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A writer at the South Bend Tribune offers six suggestions to improve The CW, and he got us thinking. Is he right? Would more reality TV increase ratings? We think a good reality show (key word: good) makes for awesome, can't-miss TV, but we don't know if more reality is the answer. As for axing 7th Heaven and adding news programming... well, we're a little skeptical. Would you guys really come to The CW for news? Would canning the Camdens and developing a new cult drama be the answer to a major ratings hike? Tell us what you'd change about The CW -- and what you love and would never change!

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Name: Terry Crews

Where you can catch him: As Julius Rock on Everybody Hates Chris, Mondays at 8/7c

Why we heart him: Can you imagine anyone else playing Chris' tough but essentially warm-hearted father? We can't. Furthermore, the former NFL player has proven that there's life after football - and quite a fulfilling life at that. Not only is he a regular on a critically acclaimed TV series, he also is a parent (5 kids - phew!), a painter and has appeared in movies such as Training Day, Starsky & Hutch, The Benchwarmers and the November release Harsh Times with Christian Bale and Eva Longoria.

How did he land his current gig? He met Chris Rock on the set of The Longest Yard, and Chris chose Terry for the role.

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Can't get enough of Gilmore Girls' Lauren Graham and 7th Heaven's Stephen Collins? Well, if you love both (or one or the other), you can catch them in the same film in early 2007! Here's a sneak peek at Because I Said So, which features both Lauren and Stephen and also stars Diane Keaton, Mandy Moore and Piper Perabo.

It's always great to see Lauren doing films, and Stephen Collins getting love interest status?! Squeal!!

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An angry columnist at Azstarnet.com has had it with the Gilmores this season. She puts some of the blame on The WB for driving away Amy Sherman-Palladino, and she's mad! Among her gripes: Why is no one (besides Sookie) more upset about the Lorelai/Luke breakup? Enough April! Enough Logan! And Lane shouldn't have gotten pregnant right away.

Did we mention that she's really mad?

Anyway, some of you have aired your frustrations with this season, but are they for the same reasons? Or is it something else that has you annoyed? Or are you not fed up at all, and you can't figure out why everyone's up in arms about this season of Gilmore? Discuss!

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Hey, a light, funny episode with little major emotional fallout! It’s good to see the guys snarking and kicking butt instead of grieving and attacking cars. The poor things needed a break. And as a bonus, the guy they were hunting ended up being just as quick with the quips as the Winchesters themselves. Not bad.

So let’s talk about Andy. Yeah, he used his mind powers to evade bill collectors and score free coffee, but he seemed almost harmless, just a happy-go-lucky guy who could convince you to give up your car. (And were we the only ones yelling “Noooooo!” at the TV when that happened?) He’s got a fun taste in music, a kickin’ van, and a decent outlook on life – “I have everything I need.” That’s kind of wonderful. But we still wouldn’t want to be on the other end of a conversation with him – we like our free will, thanks very much.

We were having so much fun chortling at the Star Wars references and the one-liners that we almost missed that whole subtext thing: Brother against brother, choosing between good and evil, the line between madness and sanity among those touched by the demon. We’re betting this will shake out into something major before too long.

We were impressed that Ellen finally got the boys to spill about all the kids who the demon may be manipulating. We thought Dean had a good point, saying telling a bar-full of hunters are Li’l Psychic Sammy may not be the best idea. But Ellen’s right – this is going to be bigger than just the Winchester boys, and they’re going to need all the help they can get. Let’s just hope Ellen doesn’t sell them out to the more zealous hunters out in the network. We can imagine that someone like Gordon wouldn’t have any problem eliminating Sam in the name of keeping the peace.

What did you think of Andy and his powers? Do you think the guys should have told Ellen about the demon-touched children – and that Sam was one of them? How clumsy was Jo’s attempt at seduction? Discuss!

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OK, maybe we're bigger comics geeks that we should admit in polite company, but we'll confess that we got a giggle out of Lex and Oliver attending "Excelsior Academy." Did anyone else get a flash of Stan Lee's editor's letters in all the Marvel comics? Granted, Marvel's the wrong comics publisher – Superman, Green Arrow and the rest are DC titles – but we still thought it was a shout-out for the comics aficionados in the audience. Thanks, guys!

Interesting Lex and Ollie backstory there. We liked the different lessons that the two men seemed to take away from their experience – Lex, that he needed to be strong and out-manipulate anyone who came at him, and Ollie, that he was responsible for a death and he needed to atone. Guess we can figure out right there who's a hero and who's a villain.

Speaking of villains – can you believe that Lionel kept someone alive for 10 years just so he could experiment on him? That's cold-blooded. However, Lex surpassed him in the end by demanding the data Lionel's been getting from those experiments on his only childhood friend. See what we said about villains up above? He's scary.

Then there were the bullies, Ollie's hangers-on. We weren't too sorry to see them go – especially the first one, who was too dumb to get out of the way when things started falling off the roof in his general directions. That prep school must not have had the most rigorous academic requirements.

Finally, we'd like to call a moratorium on speeding-bus accidents on CW shows for a while. There were back-to-back bus mauling on Smallville and Supernatural – is someone trying to make public transportation look bad? We're taken the bus for years, and we can remember hardly any fatal crashes!

What do you think, Smallville fans? Did the episode live up to your expectations? How do you feel about the Lex/Oliver backstory?

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We're having trouble sympathizing with One Tree Hill's Nathan. Yeah, he got an awesome scholarship to Duke, and he has every right to be excited about it. But Haley's pregnant, and he can barely muster up a "Congratulations, honey," or "I love you," let alone a "We'll face this together." She told him the news -- and he ran to see RACHEL, of all people. Come on! Then he sees Dan, who of course plants evil ideas in his head, and by the time Nathan finally reconnects with Haley, he's already on the way to a press conference. Yeah, he did shape up at the press conference... but was it too little, too late?

Don't get us wrong -- we love Nathan, and he's stood by Haley during some tough times. But this might be the biggest deal they ever face, and it took him awhile to become the supportive husband Haley needs. What do you think -- was Nathan right to be distant, or does he need to shape up for Haley and their future child? And what's up with Rachel as his new BFF?

Read a recap of last night's episode!

Vote in the polls!

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Aw, Brooke, we weren't ready to see you go yet. Brooke was never going to win this thing, but we think she had more potential than Jaeda (who we think Tyra loves to string along) and Eugena (who never really seemed to care that much). And yeah, she looked a bit childish clinging to Fabio's leg in the photo shoot... but that's because she's barely 18 and he's almost 50! The girl can't help it.

Speaking of Fabio, was anyone else a bit weirded out about that shoot? The man's old enough to be their father, and suddenly they're expected to get all sexy with him? Some of the girls seemed a little squeamish, but Fabio was enjoying himself... Vote on how you feel about Fabio!

Melrose rocked the shoot, as did Anchal, Caridee, and the twins. Jaeda was clearly out of her element, and poor Eugena. Her shot was just so uncomfortable (and practically porny in nature!).

The recap is up!

Fabio: hot or not so much? Vote!

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Don't worry, Naley fans. Haley's not going record shopping with Chris any time soon (that we know of!). But we had to post this pic and reminisce about the two and their music-lovin' storyline, since both of them are making news this week about their musical careers.

It's OK! to be a TV Addict--if you're Bethany Joy Galeotti, that is. Bethany Joy is the “TV Addict of the Week,” according to the latest issue of OK! Magazine. The actress discusses her fave TV shows, her first album (which finally has a name), and much more. Pick up the October 23rd issue of the mag, on newsstands now!

Plus, Tyler Hilton is hitting the road. He’ll be touring all around the country—from Staten Island to San Juan Capistrano. Check him out, coming to a city near you!

Bethany and Tyler aren't the only OTHers in the news. Teen People darling Sophia Bush has gone retro! Check out the cute 'do she sported when she attended the Miss Sixty show during the height of Fashion Week in the Big Apple. Teen People liked it enough to send out a “Beauty Alert.”

And that's not all! Get lots more OTH scoop on our OTH news page!

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We did suffer a fair amount of Logan whiplash this episode – you did know that the reporter (Matt Czuchry) plays a tortured rich-guy boyfriend named Logan on Gilmore Girls, right? Somebody on this network must really like the name. Is it a Wolverine shout-out? A tribute to Boston’s airport? A callback to the classic flick Logan’s Run? We may never know.

Speaking of crossovers – how cool was it that Enrico Colantoni’s old Just Shoot Me castmate Laura San Giacomo played Keith Mars’ client and potential love interest? Nice bit of interaction between the two of them.

Finally, there’s Parker. Yes, she’s been through a horrible, traumatic experience. But why does she seem to think it’s all Veronica’s fault? There was no way Veronica could have known what was going on in that room. Now she’s just trying to find the real culprit – why does Parker seem to take that as a deliberate affront? Weird.

So what did you think of the episode? Have we finally spotted the rapist, or is the guy in the picture someone else entirely? Do you feel for Logan, or do you think he’s still just a spoiled rich boy?

Read a full recap of the episode!

Were you surprised by Fake Charlie? Should Veronica have helped the frat? Take the episode poll!

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If you've checked out recent Smallville posts, there is a ton of animosity between Lois fans and Chloe fans. It's really a shame they can't co-exist. With all the big problems headed Smallville's way this season, one would think it would help to maintain a united front. Well, that's just our opinion.

However, now it looks like Lois and Chloe themselves have some issues with each other. Lois has suddenly taking a liking to the newspaper biz... and Chloe's her #1 skeptic. Is a familial rivalry brewing before our very eyes? Say it isn't so, show!

We loved the relationship these two cousins once had. It would be a shame if it deteriorated further just because they've both decided to pursue careers in the same field, wouldn't it? There's enough room in the media biz for both stars-in-the-making.

Do you think Chloe and Lois are growing apart? Does this have less to do with journalism and more to do with something else? Can we finally call a truce between Lois and Chloe fans once and for all?! And what do you think is the secret that Lex and Ollie share?

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A few weeks ago, our Brooke vs. Peyton post ignited huge controversy (and it's still going on). Peyton and Brooke's defenders have it in for each other, and neither side's willing to back down. But the venom and anger that this post stirred up made us wonder -- should Lucas take any of the blame for their current feud? Are all the problems stemming from years of back-and-forth with Lucas/Brooke and Lucas/Peyton? Does he need to just stay away from both of them so they can mend their friendship?

Tell us what you think!

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More Veronica news! Show creator Rob Thomas talked to EW.com about how he started looking for new jobs when ratings were down last season. We're so glad he didn't.

Plus, Tina Majorino (Mac) tells TVGuide.com about juggling Veronica Mars and Big Love!

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Last week, we posted about a circulating GG spoiler that had us floored. We almost didn't believe it... but now we have to. It's been confirmed by none other than the man behind the story, GG's lead producer David Rosenthal. He talks to Ausiello at TVGuide.com today about the story (warning: HUGE spoilers ahead -- don't read if you don't want to know!). There's also scoop about what's next for Rory and Logan and more news on the return of Marty (yay!).

Okay, Gilmore fans. Is Rosenthal crazy, brilliant, or perhaps a little bit of both? What do you think of these developments? Discuss here!

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Birth name: Stephen Weaver Collins

Where you can catch him: As Reverend Eric Camden on 7th Heaven, Sundays at 8/7c

Why we heart him: If Tom Hanks wasn't already crowned Hollywood's Top Nice Guy, we'd give
the title to Stephen, whose career spans decades. Not only is he an actor, but he's also a musician and author of two novels, Eye Contact and Double Exposure.

Did you know? You can see him next in the upcoming Warner Bros. release Blood Diamond, co-starring Oscar winner Jennifer Connelly and Oscar nominee Leonardo DiCaprio. Not too shabby!

For more about Stephen, check out his official Web site!

Do you dig The Rev as much as we do? Is he your favorite character on 7th? He's definitely ours!

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CW stars are making the rounds this week in all forms of media. Check 'em out:

*Lauren Graham (Gilmore Girls) graces the cover of Calabasas, a luxury lifestyle magazine. She looks completely gorgeous. Stunning photos!

Get more Gilmore news!

*Veronica Mars's Kristen Bell tells the Chicago Sun-Times what she was like in high school (popular, but a late bloomer) and how fans respond to the show's tougher topics.

Find out more Veronica Mars scoop!

*Supernatural's Jensen Ackles will appear on The Megan Mullally Show this Thursday. We're looking forward to seeing Jensen banter with wacky Megan.

Get more Supernatural news!

*Tia Mowry of The Game talks to The Detroit News about acting without her twin sister by her side.

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It's Friday afternoon, so what better way to jump-start the weekend than with some serious eye candy from some of our fave CW shows? Today, we're showcasing a few fine male specimens.

Don't worry -- if your favorite star wasn't featured yet, you'll have to check back again next Friday for another installment. Everyone'll get a turn, we promise!

And now... the unveiling of some supreme eye candy. TGIF, Sourcesters!

One Tree Hill's Nathan Scott (James Lafferty)


7th Heaven's Kevin Kinkirk (George Stults)


Supernatural's John Winchester (Jeffrey Dean Morgan)


Gilmore Girls's Luke (Scott Patterson)


Smallville's Green Arrow (Justin Hartley)

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The CW has a few new shows in the works, including a drama described as a "young 'Grey's Anatomy' in the FBI," a military-themed drama, and a video-blog themed drama. We're intrigued by the first two (hey, we're suckers for a good drama), but we're unsure about the third. Did anyone tell them Lonelygirl15's 15 minutes are up?

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Did anyone else feel like this episode was sort of muted? We liked the way the director and lighting folks made everything just a little washed out, sort of reinforcing that everyone in the episode was acting through a haze of grief. Nicely done, folks.

All of that leading up to the emotional wallop at the end of the hour. It caught us by surprise to realize that all those times he was saying "What's dead should stay dead," Dean was talking about himself. That's a hell of a lot of guilt to be carrying around, and he's right, there's nothing Sam could say to make it better.

Even with that, they still brought some funny this time out. Our personal favorite? The look on Sam's face when he was watching the adult channel in the room while Dean was out – he looked so confused, like "so that's what Dean does in the back seat of the Metallicar when he goes off with those barmaids…" And then his abrupt clicking off the TV, and trying to look innocent when Dean walked in? "Awkward!" is right!

*Read a recap!

*"Our lives are weird, man." Relive the best quotes from the episode!

*Vote in the latest Supernatural polls!

Part 2 of the Eric Kripke interview with TVGuide.com is up: "The best thing I could ask from the fans, as a personal favor to me, is to tell people about it." You heard him! Tell everyone you know (that is, if you haven't already) about Supernatural and its awesomeness.

What'd you think? Discuss!

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What were we saying about Ollie's trick arrows? Granted, there was no boxing glove arrow, but the knockout gas one and the taser one were hot. We sure didn't get to play with things like that when we were in summer camp!

The other thing we didn't have: Ollie's supercool retractable bow that fit in a thigh holster. That? Was awesome.

But enough about this hero-come-lately... What did you think of Clark this episode? He used his detecting skills to figure out the Arrow's identity - skills that will come in handy when he's a world-class reporter... Also, we thought it was pretty classy the way he used his eye beams to help Ollie get away before Lois unmasked him.

Do you think Lois will ever soften her stance on masked superheroes? We suspect she'll stick to the hard-line distrust of masked men for some time to come. But maybe this experience with Ollie will make her that much more receptive to Clark when he finally reveals all...

Talk about "Arrow" here!

MORE: Take the "Arrow" poll now!

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