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Don Morrow, best known as a television game show host, announcer and voiceover actor passed away peacefully in his sleep with members of his family at his side on October 27, 2020 just shy of his 94th birthday. Don will be greatly missed by many and he is survived by his loving wife, Ursula, of over 50 years (Ulla) and his cherished children Donna (Jim) in Montana, Lisa Kate (Ken) in Montana, Holly (Jim) in Massachusetts, Jessica in California, Mark (Dunja) in Danbury and Scott (Kathy) in Texas, along with eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and his nieces and nephews. Donald Gordon Morrow was born in Stamford Hospital on January 29, 1927, son of Rosebud (Johnston) Morrow and James Alexander Morrow, predeceased by his brother James Morrow also a longtime resident of Danbury. In 1944, he graduated from Danbury High School before enlisting in the U.S. Navy at age seventeen. He went to serve overseas in Morocco from 1944-1946 where he was awarded the American, European, and Victory Medals. He attended Danbury State Teachers College, then Syracuse University, before finishing at Southern Methodist University of Dallas, Texas in 1950 with a BBA in Business Administration Don began broadcasting on the radio in 1951. He was best known for his life long career in the television industry which included announcing the news with Walter Cronkite, emceeing the game shows Camouflage and Let Play Post Office in the late 50s and 60s, and announcing for Allen Ludden's game shows Password and GE College Bowl. His career spanned into the 80s and 90s with jobs on The Challengers, Now You See It, Wheel of Fortune, and Sale of the Century. As the years passed he became a world class voiceover talent highly sought after as he became the Shell Answer Man in the 70s and 80s and often recognized for his voice in trailers for the hit movies Titanic and Saving Private Ryan among many others. During this time he also added three more accomplishments of which he was most proud...he became a pilot at age 69, self published 2 books with his dear friend and co-author, Kevin Moore, Forsaken Heroes of the Pacific War: One Mans True Story and his autobiography How About a Martini? In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family would prefer a donation be made to one of Don's favorite charities: GarySiniseFoundation.org Tunnel2Towers.org DanburyHospital.org/support to the Palliative Care Program for the generous care provided by the staff in his last hours. The family would welcome you to share memories, stories, and photos through GatheringUs at Gatheringus.com/memorial/donald-gordon-morrow/5635 Due to COVID considerations, a memorial celebration will be held at a later date. Legacy posted 11/4/2020 College sports fans across the U.S. can gear up to play The Fan Exam, a live trivia game hosted by sports media personality and ESPN college football analyst Mike Golic. In collaboration with its parent company Learfield IMG College, SIDEARM Sports tapped Golic to host the inaugural, six-week interactive college sports trivia game to be played simultaneously on a network of official athletics websites and apps powered by SIDEARM. Golic will be a familiar voice for college sports fans playing The Fan Exam. The live game show is free to play and will begin at 8pm ET every Tuesday and Thursday, from November 10 through December 17. The only date variation is during Thanksgiving week, with a move to Wednesday. Fans will access the game via TheFanExam.com or through a dedicated entry point on the official athletics website, or mobile app, of their school of choice. Each game will feature 12 college sports trivia questions, with varying degrees of difficulty, in a non-elimination format. Players accumulate points for correct answers, with prizes awarded to top finishers after each week of play and at the end of the six-week period. There's no denying the passion and loyalty of college sports fans, and The Fan Exam is designed to capture that insatiable appetite for college sports through a national, live game show hosted by the one and only Mike Golic, said SIDEARM Sports President and CEO, and chief digital officer for Learfield IMG College's media group Jeff Rubin. We're excited about getting this under way and pleased to bring this to our school partners and their fans as a complement to the fall and winter sports seasons. It's no secret my allegiance to sports, both personally and professionally, and I'm excited to be the one introducing The Fan Exam to diehard college sports fans across the country starting November 10, added Golic. After a 25-year career with ESPN, it feels good to refocus on new projects that still center around what I'm most passionate about, and doing it with Learfield IMG College and SIDEARM - reputable companies doing great work in the college space. I'm looking forward to this and more to come. . Radio Online THe Spun posted 11/4/2020 This December, FOX takes TV's #1 show and adds a little twist. Based on the smash hit FOX series THE MASKED SINGER and inspired by a popular segment featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, all-new celebrity competition series THE MASKED DANCER will be hosted by comedian Craig Robinson. Joining the show as panelists are THE MASKED SINGER and I CAN SEE YOUR VOICE'S Ken Jeong, world-famous choreographer and singer Paula Abdul, actor and the former Giraffe Mask on THE MASKED SINGER Brian Austin Green and actress and singer Ashley Tisdale. THE MASKED DANCER will feature celebrity contestants shaking their tail feathers, while covered from head-to-toe in elaborate costumes and face masks, leaving audiences to guess their identities. Costumed celebrities will be joined on stage by masked partners and back-up dancers, as they perform a series of dances together; spanning from hip-hop to salsa, jazz to tap dancing and more. When it comes to dance styles, the sky is the limit. Each week, a series of clues will be sprinkled throughout packages, costumes and routines, leading the panelists one step closer to figuring out which famous faces are freestyling behind the masks. Between all of the celebrity competitors on the show, they've amassed more than 38 million albums sold worldwide, 20 Emmy(R) Award wins, 20 Grammy(R) Award nominations, 10 World Dancing titles, five New York Times Best-Selling Author titles, four Olympic gold medals and three Broadway show appearances. Guest judges and premiere date to be announced soon. We've begun filming THE MASKED DANCER with incredible new talent on both sides of the mask, and can't wait to share the series with viewers, said Rob Wade, President, Alternative Entertainment Specials, FOX Entertainment. Craig Robinson is hilarious as always in his role as host, and Ken, Brian, Ashley and Paula are the perfect blend of personalities to lead our awesomely weird world of masks into a whole new genre! THE MASKED DANCER is produced by Fox Alternative Entertainment and Warner Bros. Unscripted Alternative Television and is based on the South Korean format, THE MASKED SINGER, created by Mun Hwa Broadcasting Corp. James Breen, Craig Plestis, Dan Martin and Ellen DeGeneres are executive producers of the series. Breen will serve as showrunner. Like THE MASKED DANCER on Facebook at facebook.com/maskeddancerfox. Follow the series on Twitter @maskeddancerfox and join the conversation using #TheMaskedDancer. Check out photos and videos on Instagram @maskeddancerfox. THe FUton Critic TV Line Deadline THe Wrap THe Wrap Gold Derby TV Line posted 11/5/2020 FOX (5.271 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.3, #1) held onto the top spot on Wednesday thanks to originals from The Masked Singer (6.275 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.6, #1) and I Can See Your Voice (4.267 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.1, #2). NBC (3.409 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.8, #2) took home the silver with its full night coverage of NBC News: Decision 2020: Election Special (3.409 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.8, #3). Next up was ABC (2.979 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.6, #3) and its lineup of The Goldbergs (3.663 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T4), American Housewife (3.055 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.6, #7), The Conners (3.928 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T4), Black-ish (2.311 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.4, #9) and the special Your Voice/Your Vote: Election 2020 (2.458 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.5, #8). Meanwhile, CBS (2.399 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.4, #4) offered up its late-minute mix of The Amazing Race 32 (3.923 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T4), a repeat SWAT (1.689 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T10) and CBS News 2020: America Decides - Still Counting (1.585 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T10). And finally, The CW (0.576 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.1, #5) closed out the evening with Devils (0.466 million viewers, #13; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T12) and Coroner (0.686 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T12). On cable... - Guy's Grocery GAmes: Guy Cooks the Games (P/Food): 828k/0.29 THe Futon Critic Showbuzz Daily posted 11/5/2020 Answer: This writer who covers sports and culture for The Ringer is a major Jeopardy! fan with a new book called Answers in the Form of Questions (Twelve Books, $28). The response: Who is Claire McNear? The journalist, who pens a column on Jeopardy! for the pop culture website, shares her passion for the game in her book that's equal parts history, insider's guide and love letter. It's the ultimate contact sport, she said in a phone interview from her home in Washington, D.C. The book opens with her visit to the set during the Greatest of All Time tournament earlier this year involving the show's holy trinity of champions Ken Jennings, James Holzhauer and Brad Rutter. In addition to speaking with them, Answers in the Form of Questions is chock full of interviews with host Alex Trebek; colorful contestants from long ago (remember New York City Transit cop Frank Spangenberg?) and the recent past (quirky bartender Austin Rogers); Celebrity Tournament superstars (Sea Cliff native Michael McKean); a glimpse of the original version hosted by Art Fleming; Trebek's choice for his replacement ( Why, Betty White, of course ) and more. McNear writes that the show might have never come back if it wasn't for the popularity of Weird Al Yankovic's 1984 music video I Lost on 'Jeopardy!' She also notes that Weird Al was considered to host the show. Can you imagine what that would have been like? she said. I don't know how seriously they considered him, but it would have been a very different show. Newsday posted 11/5/2020 ABC/ITV The Chase Is On... ABC Sara Haines to Host, Jeopardy! GOATs to Chase From the Futon Critic The Chase is very much on for ABC, now that the network has officially ordered to series an adaptation of the popular UK quiz show. In The Chase, which originated across the pond on ITV in 2009, four contestants work for the benefit of the team as they face The Chaser, a ruthless quiz genius who is determined to stop them winning at all costs . As previously rumored, Jeopardy! GOATs James Holzhauer, Ken Jennings and Brad Rutter are now double-secret confirmed to take turns as The Chaser, who challenges the players to think faster than they ever thought possible. (The trio's head-to-head-to-head battle in ABC's multi-night Jeopardy! The Greatest of All Time tournament way, way, wayyyyy back in January scored huge numbers for the broadcast network, delivering north of 15 million total viewers at one point and above a 2.0 demo rating.) The View's Sara Haines, meanwhile, has been tapped to serve as host. A premiere date will be announced at a later date. With some slight gameplay tweaks, The Chase was first adapted for U.S. audiences in 2013 by Game Show Network. Brooke Burns hosted and English quizzer Mark Labbett served as The Chaser, who was also nicknamed The Beast. Holzhauer appeared on that version, setting records for both the early Cash Builder round and the Final Chase (in which he contributed 19 of his team's 26 correct answers, compared to The Beast's six). ABC's The Chase is produced by ITV America's ITV Entertainment, with Adam Sher, Bernie Schaeffer and Vin Rubino serving as executive producers. TV Line Deadline Variety USA Today KTNV Las Vegas New York Times Reality Blurred Newsday Vulture UPROXX THe Hollywood Reporter Digital Spy New York Daily News Chicago Tribune Realscreen People The Futon Critic Programming Insider Deseret News Las Vegas REview Journal New York Daily News Awful Announcing Entertainment Weekly posted 11/4/2020 American Ninja Warrior Takes a Backseat to America Extended Election Coverage Changes Schedule Tonight From the Wrap NBC is shifting its Wednesday night schedule, including the season finale of American Ninja Warrior as the 2020 presidential election drags on into a second night. The network was initially scheduled to air the season finale tonight, but NBC will instead broadcast a continuation of Tuesday's Decision 2020 election special as results continue to trickle in. The special will run on NBC from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET. American Ninja Warrior will now wrap its season on Friday, Nov. 6, at 8 p.m. ET/PT. On the west coast, NBC's primetime lineup will consist of local news coverage at 8 p.m. PT, The Wall at 9 p.m. and Dateline NBC at 10 p.m. No winner has been declared in the 2020 presidential election as of Wednesday evening, with the race tightening in battleground states including Georgia, North Carolina, Nevada and Pennsylvania as mail-in votes continue to be processed. The Wrap THe FUton Critic TV Line Deadline posted 11/4/2020 The Chase star Paul Sinha is set to front a brand new ITV game show, which will see celebrities answer questions all about the world of television. Paul Sinha's TV Showdown has reportedly already had a successful test run, with a full series now in the works, according to The Sun. The report suggests that ITV hopes the series will be on the air before long, with the show set to broadcast in a primetime slot on the main ITV channel. ITV declined to comment. Radio Times Metro Female First Entertainment Daily Chortle posted 11/4/2020 UFC(R) and ESPN+ announced today that The Ultimate Fighter, the longstanding reality television series will return in March 2021, exclusively on ESPN+. The Ultimate Fighter 29 (TUF 29) will feature athletes from the men's bantamweight (135 lbs.) and middleweight (185 lbs.) divisions. Casting is open through Friday, Nov. 13 with applications available for download at ufc.com/TUF. Team coaches for TUF 29 will be announced at a later date. The iconic reality series has introduced a wide array of fans - from die-hard to brand new - to UFC and served as a springboard for the career of numerous fighters who went on to be UFC champions, contenders and stars, including: Kamaru Usman, Tony Ferguson, T.J. Dillashaw, Rose Namajunas, Michael Bisping, Nate Diaz, Michael Chiesa, Al Iaquinta, Kelvin Gastelum, Forrest Griffin, Rashad Evans, Uriah Hall and Conor McGregor, who was a coach in TUF 22. In addition to TUF 29, ESPN+ will also be a new destination for fans to re-watch all 28 previous seasons of TUF, available on a date to be announced soon. Casting for TUF 29 will be remote for the first time with no physical tryouts. Finalists will be selected by late November 2020. . The Futon Critic MMA Weekly Bloody Elbow Latin Post posted 11/3/2020 Game Show Network/Sony Pictures TV Studios Chain Reaction Returns to GSN... ... as Does Dylan Lane From the Futon Critic Game Show Network, the leader in game shows and competitive entertainment, has greenlit an all-new edition of the popular word association game show CHAIN REACTION. Actor and TV personality Dylan Lane, who originally hosted the show's network premiere 14 years ago, returns to host the new half-hour series, which is slated to premiere in early 2021 and air Monday through Friday. Based on the Sony Pictures Television format created by Bob Stewart, the classic game show - which originally debuted in the 1980s - features two teams competing against one another to complete chains of words, after the first and last words of the chain are revealed. Each word in the chain is related in some way to the word directly above and below it. By making inferences based on the revealed words and the revealed letters in incomplete words, contestants try to fill in the word chains to win money. Dylan Lane is best known to viewers for hosting Game Show Network's first iteration of CHAIN REACTION from 2006-2007. He also hosted the National Vocabulary Championship, the first-ever nation-wide vocabulary competition for high school students, for the network in 2007 and 2008. Previously, Lane served as a VJ and host on music-centric channel Fuse TV's The F-List and Daily Download. The native Pennsylvanian also worked in scripted television with a recurring role as Justin Carter in the TV show What Goes On, which aired on The N. Presently, Lane is a married father of two and works as a fleet engineer for GE in New York. The Futon Critic Deadline PRogramming Insider C21Media posted 11/3/2020 Talkers were syndication's biggest winners in the session ending Oct. 25 with sophomore hit Tamron Hall showing the way. Most of the top tier in the category moved up and several staged double-digit surges. In the household rating rankings that follow, % change is from the previous week; * indicates a new season-high rating; ** indicates a new season low; NC indicates no change from the previous week; NA mean not applicable. GAME SHOWS- Family Feud (Debmar-Mercury/FMNA) 5.3 -4% Jeopardy (CTD) 5.0 NC Wheel of Fortune (CTD) 5.0 +4% - 25 Words or Less (Fox) 0.8 NC - Funny You Should Ask(Entertainment Studios) 0.4 -20% TV Newscheck NextTV The Wrap posted 11/3/2020 NBC (6.051 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 0.9, #1) was the network to beat on Monday with a new The Voice (7.446 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.0, #1) and The 2020 SNL Election Special (3.260 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T3). ABC (5.097 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.7, #2) claimed the silver with a new Dancing with the Stars (5.305 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.7, #2) followed by the return of The Good Doctor (4.681 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T3). Next up was CBS (2.721 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T3) with The Price Is Right at Night (4.051 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T3) alongside repeats of All Rise (1.849 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T7) and Bull (2.263 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T7). Meanwhile, FOX (1.279 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T3) offered up LA's Finest (1.504 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.3, #6) and Filthy Rich (1.055 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T7). And finally, The CW (0.960 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.2, #5) opted for repeats of Whose Line Is It Anyway? (0.911 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T7), another Whose Line Is It Anyway? (0.986 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T7) and Penn Teller: Fool Us (0.971 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T7) to round out the night. THe Futon Critic Showbuzz Daily posted 11/3/2020 FOX (2.133 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.6, #1) was the demo victor on Friday with its presentation of WWE SmackDown (2.133 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T1). A close second was ABC (3.676 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 0.5, #2) with its duo of Shark Tank (4.218 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T1) and 20/20 (3.404 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.5, #3). Next up was NBC (2.130 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.4, #3) with an encore of American Ninja Warrior (1.901 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.3, #6) followed by Dateline NBC (2.587 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T4). Meanwhile, CBS (2.511 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.3, #4) offered up its mix of The Greatest #AtHome Videos (3.075 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T4), The Deciders: A CBS News Special (1.855 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T7) and a repeat Blue Bloods (2.603 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T7). And finally, a rebroadcast of The 13 Scariest Movies of All Time (0.765 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T7) led into a new World's Funniest Animals (0.782 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T10) and a repeat World's Funniest Animals (0.726 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T10) on The CW (0.759 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.1, #5) to round out the night. Meanwhile, NBC (11.631 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 3.2, #1) continued its Sunday reign with its usual mix of Football Night in America #1 (4.995 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 1.3, #6), Football Night in America #2 (5.652 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 1.6, #5), Football Night in America #3 (12.880 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 3.5, #3) and Sunday Night Football (13.904 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 3.9, #2). FOX (7.553 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 2.2, #2) was the silver draw with a full hour of NFL Overrun (16.360 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 4.5, #1) followed by The Simpsons (6.484 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 2.2, #4), Bless the Harts (2.552 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.9, #7), Bob's Burgers (1.863 million viewers, #14; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T9) and Family Guy (1.697 million viewers, #15; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T9). Next up was CBS (4.160 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.5, #T3) with 60 Minutes (8.421 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.8, #8) and the feature Star Trek Beyond (2.739 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.4, #14). Meanwhile, ABC (3.261 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.5, #T3) offered up its quartet of America's Funniest Home Videos (4.367 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T9), Supermarket Sweep (3.408 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T9), Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (3.185 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.5, #13) and Card Sharks (2.084 million viewers, #13; adults 18-49: 0.3, #15). And finally, The CW (0.325 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.1, #5) closed out the night with a new Pandora (0.270 million viewers, #18; adults 18-49: 0.0, #18) alongside repeats of Whose Line Is It Anyway? (0.334 million viewers, #17; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T16) and another Whose Line Is It Anyway? (0.424 million viewers, #16; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T16). On cable Saturday... - Nickelodeon's Unfiltered (SF/Nick): 471k/0.12 On cable Sunday... - Holiday Wars (SP/Food): 1.069m/0.27 - Beat Bobby Flay (Food): 737k/0.17 . THe Futon Critic THe Futon Critic Showbuzz Daily Showbuzz Daily posted 11/3/2020 Getty Images/Deadline JOHN SESSIONS: 1953-2020 British Comedian Featured on Whose Line UK From Deadline John Sessions, the Scottish actor and comedian famous for shows including Whose Line Is It Anyway?, has died at the age of 67. Alex Irwin, his agent at Markham, Froggatt Irwin, said Sessions died at his home in London from a heart condition after a career that spanned film roles including The Iron Lady and The Merchant of Venice. Born in Ayrshire, Scotland, Sessions made his name on shows including the UK version of Whose Line Is It Anyway? and the original Spitting Image, on which he honed his impression skills. He was a regular on the British comedy panel show circuit, popping up on Have I Got News for You and QI, as well as starring in comedies such as the cult hit Stella Street, in which he impersonated Keith Richards and Joe Pesci. Deadline Daily Mail posted 11/3/2020 BBC/Love PRoductions LUIS TROYANO: 1972-2020 Baker Featured on Great British BAking SHow From Deadline Luis Troyano, a finalist and audience favorite on Season Five of The Great British Bake Off, has died from esophageal cancer. He was 48. His death was announced today by his agent Anne Kibel, who tweeted, Sadly, my lovely client lost his brave fight against Oesophageal cancer last week. A fantastic man with a love of baking that saw him get to the finals of GBBO, write a wonderful book, Bake It Great and do so much more. Always in our thoughts. Broadcast in the U.K. on Channel 4, the retitled The Great British Baking Show also is available on Netflix. Season 5 aired in the U.K. in 2014, and is included in Netflix's Collection 1. Troyano, a marketing manager with the city council of Salford, U.K., tweeted about his cancer last April, writing, A year ago today I had my cancer surgery and an awful tumour removed that would have killed me. Thanking his medical team, Troyano noted, I'm in your debt. Deadline Daily Mail posted 11/3/2020 As the UK braces for lockdown 2.0 on Thursday, TV production will continue, but there will be inevitable side effects for studio comedy and entertainment shows, which are having to shut out audiences once again. Live studio audiences had only just started to trickle back in August, but fans will no longer be able to attend their favorite shows as new four-week stay-at-home orders come into force on November 5 amid a second wave of coronavirus. Among the shows impacted will be Strictly Come Dancing, the BBC One's blockbuster dance competition, which provided an antidote to the COVID gloom for 10.3M viewers on Saturday one of the show's best audiences in two years. But in a notice on the BBC studio audience website, producers said: We're sad to announce that we won't be able to have a live studio audience for Strictly Come Dancing during November. Deadline posted 11/3/2020 Jeannie Mai's hopes of winning the Mirrorball have been unexpectedly dashed: The Dancing With the Stars contestant is leaving Season 29 due to an urgent health concern. As Mai revealed to Good Morning America on Monday, she has been diagnosed with epiglottitis, an inflammatory and potentially life-threatening condition of the throat that can cause swelling and block air to the lungs. She has since been hospitalized to address the diagnosis. My doctors discovered a health concern with my throat which requires immediate attention and surgery, Mai said in a statement. I am heartbroken that my DWTS journey has to end here. I have pushed myself to new limits, physically and mentally, and I am so proud of how far we've come. (Mai was paired with pro dancer Brandon Armstrong, who added that he is devastated over their early exit, but Jeannie's health does come first. ) Dancing With the Stars also confirmed Mai's departure in a tweet on Monday, which read, Jeannie has inspired us, along with millions of fans, with her energy and dedication. We wish her a full and speedy recovery. Mai's friends and DWTS competitors have not forgotten about her. My sweet @jeanniemai, wrote Cheer star Monica Aldama, who was eliminated from DWTS last week. Praying for a speedy recovery and complete restoration of health. You were such a light in my DWTS journey my friend, my show tell partner and the sunshine that made me smile. Looking forward to reuniting and giving you the biggest hug! Mai's dance partner, Brandon Armstrong, said in a video message on GMA : We are devastated by the news that we're gonna have to cut this season short, but Jeannie's health does come first. Thank you to all the fans that have helped to get us this far and we are praying for a speedy recovery for Jeannie. Cheryl Burke and her partner AJ McLean made a video wishing Mai well. You have been such a light on his show and I will miss having your energy on set, Burke wrote in the caption. You are in our hearts as you go through this. We love you so much! Though tonight's Dancing broadcast (ABC, 8/7c) was slated to end with a double elimination, only one couple will now be sent home due to Mai's premature exit. TV Line Deadline THe Wrap The Wrap GoldDerby USA Today GoldDerby posted 11/2/2020 HGTV is on the lookout for America's next home renovation superstar with the production of Design Star: Next Gen, a new high-stakes competition series inspired by HGTV Design Star - the most successful and highest-rated franchise in the network's history. Set to premiere in 2021, the six-episode series will be hosted by Allison Holker Boss and will feature eight finalists who are talented designers, renovators and social media brand-builders as they compete in intense weekly challenges. The distinguished judging panel will include head judge Jonathan Adler, designer Lauren Makk and a rotating cast of celebrity experts. In the end, only one competitor will win the once-in-a-lifetime prize of $50,000 and their very own HGTV show. We've assembled an amazing cast of competitors for Design Star: Next Gen who will unleash their creativity to showcase distinctive styles and innovative approaches to renovation, said Loren Ruch, group senior vice president, programming and development, HGTV. HGTV Design Star, the original series in the franchise, was an epic success, so fans have a pent-up desire for us to bring the concept back with a fresh spin. In a new twist, the series will be shot in an isolated design hub community away from typical production locations. Each competitor will be given a design lab - a house-like space that must be reimagined for each challenge. The community also will provide everything the competitors need, including a design center for sketching, a construction workshop to build their creations, as well as a fully stocked furniture and styling warehouse so they can focus on making gorgeous spaces. This series will be fun, fast and energetic, said Ruch. The design labs will really force the designers out of their comfort zones and demand truly innovative and creative transformations. Every designer in America wants to win a show on HGTV, so let the games begin! The Futon Critic People Reality Blurred The Wrap posted 11/2/2020 GGB Series 4: Friend or Foe? Games of Knowledge... and of Trust From GSNN's Chris Wolvie Can you trust someone you've just met with money they helped you earn? More to the point, can THEY trust YOU? A game of general knowledge and QUITE specific trust graces Games Gone By... as Chris Wolvie talks about the GSN game, Friend or Foe? . Games Gone By posted 11/2/2020 Fremantle/Fox NIKKI McKIBBIN: 1978-2020 American Idol Season 1 Third Place Finisher From TV Line Nikki McKibbin, the second runner-up from American Idol's first season, has died, according to a Facebook post by her husband, Craig Sadler. The singer was 42. The love of my life Nikki Sadler suffered an aneurysm on Wednesday, wrote Sadler. She was so loved that I know thousands of you will be grieving with us. McKibbin placed third on her Idol season, behind winner Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini. She famously sang Whitney Houston's One Moment in Time for her audition, which immediately advanced her to the next round of the competition. Idol released the following statement via Twitter: Nikki McKibbin was an incredible talent and we are deeply saddened by the news of her passing. She was part of our American Idol family and will be truly missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to her family and friends during this difficult time. Prior to her time spent with Idol judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, McKibbin appeared on the first season of another singing competition, Popstars, which aired on the WB in 2001. There, she competed with hopes of joining the girl group Eden's Crush, but ultimately was not chosen as part of the group's final lineup. McKibbin released her debut album, Unleashed, on May 22, 2007 and toured throughout the year with Texas metal band Rivethead. In 2012, she released the EP Psychotrip with the band Love Stricken Demise. The singer returned to television in 2008 as part of the second season of VH1's Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew. Fellow cast members included Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler, actors Jeff Conaway and Gary Busey and civil rights figure Rodney King. When the season wrapped, she appeared on its spinoff series, Sober House. McKibbin briefly re-appeared on Season 13 of Idol, when she accompanied her son Tristan to his audition; he made it through to the Hollywood round, but was cut prior to the live shows. Shortly after news broke of her tragic death, Idol host Ryan Seacrest took time out to share his thoughts on the late singer. Nikki was a superstar the moment she walked into auditions, he tweeted. She set the bar high with her talent and memorable stage presence. It was an honor to watch her grow and inspire millions of people. Our hearts go out to her family, friends, and fans who are grieving this tragic loss. Paula Abdul, who served as a judge during the series' first nine seasons, tweeted: Nikki McKibbin was a strong spirited woman who always stayed true to who she was. She could bring the house down with her powerful voice and captivating stage presence. Our first season of Idol would not have been what it was without her. My love prayers go out to her family. McKibbin made the Top 3 on her season, losing only to winner Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini. Guarini eulogized McKibbin on Instagram, calling McKibbin a fiery, funny lady who could sing the Hell out of a rock song with the same kind of ease and command she lovingly used to cut you with her twangy Southern wit. Ryan Starr, who made it to the Top 7 in Idol's inaugural season, shared photos and memories of McKibbin in her Instagram stories. So young. So sad. Feels so strange to have shared such a special moment in history with these other 9 people and to know that now one of them is no longer with us. R.I.P. NIKKI. Season 1's Jim Verraros also took to Instagram writing, @realnikkimckibbin, I can't believe you're gone. You were such a light for so many of us. You were unapologetically yourself and I loved that the most about you. You will be missed but I will always hold you close to my heart. Rest In Peace, beautiful soul. . TV Line TV Line Deadline The Wrap Reality TV World posted 11/2/2020 PROGRAMMING ALERT: Tomorrow night is Election Night (The Ringer) and Jeopardy! Wheel are on preemption alert (Jeopardy!) Garrett Yrigoyen never heard the end of I Hope , did he? (Reality TV World) PROGRAMMING ALERT: You know the when (GoldDerby) ... but do you know the how? (Gold Derby) Tom Bergeron surprisingly cool with not hosting Dancing anymore (GoldDerby) A FEW GOOD MINUTES with Jane Lynch (Slate) Hollywood Reporter SEAN CONNERY: 1930-2020 James Bond Actor Played What's My Line? From TV Line International film star Sean Connery, who portrayed James Bond in seven different films, has died at the age of 90. His death was confirmed by his family, as reported by the BBC. Known for his good looks and heaps of charisma, Connery spent more than 40 years on screen as one of the world's most renowned leading men. He was known as one of the best actors to portray Ian Fleming's superspy, Agent 007, but the actor also served up starring performances in films like The Wind and the Lion, The Man Who Would Be King, Murder on the Orient Express, The Hunt for Red October, The Rock, and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. In 1987, he took on the role of tough Irish cop Jim Malone in Depression-era Chicago in Brian De Palma's 1987 movie The Untouchables. The role earned Connery his one and only Oscar, for Best Supporting Actor. The Scot spent plenty of time on the small screen earlier in his career, starring in televised versions of plays and assorted TV-movies. His TV credits include An Age of Kings in 1960, Macbeth and Anna Karenina in 1961, and assorted Plays of the Week for ITV and BBC. He also was a mystery guest on an episode of What's My Line? . Connery is survived by his second wife, Micheline Roquebrune, whom he married in 1975; his son, actor Jason Connery; and a grandson. The Wrap THe Hollywood Reporter Rolling Stone NPR posted 11/1/2020 ABC today announced its slate of holiday programming, inviting families everywhere to cozy up on the couch under a warm blanket and get into the yuletide spirit with beloved classics and new favorites. The network is celebrating the most wonderful time of the year with its holiday slate including a new iteration of the ratings superstar The Disney Family Singalong franchise featuring a festive new special, The Disney Holiday Singalong, on MONDAY, NOV. 30 (8:00-9:00 p.m.). Earlier this year, ABC's The Disney Family Singalong and The Disney Family Singalong: Volume II drew in a combined 22.3 million Total Viewers after 35 days of delayed viewing on linear and digital platforms. Additional highlights include a special fifth anniversary of the Thanksgiving evening staple The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration a reimagined Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Celebration CMA Country Christmas from Nashville; a bright new season of The Great Christmas Light Fight, which received a new season order as well; new holiday-themed episodes of ABC comedies and General Hospital and the network broadcast premiere of The Greatest Showman. Top it all off with a sprinkling of classic holiday favorites and settle in, ABC is about to get fa-la-la-mazing. The Great Christmas Light Fight premieres its new season December 9. The Futon Critic posted 10/30/2020 THURSDAY: Game Recognizes Game Feud , PYL Perform Admirably in Face of Football From the Futon Critic FOX (7.927 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 2.2, #1) was back on top last night thanks to its weekly presentations of Thursday Night Football Pre-Game (6.927 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.8, #2) and Thursday Night Football (8.127 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 2.3, #1). The silver went to ABC (3.818 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.6, #2) with the season finales of Celebrity Family Feud (5.148 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.7, #3) and Press Your Luck (3.494 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T4) alongside a new Match Game (2.813 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T6). Next up was NBC (2.691 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.4, #3) with the return of Superstore (2.769 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T4) alongside new episodes of Connecting... (1.160 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T10) and Dateline NBC (3.055 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T6). Meanwhile, CBS (2.026 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.3, #4) served up repeats of Young Sheldon (3.776 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T6) and Mom (2.927 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T6) plus the special Every Vote Counts: A Celebration of Democracy (1.375 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T10) and Star Trek: Discovery (1.352 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T10). And finally, originals from Supernatural (0.918 million viewers, #13; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T10) and The Outpost (0.477 million viewers, #14; adults 18-49: 0.1, #14) on The CW (0.697 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.2, #5) rounded out the night. THe Futon Critic posted 10/30/2020 Sky History, the joint-venture UK television channel run by A+E Networks UK and Comcast-owned Sky, has canceled its reality competition series The Chop: Britain's Top Woodworker after questions arose over whether a contestant had Nazi tattoos emblazoned on his face. A+E Networks UK took The Chop off-air last week pending an investigation into Darren Lumsden's ink. That investigation has concluded that the series cannot return to screens because the symbols on Lumsden's face could be connected to far-right ideologies and could cause offence. Prominent among Lumsden's markings is the number 88, which is white supremacist numerical code for Heil Hitler. The carpenter has denied any association with far-right groups and said the 88 symbolizes the year of his father's death. Doubt has been cast over this claim, however, after the MailOnline discovered that Lumsden's father is alive and well. An A+E Networks UK spokesman said: Following an independent investigation, AETN UK has made the decision not to broadcast any further episodes of The Chop on Sky History. A contestant's tattoos included symbols that could be connected to far-right ideologies and could cause offence; we sincerely apologise for that and we are sorry that our processes did not prompt further investigation at an earlier stage. The contestant continues to strenuously deny that he has, or ever had, far-right leanings. We are thoroughly reviewing our internal processes following the investigation. AETN UK and Sky History stand against racism and hate speech of all kinds. The Chop producer Big Wheel Film Television also issued a statement saying that it acted in good faith throughout the making of the Sky History show and cooperated fully with the investigation. Big Wheel Film Television acted professionally, appropriately and in good faith throughout the making of The Chop, following robust due diligence and duty of care processes from casting through to delivery, a spokesman said. All issues, problems and concerns identified in relation to Darren Lumsden's tattoos during production were fully reported up to AETN UK, and the broadcaster's directives and instructions in response were closely followed. Big Wheel Film Television co-operated fully with the independent investigation put in place by AETN UK, and shared details of relevant processes, discussions and exchanges, along with supporting evidence and documentation. Big Wheel Film Television stands against all forms of hatred and intolerance, is committed to the highest professional standards, and strives at all times to treat people fairly. Only one episode in the nine-part series aired. The Chop was hosted by comedian Lee Mack, presenter Rick Edwards, and carpenter William Hardie. In a Great British Bake Off-style format, 10 contestants gathered in Epping Forest and aim to whittle, carve and chop their way to success, with their creations furnishing a lavish cabin in the woods. TRIGGER WARNING: Links below contain white supremacist imagery. Deadline Newsweek Deadline posted 10/20/2020 It's not too early for renovation competition superfans to set their DVRs because HGTV has announced the cavalry of design and renovation experts who will scrutinize finished spaces in the second season of Rock the Block, premiering March 2021. The rotating judges panel will include house-flipping phenom Tarek El Moussa and his real estate agent fianc e, Heather Rae Young, who together will decide which competitive duo creates the ideal kitchen for a potential buyer. Real estate broker extraordinaire Page Turner will judge the living room and foyer transformations. Powerhouse real estate broker Egypt Sherrod and her husband, builder Mike Jackson, will deliberate the main bedroom suite. Designer and restoration specialist Tamara Day will take on the basement renovations, and two fresh faces, interior designer Carmine Sabatella and landscape designer Mike Pyle, stars of the upcoming HGTV series Inside Out, will evaluate the outdoor spaces. The competition culminates with Ken and Anita Corsini as they join incumbent Rock the Block champion, Jasmine Roth, for a final home walk-through before announcing the winning team. Every competitor in Rock the Block is in it to win it, said Betsy Ayala, senior vice president, programming and development, HGTV. And, of course, the judges know well what's at stake when reputations and bragging rights are on the line. No matter what happens in this fierce competition, the audience wins because they get to see the best experts in the home renovation business reimagine and transform perfectly fine spaces into showstoppers. Season two of Rock the Block, hosted by highly skilled carpenter, craftsman and designer, Ty Pennington, will feature double the star power with eight of the network's brightest home renovation and design experts pairing up to completely transform identical three-story suburban properties in just one month. Rounding out the 2021 Rock the Block partner teams are: home renovator and contractor Mike Holmes (Holmes On Homes) and Chicago's fearless home reno and design expert Alison Victoria (Windy City Rehab); designing dads Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent (Nate and Jeremiah: Save My House); HGTV's first Design Star winner David Bromstad (My Lottery Dream Home) with the eighth Design Star winner Tiffany Brooks (50K Three Ways); and the couple who can build and design an entire home in 100 days, Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt (100 Day Dream Home.) With a $225,000 budget and a whole lot of teamwork, the dueling duos hope to win major bragging rights and their names on a street sign. Fans can access fun content from the first season of Rock the Block on HGTV.com/RocktheBlock including before and after photos and videos, as well as find loads of behind-the-scenes extras. Viewers also can interact via social media using #RocktheBlock and will be able to follow along on the @HGTV stars' reno journeys on Instagram at @make_it_right, @thealisonvictoria, @nateberkus, @jeremiahbrent, @tiffanybrooksinteriors, @bromco, @mikamakesmoves, and @mrbreakinground. THe Futon Critic posted 10/30/2020 Bradley Walsh Is Down to Blank Doctor Who Actor to Host Christmas Edition of Match Game Adaptation From British Comedy Guide Bradley Walsh is to host a revival of comic game show Blankety Blank, with a festive episode set to be filmed soon. The Christmas special, which is believed to be for BBC One, will form part of the channel's December line-up. Blankety Blank, which revolves around missing words, launched in 1979 with Terry Wogan based on the Match Game format hosted by Gene Rayburn, Ross Shafer, Michael Burger, and, most recently, Alec Baldwin. Les Dawson took over in 1984, helming the show until 1990. The format was revived in 1997 with Paul O'Grady (as Lily Savage). It switched to ITV in 2001, finishing in 2002. However, in 2016 ITV commissioned a one-off Christmas special with David Walliams hosting. Talking about the new version, producers say: The iconic gameshow Blankety Blank is back for a very festive special! You are invited to join Bradley Walsh as he hosts as a panel of celebrities try to win prizes for some lucky contestants. British Comedy Guide posted 10/30/2020 WikibioUS LEANZA CORNETT: 1971-2020 Former Miss America Hosted Who Wants to Marry a Multi-Millionaire From Deadline Leanza Cornett, the American TV personality and former Miss America winner, has died at the age of 49 after suffering a head injury earlier this month. The Miss America Organization and her former husband Mark Steines both confirmed the death in separate social media posts. Reports said she suffered the head injury on October 12 and had been in hospital in Jacksonville since. Cornett won the Miss America pageant in 1993 after winning the Florida title the year before. She was the first beauty queen in the role to adopt AIDS awareness and prevention as her platform for her year of service. Her varied acting roles included hosting television shows such as Entertainment Tonight and Who Wants to Marry a Multi-Millionaire?, while she appeared in episodes of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation and Weeds. She also served as a reporter for Animal Planet's coverage of the Eukanuba AKC National Dog Show programs and hosted On The Block on DIY Network. On stage, her credits included Barefoot In The Park, Godspell, and The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas, while she also had been the first actress to play a live-action version of Ariel, the title character from The Little Mermaid, at Walt Disney World Resort in 1991. Cornett and Steines were divorced in 2013 after 17 years of marriage, they had two sons, Kai Harper and Avery James. Deadline CBS News The Wrap posted 10/29/2020 CBS has renewed the summer reality hit BIG BROTHER for its 23rd season to be broadcast in summer 2021. Julie Chen Moonves will return as host. But first, BIG BROTHER: ALL STARS' two-hour live season finale event airs tonight (9:00-11:00 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network. Since its premiere on CBS in the summer of 2000, BIG BROTHER continues to be one of television's top-rated summer series in young demographics. Summer-to-date, the Wednesday and Thursday episodes are tops in key demos among all broadcasts. On digital platforms, the BIG BROTHER Live Feeds are up double-digit percentage points over last season in both total streams and time spent. Across social, season-to-date, BIG BROTHER: ALL STARS is experiencing a +75% increase in linear social interactions compared to last season (episode 1 through episode 36) (according to Nielsen Social). At BIG BROTHER, we always say 'expect the unexpected,' but 2020 gave us our biggest challenge to date! We could not be prouder of the entire team who delivered a fantastic season under such extreme circumstances, said Mitch Graham, Senior Vice President, Alternative Programming, CBS Entertainment. It feels fitting for this unprecedented season to conclude with an announcement of the show's return next summer. FOX (4.791 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.3, #1) was still the network to beat with the post-World Series return of The Masked Singer (5.885 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.6, #1) and I Can See Your Voice (3.698 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 1.0, #T2). CBS (3.857 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.9, #2) was the number two draw with the relocated The Amazing Race 32 (4.026 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T4) and the two-hour season finale of Big Brother 22 (3.773 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 1.0, #T2). Next up was ABC (3.197 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.6, #3) and its lineup of The Goldbergs (3.665 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T4), the season premiere of American Housewife (3.386 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T7), The Conners (4.178 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T4), Black-ish (2.929 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T7) and The Con (2.512 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.4, #11). Meanwhile, NBC (3.118 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.5, #4) offered up the season finale of The Wall (3.677 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T7) alongside the penultimate week of American Ninja Warrior (2.838 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.5, #10). And finally, The CW (0.667 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.1, #5) wrapped the night with Devils (0.509 million viewers, #13; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T12) and Coroner (0.825 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T12). On cable WEdnesday... - Guy's Grocery Games Delivery (Food): 875k/0.25 THe FUton Critic TV Line Deadline Deadline THe FUton Critic Showbuzz Daily posted 10/29/2020 MasterChef is back in production on Season 11. Filming on the popular Fox food competition series resumed in Los Angeles on Monday, October 26, following a seven-month COVID-19-related shutdown. MasterChef had shot 10 of its 18 Season 11 episodes when production came to a halt in mid-March due to the corovavirus pandemic. The show, which is produced by Endemol Shine North America and One Potato Two Potato, is following guidelines set by local and state officials, as well as the CDC, in its return to production. The safety of the entire cast and crew has and is the number one priority, producers said in a statement. Given the COVID-19 restrictions placed on production, we are creating new and innovative ways to produce the series, while honoring its creative spirit. The behind-the-scenes culinary team, which has always followed all health department guidelines, is now taking additional precautions including wearing gloves, masks and face shields/goggles. While the pressures associated with the pandemic are immense, we are choosing to embrace these challenges as we start production, the statement said. Deadline posted 10/29/2020 Millionaire Drops on Consoles New Edition Available for the Majors in Europe; US Gets It November From Gamasutra Based on the world-famous TV show, the game Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? is now available in Europe on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. It will release on November 17th, 2020 in North America. Put your knowledge and your mind to the test by sitting comfortably in the contestant's chair from the famous TV set! The game features 6 iconic TV sets, as seen in the British, American, French, Spanish, Italian and German version of the show. An adapted translation is available for each of these countries as well as exclusive questions per territory: enough to dive into the show as if you were there in person! Will you be capable of winning the million-dollar question? In order to achieve that, you'll have to reach the top of the well-known and intimidating moneytree by answering without fail! a series of 15 increasingly harder questions. Your general knowledge will be put to the test with more than 3,000 questions including 2,000+ being territory exclusives split into 8 diverse categories such as History, Sport, Science, Art Literature You can also choose to play without certain categories in order to focus on your preferred topics. You'll even unlock more questions as you play! Of course, the game features the famous lifelines such as Phone a Friend, 50-50, Switch the Question and more to help you in your quest!. Gamesutra THe Xbox Hub posted 10/29/2020 Michelle Money thinks The Bachelorette editing Clare to be the bad guy (Reality TV World) Taskmaster, House of Games head to tabletop (SeenIT) EPIC MOMENT OF AWESOME: child dresses as Alex Trebek for Halloween, gets a response from the man himself. (Deseret News) YOU CAN'T MAKE THIS $#*! UP!: Wheel winner gets $21,500... and here comes everyone wanting their cut (CBC) A FEW GOOD MINUTES with Elizabeth Banks (MyCentralOregon) With unbridled enthusiasm and unchecked affection, contestants have always been the stars of The Price is Right. More than 2 million exuberant fans have taken part in the show. But those fans will be mostly missing when the show returns with new episodes this week, after going on hiatus in March due to the pandemic. For the first time, The Price is Right will be without an audience. And that's not the only big change. Host Drew Carey is debuting a new look, sporting a beard. To be honest, a lot of this stuff about COVID, if you haven't been sick, it's kind of been a little bit of a blessing in disguise to be shut down so much, Carey told CBS This Morning: Saturday co-host Dana Jacobson. Because I had a lot of time for introspection. A lot of spiritual growth this summer. Part of me wanted to reflect it with a different look. So let me just grow a beard and see what it looks like. And then I liked it when it came out and I kept it. Restarting production took months of planning. The set was reconfigured to add social distance, crew members wearing masks work in zones. Safety protocols include cleaning and testing. But executive producer and showrunner Evelyn Warfel, says one thing was not-negotiable. If you don't hear George [Gray, the show's announcer] say 'Come on down!' at the top of the show, it's not 'The Price Is Right,' Warfel said. So I think for us the biggest challenge was how are we going to do a 'Come On Down' without an audience. And we struggled with that. You have the signature line. There still is the 'Come On Down,' Jacobson said to Carey. Yeah, yeah. I haven't been backstage to look but I've been told about it, Carey said. They unhook their ears and they hold their mask over their face. And if they hear their name, they throw the mask down and run out. So they're just as surprised. . FOX (10.255 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 2.7, #1) took home top honors on Tuesday with its concluding coverage of the World Series, Game 6 (10.255 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 2.7, #1). NBC (7.191 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.2, #2) scored the silver with a new The Voice (7.440 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 1.0, #5) followed by the return of This Is Us (7.449 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.4, #2) and a second This Is Us (6.685 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 1.3, #3). Next up was ABC (3.397 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 1.0, #3) with a new The Bachelorette (4.345 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 1.2, #4) alongside repeats of The Conners (1.802 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.5, #8) and Black-ish (1.201 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T9). Meanwhile, CBS (3.801 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.5, #4) offered up its special trio of The Price Is Right at Night (4.928 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.7, #6), Let's Make a Deal Primetime (3.952 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.6, #7) and The FBI Declassified (2.522 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T9). And finally, The CW (0.699 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.1, #5) closed out the night with Swamp Thing (0.916 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.2, #11) and Tell Me a Story (0.482 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.1, #12). On cable... - Chopped (Food): 798k/0.19 - The Misery Index (TBS): 490k/0.15 CBS News Yahoo! Yahoo! Z100 WHTZ New York International Business Times THe FUton Critic Showbuzz Daily posted 10/28/2020 It's About to Go Down... Report: Changing f the Bachelorette Guard Next Week From the WRap ABC dropped a promo for next week's episode of The Bachelorette Season 16 after Tuesday's installment, promising Bachelor Nation will finally get answers about the rumored exit of Clare Crawley and entrance of Tayshia Adams, which would mark the first time in franchise history that a leading lady was replaced in the middle of a season. In the clip, which you can view below, host Chris Harrison says to a crying Crawley, The path we're on right now, it doesn't end well, for anybody. She responds that she's waited so long for this and he says, OK, you've just blown up 'The Bachelorette.' The video then cuts to the men freaking out about Clare is gone and they don't know what's going on and begin taking it out on each other. I'll apologize if I wasted your time. I'll apologize if I hurt you, Clare says, standing before her suitors as they question why they are there. The Wrap Reality TV World posted 10/28/2020 TruTV has ordered 10 episodes of Fast Foodies, a cooking competition series with Top Chef winners Kristen Kish and Jeremy Ford and Iron Chef winner Justin Sutherland who attempt to recreate a celebrity guest's favorite fast food item. Celebrity guests including Joel McHale, James Van Der Beek, Andy Richter and Amanda Seales challenge the chefs with double burgers, Hawaiian pizza, sausage muffins and other fast food favorites, all to win the Chompionship Trophy. Also guesting will be Ron Funches, Charlotte McKinney, Kevin Heffernan Steve Lemme, Fortune Feimster, GaTa and Bobby Lee. This show is equal parts food, comedy and raucous debauchery, said Corie Henson, executive vice president, head of unscripted programming for TBS, TNT, and truTV. The stakes have never been lower, but it's a blast to spend the night with Kristen, Jeremy and Justin, and you'll never look at your favorite fast food the same way again after seeing the works of art these three culinary geniuses are creating every week. Executive producer Michael Rucker called the series a cooking show where the food is relatable and inspirational while also being hilarious and not full of itself. Fast Foodies is produced by Shed Media, with Dan Peirson and Lisa Shannon serving as executive producers, along with Michael Rucker and Julie Golden. Rucker also serves as showrunner. Deadline posted 10/28/2020 Shrugging off a bevy of large-market preemptions that stymied much of daytime, popular sophomore Kelly Clarkson was the only talk show in the plus column for the session ending Oct. 18, surging 13% from the week before to a 0.9 live-plus-same-day national Nielsen rating. In prime access time periods, Family Feud added 4% to a 5.5 to lead the game shows and all of syndication. Jeopardy recovered 9% to a 5.0, and Wheel of Fortune accelerated 7% to a 4.8. In the household rating rankings that follow, % change is from the previous week; * indicates a new season-high rating; ** indicates a new season low; NC indicates no change from the previous week; NA mean not applicable. GAME SHOWS - Family Feud (Debmar-Mercury/FMNA) 5.5 +4% Jeopardy (CTD) 5.0 +9% Wheel of Fortune (CTD) 4.8 +7% - 25 Words or Less (Fox) 0.8 NC - Funny You Should Ask(Entertainment Studios) 0.5 +20% TV Newscheck NextTV The Wrap posted 10/27/2020 NBC (6.140 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 0.9, #T1) was still the most-watched network on Monday thanks to The Voice (7.348 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.0, #T1) and Weakest Link (3.725 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T4). ABC (5.264 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.9, #T1) shared in the demo honrs with fresh installments of Dancing with the Stars (6.080 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.0, #T1) and Emergency Call (3.631 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T4). Next up was CBS (1.852 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.4, #3) with a new Big Brother 22 (3.761 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 1.0, #T1) alongside the special Essential Heroes: A Momento Latino Event (0.819 million viewers, #13; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T8), One Day at a Time (0.967 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T8) and another One Day at a Time (0.984 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T8). Meanwhile, FOX (1.527 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.3, #4) served up originals from LA's Finest (1.673 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.4, #6) and Filthy Rich (1.381 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.3, #7). And finally, The CW (0.937 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.2, #5) closed out the night with Whose Line Is It Anyway? (1.110 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T8), a repeat Whose Line Is It Anyway? (0.960 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T8) and Penn Teller: Fool Us (0.838 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T8). On Monday cable.... - Halloween Baking Championship (SF/Food): 1.307m/0.30 The Futon Critic SHowbuzz Daily Deadline posted 10/27/2020 WEEKEND: ... Okay, So That Happened. Drivers of Sunday Traffic: Baseball, Football, 60 Minutes From the Futon Critic NBC (10.436 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 3.1, #1) held off the competition on Sunday with its mix of Football Night in America #1 (5.494 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 1.4, #8), Football Night in America #2 (7.683 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 2.2, #5), Football Night in America #3 (10.248 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 3.0, #3) and Sunday Night Football (12.012 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 3.6, #T1). FOX (7.159 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 1.8, #2) took home the silver with its telecast of the World Series, Game 5 Pre-Game (6.400 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 1.8, #6) and the primetime portion of World Series, Game 5 (7.411 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 1.7, #7). Next up was CBS (7.876 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.4, #3) and its lineup of NFL Overrun (16.726 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 3.6, #T1), 60 Minutes (15.629 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 2.4, #4), a repeat The Neighborhood (7.362 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 1.1, #9) and the feature Scream (1.916 million viewers, #14; adults 18-49: 0.4, #13). Meanwhile, ABC (3.474 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.6, #4) offered up its quartet of America's Funniest Home Videos (4.665 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.7, #11), Supermarket Sweep (3.553 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.8, #10), Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (3.438 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.5, #12) and Card Sharks (2.241 million viewers, #13; adults 18-49: 0.3, #14). And finally, a new Pandora (0.344 million viewers, #17; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T15) and repeats of Whose Line Is It Anyway? (0.446 million viewers, #16; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T15) and another Whose Line Is It Anyway? (0.577 million viewers, #15; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T15) on The CW (0.428 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.1, #5) closed out the night. FOX (5.848 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.3, #1) was still the network to beat on Friday with its telecast of the World Series, Game 3 (5.848 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.3, #1). ABC (3.180 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T2) took home the silver with its duo of Shark Tank (3.755 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.5, #T2) and 20/20 (2.893 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T4). Next up was CBS (2.630 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T2) with a special Big Brother 22 (2.995 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.5, #T2), a new Undercover Boss (2.208 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T6) and a repeat Blue Bloods (2.686 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.2, #8). Meanwhile, NBC (1.953 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.3, #4) offered up an encore of American Ninja Warrior (1.635 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T6) plus Dateline NBC (2.589 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T4). And finally, Masters of Illusion (0.704 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T9), a repeat Masters of Illusion (0.590 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T9), World's Funniest Animals (0.703 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T9) and a repeat World's Funniest Animals (0.738 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T9) on The CW (0.684 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.1, #5) rounded out the night. On Saturday cable.... - Nickelodeon's Unfiltered (Nick): 488k/0.14 The Futon Critic The Futon Critic SHowbuzz Daily SHowbuzz Daily posted 10/27/2020 VIDEO WALL: LMAD begins its primetime show with a bang (Us Weekly) Blake Shelton FINALLY puts a ring on Gwen Stefani (Reality TV World), Miranda Lambert unavailable for comment (Talent Recap) Kaitlyn Bristowe crushed by Carrie Ann Inaba's critiques. (The Wrap) Tyra Banks has something for her haters... (Extra) Pat Sajak just wants to be the Sexiest Man Alive (Yahoo!) A FEW GOOD MINUTES with Ken JEnnings (Cheddar) posted 10/27/2020 Buddy Valastro to Return to Discovery Networks Catch Buddy vs. Christmas , Which Was Filmed Before His Accident From The Futon Critic Buddy Valastro embarks on an extraordinary new Christmas-themed competition on Food Network as he goes head-to-head with the greatest non-cake artists on Buddy vs. Christmas, premiering on Sunday, November 22nd at 10pm ET/PT. It's bakers vs. makers as their skills are tested in each of the four episodes, as Buddy and his team of bakers goes up against an award-winning scenic designer, a glassblower, an animatronics expert, and a Lego builder. With only 24 hours to capture the spirit of the holidays with their creations, the one that rises to the top with their elaborate design will be crowned winner. From life-size gingerbread houses and snow globes, to incredible toys including drivable sleigh cakes and action figures, and to Santa's workshop complete with talking reindeer, each creation brings holiday enchantment to life! As the Cake Boss, Buddy has mastered the creation of gigantic, life-sized, and incredibly realistic cakes. Now, viewers will be captivated as he takes on his most difficult challenge yet by competing against master builders and expert crafters - it's cake creations vs. real build designs on Buddy vs. Christmas, said Courtney White, President, Food Network. Audiences will be stunned by the remarkable Christmas designs in each episode, with all their spectacular details and special effects, making each one more impressive than the last. The cake designs on Buddy vs. Christmas were some of the last cake's Buddy constructed, as the series was filmed prior to a recent accident at his home, where his right hand was impaled, and he was rushed into emergency surgery. TLC's two-hour special following Buddy's road to recovery premiering on Wednesday, December 23rd at 9pm ET/PT, follows the dramatic events as they transpired in real time with footage captured immediately after the incident. It's a long, emotional journey, from Buddy's multiple surgeries, to his family anxiously waiting at the hospital, to grueling physical therapy, and to his first days back at the job. As business deadlines loom, commitments for over-the-top cakes stack up, and the holiday season around the corner, the stakes couldn't be higher. But above all, Buddy faces the ultimate question: Can you still be the Cake Boss if you can't make cakes? Buddy is like family to all of us at TLC, so we are thrilled and relieved for him that he is on the road to recovery following his accident, said Howard Lee, President and General Manager, TLC. Knowing Buddy's determination and spirit, it's no surprise that he would give it his all in the hopes of returning back to normal. We are proud to document his journey as part of this special. The Futon Critic posted 10/26/2020 Chasers to Be Beat Down Under Beat the Chasers Australia Begins November 1 on 7 From TV Blackbox The greatest quiz brains will take on Australia's most formidable brainiacs all at once! To be hosted by Andrew O'Keefe, Beat The Chasers is hoping to build on the dominance of evening gameshow, The Chase. Uniting their quiz superpowers THE SHARK, THE SUPERNERD, THE TIGER MUM and GOLIATH should be unbeatable. But can they defeat the best of Australia's esteemed quiz royalty? The contestants will face former champions from popular game shows including; The Chase Australia Winner, a Who wants to be a Millionaire Champion, a Sale of the Century World Record Winner, and a Temptation Winner. Beat The Chasers was a huge hit when it aired on the UK's largest commercial broadcaster ITV. Angus Ross, Seven's Network Programming Director, said: The Chase has proven unbeatable at 5.00pm, so we can't wait to supersize it with Beat The Chasers. The prize money is bigger than ever before in each round, and it builds to a thrilling, high-stakes finale. We're excited to see some of the country's best brains test themselves against a formidable line-up of Chasers, with all the fun, tension and play-along we love but dialled up to eleven. BEAT THE CHASERS premieres this Sunday November 1 at 7pm on Channel 7 TV Blackbox Daily Mail posted 10/26/2020 It's mini-golf, but not as you know it! Teeing off early in 2021, mini-golf lovers from around Australia will compete head-to-head on an unparalleled, larger-than-life obstacle mini-golf course (aka a mini golfer's wonderland). They'll face out- of-this-world make or break putts, insane physical challenges and unimaginable distractions while they attempt to complete the course to reach the daunting final hole. Seven has indicated Holey Moley will premiere early in 2021 with the network's director of programming, Angus Ross recently telling TV Blackbox; It feels like its the right sort of counter-programming against MAFS, and I'm guessing The Amazing Race on 10, really, really family-friendly, big-scale entertainment. Seven's Director of Production, Andrew Backwell adding the network is unashamedly targeting kids with the new format; Kids are not watching Married At First Sight, well they shouldn't be. If you can get kids, you get family viewing and suddenly you have that broad family audience. I personally think it's (Holey Moley) a really good alternative. Aussie golfing legend Greg Norman will serve as the Resident Golf Pro of the epic Holey Moley course with American actor/comedian Rob Riggle (Saturday Night Live, The Hangover, Step Brothers, The Other Guy) sharing commentating honours with 7NEWS sports anchor Matt Shirvington. In between ducking golf balls, host Sonia Kruger will attempt to keep everyone on course. Who will take home the $100,000, and the coveted Holey Moley plaid jacket? Holey Moley is expected to premiere early February on Seven. TV Blackbox posted 10/26/2020 Cheryl Burke wangs her head in practice, to dance tonight (Deadline) RuPaul lands Cosmo, Christmas (Out) YOU CAN'T MAKE THIS $#*! UP! You ever wonder how Xbox fans get from online quiz to OMG 1 VS 100 REBOOT ? Here's the science. (Metro) VIDEO WALL: It wouldn't be a proper Family Fortunes without a WHAT KIND OF EFFERY IS THIS? moment. Well, here you go, Gino. Welcome to the family. (Birmingham Mail) Jamie Foxx loses his sister (Yahoo!) A FEW GOOD MINUTES with a woman who says she's The Body (Extra.ie) posted 10/26/2020 A day after Jeffrey Katzenberg and Meg Whitman announced their clear-eyed decision to shutter the six-month-old star-studded mobile subscription-video platform, Quibi has declared that December 1 will be its last day of service. Quibi has made the difficult decision to wind down, said a self-described end of service announcement today on the FAQ section of the platform. We anticipate that the service will end streaming on or about December 1, 2020. We appreciate the support we have received from our customers and want to thank you for giving us an opportunity to entertain you. If you have any questions or need assistance in any way, please contact us at help@quibi.com. The decision comes after months of struggles for the platform, including download viewership numbers that were lower than expected. The service was also facing a lawsuit from media company Eko, which claimed Quibi was violating patents. Katzenberg and Quibi CEO Meg Whitman posted an open letter confirming that we are winding down the business and looking to sell its content and technology assets and explaining that the streamer ultimately failed either because the idea itself wasn't strong enough to justify a standalone streaming service or because of our timing. Quibi short for quick bites debuted in April and offered original programming in the form of five-to-10-minute chapters. Free 90-day trials were offered for a limited time at launch, while monthly subscriptions cost $4.99 (with ads) and $7.99 (without ads). One of Quibi's immediate obstacles, though, was the coronavirus pandemic, which kept millions of viewers home from their daily commutes, thus reducing the amount of time spent watching TV on their mobile devices. Quibi eventually allowed users to watch content on their TVs via Chromecast and Apple TV. There's currently no word on what will become of Quibi's original series. Several projects including the Liam Hemsworth drama Most Dangerous Game and a revival of Reno 911! already had been renewed, but it's unclear if any projects will move to another platform, or perhaps get turned into full-length series at another streamer. TV Line DEadline THe Wrap CNet Deadline THe Wrap THe Wrap Barrons Deadline THe Wrap posted 10/23/2020 FOX (7.006 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 2.1, #1) led the demo race on Thursday with telecasts of Thursday Night Football Pre-Game (7.351 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 2.1, #T1) and Thursday Night Football (6.937 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 2.1, #T1). ABC (7.612 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.6, #T2) then was the most-watched network with its duo of Trump vs Biden: The Final Presidential Debate - A Special Edition of 20/20 (5.180 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.8, #T7) and The Final Presidential Debate - Your Voice Your Vote 2020 (8.827 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.9, #T3). Next up was NBC (6.773 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 1.6, #T2) with its own Decision 2020: Pre-Debate Special (4.219 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.8, #T7) and NBC News: Presidential Debate #2 (8.050 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.9, #T3). Meanwhile, CBS (4.472 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 1.0, #4) served up Big Brother 22 (4.340 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 1.0, #T5) alongside CBS News: The Second Presidential Debate (4.538 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 1.0, #T5). And finally, originals from Supernatural (0.925 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.3, #9) and The Outpost (0.464 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.1, #10) rounded out the night on The CW (0.694 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.2, #5). The Futon Critic SHowbuzz Daily posted 10/23/2020 FOX (7.221 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.8, #1) remained on top on Wednesday with its coverage of the World Series, Game 2 (7.221 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.8, #1). ABC (3.550 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.7, #2) was the silver draw thanks to the return of The Goldbergs (4.363 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.8, #T4), another The Goldbergs (3.770 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.8, #T4), The Conners (4.763 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.9, #T2) and Black-ish (3.039 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T6) plus a new The Con (2.681 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.5, #9). Next up was CBS (3.030 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.6, #3) with fresh installments of Big Brother 22 (4.127 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.9, #T2) adn The Amazing Race 32 (3.229 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T6) alongside a repeat SWAT (1.735 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.3, #11). Meanwhile, NBC (2.843 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.5, #4) offered up the relocated The Wall (3.520 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T6) and American Ninja Warrior (2.505 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.4, #10). And finally, The CW (0.732 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.1, #5) wrapped the night with its duo of Devils (0.699 million viewers, #13; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T12) and Coroner (0.765 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T12). On cable Wednesday... - Guy's Grocery Games Delivery (Food): 944k/0.20 850k/0.26 The Futon Critic SHowbuzz Daily posted 10/22/2020 WarnerMedia is shooting a new game show The Cube in Atlanta hosted by NBA Legend Dwyane Wade. The press release did not identify where the game show will actually land, though it could potentially air on HBO Max, TNT, truTV and/or TBS, reports AJC writer Rodney Ho. The original British version featured individuals. This revamp will highlight pairs of contestants who must demonstrate skill, nerve and determination inside a glass box ( The Cube ) as they attempt seemingly simple physical tasks. Many of the challenges in Britain featured balls. Working against the clock, each pair has nine lives to complete seven games, each worth an increasing amount of money, as they move closer to the jackpot. The ten-episode, 60-minute series is slated to premiere next year. The updated series will introduce a helping-hand component, a call-to-action for Wade to enter The Cube and compete on behalf of the contestant. Atlanta Journal Constitution Newsbreak posted 10/22/2020 VH1 today announced reunion specials of its hit series I Love New York airing on Monday, November 23rd at 8:00pm ET/PT, followed by Hollywood Exes on Tuesday, November 24th at 8:00 pm ET/PT. Reality TV queen Tiffany New York Pollard is returning to the small screen to look back on her wild journey finding love on the iconic reality hit I Love New York. In this one-hour special of I Love New York: Reunited, Pollard and some of her most memorable flings will revisit the show's greatest moments, break down the biggest heartbreaks, and dive into how the cast members' lives have evolved through the years. As part of VH1's Throwback Thanksgiving marathon, fans can catch up on previous seasons of I Love New York and Hollywood Exes leading up to premiere, starting Monday, November 23rd at 9:00am ET/PT. The Futon Critic posted 10/22/2020 Tyra Banks blasts claims that Real Housewives were banned from Dancing with the Stars (The Wrap) Speaking of Dancing , Sean Spicer hasn't learned his lesson about pushing send on Twitter (The Wrap) The Chase Celebrity gets hammered by Ofcom complaints (MSN) Michael Strahan's rocky road from football to GMA, Pyramid (Metro) posted 10/22/2020 FOX (7.223 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.8, #1) pulled in front on Tuesday thanks to its coverage of the World Series, Game 1 (7.223 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.8, #1). NBC (6.404 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.9, #T2) was the silver draw with night two of The Voice (7.454 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.0, #3) and a new Transplant (4.304 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.6, #4). Next up was ABC (3.323 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.9, #T2) with a new The Bachelorette (4.091 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 1.1, #2) alongside an encore of Supermarket Sweep (1.788 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T5). Meanwhile, CBS (3.558 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.4, #4) offered up repeats of NCIS (4.358 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T5) and FBI (3.456 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T5) plus a new The FBI Declassified (2.859 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.4, #T5). And finally, The CW (0.551 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.1, #5) closed out the night with Swamp Thing (0.723 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T9) and Tell Me a Story (0.379 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.1, #T9). On cable Monday... - Chopped (Food): 944k/0.20 - The Misery Index (TBS): 653k/0.22 The Futon Critic SHowbuzz Daily posted 10/21/2020 CBS/Fremantle Back to the Marketplace Let's Make a Deal Begins Production; Nighttime Specials Coming From the Futon Critic CBS' top-rated daytime game shows, THE PRICE IS RIGHT hosted by Drew Carey and LET'S MAKE A DEAL hosted by Wayne Brady, will each have three new themed primetime specials to be broadcast in October, November and December 2020. THE PRICE IS RIGHT primetime specials will air on Tuesday, Oct. 27 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT), Monday, Nov. 2 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) and another date to be announced. LET'S MAKE A DEAL makes its primetime debut Tuesday, Oct. 27 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT), followed by an episode on Monday, Dec. 21 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) and the third special to be announced at a later date. In addition to both shows revealing newly redesigned, socially distanced sets, LET'S MAKE A DEAL will feature a virtual wall with contestants from across the country and prizing that's bigger than anything the show has seen in its 57-year run. Also, traders will have a shot at winning $100K hidden in golden envelopes throughout each special. On Tuesday, Oct. 27, THE PRICE IS RIGHT AT NIGHT (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) and LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) air back to back, as they both salute front-line and essential workers by welcoming them to play on the iconic game shows. THE PRICE IS RIGHT host Drew Carey thanks the front-line workers for their dedicated service to communities while contestants have the opportunity to play favorite games, including Cliff Hangers, and win amazing prizes, such as luxury cars, a travel trailer and cash. On LET'S MAKE A DEAL, host Wayne Brady will perform an opening number, and the contestants will be comprised of essential workers. Traders will play Smash for Cash and Car Pong, and have a chance to win luxury cars, a recreational vehicle and up to $100K. THE PRICE IS RIGHT AT NIGHT welcomes the cast of the hit CBS comedy THE NEIGHBORHOOD to come on down on Monday, Nov. 2 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT). For the first time ever, stars play all six games as individual contestants when Cedric the Entertainer, Max Greenfield, Beth Behrs, Tichina Arnold, Sheaun McKinney, Marcel Spears and Hank Greenspan test their knowledge of prices for The Boys and Girls Club of America. In addition, fans at home will have the chance to win fabulous prizes, including a showcase, by entering at www.priceisright.com. Additional details for the final THE PRICE IS RIGHT AT NIGHT special of 2020 will be announced at a later date. On Monday, Dec. 21, LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) will be decked out for the holiday with Christmas decorations, and festively themed games and deals. On the third primetime episode, special guest Phil Keoghan, host of CBS' THE AMAZING RACE and TOUGH AS NAILS, joins LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME to present one lucky trader with an outdoor adventure-themed trip of a lifetime. The airdate for this episode will be announced at a later date. In daytime, THE PRICE IS RIGHT and LET'S MAKE A DEAL premiere their 49th and 12th daytime seasons, respectively, on Monday, Nov. 16. The Futon Critic TV Line Deadline Niagara Frontier Publications posted 10/20/2020 Bravo expands the James Beard and Emmy Award-Winning franchise with the greenlight of Top Chef Amateurs. Hosted by Gail Simmons and produced by Magical Elves, Bravo's newest culinary competition series gives talented home cooks the opportunity of lifetime to test their skills in the illustrious Top Chef kitchen. Each amateur chef will compete in some of the most iconic challenges from the Top Chef archives. Unpacking their knives to step in alongside Simmons are Top Chef finalists, frontrunners and fan favorites Eric Adjepong, Richard Blais, Jennifer Carroll, Shirley Chung, Stephanie Cmar, Tiffany Derry, Joe Flamm, Gregory Gourdet, Melissa King, Kwame Onwuachi, Dale Talde and Isaac Toups. From Tuesday, October 20 - Friday, October 23, Bravo is calling on dedicated fans to cast their vote via Twitter @BravoTopChef to help choose between two iconic Top Chef challenges from seasons past to be featured on Top Chef Amateurs. The challenges in contention are the classic Seven Deadly Sins Challenge where the chefs prepare a stunning seven-course meal reflecting the order of the seven deadly sins, and the memorable Aphrodisiac Challenge where our chefs will create tempting menus out of indulgent ingredients considered to be aphrodisiacs. Fans can vote for their favorite challenge by using the hashtag #TopChefSeven or #TopChefAphrodisiac. The winning challenge will be announced on October 26. Top Chef Amateurs is produced by the Emmy Award-winning production company Magical Elves with Casey Kriley, Jo Sharon, Doneen Arquines, Hillary Olsen, Zoe Jackson and Gayle Gawlowski serving as executive producers. The Futon Critic The Wrap posted 10/20/2020 NBC (6.743 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.0, #1) was the network to beat on Monday thanks to the return of The Voice (7.961 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.2, #2) and the relocated Weakest Link (4.308 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.8, #5). ABC (5.081 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.8, #2) had to settle for second with fresh installments from Dancing with the Stars (6.101 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.0, #3) and Emergency Call (3.041 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.5, #T6). Next up was FOX (2.565 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.6, #3) with its NFL Overrun (4.399 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 1.3, #1) followed by LA's Finest (2.025 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.5, #T6) and Filthy Rich (2.188 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.4, #8). Meanwhile, CBS (2.107 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.4, #4) offered up Big Brother 22 (3.665 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.9, #4) alongside One Day at a Time (1.333 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T9), another One Day at a Time (1.149 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T9) and the Saturday-bound Manhunt: Deadly Games (1.415 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T9). And finally, The CW (0.839 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.2, #5) rounded out the evening with Whose Line Is It Anyway? (0.882 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.1, #14), a repeat Whose Line Is It Anyway? (0.801 million viewers, #14; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T9) and Penn Teller: Fool Us (0.836 million viewers, #13; adults 18-49: 0.2, #T9). On cable Monday... - Halloween Baking Championship (Food): 1.130m/0.25 - The Big Bake (Food): 642k/0.15. The Futon Critic SHowbuzz Daily posted 10/20/2020 In the week ended Oct. 11, which continued to be marked by preemptions, CBS Television Distribution's rookie talker Drew Barrymore was one of the few shows to see improvement, climbing 20% to a 0.6 live plus same day household ratings average, according to Nielsen Media Research, in its fourth week on the air. Debmar-Mercury's Family Feud recovered 4% to a 5.3 for second place overall and first in syndication in the key demo. CTD's Jeopardy! slipped 4% to a third-place 4.6 and CTD's Wheel of Fortune faded 10% to a 4.5. Fox's 25 Words or Less and Entertainment Studios' Funny You Should Ask stayed put at a 0.8 and 0.4, respectively. In the household rating rankings that follow, % change is from the previous week; * indicates a new season-high rating; ** indicates a new season low; NC indicates no change from the previous week; NA mean not applicable. GAME SHOWS - Family Feud (Debmar-Mercury/FMNA) 5.3 +4% Jeopardy (CTD) 4.7 -4% Wheel of Fortune (CTD) 4.6 -10% - 25 Words or Less (Fox) 0.8 NC - Funny You Should Ask(Entertainment Studios) 0.4 NC TV Newscheck NextTV The Wrap posted 10/20/2020 BBC1 has commissioned a primetime guessing game entertainment format created by Richard Bacon and Nick Weidenfeld. Produced by Tim Hincks and Peter Fincham's London-based Expectation, This is MY House sees four people walk into a home and try to convince a panel of celebrity judges that the home is theirs. Only one of the people is telling the truth and it is up to the judges to decide who is the honest homeowner and who are the imposters. TV personality and journalist Stacey Dooley will host the 6 60' series, which will debut on BBC1 in 2021. Bacon said: This Is MY House is a gameshow with only one contestant the homeowner. To win all they have to do is prove 'This is MY House' but it's not that simple. Three actors will turn up, steal the contestant's name and claim that the house and everything in it belongs to them. They all have competing stories. Our judges have one job to uncover the truth. It couldn't be easier. Right? C21 Media Telly Mix Metro posted 10/20/2020 ABC/Fremantle WEEKEND: You Hear the Beep? Supermarket Sweep Premieres Sunday From Entertainment Weekly There was a time in 2020 when grocery stores temporarily closed, and when they reopened, masked customers waited in long lines separated by six feet some waiting hours to finally get in. Once inside, many shelves were (and still are in some places) bare, especially those aisles with paper towels, toilet paper, and cleaning supplies. So a game show set in a grocery store a fully stocked one at that to actually be debuting on TV seems like a miracle of sorts. But that's what ABC and production company Fremantle (American Idol, The Price Is Right, Match Game) have done with the new Supermarket Sweep, a reboot of the popular series of the 1980s and '90s hosted by David Ruprecht. Filmed over the summer, after Hollywood productions were allowed to resume work under new pandemic-related health and safety protocols, the game show now has a superfan as host in the form of Saturday Night Live alum Leslie Jones. The nurses that [oversaw compliance and testing]... yo, they were not f ing around, Jones says of the production, which filmed at Barker Hangar (often used for award shows and other productions) at the Santa Monica Airport in Santa Monica, Calif. We were getting tested three times a week. No one could come near me without a mask and a shield on their face. I had to wash my hands every time I touched anything. They were sanitizing me. As the one asking the questions and sending contestants into the aisles on a mad dash to fill their carts, Jones brings her trademark exuberance to the proceedings, where one of the three competing teams of two could go home with as much as $100,000 a hefty improvement over the old show's $5,000 grand prize. NBC (8.641 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 2.5, #1) held onto top honors on Sunday with its usual quartet of Football Night in America #1 (4.759 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 1.1, #6), Football Night in America #2 (7.030 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 1.9, #4), Football Night in America #3 (10.187 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 2.8, #T2) and Sunday Night Football (9.430 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 2.8, #T2). FOX (8.203 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 2.4, #2) was a close second with a full hour of NFL Overrun (13.607 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 3.9, #1) followed by the NLCS, Game 7 (6.401 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 1.8, #5). Next up was ABC (3.873 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.6, #3) and the season premieres of America's Funniest Home Videos (4.269 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.5, #T10), Supermarket Sweep (4.781 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 1.0, #7), Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (3.838 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.6, #9) and Card Sharks (2.603 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.4, #12). Meanwhile, CBS (4.036 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.5, #4) offered up its lineup of 60 Minutes (8.569 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.8, #8), Ferris Bueller's Day Off (2.741 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.5, #T10) and Mom (1.448 million viewers, #13; adults 18-49: 0.3, #13). And finally, a new Pandora (0.407 million viewers, #14; adults 18-49: 0.1, #14) alongside repeats of Whose Line Is It Anyway? (0.295 million viewers, #16; adults 18-49: 0.0, #T15) and another Whose Line Is It Anyway? (0.378 million viewers, #15; adults 18-49: 0.0, #T15) on The CW (0.372 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.1, #5) rounded out the evening. On Friday: - Shark Tank (SP/ABC): 4.030m/0.6 On Saturday: - Nickelodeon's Unfiltered (Nick): 490k/0.13 On Sunday: - Worst Cooks in America: Halloween Redemption (S/Food): 827k/0.19 - Halloween Freakshow Cakes (P/Food): 534k/0.12 - Halloween Freakshow Cakes - 11p (Food): 413k/0.10 Entertainment Weekly Mediapost THe Loop Black Girl Nerds Rolling Stone THe Futon Critic Showbuzz Daily Showbuzz Daily Showbuzz Daily THe Ringer posted 10/20/2020 ABC (9.201 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 2.0, #1) claimed the top spot on Thursday thanks to The Vice President and the People A Special Edition of 20/20 (12.229 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 2.6, #1) alongside a repeat Emergency Call (3.145 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.6, #5). NBC (4.914 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.8, #2) was the number two draw with its mix of Decision 2020: Trump Town Hall (10.386 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.7, #2), Connecting... (2.449 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.5, #6), a second Connecting... (1.239 million viewers, #11; adults 18-49: 0.2, #12) and Dateline NBC (2.511 million viewers, #6; adults 18-49: 0.4, #7). Next up was CBS (2.538 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.5, #4) with a new Big Brother 22 (3.885 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 0.9, #3) followed by a repeat The Neighborhood (1.921 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T8), another The Neighborhood (1.837 million viewers, #10; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T8) and Star Trek: Discovery (1.850 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T8). Meanwhile, FOX (2.514 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 0.7, #3) offered up its primetime coverage of NLCS, Game 4 (2.514 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.7, #4). And finally, The CW (0.831 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.2, #5) closed out the night with Supernatural (1.028 million viewers, #12; adults 18-49: 0.3, #T8) and The Outpost (0.633 million viewers, #13; adults 18-49: 0.1, #13). On cable... - Beat Bobby Flay (S/Food): 841k/0.24 - Guy's Grocery Games Deliver (Food): 806k/0.25 The Futon Critic Showbuzz Daily posted 10/14/2020 *times vary by market, check local listings.**times approximate after football All times and editors eastern Tweets by @gameshownewsnet

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