The CW launches “Causes to Care About”
Ian Somerhalder of "The Vampire Diaries" - The CW Photo
The CW has started Causes to Care About, an online destination where viewers can learn more about the charities endorsed by their favorite CW stars and donate to their favorite causes this holiday season, according to a news release.
Fans may visit causes.cwtv.com to view videos from stars of many of The CW’s primetime shows explaining why they have selected their chosen charity.
The site also has links to each actor’s chosen charity to make it easy for fans to donate directly to them.
Some of the participating actors, in a list provided by The CW, are as follows:
Thomas Dekker (THE SECRET CIRCLE) for The Alzheimer’s Association
Nina Dobrev (THE VAMPIRE DIARIES) for Free the Children
Kat Graham (THE VAMPIRE DIARIES) for the Ian Somerhalder Foundation
Shenae Grimes (90210) for Chrysalis
Gale Harold (THE SECRET CIRCLE) for The Elton John Foundation and for 826 Foundation
Jessica Parker Kennedy (THE SECRET CIRCLE) for American Kidney Fund and The Humane Society
Jessica Lowndes (90210) for MS Foundation
Joseph Morgan (THE VAMPIRE DIARIES) for PositiveWomen.Org
Scott Porter (HART OF DIXIE) for Gridiron Heroes and Chrysalis Foundation
Maggie Q (NIKITA) for Best Friends
Matthew Settle (GOSSIP GIRL) for Project Sunshine
Ian Somerhalder (THE VAMPIRE DIARIES) for the Ian Somerhalder Foundation
Michael Steger (90210) for Salsalegre
Phoebe Tonkin (THE SECRET CIRCLE) for Cambodian Children’s Trust
Paul Wesley (THE VAMPIRE DIARIES) for Global Roots
Cress Williams (HART OF DIXIE) for charity:water
Gillian Zinser (90210) for Artists for Peace & Justice, and Waves for Water
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“The Vampire Diaries”: Flashback to the roaring ’20s tonight
Paul Wesley in "The Vampire Diaries" - Promo provided by The CW
“The Vampire Diaries” Season Three premieres tonight
The third season of “The Vampire Diaries” premieres at 7 tonight on The CW.
The CW announces fall premiere dates
From left, Scott Porter, Jaime King, Rachel Bilson, Wilson Bethel and Cress Williams of "Hart of Dixie" - The CW Photo by Mathieu Young
The CW Network has announced its fall schedule for the 2011-12 season, which includes four new series and new nights and times for some of its returning shows, according to a news release.
The lineup is as follows, with new shows having an “- N” beside their title:
TUESDAY, SEPT. 13
7 p.m. “90210″
8 p.m. “Ringer” - N
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 14
7 p.m. “H8R” – N
8 p.m. “America’s Next Top Model”
THURSDAY, SEPT. 15
7 p.m. “The Vampire Diaries”
8 p.m. “The Secret Circle” – N
FRIDAY, SEPT. 23
7 p.m. “Nikita”
8 p.m. “Supernatural”
MONDAY, SEPT. 26
7 p.m. “Gossip Girl”
8 p.m. “Hart of Dixie” – N
From left, Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley of "The Vampire Diaries" - The CW Photo by Quantrell Colbert
The CW announces 2011-12 primetime schedule
Sarah Michelle Gellar of "Ringer" - The CW Photo
The CW has announced its 2011-12 primetime schedule today, which includes new shows starring Rachel Bilson, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Britt Robertson.
In “Hart of Dixie,” Bilson stars as Doctor Zoe Hart, a sophisticated New York City woman who finds herself practicing medicine in a small Southern town; in “Ringer” Gellar stars as a woman on the run who assumes her twin sister’s identity only to find out her sister’s life is just as complicated and dangerous as the one she’s trying to escape; and “The Secret Circle” stars Robertson as Cassie, an orphaned teenage girl who discovers the truth about her lineage – she’s a witch who holds the key to an ancient battle between good and evil, according to information provided by The CW.
New reality shows on the network include “H8R,” which features celebrities going head-to-head with civilians who hate them to win their “haters” over as Mario Lopez hosts; “Re-modeled” centers on modeling industry veteran Paul Fisher planning to bring together hundreds of small agencies around the world in a new venture called “The Network;” and “The Frame,” a competition based on a social experiment consisting of ten teams of two, chosen for their dynamic personalities and their existing deep-rooted relationships, to see what happens when contestants whole lives are reduced to one “frame” – a stripped down version of their home living space – while the whole world watches their inter-personal soap operas play out atop a highly formatted game, according to descriptions provided by The CW.
Returning series “90210″ is moving to a new time period, 7 p.m. Tuesdays; as well as “Nikita,” which is relocating to 7 p.m. Fridays.
The network’s 2011-12 primetime schedule, provided by The CW, is as follows (new shows followed by an “N”:
MONDAY
7 p.m. “Gossip Girl”
8 p.m. “Hart of Dixie” – N
TUESDAY
7 p.m. “90210″ (New night)
8 p.m. “Ringer” – N
WEDNESDAY
7 p.m. “H8R” – N
8 p.m. “America’s Next Top Model”
THURSDAY
7 p.m. “The Vampire Diaries”
8 p.m. “The Secret Circle” – N
FRIDAY
7 p.m. “Nikita” (New night)
8 p.m. “Supernatural”
“Smallville” series finale Friday
Tom Welling as Clark Kent and Erica Durance as Lois Lane in the "Smallville" finale - The CW Photo by Jack Rowand
Below is a link for a clip of some “super” moments from the “Smallville” series to hopefully ease fans’ anticipation (a bit) in waiting to see exactly how the show will conclude:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z23NodmpO58&feature=youtu.be
The two-hour “Smallville” finale will air at 7 p.m. Friday on The CW.
(Clip provided by The CW)
“The Vampire Diaries,” “Gossip Girl” included in early series renewals by The CW Network
Nina Dobrev and Paul Wesley in "The Vampire Diaries" - The CW Photo by Bob Mahoney
The CW Network has given early renewals to five of its established series for next season, according to a news release.
“The Vampire Diaries,” “Gossip Girl,” “Supernatural” and “90210″ have been given early pickups, as well as “America’s Next Top Model.”
“America’s Next Top Model” has been ordered for both cycles next season, with a fall kick-off featuring its first-ever All-Star Edition. Models who became breakout characters and had the most memorable stories from past cycles will be spotlighted.
From left, Penn Badgley, Leighton Meester and Chace Crawford in "Gossip Girl" - The CW Photo by Giovanni Rufino
“The Vampire Diaries”: Klaus to appear April 21
Joseph Morgan as Klaus in "The Vampire Diaries" - The CW Photo by Bob Mahoney
The infamous original vampire Klaus will finally make an appearance on the April 21 episode of “The Vampire Diaries.”
He will be played by Joseph Morgan.
The “Klaus” episode synopsis, provided by The CW, is as follows:
Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Damon (Ian Somerhalder) are furious when they discover that Elena (Nina Dobrev) has defied them both to make a new ally and take control of the plan to out-maneuver Klaus (Morgan). Disagreement over how to protect Elena leads to growing tension between the Salvatore brothers. Meanwhile, Stefan has his hands full trying to keep a confused and frightened Jenna (Sara Canning) safe. Flashbacks to 1491 reveal Katherine’s (Nina Dobrev) introduction to Elijah (Daniel Gillies) and Klaus, along with the origin of the moonstone curse. Elena learns shocking new information about Klaus’ motives. Matt Davis also stars. Joshua Butler directed the episode written by Kevin Williamson & Julie Plec.
To view a web gallery of photos from this episode, click here.
(Photo Credit: Bob Mahoney / The CW)
“The Vampire Diaries” airs at 7 p.m. Thursdays on The CW.
“The Vampire Diaries” returns with new episodes Thursday
From left, Paul Wesley Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder of "The Vampire Diaries" - The CW Photo by Art Streiber
To watch an extended preview of the “Know Thy Enemy” episode of “The Vampire Diaries,” which returns with original episodes Thursday, click here.
To view photos from this episode, click here.
“The Vampire Diaries” airs at 7 p.m. Thursdays on The CW.
“The Vampire Diaries”: “The House Guest”
From left, Paul Wesley, Ian Somerhalder and Nina Dobrev in "The House Guest" episode of "The Vampire Diaries" - The CW Photo by Annette Brown
A few notes after watching the “The House Guest ” episode of “The Vampire Diaries”:
Nice song by Caroline (Candice Accola), but what do you think is in her future with Matt (Zach Roerig) now?
Not a good night to be a warlock.
Will never trust Katherine (Nina Dobrev) – especially glad that Damon (Ian Somerhalder) didn’t give in to her.
Speaking of trust, I bet Jenna (Sara Canning) really doesn’t believe Alaric (Matt Davis) after Elena’s (Dobrev) estranged family member showed up.
Hang in there fans – after a hiatus, “The Vampire Diaries” will return with new episodes at 7 p.m. April 7 on The CW.
– Melissa Hayer
mhayer@opubo.com
Candice Accola sings with a band in "The House Guest" episode of "The Vampire Diaries" - The CW Photo by Bob Mahoney
