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When Kirsten Storms joined Days of Our Lives as Belle Black in 1999, it marked a big shift in the landscape of the soap. As the daughter of one of the show’s most popular supercouples of all time, John Black (Drake Hogestyn) and Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall), Belle and her pals, Shawn Brady (Jason Cook), Philip Kiriakis (Jay Kenneth Johnson), Mimi Lockhart (Farah Fath) and Chloe Lane (Nadia Bjorlin), represented the next generation of Salem and were introduced at a time when teen-centric shows like Beverly Hills, 90210 and Dawson’s Creek were already popular with young audiences. For Storms, who had been performing in front of the camera for most of her life and had just filmed the now-beloved Disney film, Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century, joining the soap marked a significant pivot from her earlier roles. “That was a reality check for how hard actors work,” she recalls...

Belle and Shawn’s relationship on Days of Our Lives has been a long and complicated one, marked by young love, interference, betrayal, and numerous attempts at reconciliation. Here’s a detailed timeline:

The Early Years (1999-2004)

High School Sweethearts: Shawn-Douglas Brady (then Jason Cook) and Belle Black (then Kirsten Storms), the children of supercouples Bo (Peter Reckell) and Hope (Kristian Alfonso) and John (the late Drake Hogestyn) and Marlena (Deidre Hall), began their romance as teenagers at Salem High. They were depicted as deeply in love, experiencing typical high school milestones like romantic dates and school dances.

Jan Spears’ Interference: Their young love faced a significant challenge when Shawn’s classmate, Jan Spears (Heather Lindell), claimed he fathered her baby after a school trip to Puerto Rico (the baby was conceived through a rape). To protect Jan from further trauma, Shawn claimed paternity, devastating Belle and leading to their breakup.

T.J. Miller has signed on to star in the upcoming independent techno-thriller A.I. Heart U, written and directed by Jason Cook. The film, which explores artificial intelligence and its impact on human relationships, features an ensemble cast that includes Zach Gilford, Heather Morris, Kayla Compton, and Jonathan Kite.

Miller will portray Marco, an eccentric AI tech partner, in what the filmmaker describes as a cautionary tale about artificial intelligence. “This is a cautionary tale about AI, but framing it as a tool, not an inherent evil. This is a story about a bad guy enabled by AI, kinda like Faust,” Cook said.

The project is being produced by Cook alongside Trent Garret under their newly formed Blue Collar Productions. A.I. Heart U is the first of four planned films in a fully funded slate from the company. The production has been underway in Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon.

Miller, widely...

Exclusive: T.J. Miller is now starring in the techno thriller A.I. Heart You, written and directed by Jason Cook. The stand-up comedian and Silicon Valley alum joins an ensemble that includes Zach Gilford, Heather Morris, Kayla Compton and Jonathan Kite.

Miller takes on the role of Marco, an eccentric AI tech partner, in the film’s exploration of artificial intelligence and human relationships.

“This is a cautionary tale about AI, but framing it as a tool, not an inherent evil. This is a story about a bad guy enabled by AI, kinda like Faust,” Cook said. “We’re just grateful to have such an incredible cast to bring it to life.”

Cook and producer Trent Garret are making the movie through their newly formed Blue Collar Productions, in what will be the first of four movies in a fully funded slate.

Cook is also producing the film which has...

Last seen in Genoa City in 2023, actress Brytni Sarpy is set to reprise her role as Dr. Elena Dawson on CBS’ “The Young and the Restless.”

According to several since-deleted posts on her Instagram Stories timeline, as reported by Soap Opera Digest, Sarpy revealed on Tuesday that she is back at the Television City studio where the daytime drama tapes, with one post containing a photo of dressing room door with a message on it stating “13,000 episodes,” followed by the words “Brytni Sarpy, Dr. Elena Dawson, Welcome back — we miss you!!!” In the caption, Sarpy said, “Missed you too.” Sarpy also shared another photo of herself and co-star Hayley Erin (Claire), who she previously worked alongside during their time at “General Hospital,” where Sarpy portrayed Valerie Spencer and Erin portrayed Kiki Jerome.

“Is it Valerie & Kiki or Elena & Claire?” read the caption of Sarpy’s post, referring to hers and Erin’s alter egos.

Exclusive: The CAA agent who brokered the sale of Dreaming Whilst Black to A24 is to head up Emily in Paris producer Jax Media’s UK division.

Katie Gahamire joins the LA outfit’s London hub as Creative Director, replacing Molly Seymour, who recently moved to BBC Studios. Jax has also signed former Disney Star exec Hussain Casey-Ahmed as Production Executive.

The hires will help Imagine Entertainment-owned Jax expand its UK originals, alongside producing U.S. projects from the UK. Since launch, Jax UK commissions have included Channel 4’s Simon Bird-starrer Everyone Else Burns, which was picked up by The CW and has been recommissioned for a second season, and BBC Three short form show Peck Eds. The hub also made Clem Garritty’s Showtime pilot Jonah Kills.

Gahamire has spent the past six years working across the television and comedy departments at CAA, where she helped...

Soap alum Jacob Young is set to star in and co-direct “Murder Between Friends,” an independent film about a legendary TV star who tries to solve a murder that occurred at her countryside estate. Joan Collins leads the cast, which also includes “Days of our Lives” alum Nadia Bjorlin (ex-Chloe Lane).

“It’s very Agatha Christie, sort of ‘Knives Out’ without having a hundred million dollars to shoot it, but still will be a lovely film nonetheless,” Young told Michael Fairman TV last month while out promoting another film he recently starred in called “Four For Fun.” Jason Cook directed that film, which also stars Brytni Sarpi.

Other actors set to appear in “Murder Between Friends” include British soap star Toby-Alexander Smith, Jim Borstelmann, Espen Hatleskog and Czech actress Hana Vagnerová. “All My Children” alum Trent Garrett (ex-Asher Pike) is reportedly set to co-direct alongside Young, with the film based...

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 tied for best family movie at the 30th Annual Movieguide Awards, which honor “the best of family-friendly movies and television programs and spiritually uplifting entertainment.”

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power won the award for best mature audience television, and Resistance: 1942 won the award for best mature audience movies.

The honors also include the top award of the Grace Prizes for Most Inspiring Performances in Movies & TV, which are given to an actor or actress for the best performance in a movie or a television program. Candace Cameron Bure won the Grace for TV for A Christmas…Present, while Pat Boone won the Grace for movies for The Mulligan.

The Kairos Prize announced that Alice Bowden and David Hyde (Hope From the Ashes) were the winners of the 2022-23 scriptwriting competition that focuses exclusively on uplifting screenplays.

Terry Crews is set to host the 30th annual Movieguide Awards, where Chrissy Metz will give a musical performance.

The awards, which honor “the best of family-friendly movies and television programs and spiritually uplifting entertainment,” will be handed out at a Feb. 10 ceremony taking place at the Avalon Theater in Hollywood that will air on UPtv on Feb. 26.

This will mark the third time Crews has hosted the Movieguide Awards. Metz, meanwhile, will perform in celebration of the release of When I Talk To God, I Talk About You, an inspirational children’s book she wrote with Bradley Collins.

Presenters at the ceremony will include Candace Cameron Bure, Paula Abdul, Kate Flannery, Kathy Ireland, Bruce Davison, Haylie Duff, Rob Meyes, Tiffany Daniels, Feny Rokpthavana, Reagan To, Kristi Murdoch, Jonathan Roumie, Jason Cook and Michelle Morgan.

“We are thrilled to celebrate inspirational movies, streaming, and television programs in person this year,...

An inter-generational zombie horror-comedy, an Alan Partridge-presented travelogue, Rowan Atkinson fighting a bee… 2021 British TV comedy is a broad church, and that’s before we’ve come to all the stand-ups slicing up their Edinburgh shows into streaming half-hours and Daisy May Cooper playing a 17th century witch. Here’s the info about those new shows and more.

This list will be kept updated through the year as new commissions, casting and release dates arrive. Here’s a look back at the new British comedies that arrived in 2020, here are the new British dramas on their way this year, and here are 2021’s best returning British TV series.

And Did Those Feet

In addition to a second series for The One Show-spoofing This Time With Alan Partridge, the son of Norwich is back to poke fun at the history TV genre. With a working title of And Did Those Feet,...

1977: ABC's serialized comedy series Soap premiered.

1979: The Edge of Night's Raven clashed with Elliot.

1985: Days of our Lives' Marlena & Richard made love.

1985: Gh's Anna told Robert that Robin was his daughter."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1969: Susan Lucci and Helmet Huber were married. Lucci joined All My Children for its debut a few months later playing ambitious teenager Erica Kane. The Hubers are celebrating their 46th anniversary today.

1971: On The Doctors, Dr. Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) visited her mother, who was recovering from a stroke.

1966: Dark Shadows' Burke gave Carolyn false info on his return.

1991: Another World's Cass saved Kathleen, then took her on a caper.

1992: Aaron Spelling primetime soap Melrose Place premiered.

2002: Days of our Lives' Gemini Twins were rescued."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1935: Radio soap opera Girl Alone premiered. Betty Winkler starred as Patricia Rogers. The cast included future Days of our Lives patriarch Macdonald Carey.

1949: The radio version of The Brighter Day, which premiered on October 11, 1948, aired on NBC for the final time.

1965: Peyton Place's Elliot learned he was a grandfather.

1971: Dark Shadows' Gabriel stabbed Kendrick.

1989: Another World's original Donna Love returned.

2004: All My Children's Bianca remembered killing Michael."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1962: On The Edge of Night, Louise (Mary K. Wells) learned about Phil's (Ray MacDonnell) car crash, unaware that he had been replaced by a double, John Lambert (Ray MacDonnell).

1965: On As the World Turns, Chris (Don MacLaughlin) told Pa (Santos Ortega) about a rare disease that Dan had contracted,...

1988: Gh's Julian shared a hotel room with college sweetheart

Cheryl. 1999: Shawn & Belle met on Days. 2002: Oltl's

Natalie & Jessica found out they were both Viki's daughters.

2002: Gl's Alexandra held an Ex-Wives Club board meeting."The best prophet of the future is the past."

― Lord Byron

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1968: On The Doctors, Dr. Maggie Powers (Lydia Bruce) made up an excuse get Dr. Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) over to her place on Friday night for a surprise bridal shower.

1972: On The Doctors, Dr. Althea Davis explained to Dr. Matt Powers that Dr. Nick Bellini kicked her out when she showed up...

1982: As the World Turns' Bob married Miranda.

1985: Jon Hensley debuted as Holden Sndyer on Atwt.

1999: Jason Cook debuted as Shawn Brady on Days of our Lives.

1999: The Young and the Restless' Nikki battled Diane."The best prophet of the future is the past."

― Lord Byron

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1964: On Peyton Place, Betty (Barbara Parkins) was afraid to tell Rodney (Ryan O'Neal) about her pregnancy out of fear he would believe she was trapping him into a relationship.

1970: Actor Herb Holcombe died at age 65. He played Adam Bilodeau in Dark Shadows.

1979: On As the World Turns, when Lisa Colman (Eileen Fulton...

1972: Search for Tomorrow's Jo and Tony were married.

1977: Days of our Lives' Marlena was locked in a sanitarium.

1997: General Hospital's Brenda was left at the altar.

1998: Y&R's Drucilla surprised Neil and Victoria."The best prophet of the future is the past."

― Lord Byron

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1955: On British radio soap opera The Archers, Grace died in the Brookfield stables.

1972: On Search for Tomorrow, Joanne Tate (Mary Stuart) married Dr. Tony Vincente (Anthony George).

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1977: On Days of our Lives, Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall) was trapped in the sanitarium, mistaken for her twin sister,...

1977: ABC's serialized comedy series Soap premiered.

1979: The Edge of Night's Raven clashed with Elliot.

1985: Days of our Lives' Marlena & Richard made love.

1985: Gh's Anna told Robert that Robin was his daughter."The best prophet of the future is the past."

― Lord Byron

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1969: Susan Lucci and Helmet Huber were married. Lucci joined All My Children for its debut a few months later playing ambitious teenager Erica Kane. The Hubers are celebrating their 46th anniversary today.

1971: On The Doctors, Dr. Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) visited her mother, who was recovering from a stroke.

1977: Primetime comedic serial Soap premiered on ABC.

1966: Dark Shadows' Burke gave Carolyn false info on his return.

1991: Another World's Cass saved Kathleen, then took her on a caper.

1992: Aaron Spelling primetime soap Melrose Place premiered.

2002: Days of our Lives' Gemini Twins were rescued."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."

― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1935: Radio soap opera Girl Alone premiered. Betty Winkler starred as Patricia Rogers. The cast included future Days of our Lives patriarch Macdonald Carey.

1965: Peyton Place's Elliot learned he was a grandfather.

1971: Dark Shadows' Gabriel stabbed Kendrick.

1989: Another World's original Donna Love returned.

2004: All My Children's Bianca remembered killing Michael."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."

― Machiavelli

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1962: On The Edge of Night, Louise (Mary K. Wells) learned about Phil's (Ray MacDonnell) car crash, unaware that he had been replaced by a double,...

Fran Drescher and legendary director/actor Peter Bogdanovich will co-star in The Creatress, a drama co-produced by Café Oscuro Films and Digital Cuvee. Written and directed by Jason Cook, the film centers on best-selling author Eryn Bellow who concludes her bookstore tour with her agent selling film rights and closing a six figure advance for her follow-up. Headwinds arise as critics get offended by the claims that Eryn is being declared a living literary legend. The…...

The trailer for Extraordinary Tales has arrived. Based on some of Edgar Allan Poe's most notable works, Extraordinary Tales is narrated by Guillermo del Toro along with other iconic artists. Also: more details on A&E's The Enfield Haunting, Diamond Select Toys at Nycc, and release details for Dark Awakening.

Extraordinary Tales: "A film anthology of five of Edgar Allan Poe’s best-known stories, each told in a unique graphic style and featuring some of the most beloved figures in horror film history. Adapting the look and variety of a classic horror anthology, Extraordinary Tales offers heart-pounding takes on The Tell-Tale Heart, The Pit and the Pendulum, The Fall of the House of Usher, The Facts in the Case of Mr. Valdemar, and The Masque of the Red Death. Each tale is given a unique animated look, inspired by sources as diverse as classic Hollywood black-and-white monster films,...

Come Nov. 8, the sands will have passed through the hourglass for a cool 50 years. And to commemorate Days of Our Lives‘ upcoming christening as NBC’s longest-running scripted drama, the sudser has unveiled a returning star-studded, nostalgic promo.

RelatedAlison Sweeney Exits Biggest Loser After 13-Season Run as Host

On hand for the run-up to the golden anniversary will be Peter Reckell (as Bo), Stephen Nichols (“Patch”), Alison Sweeney (Sami), Jason Cook (Shawn), Thaao Penghlis (Andre), Martha Madison (Belle), Camila Banus (Gabi) and Tamara Braun (Ava), while storylinewise Days will kick off a serial killer mystery this Thursday, extending past...

One of Salem’s most unpredictable residents is popping back in for a visit.

Tamara Braun, who portrayed Mafia princess Ava Vitali on Days of Our Lives in 2008, will return for the soap’s upcoming 50th anniversary.

RelatedDays of Our Lives‘ Jason Cook Returning for 50th Anniversary

According to TVInsider, Braun will make her entrance in the Dec. 9 episode.

The actress, who won a Daytime Emmy Award in 2009 for her portrayal of Ava, has also appeared on the series as Taylor Walker, estranged sister of Nicole Walker.

Ready for more of today’s newsy nuggets? Well…

* Suburgatory alum Jeremy Sisto...

FX’s Married will kick off its sophomore season with a family reunion, featuring two TV veterans.

Frances Conroy (American Horror Story) and M.C. Gainey (Lost) will guest-star on the cable comedy’s Season 2 premiere, EW.com reports.

RelatedFX Sets Dates for Married and Tyrant Returns, Denis Leary’s Sex&Drugs

The pair will play Janice and Ed, the mother and stepfather of Judy Greer’s Lina. When Lina and Russ visit her ‘rents — in the hopes of bringing Janice home to receive better care — things take an unexpected turn.

Married returns for Season 2 on Thursday, July 16, at 10:30 pm.

Candy Store

Jason Clarke has confirmed that he will star in Stephen Gaghan's crime thriller "Candy Store".

The story follows an elite, highly trained deep-cover operative who loses everything, ultimately disappearing into Brooklyn. [Source: MTV News]

Star Wars: Episode VII

Simon Pegg has brushed off Internet rumours suggesting director J.J. Abrams has cast him in "Star Wars: Episode VII".

Pegg's posted on his official Twitter account: "No idea where this silly rumour about me attached to the new Star Wars film came from but I can confirm that it's absolute Bantha poodoo (not true)." [Source: Star Magazine]

Nevermore

Lance Henriksen is attached to star in Dean C. Jones' supernatural horror thriller "Nevermore". Jason Cook and Valerie Azlynn also star.

The story centers on a couple who experience paranormal activity involving dead children when they move to an estate in Massachusetts. [Source: Heat Vision]...

Lance Henriksen is one of those actors we wish could go on making movies forever, and thankfully the genre-friendly thespian shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. In fact, word just broke of his new supernatural feature. Read on for the skinny!

THR is reporting that Henriksen is starring in Nevermore, a horror thriller written and being directed by Dean C. Jones. Jason Cook, a mainstay of the soap operas "General Hospital" and "Days of Our Lives," and Valerie Azlynn, who has appeared on shows like "Castle," also are starring in the movie, shooting in Graham, N.C.

Nevermore centers on a couple who experience paranormal activity involving dead children when they move to an estate in Massachusetts. Henriksen will play a parish priest whom the couple turn to, but the move is a mistake because the priest already knows all about resurrected children.

Albert Dickerson, Michele Weisler, and Starr Jones are producing,...

Genre icon Lance Henriksen is starring in Nevermore, a supernatural horror thriller written and being directed by Dean C. Jones. Jason Cook, a mainstay of the soap operas General Hospital and Days of Our Lives, and Valerie Azlynn, who has appeared on shows like Castle, also are starring in the movie, shooing in Graham, N.C. The movie centers on a couple who experience paranormal activity involving dead children when they move to an estate in Massachusetts. Henriksen will play a parish priest whom the couple turn to, but the move is a mistake because the priest already knows all about resurrected

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The Cofilmic festival arrives at Manchester’s Comedy Store on the 29th and 30th October and it promises to be quite the comedy gala. It will feature a whole host of sitcoms, short comedy films and sketches with the final night climaxing with the Cofilmic award ceremony which will offer unique industry driven prizes to the victors.

The festival’s jam packed programme of events has now been finalised and both comedy fans and aspiring writers and directors will find plenty to feast their eyes and ears upon.

Across both days there will be various talks and events involving a range of expert panelists.

These include:

Writing and Selling TV Comedy : An exclusive opportunity to hear Jason Cook, local comedian and writer, talk about his amazing experience in writing and selling his first sitcom, Hebburn – due to be aired on BBC2 in October and starring Vic Reeves. He will...

The Choice S01E1: "DJ Paul D, Romeo, Jeremy Bloom, and Jason Cook"

I.m pretty sure the working title for The Choice was So Which of You Bitches Is Going to Give me a Hand Job In My Limo? How else would you describe four semi-famous bachelors selecting from a pool of suggestively dressed ladies after a couple shouted questions and a 10-second deliberation?

Let.s quickly review the show's process, because it seemed remarkably complicated for a meat market and never paused to explain itself (Cat Deely, the hostess, has better things to do,...  More >>...

If you want to splinter bad television into its three categories—so bad it’s good, so bad it’s bad, and so bad it actually makes you hate the existence of television in the first place—Fox’s The Choice, gimmick of all TV gimmicks, fits so intently within the realm of shockingly stupid television that it’s a painful reminder of how low judgmental television has sunk. Answer: even lower than ABC’s vapid 2003 one-seasoner Are You Hot?, where an Entourag­e-esque band of bros (in this round, Jersey Shore fist-pumper Pauly D, Days of our Lives actor Jason Cook, retired skier Jeremy Bloom and retired rapper Romeo) choose wisely from a bevy of women who can’t say many words good, but that’s okay because this is all really in exercise in what cat-callin’ boys like: plump bums, busty breasts, and girls who exercise via stripper pole.

Fox went for a one-two punch of campy dating shows, pairing "Take Me Out" with their not-so-subtle nod to NBC's hit singing competition. "The Choice" (Thu., 9 p.m. Et on Fox) is not "The Voice," but it does rhyme with it, and it does feature celebrities sitting in spinning chairs having to make a decision based on hearing only a person's voice.

Only on this show, hosted by Cat Deeley ("So You Think You Can Dance") with a great sense of humor and awareness of the silliness of the whole thing, the hour proved to be more fun than it may have at first appeared. Each week, a different batch of celebrities will sit in the chairs -- including perhaps a panel of ladies once or twice.

This week featured Romeo, soap star Jason Cook, Olympic skiier Jeremy Bloom and "Jersey Shore" star Pauly D. There was plenty of laughter...

The summer TV lineup is known for shows that give your brain a little vacation. And if your brain's idea of vacay is watching celebs like "Jersey Shore" star Pauly D uncomfortably judge overly caffeinated women based on what their voices sound like -- and how much the guys in the audience hoot and holler when they walk out on stage -- then Fox's new show "The Choice" is just for you.

The new reality series that marries NBC's "The Voice" with a shallow dating show (is there any other kind?) premieres Thursday (June 7) with Cat Deeley playing host to celebrity daters Pauly D, rapper Romeo, "Days of Our Lives" actor Jason Cook, and Olympic skier Jeremy Bloom. During the first Blind Choice round, the guys listen with their backs turned as a bevy of beauties come out one by one to regale them with tales of having "spontanuity" and a stripper pole,...

She might have thought twice about wearing red leather pants while swimming.

First of all, the hideous dancing silhouettes have got to go. They don’t even match up to the women behind the doors! Get rid of them! (They were admittedly funny the first five times.)

Welcome to The Choice, Fox’s new six-part dating series that rhymes with The Voice and incorporates the same four “blind audition” chairs as the NBC show. The similarities end there. Here, four “celebrities” — this week: rapper Romeo, moguls skier Jeremy Bloom, soap star Jason Cook, and “household name” DJ Pauly D of...

Chicago – Do you miss “The Dating Game”? Long for more shows like “Baggage” in primetime? Fox has two, Long hours for you in “Take Me Out” and “The Choice” — a pair of programs that seem designed to replicate what it’s like at a Wrigleyville bar at 1:45Am only you’re (probably) not drunk enough to find the nauseating banter and silly behavior entertaining.

TV Rating: 2.0/5.0

The night starts with “Take Me Out,” hosted by George Lopez, a bizarre hybrid of “1 vs. 100” and “The Dating Game.” A single bachelor stands in front of 30 eligible bachelorettes. The lovely ladies are at podiums with lights that can either be white (good) or red (bad). If they turn their white light off, they’re no longer interested in Mr. Right Now. They have multiple opportunities to turn off their lights, including based purely on appearance when the guy first comes out or...

The Choice: Cat Deeley hosts The Choice, the new celebrity dating game show with a twist premiering Thursday, June 7 (9:00-10:00 Pm Et/Pt) on Fox. 2012 Fox Broadcasting Co. Cr: Mathieu Young/Fox

Under a new rhyming scheme spin-off model for new shows, you’ll soon be able to watch The Choice, and see celebrities submit themselves to a blind date experiment. It’s The Voice‘s “no see” format, but now eligible celebrities are choosing potential romantic partners.

It’s bound to be crazy, and some of the “celebrities” only have loose ties to the claim, but it certainly looks to be the sort of madness people will check out.

Is this show too much? Let me know your thoughts. This falls into a category of reality that I find hard to predict, and I’d love to know if people are looking forward to it.

Catch the list of celebrities below,...

Ever wanted your dating pool to include the likes of DJ Pauly D and Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino? Well, dive on into the summer's guiltiest pleasure, "The Choice" on Fox. (And don't forget to wear a swim cap.)

The two "Jersey Shore" mainstays will join rapper Romeo, model Tyson Beckford, pro football players Rob Gronkowski and Ndamukong Suh, singer Joe Jonas and more as celebrities vying for  "love" (at least according to the press release) on the new Fox dating show, which premieres June 7 at 9 p.m.

Cat Deeley hosts as the celebrity bachelors -- and one episode with celebrity bachelorettes like Carmen Electra -- pick their dates based on their voices.

Here's how it works: The episodes begin with four celebs sitting in rotating chairs a la "The Voice." In this initial "Blind Round," each celebrity can only use his suitors' voices to make "The Choice." When the celebrity bachelor likes what he hears,...

The folks at Fox have announced the celebrity bachelors and bachelorettes for The Choice, their upcoming blind date show. They include a mixture of actors, singers, athletes and reality stars: Tyson Beckford, Jeremy Bloom, Dean Cain, Mike Catherwood, Jason Cook, DJ Pauly D, Rocco Dispirito, Rob Gronkowski, Taylor Hicks, Joe Jonas, Rob Kardashian, Steven Lopez, Finesse Mitchell, Dr. Robert Nettles, Romeo, Warren Sapp, Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino, Ndamukong Suh, Seth Wescott, Parker Young, Hope Dworaczyk, Carmen Electra, Rima Fakih, and Sophie Monk.

The Choice dating series debuts on Thursday, June 7th and, for now, is scheduled for six episodes. Cat Deeley is the host.

Here's Fox's press release, which includes further details about the guests:

The Most Eligible Celebrities Give Love A Spin On "The Choice"

New Celebrity Dating Show Premieres Thursday, June 7 on Fox...

The Young and the Restless is shaking things up.

Eileen Davidson, who has played Ashley Abbott on and off since 1986, has been let go by the CBS soap.

“Last week I lost my childcare. This week I lost my job!” the actress tweeted Wednesday morning. “It all works out because I don’t need a babysitter if I’m not working. #beingpositive”

Meanwhile, EW.com reports that Brett Butler (Grace Under Fire) will guest-star this June in two episodes as a bound-to-be nosy neighbor of Doug Davidson’s Paul.

Related | Daytime Emmys: Gh Leads Nods, AMC Eyes Best Drama, Secret...

Jonas Brother and 'Jersey Shore' star are just two of many celebs looking for love on Fox's new show, premiering in June.

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Joe Jonas

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Ever wanted to score a date with a celebrity but didn't know how to make it work? Well, Fox's new dating show has the answer for you. "The Choice" will set up a date between a celeb and a non-celeb week after week, making fans' dreams come true.

Hosted by Cat Deeley, everyone from Joe Jonas to DJ Pauly D will make appearances on the series. Kicking off in June, the celebs will hear pitches from prospective dates over the course of three rounds until matches have been made.

Announced guests thus far include Pauly D and his "Jersey Shore" buddy Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino, Jonas, Dean Cain, Rob Kardashian, Romeo, chef Rocco Dispirito, footballer Warren Sapp,...

Meet the celebrity cast of Fox's new dating show, The Choice!

Model Tyson Beckford, Carmen Electra, Joe Jonas, Rob Kardashian, and Jersey Shore stars Pauly D and Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino are just some of the few celebrities chosen for the all-star reality competition.

Related: Fox Announces New Celebrity Dating Show

The show, which will be hosted by model and So You Think You Can Dance host Cat Deeley, will feature these celebrities (and more) as they compete to find true love out of a group of fellow single people.

The show's twist is that the celebrities can't see their prospective dates and, much like the singing show The Voice, the single celebrities will be sitting on rotating chairs with their backs turned to the contestants. Rounding out the men in the competition are Dean Cain, Rocco Dispirito, Warren Sapp, Finesse Mitchell, Romeo, Jeremy Bloom, Jason Cook, Michael Catherwood, Seth Wescott, Parker Young, Ndamukong...

Ever dreamed of getting a date with Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino?

If so, we're very sorry about your life, but you're also in luck! Fox's "The Choice," a celebrity reality dating game show, in which celeb bachelors and bachelorettes choose to go on dates with non-famous real-people types, has lined up Sitch as one of their sexy singles. (We know, we just threw up in our mouths a little, too.)

In the show, four celebs sit in spinning chairs, listening to prospective hookups pitch dates. Yes, Fox is aware of the similarities to "The Voice." The six-episode season is hosted by the ever-likable Cat Deeley. Five episodes feature male celebs, one episode features female celebs.

The full list of celeb contestants, first reported by EW, is below. Will you be tuning in to the June 7 premiere?

Men

Pauly D

Tyson Beckford

Joe Jonas

Dean Cain

Rob Kardashian

Rocco Dispirito

Warren Sapp...

Fox’s upcoming celebrity dating show The Choice has lined up a list of famous bachelors and bachelorettes to audition sexy singles in prime time.

EW.com has the complete list of celebrity contestants, the first photo from the set and some behind-the-scenes insight from Fox’s alternative series guru Mike Darnell.

The Choice has cast singer Joe Jonas, actor Dean Cain, fashion model Tyson Beckford, former American Idol star Taylor Hicks, Jersey Shore stars Pauly D and Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, chef Rocco Dispirito, TV personality Rob Kardashian, former NFL star Warren Sapp and more (full list below). The...

Vic Reeves has signed up to star in BBC Two's new comedy series Hebburn. The broadcaster ordered a six-part run of the show after being impressed by a pilot made during the BBC's Salford Sitcom Showcase last year. The project, based on the life of stand-up comedian and show creator Jason Cook, focuses on Jason, who leaves Tyneside to move to Manchester. Jason has secretly married a Jewish girl called Clare and comes to realise that he needs to introduce her to his family. Reeves will star in the show as Jason's father Tony, while Fresh Meat's Kimberley Nixon will play Clare. Stand-up comedian Chris Ramsey (more)...

Sydney Penny Joins Days Of Our Lives; Cody Longo to play Nicholas

Penny has signed on for a seven-episode stint as Dr. Norman at the rehab center treating drug addict Carly Manning (Crystal Chappell).

Longo will play Nicholas Alamain, who will return to the show as part of Carly's rehab story.

Farah Fath's farewell to One Life To Live (as Gigi at least)

"I'm just really trying to look forward and not dwell on losing a job," Fath tells Soaps In Depth. "I've learned so much on Oltl, and I'm taking all of the things that I've learned with me."

Billy Miller staying at Y&R

Miller signed a one year extension with the soap.

ABC plans encores for July 4th

AMC: From November 11, 2010: Kendall and Zach go down memory lane and revisit the history of their relationship. Meanwhile, Jesse learns that Natalia and Brot have been dating,...

On Saturday, December 4th, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. General Hospital cast members, fans and Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Hfh Gla) homeowners will come together to help with construction on a Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles home. On July 30, 2010 registration opened for fans to purchase opportunities to build alongside their favorite General Hospital cast members with 100% of the proceeds going towards the home’s funding. All donations toward “The House That General Hospital Fans Built” are welcome. From $5 that will buy a box of nails to $1500 that will provide enough drywall for an entire home, visit http://bit.ly/ghfanbuild10 to support "The House That General Hospital Fans Built.”

Who: Habitat for Humanity Partner Homeowners, General Hospital Fans & Cast Members.

Confirmed General Hospital cast member volunteers include: Bradford Anderson (“Damian Spinelli”), Brandon Barash (“Johnny Zacchara”), Dominic Zamprogna (“Dante Falconeri”), Jane Elliot (“Tracy Quartermaine”), Jason Cook...

A Nottingham man believes that he may have spotted the Loch Ness Monster on Google Earth, it has been reported. Security guard Jason Cook, 25, discovered a strange object which he thinks could be Nessie while viewing the service's satellite photos of the Scottish loch. The oval shape is 65ft long and seems to have four legs and a tail, The Sun reports. Cook told the newspaper: "I couldn't believe (more)...