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‘Suits,’ ‘White Collar’ & ‘Necessary Roughness’ Return Dates Announced

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White Collar, Royal Pains, Covert Affairs Renewed

“White Collar,” “Suits” and “Necessary Roughness” will return in January 2013, USA Network announced today.

“Suits” will debut the second half of its sophomore season on Thursday, Jan, 17 at 10/9c. The winter season will consist of six all-new episodes, with guest stars: David Costabile, Aarti Mann, Amanda Schull, Elisabeth Howser, Adam Godley and Diane Neal.

USA Orders More ‘Suits’

“White Collar” returns Tuesday, January 22 at 10/9c, with six new episodes. Diahann Carroll, Hilarie Burton and Jackson Rathbone will guest star.

USA Renews ‘White Collar’ ‘Royal Pains And ‘Covert Affairs’

Lastly, “Necessary Roughness” premieres with new episodes on Wednesday, January 23 at 10/9c. The guest stars include: Mark Cuban, Joe Theismann, Will Chase, Peter MacNicol, Jeff Nordling and Neil Hopkins.

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USA Renews ‘White Collar’ ‘Royal Pains And ‘Covert Affairs’

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White Collar, Royal Pains, Covert Affairs Renewed

USA’s summer drama series “White Collar,” “Royal Pains” and “Covert Affairs” have been renewed, the cable network announced today.

“Royal Pains” received a two seasons order of 26 episodes. Whereas, “White Collar” and “Covert Affairs” were each picked up of a season of 16 episodes.

“All three of these series have found ways to stay creatively fresh and culturally relevant. The execution in writing, acting and production is among the best on television. In an increasingly competitive landscape, these series got new season pickups the old-fashioned way — they earned it!,” Chris McCumber and Jeff Wachtel, co-presidents of USA Network, said in a statement.

However, freshman series: “Common Law,”  ”Political Animals, ” and returning series: “Necessary Roughness,” and Fairly Legal” are still on the bubble.

Production for the renewed series will begin in 2013.

’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]

‘Step Up Revolution’ Actor Heads to ‘The Mindy Project’ & More Casting News

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Fox’s most anticipated comedy “The Mindy Project” has cast Tommy Dewey and some NBA players.

According to TVLine, Step Up Revolution actor Tommy Dewey will star as Mindy’s boyfriend, Josh Daniels. Daniels is described as a successful lawyer, who pursues things/people he likes.

Additionally EW reports, NBA Basketball players Amar’e Stoudemire, Baron Davis, and Danny Granger will guest-star as themselves on the upcoming comedy series.

“The Mindy Project” is set to premiere Sept. 25 at 9:30/8:30c on Fox.

 

In other casting news…

Sheryl Lee Ralph has been cast to play Jennifer Hudson’s mum on ‘Smash’. [Vulture]

Eleven-time Olympic medalist, Ryan Lochte will guest-star as himself in the upcoming season of “90210.” [TVLine]

Bob Odenkirk (Breaking Bad) will reprise his role as Arthur Hobbs, Marshall’s boss  on “How I Met Your Mother.” [TVLine]

“CSI: Miami” alum, Emily Procter has been cast as the New York White Collar Division’s new head, Assistant Special Agent in Charge Amanda Callaway on “White Collar.” Procter is set to appear in two episodes. [TV Guide]

Lara Jean Chorostecki (Camelot) will play Freddie Lounds, a sleazy tabloid reporter on “Hannibal.” [TVLine]

Enrique Murciano (Without a Trace) and Wendy Moniz will appear in multi-episode arcs on “666 Park Avenue.”  Murciano will portray Dr. Todd Scott, a handsome young surgeon living at The Drake. Meanwhile, Moniz (Damages) will play Ingrid, Nona’s (Samantha Jade Logan) therapist. [TV Guide]

Peri Gilpin and Sarah Wright Head to ‘Men at Work’ And More Casting News

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Peri Gilpin and Sarah Wright will star on “Men at Work.”

According to TVLine, ”Frasier” alum Peri Gilpin will play Alex a recurring role, who is the new boss with unorthodox methods at Full Steam magazine, where the four friends work.

TBS’ ‘Men At Work’ Renewed

Meanwhile, Sarah Wright will guest-star in the second season premiere. Wright will play a “missed connection” for Milo (Danny Masterson). Additionally, Stephanie Lemelin (Rachel) will return for a two-episode arc.

“Men at Work”  returns 2013 on TBS.

More casting news…

Pablo Schreiber (A Gifted Man) will guest star in an upcoming episode of “White Collar.” Schreiber will appear as JB Bellmiere, a volatile avant-guarde artist. [TVLine]

Brandon W. Jones will play Andrew Jones, a senior on “Pretty Little Liars.”  [E! Online]

EW reports “24″ alum has been cast to star on “The Mob Doctor.” Shohreh Aghdashloo will recur as Dr. Jayana Baylor, a beautiful and passionate legendary cardiothoracic specialist.

Busy Philipps to Guest-Star on “Don’t Trust the B—- In Apartment 23″

Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Frankie Muniz will guest-star as themselves on the upcoming season of “Don’t Trust the B—- In Apartment 23.” [EW]

Daniel Sunjata (Rescue Me) is joining “Smash” in a recurring role. The “Rescue Me” alum will play Julia’s (Debra Messing) love interest. [EW]

 

 

 

‘Revenge’ Casts Jennifer Jason Leigh as Emily’s Mother and More Casting News

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Jennifer Jason Leigh has landed the role of Emily’s not-so dead mother.

Related: ‘Revenge’: Emily Throne Gets a Blast From the Past

The actress currently recurring on ‘Weeds’ will recur on the ABC’s hit series. Leigh’s character has some deep psychological issues and damage. Emily’s mother is also dangerous.

Revenge returns Sundays 9/8c on ABC.

More casting news…

Comic actor Patton Oswalt to guest star in Episodes 14 and 15 of “White Collar” as a notorious and quirky smuggler who comes at a price. While Sonja Sohn (Body of Proof) will recur as a high-level CIA director, starting with episode 13. [EW]

Grace Phipps (Nine Lives of Chloe King) has landed a recurring role in CW’s Vampire series. The actress will play April, a 16-year old, who has a history with Jeremy and Elena. Phipps will make her first appearance in the second episode of the forthcoming season, EW.com reports.

Another doctor is joining Seattle Grace. “True Blood”‘s recurring actor Camilla Luddington will play a doctor in a recurring role on “Grey’s Anatomy.” The role has an option of becoming a series regular, Deadline reports.

TVLine reports Megalyn Echikunwoke will play Riley, the daughter of and ambassador in CBS’ freshman series, “Made in Jersey.”

U.S. senators John McCain, (Arizona) Barbara Boxer, (California) and Olympia Snowe (Maine) will appear for a cameo in an episode of the upcoming season of “Parks and Recreation,” which premieres Thurs., Sept. 20 on NBC.

Weekly TV News: ‘Boardwalk Empire,’ ‘Treme’ Premiere Date Revealed & More

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TV news you might have missed:

Syfy has renewed its reality competition series “Total Blackout” for a 16-episode second season, the first eight of which are slated to air Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 9 pm.

Related: ‘Big Brother’ Season 14 Cast Revealed.

According to EW, A&E picked up “Bates Motel,” a series inspired by Psycho. Get more details about the series here: EW.

The recently crowned “X Factor” judge, Demi Lovato will host this year’s Teen Choice Awards, EW reports. The awards air live Sun., July 22 on FOX.

Related: ‘Sons of Anarchy’ Season 5 Teaser

HBO’s “Boardwalk Empire” and “Treme” season 3 premiere dates were announced earlier today. “Boardwalk Empire” is set to premiere, Sunday, Sept. 16 at 9/8c, while “Treme’s” third season is set to debut Sunday, Sept. 23, at 10/9c.

Related: ‘Eastbound & Down’ To Return For a Fourth Season

The Summer premieres continues. Check out the list below:

  • “The Closer,” (Season 7 Premiere Mon., July 9, 9 p.m. ET on TNT)
  • “Perception,” (Series premiere Mon., July 9, 10 p.m. ET on TNT)
  • “Opening Act,” (Series Premiere Mon., July 9, 10 p.m. ET on E!)
  • “Trust Us With Your Life,” (Series Premiere Tues., July 10, 9 p.m. ET on ABC)
  • “White Collar,” (Season 4 premiere Tues., July 10 at 9 p.m. ET on USA)

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  • “Covert Affairs” (Season 3 Premiere Tues., July 10 at 10 p.m. ET on USA)

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  • “Final Witness,” (Series Premiere Tues., July 10, 10 p.m. ET on ABC)
  • “Damages,” (Season 5 Premiere Wed., July 11, 10 p.m. ET on DirecTV)

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  • “Beverly Hills Nannies,” (Series Premiere Wed., July 11, 9 p.m. ET on ABC Family)
  • “Big Brother,” (Season 14 Premiere Thurs., July 12, 9 p.m. ET on CBS) Meet the cast of “Big Brother” Season 14.
  • “Polyamory: Married & Dating,” (Series Premiere, Thurs., 11 p.m. ET on Showtime)
  • “The Real L Word,” (Season 3 premiere Thurs., July 12, 10 p.m. ET on Showtime)
  • “Tyler Perry’s For Better or Worse” (Season 2 premiere Fri., July 13, 9 p.m. ET on TBS)

Weekly TV News: Fox’s Anniversary Special, USA, & “RHOA”.

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Hello sweet readers!

Fox turned 25 this month and to celebrate the network is airing a two-hour 25th Anniversary Special hosted by Ryan Seacrest. The Anniversary Special kicks off tomorrow April 22 at 8/7 p.m. on Fox. It’s slated to feature stars from “Ally McBeal,” “Beverly Hills, 90210,” “Married With Children,” “American Idol,” “24,” “That ’70s Show,” “In Living Color,” “The X-Flies” and of course “The Simpsons”.

More Fox’s news. George Lopez will host Fox’s new dating series, “Take Me Out”. Lopez will play matchmaker to thirty women and men contestants. The show premieres Thursday, June 7 at 8 p.m. ET.

In other TV news, there is one less cab in NYC. Discovery cancelled it trivia show “Cash Cab” while, TLC’s “My Crazy Obsession” will return for a second season.

Juicy news!

Martha Stewart, whose daily talk show, “The Martha Stewart Show” was cancelled by Hallmark in January is heading to PBS. Stewart announced Thursday PBS will air her new program “Martha Stewart”s Cooking School”. The weekly 30 minutes program will air in the fall.

Sheree Whitfield won’t be returning to the “Real Housewives of Atlanta,” the reality star announced she wants to focus more on empowering and inspiring women. “RHOA” just wrapped up its fourth season last week.

Meanwhile, Big Ang, Raiola the break-out star on “Mob Wives” is getting her own spin-off reality series. The series called “Big Ang” joins “Mob Wives Chicago” as “Mob Wives” growing franchise. The reality series will include ten episodes premiering in the summer. Will you watch “Big Ang?”

Premieres:

“Damages” fifth and last season premieres Jul., 11 9 p.m. ET exclusively on DIRECTV.

More summer premiere news, USA networks revealed it premiere dates from its summer line-up. “White Collar” and “Covet Affairs” return July 10. “Royal Pains” and “Necessary Roughness” return June 6 while “Burn Notice” and “Suits” premiere June 14.

Guest-Stars:

Lastly, Perez Hilton will guest star on “Glee”! The blogger will guest star as a judge at Nationals.