Image Credit: Miranda Penn Turin/Fox Production on the Fox hit Glee has hit a snag or, more appropriately, a virus. EW has learned that due to several members of the cast coming down with tonsillitis, production on the series has been canceled for today. The cast and crew are currently in the midst of shooting their big post-Super Bowl episode and were set to film one of the biggest musical numbers this evening on location. But don’t you worry, Gleeks: Production will resume on Monday and the scenes planned for tonight will be rescheduled for January.
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One episode. That’s all that stands between you and The End…. of Dexter‘s fifth season, that is. Questions loom over Showtime’s serial killer drama: [Spoiler Alert: Stop reading if you haven't seen episode 11] Will the discovery of Liddy’s body prove more dangerous for Dexter (Michael C. Hall) or Quinn (Desmond Harrington)–or both? Will Dexter track down Lumen (Julia Stiles) before it’s too late? What does Jordan (Jonny Lee Miller) have in store for Dexter? Is this the episode that Harrison’s nanny (Maria Doyle Kennedy) is finally revealed to be plotting something sinister? On Sunday night, answers will flow. Right now, though, you can play the guessing game with the aid of some teasers. Dexter executive producer Sara Colleton gives you, EW.com reader, four clues to fire the imagination about the finale, titled “The Big One.” Craving a sneak peak in video form? Check out an exclusive clip from the finale after the jump.
No. 1: “Has Dexter found true love? Is this his soulmate? Our fans know these decisions are tied to the yearlong theme, and it’s Dexter atoning for his part in Rita’s death. Has he atoned enough in helping this woman and coming to terms with his responsibility? Will that satisfy the gods? Lumen is the key element in bringing around Dexter’s atonement, but the big question is: Is there something left he’s going to have to sacrifice to achieve atonement?”
No. 2: “Remember in episode 11 when Liddy’s blood dripped on Quinn’s shoes? Well, who is the Miami Metro blood expert who’s going to be called upon to see whose blood that is? That’s going to be a very interesting conundrum for Dexter. Part of why Deb (Jennifer Carpenter) understands what these women went through is that she went through this in season 1, when Rudy captured her and was going to kill her, and Dexter had to kill Rudy to protect Deb. So Dexter’s like, ‘Do I want my sister involved with another bad guy?’ To Dexter, Quinn is a bad guy. But we’ve evolved Quinn, and I think to a lot of our audience Quinn has stepped up and become someone worthy of Deb. So Dexter is trying to weigh, ‘Is this good for Deb?’ and the no. 1 rule of the Code: ‘Do not get caught.’”
No. 3 “Deb has become this dogged detective. Like a dog with a bone in her mouth, she’s not going to let go–she’s going to follow this vigilante killer theory right to the end. So as the loose pieces of this game start fitting together, how close is Deb going to get to finding out who is ’13'? And who is this man helping her?”
No. 4: “Jordan’s a complete control freak and he has been pushed to the point of losing his control by Dexter and Lumen. So it comes down to: Is Lumen going to be able not to succumb to being a victim again? When we first met her, she was a victim and slowly she became an avenging angel as Dexter gave her strength. But she’s alone with Jordan, who’s going to bring her back to the site of the horror. So how mentally strong can a victim of that kind of abuse be? Is she going to survive long enough for Dexter to find her?”
Okay, Dexperts, it’s time to lock in those finale predictions. Start spilling.
Taylor Swift kicked off 2010 with a No. 2 single debut (“Today Was a Fairytale”), a hit movie (Valentine’s Day), and four Grammy wins, including Album of the Year. She then spent months headlining arena concerts and big-ticket awards shows. But there was one achievement — the Oct. 25 release of her third record, Speak Now — that topped everything. Buoyed by strong reviews and the radio-friendly hit “Mine,” Speak amassed a jaw-dropping 1,047,000 units in first-week sales, the highest tally for any release in five years. For all that, the confidently sweet 20-year-old who was only 2 months old when Entertainment Weekly launched in 1990 is now our youngest-ever Entertainer of the Year.
In our interview, Swift talks about all the speculation surrounding the subjects of the songs on Speak Now, understood to include ex-boyfriends Taylor Lautner, Joe Jonas, and John Mayer. “Sometimes I would laugh because I would see it in print and it would say, ‘This song, which is written about her ex, so-and-so…’ And they would write about it as if it was fact. The fact is, I haven’t ever confirmed that any song is about any particular person. There’s something kind of freeing about that. As far as I’m concerned, it’s all still up in the air.” She also explains how she decided to perform her song “Innocent,” which sure seems to be about Kanye West, at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards. “I had decided that I didn’t want to perform on the show. Or even go. Then I woke up in the middle of the night and I realized that I had to, and that I wanted to perform that song.”
For more with Taylor Swift and our 14 other entertainers of the year — including James Franco, Jon Hamm, and Katy Perry — pick up the new issue of Entertainment Weekly, on stands Friday, December 3.
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The last thing this world needs is another reality talent competition, but I was shocked to discover how much I enjoyed last week’s season 2 premiere of NBCs a cappella contest The Sing-Off. Maybe it’s because there were groups with absurdly awesome names like Pitch Slapped. Maybe it’s because I dig all the nifty coordinated outfits. Maybe it is the lovable dorkiness of music nerd Ben Folds, the most enjoyable non-showy judge on TV. Or maybe it’s because for originality, creativity, and pure vocal talent, this program has American Idol beat by a mile. Whatever the reason, I was hooked and The Sing-Off has become my new secret shame — a cheesy show I am embarrassed to admit I actually dig. So on the latest edition of the TV Insiders podcast, I asked coworkers Annie Barrett and Michael Slezak what their secret shames were, and you’ll be surprised to hear their shocking admissions.
Also on this week’s podcast: we break down the big Vampire Diaries cliffhanger episode with the help of executive producers Kevin Williamson and Julie Plec (as well as resident TVD expert Mandi Bierly), and give our personal picks for whom we’d like to see win Survivor: Nicaragua. To join in all the fun and hear our other secret shames, just click on the audio player below. We’re also now on iTunes! You can subscribe for free right here and take the TV Insiders with you on the go. And make sure follow us on Twitter @TVInsiders. But before you go, make sure to hit the message boards and let us know: What is your secret TV shame?
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For me it’s iCarly. I’m too old to like it and yet, I do. It’s actually one of my favorite shows. Shhhh!
Reply kate Sun 12/12/10 12:22 AM
Two students from highschool passed away this summer and I watched a whole bunch of nick when I was upset and got hooked in icarly all summer!
Reply fggfg Sun 12/12/10 6:08 AM
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ayz Sun 12/12/10 8:18 AM
LOOOOL! i LOVE iCarly too!
Reply FromChicago Sun 12/12/10 12:06 PM
I love the Sing off — pure entertainment and they can SING!
Reply erf Sun 12/12/10 12:25 PM
iCarly is a cute show.
Reply jennifer Sun 12/12/10 12:16 AM
I LOVE watching The Challenge series on MTV. I watch every season. In fact its the only thing I watch on MTV. I know that its cheesy and stupid but I just can’t stop watching.
Reply Katie Sun 12/12/10 12:19 AM
I totally agree- the Challenge’s are so trashy but I can’t stop watching.
Reply Jen Sun 12/12/10 12:19 AM
My husband and I love The Challenge as well. We haven’t watched Real World in 10 years, but The Challenge is weekly appointment viewing.
Reply MSD Sun 12/12/10 2:34 PM
It had been some years since I had watched The Challenge, but in a moment of weakness I stumbled across a bounty of full seasons on MTV.com still. Lets just say, I’m caught up on this new crop of Challengers. (Though I still miss me some Theo, Coral, Miz etc.)
heuse1ac Sun 12/12/10 3:51 PM
LOL Mike “The Miz” was one of the best things ever. EVER. I’m getting so damn sick of Johnny Bananas and Paula’s whining. We need old people to come back or to have a cast of completely new people.
Needless to say I’m an incurable addict too.
Erica Sun 12/12/10 12:25 AM
I was just about to say that I watch it every single week and it is just a fun show to watch
Reply MeMe Sun 12/12/10 1:53 AM
MAN! Me too! I wish Kenny had been on it this year. Or Evan. Love those douche bags.
ALSO Vampire Diaries, which at EW is so great, but in my friend circle so lame. I love it so much though.
Mocha Sun 12/12/10 2:06 AM
Same with me for the Vampire Diaries. I love it and I’m glad that EW does too, but I’m still trying to convince my friends that it’s not just “Twilight: The Made-For-TV Version” and is actually a fun show. Sadly, it’s an uphill battle.
jess Sun 12/12/10 5:19 AM
Vampire Diaries is not a secret shame. It’s an amazing show and its quality ranks among the best of all television shows. The acting and writing are almost flawless (especially the writing), and each episode feels like a season. I can’t get enough!
Sarah Sun 12/12/10 10:53 AM
Definitely in the Vampire Diaries camp…and was watching 10 Things (RIP).
@jess Sun 12/12/10 1:34 PM
I love The Vampire Diaries, I really do, and I honestly think it’s a quality show with a lot going for it. That being said, it is most certainly not flawlessly acted. There are some solid performances there, quite a few actually, but still. The non-principal cast can be pretty wooden at times. You mad, bro?
Jodi Sun 12/12/10 9:50 AM
Me too!! Addicted! I miss Kenny and Evan. Abram is amazing. I want a Johnny Bananas backpack!!
Reply D Sun 12/12/10 11:41 AM
I have been watching The Challenge for years!! I got hooked on the first Battle of the Sexes. I still love the Challenge now but I think the older ones were so much better!
Reply Erica Sun 12/12/10 1:24 PM
I agree the Gauntlet 2 was my favorite
Andy Sun 12/12/10 12:18 AM
Big Brother. I don’t even know any person in my life who actually watches it, but it’s definitely a TV show I am embarrassed to admit I love.
Reply Amy Sun 12/12/10 1:50 AM
I watch Big Brother and so does everyone I work with, don’t be embarassed
Reply melissa Sun 12/12/10 10:17 AM
Big Brother for me too! And Sonny With a Chance.
Reply AnnaM Sun 12/12/10 2:59 PM
Sonny with a Chance is mine too! Actually anything Disney Channel…
Every time they end a show and start up a new crop I swear I’m done, but I haven’t stopped yet…
Dean Sun 12/12/10 12:20 AM
The Apprentice. And at this point, American Idol.
Reply Elli Sun 12/12/10 4:10 AM
I am also embarrassed to say I never miss an episode of The Apprentice or American Idol
Reply R Sun 12/12/10 12:30 AM
Cougar Town! I swear, whenever I say I watch it people stare at me like I’m an idiot, but I know I’m not the only person watching it. So I usually keep it to myself now…
Reply Emma Sun 12/12/10 12:51 AM
Tell people! Cougar Town is one of the funniest shows on television! I have forced a few of my friends to watch the first few episodes and now they’re all completely hooked!
Reply tigersmurfette Sun 12/12/10 1:08 AM
totally cougar town, and scrubs. love how ct uses scrubs actors. hope to see more of them, like eliza coupe
Reply tracy bluth Sun 12/12/10 1:10 AM
I’m not embarrassed to love Cougar Town. People who judge it by the title are missing out BIG TIME.
Reply ash Sun 12/12/10 12:31 AM
I am in the same boat when it comes to The Sing-Off. I have a total dork-crush on Ben Folds.
Reply ajmalzx Sun 12/12/10 5:17 AM
Same boat here, but I’m also extremely embarrassed to admit I watch pretty little liars. 30 year old man staring at bunch of teenagers, creepy. i know.
Reply Samantha F Sun 12/12/10 10:34 AM
love me some pretty little liars! my husband called it the “summer gossip girl” – leading to another secret shame: 90210, gossip girl, and next top model
suebrody Sun 12/12/10 1:21 PM
Ben Folds is a totally hot geek. Love him.
Reply justjack Sun 12/12/10 3:16 PM
yes indeed!!! Nothing to be ashamed of there!
PixxieTrixxie Sun 12/12/10 5:47 PM
He and Shawn (Shaun) give the most constructive criticism on these shows – SYTYCD does also – the others are just horrible with their tearing the performers down.
Crystal Sun 12/12/10 12:39 AM
What the heck? What is remotely embarassing or shameful about liking The Sing-Off?? I’m at a loss.
This being said, I’m another closet iCarly fan. Love that show!
Reply Peter Sun 12/12/10 8:58 AM
The writer should feel ashamed for thinking that liking the show is shameful. Heaven forbid we get a competition show that’s about talent instead of judges or celebrity.
Reply ZF Sun 12/12/10 9:05 AM
Seriously! Real Housewives of _______ is a show people should be embarrassed to admit they like. Keeping up with the Kardashians, ditto. I really don’t see what’s cheesy about The Sing Off.
simps Sun 12/12/10 11:51 AM
Nah, the writer is write- its totally shameful.
simps Sun 12/12/10 11:52 AM
*right. That was shameful.
McComment Sun 12/12/10 12:40 AM
Why The Sing Off should be anybody’s secret shame? There’s some super talented people giving their heart and soul in a no-fake drama show. This one is beating any stupid talent show by a mile.
Reply Elli Sun 12/12/10 4:07 AM
me too! Love him
Reply Elli Sun 12/12/10 4:08 AM
Sorry that was in response to ash and the dork-crush on Ben Folds
chattypatra Sun 12/12/10 10:31 AM
I know! Dalton, you missed out by not watching the first season of this show. This year, it’s even better. I hope you start recapping it because more people should discover it. Oh, and IT’S NOT cheesy! I love it.
Reply JoAnn Sun 12/12/10 2:59 PM
They have been recapping it, just not in the TV Recaps section. It’s been here on PopWatch for some reason, but if you click the little tag underneath the title of this post that says “The Sing Off” it’ll take you to the recaps, which have been really fun since they totally embrace the cheese!
Angela Sun 12/12/10 10:36 AM
Totally agree!!! What’s to be embarrassed about?? This show is 10 times more interesting than most of the junk on right now.
Reply Jen Jen Sun 12/12/10 11:43 AM
You have to celebrate a show like The Sing Off. Only 5 episodes, it’s on at the right time of the year and they throw some incredible talent on stage. This is one of those shows that you can tell the groups have spent some time together, they are likeable and they sing a farewell song after being booted.I wish American Idol was this quick and strong. I just wish the Whiffenpoofs were still in it.
Reply DJ Sun 12/12/10 2:58 PM
I’m not at all embarassed to watch the sing-off. These groups are seriously talented and I love the different arrangements they give to pop songs. Way better than American Idol.
bb Sun 12/12/10 12:56 AM
Glee
Reply Jason Sun 12/12/10 1:37 AM
YEah would never admit to it but I watch Glee every week!. IT is slowly becoming unwatchable though. The Wedding episode and Christmas episode were awful. I think this was is going to Jump earlier then most shows. I know it’s a hit but so was The OC and that burned out in four short years.
Reply TC Sun 12/12/10 2:20 PM
100% agree. Some episodes are so uncomfortable and unbearable to watch though.
erf Sun 12/12/10 12:29 PM
I watch Glee,too,and so do 3 of my co-workers! Me and one of those co-workers also still watch Private Practice. I guess I’m big on guilty pleasures.
Reply KRibbons Sun 12/12/10 1:09 AM
Most definitely Bridalplasty. Can’t stop myself.
Reply tracy bluth Sun 12/12/10 1:13 AM
It used to be the Kardashians, but then I realized that it made me want to reach through the TV and punch Kim in the face, so I stopped. Now I’d say it’s What Not to Wear.
Reply Marvin Dorfler Sun 12/12/10 7:47 AM
Good stuff!
Reply l Sun 12/12/10 11:14 AM
I agree. I watch a few of the Khardashians, but could not stand them any longer and what they think and believe. Many shows that cause me to be annoyed I stop watching like “Minute to Win It” or “Big Brother”. “Life Unexpected” is another – I wanted to punch everyone this past week in that show – all liars. Maybe I have more of a beef with the writers though.
Reply heuse1ac Sun 12/12/10 3:57 PM
I’m obsessed with LUX and so sad it didn’t get the back 9 pickup. It’s going to be just like 10 Things I Hate About You on ABC Family, ending with a cliffhanger. And it will not be ok.
Allison M Sun 12/12/10 1:40 AM
Was all about Phil of the Future when it was on Disney. Can Phil guest on Hellcats, please?
Reply tracy bluth Sun 12/12/10 10:42 AM
My sister and I LOVED Phil of the Future when it was on.
Reply TC Sun 12/12/10 2:18 PM
Loved Phil!!! It would be cool to see him on Hellcats. And Even Stevens (minus the annoying sister)- reminded me of Boy Meets World a bit.
AnnaM Sun 12/12/10 3:02 PM
He’s now a “musician” by some other name who gave up acting.
Reply noam Sun 12/12/10 4:35 PM
i think he goes by his birth name raviv ullmann when acting now…but he’s in the band “his orchestra” with douglas smith, from big love, and one or two of the veronicas…
Beauty Sun 12/12/10 1:47 AM
I’m not ashamed!
I like the Singoff great show!
Teen Mom
Housewives, ATL and NY.
Vampire Diaries
Pretty Little Liars
The Kardashians
16 & Pregnant
Cougar Town
Reply Ren Sun 12/12/10 1:51 AM
America’s Next Top Model. *hangs head in shame*
Reply TC Sun 12/12/10 2:23 PM
I hate admitting that I find that show fascinating. Once I see the first 10 minutes, I have to watch the rest of the show.
Reply Stacy Adelman Sun 12/12/10 3:16 PM
I would never miss an episode of America’s. Next. Top. Model.
Fog cue Sun 12/12/10 3:45 PM
YES!!, especially when they fought over brownies, coffee, Doritos, frozen corn & peas
But even before Top Model, there was another show called “Are You Hot?: The Search for America’s Sexiest People” that I liked.
Reply Cynthia Sun 12/12/10 1:52 AM
Anything on the CW—at work it’s known as the pre-teen network, so I’d definitely never admit my love for One Tree Hill or Vampire Diaries!
Reply Miss Talk Sun 12/12/10 7:11 AM
Please, The Vampire Diaries are on their own league on The CW.
Reply Kris Sun 12/12/10 3:12 PM
@MissTalk
TVD is a great show but its not an amazingly well written show or anything. I wouldn’t say its so good that One Tree Hill, Nikita, Gossip Girl…don’t even compare. It’s One Tree Hill with vampires (not an insult at all, OTH is my favourite show)
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