Hollywood Radio and Television Society Newsmaker Luncheon Series Hitmakers Cable Reality

The Hitmakers Cable Reality, part of the Newsmaker Luncheon Series, was presented by The Hollywood Radio & Television Society (HRTS) on Wednesday, April 21, 2010 from 11: am to 2pm at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA.

First, all the celebrities lined up in front of the step and repeat banner. They were able to get interviewed and photographed by various media/press outlets. Later, they networked with each other. The industry panelists were Thom Beers (Deadliest Catch, Ice Road Truckers), Mark Cronin (The Surreal Life, Rock of Love), Jason Goldberg (Punk’d), Randy Jackson (Randy Jackson Presents: America’s Best Dance Crew and judge from American Idol), Graig Piligian (Ghost Hunters, The Ultimate Fighter) and Sally Ann Salsano (Jersey Shore, Tool Academy). The event was moderated by Chris Harrison, TV host of The Bachelor & The Bachelorette.

The panelists discussed the differences in working for the networks versus the Cable industry. They stated that when you work for cable, you are able to be more creative versus at the networks where you do not have the freedom that cable provides to them as producers. By working for the networks you need to follow their rules and guidelines. A couple of hundred people who are members of HRTS attended the luncheon and panelist event . (See and listen to exclusive unscripted video from the panelist talking about the networks and cable).

About HRTS: HRTS is the entertainment industry’s premier information and networking forum. Chartered since 1947, the HRTS gathers together leading industry executives and companies representing broadcast and cable networks, studios, talent and management agencies, producers, legal and financial firms, new media companies and more to address issues that are relevant to the ongoing success and future of the entertainment business. Current HRTS membership represents over 700 executives and 48 leading companies from across the entire industry landscape. For more information about HRTS events and membership visit http://www.hrts.org

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Liberty Counsel files complaint with the FCC for indecent acts of Adam Lambert against ABC

Washington, D.C. – On November 24, 2009 Liberty Counsel (www.LC.org) posted a press release on their site stating the has filed a complaint with the Federal Communications Commission against the American Broadcasting Company (“ABC”) for airing an outrageously lewd and filthy performance by Adam Lambert on November 22, 2009 during the 2009 American Music Awards. Among other things, Lambert simulated oral sex, simulated digital penetration, simulated sadomasochistic conduct and engaged in homosexual open-mouth kissing.

Prior to going on-air, Lambert explained that his motive went beyond performing. According to the Associated Press, Lambert “wanted to break down a double standard that existed where female performers are often sexually provocative while men don’t do it that often.”
ABC’s reaction was to promote Lambert’s indecent acts. While the network edited portions of another performer’s number for the West Coast’s viewing, only one small portion of Lambert’s performance was removed. ABC actually teased and touted the rest of his actions as “what everyone will be talking about tomorrow.” This shows that it was Lambert’s obscene sexual conduct, not his vocal performance that ABC used to promote its show.

Anita L. Staver, President of Liberty Counsel, remarked: “The performance by Adam Lambert clearly crossed the line. ABC should be held accountable for airing this indecent and offensive performance. ABC promoted Lambert’s performance to boost its ratings. Now ABC should have to pay a hefty penalty to the FCC for assaulting its viewers with a debased performance by Adam Lambert.”

Those wishing to contact ABC about this decision can write to ABC, Inc., 500 S. Buena Vista Street, Burbank, CA 91521. ABC can also be reached by calling (818) 460-7477, or you may contact ABC on the web at Audience Relations Department.

Editor Note: Adam Lambert music sounds great, may be he should have not done the performance on ABC TV network because he is not establish yet. Here is Adam’s music link: http://www.ilike.com/artist/Adam+Lambert/photo/578669814?set=322636

The 61st Primetime Emmy® Awards Winners

The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences awarded on Sunday, September 20, 2009 the 2008-2009 Primetime Emmys for programs and individual achievements on the “61st Primetime Emmy Awards” originating on the CBS (Channel 2) Television Network from the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in Los Angeles. The Academy’s Chairman & CEO John Shaffner participated in the awards ceremony. Don Mischer was Executive Producer of the telecast. Neil Patrick Harris hosted the "61st Primetime Emmy® Awards," Broadcast Live.

HERE IS THE COMPLETE LIST OF THE WINNERS:

Outstanding Comedy Series
30 Rock • NBC • Broadway Video, Little Stranger, Inc. in association with Universal Media StudiosLorne Michaels, Executive ProducerTina Fey, Executive ProducerMarci Klein, Executive ProducerDavid Miner, Executive ProducerRobert Carlock, Executive ProducerJohn Riggi, Co-Executive ProducerJack Burditt, Co-Executive ProducerRon Weiner, Co-Executive ProducerMatt Hubbard, Supervising ProducerJeff Richmond, Supervising ProducerDon Scardino, ProducerJerry Kupfer, Producer

Outstanding Directing For A Comedy Series

The Office • Stress Relief • NBC • Deedle-Dee Productions and Reveille LLC in association with Universal Media StudiosJeff Blitz, Director

Outstanding Directing For A Drama Series

ER • And In The End • NBC • Constant c Productions, Amblin Television in association with Warner Bros. Television.Rod Holcomb, Director

Outstanding Directing For A Miniseries, Movie Or A Dramatic Special

Little Dorrit • Part 1 • PBS • A co-production of BBC Productions and WGBH BostonDearbhla Walsh, Director

Outstanding Directing For A Variety, Music Or Comedy Series

American Idol • Show 833 (The Final Three) • FOX • FremantleMedia N.A., Inc. & 19TV Ltd.Bruce Gowers, Director

Outstanding Drama Series

Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate TelevisionMatthew Weiner, Executive ProducerScott Hornbacher, Co-Executive ProducerAndr‚ Jacquemetton, Supervising ProducerMaria Jacquemetton, Supervising ProducerLisa Albert, Supervising Producer

Outstanding Host For A Reality Or Reality-Competition Program

Survivor • CBS • SEG Jeff Probst, Host

Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series

30 Rock • NBC • Broadway Video, Little Stranger, Inc. in association with Universal Media StudiosAlec Baldwin, as Jack Donaghy

Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series

Breaking Bad • AMC • High Bridge, Gran Via Productions, Sony Pictures TelevisionBryan Cranston, as Walter White

Outstanding Lead Actor In A Miniseries Or A Movie

Into The Storm • HBO • Scott Free and Rainmark Films production in association with the BBC and HBO FilmsBrendan Gleeson, as Winston Churchill

Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series

United States Of Tara • Showtime • Showtime presents in association with Dreamworks TelevisionToni Collette, as Tara Gregson

Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series

Damages • FX Networks • FX Productions and Sony Pictures TelevisionGlenn Close, as Patty Hewes

Outstanding Lead Actress In A Miniseries Or A Movie

Grey Gardens • HBO • Specialty Films and Locomotive in association with HBO FilmsJessica Lange, as Big Edie

Outstanding Made For Television Movie

Grey Gardens • HBO • Specialty Films and Locomotive in association with HBO FilmsLucy Barzun Donnelly, Executive ProducerRachael Horovitz, Executive ProducerMichael Sucsy, Executive ProducerDavid Coatsworth, Produced by

Outstanding Miniseries

Little Dorrit • PBS • A co-production of BBC Productions and WGBH BostonAnne Pivcevic, Executive ProducerRebecca Eaton, Executive ProducerLisa Osborne, Producer

Outstanding Original Music And Lyrics

81st Annual Academy Awards • Song Title: Hugh Jackman Opening Number • ABC • Academy of Motion Picture Arts and SciencesWilliam Ross, Original MusicJohn Kimbrough, Original MusicDan Harmon, Original LyricsRob Schrab, Original LyricsBen Schwartz, Original Lyrics

Outstanding Reality - Competition Program

The Amazing Race • CBS • World Race Productions Inc.Bertram van Munster, Executive ProducerJerry Bruckheimer, Executive ProducerJonathan Littman, Executive ProducerHayma 'Screech' Washington, Executive ProducerElise Doganieri, Co-Executive ProducerAmy Nabseth Chacon, Co-Executive ProducerMark Vertullo, Co-Executive ProducerMatt Schmidt, Supervising ProducerJarratt Carson, Supervising ProducerEvan Weinstein, Supervising ProducerGiselle Parets, Senior ProducerMichael Norton, Senior ProducerPatrick Cariaga, Senior ProducerPhil Keoghan, Producer

Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Comedy Series

Two And A Half Men • CBS • Chuck Lorre Productions, Inc., The Tannenbaum Company in association with Warner Bros. TelevisionJon Cryer, as Alan Harper

Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series

Lost • ABC • Grass Skirt Productions and ABC StudiosMichael Emerson, as Ben Linus

Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Miniseries Or A Movie

Grey Gardens • HBO • Specialty Films and Locomotive in association with HBO FilmsKen Howard, as Phelan Beale

Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Comedy Series

Pushing Daisies • ABC • Living Dead Guy Productions, The Jinks/Cohen Company in association with Warner Bros. TelevisionKristin Chenoweth, as Olive Snook

Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series

24 • FOX • Imagine Television and 20th Century Fox Television in association with Teakwood Lane ProductionsCherry Jones, as President Allison Taylor

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or Movie

House Of Saddam • HBO • HBO Films in association with BBCShohreh Aghdashloo, as Sajida

Outstanding Variety, Music Or Comedy Series

The Daily Show With Jon Stewart • Comedy Central • Central Productions, LLCJon Stewart, Host/Executive ProducerDavid Javerbaum, Executive ProducerRory Albanese, Executive ProducerJosh Lieb, Executive ProducerKahane Corn, Co-Executive ProducerJennifer Flanz, Supervising ProducerJim Margolis, Supervising ProducerSteve Bodow, Supervising ProducerAdam Lowitt, Supervising ProducerJill Katz, Producer

Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series

30 Rock • Reunion • NBC • Broadway Video, Little Stranger, Inc. in association with Universal Media StudiosMatt Hubbard, Writer

Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series

Mad Men • Meditations In An Emergency • AMC • Lionsgate TelevisionKater Gordon, WriterMatthew Weiner, Writer

Outstanding Writing for a Miniseries, Movie or a Dramatic Special

Little Dorrit • PBS • A co-production of BBC Productions and WGBH BostonAndrew Davies, Writer

Outstanding Writing For A Variety, Music Or Comedy Series

The Daily Show With Jon Stewart • Comedy Central • Central Productions, LLCSteve Bodow, Head WriterJon Stewart, WriterDavid Javerbaum, WriterJosh Lieb, WriterRory Albanese, WriterKevin Bleyer, WriterJason Ross, WriterTim Carvell, WriterJohn Oliver, WriterSam Means, WriterRob Kutner, WriterJ.R. Havlan, WriterRich Blomquist, WriterWyatt Cenac, WriterElliott Kalan, WriterRachel Axler, Writer

In addition to Emmys in 28 categories announced on September 20, 2009, Emmys in 75 other categories and areas for programs and individual achievements were presented at the Creative Arts Awards held on September 12, 2009 at the Nokia Theatre. The awards were tabulated bythe independent accounting firm of Ernst & Young LLP.

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