Maura Tierney has a tumor in her breast
"In an effort to guard my privacy, it seems that the wording of NBC's press release has unfortunately caused some confusion and undue alarm about my health. I have discovered a tumor in my breast which requires surgery," the "Parenthood" actress says in a statement. "I will not know either my exact diagnosis or course of treatment until that surgery is performed. My doctors have all assured me this is a very treatable condition."
FX picks up its 1st animated series
The Bond-like archer "Archer" will riff on spy stories.
Kyra Sedgwick's daughter will guest on "The Closer"
Kevin Bacon will direct their 17-year-old daughter, Sosie Bacon, who will play Sedgwick's niece.
Molly Ringwald delivers twins
Adele Georgiana and Roman Stylianos were born Friday.
Why Morgan Spurlock to direct "The Simpsons" documentary?
Says the "Super Size Me" director: "They'd seen my work and I was blown away — what more could a guy who grew up watching the show his whole life ever want?"
The "Idol" host has signed a three-year deal that would pay him $15 million annually and make him possibly reality TV's richest host, tripling his previous salary of less than $5 million per season. The deal clears the way for "Idol" producers to negotiate deals with the other judges, including Simon, Paula, Kara and Randy.
The "Jon & Kate" star is finalizing a deal to come out with his own clothing line, with the help of his new girlfriend, the daughter of Kate's plastic surgeon. Jon says his kids will even model his clothes in ads. "Everyone knows this family," he says. "And everyone will know our clothes. They'll be fun, easy clothes for kids."
CBS has made it official: "After having had such a hoot hosting the Tonys, I was thrilled to get the call about the Primetime Emmys," says Harris in a statement. "I'm looking forward to the challenge of the show – adding my own voice to it, while honoring the nominees and the entire year in television. But which voice to choose? I'm torn between gangsta, foppish Brit, and robot. Really proud of my robot. We'll see what happens on the night." 
The British Orthodontic Society is outraged because Betty Suarez is still wearing braces after three seasons, a portrayal that the group also considers "detrimental" because the braces are considered "ugly." "This is not a true reflection of orthodontic practice. It is highly unlikely an adult would wear braces beyond two years," says a spokesperson for the group. "Betty's braces are certainly intended to be seen by viewers as damaging to her appearance. "People who wear braces are not ugly. People considering treatment should not be put off by such a stereotype." 
Newsweek's Joshua Alston wonders why the Big Apple has been so dominant with its fictional police officers: "Between 'NYPD Blue,' the hydra-headed 'Law & Order' franchise, and the Manhattan-set 'CSI' spin-off, New York procedurals have stuck in a way that recent Angeleno shows ('Boomtown,' 'Robbery Homicide Division,' etc.) have not. Sure, there are exceptions. 'The Shield' just finished a stellar seven-season run, and 'The Closer' is still going strong. But given that Los Angeles practically invented the cop show and monopolized the genre in its early years (see: 'Dragnet,' 'Police Story,' '77 Sunset Strip'), it's curious that the city has largely relinquished its dominance." 
"A vampire show? Really?" was the first reaction from HBO execs when they first heard Alan Ball's pitch. "When I first pitched it, I said it's popcorn television," said Ball. "It has a lot going on beneath the surface, and I love the layers because I love to write layered stories. But I love the popcorn part of 'True Blood.' It's just really great fun." Ball says there's a simple reason why "True Blood" works: "Women love the storytelling and the romance, and men love the sex and violence." PLUS: 
