CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH THE CW AND “THE VAMPIRE DIARIES” WEEK-LONG MARATHON, BEGINNING MONDAY, DEC. 14

The CW to Rebroadcast All 10 Episodes of Freshman Hit “The Vampire Diaries,” Airing Two Episodes Each Night (8:00-10:00p.m. ET/PT) From Monday, Dec. 14 Through Friday, Dec. 18 

The CW Network today announced plans for a special Vampire Diaries Marathon starting on Monday, December 14. This week-long event offers fans the opportunity to relive The Vampire Diaries saga from the very beginning and allows the uninitiated the chance to get into one of TV’s breakout hits.

Airing two episodes each night from Monday, Dec. 14 through Friday, Dec. 18 (8:00-10:00p.m. ET/PT) beginning with the season premiere episode, The CW will rebroadcast every episode of its smash hit The Vampire Diaries in consecutive order across its entire primetime schedule that week. After just 10 episodes, The Vampire Diaries has become The CW’s most-watched and highest-rated series among adults 18-34 this season.

Based on the best-selling series of books by L. J. Smith, The Vampire Diaries is the story of two vampire brothers obsessed with the same beautiful girl, and battling to control the fate of an entire town. Beautiful high school student Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev, “DeGrassi: The Next Generation”) has no way of knowing that the handsome and mysterious new boy in school, Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley, “Mad Men”), is a centuries-old vampire. While Stefan struggles to live peacefully among humans, his older brother Damon (Ian Somerhalder, “Lost”) is the embodiment of vampire violence and brutality. Now these two vampire brothers - one good, one evil - are at war for Elena’s soul and for the souls of her friends, family and all the residents of the small town of Mystic Falls.

The Vampire Diaries is from Alloy Entertainment and Bonanza Productions Inc in association with Warner Bros. Television and CBS Television Studios with executive producers Kevin Williamson (“Scream,” “Dawson’s Creek”), Julie Plec (“Kyle XY,” “Wasteland”), Leslie Morgenstein (“Gossip Girl,” “Private”) and Bob Levy (“Gossip Girl,” “Privileged”).

Wednesday, November 25 8/7c, tune in to a special movie event. Set in 1978 and inspired by real-life events in the Shue family, Gracie is the story of a 16 year-old girl who, after a family tragedy changed her life, fought for and won the right for girls everywhere to play competitive team soccer.  Directed by Davis Guggenheim.

A week’s worth full episodes have been added to CWTV.com. See what’s new!

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Haley (Bethany Joy Galeotti) returns to the stage and Brooke (Sophia Bush) receives life-changing news.

Then catch an all new episode Monday 8/7c.

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Not satisfied with just being Queen of Constance Billard, Jenny (Taylor Momsen) sets her sights on becoming the Queen of all the Upper East Side by landing the hottest escort for Cotillion.
Then catch an all new episode Monday 9/8c.

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With the help of Teddy (guest star Trevor Donovan), Jackie (guest star Ann Gillespie) surprises Silver (Jessica Stroup) with a half-birthday celebration that takes her back to her childhood birthday parties.

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After learning Auggie’s (Colin Egglesfield) blood was on Sydney’s (Laura Leighton) murder weapon, the police search his apartment and demand the other residents tell them where he went.

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The final four girls learn some hip hop hula moves before channeling Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of volcanoes, during this week’s photo shoot.

Then catch an all new episode Wednesday 8/7c.

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Jeremy (Steven R. McQueen) gets a break from the mysterious new history teacher, Alaric Saltzman (guest star Matt Davis, “Legally Blonde”) and introduces Alaric to Jenna (Sara Canning).

Then catch an all new episode Thursday 8/7c.

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Super fan Becky (guest star Emily Perkins) uses Chuck’s (guest star Chuck Benedict) phone to trick Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) into attending a Supernatural fan convention, complete with fans dressed up as Sam and Dean.
Then catch an all new episode next Thursday 9/8c.

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Superhero twins Zan (guest star David Gallagher) and Jayna (guest star Allison Scagliotti) show up in Metropolis to help The Blur fight crime but end up botching several rescues, landing Clark (Tom Welling) in hot water with the District Attorney’s office.

Then catch an all new episode Friday 8/7c.

The CW and SCJ have updated the “Green” promotion with a new slogan and fresh look. Go Green Pass it On! http://www.cwtv.com/gogreen features new videos, a wealth of tips on ways to go green as well as a blog from various cast/crew from shows across the CW Network! Visitors to www.cwtv.com/gogreen will also have the chance to play the Green Match Game as well as the chance to embed the re-designed widget with new video.

The CW has been making news. Catch up on some recent press about the network.
In an interview with the LA Times, showrunner Kevin Williamson talks about the future of THE VAMPIRE DIARIES and what’s in store for the people (and vampires) of Mystic Falls. Read more now.

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2009/10/kevin-williamson-talks-about.html

President of Entertainment Dawn Ostroff recently spoke to E! Online about where the network is headed. See what she had to say.

http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/watch_with_kristin/b137644_in_year_of_melrose_place_cw_boss_talks.html?utm_source=eonline&utm_medium=rssfeeds&utm_campaign=rss_kristin 

TV Week’s take on the network noted that The CW has found its identity and silenced questions about its viability. Read more.

http://www.tvweek.com/news/2009/03/the_cw_lives.php

NEW DRAMA “LIFE UNEXPECTED” PREMIERES JANUARY 18, 2010 JOINING HIT SERIES “ONE TREE HILL” AND “GOSSIP GIRL” IN MONDAY NIGHT ROTATION
The CW Network announced today it will air all-original episodes of three series - GOSSIP GIRL, ONE TREE HILL and the new drama LIFE UNEXPECTED - on Monday nights from mid-January through May 2010. The three series will air in a revolving schedule as follows:

The network’s new drama series, LIFE UNEXPECTED, will premiere Monday, January 18 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET), following the return of original episodes of ONE TREE HILL that night in the 8:00-9:00 p.m. timeslot.

On March 8, LIFE UNEXPECTED will move to the 8:00-9:00 p.m. timeslot, followed by the return of original episodes of the pop-culture sensation GOSSIP GIRL from 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET. On April 19, after LIFE UNEXPECTED has completed its initial 13-episode run, the Monday-night schedule will finish the broadcast season with ONE TREE HILL at 8:00 p.m. and GOSSIP GIRL at 9:00 p.m.

GOSSIP GIRL is The CW’s number one series in W18-34 (3.4/8). This week’s episode of ONE TREE HILL hit or matched season highs.

LIFE UNEXPECTED is the story of 15-year-old Lux (Britt Robertson, “Swingtown”), who, after spending her life bouncing from one foster family to another, has decided it’s time to become an emancipated minor. Her journey through the legal maze leads Lux to her biological parents, Nate “Baze” Bazile (Kristoffer Polaha, “Mad Men”) and Cate Cassidy (Shiri Appleby, “E.R.”). When a judge unexpectedly grants temporary joint custody to Baze and Cate, they agree to make a belated attempt to give Lux the family she deserves. LIFE UNEXPECTED is produced by Mojo Films in association with CBS Television Studios and Warner Bros. Television with executive producers Liz Tigelaar (”Brothers and Sisters,” “What About Brian”), Janet Leahy (”Boston Legal,” “Gilmore Girls”) and Gary Fleder (”October Road”).

ONE TREE HILL was created by Mark Schwahn and is executive produced by Schwahn, Joe Davola, Greg Prange, Mike Tollin and Brian Robbins. ONE TREE HILL is a Mastermind Laboratories and Tollin/Robbins Production in association with Warner Bros. Television.

Filmed in New York and based on the popular series of young-adult novels by Cecily von Ziegesar, GOSSIP GIRL is from College Hill Pictures and Alloy Entertainment in association with Warner Bros. Television and CBS Television Studios with executive producers Josh Schwartz (”Chuck,” “The O.C.”), Stephanie Savage (”The O.C.”), Bob Levy (”The Vampire Diaries”), Leslie Morgenstein (”The Vampire Diaries”), John Stephens (”Gilmore Girls,” “The O.C.”) and co-executive producer Joshua Safran.

The Monday midseason rotation will be as follows:

January 18 - March 1 8:00-9:00 pm ONE TREE HILL
9:00-10:00 pm LIFE UNEXPECTED

March 8 - April 12 8:00-9:00 pm LIFE UNEXPECTED
9:00-10:00 pm GOSSIP GIRL

April 19 - Season Finales 8:00-9:00 pm ONE TREE HILL
9:00-10:00 pm GOSSIP GIRL

The CW and Ford Warriors in Pink present: “Put a Hybrid In Your Zip Code” Sweepstakes http://www.cwtv.com/warriorsinpink . The 90210-based promotion launched on November 10, promoting the official start of the sweepstakes on November 17. Ford and CW have joined forces to promote Breast Cancer awareness through a compelling PSA that is featured on the promotion’s landing page. In addition to that, visitors to the site can enter for a chance to win a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. Additional elements include a photo gallery and useful information on how visitors can help support Breast Cancer research by purchasing products from the Warriors in Pink fashion line. 100% of the proceeds go to support Breast Cancer Awareness.

A week’s worth full episodes have been added to CWTV.com. See what’s new!
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Julian (Austin Nichols) agrees to a weekend camping trip but struggles to fit in with Nathan (James Lafferty) and the guys.

Then catch an all new episode Monday 8/7c.

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Olivia (guest star Hilary Duff) says something she regrets during her appearance on Jimmy Fallon’s (Fallon playing himself) talkshow and tries to keep Dan (Penn Badgley) from finding out.
Then catch an all new episode Monday 9/8c.

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Navid (Michael Steger) and Gia (guest star Rumer Willis) launch an investigation into student drug use at West Beverly for Blaze News, which leads them to Annie’s (Shenae Grimes) boyfriend, Jasper (guest star Zach Sherman), leaving Annie torn over who to believe.

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Riley (Jessica Lucas) helps Jonah (Michael Rady) film a wedding, but the two get into a big fight in the middle of the ceremony.

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The ladies explore the cliffs of Hawaii and are forced to strike a modelesque pose while jumping into the water.

Then catch an all new episode Wednesday 8/7c.

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On his birthday, Stefan (Paul Wesley) is surprised by a visit from Lexi, (guest star Arielle Kebble, “Gilmore Girls”), one of his oldest friends.

Then catch an all new episode next Thursday 8/7c.

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The Trickster (guest star Richard Speight Jr.) throws Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) into an alternate universe where they are characters in different television series, including a sexy medical show, a Japanese game show, a forensics show and a sitcom.
Then catch an all new episode next Thursday 9/8c.

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Jor-El (guest star Julian Sands) mysteriously arrives at the Kent farm searching for his son, Kal-El, but meets Chloe (Allison Mack) instead.

Then catch an all new episode Friday 8/7c.

Visit the brand new CW STYLE section to get trends and tips and stay fashionable The CW way. Consult the style blog for tips on everything from the leggings of Beverly Hills to the leather of Mystic Falls. Take the chic challenge and see how much you know about the fashions — and fashionistas — of The CW.

See stylish photos from all your favorite shows, and see who’s representing The CW on the covers of the hottest fashion magazines. The CW has style to talk about, and you can do just that in the Style Lounge, as you compare fashions, shopping tips, and more with your fellow fashionable fans. See what else is new in CW STYLE.

“Somebody To Love” Single With Robin Thicke To Be Featured In November 9th Episode Of Hit CW Show

Fans Will Be Able To Text LM To 8905 and Receive Exclusive New Edit Of ‘Somebody To Love’ Ringtone on Their Verizon Wireless Phone 

Universal Republic Records/Time-Act Music and Verizon Wireless will be unveiling the first sneak peek of celebrated singer/songwriter/actress Leighton Meester’s much talked-about debut video for her new single “Somebody To Love” (featuring Robin Thicke) during the Monday, November 2nd episode (9:00-10:00p.m. ET/PT) of her hit CW drama GOSSIP GIRL. The new single will also be featured the following week during the November 9th episode of the top-rated drama, with the sultry full-length video (also showcasing singer Robin Thicke) to be launched on CWTV.com immediately after its broadcast on The CW Network.

A special new edit of the ringtone for “Somebody To Love” will also be made available exclusively to Verizon Wireless customers beginning on November 9th. Fans will be able to text LM to 8905 to receive the ringtone on their Verizon Wireless phone.
Leighton will also be the featured artist on the “Gossip Girl'’ music page of CWTV.com (CWTV.com/ggmusic). GOSSIP GIRL-centric social networking sites will also be plugged into the buzz surrounding “Somebody To Love,” featuring Tweets, Facebook updates, MySpace alerts and more, as well as serving up multiple online links to the steamy video.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Zoe Cassavetes, the clip was shot in New York City, embodying a noir-ish overtone that Leighton says “creates a different ambiance, which is what we were going for. It is fun, yet laid back and kind of very sexy, actually.” The single, “Somebody To Love,” was released to radio in mid-October and is enjoying great support by multiple major stations across the U.S.

Possessing a self-described “passion for music” for as long as she can remember, the multi-talented star has been recording the new album in New York City with a host of talented collaborators, writers and producers, including Stuart Price (Madonna) and Mike Caren (Flo Rida), among others.

The versatile artist has built up a solid resume of singing/acting performances the past few years, including singing duet with the legendary Tony Bennett on the hit HBO series “Entourage.” Citing diverse musical influences such as M.I.A. and Gwen Stefani, she has hinted many of the new songs on her debut effort favor a distinct cutting edge.

Meester, who has built a global following thanks to her acclaimed portrayal of the character Blair Waldorf in GOSSIP GIRL, will be seen on the big screen starring in the Sony Screen Gems thriller `The Roommate,’ with Minka Kelly in October 2010, and the movie `Date Night’ with Tina Fey and Steve Carell in April 2010.