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OSCAR NOMINEE GEORGE CLOONEY ‘DESCENDS’ ONTO BRAVO’S “INSIDE THE ACTORS STUDIO” STAGE

Thursday, January 26th, 2012

Two-Hour Premiere Episode On Tuesday, January 31^st At 7pm Et/Pt

NEW YORK– January 25, 2012– Bravo’s Emmy nominated “Inside the Actors Studio” returns for its 18^th season with star power as host James Lipton welcomes Golden Globe® Award-winning actor George Clooney on Tuesday, January 31 at 7pm et/pt. In the two-hour premiere event, Clooney courses through his life from his early days as Dr. Doug Ross on “ER” to his most recently acclaimed role as Matt King in “The Descendants,” for which he has just received an Oscar® nomination. For a sneak peek go to: http://www.bravotv.com/inside-the-actors-studio/season-18/videos/george-clooney-brad-pitts-career-is-over.

A triple threat in the industry, Clooney has moved gracefully through various genres from comedy to drama in roles as varied as “ER,” “Out of Sight,” “Oh, Brother Where Art Thou,” “The Perfect Storm,” “Oceans 11” and “Michael Clayton.” He garnered critical acclaim for his writing and directing talents with movies “Good Night, and Good Luck.” and “Ides of March,” in which he also played a principal acting role. Clooney has twice been named People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive, Entertainment Weekly’s 50 Smartest People in Hollywood and one of Time magazine’s 50 Most Influential People in the World. He has been nominated for more than 100 awards, winning over 50 of them.

Quotables form the episode:

- “I thought it meant acting like an adult, I didn’t know what the hell it meant.” – Clooney admitting to adultery in confession when he was in second grade.

- “Coming off of [Batman Returns] I suddenly realized I was going to have to pick better projects.” – Clooney on his future roles.

- “I enjoyed the fact that I was allowed to dip my toe into an area that I am very uncomfortable with.” – Clooney on his role in “The Descendants”

Here is the clip from above

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ONE OF TELEVISION’S MOST UNCONVENTIONAL COUPLES PROVE ONCE AGAIN THAT LOVE CONQUERS ALL WHEN THE SECOND SEASON OF “ICE LOVES COCO” PREMIERES FEBRUARY 19 AT 10:30PM ET/PT ONLY ON E!

Monday, January 23rd, 2012

AFTER A DECADE’S LONG ROMANCE AND COUNTING, ONE OF TELEVISION’S MOST UNCONVENTIONAL COUPLES PROVE ONCE AGAIN THAT LOVE CONQUERS ALL WHEN THE SECOND SEASON OF “ICE LOVES COCO” PREMIERES FEBRUARY 19 AT 10:30PM ET/PT ONLY ON E!

“Ice Loves Coco” Follows The Second Season Premiere of “Khloé & Lamar” As Part of E!’s Year-Round Sunday Night Reality Block

Los Angeles, January 23, 2012 – As one of pop culture’s most beloved, yet unconventional couples, Ice T and Coco continue to defy stereotypes with their unique, outrageous, and surprisingly traditional 10 year marriage. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, “Ice Loves Coco” returns to show a more intimate side of this power couple, going behind the hype and headlines and giving viewers an exclusive glimpse into the ultra-stylish lives of rapper/actor/author/motivational speaker Ice T and his model/entrepreneur/Internet-sensation wife Coco. This season the fun couple take off to exotic locations, share a trailer when Coco makes an appearance on Ice’s hit show “Law and Order: Special Victims Unit” and due to their demanding careers, face spending time apart for their first time in their marriage. Their love is undeniable, but life isn’t always easy as Coco receives some news about her health that puts the possibility of expanding their family in jeopardy. However, this fun-loving duo is ready to conquer any obstacle that life puts in their path, as long as they are doing it together. Be part of their journey when “Ice Loves Coco” premieres in its regular timeslot Sunday, February 19th at 10:30pm ET/PT, followed by another all-new episode airing on a special night on Monday, February 20th at 10:30pm ET/PT.

In the premiere episode, Coco’s maternal instincts kick in when changes in her body convince her that she must be pregnant. After a trip to her doctor Coco receives news that is not as joyous as she had hoped and instead learns she has genetically high blood pressure. The sudden diagnosis stuns the couple and if not treated seriously it could affect Coco’s ability to have a successful pregnancy, putting her life, as well as a baby’s, in danger. In a scared-straight moment of realization, Coco decides that there is nothing more important than family and vows to live a healthier lifestyle, change her diet, expand her fitness regime and not let her workload get out of control. She quickly learns that with the love and support of her devoted husband, these life changes are necessary and will greatly improve their chances of becoming parents.

Later in the season, the stress of Coco’s health issues and the couple’s constant work commitments begin to take a toll on Ice and Coco, so they decide to head off to Hawaii for some rest and relaxation. While they’re there, they visit the Army base where Ice was stationed and celebrate their eleventh wedding anniversary. The paparazzi follow Ice and Coco to their home in Miami where Coco is the proverbial fish out of water on a deep sea fishing expedition. Ice and Coco also retreat to Arizona to spend time with Coco’s sister and her ever-growing family. Ice’s kids and his grandson join them, which gets both sides of the family together for a rare and entertaining reunion. Ice’s second family, his “Law and Order: Special Victims Unit” costars, also make appearances this season including Kelly Giddish and Richard Belzer. With all this talk of family, Ice and Coco realize that a penthouse in a high rise might not be the best place to raise a child and begin house-hunting for something more suitable, but they have dramatically different ideas of where they would like to live. In addition to discussing a child of her own, Coco is determined to find the perfect mate for their four-legged son Spartacus, an adorable English bulldog.

“Ice Loves Coco” is created and produced by Comcast Entertainment Studios. Jay James, Carmen Mitcho, Brad Spotto, Ice T, Coco and Jorge Hinojosa are Executive Producers, with Shawn Miles and Greg Nash as Co-Executive Producers.

Love is in the air this February when season two of “Ice Loves Coco” premieres at 10:30pm ET/PT following the premiere of “Khloe & Lamar” on February 19th only on E!

About E! Entertainment

E! is television’s top destination for all things entertainment and celebrity. E! is currently available to 98 million cable and satellite subscribers in the U.S. and the E! Everywhere initiative underscores the company’s dedication to making E! content available on all new media platforms any time and anywhere from online to broadband video to wireless to VOD. Popular programming includes E! core franchises, “E! News,” “The Soup,” “Chelsea Lately,” “Fashion Police” and “True Hollywood Story,” as well as the network’s hit series “Keeping Up with the Kardashians,” “Khloé & Lamar,” “Kourtney and Kim Take New York,” “Ice Loves Coco” and “Kendra.” Additionally, E!’s “Live from the Red Carpet” signature events keep fans connected to their favorite stars on Hollywood’s biggest nights. E! is a network of NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment, a division of NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience.

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BRAVO PREMIERES SHAHS OF SUNSET SUNDAY MARCH 11TH AT 10:00 PM

Monday, January 23rd, 2012

BRAVO LAUNCHES NEW DOCU-SERIES “SHAHS OF SUNSET”

ON SUNDAY, MARCH 11 AT 10PM ET/PT

NEW YORK – January 23, 2012 – Bravo gives viewers a never-before-seen look inside the captivating lives of six young Persian-American friends in Los Angeles when “Shahs of Sunset” premieres on Sunday, March 11^th at 10PM ET/PT. Partnering for the first time with Ryan Seacrest Productions, the network’s latest docu-series follows a group of friends who are trying to juggle their active social lives and up-and-coming careers while balancing the demands of their families and traditions. These passionate socialites are fervent on the dating and party scene, but seeking approval from their families they face pressures to settle down and marry within the community. From outings on Rodeo Drive to traditional Persian feasts at home, this series celebrates the unique lifestyle of a group of friends who have worked hard for what they have and are not afraid to flaunt it. For more information, visit www.BravoTV.com and follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/BravoPR. For a sneak peek, visit: http://www.bravotv.com/shahs-of-sunset/season-1/videos/from-the-old-country-to-beverly-hills .

“Shahs of Sunset” cast includes:

Mercedes “MJ” Javid

MJ is a 30-something year old, luxury real estate agent living in the Hollywood Hills. A known party girl, she sometimes struggles balancing her “networking” at night with her early mornings at the office. Coming from different sides of the spectrum MJ and her overbearing and unconventional Persian mother, Vida, fight over everything including the way MJ dresses. MJ struggles to find out who she really is and what she really wants from her friends, from her work, and from her family.

Reza Farahan

Born in Tehran, Iran, and raised in Beverly Hills, Reza is a 38 year old prominent player in the Los Angeles real estate world. He is one of few openly gay Persians in the community and often struggles with gossip and prejudice regarding his sexuality. Reza’s family supports him in spite of the pressure they feel to ostracize him. Despite his untraditional style, Reza is an old fashioned guy at heart who wants a partner, a family, and the American White Picket Fence happy ending, but he is going to have to get past the baggage he carries from his upbringing to achieve it.

Asa Soltan Rahmati

Asa is a controversial singer/artist who prides herself on living the “Modern Persian gypsy bohemian lifestyle” and is prominent in the Venice artist scene. A refugee who fled Iran as a young girl Asa grew up in Europe before moving to Los Angeles as a teenager. The sassy 35 year old is often considered an outsider in the group doing whatever she wants, whenever she wants including dating outside her race and religion. With little desire to settle down any time soon, Asa’s main priority in life is staying true to herself and her career.

Sammy Younai

Sammy is a residential developer in Beverly Hills specializing in building multi-million dollar homes specifically for the Persian community. Constantly working to make a deal, Sammy feels the pressure from his family and culture to be wildly successful in his career. The 35 year old is a “ladies man” and is always on the prowl for his next fling, but recently began debating if it’s time to find the right Persian girl who appreciates what’s in his heart and not in his wallet.

Mike Shouhed

Mike is part of the self-appointed “Persian Real Estate Mafia” in Los Angles. After being a high roller in the Vegas commercial real estate market, Mike lost his shirt in the crash and has moved back home to rebuild. The 33 year old reformed player has the best of intentions, but old habits are hard to break and Mike can’t seem to stop charming every girl in the room. His friends joke he’s looking for “the one” every night at the club, but ultimately he is looking for a woman he can bring home to his mother.

Golnesa “GG” Gharachedadhi

GG is an exotic beauty with a fiery temper and very little filter. Fully supported by her father, this classic “Persian Princess,” goes out to lunch with her friends during the day and shops for Mr. Persian Right at night. More than ready to start a family, GG is definitely looking to settle down, but the 29 year old is having a hard time finding a man that can support the lavish lifestyle and handle her unapologetic personality.

“Shahs of Sunset” is produced by Ryan Seacrest Productions for Bravo with Ryan Seacrest, Adam Sher and Pete Tartaglia serving as executive producers on the series.

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OXYGEN MOVES SEASON PREMIERE OF “BEST INK” TO TUESDAY, MARCH 27

Wednesday, January 18th, 2012

America’s Most Talented Tattoo Artists Compete for

$100,000 and Cover Story in Tattoo Magazine

NEW YORK – January 18, 2012 –Oxygen moves the season premiere of “Best Ink,” a new competition reality series to Tuesday, March 27 at 10 PM ET/PT from its previously announced debut of Monday, January 30 10 PM ET/PT. “Best Ink” pits ten of the best male and female tattoo artists from around the country against one another in this all-new competition. With nothing but their needles, ink, and passion, these artists compete for $100,000 and a cover story in Tattoo magazine. The contestants are guided through the competition by host and recording artist Kimberly Caldwell (“American Idol”). After each challenge, the artists are critiqued by head judge and world-renowned tattoo artist Joe Capobianco, international pinup model and tattoo shop owner Sabina Kelley and a guest judge from a rotating roster. Then one contestant is sent home.

In every episode, the tattoo artists compete in two challenges: the “Flash Challenge,” which tests their overall artistic and creative skills, and the “Ink Challenge,” in which they produce bona fide masterpieces on skin—a permanence rarely seen in the reality competition world. The indelible body art will be created for and on real people in a variety of challenges designed to showcase the artists’ talents. Challenges include an “Emotional Life Passage Challenge,” in which the artists are tasked with designing a tattoo commemorating a personal story or life-changing moment, and a “Tribute Tattoo Challenge,” in which the artists must design tribute tattoos for fans of a well-known musical icon. As the stakes get higher and the challenges become more difficult, only one artist will get the ultimate bragging rights to call their work “Best Ink.”

“Best Ink” is produced by Bunim/Murray Productions, a Banijay Group company, with Jonathan Murray, Gil Goldschein, and Rico Martinez serving as executive producers and Erin Cristall, Rene Rainey, and Peter Woronov serving as co-executive producers.

About Bunim/Murray Productions

Bunim/Murray Productions is the leading producer of innovative entertainment content. The Emmy Award-winning company is widely credited with creating the reality television genre with its hit series The Real World (25 seasons for MTV). Bunim/Murray continued to innovate with the first reality game show, Road Rules (MTV), in 1995; the first reality sitcom, The Simple Life (E!), in 2003; and the first reality soap opera, Starting Over, in 2003. Bunim/Murray’s current programming includes The Bad Girls Club, Love Games and upcoming Best Ink (Oxygen), Keeping up with the Kardashians, Kourtney & Kim Take New York and Khloe & Lamar (E!), The Real World/Road Rules Challenge (MTV) and Project Runway and Project Runway All Stars (Lifetime). Bunim/Murray Productions has launched additional entities including M Theory Entertainment, BMP Films and M Music. BMP Films produced Pedro (MTV) and the Emmy Award-winning Autism: The Musical (HBO). Based in Van Nuys, CA, Bunim/Murray Productions was founded in 1987 by Jonathan Murray and the late Mary-Ellis Bunim. The company joined Banijay Group in 2010.

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In Master Premieres tonight on Spike – Trailer

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012

10 tattoo artists compete for the a grand prize of $100k and the title of Ink Master in this new Spike original series, hosted by rock legend Dave Navarro. Ink Master premieres Tuesday, January 17 at 10/9c.

SPIKE

Official Ink Master Series Trailer

BONUS – Meet Shane O’Neill
Look out, Ink Masters, Shane O’Neill won’t be sharing his ink or needles for much longer. See how he fares against the competition when Ink Master premieres, Tuesday, January 17 at 10/9c.

SPIKE

Meet Your Master: Shane O\’Neill

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