31 December 2006: Summer Glau - 7th Son Podio Book
Summer Glau joins the list of Whedom-alumi who have provided voice work for the 7th Son Podio Book. Summer reads the intro of Book Two Episode 13 which can be found at http://jchutchins.net/7Son/Home/Home.html.
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31 December 2006: Juliet Landau - Hack Trailer
Watch the trailer for Juliet Landau's new film, Hack, at www.americanworldpictures.com. Hack tells the story of a group of college kids who go on a field trip to try and raise their grades when the obligatory murders start.
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31 December 2006: Sarah Michelle Gellar - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle
Sarah Michelle Gellar has signed on to provide the voice of April O'Neil, the 'human researcher who serves as the Turtles' tech-services worker" in the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles feature film from Warner Brothers.
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31 December 2006: David Boreanaz - Mr Fix It DVD Release
Mr Fix it, starring David Boreanaz, is now available on Region 1 DVD. You can buy this from amazon.com for $22.99.
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28 December 2006: Julie Benz - Satellite Award
Julie Benz has won a Satellite Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries, or Motion Picture Made for Television for her role in Dexter.
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28 December 2006: Anthony Stewart Head - Sweeney Todd Musical
Anthony Stewart Head has been cast in a new musical adaptation of Sweeney Tood to be directed by Tim Burton. The film tells the story of "Sweeney Todd, who sets up a barber shop in London which is the basis for a sinsiter partnership with his fellow tenant, Mrs Lovett." Filming began this month.
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22 December 2006: David Boreanaz Thanks NORAD For Tracking Santa
Every year NORAD tracks Santa as he travels the globe delivering his presents to the children of the world. This year celebrities, including David Boreanaz, have filmed video clips thanking them for their efforts. You can watch the video (and track Santa) at www.noradsanta.org.
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21 December 2006: Morena Baccarin - Heartland Picked Up
US Cable channel, TNT have picked up new series starring Morena Baccarin, Heartland, a medical drama set in the world of heart transplant surgery.
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21 December 2006: James Marsters - Q&A for December
James Marsters has answered your questions for December and you can view the replies at www.jamesmarsters.com.
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21 December 2006: Tim Minear - Backup Bash Video Clip
A video clip of Tim Minear's appearance at the Browncoat Back Up Bash has appeared on You Tube and you can view it at www.youtube.com.
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20 December 2006: Nathan Fillion - Cast in Drive
Nathan Fillion has been cast as the lead in Tim Minear's new show, Drive. Nathan was originally approached for the role back in the srping but was unable to film the pilot due to committments on White Noise: The Light. Now that the pilot has been picked up and Nathan is available, the lead role, played by Ivan Sergei in the pilot, has been re-cast to him. Several other parts are also to be re-cast.
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19 December 2006: Chiwetel Ejiofor - Golden Globe Nominations
Chiwetel Ejiofor has been nominated for two Golden Globe awards; Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical for Kinky Boots and Best Performance by an Actor in a Mini-Series or Motion Picture made for Television for Tsunami, The Aftermath. The awards will be annoucned in a televised ceremony on 15th January 2007, 8pm EST on NBC.
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19 December 2006: Sarah Michelle Gellar - Grudge 2 DVD Release
The Grudge 2, starring a Sarah Michelle Gellar and Amber Tamblyn, will be released on Region 1 DVD on 6th February 2007. You can pre-order this from Amazon for $19.99.
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19 December 2006: Dennis Christopher - Slice of Sci-Fi Interview
Dennis Christopher recently gave an interview to Slice of Sci-Fi to talk about his new miniseries for the Sci-Fi Channel, The Lost Room. You can listen to the interview at www.sliceofsifi.com.
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14 December 2006: James Marsters - Extra Tickets for UK Gig
James Marsters Live have been able to issue an extra 200 tickets for his formerly sold out London Gig on 4th May. Tickets are availale from www.wegottickets.com.
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14 December 2006: Sarah Michelle Gellar - Happily N'Ever After Clip
Watch a clip of Sarah Michelle Gellar's new film, Happily N'Ever After at www.comingsoon.net. Happily N'Ever After opens 5 January 2007 in the USA
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14 December 2006: Tim Minear - Another You Tube Video
Tim Minear has made another video including clips of the shows that he has been involved with on You Tube. This one even inlcudes a clip of himself from 1985. You can view it at www.youtube.com.
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14 December 2006: James Masters - Download Chapter One of Summer Knight
James Marsters has read for the audio book version of Summer Knight by Jim Butcher which will be availale to pre-order from January 2007. In the meantime you can download and listen to the first chapter at www.teeswithatwist.com.
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14 December 2006: Joss Whedon - Fanboy Radio Interview
Joss Whedon recently appeared on Fanboy Radio, if you missed you can listen again and read the re-cap at http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=93856.
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12 December 2006: Jewel Staite - Blog Update
While wishing that she could be at the Big Damn Flanvention she didn't get a plane ticket for, Jewel Staite posted the following over at her Dear Roj Blog:
"8 December 2006
Merry almost Christmas!
Where to start?
I should be in LA at the Flanvention right now, but as all of you know, that's been cancelled at the last-LAST minute, and so here I sit in Vancouver, wondering what could have been. Sigh. I am so disappointed! I was really looking forward to coming down and seeing everybody once again, having some of my favorite sushi, shopping, and partying with you Flanners, but unfortunately, it just wasn't in the cards. Don't ask me what happened - I truly have very little idea of the actual facts of it - but please know that if I were in LA right now, I'd still come and say hi. Without going into it too much, a lot of us lost quite a bit on this thing, so you're not the only ones (I actually declined an invitation to another event altogether and had to reschedule some other things that were very difficult to get around, but I really wanted to come). What else can I say? It fuckin' sucks. I hope you guys have a great time at the hotel anyway, and hopefully it'll work out next time.
Also: I know the Tribe trailer is up online right now, and thank you to everyone who had such kind words to say about it! (And to the people who didn't, I didn't like your movie trailer either). But let me clarify a few things: this trailer is a work in progress; a lot of the film still hasn't been color-corrected, the sound and effects are temp, and it's still in the making - seriously, I'm still doing reshoots on it in January. It's going to be a fun movie though, lots of action and suspense, a few thrills, creepy things in the woods... But let me set you straight: it's not Lost. It really has nothing to do with Lost, other than the fact that we're on a beautiful (seemingly) deserted island. There are no Daniel Day Kim's, (damn), no Josh Holloways(double damn), no Matthew Fox's (why, God, why??), and no Others... but there is something that will scare the living daylights out of you, trust me. It's not really a horror movie. I detest most horror movies with no point, but this story definitely has one. It's about a journey, it's about strength, and most of all it's about standing up on your own. Be prepared to have fun when you see it!
And finally, lets talk about Stargate: Atlantis, because most of you are, and I've been getting a ton of questions about the thing, so lets just get it out in the open. I know it's finally been revealed that Paul McGillion is leaving the show, and since I'm coming on the show, a lot of you have it in your head that I'm "replacing" him. First of all, our characters are quite different from each other. Second of all, Paul has a penis, so we're quite opposite from each other. Third of all, I'm not a regular cast member and I've only signed on to do a certain number of episodes (not 15 - or at least that was news to me when I heard that on the internet!). One thing I should tell you is that Paul and I are very close friends. He lives three blocks away from me (in my mom's building-- how weird and random is that?) and we see each other all the time. I can honestly say he's one of the sweetest and most lovely people to work with (the crew of Atlantis raves about him), and I really just adore him. I can't comment on the why in terms of his character's absense in the next season, but the best thing about sci fi is nothing is forever! It's like soap operas - like, maybe in Serenity 2 Wash will have an evil identical twin! (Yeah, Joss, I know, that idea sucks - and if it doesn't suck and you actually write that one day, I want credit for it) Anyway, I'm really excited about coming on to Atlantis and playing another prodigy-genius mechanic to genius doctor, I am truly moving up in the world! Maybe next time I'll play the president! heh heh. Just please have an open mind, and don't hate me - it's not my fault. I'm just an actor who jumped at the chance to work with a really fun cast in my favorite city (mine) and play a young smarty pants MD with a cool uniform. Can you blame me?
Lastly, I'm off to Arizona at the very beginning of the new year for Dark Con, and then hopefully another trip I can't say too much about quite yet... but Paris may be in the cards, at least on the way to our final destination, and viva la shop till I drop is happening, no matter what Matty says!
Best wishes for a beautiful and peaceful holiday season.
Love Jewel"
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8 December 2006: Joss Whedon - Wesleyan Universtity Testimonial
Joss Whedon recorded a short testimonial video for Wesleyan Univeristy, which he attended. You can see it at www.wesleyan.edu.
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7 December 2006: Eliza Dushku - The Alphabet Killer
Eliza Dushku has been cast in a new film based on a series of unsolved murders whoich occured in Rochester, New York in 1970s where each victim's name began with the same letter. The Alphabet Killer tells the story of Megan, played by Eliza, a detective who hopes that solving the murders will help to eliminate the troubles in her own personal life.
The film is being produced by Wildeye Films, directed by Robert Schmidt, who also directed Eliza's film Wrong Turn, and will begin shooting this month. Go to the film's Official Website for more information.
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7 December 2006: Sarah Michelle Gellar - Suburban Girl Release Date
One of Sarah Michelle Gellar's films for 2007, A Girl's Guide to Hunting and Fishing has been re-named, Suburban Girl, and has been confirmed for a June 2007 release. The promotional psoter (pictured - click for larger image) still shows it's old title.
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7 December 2006: Mark Sheppard - Battlestar Galactica Podcast
Mark Sheppard appears on this weeks's Battlestar Galactica podcast which can be found at www.scifi.com/battlestar.
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6 December 2006: Christian Kane - Four Sheets to the Wind at Sundance
New Indi()an film production, Four Sheets to the Wind, starring Christian Kane, has been accepted at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival. The film, telling the story of a native american who leaves his home to seek a more fulfilling life after his father's suicide, will be shown as one of 16 films chosen from almost a thousand submissions in the Dramatic Competition.
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6 December 2006: Julie Benz - Nominated for a Satellite Award
The Nomination for the 2006 Satellite Awards hve been announced and Julie Benz is up for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television for her role in Showtime's Dexter. The awards will be announced on 17th December 2006 in a ceremony at Le Meridion Hotel in Beverley Hills.
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6 December 2006: Joss Whedon - SFX Magazine
Joss Whedon's interview with SFX from a recent trip to the UK has been published in this month's issue, which has been available in stores since 22 November 2006. Joss talks, TV, Wonder Woman and more.
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1 December 2006: Nathan Fillion - Waitress at Sundance Film Festival
Waitress, starring Nathan Fillion, will have its World Premiere at the Sundance Film Festival as part of the Spectrum series. The festival runs from 18th to 28th January 2007 in Park City, Utah, USA, for further information and tickets go to http://festival.sundance.org/2007/index.aspx.
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1 December 2006: Mark Sheppard on Battlestar Galactica
Mark Sheppard will be appearing in the three final episodes of this season of Battlestar Galactica and, according to executive producer, Ron Moore, his character will play 'a major role in the finale'.
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23 November 2006: Leonard Roberts - Heroes Auction
In support of Greg Grunberg's Peadiatric Epilepsy Project the cast of Heroes, starring Leonard Roberts, have drawn illustrations of their characters for auction. Leonard has sketched his character, D.L.Hawkins, and said of it, "D.L. Hawkins. Fugitive. Running from The Law. Running to redemption." You can place a bid at http://nbauction.auction.season.com.
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22 November 2006: Clare Kramer - Official Gravedancers Trailer
The Official Trailer for Clare Kramer's film, The Gravedancers, is now available to view at www.apple.com.
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22 November 2006: Nathan Filliion - Softwire Audio Book
Nathan Fillion has voiced the first three chapters of audio book The Rings of Orbis, part of The Softwiere series by PJ Haarsma. IGN have kindly made these chapters available for those who would like to listen at www.ign.com.
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22 November 2006: James Marsters - November Q& A
James Marsters has answered your questions for November and you can view them at www.jamesmarsters.com.
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22 November 2006: Nathan Fillion - Keep The Fringe Flyin'
Good Works have set up a donation drive to celebrate Nathan Fillion's birthday in March 2007. The drive will benefit the Fringe Theatre Adventures, a non-profit organisation based in Demonton, Alberta, Canada, Nathan's Hometown. The FTA provide opportunites for emerging actors whilst also aiming to expand the theatrical audience. As an upcoming actor, Nathan gained much experience at the then named Chinook Theatre and has since supported the theatre and returned to perform at the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival.
To find out more and make a donation go to www.goodworkspresents.org.
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21 November 2006: Nathan Fillion on MySpace
Nathan Fillion has recently got himself a MySpace account and welcomes his fans to become his cyber friends. He logs on regularly, blogs and appears to have been spending a good deal of his time lately 'adding' people as he has over 4,000 friends in just a couple of weeks. And in case you are wondering, this is the 'real' Nathan Fillion and not one of the many imposters out there. You can joing him at www.myspace.com/nathanfillion.
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21 November 2006: Jewel Staite - The Tribe Trailer
Watch the trailer for new movie, The Tribe, starring Jewel Staite at http://thetrivemovie.blogspot.com
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21 November 2006: Tom Lenk - Wendy's Advert
Tom Lenk is currently appearing in an advertisement for the Wendy's fast food chain. You can watch the advert at www.wendys.com. It's the one in the second row with the picture of a car.
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21 November 2006: Jewel Staite - Stargate: Atlantis Update
Jewel Staite recently confirmed that she would be making a return to Stargate: Atlantis for it's fourth season as a new character. Atlantis star, Joe Flannagan recently attended the London Expo and told fans there that Jewel would be appearing in 13 to 15 episodes during season four. Details of the role she will be playing have still not been revealed.
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20 November 2006: Julie Benz - Dexter Gets Second Season
Showtime have announced a second season for Dexter, their new one hour drama about a forensic scientist who is also a serial killer which also stars Julie Benz. Season Two will premiere in spring 2007
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20 November 2006: Marc Blucas - The Jane Austen Book Club
Marc Blucas has been cast in a new film for Sony Pictures Classics, The Jane Austen Book Club. The film is an adaptation of the novel by Karen Joy Fowler and is the stroy of five women and a man who gather to discuss Jane Austen's work and come to realise that their lives are playing out in a 21st century version of one of her novels.
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20 November 2006: Nathan Fillion - Fight The Deceit Podcast
Nathan Fillion has read a piece for podcast novel, 7th Son by J.C. Hutchins. You can download and subscrive to the podcast at www.jchutchins.net.
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20 November 2006: Sarah Michelle Gellar - Happily N'Ever After Trailer
View the trailer for new animated film from the makers of Shrek, Happily N'Ever After, featuring the voice of Sarah Michelle Gellar as Ella, at http://http://video.msm.com. The film is due for release 5 January 2007.
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20 November 2006: Ron Glass - Dallas Comic Con Guest Talk
Ron Glass recently attended Dallas Conmic Con and you can download a copy of his guest talk at www.markwill.com.
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19 November 2006: Tim Minear - Drive Picked Up
Fox have finally ordered a further 12 episodes of Tim Minear's new show, Drive. The 12 episodes are in addition to the already filmed pilot episode. Plans are for the show to make a spring debut on Fox possibly airing after American Idol.
Drive is described as 'an action-fuelled drama following a diverse group of Americans driving for their loves (or the lives of loved ones) in a sinister cross-country race." The story centres around the race drivers, some of whom have been forced into joining and others have been lured by the rumour of a $32million prize, however, the competitors do not know who they are racing against or where the finishing line is.
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18 November 2006: David Boreneaz - Diversity Award FOR Bones
The cast of David Boreanaz' show, Bones, will recieve a Diversity Award for most compelling drama. Former Angel guest star, Bai Ling is also up for an award in the 14th Annual Diversity Awards whoch will be held tomorrow (19th February 2006) at the Century Plaza Hotel.
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18 November 2006: Seth Green - Robot Chicken Staw Wars Special
Having seem some of their Star Wars parodies, LucasFilm have teamed up with Seth Green's animated show, Robot Chicken, to produce a half hour Star Wars Special which will be aired during SuperBowl Sunday.
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13 November 2006: Doug Jones - Casting News
Doug Jones has recently landed two new film roles. Firsly cast as the Silver Surfer/Norman Radd on the new Fantastic Four Movie, 'Rise of the Silver Surfer'.
The second is a remake of a monster movie classic, The Cabinet of Dr.Caligari. The film will be a straight to DVD release from Image Entertainment and Dark Horse Entertainment which will include the original 1920's film.
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11 November 2006: Joss Whedon - Appearance on Fanboy Radio
Fanboy Radio have announced that Joss Whedon will make an appearance on their show on 26th November 2006. You can hear thet show live in the Dallas/Ft Worth area at 6pm on KTCU-FM (88.7) or online at www.fanboyradio.com.
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11 November 2006: D B Woodside - 24 Season 6 Trailer
DB Woodside continues his role as Wayne Palmer in season 6 of 24 and you can watch the trailer at http://24trailer.com/. 24 begins it's 6th season on FOX (US) with a 4 hour season premiere over 2 nights on 14th January 2007.
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11 November 2006: David Boreanaz - Mr Fix It DVD Release Date
The last of the three independant films David Boreanaz made in between the end of Angel and the beginning of Bones will finally be released on Region 1 DVD on 26 December 2006. You can pre-order now from Amazon.com for $18.69.
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11 November 2006: Clare Kramer - The Gravedancers showing at Horror Film Festival
Clare Kramer's new film, The Gravedancers, will be shown as part of a weekend of horror films. 8 Films to Die For is an after dark horrorfest to be shown in theatres around the US between the 17th to 19th November 2006. For full details of participating theatres, and to book tickets go to www.horrorfestonline.com.
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11 November 2006: Summer Glau - Audio Interview from Auckland
Summer Glau recently went to New Zealand to attend the Armageddon Pulp Expo in Auckland, before attending she gave an interview to Newstalk ZB reporter Darren Bevan. You can listen to the interview at www.newstalkzb.co.nz.
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11 November 2006: Joss Whedon - Archive Audio Interview
Back in February when Joss Whedon was over in the UK promoting the Serenity DVD release he gave an interview to FILMdetail. You can listen to the 10 minute interview at www.filmdetails.com.
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8 November 2006: James Marsters - Shadow Puppets Campaign
At the recent James Marsters and Friends Convention, Michael Winnick, writer and director of the film Shadow Puppets which stars James, spoke about the project and told fans that the producers are hoping for a wide theatrical reales. They also said that they would appreciate fan support. Fan site Marsters-Mobsters have started a campaign for fans to send postcards and e-mail Shoreline Films to let them know how much you would like to see the film in theatres.
Marsters-Mobsters have postcards which you can download and send (including the one pictured) and also the relevant addresses which are:
Shoreline Entertainment Inc.,
1875 Century Park East, Suite 600
Los Angeles
CA 90067
USA
Phone: 310-551-2060
Fax: 310-201-0729
E-mail: info@shorelineentertainment.com
For full details go to Marsters Mobsters.
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3 November 2006: Michelle Trachtenberg - The Possibility of Fireflies
Michelle Trachtenberg has been cast in The Possibility of Fireflies, an adaptation of the novel by Dominique Paul who will also direct the movie. The stories revolves around a 'single mother struggling to keep her life in order after her husband abandons her, forcing her to raise her two daughters alone'. Michelle will play the older daughter. The film begins shooting in January in South Carolina.
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2 November 2006: Sean Maher - Wedding Wars Air Date
Sean Maher's TV Movie, Wedding March, for US cable network A & E, has been renamed 'Wedding Wars' and is scheduled to be aired 11th December 2006.
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2 November 2006: Jewel Staite Updates Her Blog
Jewel Staite has updated her blog over at www.jewelstaite.net. She confirms her return to Stargate: Atlantis and attendance at the Big Damn Flanvention among other things. Here's what she had to say:
Having just received a request at the Serenity Cubed convention that I get off my ass and write again, I am obeying and sitting down to tell you some more drivel from the life of me.
I guess it's been quite a while, so shall I start with July? Most of it was spent lying on the beach here in my beautiful Vancouver with a plentitude of novels, White Spot veggie burgers, and Snapple. I did manage to get out to Toronto for my first-ever Canadian convention called TCon... had a blast.. met some fellow Canucks... drank more Snapple. Not long after that, my sister in law and brand-new niece moved back from Israel and were kind enough to bring what appeared to be the Norwalk virus with them, so a week was spent with my head over the toilet (one of those nights I was supposed to be singing at my friend Patrick Masse's farewell show, but barfing does not sound so good over the microphone so I skipped it). My husband caught it, the neighbors caught it, basically she took out the entire family and then some. Thanks, Claire.
Luckily, we were well enough in time for Matt's birthday, and good thing, because I surprised him with a weekend in Vegas, because nothing says romance like champagne and slot machines! His 27th was spent with me furtively guarding my "lucky" 25 cent slot machine while he glared at various roulette tables, hopelessly trying to win his hundred bucks back. Classy! But I've been told that's not much to lose, case in point being two guys about our age harping about how much they had lost ("Um, it's a little thing called I'm down two G's"), so we didn't feel so bad. It was an awesome time and I can't wait to go back.
After that, my agent Lisa and I took off to London for the Serenity Cubed convention, which was full of debauchery, lots of laughs, and late nights, as per the "ush". I love, love, love going to those conventions, even though they make me want to sleep for a week straight after. Thanks to all who made it even more memorable than the last, truly. Especially Sean Maher, because, well, you know why. On the way home, (or on a detour on the way home) Lisa and I went to Paris, where we stayed at the Ritz and drank Bloody Marys in the Hemmingway bar, bought trench coats and learned to say "Viva La France!" I have to say, though, that it really is the city of love, and I was missing my Matty something fierce, so I was more than happy to get on the plane and head home... That is, until I realized the guy sitting across from me was off his nut. Don't know what tipped me off - maybe it was him singing showtunes to himself about half an hour into the flight, or telling the flight attendant he was in love with her, or plain old asking me "am I mad??" We contemplated slipping a sleeping pill into his wine, but thought against it, especially since he conked out a few hours later. Thanks for the in-flight entertainment, crazy man!
Now that I'm home, I can confirm that I will be coming on to Stargate Atlantis for a few episodes. I still have no idea who I'm playing, but I do know it's female. I hope. Anyway, I'm really excited to be going back, and they're a great bunch of people and - major plus!! - it shoots at home! So watch for that next season.
I'll also be coming to New England (that chowder better be good, damnnit) for a convention in November called United Fan Con with the sci fi messiah himself, William Shatner. And as for the Flanvention? Oh, it's on.
Jewel
You can view this and her other blogs at www.jewelstaite.net.
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2 November 2006: Nathan Fillion - Fox Deal
Nathan Fillion has signed a talent holding deal with Fox Broadcasting Company and 20th Century Fox TV. Under the deal the studio and network will a develop a comedy or a drama for Nathan, if the project does not go to a pilot, they will then cast him in an existing project.
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2 November 2006: James Marsters - October Q & A Online
James Marsters has answered your questions for October and you can view them online at www.jamesmarsters.com. According to the website there will be no Q & A for November due to James' hectic filming schedule.
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30 October 2006: Alan Tudyk - You Tube Video from Dragon*con
Alan Tudyk recently appeared at Dragon*con where a competition was held to write a Eulogy for Wash. At his Q&A session, Alan read the winning eulogy out and you can watch it at www.youtube.com.
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30 October 2006: David Boreanaz - Updates his Bones blog
David Boreneaz has updated his blog over at the Bones Official website and you can view it at www.fox.com/bones
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26 October 2006: David Boreanaz - Bones Region 1 DVD Cover
The first season of David Boreanaz' series, Bones, is due out on region 1 DVD on November 28th and details of the cover have been released (pictured - click for larger image). The Region 2 DVD is out 30 October 2006. Region one can be pre-ordered from Amazon.com for $34.99 or Playusa.com for CA$54.99, region 2 can be pre-ordered from Amazon.co.uk for £27.89 or play.com for £27.99.
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25 October 2006: Dennis Christopher - The Lost Room Mini Series
Dennis Christopher has been cast in a new mini series for the Sci-Fi Channel (USA) called The Lost Room. The series centres around a homicide detective who 'stumbles upon a mysterious key that unlocks the door to a world of unimaginable power and soon thereafter becomes the target of those who will stop at nothing to claim it'.
Dennis will play, Martin Ruber, a county coroner and colleague of the main character.
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22 October 2006: Tony Head - Video Interview
Anthony Stewart Head recently did an interview with the Mirror to promote video game, Destroy All Humans 2, which Tony has done voicework on. In the interview he talks about Ripper and Him and Us. You can watch it at www.mirror.co.uk. Quicktime required.
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22 October 2006: Rudolf Martin - Cast in Dexter
Rudolf Martin has been cast in Showtime's, Dexter, as drug lord Carlos Guerrero. Dexter also stars Julie Benz.
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11 October 2006: Alan Tudyk - Guest Appearance on CSI
Alan Tudyk will be making an appearance in an episode of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, entitled Burn Out. The episode will be aired at at 9pm, 2nd November 2006 on CBS (USA).
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11 October 2006: Nathan Fillion - Free Slither Screening with Q&A
Horror Film Festival, Screamfest, will be showing the DVD of Nathan Fillion's film, Slither, followed by a Q&A session with director, James Gunn. The screening will take place at the Mann Chinese 6 Theaters, Theater #6, Hollywood, CA, USA on 17th October at 7.30pm. Tickets are free. For full detais and to get your tickets go to www.screamfestla.com.
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11 October 2006: David Boreanaz - Bones Showing in Germany
German TV Station, RTL, will begin showing David Boreanaz' new series, Bones, in double bills Thursday's at 9.15pm from 19th October 2006.
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11 October 2006: Nathan Fillion - Guest Starring on Lost (Spolier Warning for Lost)
E! Online have reported that Nathan Fillion has been cast in at least two epiosdes of Lost. He started filming in Hawaii this week and will be appearing in flashback sequences involving Kate.
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10 October 2006: Watch Fox TV Shows on My Space
Fox have launced a Myspace page where viewers can watch previously aired epoisodes of their shows including David Boreanaz's show, Bones and Gina Torres' show Standoff. You will need to download their viewing software first. Go to www.myspace.com/fox.
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10 October 2006: Tim Minear - Joss Whedon Comments on Drive
Apparantly, Tim Minear popped round to Joss Whedon's house the other day for dinner and whilst there showed him the pilot episode of his new show, Drive. Here's what Joss had to say about it on Whedonesque:
"Now if like me you're, yeah, awesome, Tim Minear comes over for dinner and shows you the pilot of DRIVE. Which was, yeah, awesome. Tim described it to me as "'Magnolia' with cars", which I got 'cause the characters are great, but that didn't prepare me for the intense cool driving action or the gorgeous shooting. Plus you can just see how the show works, which is not always the case with pilots. (Of course, it helps to have Tim sit there and spell out the upcoming twists, which is akin to watching them, as he's ever the spellbinder). Also, ginormous props to my old pal Melanie Lynskey, who's magical in it. It sould be on TV; TV would be grateful. I'm just sayin'. -j."
joss | October 03, 01:31 CET
Read the full Whedonesque thread at www.whedonsesque.com.
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10 Ocober 2006: Eliza Dushku - Watch the Trailer for The Last Supper
The trailer for short film, The Last Supper, starring Eliza Dushku and her brother Nate, can now be seen online at http://scott.abe.us/jesus/jesus.mov.
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6 October 2006: Alyson Hannigan - Watch Farce of the Penguins Trailer
Watch the Trailer for Spoof Movie, Farce of the Penguins, featuring the voice of Alyson Hannigan, at www.ign.com. There are two versions to view, a normal and an uncensored version for which you need to verify your age.
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6 October 2006: Eliza Dushku - Tru Calling Season 2 Comes to the UK
Sky One, currently showing re-runs of Eliza Dushku's cancelled series Tru Calling Season 1, will finally show the short-lived second season on Thursday's at 9pm from 12th October 2006.
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6 Otober 2006: Seth Green - Two Film Deal
Seth Green ahd his Robot Chicken partner, Matthew Seinreich, have signed a two picture deal with Dimension Films. The first film will be a stop-motion animated Christmas feature called, 'Naughty or Nice'. Seth will co-produce the feature, direct the voiceovers and provide the voice of at least one of the main characters.
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6 October 2006: Jewel Staite - Possible Return to Stargate: Atlantis
During a guest talk at Starfury's Serenity Cubed convention, Jewel Staite told attendees that she had been offered a role in Stargate: Atlantis. This would be a different role to here original appearance last season as a wraith. All she knew about the role was that she would play a doctor and at that time she had not decided whether she was going to accept the offer or not.
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6 October 2006: Nathan Fillion - Fangoria Interview Clips
Nathan Fillion was recently interviewd on Fangoria Radio and you can hear clips from the interview on their website at www.fangoriaradion.com.
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6 October 2006: Tim Minear Joins Standoff Staff
Tim Minear has joined the staff of Gina Torres' new series, Standoff as consulting producer. Tim will be helping show runner Chris Silverstein with the day to day operations of the show.
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6 October 2006: Eliza Dushku - Cast in New Teen-Horror Flick
Eliza Dushku has been cast alongside Mike Vogel in a new English-language teen-thriller, Mamba. The story revolves around a group of surfer students who discover an old santanic board game, Mamba. When a player loses, they loose their life as well as the game. Th film begins shooting next week in Spain.
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30 September 2006: Rafael Feldman - Better Days Charity Record
Rafael Feldfman, beeter known in the Whedonverse as Fanty, has co-written a song with his girlfriend, Consuelo Costin, for the American Cancer Society. Consuelo, whose mother is currently fighting cancer, sings and the song can be dowloaded at www.costinmusic.com for a donation to the charity.
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29 September 2006: Christian Kane - Kane Banner Contest
The Official site and MySpace for Christian Kane's band Kane are running a contest for fans to design banners for both the sites. There are rules that you will need to adhere and the winning designs will be featured on the site. They are also asking for your Kane related pictures to create a Kane Around the world gallery. For full details of go to www.myspace.com/kanecountry.
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24 September 2006: James Marsters Cast in New Film
James Marsters has been cast as co-lead in a new feature adaptation of the Cecilia Ahern novel, 'PS I Love You. The story centres around a widow whose life is rejuvenated when letters left by her husband send her on a series of adventures. The film also stars Hilary Swank and Lisa Kudrow. Production begins in October and the film will be distributed by Warner Brothers.
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24 September 2006: Seth Green - Cameo in Weird Al Video
Seth Green has made a cameo appearance in "Weird AL" Yankovic's new video, 'White and Nerdy'. You can watch it at http://www.zombalabelgroup.com/whiteandnerdy/ecardlaunch.htmls. His appearance is very brief so you may need to watch it twice to spot it.
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24 September 2006: James Marsters - Septemer Q&A Online
James Marsters has answered your questions for September and you can find them at his official website, www.jamesmarsters.com.
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24 September 2006: Julie Benz - Watch the pilot for Dexter
Showtime are giving US residents a chance to view the pilot episode of new series, Dexter, starring Julie Benz, online. You can view it at www.sho.com. The password is sneak peak. Unfortunately the Showtime website can only be viewied by US residents.
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23 September 2006: Eliza Dushku - Last Supper at San Diego Film Festival
"For centuries, historians and theologians have passionately debated the question of why Judas betrayed Jesus. Was it jealousy? Mistrust? Was Judas misunderstood? Now the mystery may finally be answered...In never-before-seen footage, J.C. and his entourage of Apostles spend a night at Hollywood's hottest club...it is a night that will be remembered forever.".
Eliza Dushku and her brother Nate both star in, The Last Supper, showing at the San Diego film festival as part of the Torn group of shorts at 8pm 29th September and 12pm on 30th September 2006. For full details go to www.sdff.org.
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21 September 2006: Alan Tudyk - Yuma Remake
Alan Tudyk has joined the cast of Russell Crowe's, '3.10 to Yuma'. The film based on the 1957 western about an outlaw who finds himself in the custody of a small-time rancher who is trying to get him to Yuma for his court date. The film also stars Christian Bale and begins shooting in Mexico in October.
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18 September 2006: David Boreneaz - Clip from Regis & Kelly
David Boreanaz recently appeared on Regis and Kelly to promote the second series of Bones and you can watch it at You Tube.
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18 September 2006: David Boreneaz - Watch Clip from Mr Fix It
In the year between Angel finishing and Bones starting, David Boreanaz was busy making three independant films. You can watch a clip from one of them, Mr Fix It, You Tube.
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18 September 2006: Nathan Fillion Plugs Friend's Book and RPG Site
Nathan Fillion recently stopped by the Firefly Official Board to plug a friend's new book and related Role Playing Game site. Here's what he had to say:
Hello, all. It's been a while since I've posted, and howdidy-doo. I'm posting today to you sci-fi fans, and especially RPGers about my good friend's new book, and subsequently, the new online game called the Rings of Orbis.
http://www.ringsoforbis.com/
I'm logged on, but haven't delved into the game yet. How many of you can figure it out, get back to me, and tell me how to win? Check out the book, I'll be bringing it with me to Cons- autographed, and give a few out. It's called THE SOFTWIRE, the first in a series, and I'm very proud of my pal PJ for writing it. He says he meets Browncoats all the time at conventions, and he can't get over how passionate you all are. He tells folks he knows me, I wonder if people believe him. I don't trust him, just based on looks, but that's my way. Give a shout out to PJ HAARSMA, check out his site, and tell him the Captain sent you.
People more clever than I, would you post this on other sites? People with sites, would you link to his site for me, too?
Keep up the Big Damn Love!
Nathan
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12 September 2006: Joss Whedon To Stay on at Marvel
At the recent Baltimore Comic-Con, Marvel Editor in Chief, Joe Quesada, confirmed that Joss Whedon would continue working for Marvel after his current run of Astonishing X-Men comics had finished. Although he did not give away what Joss would be working on he did states that there would be an announcement soon.
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12 September 2006: Brigid Brannagh - Army Wives Pilot
Brigid Brannagh has been cast in a new pilot for Lifetime, 'Army Wives'. The story revolves around a "sassy woman from the wrong side of the tracks who marries a soldier, moves her kids onto a military base and becomes friends with a diverse group of Army wives". Brigid plays a former cop, mother of two who is carrying twins as a surrogate mother for a couple who can't conceive. Procution begins this month in South Carolina.
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12 September 2006: Seth Green - Four Kings Comes To The UK
Seth Green's prematurely cancelled sit com, Four Kings will premiere on the UK's Living TV channel on 15th September 2006 at 8pm, all thirteen episodes will be show.
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12 September 2006: Mercedes McNab - Playboy Shoot
Mercedes McNab has done a photo shoot for playboy which will appear in the October Issue. Here's a sneak peak.
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12 September 2006: Seth Green - September Q&A Online
Seth Green has answered more of your questions on his official website and you can read the responses or submit a question at www.sethgreenonline.com.
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11 September 2006: Charisma Carpenter - See Jane Date DVD Release
See Jane Date, starring Charisma Carpenter, will be released on Region 1 DVD on 3rd October 2006. You can pre-order this now at amazon for $19.99.
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11 September 2006: Amy Acker - Congratulations on Her Second Child
Amy Acker recently gave birth to her second child, a baby girl named Ava Grace. We would like to offer Amy and her husband James our congratulations on this happy occasion.
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11 September 2006: Joss Whedon - First Look at Stan Lee Tribute Comic
Stan Lee is celebrating his 65th year with Marvel comics and is writing and starring in a series of one shot comics where he will meet some of his greatest creations. The first ome, Stan Lee Meets Spider-Man has been written in collaberation with Joss Whedon and will be on sale on 27 September 2006. You can view a preview of the cover and 6 pages below. Click the pictures for larger images.
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11 September 2006: Anthony Stewart Head - Voices New Video Game Character
Anthony Stewart Head has been cast as the voice of Ponsonby, the head of the British Intelligence Agency MI5 in a new video game subtley titled, 'Destroy All Humans 2". The game is set for release on Xbox and Playstation 2 in October 2006.
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10 September 2006: David Boreneaz - Bones Blog
David Boreanaz has started a blog on the Fox official site for Bones. David shares his thoughts on the episode he is currently filming, snippets of his home life and his behind the scenes pictures at www.fox.com/bones.
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9 September 2006: Seth Green - Family Guy Video Game
Seth Green will join the rest of the cast of Family Guy in providing the voices for the forthcoiming Family Guy Video Game. The game, currently in production, will be available on Xbox and Playstation and will feature multi-character action. A release date has not yet been announced.
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9 September 2006: Emma Caulfield - In Her Mother's Footsteps Showing on LMN
In Her Mother's Footsteps, starring Emma Caulfields, is a Lifetime Movie Network Original and tells the story of a young woman who inherits her mother's visions along with her father's house. The movie will air on LMN at 8.00pm on 12th September 2006 and you can watch the trailer now at www.lmn.com.
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9 September 2006: Amber Benson - Tripping Forward Wins Grand Champion Award
Tripping Forward, starring Amber Benson, has won the Grand Champion Award for Best Film of Festival 2006 at the Calgory Fringe Film Festival. Described as an hilarious buddy comedy, the film revolves around the lives of "two tried and true parrt boys; a struggling actor and an out-of-the-limelight rock star, who foll-heartedly resort to selling cocaine to supermodels to make rent."
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9 September 2006: Eliza Dushku - Watch Video Clip of Eliza Dushku Voiceover
Eliza Dushku has provided the voice for a character on new video game Yakuza and you can watch a short clip of her voiceover session at www.ign.com.
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5 September 2006: David Boreanaz - Watch Bones Season 2 Preview
Bones Season 2 Premiered last week in the US and you can watch the Season 2 preview, originally shgown on Fox after the season 1 finale, and a small clip from one of the episodes on YouTube.
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3 September 2006: Alyson Hannigan/Summer Glau - How I Met Your Mother & The Unit Episodes Online
In order to generate more viewers the CBS Network will be airing episodes of some of their new and renewed shows including two episodes from the second seasons of Alyson Hannigan's 'How I Met Your Mother' and 'The Unit' which Summer Glau has a part in this season. Go to www.cbs.com for more details.
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3 September 2006: David Fury - Win Signed Scripts
To celebrate the relaunch of Buffy & Angel writer, actor and executive producer, David Fury's Official Website, Davidfury.net are giving away autographed scripts from Buffy and 24. All you need to do to be in with a chance of winning is sign up and post on the forums before 15th September 2006. For full details and to enter go to www.davidfury.net.
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2 September 2006: Sarah Michelle Gellar - New Film
Sarah Michelle Gellar has been cast in a new independant film, Addicted, based on a South Korean film , Jungdok'. The story revolves around a woman whose husband and brother-in-law fall into a coma after an accident. When the brother awakes and claims to be her husband she suspects something sinister may be at work.
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2 September 2006: Nathan Fillion -Vote in the Fuse Chainsaw Awards
Music Television Network Fuse and Magazine Fangoria have teamed up to host the first ever televised Fuse Fangoria Chainsaw Awards. Nathan Fillion's film Slither, has been nominated in categories for Relationship from Hell (best couple or duo), Highest Body Count and Looks That Kill (Special Makeup FX). Nathan himself has been nominated in the category Dude You Don;'t Wanna Mess With (Hero) for his character in Slither. You can cast your vote now at http://fuse.tv/chainsaw/index.php. The winners will be announced at ceremony to be broadcast on Fuse on 22nd October 2006.
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1 September 2006: David Boreanaz - Video Interview from Fox Upfront
David Boreanaz and his Bones co-star Emily Deschanel, recently attended the Fox UPfront and spoke to TV Guide. You can watch the video at www.tvguide.com.
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1 September 2006: Anthony Stewart Head - Persuasion & Little Britain Christmas Special
Anthony Stewart Head has been cast in a new adaptation of Jane Austin's novel, Persuasuion for ITV 1 (UK). He will be playing the role of Sir Walter Elliot. Anthony has also filmed the Little Britain Christmas special which will be aired on the BBC (UK) on 26th December 2006.
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1 September 2006: Nathan Fillion - Wolfe Releasing buys Outing Riley
Wolfe Releasing have aquired the festival, broadcast and home video rights of seven new feature films including Nathan Fillion's 'Outing Riley'. Outing Riley, written and directed by Pete Jones winner of US movie makers reality show Project Greenlight, follows the story of the youngest brother of an Irish Catholoic family struggling to come out of the closet. There are no details as yet as when the film will be released.
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31 August 2006: Jeremy Renner - Cast in 28 Weeks Later
Jeremy Renner has been cast the sequel to 28 Days Later entitled 28 Weeks Later. The story is set in a re-populated London after the cure of the Rage virus, of course the population becomes re-infected and Jeremy, as Sgt Doyle, must work to restore order.
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27 August 2006: Summer Glau - The Unit
Summer Glau has been cast in The Unit as the girlfriend of a new Unit member played by Daniel Wisler. This is not the first time a Whedonverse alumi has been cast in the show, Amy Acker was part of the original line up but her character was changed before filming began.
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27 August 2006: Chiwetel Ejiofor - Cast in American Gangster
Chiwetel Ejiofor as been cast in new Universal Pictures movie American Gangster alongside Russel Crowe and Denzel Washington. Set in the 1970's American Gangster is based on the life of drug kingpin-turned-informant Frank Lucas who shipped herion to the US in the coffins of soldiers killed in Vietnam. Chiwetel will play the brother of Lucas.
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23 August 2006: Joss Whedon -Top 25 TV Characters
After a discussion on Whedonesque concerning Slither writer and director James Gunn's Top 25 TV Characters List on his blog and how he left out Captain Mal Reynolds, Joss Whedon has compiled his own Top 25 TV Characters and posted them. Here's what he came up with:
Hi! Remember me? I don't. But I think I have something to do with writing stuff, or writing ABOUT stuff -- I might be a food critic. I'm pretty critical about food, so that's probably it.
Anywhy, I couldn't look at Mr Gunn's nice list without suddenly being compelled to make one of my own. What is it about lists? Are they like soft-shell crab with a mango coulis, where... actually I don't know where that's heading. Possibly to ADVENTURE! I made a list.
Following James' rules, but also adding a "no shows of my own" clause, here's the first awesome 25 I could come up with. Let the debate be debatey! (oh, also I'm not bothering to spell check, IMDB, or ask anyone about things I only partially remember. So best of luck knowing what the hell I'm typing about.) In no particular order:
1) #6. (See, it really is no particular order, or this would be about 5 later.) Patrick McGoohan retaining ultimate cool in the face of existential, Kalfka-esque shennanigans and a giant floating Blancmange.
2) George Michael Bluth. Arrested Development is impossible to choose from, but the buttoned-down kid is usually the character I can't stand and George Michael is frikkin' adorable. Poor little guy.
3) Does anybody remember the desperate last-minute revamp of "Beauty and the Beast"? Where they got all thrillery, killed Linda Hamilton and replaced her with Jo Anderson as a sort of female Will Graham (before half the characters on TV were sort of female Will Grahams-- before, in fact, Clarisse Starling)? Well she was awesome. Cool, and wicked beautiful, and being stalked by Lance Henriksen as a guy named "Snow"! The stuff of life! Show died in a month.
4) Belzer from Hill Street Blues. Guy could not partner with anyone who didn't die. The actor, the wannabe hero, the 'tard, the nice lady -- they were all meat for the Belzergrinder. I don't care how repetative it was -- he was feral, funny and human. Eating out of a can on X-mas, getting a call -- that's a wrong number -- and never for a moment feeling sorry for himself. Wow. I feel sorry for myself all the time, and I eat from very fancy cans.
5) Josh Lyman from the West Wing. Another 'throw a stone, hit a favorite', but Josh has a thing. That thing is called Donna.
6) Ed Asner in any show featuring Lou Grant. Solid, baby. Oh, I'll just slide my character from high comedy to high drama like people do all the time. What's that you say? Well, surely very often, yes? No?
7) Gordon Jackson: Mr Hudson the Butler in Upstairs Downstairs. The avatar of cool, except in that late episode where they made him cry over some young woman which was entirely unseemly.
8) Lisa Kudrow as Phoebe on Friends. Yeah, backlash etc, but that was one of the best written shows ever for a spell and when it was she could not miss. Really unique.
9) President Stands-With-A-Fist from BSG. The role she was born for. You wanna go head to head with Edward James Almos? Perhaps you don't remember what a bad-ass he was on Miami vice. So bad-ass, in fact, that he's
10) so there.
11) Rod Serling on the Twilight Zone. He wasn't a character per se, he was just TV at its finest and smoking at its coolest.
12) Quincy M.D. Or my wife will divorce me. But also, yeah.
13) Logan from V Mars. Smirking his way into TV history.
14) The american Office is another throw-a-stone, but I'm giving it up for Jim, 'cause I've watched that scene between him and Pam in the season 2 finale like 17 times and his readings are smooth like booze. Also, he's the person in that scene who's not married to James Gunn, so I can rant and nobody gets freaked. (I fear James as I fear few things.)
15) Agent Dale Cooper. 'Cause pie.
16) Finola Hughes, Anna Devane on General Hospital. Why does she flirt with me so?
17) Jonathan Banks in Wiseguy. Here's a guy doomed to play heavies in movies like "Freejack" -- throw some wire-rimmed glasses on him and he becomes the coolest man on the tube. (3rd use of 'cool'. This isclearly important to me, this 'cool'.) While Ken Wahl lost his mind and gained his weight, Banks anchored the show from first to last. Indelible.
18) Unfrozen Caveman Lawyer. This may be stretching the rules, but your modern world frightens and confuses me and he's on the damn list.
19) Kristie MacNichol on Family. Early crush. Can't remember much more.
20) That car rental guy from Veronica Ma -- oh this is too cheesy even for me. Columbo.
21) Bea Arthur as Maude. Or in anything ever. But mostly Maude.
22) Jerry Orbach in Law and Order. I hated the obligatory wisecrack, but Jerry is New York personified (and a Broadway Hoofer) and as real as it gets...
23) ...Unless it gets to Dennis Farina in Crime Story, who actually WAS a cop before he started acting. Tough guy, great cars, whatashow. The bad guy gets nuked. NUKED.
24) Dick Van Dyke. He's diagnosing... murder! Also I think he had a sitcom.
25) House. If you saw him in Blackadder, even more so, but if you haven't, House. The last great humanist.
'Kay. That's that then. First off, what's up with all the cops? Even Finola on GenHo was Chief of Police. Second, I reserve the right to wake up tomorrow and scream bloody murder at remembering the 25 I actually like much better. In fact, I think I'll do it now. BLOODY MURRDERRRR!!!!!
I feel better. Back to work, Crachitt.
-Joss.
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23 August 2006: Nathan Fillion - Narrates Fringe Documentary
Nathan Fillion has provided narration for a documentary about Edmondton, Canada, Nathan's hometown, Fringe. The Fringe - Acting Up was shot last season and looks at several groups competing for recognition and audiences at the festival. The documentary is currently screening nightly at this year's festival.
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23 August 2006: David Boreanaz - Bones Region 2 DVD Release Date
The first season of David Boreanaz' series Bones, will be released on Region 1 DVD on 28th November 2006. Meanwhile the Region 2 DVD release has been put back from 7th August to 9th October 2006. Region 1 can be pre-ordered at amazon.com for $34.99, and Region 2 can be pr-ordered at play.com for £27.99 or amazon.co.uk for £29.99.
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22 August 2006: Anthony Stewart Head - New Comedy Movie
Anthony Stewart Head has been cast in a new UK Comedy Movie called 'Sparkle'. 'Sparkle' tells the story of a young aspiring singer who moves from his home town Liverpool to London to further his career with his mum in tow. More details can be found at www.gov.im.
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21 August 2006: Doug Petrie - Joins CSI Staff
Former Buffy writer, Doug Petrie, has joined the writing staff at CSI who they hoping will help bring a wilder take to the storytelling.
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21 August 2006: James Marsters - August Q&A Online
James Marsters' has answered your questions for August and you can view the replies at www.jamesmarsters.com.
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21 August 2006: Amber Benson - Supernatural
Amber Benson has filmed an episode of Supernatural, although unable to reveal anything about her character, she disclose that it was a 'very juicy guest spot' and that she gets to wear 'some bitchin' cowboy boots'. No details yet as to when the episode will be aired.
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21 August 2006: Morena Baccarin - Stars in New TV Series
Morena Baccarin has been cast as a lead in proposed new TV series for TNT, 'Heartland'. The series revolves around transplant surgery in Pittsburgh.
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21 August 2006: Vincent Kartheiser/Christina Hendricks - Mad Men
Vincent Karthieser and Christina Hendricks have been cast in a new period series for AMC, 'Mad Men'. 'Mad Men' follows the personal and professional lives of New York advertising executives circa 1960 and is set to air in June 2007.
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21 August 2006: Veronica Mars Season 2 DVD Extras
Season 2 of Veronica Mars, featuring Joss Whedon, Alyson Hannigan and Charisma Carpenter will be released on DVD on 22 August 2006. Amongst the extras will be a gag reel including outtakes from the episode featuring Joss Whedon, 'Rat Saw God'.
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13 August 2006: Sarah Michelle Gellar - Watch Trailer for The Return
The trailer for Sarah Michelle Gellar's new film, The Return' is now online and you can watch it at AOL's Moviefone. The film gets it's theatical release in the US on 10th November 2006.
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13 August 2006 - Tony Head Auctions Giles' Jacket
Anthony Stewart Head is auctioning off Giles' BCBG Maxazria Jacket which was worn in the Buffy Season 5 episode Family. The jacket comes with a certificate of authenticity from the WB. The second highest bidder will receive a copy of Sarah Fisher's book, 'Know Your Horse Inside Out' signed by both Sarah and Anthony. All proceeds will go to the Gambia Horse & Donkey Trust. For full details and to place your bid go to www.anthonyhead.org.
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13 August 2006: Marti Noxon - Quits Brothers and Sisters
Marti Noxon has decided to leave her position as showrunner on ABC's new show, 'Brothers and Sisters'. 'Creative diffierences', is the official reason given for Marti's decision. We wish her luck in whatever project she chooses next.
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13 August 2006: Charisma Carpenter - Voodoo Moon DVD Release Date
Voodoo Moon staring Charisma Carpenter will be released on Region 1 DVD on 3rd October 2006 and on Region 2 on 9th October 2006. The region 1 DVD is priced at $19.98, Region 2 is available for pre-order at Amazon.co.uk for £5.99. Click on the image for larger picture of the DVD cover.
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12 August 2006: Adam Baldwin - Auctions Signed Firefly Scripts
With a little help from the California Browncoats, Adam Baldwin is auctioning off his Firefly scripts which have been signed the full cast, Joss Whedon and Tim Minear. These are the actual scripts that Adam used whilst filming the episodes. All profits made will got to his favourite charity, Marine Corps - Law Enforcement Foundation. Details of all the auctions can be found at www.californiabrowncoats.org.
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12 August 2006: Elisabeth Rohm/Sean Astin - new ABC Show
Elisabeth Rohm and Angel director, Sean Astin have been cast in episodes of a new show ABC anthology show. Masters of Science Fiction will be a six-episode series based on short stories by some of the sci-fi genre's top writers. The show should air duriing the forthcoming 2006-2007 season.
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12 August 2006: Nicholas Brendon/Charisma Carpenter - Relative Chaos Air Date
Relative Chaos, the ABC TV Movie starring Nicholas Brendon and Charisma Carpenter will air on 4th September 2006 at 8pmon the ABC Family Channel. The film tells the story of the Gilbert family's annual games week in which siblings Dil, Gil and Lil compete for the family trophy.
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12 August 2006: Eliza Dushku - in Sex and Breakfast
Eliza Dushku has been cast alongside Macauley Culkin in a new film Sex and Breakfast. The film foucses on a couple who are advised by their therapist to indulge in group sex when they find themselves unsatisfied with their sex lives.
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12 August 2006: James Marsters - Watch Official Trailer for Shadow Puppets
The Official trailer for James Marsters' straight to DVD movie, Shadow Puppets, is now online and you can watch it at www.shorelineentertainment.com.
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11 August 2006: Joss Whedon - Interview from Comic News Insider
The Comic News Insider Podcast recently attended the San Diego Comic Con and interviewed Joss Whedon and John Cassaday. You can download and listen to the podcast at http://cni.libsyn.com. The Joss interview is about 25 minutes in.
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11 August 2006: Super Espacicos.com at London Film & Comic Con
Spanish website Super Espacicos.com recently attended London Film & Comic Con, had a lot of fun, spoke to Nathan Fillion and Alan Tudyk, amongst others, and made a little film. You can watch it at www.superespacicos.com, you will need to scroll down the page a little and bear with the video as a lot of it is in Spanish.
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11 August 2006: Seth Green - Keepin' It Real
'Keepin' It Real' is your chance to ask Seth Green a question via his official website, www.sethgreenonline.com, similar to the James Marsters' Q&A, you submit your questions and each month Seth will reply to a selection of them. You can see Seth's answers for June and July at www.sethgreenonline.com.
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11 August 2006: Joss Whedon - Preview of Joss Whedon, Wonder Boy
David Lavery, author of the forthcoming book on Joss Whedon, 'Joss Whedon, Wonder Boy' has published a preview of the book on his website. It's rather long and you can read it at www.davidlavery.net.
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11 August 2006: Leonard Roberts - Heroes on iTunes
NBC are promoting their new show, Heroes, starring Leonard Roberts, by making it available for free download exclusively on iTunes from 1 September 2006. AMC, Cinemark and Regal Theaters will be handing out cards with a pin number which will enable viewers to access a special Heroes preview section of iTunes where the pilot episode, behind the scenes footage and more will be availabvle for download.
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11 August 200: Sean Maher - New TV Movie
Sean Maher has been cast in a new A&E telepic entitled Wedding March which focuses on the gay marriage.
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11 August 2006: James Marsters - Mid-Q&A Q&A's
James Marsters has answered a couple more of your questions to "cure the Mid-Q&A blues' on his official site. You can find them at www.jamesmarsters.com.
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6 August 2006: Georges Jeanty - Ask Buffy Comic Artist A Question
Georges Jeanty, the artist for the new Buffy Season 8 Comics, will be attending Dragon*Con in September. Hellmouth Central have an exclusive interview with him and they want your questions. If you have any burning questions you wish to ask send it to mlee@blkswann.com. Check out Hellmouth Central after Dragon*Con to see if your question was asked.
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3 August 2006: Doug Petrie/Jane Espenson - Write 'The Batman' Episodes.
Doug Petrie and Jane Espenson are among the writers lined up for the new season of Kids' WB's 'The Batman' series. The Batman can be seen on Kids' WB Saturdays at 11am.
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3 August 2006: Andy Hallett - Birthday Message
Andy Hallett turns 31 on the 4th August and you can leave him a birthday wish at the Nude Chocolate Lorne Society. They will then try and get all the messages to Andy at a future fan event.
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3 August 2006: Nick Brendon - New Audio Blog
Nick Brendon has at long last updated his blog, the first time since September last week. He talks about his new play, Lobster Alice, among other things and you can hear it at www.nickbrendon.com.
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2 August 2006: David Greenwalt - Producing new SCi-Fi Show
David Greenwalt is the Consulting Producer for a new Sci-Fi Channel show, Eureka!. The show centres around a group of weird geniuses conducting experiments that will often go awry. You can watch the pilot episode for free (US residents only) at www.scifi.com. Eureka will be coming to the UK, courtesy of SKY TV soon.
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2 August 2006: Nicholas Brendon - Send Your Best Wishes
Nicholas Brendon made his theatre debut in Lobster Alice at the The Blank, Los Angeles on 27th July and you can send him your best wishes, and contribute to the fund for his closing night gift at www.nickbrendon.com.
Tickets are still available and you can book at www.theblank.com
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2 August 2006: Fox Announces Fall Season Premiere Dates
Fox have announced the premiere dates for the new season and Whedonverse related shows are as follows:
Bones (David Boreanaz) Season 2 - 30 August 8pm
Standoff (Gina Torres) Series Premiere - 5 September 8pm
Family Guy (Seth Green) 10 September 9pm.
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2 August 2006: Alexa Davalos - New Film
Alexa Davalos is set to star in a new film based on a book by Charles Baxter, 'The Feast of Love'. Alexa will play the lead role of Chloe, 'a sensual free spirit who comes in theg lives of a group of friends in suburban Oregan and changes them in unexpected ways'. Morgan Freeman, Greg Kinmnear and Selma Blair, amongst others, will also star.
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27 July 2006: Chiwetel Ejiofor - Watch The Trailer for Children of Men
Watch the trailer for Chiwetel Ejiofor's new film, Children of Men at www.apple.com.
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24 July 2006: Hinton Battle - To Direct Evil Dead Musical
Hinton Battle is set to co-direct a new musical version of the classic Evil Dead film. The musical, which has already been workshopped in Toronto and Montreal, will hit New York in October 2006.
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24 July 2006: Eliza Dushku - Narrates Audio Book
Following in James Marsters, Eliza Dushku has provided narration for the Lauren Weisberger novel Everyone Worth Knowing. You can buy the audio book from amazon.com for $20.37 at www.amazon.com or a download for $15.95 at www.amazon.com.
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23 July 2006: D.B. Woodside - Becomes 24 Regular
Day 6 of 24 will begin airing in January 2007 and D.B. Woodside will return as Wayne Palmer as a season regular.
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23 July 2006: Tim Minear - Signs Deal with 20th Century Fox TV
Tim Minear has signed a two year deal with 20th Cetury Fox Television with an option for a third year. Under the contract, Tim will work on existing series and develop new drama projects which includes his pilot Drive.
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23 July 2006: Nathan Fillion - Slither DVD Release Date
Universal has announced that Slither will be released on Region 1 DVD and HD-DVD on 24th October 2006, extras include a audio commentary with the director and Nathan Fillion and a Who is Bill Pardy? feature. Both versions are available for pre-order on amazon.com for $20.99 (DVD) and $27.95 (HD DVD). The region 2 version will be released on 16 October 2006 and is available for pre-order on play.com for £14.99.
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23 July 2006: Mark Lutz - Writes and Stars in Victor
Mark Lutz has written a screenplay for a bio pic about gold medallist swimmer, Victor Davis, entitled Victor. Mark, a swimmer himself in his youth, was inspired by the tragic story of the gold meddalist who died in a car accident months after retiring from the sport and will star in the CBC-TV film as well as doing all his own swimming stunts.
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22 July 2006: James Marsters - Q&A for July Online
July's edition of the James Marsters' Q&A is now online at Official Website and you can view it and submit questions of your own at www.jamesmarsters.com.
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22 July 2006: Michelle Trachtenberg - Dragonlance the Movie
Michelle Trachtenberg will be adding her voice to the cast of Dragonlance, the animated adaption of Dragons of Autumn Twilight. Michelle will voice the character of Tika Waylan. Dragons of Autumn Twighlight is a book based on the role playing game, Dragonlance, which was originally created as an extension of Dungeons and Dragons.
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22 July 2006: Tamara Taylor - Joins The Cast of Bones
Tamara Taylor, River's Teacher in Serenity, will be joining the cast of Bones as Dr Camille Saroyan, the Coroner and Brennan's boss. Also making an appearance as the mother of Booth's child is Jessica Capshaw who previously starred alongside David Boreanaz in Valentine.
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12 July 2006: Tony Head - Only Fools On Horses
Anthony Stewart Head and his partner Sarah Fisher will be appearing on celebrity charity horse show, Only Fools On Horses this week. Their episode will be filmed today and shown between the 12th to 14th July 2006. The show goes out each night at 9pm on BBC 1 (UK). For those with satelite, cable or freeview, Tony and Sarah will also be appearing live on the BBC3 show, Only Fools on Horses On Three tonight at 10pm.
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12 July 2006: James Marsters - New Audio Book
After the success of his previous audio books in the Dresden Files series by Jim Butcher, Storm Front, Fool Moon and Grave Peril, it has been announced that James Marsters will be reading the fourth book in the series, Summer Knight. There are no details yet as to when this will be released.