Oprah Winfrey to launch her “OWN” Network?
CelebrityGossip.ie - 7th Nov 2009

CelebrityGossip.ie - 7th Nov 2009

Oprah Winfrey to launch her “OWN” Network?
Oprah may soon pack her bags at CBS and shift base to her very own network
WILL OPRAH WINFREY MOVE HER SHOW TO CABLE?: PHOTO
CBS TV Distribution says that it has not been apprised by anyone within Oprah Winfrey's Harpo organization that she plans to pull up stakes in Chicago and move her syndicated talk show to her Los Angeles-based cable network OWN in 2011. Winfrey's purported move was first disclosed by entertainment industry blogger Nikki Finke on her Dateline Hollywood website on Thursday. Winfrey's contract with CBS TV Distribution -- although CBS acquired King World, the company that launched Winfrey's daytime...
Oprah and CBS Still in Talks Over Future of Talk Show.: VIDEO
Oprah Winfrey is in talks with CBS over changes for her talk show. Oprah Winfrey is negotiating whether to stay or leave her talk show on the network, The Hollywood Reporter announced. Winfrey has been negotiating with television network, CBS Corp. on whether to take her daytime talk show to her own L.A-based network “The Oprah Winfrey Network,” OWN. The syndication deal expires in mid-2011 and Winfrey said will have an answer by the end of this year. The network company said Winfrey is a...
LOL !! aww here goes . . .: PHOTO
LOL !! aww here goes . . . Stephenie Meyer on Oprah November 13! Stephenie Meyer will be on The Oprah Winfrey Show on Friday, November 13. Looks like this will be the only interview she’ll be doing in support of New Moon ! Can’t wait… Hi everybody! I wanted to apprise you all of a few upcoming things. You know I’ve been doing the hermit thing this last year, in so far as media is concerned, and I’m not changing that now, but I am making an exception. I’m...
Oprah 'sets deadline' over talk show: PHOTO
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Covergirls: Oprah Shares Cover with Ellen!: PHOTO
Ask and you shall receive… After much hinting from Ellen, Oprah shares the cover of her December with fellow the fellow talk show host. Two covers actually. Fan of both! Share and Enjoy:
What? No More Oprah?
Well...nothing is set in stone but the most famous daytime TV show in history could soon be coming to an end. Oprah Winfrey says her contract is due to expire in 2011, which would mark her 25th year on the air, but the talkshow queen says she hasn't decided whether or not she'll continue it. Industry insiders believe the daily grind may now be too much for her - and also believe she may be interested in taking total control of the cable channel she is launching, the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN)....
'Precious' Generating Oscar Buzz: VIDEO
Claireece Jones the Harlem teenager at the center of the movie “Precious", based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire, lives in a world of specific and overwhelming horror. She goes by her middle name, Precious, which seems like a cruel taunt, since nearly everyone around her thinks she’s worthless and lets her know it. This new movie which was executively produced by Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey will likely be up for an Oscar. Set in Harlem in 1987, the movie chronicles...
Oprah Shares Cover with Ellen Degeneres: PHOTO
Oprah has finally decided to share the cover of O Magazine with someone…and that someone is Ellen DeGeneres ! Ellen went on a champagne campaign to convince Oprah to share the cover after years of featuring photos of herself (click HERE to see Ellen’s “mock” covers)! Hilarious! I ain’t mad at this at all and they both look fabulous! Congrats, Ellen!
Oprah Drops BeBe Winans from Karaoke Show: PHOTO
Until all Domestic abuse allegations are cleared and resolved, singer BeBe Winans will not be appearing on an upcoming episode of The Oprah Show. While promoting he and his sister CeCe’s new album Still, the gospel veteran taped an appearance of the “Karaoke Challenge” show as a judge last Friday, and bloggers and Winans’ ex-wife accused Oprah of having a double standard after having a special on Domestic abuse and taking a strong stance against Domestic Violence...
Could Oprah Be Leaving Broadcast TV?
Is Oprah Winfrey ready to ditch her syndication deal and take her talk show to her new cable network OWN? Yes, according to Nikki Finke , who reports that the queen of daytime will soon announce that she will not be renewing her syndication contract with CBS Television Distribution and will be moving her show to the new network, set to launch in 2011: "I've learned that in coming days Winfrey and Discovery will issue a Press release announcing OWN's on-air launch for the start of 2011. And, in...
Oprah Winfrey Ditches BeBe Winans From Show After Backlash
Tagged with Oprah Oprah Winfrey has banned BeBe Winans off her show until further notice Domestic Violence charges against the gospel singer are resolved, according to reports. BeBe & CeCe appeared on -Oprah' on Friday, Oct. 23 and performed a new song called -Grace.' After the performance,
ELLEN DE GENERES DID IT!THE COVER OF O MAGAZINE: VIDEO
At last, Ellen De Generes unveiled today the covers of the upcoming December issue of O magazine. Ellen DeGeneres wanted to share the cover of O with Oprah Winfrey for months [ Source ] We LOVE Elle, and even tho she said that she never wanted to be a spokesperson for the gay community, I believe she is one of the best. She married Porta Di Rossi during the summer 2008 and we cannot wait for her to be the 4th judge on American Idol . The cover on top will be available on stands, the one below...
Precious Movie Recommended by Oprah Has Big Name Cast
Oprah is backing the movie Precious with a firm belief that this will be an Oscar winner. Precious is based on the novel Push by bisexual writer Sapphire. It has piled up an amazing collection of Awards and critical acclaim already. Precious has a big name cast and the star,Gabourey Sidibe, is a newcomer. Oprah and executive producer Tyler Perry are putting their considerable clout behind the marketing campaign. "When I first saw the movie Precious, I was so deeply moved, I immediately called...
Oprah sets deadline over talk show
New York, November 7 - ANI: Oprah Winfrey has reportedly set a deadline on whether she wishes to renew her talk show contract with channel bosses. The 53-year-old chat queen will allegedly make the decision to go on or not by December 31. Meanwhile, industry experts believe the star has enough reasons to stick around. "Why would she walk away'" the New York Post quoted Marc Berman, who writes for Mediaweek magazine, specializing in TV syndica- tion, as saying. "She's No. 1, and...
Oprah Sorta Clears The Air
The Great O addressed the rumors of a new cable network but her silence on the possible departure from Chicago for Los Angeles may have been just as loud. She confirmed the formation of a new network (OWN, short for Oprah Winfrey Network) but on the subject of the relocation, she told CBS 2 simply , "I am going to make that announcement soon. I am going to make that decision and make the announcement soon." And what of the numerous local jobs at Harpo, Inc? "They should not worry." Sooooo.....
Chris Brown Says "Abuse Of Any Kind Is Always Wrong," Taylor Ready To Go "100%" On Tonight's SNL [Dirt Bag]: PHOTO
Chris Brown sat down with MTV's Sway to discuss his assault on Rihanna, noting that he's still unsure as to how the public perceives him and that he believes that "abuse of any kind is always wrong." [MTV]
Ellen DeGeneres Covers “O” Magazine December 2009: VIDEO
Comedian Ellen DeGeneres graces two covers of "O" Magazine December 2009 with Oprah . The theme of the cover will be "Get Your Glow On!” Ellen will appear on the Oprah show November 9th to discuss her new job on American Idol. Ellen had campaigned to get on the cover of "O" magazine. See video below Oprah telling Ellen she will be on the cover.
Kim Kardashian Lands “CSI: NY” Guest Role
Continuing to branch out in the world of television, Kim Kardashian has landed herself another guest role on primetime television. Following a recent stint on “Brothers,” the E! reality beauty is kicking off filming for a guest spot on the hit CBS show, “CSI: NY”. Tweeting about the new job this morning, Kim wrote, “Up and on my way to the set of CSI Wish me luck! Have the best day guys! xo.” Also in the episode, which airs on December 16th, is Vanessa...
KIM KARDASHIAN LANDS “CSI: NY” GUEST ROLE
Continuing to division discover in the concern of television, Kim Kardashian has landed herself added temporary persona on primetime television. Following a past continuance on “Brothers,” the E! actuality example is move soured photography for a temporary blot on the impact CBS show, “CSI: NY”. Tweeting most the newborn employ this morning, Kim wrote, “Up and on my artefact to the ordered of CSI Wish me luck! Have the prizewinning period guys! xo.” Also in...
Conversations with . . . Lee Daniels: PHOTO
On the heels of one of the year’s most anticipated film releases, director Lee Daniels sat down with FilmGordon publisher Tim Gordon to discuss the impact of “Precious.” Daniels discussed a multitude of relevant topics including the connection between Tyler Perry and his mother, his transition into major studio films and the juxtiposition between his bubbly personality and the dark complex films that he produces. The first first African-American sole producer of an Academy...
'CSI' Crossover Trilogy Preview - What Will Happen on All Three Shows (VIDEO)
Beginning on Nov. 9, Laurence Fishburne as Dr. Ray Langston will pack up his surgical gloves and swab kits and investigate a Missing Persons case that spans 'CSI: Miami,' 'CSI: NY' and 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.' This three-part crossover marks the first time a single character has appeared on all three shows from the CBS franchise in the same week as part of the same story. The trilogy begins in the 'CSI: Miami' episode 'Bone Voyage,' in which Horatio Caine summons Langston to Miami...
DVR Alert: Stephenie Meyer To Appear on The Oprah Winfrey Show!: PHOTO
Like I said, the News today has just been fabulous, from the New Moon press junket to this great item that the Queen herself, Stephenie Meyer, posted on her website : Hi everybody! I wanted to apprise you all of a few upcoming things. You know I’ve been doing the hermit thing this last year, in so far as media is concerned, and I’m not changing that now, but I am making an exception. I’m doing this for a good reason: I am so pleased and amazed and thrilled with what Chris...
'CSI' Crossover Trilogy Preview - What Will Happen on All Three Shows (VIDEO)
Beginning on Nov. 9, Laurence Fishburne as Dr. Ray Langston will pack up his surgical gloves and swab kits and investigate a Missing Persons case that spans 'CSI: Miami,' 'CSI: NY' and 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.' This three-part crossover marks the first time a single character has appeared on all three shows from the CBS franchise in the same week as part of the same story. The trilogy begins in the 'CSI: Miami' episode 'Bone Voyage,' in which Horatio Caine summons Langston to Miami...
TVNewser: 'Could Glenn Beck Take Over Oprah's Syndicated Slot?': PHOTO
Deadline Hollywood shocked the entertainment world Thursday when it predicted Oprah Winfrey would soon give up her syndicated television program to move it to her OWN cable network. On Friday, the website TVNewser wondered if this might open the door for FOX News sensation Glenn Beck to move into such a syndicated arrangement. This was on the heals of the New York Times lavishing praise on Beck for being the new Oprah when it comes to helping the sales of fiction writers.






