We gather to mourn the premature deaths of television series that didn't live to see 30 episodes. Reminisce about everything from the struggles of the Moseley family to Angela Chase's adolescence. The good news? Many of these shows are available online in full episodes. So pick up the remote, er, mouse and get watching.

'Police Squad'


Premiere: Spring of 1982


Life span: 6 episodes

"Police Squad!" was the brainchild of the creators of this hilarious movie. The show starred Leslie Nielsen as Lt. Fran Drebin. Ironically, execs pulled the plug on the show because of this reason. But, it did spawn a successful series of funny movies.
'2000 Malibu Road'


Premiere: August 23, 1992


Life span: 6 episodes

Aaron Spelling had a hit with shows about this pricey zip code and this swanky place. However, not even the likes of Drew Barrymore could get folks to ease on down Malibu Road.
'The Tick'


Premiere: Nov. 1, 2001


Life span: 8 episodes (9 exist)

Even producers of "Seinfeld" and "Men in Black" fame couldn't ensure "The Tick" survived. Springing from a cult comic and animated series, the show starred Patrick Warburton, now on this sitcom, as a blue-suited hero
'South Central'


Premiere: April 5, 1994


Life span: 10 episodes

This series, which was set in the Los Angeles neighborhood of South Central, offered viewers a glimpse at the life of one African-American family. The show starred Larenz Tate and even had star-studded guest performance, including this former flygirl. Its cancellation prompted protest from a civil rights leader, but the show's creator bounced back with a hit.
'Freaks and Geeks'


Premiere: Sept. 25, 1999


Life span: 12 episodes (18 exist)

Considered one of TV's best shows ever, "F&G" features a cast of future stars, including a "Milk" actor, a "Knocked Up" funnyman and a now-A-list producer. It featured great tunes, notably a rocker-girl classic as the opening theme.
'Journeyman'


Premiere: September 24, 2007


Life span: 13 episodes

The premise of this show about a San Francisco newspaperman who time traveled had a familiar ring to it. Remember this show? Journeyman's journey ended mainly because of this. The star of the show, Kevin McKidd, later redeemed himself on a hit ABC show.
'Firefly'


Premiere: Sept. 20, 2002


Life span: 14 episodes

After his previous hit, creator Joss Whedon faced sky-high expectations for follow-up "Firefly", a sci-fi drama about a spaceship crew. Star Nathan Fillion now appears on "Castle". The "Firefly" saga continued as this 2005 film.
'Wonderfalls'


Premiere: March 12, 2004


Life span: 14 episodes

Was the talking wax lion too quirky? Rescue efforts aside, the cult fan base couldn't save this dramedy about a grad working at a Niagara Falls gift shop. Visitors can attest, however, the show perfectly captures Niagara's offbeat appeal.
'My So-Called Life'


Premiere: Aug. 25, 1994


Life span: 19 episodes

Fans of this teen drama remain traumatized by the unresolved cliffhanger. Perhaps this photo of stars 15 years on will provide closure. Just avoid this R.E.M. song from the show.
'Square Pegs'


Premiere: Sept. 27, 1982


Life span: 19 episodes

Before Carrie Bradshaw, S.J.P. played gawky Patty Greene on high-school comedy "Square Pegs". Memorable intro: "This year we're going to be popular." Why did the acclaimed show die young? Stiff competition and rumored production woes.
'Jericho'


Premiere: Sept. 20, 2006


Life span: 29 episodes

After this post-apocalyptic drama starring Skeet Ulrich was axed, fans deluged the network with 25 tons of this food. It worked for a while. The show died for good after two seasons, but the third season appeared in another medium.
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Julianne Moore

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Demi Moore

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Marcia Cross

Meg Ryan

Laurence Fishburne

Josh Duhamel

'All My Children' soap opera may be ending
Will ABC cancel "All My Children" after 41 years?

Many soap operas including "As the World Turns," "Guiding Light" and "Passions" have been cancelled over the years and rumors are swirling that the hit show, “All My Children” could be the next.

Reports are claiming that ABC is considering reducing its afternoon drama lineup from three to two hours to make room for a new talk show.

The show has recently received low ratings. Targeting a specific demographic geared towards women ages 18-49, “All My Children” is just a notch below from fellow ABC soap “One Life to Live” in the daytime ratings.


Cameron Mathison, Michael E. Knight and Susan Lucci star in the soap opera.






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 Here is the very first look at Adrianne Palicki suited-up as Wonder Woman, and she is certainly one sexy superhero.
With her stunning curvaceous figure poured into a skin-tight red and blue PVC suit, the 27-year-old is a sultry version of the famed comic book hero.
The brand new photo was posted on Entertainment Weekly's website today.
While the costume remains very similar to the original, it has clearly been updated.

Blue PVC pants have been substituted for the original big briefs, and the superhero's boots have been switched from red to blue.
Palicki does however hold on to the bullet-proof bracelets, the famous star bejewelled headband and golden lasso.
It was announced in February this year that lesser-known actress, 27, would step into the role that Lynda Carter made famous in the Seventies, for a new version of the show.
Palicki is better known in America for her role in the drama series Friday Night Lights, but has yet to make a household name for herself.
The new show is written by writer and producer David E. Kelley, who brought Ally McBeal, Chicago Hope and Boston Legal to our screens.
The plot is described as 'a reinvention of the iconic D.C. comic in which Wonder Woman - aka Diana Prince - is a vigilante crime fighter in L.A. but also a successful corporate executive and a modern woman trying to balance all of the elements of her extraordinary life.
No broadcast date has yet been given.
Many Hollywood actresses had been vying for the coveted role of Woman Woman
Mad Men actress Christina Hendricks, in particular.
The 35-year-old, who is better known for her role as Joan Harris in the hit show, revealed her aspirations to play Wonder Woman during an interview with U.S. chat show host Rachel Ray.
Although the actress quashed speculation that she has been offered the role she was quick to outline that she would be eager to take it on.
She said: ‘I heard that rumour too – I don’t know where it got started but I love it!’
‘I've been wanting to wear that outfit my whole life! I'd love to [do it]. That would be such fun! Let's put it out there!’
But sadly for Hendricks, Palicki beat her to the role, and has already started  filming with co-stars such as British actress, Elizabeth Hurley who will star as Veronica Cale
Hurley recently revealed she was part of the show by posting on Twitter when she first got the role: 'Thrilled to be doing the NBC pilot Wonder Woman'.
She added that she will be playing the lead character's nemesis saying: 'I'll be playing the evil villain. Can't wait'.







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Big 12 basketball tournament TV schedule

 

This year's Big 12 basketball tournament will not be in Oklahoma City. It will be in Kansas City, which is sad for fans who like to go in person. Because of that, there will be plenty of people who do not make the trip, so they will be catching all the games on TV.

Today was the final day of the Big 12 regular season conference play. Bedlam was in Norman with the Sooners overcoming the Cowboys on Senior Day with a 64 to 61 win. The W broke an 8 game losing streak for OU, and perhaps it kept them out of last place in the Big 12 conference.

The 2011 Phillips 66 Big 12 Men's Basketball Tournament may not end up being great for either team in Oklahoma. You never know though. Perhaps either the Cowboys or the Sooners will manage to shock the conference and do something great.


Game 1 of the Big 12 basketball tournament will be Wednesday, March 9. It is Nebraska vs. Oklahoma State. Tipoff will be at 11:30 a.m., and the game will be broadcast on the Big 12 Network. On the same day at 6 p.m. you can catch Baylor vs. Oklahoma on the Big 12 Network as well.

The entire Big 12 basketball tournament is Wednesday, March 9 through Saturday March 12, and you can catch the games on the Big 12 Network, ESPN 2 or ESPN throughout the week. If you aren't near your TV during some of the earlier game times, you can also watch the with free live stream from your computer or phone.

After the tournament, the Big Dance will be announced with Selection Sunday.






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The Fox TV show Glee has placed a casting call for a "Sarah Palin type character" for a role on the hit show.
Are they ready to now mock the Tea Party?
The character is named Tammy Jean, and described as a "middle-aged recent Tea Party candidate and home schooler — a Sarah Palin type."
However, show creator Ryan Murphy says he is not bringing Tammy Jean / Sarah Palin on the show to mock and make fun of, but to be inclusive.
“We’ve taken a couple jabs at the right wing this year,” Murphy told TV Guide last June.
“So what I want to do with this character is have someone who Christian kids and parents can recognize and say, ‘Oh, look — I’m represented there, too!’ If we’re trying to form a world of inclusiveness, we’ve got to include that point of view as well.”
“Pat me on the back,” Ryan Murphy says, “after two seasons, we’re not going to be bigots anymore!”

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JENNIFER BEALS has turned down an opportunity to appear on DANCING WITH THE STARS.

JENNIFER BEALS, the American actress and star of the movie 'Flashdance', has turned down an offer to appear as a contestant on the next series of DANCING WITH THE STARS, according to People Magazine. Beals, who is currently starring in the Fox drama 'The Chicago Code', says she will not be following in the footsteps of recent winner JENNIFER GREY, saying, "I am not a dancer. They asked me and I said no. You could back up a truck to my door filled with cash and I wouldn't do it". The 47-year-old said she visited the DANCING WITH THE STARS' ballroom with her actress friend MARLEE MATLIN several years ago and was surprised by the intimidating atmosphere, saying, "The sound of the audience is so loud and the energy in there is so intense. I wanted to start crying just in feeling for her. I joked with Marlee and said, 'You don't know how lucky you are you can't hear this'", the actress added, "The noise level is so intense and people's excitement level is so intense. I could never. I'm not that kind of a performer".


Beals famously played 'Alexandra Owens' in the 1993 dance movie 'Flashdance', alongside MICHAEL NOURI. The film, produced by JERRY BRUCKHEIMER, grossed over $100 million at the box-office despite opening to negative reviews from critics.

Vinita Nair

Vinita Nair is an American television journalist who was co-anchor of World News Now and America This Morning on ABC, from September 17, 2008 until February 18, 2011. She was partnered with Jeremy Hubbard and later Rob Nelson on both shows.

Nair joined ABC News as an anchor/correspondent for ABC News Now in December 2007. In that role, she anchored live coverage and news briefs for ABC's digital network.


Nair grew up in Colleyville, Texas, and graduated with a degree in journalism from the Medill School of Journalism, of Northwestern University (Evanston, Illinois). She wrote for Today's Chicago Woman magazine, and was a reporter for Talk Radio News in Washington D.C. prior to pursuing television journalism.

Nair began her career in television news at WGEM-TV, the NBC affiliate in Quincy, Illinois, as a general assignment reporter. She also worked for WYCC-TV, Chicago's Public Access Network and the Illinois' Evanston Community Cable Channel. Then she became an anchor and reporter for KOLN/KGIN-TV in Lincoln, Nebraska, where she anchored daily morning and afternoon newscasts.

Prior to joining ABC News, Nair was lead evening reporter and anchor at KWGN-TV, the CW affiliate in Denver. She started at the station in July 2004 and reported on a wide range of topics, including the Jon Benet Ramsey murder investigation and the school shootings at Bailey, Colorado.

Vinita announced on Thursday 2-17-11 that Friday 2-18-11 would be her last night on air at World News Now. Former KDVR Denver anchor Peggy Bunker has been named interim successor.

The 2-18-11 edition of World News Now paid tribute to Nair in each of its three segments, including appearances from current and former colleagues including Jeremy Hubbard. Her legacy was to treat the crew to a hot breakfast on her last day. Also, a brief send-off by Nelson to Nair was given at the conclusion of America This Morning.
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"That '70s Show" star Laura Prepon is set to play comedian Chelsea Handler in "Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea," a comedy pilot for NBC inspired by Handler's autobiography of the same name, Deadline reports.

The pilot centers on Chelsea Hanson, a single cocktail waitress who is highly opinionated and open about her love of sex and alcohol. Yes, that sounds like Handler. The pilot is being written and executive-produced by "Dharma & Greg" co-creator Dottie Zicklin and Julie Larson, and Handler is serving as an executive producer.


Prepon recently guest-starred on several series, including "How I Met Your Mother" and "Castle." Her last starring role was on the ABC drama "October Road" after "That '70s Show" wrapped in 2006.
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