford have each booked a guest star role on NBC’s Revolution, TVLine reports.

Todd Stashwick will portray a drug lord in the sixth episode of “Revolution”‘s freshman season. Meanwhile, Pellegrino, who recently appeared on “Grimm” will play a militia officer in the third episode.

Colin Ford will guest star as the brother of a boy who has been kidnapped by the militia.

“Revolution” airs Mondays at 10/9c on NBC.

More casting news…

Nicola Peltz (The Last Airbender) has been tapped to play Norman Bates’ love interest in A&E’s forthcoming series “Bates Motel.” [THR]

“Greek” alum Jake McDorman has landed a recurring role on Showtime “Shameless.” McDorman joins the drama as Fiona’s new charismatic, and fun boss. “Shameless” premieres Jan. 13 at 9/8c. [THR]

“Person of Interest” has a new villain. English actor Julian Sands of “24″ and “Smallville” alum will play Alistair, a diabolical man who gives Reese (Jim Caviezel) a run for his money. Also, stopping by “POI” is “True Blood”‘s star Carrie Preston as Finch’s former fiancée Grace. [TV Guide]

‘Person of Interest’ Season 2 Promo: Root Still Has Finch?!

Andrew Leeds “Bones”‘ big bad Wolf is stopping by Seattle Grace. Leeds has booked a potential recurring role in “Grey’s Anatomy”‘s upcoming season, however details about his role are being kept under lock and key. [TVLine]

“Breaking Bad” star Dean Norris will guest star as Whitney’s boyfriend’s (Chris D’Elia) father in an upcoming episode of the forthcoming season of “Whitney.” [EW]

Stephen Colbert has booked a guest star role on the final season of “The Office.” Colbert will guest-star in a Halloween-themed episode as Broccoli Rob, a former member of Here Comes Treble, Andy’s a cappella group. [EW]

Rob Reiner & Jamie Lee Curtis Join ‘New Girl’ And More Casting News

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Rob Reiner and Jamie Lee Curtis has been cast as Jess’ parents, TVLine reports.

The duo will play Bob and Joan, Jess’ divorced parents, who will appear in the Thanksgiving episode, where Jess will try to get her parents back together.

As previously reported, Rob Riggle will appear in the Thanksgiving episode as Schmidt’s cousin, Schmidt. “Political Animals” actress Carla Gugino will also join the forthcoming season for a three-episode arc as Emma, Schmidt’s boss.

“New Girl” premiere Tuesday, Sept. 25 on FOX.

More casting news…

Freddie Highmore has been tapped to play Norman Bates in A&E’s “Bates Motel.” [TV Guide] Max Thieriot has also been cast to play Norman’s brother, Dylan. [TVLine]

In addition to his ‘Parks & Recreation’ gig, Jonathan Banks is set to appear in Vegas. The “Breaking Bad” alum will play Angelo, a big-time Chicago gangster, for a multi-episode arc. [TVLine]

“Bent” alum Margo Harshman has joined “The Big Bang Theory” as Sheldon’s new assistant, Alex. [TVLine]

Jonathan Banks Heads to ‘Parks & Rec’ And More Casting News

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“Breaking Bad” vet Jonathan Banks has landed a guest role on “Parks & Rec.”

Hitfix reports, Banks, who played Mike Ehrmantraut on “Breaking Bad” is joining the NBC comedy as Ben Wyatt’s (Adam Scott) dad Steve.

Also heading to “Parks & Rec” is Glenne Headly. Glenne Headly will be playing Banks’ his ex-wife and Ben’s mom, Julia, according to TV Guide. Julia is “a warm and charming woman who appreciates art and literature, but who also has a bit of a dark side when provoked.

Headly and Banks are set to appear in the sixth episode of the upcoming season.

“Parks & Rec” premieres on Thurs., Sept. 20 at 9:30 p.m. ET on NBC.

More casting news…

Jean-Ralphio is returning to Pawnee! Ben Schwartz, who plays Jean-Ralphio will appear in “Parks & Recreation” for at least one episode of Season 5. [THR]

Emma Bell (The Walking Dead) has been cast as Emma on TNT’s hit drama “Dallas.”‘ Emma is rumored to be Ann Ewing’s (Brenda Strong) estranged daughter. Bell’s character is described as a beautiful privileged woman who “was raised by her grandmother to be poised, graceful, and slightly aloof, while her father has ingrained in her a distrust of the larger world.” [TVLine]

Ryan Hansen has landed a potential recurring role on ’2 Broke Girls.” The “Veronica Mars” alum will play Caroline’s love interest. [TVLine]

“The Good Wife” and “Political Animals” star Dylan Baker is joining “Zero Hour.” The actor will play FBI Section Chief Terrence Fisk, the supervisor of Carmen Ejogo’s character, Becca Sunjata. [TV Guide]

 

’30 Rock’ Cast Byran Cranston and Catherine O’Hara And More Casting News

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“Breaking Bad” star, Bryan Cranston and movie veteran Catherine O’Hara will be visiting the Plaza.

TV Guide reports the duo will appear in the last season of “30 Rock.” O’Hara is set to play Kenneth Parcell’s mom, while Cranston will play Ron, her “friend.”

’30 Rock’ Scoop: Is Liz Going to be a Mother?

“30 Rock” returns Thursday, Oct. 4 at 8/7c on NBC.

More casting news…

Gloria Votsis (White Collar) will guest-star on the CBS drama ‘Person of Interest’ as Maxine Angelis, a hotshot reporter who will appear in episode 5 of the forthcoming season. [TVLine]

“White Collar” star Willie Garson will guest star as Sarah Chalke’s uncle on ABC’s new comedy “How To Live With Your Parents (For the Rest of Your Life).” Meanwhile, Reid Scott “My Boys” alum will also guest in the comedy series as Chalke’s former classmate who is now a hot doctor. [EW]

Henry Winkler and Judy Greer will return to “Arrested Development” for the series’ fourth season. Winkler will reprise his role as Barry Zuckerkorn, while Greer also tweeted she will return as Kitty Sanchez. [HUFF POST]

Angelique Cabral will recur in ABC’s “Don’t Trust the B—- in Apartment 23″ as June’s fox-y new co-worker and nemesis. [TVLine]