TV News Flash
Who You Gonna Binge?
Since the weather outside is frightful for most of us this Thanksgiving break, many are going to stay away from the cineplex and binge in their comfy jammies. Some pundits fear that with the bad weather, as well as premiere of Martin Scorsese’s epic The Irishman on Netflix, this year could have some of the worst box-office totals in recent memory.
And with Netflix sending out goodies like this cushy throw, bottle of The Irishman Cabernet Sauvignon and a panettone to encourage us to stay in and binge, who needs to get dressed? “It’s what it is.”
Meet the Property Brothers in Studio City!
Michaels the largest arts and crafts retail chain in North America, is hosting a meet and greet for customers with Drew and Jonathan Scott in honor of their curated Scott Living custom frames exclusively for Michaels. That’s Monday, November 26, y’all, starting at 6:00 p.m.
The Bros. will also be signing their new children’s book — and the second in their New York Times Bestselling Builder Brothers series — titled Builder Brothers: Better Together. The new book will be available for purchase at Michaels during this event. It’s the perfect opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done early!
Lizzie McGuire is Back!
As if there weren’t enough reasons to watch Disney+, here’s one more: the sweet show Lizzie McGuire is returning, but now she’s all grown up! The new story picks up as Lizzie McGuire is just about to turn 30. She seemingly has it all – her dream job as an assistant to a fancy New York City Interior Designer, her dream guy and a picturesque Brooklyn apartment – but things aren’t always as they seem. With a little help from her old friends and some new ones to come, her well-meaning family and her 13-year-old alter-ego in animated form, Lizzie navigates the ups and downs of adulthood.
Reprising their roles are: Hilary Duff as Lizzie McGuire, Hallie Todd as Jo McGuire, Robert Carradine as Sam McGuire, Adam Lamberg David “Gordo” Gordon and Jake Thomas as Matt McGuire.
Real Housewives of… Salt Lake City?
At first I thought it was a prank, but it appears to be true. Andy Cohen announced at BravoCon (yes, it’s a thing) in New York City that The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City is coming to Bravo in 2020.
“You didn’t see it coming but I have to tell you, in Utah, you have the majesty of the mountains, the Mormon religion, an exclusive community of people who have very successful businesses who live in their own universe,” said Cohen, who serves as executive producer of the franchise. He’s not wrong.
Amazon’s MODERN LOVE is Guranteed to Make You Cry
Amazon’s Modern Love, a series in which each episode tells a separate story about love in NYC, is one of the most heart wrenching series I’ve ever seen. Just when you think it can’t get any more romantic/dramatic/moving, the next episode sends you racing for the Kleenex box. And the star power! Dev Patel, Ed Sheehan, Tina Fey, Julia Garner, Katherine Keener, Anne Hathaway (who will absolutely rip your heart out) and more.
In honor of the show, Amazon had an event at the H Club and allowed us to photograph our own modern love stories. Check out mine below.
Take a Bite of Apple TV’s The Morning Show
Stop whatever you’re binging and tune in right now to Apple TV’s riveting new The Morning Show, which I think is one of the best new series our there. You’ll see stars like Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon and Steve Carrell doing some of their best acting ever. Do I smell awards nominations?
Frankie Says Thankie to Disney+
In honor of their launch yesterday Disney+ gave BioFit 360 Ambassadog Frankie Feldman one of their special dog-friendly pup cakes, and I got a colorful sprinkled mini cupcake as well! Woo Hoo! So of course I had to run home and subscribe. Frankie can’t wait to see the live action version of Lady and the Tramp, although he’s still bummed he wasn’t cast. As for me? The Mandalorian is first on my agenda.
Fresh Off the Boat to Dock Permanently
In case you haven’t heard, Fresh Off the Boat is ending its six-season run early next year, with an hour-long bon voyage series finale on Friday, February 21 at 8p. “We couldn’t be prouder of this game-changing show and the impact it has had on our cultural landscape,” said Karey Burke, President of ABC Entertainment. “The success of Fresh Off the Boat has helped pave the way for inclusion throughout the industry.” I’ll miss it!
What Could Be Better Than Billions?
As if Showtime’s Billions isn’t great enough, some of my absolute favorite actors Julianna Margulies (The Good Wife) and Corey Stoll (House of Cards) have been signed to guest star in multiple episodes of Season Five. Already in production, the new season is slated to premiere sometime in the Spring of 2020.
Lance Bass and HGTV Kiss and Make Up for the Holidays
Former NYSNCer Lance Bass may have been outbid by HGTV for the iconic Brady Bunch house, but it looks like there are no grudges being held. Bass is hosting an HGTV holiday special, Outrageous Holiday Houses, to run on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28, at 11pm. It will spotlight such festive towns as Santa Claus, Indiana, and North Pole, Alaska. And it’s all produced by Scott Brothers Entertainment. In fact, it kicks off with Property Brother Drew Scott and his wife, Linda Phan, in LA.
I’ll watch…er…record it. The tryptophan will have kicked well before that.

PATRICK Review — Sit! Stay! Watch!
Patrick review — Bad weather keeping you from going out for walkies? Stay in and watch this adorable dog movie with some pet you love. It’s raining or snowing, the sky is gray, and it’s simply too cold and wet to go out. You’re not up for investing the energy in a “significant” movie like…

VELVET BUZZSAW Review — A Darkly Comedic Fright Flick Based on the Adage: “Art is Dangerous”
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I AM THE NIGHT Review – Pulp Mystery That Takes Itself Too Seriously
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2019 Critics Choice Awards — Loaded With Surprising Choices
Just like the Golden Globes, the 2019 Critics Choice Awards results were wildly unpredictable, and the Oscars could go to…anyone. Well, the 2019 Critics Choice Awards, the entertainment event of the year from my perspective, happened last night, and I will say this for my colleagues in the voting body—They are wildly unpredictable. I was…

Producers Guild TV Nominations are Spot On!
Either I think like a producer, or producers think like me. The Producers Guild of America (PGA) announced their television nominations for the 30th Annual Producers Guild Awards presented by Cadillac, and I couldn’t agree more with their choices. Find out who wins on Saturday, January 19, when the awards will be handed out at…

Critics Choice TV and Movie Awards Noms Feature Family Fare Like MARY POPPINS RETURNS
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Adam Carolla Gives Me the Scoop on the Midcentury Marvel He Restored and Listed
Did you know Adam Carolla is not only a media maven, but a real renovation artist? If I’d really been keeping track of renovation reality TV, the publicist wouldn’t have had to remind me that Adam Carolla, best known for his hit podcast “The Adam Carolla Show,” is quite the construction expert, and has hosted two…

Binge Netflix STAY HERE Today, Start Making Money From Your Home Tomorrow
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Hulu’s THE FIRST Review — A Video Review and Show You Won’t Want to Miss
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Rent the Pamela Anderson Malibu Beach House at a Discount
You can now rent the Pamela Anderson Malibu Beach House for a $40,000 song Pamela Anderson is at it again. No, she’s not starring as a buxom blonde in a TV show. She’s put her beautiful Malibu Beach compound back on the rental market. It’s available for lease at a “bargain” price of $40,000 a month. While that…