USA Networks is reportedly closing a deal to renew 'Law & Order: Criminal Intent' for a ninth season. According to sources, co-star Julianne Nichols will not return, and may be replaced by 'My Own Worst Enemy''s Saffron Burrows. Jeff Goldblum, Vincent D'Onofrio and Kathryn Erbe are also in talks to return, although nothing has been finalized. [Ausiello Files]
Bob Saget is planning a return to 'America's Funniest Home Videos.' The former host will team up with Tom Bergeron to celebrate the best clips from the show's 20 years on ABC. The episode is currently slated to air in November. Expect a 'Full House.' [EW.com]
Oprah is officially mad for 'Mad Men.' The legendary host will sit down with show leads January Jones and Emmy nominee Jon Hamm for an exclusive new interview, set to air next Mon., Sept. 21. Check local listings. [AMC]
Former President Bill Clinton will stop by 'The Late Show With David Letterman' on Tuesday to discuss the 2009 Clinton Global Initiative. This will mark Clinton's sixth appearance on the show, and will air just one day after Letterman's exclusive interview with President Barack Obama. [Newsday]
Tony winner Adam Shankman ('Hairspray') is 'So You Think You Can Dance''s newest judge. Shakman will join Mary Murphy and Nigel Lythgoe in a permanent gig, beginning with season 6's top 20 performance episode, airing Oct. 27. [EW.com]ALSO IN TV NEWS ...
'Laugh-In' star Henry Gibson has died. Gibson, who also appeared in 'Nashville' and 'Boston Legal,' lost his battle with cancer on Monday in his Malibu home. He was 73. [Hollywood Reporter]
Reader Comments (13)
Meri at 1:29AM on Sep 18th 2009
I LOVE L&O CI. I'm sorry Julianne won't be back. Wonder why though. My all time fave show of the L&O franchise. But Dick Wolfe has trouble keeping stars for any period of time.
Lin at 1:40AM on Sep 18th 2009
Vincent D'Onofrio and Kathryn Erbe are the best talent on TV. What an incredible team they are. Alone they are great!! Together they are magic.
Please keep them on and at least get them on more than they have been. Best talent on TV. I know I said that but it bears repeating.
WordLover at 6:01AM on Sep 18th 2009
Lin - I totally agree! Both are wonderful actors in their own right, but the Goran and Eames Team is the BEST tv has to offer!
Real Estate Tips at 2:15AM on Sep 18th 2009
I'm so sorry that Julianne won't be back.
Cleone at 2:21AM on Sep 18th 2009
I can believe Julianne won't be back???
The Team with Julianne & Jeff is so great.
What is wrong with the Net work to let these
people go??
Maybe some other Net work would pick up the
Series?
Please keep these on TV.
Thank You
Cleone
Rain at 2:31AM on Sep 18th 2009
I love L&O:CI and Julianne and Jeff were great but it has changed a few times now. As long as I have Vincent D'Onofrio and Kathryn Erbe on the show I won't complain LOL Keep up the great work on L&O I watch all of them. Bob Saggat is americas funniest video, I am glad to see him back, it wasn't the same without him.
Stephanie at 2:45AM on Sep 18th 2009
It's to bad that Julianne Nichols won't be coming back. I realy liked her. I hope she'll be able to come back sometime in the future. Even if it's only for a little while
WSP at 6:08AM on Sep 18th 2009
If you are going to include someone's name, could you at least show enough smarts to spell it right? It is Bob Saget, not Saggat! How would you feel if someone spelled your name wrong? Ever heard of proofreading before you submit something? Try it sometime!
Jennifer at 9:09AM on Sep 18th 2009
Julianne Nichols is a terrible actress. I am glad they are not bringing her back. I actually stopped watching because of her. I am glad it will just be Goran and Eames.
elaine at 12:48PM on Sep 18th 2009
I can only hope that USA will renew the contracts for Vincent and Kate, their characters began this show and should remain. As for the others I can't say I really care, if Vincent leaves , or is removed I leave I only watch the show to see him.