USA Renews Whitened Collar for Season 4

Whitened Collar Bust out your fedoras, Whitened Collar fans: USA Network just restored the series for any 16-episode 4th season, TVGuide.com has confirmed. Tiffani Thiessen on Whitened Collar's finale The series, presently filming the other half of their third season, averaged 4.3 million audiences for part one of Season 3. "We are thrilled to provide our audiences another season that promises the best writing in television, unpredicted twists and generous servings of America's favorite bromance," stated Shaun Wachtel and Chris McCumber, USA Network co-presidents. Whitened Collar is anticipated to come back in The month of january 2012.

Rob Spodek SVP/CFO Of Syfy And Chiller

Rob Spodek, who most recently wasSVP of the NBCUniversal Corporate Finance Group, has been promoted to SVP and CFO of NBCU’s Syfy and Chiller, where he willoversee all financial aspects of the networks as well as Syfy Ventures and other related projects. He will report to Syfy and Chiller president Dave Howe. At the corporate finance group, Spodek was a member of the team that oversaw the transition of NBCU from General Electric to Comcast. Before that, he was VP and CFO of MSNBC.

Tripoli, Libya Hotel Holds Trapped Journalists

NEW YORK - The Rixos in Tripoli is one of the Libyan capital's premier hotels, but over the weekend, it also became a prison for journalists stationed there to cover the civil war in the country. The New York Times reported that journalists from CNN, the BBC and other news organizations were stuck inside the hotel without electricity or air-conditioning. Government forces have refused to let journalists leave - except for trips into Tripoli conflict zones led by chaperones - and the battle outside may not allow them to get far, the paper said. Media and government officials have stayed at the hotel with the blessing of the regime of Moammar Gaddafi. "It's just become so dangerous being here," said CNN seniorinternational correspondent Matthew Chance, who has provided news updates via TV and Twitter. Another option for foreign journalists was to trail rebel forces fighting their way through areas of Libya, the Times said. By Sunday night, many Libyan officials had fled amid the rebels' advance, but armed men continued to prevent foreign journalists from leaving the Rixos, the paper said. Chance wrote via Twitter: "Running low on food and water." Of being held captive, he said: "It's no fun." Related Topics CNN BBC

Miser illuminates circus ring

For 10 shows per week, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey star John Miser will get shot from a cannon during fire. MiserBrian Miser works the most popular stunt on the planet -- literally. Among the headliners from the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus "Fully Billed" show, he's referred to as "A Persons Fuse" and will get shot from a canon that's made to resemble a humongous crossbow. To include just a little twist towards the act, he is doing this during fire. Once captivated, he's shot over the arena, does a forward switch up, arrives at an enormous air cushion after which walks around a little, still burning, before being doused. He's in flames for around 18-22 seconds, throughout which period he or she must hold his breath. Miser states he's the first one to perform the cannonball act during fire, getting began in 2003. Although the "Human Fuse" appears like a film stunt, Miser states he did their own research and produced his gear themself, selecting a higher-tech fabric known as Carbonex. "I recieve about 150 shots and burns from one suit," he states. At 10 shows per week, that's about 3 to 4 several weeks prior to the material begins getting brittle and showing holes. He's already carried out the stunt a lot more than 250 occasions this season and states he needs to get it done 480 more occasions about the tour with the finish of 2012. Indiana-born Miser discovered a talent for acrobatics while very young and grew to become a flying trapeze artist before switching to human cannonball. "I like this stunt and Let me carry on doing it as being lengthy when i can," states Miser, 47. "I have been carrying out appropriately for 3 decades and my body system is beginning to feel some pains and aches.Inch He states he's constantly considering new stunt ideas, but concedes, "I am getting a difficult time topping that one." Contact David S. Cohen at david.cohen@variety.com

Michael Kors & Longtime Love Marry

FIRST Released: August 17, 2011 7:18 PM EDTLAST Up-to-date: August 17, 2011 7:34 PM EDT NEW You are able to, N.Y. -- Michael Kors and longtime love Lance LePere have married. The designer and Project Runway judge confirmed this news to Womens Put on Daily inside a statement on Wednesday. To marry someone as wonderful and special in my experience as Lance, barefoot on the glorious beach is much more than I possibly could have imagined of, Michael stated inside a statement towards the fashion publication. The pair married in Southampton, N.Y. on Tuesday inside a private ceremony, that was facilitated through the cities Mayor Mark Epley, WWD reported. Michael can presently be viewed alongside Heidi Klum, fashion editor Nina Garcia and consultant Tim Gunn on Lives Project Runway, Thursday nights at 9/8 C. Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Corporation. All privileges reserved.These components might not be released, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Gerard Depardieu Pees on Carpet of Air France Plane

Gerard Depardieu couldn't wait to go.our editor recommendsCANNES: Kiefer Sutherland, Gerard Depardieu Join Hannibal's Action-Comedy 'Sleight of Hand' The actor urinated on the carpet of an Air France plane in front of passengers Wednesday when the cabin crew asked him to wait 15 minutes to use the restrooms. The plane was delayed in Paris, and due to fly to Dublin. "Je veux pisser, je veux pisser," Depardieu, 62, was overheard telling flight attendants, according to a passenger's recollection on French radio station Europe 1 (via the Associated Press). "The attendant said 'I'm sorry, you'll have to wait fifteen minutes, [when] we'll be in flight. The toilets are locked'," the passenger, Daniele, said. Instead, Depardieu said he couldn't wait, unzipped his pants and peed on the carpet in front of all the passengers. "You could tell he'd been drinking," Daniele said. The plane returned to the gate and was delayed for two hours while the mess was cleaned up. Air France confirmed Depardieu's actions to national TV station TF1, but said it was not sure what kind of action it would take against the actor. Depardieu won a Golden Globe best actor award for 1990's Green Card. Related Topics

Surviving Hitler A Love Story

A Jewish teenager and an injured soldier join a doomed plot to kill Hitler. They face almost certain death, yet luck and love shine upon them as they outwit Nazi terror and become the first couple married in post-war Berlin. Narrated by the former teenager herself and featuring the original footage shot by her sweetheart, their story would sound like a pitch for a Hollywood blockbuster were it not all true. A harrowing tale of war, resistance, love and survival and, miraculously, a happy ending.

Matthew McConaughey Joins Miracle Mike

He'll play a strip club owner.... Steven Soderbergh and Channing Tatum are busily searching for cast people for his or her indie male stripper drama Miracle Mike. And today Matthew McConaughey is registering for any role. As you will probably know right now, the film is applying Tatum's encounters like a teenage stripper in Florida. He pitched the concept to Soderbergh while focusing on the experience thriller Haywire and also the director has added it towards the growing listing of films he intends to make before retiring. Tatum's creating partner Reid Carolin manages obtaining the script written. Tatum will have the title character, a stripper/dancer who mentors Alex Pettyfer when it comes to at the receiving end shake and just how to handle if not carrying out. McConaughey's on as Dallas, an old dancer themself, who now is the owner of a golf club known as Xquisite, that is where Mike works. The actor is really a busy guy recently: he's busy focusing on Lee Daniels' steamy thriller The Paperboy as well as move forward in Shaun Nichols' drama Dirt. Plus he's Richard Linklater's Bernie and William Friedkin's Killer Joe sitting waiting to become launched. There is no word on when Miracle Mike will start shooting.

'Avatar' Follow up Will Push The Envelope Again, States Mike Worthington

In the end await the state word from James Cameron regarding his specific production plans for that two Avatar sequels, we love to to meet the increasing demand by asking all related parties for that latest news and/or ideas on what they need to unfold inside a return trip to The planet pandora. Zoe Saldana lately told us she had not heard specifics from Cameron, but thought they may start production the coming year. Whenever we swept up with star Mike Worthington (who's sporting shaggy surfer dude hair for his next movie, "Drift") throughout the press day for approaching thriller, "Your Debt,Inch he did not have numerous specifics to provide either, that Cameron continues to be working hard on his "Bible." "That's one of these simple things he's requiring to complete to obtain back [in to the 'Avatar' mindset] before he begins writing," Worthington stated from the planned enclyclopedia-esque guide to everything about "Avatar" Cameron has planned. "He's explained type of design of Avatar 2 and three, the chance would be to film it well-to-back which is humongous," he stated. "I spoke to a few of the visual effects men that people labored with and they are excited, and they are extremely challenged, so this is a good sign. Jim would not relaxation on his laurels anyway, but he's certainly searching to push the envelope again." When requested particularly what Cameron has told him concerning the underwater elements the Oscar-champion has suggested is going to be a little a part of "Avatar 2," Worthington blown from the question having a laugh along with a smile. "He's explained plenty of stuff," Worthington stated. "But I am not permitted to inform you anything." Exactly what do you think about the follow up plans for "Avatar"? Inform us within the comments or on Twitter!

'Harry Potter' Director David Yates Officially Makes 'The Stand' His Next Project

Ron Howard's adaptation of 'The Dark Tower' has stalled out, but fear not, Stephen King fans: a multi-film treatment of 'The Stand' is on its way. Director David Yates and writer Steve Kloves, who worked together on the last three 'Harry Potter' films, are re-teaming for King's post-apocalyptic tale of good and evil. During press for the final Potter film, Yates had expressed a desire to tackle 'The Stand' and now Warner Bros. is finalizing a deal for him and Kloves. There's the potential for this to be even darker than the 'Potter' series,' or the 1994 miniseries, which aired on ABC. The TV version was directed by 'Masters of Horror' helmer Mick Garris and starred Gary Sinise, Jamey Sheridan and Ruby Dee. Is 'The Stand' in good hands with Yates and Kloves? And who would you cast? [via HitFix]

The Liverpool Goalie

Jo Idstad is thirteen. Jo is a good student at school, but he is convinced that life is dangerous. In order to survive at school, he has to avoid deadly dangers at all costs which, according to him include his roughneck classmates, life-threatening sports and pretty girls. Hed much rather stick to his preferred activities such as solving mathematical equations and swapping football cards. These are the tricks that help Jo keep his life under control. But then one day, a new girl, Mari, joins his class and nothing is the same again.

Kathy Griffin Fires Back at A&E's 'Hoarders' in New Emmy Campaign Ad (Exclusive)

Kathy Griffin is firing back at A&E, which used her quotes to promote its reality show Hoarders in an Emmy campaign ad.our editor recommendsKathy Griffin, Bravo End 'My Life on the D List'Kathy Griffin Coming to BroadwayEXCLUSIVE: Kathy Griffin Dares to Be Thrown Off CNN's Live New Year's Eve BroadcastKathy Griffin Avoids CNN Ejection, Resolves to Offend Willow Palin in 2011 Last month, A&E debuted a print ad for Hoarders -- which is nominated in the reality program category alongside Bravo's Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List -- that used boldfaced quotes from Griffin touting the A&E show. STORY: 2011 Emmy Award Nominations The blurbs included "My favorite new show," "I'm obsessed with Hoarders" and "Hoarders is so f#*@ing fantastic!" -- all with Griffin's name's printed underneath. In fact, Griffin regularly mentions her obsession with the A&E show and has even talked about it in her stand-up specials that have aired on Bravo. But, as you might expect, she's not ready to let the ad go without a response. STORY: Kathy Griffin Among Guest Judges on Upcoming Season of 'America's Next Top Model' Bravo is set to unveil its own Emmy campaign ad for D-List on Friday in which Griffin is shown surrounded by stacks upon stacks of newspapers and magazines with the lines, "Quoting me in an Emmy ad? Bravo, Hoarders. BRAVO." For her part, Griffin told The Hollywood Reporter in an exclusive statement why Emmy voters should award her the statuette over her A&E competitor. "I went to Wasilla, knocked on Sarah Palin's door with Levi Johnston, marched on Washington to repeal DADT ['Don't Ask, Don't Tell'], had a pelvic exam on camera, entered the underground world of toddler pageants (where I am still the reigning Little Miss Mature Lady Grand Supreme BTW) and got acting lessons from Liza f---ing Minnelli," she said. "Hoard that, bitches!" STORY: 'Same Name': Kathy Griffin, Mike Tyson and Reggie Bush Accept CBS' 'Freaky Friday' Challenge This marks Hoarders' first Emmy nom in the reality program category and Griffin's sixth. D-List previously won the award in 2007 and again the following year. Also nominated in the category are CBS' Undercover Boss, Discovery's Deadliest Catch and Mythbusters and PBS' Antiques Roadshow. Related Topics Emmy Awards Primetime Emmy Awards Kathy Griffin Awards Bravo Emmys 2011

Imax to bow second screen in Singapore

Imax Corp. is expanding in the Southeast Asian market with a second giant-screen theater in Singapore set to open in 2012. Shaw Theatres, one of Singapore's top exhibs, inked an agreement to install an Imax theater system in the new JCube entertainment complex. The agreement comes after the success of Singapore's first commercial Imax venue, the Shaw Theaters Lido Imax, which opened in May and has already generated more than $1.4 million in gross box office Shaw Theaters, which owns six multiplexes in Singapore, has been operating cinemas in the city-state since 1927. Imax has 560 theaters in 46 countries. Contact the Variety newsroom at news@variety.com

O'Hara, Moayed join 'Lear'

O'HaraMoayed Gilliam Kelli O'Hara, Arian Moayed and Seth Gilliam are probably the thesps to possess became a member of the cast from the approaching manufacture of "King Lear" at Off Broadway's Public Theater, where they'll appear opposite Mike Waterston because the title character.O'Hara, noted for her Broadway tuner output including "South Off-shore" and "The Pajama Game," will have talking daughter Regan within the show. Moayed, lately nommed for any Tony for his role in "Bengal Tiger in the Baghdad Zoo," is cast because the upstanding Edgar while Gilliam ("The Wire") seems as his jealous half-brother Edmund.Michael McKean and John Douglas Thompson are also aboard for that production, to become staged by helmer James Macdonald ("Top Women," "Drunk Enough to express I Really Like You?"). "Lear" was last seen in the Public inside a 2007 revival that starred Kevin Kline.The most recent "Lear" is going to be among a number of Bard choices this year in the Public, the organization which produces the Shakespeare around the block series every summer time. More compact-scale stagings of "Love's Labor's Lost" and "Titus Andronicus" are also on tap."Lear" starts previews March. 18 in front of a November. 8 opening. Contact Gordon Cox at gordon.cox@variety.com

EXCLUSIVE: ABC Will End 'Desperate Housewives' In May 2012 After 8th Season

EXCLUSIVE: It's a sad day for the smart and sassy suburban women on Wisteria Lane and the worldwide audience of approximately 120 million who watch them. We've just learned that ABC will announce on Sunday at the Television Critics Association's press tour that this 2011-2012 season will be the last for long-running Desperate Housewives. Key castmembers are starting to be told, and we hear that Teri Hatcher, Felicity Huffman, Marcia Cross, and Eva Longoria are shocked and saddened since the ABC Studios series created by Marc Cherry was expected to continue until 2013 after the longtime showrunner had said that he wanted the show to go for 9 seasons. ABC also contracted withthe show's four starsfor the next season after lengthy salary negotiations with the quartet this past season. In addition to signing them for this coming season, ABC also got options on them for Season 9. But when this season's premiere episode is broadcast on Sunday, September 25th,it will be the first for the series without Cherry at the helm. He stepped down at the end of last season as executive producer/showrunner and is expected to be a consultant on Season 8 while focusing on development of other series. Cherry also was slapped by former castmate Nicolette Sheridan with an embarrassing lawsuit over a purported slapwhich is still winding its way through the Los Angeles courts. Her claims of battery, wrongful termination, and unlawful retaliation will be argued in front of a jury. Since the provocative and profitable dramedy's premiere on October 3, 2004, the show has been a hit with viewersandcritics alike: a solid Nielsen performer as well asa multiple Emmy andScreen Actors Guild award winner. The series premiere drew 21.6 million viewers and the show's first season finale attracted over 30 million viewers.Since 2006 and continuing into 2010, it was the most-watched comedy series internationally, with an average viewership of 51.6 million viewers across 68 territories.Moreover, it was the third-highest revenue earning show for 2010, with $2.74 million per half hour.

Ben Promote is John Gotti Junior.

When Travolta Qantas Video was lately cast as John Gotti in approaching gangster flick, Gotti: Within The Shadow Of My Dad, the question on everybody's lips was who does be playing his boy?That question has been clarified, using the Mechanic's Ben Promote confirmed as John Gotti Junior. He'll join a cast which includes Al Pacino and Kelly Preston, and can re-team together with his director on Liberty Levels, Craig Levinson."Craig Levinson was the very first director who required an opportunity on me," stated Promote within an official statement. "I've got a career due to him. I'm deeply honoured for that chance to utilize Craig and also the amazing cast he's putting together to assist bring the storyline from the Gotti family towards the screen."Variety reviews that Levinson is presently working hard re-writing the script initially composed by Evaluate This author Leo Rossi. The project is not without its share of troubles, with Joe Pesci (once cast to experience Gotti's second-in-command) filing a suit from the production on the pay dispute.The film follows the tests and hardships of "Dapper Don" John Gotti, the boss of recent York's well known Gambino crime family. The actual-existence John Gotti Junior. is becoming a consultant about the project, that is set to start shooting in The month of january.Source: VarietyIs Promote the best guy to do the job? Share your ideas below.

Samantha Ronson Charged with Drunk driving

Samantha Ronson Samantha Ronson was arrested on two misdemeanor Drunk driving counts, Us Weekly reviews.She was stopped at 10:30 a.m. Monday in Baker, Calif., for speeding and was handed balance tests after showing signs and symptoms of being impaired, a police officer told playboy. Take a look at photos of Samantha RonsonRonson, who dated Lindsay Lohan off and on for 2 years, accepted that they had drank late the prior evening and was on her behalf way home from Vegas. "She was friendly and talkative," the officer stated. "She was cooperative through the whole ordeal."The 33-year-old DJ was launched Monday mid-day.