What to Watch: This Weekend (March 19-21)
March 19, 2010
The weekend kicks off with an earthquake that causes some drama on the season finale of Shameless and then tune in Sunday to see if our comedian Carol Leifer makes it out of The Donald’s boardroom on The Celebrity Apprentice!
Friday, March 19
9:00 pm Shameless, Sundance (1 hr) SEASON FINALE
The fifth season closes with an earth tremor causing some unexepected events— bisexual Monica’s water breaks, and Frank goes into a coma after falling from a bar stool. Also features Monica’s ex-girlfriend, Norma, and Mickey, the gay son of a local gangster.
The Shameless season finale features bisexual Monica in labor
9:00 pm Caprica, SyFy (1 hr) NEW
After Daniel suspects that Zoe’s avatar is hiding in the Cylon, he tries to flush her out, and will Joseph’s nightclub adventure lead him to Tamara? Also, Vergis tries to break up Amanda and Daniel. Features gay mobster, Sam Adama.
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Saturday, March 20
9:00 pm Survivors, BBC America (1 hr) SEASON FINALE
Abby’s group escapes Samantha, while Sarah comes across someone from her past. Also, Naj disappears, leading his family to go on a mission to find him in the city.
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, Fox (1 hr) NEW
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Sunday, March 21
8:00 pm Amazing Race 16, CBS (1 hr) NEW
The race continues this week in France! Will lesbian couple Brandy and Carol and their gay competitor Jordan make the cut or say au revior to their chance at the big bucks?
8:00 pm The Simpsons, Fox (30 min) NEW
Bart has a crush! And the first lady (Angela Bassett) defends the overachieving Lisa. Features gay characters, Patty and Smithers.
Will Kirstie Alley's gay assistant, Kyle, have what it takes to thrive on team Kirstie?
9:00 pm Desperate Housewives, ABC (1 hr) NEW
What? Katherine comes out? And an old boyfriend of Angie’s shows up, while war is waged between Gaby and Susan.
9:00 pm Celebrity Apprentice, NBC (1 hr) NEW
The celebs try to re-launch a Kodak ad, but will someone’s illness and a power outage ruin their chances for success? Features lesbian writer/comedian Carol Leifer.
10:00 pm Kirstie Alley’s Big Life, A&E (1 hr) SERIES PREMIERE
Kirstie’s back and bigger than ever! Follow Kirstie as she takes on LA one bite at a time, as she and her fabulous team try to start a business, lose weight, and raise two teens. Will Kyle, Kirstie’s gay LA assistant be able to feed Kirstie’s every desire?
What to Watch: This Weekend (March 12-14)
March 12, 2010
The television premiere of Her Name Was Steven tells a unique story of a transgender woman who was the city manager of Largo, Florida, and out comedian Carol Leifert competes in the season premiere of The Celebrity Apprentice!
Friday, March 12
9:00 pm Shameless, Sundance (1 hr) NEW
Tom and Debbie help out a victim of assault, but later discover that it was a bad idea. Features Also features gay son Ian, Ian’s bisexual mother, Monica, her ex-girlfriend, Norma, and Mickey, the gay son of a local gangster.
9:00 pm Caprica, SyFy (1 hr) NEW
What’s going on between Clarice and Amanda? And will gay mobster Sam Adama have anyone on his hitlist? Tune in to find out!
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Saturday, March 13
8:00 pm Her Name Was Steven, CNN (2 hrs) NEW
This compelling documentary follows the transition of former Largo, FL city manager Steven Stanton, who becomes Susan, and the emotional journey that resulted from her transition from male to female. The documentary included interviews with Stanton’s family and friends that take the viewer into her unique experience.
Don't miss the premiere of Her Name Was Steven on CNN
9:00 pm Survivors, BBC America (1 hr) NEW
When an energetic preacher comes to the survivors’ house, Anya, a doctor who lost her girlfriend as a result of an epidemic, is suspicious of his motives.
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, Fox (1 hr) NEW
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions. Don’t miss this week when Wanda interviews out financial wiz, Suze Orman.
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Sunday, March 14
8:00 pm Amazing Race 16, CBS (1 hr) NEW
The teams head to France where they reenact a World War I battle. Will lesbian couple Brandy and Carol have what it takes to fight on?
8:00 pm The Simpsons, Fox (30 min) NEW
Homer and Marge try different parenting methods to teach Bart a lesson, but of course, he sees through it all. Features gay characters, Patty and Smithers.
9:00 pm Celebrity Apprentice, NBC (2 hrs) SEASON PREMIERE
In this season 9 opener, the 14 celebs are divided into men vs. women teams to battle to manage a NYC diner. Will out writer/comedian Carol Leifer show the boys who’s boss?
9:00 pm Desperate Housewives, ABC (1 hr) NEW
Gaby learns a valuable lesson after she meets up with some former colleagues (Guest stars Heidi Klum and Paulina Porizkova) while looking for Ana and Danny, while Preston comes back from Europe. Also, Mike wants to show Susan how manly he can be.
9:00 pm Tool Academy, VH1 (1 hr) NEW
Don’t miss this week, when a heated therapy session makes one partner leave the academy! Will it be lady lovin’ tool Courtney or her girlfriend?
What to Watch: This Weekend (March 5-7)
March 5, 2010
Don’t miss the biggest night for this year’s best films, as Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin host the 82nd Academy Awards!
Friday, March 5
9:00 pm Shameless, Sundance (1 hr) NEW
Mandy helps Joseph in the search for his birth mother. Also features gay son Ian, Ian’s bisexual mother, Monica, her ex-girlfriend, Norma, and Mickey, the gay son of a local gangster.
9:00 pm Caprica, SyFy (1 hr) NEW
Clarice befriends Amanda with ulterior motives, while Keon and Lacy meet the person who is causing stress for Clarice. Also, Joseph hunts for Tamara, and Daniel is made an offer that is hard to refuse. Features gay mobster, Sam Adama.
10:00 pm Spartacus: Blood and Sand, Starz (1 hr) NEW
The battle for freedom continues for gay gladiator and bodyguard Barca and his enslaved lover, Pietros. Will their love be enough to pull them through? Meanwhile, Spartacus is forced to embrace his new champion status.
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Saturday, March 6
Survivors' Anya encounters new visitors this week.
9:00 pm Survivors, BBC America (1 hr) NEW
Anya, a doctor who loses her girlfriend as a result of a worldwide epidemic, encounters new visitors, while Al is booted from Samantha’s community. Meanwhile, Abby searches for her son after discovering that there is a group of teenagers hiding out in a nearby mansion.
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, Fox (1 hr) NEW
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Sunday, March 7
8:00 pm Amazing Race 16, CBS (1 hr)
With lesbian couple Carol and Brandy finishing in third last week, the eight remaining pairs head to Germany to follow the early days leading to the Beatles’ stardom.
8:30 pm The 82nd Academy Awards, ABC (3 hrs) NEW
Don’t miss this year’s Academy Awards, hosted by Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin. Root for all of your favorite LGBT films, including Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire, which is up for best picture and directed by openly gay Lee Daniels. Also, don’t miss as Queer Eye for the Straight Guy’s Carson Kressley announces the winner of the “Behind the Dress” designer competition during the pre-show!
Will Out Director Lee Daniels Take Home the Best Picture Oscar for Precious?
9:00 pm Big Love, HBO (1 hr) SEASON FINALE
In this season finale, news of a Kansas scandal makes the Hendricksons re-evaluate their plans to tell the truth about their family, and Margene thinks about her relationship with Ana. Meanwhile, Jerry and Tommy have a new threat at the casino. Will a distraught Alby get some closure this season?
What to Watch: This Weekend (February 26-28)
February 26, 2010
Gay gladiator Barca plans an escape in the name of love on Spartacus: Blood and Sand, and Kevin rethinks his career on Brothers & Sisters!
Friday, February 26
9:00 pm Shameless, Sundance (1 hr) NEW
Mandy goes on a great date, but soon enough, things take a terrible turn for the worst. Also features gay son Ian, Ian’s bisexual mother, Monica, her ex-girlfriend, Norma, and Mickey, the gay son of a local gangster.
9:00 pm Caprica, SyFy (1 hr) NEW
Tamara makes some new gamer friends, while Will and Joseph let it all out on a fishing trip, and Daniel fights for what he believes in. Also features gay mobster, Sam Adama.
Gay gladiator Barca sees freedom and love in his future.
10:00 pm Spartacus: Blood and Sand, Starz (1 hr) NEW
The slaves go all out for love this week, as gay gladiator and bodyguard Barca schemes to escape with his enslaved lover, Pietros. Will their dreams for love outside of enslavement become a reality?
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Saturday, February 27
9:00 pm Survivors, BBC America (1 hr) NEW
Abby finds a new, well-equipped community led by a surviving government member, while Greg and Tom come across a family who is virus-free. Also features Anya, a doctor who lost her girlfriend as a result of a worldwide epidemic.
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, Fox (1 hr) NEW
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Sunday, February 28
8:00 pm Amazing Race 16, CBS (1 hr) NEW
The nine teams head to Argentina! Tune in to find out which team heads to the ER. Features lesbian couple Brandy and Carol, as well as gay brother, Jordan Pious.
Will the Tool Academy's first lesbian shape up?
9:00 pm Tool Academy, VH1 (1 hr) NEW
This week, the tools, including “lady loving tool” Courtney and her girlfriend, have some issues with the criticism they receive from a focus group.
9:00 pm Desperate Housewives, ABC (1 hr) NEW
Gaby stays with Bob and Lee after Celia gets the chicken pox, while Tom and Lynette forget Penny’s birthday. Bree gets a new employee, and Angie is concerned with Danny’s disappearance.
10:00 pm Brothers & Sisters, ABC (1 hr) NEW
Luc, who’s convinced Sarah is the one, has Visa troubles, while Rebecca struggles with her recent loss. Openly gay Kevin thinks about a career change, and Holly digs for answers. Also features Kevin’s partner, Scotty, and Uncle Saul.
What to Watch: This Weekend (February 19-21)
February 19, 2010
Tool Academy’s first lesbian tool gets caught red handed, and an former exotic dancer adds some spice to Wysteria Lane on Desperate Housewives!
Friday, February 19
8:00 pm Shameless, Sundance (1 hr) NEW
Tensions flare between Yvonne and her kids, and Stan is stuck in the middle. Also features gay son Ian, Ian’s bisexual mother, Monica, her ex-girlfriend, Norma, and Ian’s love interest, Mickey.
9:00 pm Caprica, SyFy (1 hr) NEW
Joseph tries to stop gay mobster Sam Adama from killing Amanda, while Daniel goes on a talk show.
10:00 pm Spartacus: Blood and Sand, Starz (1 hr) NEW
Spartacus and Crixus are in trouble this week, while Batiatus gets the opportunity that may give him the fortune he so desperately wants.
Features gay gladiator, Barca, and stars out actor Craig Parker as Claudius.
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Sade performs on The Wanda Sykes Show this week!
Saturday, February 20
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, Fox (1 hr) NEW
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions. Music sensation Sade performs this week!
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Sunday, February 21
8:00 pm Amazing Race 16, CBS (1 hr) NEW
Adrian and Dana couldn’t make the cut last week– will lesbian team Brandy and Carol be next? The remaining teams leave Valpariaiso, Chile for the next leg of the race. Also tune in for openly gay Jordan Pious and his brother.
8:00 pm The Simpsons, Fox (30 mins) NEW
Lisa researches the history of her southern ancestors helped a slave to freedom. Features gay characters, Smithers and Patty.
Gay designer Eduardo Xol adds some pizazz this week on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.
8:00 pm Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, ABC (1 hr) NEW
The team, including gay designer Eduardo Xol, redesign the home of Tobin and Jill, who share their love of music with the community.
9:00 Tool Academy, VH1 (1 hr) NEW
This week, the tools’ cheating ways are in the spotlight, and their partners watch them getting caught in the act! Will Courtney, the Academy’s first “lady loving tool” be able to salvage her relationship?
9:00 pm Desperate Housewives, ABC (1 hr) NEW
Robin, a former stripper, gets some attention on Wysteria Lane, while
Lynette has to keep watch over three teenage boys. Katherine looks for a friend, while Gabrielle struggles with her rowdy niece.
9:00 pm Big Love, HBO (1 hr) NEW
Closeted Alby struggles with a recent tragedy while Bill and Joey go to Mexico to help Lois and Frank and Margene does her best to prevent Ana from leaving. And tune in to see what surprise is in store for Barb and Tommy!
9:30 pm American Dad!, Fox (1 hr) NEW
Omnisexual alien Roger confesses that he used to be a steroid abuser on the U.S. Olympic Hockey Team, while Reginald tries to woo Hayley.
10:00 pm Brothers & Sisters, ABC (1 hr) NEW
It’s back! Sarah’s long lost love returns, while the Walkers share their love and loss together for Valentine’s Day. Meanwhile, Kitty re-enters politics, this time as a candidate with new campaign manager, and Justin and Rebecca struggle with their future as parents. Also features gay couple, Scotty and Kevin, as well as Uncle Saul.
Drew Barrymore and Wanda Sykes Honored at the 21st Annual GLAAD Media Awards
February 18, 2010
GLAAD announced today that Golden Globe-winning actress, director and producer Drew Barrymore will receive the Vanguard Award; and Emmy Award-winning actress, comedian, writer, and producer Wanda Sykes will receive the Stephen F. Kolzak Award at the 21st Annual GLAAD Media Awards Presented in Los Angeles on April 17, 2010. Events will also be held in New York on March 13 and in San Francisco on June 5.
“When Americans see allies like Drew standing up for fairness for all and hear stories of Wanda and her family, support for full equality grows,” said GLAAD President Jarrett Barrios. Actress Candis Cayne and actor Wilson Cruz will host the event in Los Angeles. Other guests and presenters scheduled to attend include: director and designer Tom Ford (A Single Man); Benjamin Bratt (La Mission); openly gay lead singer of Judas Priest, Rob Halford; and GLAAD President Jarrett Barrios. More names will be announced. Awards are scheduled to be presented onstage in the following categories include: Outstanding Film – Wide Release, Outstanding Comedy Series, and Outstanding Reality Program.
Drew Barrymore will receive the Vanguard Award, which is presented to media professionals who have increased the visibility and understanding of the LGBT community. “I was born, bred and raised amongst diversity, it has defined me and made me the person I am today,” Barrymore said, “I am honored to be receiving this award.”
In 1995, Barrymore starred in Boys on the Side, written by openly gay filmmaker Don Roos, which won the Outstanding Film Award at the 7th Annual GLAAD Media Awards. In 2009, Barrymore produced He’s Just Not That Into You in which she played a straight reporter at a LGBT newspaper who desperately seeks dating advice from her gay best friends, one of which is played by 21st Annual GLAAD Media Awards in LA host, Wilson Cruz. Also in 2009, Barrymore undertook the role of “Rosie Goode”, the lesbian daughter of a widower played by Robert De Niro in Everybody’s Fine, nominated for Outstanding Film – Wide Release at this year’s GLAAD Media Awards.
Off the screen Barrymore has always been outspoken in her support of the LGBT community. In May 2009, when the California Supreme Court upheld Proposition 8, Barrymore joined thousands of protestors in the streets of West Hollywood demanding marriage equality, “I am who I am because of the people who influenced me growing up, and many of them were gay,” said Barrymore, “No one has the right to tell anyone what makes a family…this is something that means everything to me.”
For her artistic achievements and for her consistent support of the LGBT community in her personal as well as in her career choices, GLAAD is pleased to present Drew Barrymore with the Vanguard Award, where she will be joining past recipients that include Charlize Theron, Antonio Banderas, Janet Jackson, Sharon Stone, Elizabeth Taylor, Eric McCormack, Liza Minnelli, Kathy Griffin and Whoopi Goldberg.
Wanda Sykes will receive the Stephen F. Kolzak Award, which is presented to an openly gay LGBT media professional who has made a significant difference in promoting equal rights 
for our community.
In 1997 Sykes joined the writing team for the HBO hit The Chris Rock Show. As a performer and writer on the show, Sykes was nominated for three Primetime Emmys and in 1999 won the Emmy for “Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music or Comedy Special.” Sykes won three more Emmys for her work on Inside the NFL. Sykes was nominated for another Emmy for her 2006 HBO comedy special. Since 2006, Sykes has played “Barb” on the hit CBS comedy The New Adventures of Old Christine. Although “Barb” and “Christine” are straight, they do get married to one another in an erroneous attempt to keep “Barb” from being deported.
In 2009, Sykes also debuted her own late night talk show on Fox, and premiered her second HBO stand up special, Wanda Sykes: I’ma Be Me. “I am truly honored to receive the Stephen F. Kolzak Award,” said Wanda Sykes, “I greatly appreciate the work that GLAAD continues to do, promoting equality, fair representation and tolerance for our LGBT community. I just pray that I don’t ruin what GLAAD has achieved with all of my shenanigans.”
Outspoken Emmy Award-winning Sykes does just the opposite, as she has spoken out about LGBT issues by appearing in GLSEN’s, “Think Before You Speak” PSAs aimed at curbing homophobic slang in schools, performing at a fundraiser for The Trevor Project, hosting the Human Right’s Campaign Dinner, joining Cyndi Lauper’s True Colors Tour and by serving as a Board Member for the Equality California Institute. About the passage of Proposition 8 in November 2008, Sykes
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came out at a Stand Out for Equality rally of over 1,000 people in Las Vegas, and announced that she legally married her wife in California. In May 2009, Sykes became the first openly gay and first African American woman to be the featured entertainer for the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.
For her pioneering decision to live her life as an openly gay woman, for her commitment to activism for LGBT civil rights—and for making us laugh for the past decade, GLAAD is please to present Wanda Sykes with the Stephen F. Kolzak Award, joining past recipients including Rufus Wainwright, Melissa Etheridge, Todd Haynes, Bill Condon, Alan Ball, Ellen DeGeneres, and Sir Ian McKellen.
The 21st Annual GLAAD Media Awards will be held on April 17 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Los Angeles. Additionally, Cynthia Nixon, out star of Sex and the City and LGBT advocate, will be awarded the Vito Russo Award for promoting equality during GLAAD’s New York City ceremony on March 13 at the Marriott Marquis; and Levi Strauss President, Robert Hanson, will receive the Local Hero Award at the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco, California on June 5.
For a complete list of all the nominees please visit: http://www.glaad.org/mediaawards/21/nominees
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Related Posts:What to Watch: This Weekend (February 12-14)
February 12, 2010
Whether you’re sharing this Valentine’s Day with a loved one or with your other single friends, curl up on the couch and root for lesbian duo Carol & Brandy and gay brother Jordan on the new season of Amazing Race!
Friday, February 12
9:00 pm Spartacus: Blood and Sand, Starz (1 hr) NEW
After a shameful battle with Crixus, Spartacus must fight in the Pits, while Batiatus still sees Spartacus as his cash cow.
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Will lesbian couple Carol and Brandy have what it takes to win on Amazing Race?
Saturday, February 13
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, Fox (1 hr) REPEAT
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Sunday, February 14
8:00 pm The Amazing Race 16, CBS (30 min) SEASON PREMIERE
The race is on again! This season features lesbian couple Carol and Brandy, as well as a team of brothers that includes openly gay Jordan Pious. Watch as the teams fly to Chile for their first challenge!
9:00 pm Big Love, HBO (1 hr) NEW
Ana attempts to reconnect with the Hendricksons, while Bill attempts to convince Jerry and Tommy to give the casino some much needed exposure. Margene is concerned that Bill’s public image may negatively affect her business, while Ben and Jodean enter an interesting business enterprise. Also features a closeted Alby.
What to Watch: This Weekend (February 5-7)
February 5, 2010
Everybody wants a piece of Crixus on Spartacus: Blood and Sand, and guess who pays a surprise visit in Big Love?
Friday, February 5
9:00 pm Caprica, SyFy (1 hr) NEW
Gay mobster Sam and Joseph confront Daniel, and Amanda’s admission about Zoe’s role in the bombing starts a media frenzy and creates tension for Lacy.
10:00 pm Spartacus: Blood and Sand, Starz (1 hr) NEW
The gladiators prepare for an important competition, while Spartacus tries to battle Crixus in the main event, while Crixus is the object of many noblewomen’s desire. The only problem is he wants one of Lucretia’s slaves.
10:00 pm Shameless, Sundance (1 hr) NEW
Patty is caught red handed while stealing and faces some hard jail time. Also features openly gay Ian, lesbian Monica, and her ex, Norma.
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Saturday, February 6
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, Fox (1 hr) NEW
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Sunday, February 7
Nicki puts her all into helping Bill with his senate campaign on Big Love.
8:00 pm Modern Family, ABC (30 min) REPEAT
Not caught up with the family’s antics? Then curl up and tune in to watch four episodes starting at 8!
9:00 pm Big Love, HBO (1 hr) NEW
Bill continues working on his campaign, and Nicki works her hardest to help him, but sees an attack from Coburn somewhere in his future. Tommy questions why Marilyn lobbies for a casino, and Frank pays an unexpected visit. And will Alby come out of the closet this week?
Related Posts:What to Watch: This Weekend (January 29-31)
January 29, 2010
Zoe has an existential crisis this week on Caprica, Bill’s dreams of a political career may not come true on Big Love, and Rosie O’Donnell’s new documentary premieres on HBO!
Friday, January 29
9:00 pm Caprica, SyFy (1 hr) NEW
Zoe’s avatar has trouble with a new existence inside a robot’s body, while the Graystones and the Adamas try to deal with their recent loss. Lacy has dinner with Sister Clarice, and Will hangs out with his uncle.
Spartacus is enslaved this week on Spartacus: Blood and Sand.
10:00 pm Spartacus: Blood and Sand, Starz (1 hr) NEW
An enslaved Spartacus is sent to gladiator school, where he butts heads with Crixus and gets whipped into shape (literally) by Doctore. Meanwhile, Spartacus’ owner Batiatus makes him an interesting offer.
10:00 pm Shameless, Sundance (1 hr) NEW
Jamie’s old cellmate pays him a visit, and Karen does her best to keep him out of trouble.
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Saturday, January 30
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, Fox (1 hr) NEW
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Rosie's new documentary about LGBT families premieres Sunday on HBO
Sunday, January 31
7:00 pm A Family is a Family is a Family: A Rosie O’Donnell Celebration, HBO (1 hr) NEW
What is a family? This documentary is a portrait of diverse, stereotype-challenging families, from same-sex parents to adoptive families.
9:00 pm Big Love, HBO (1 hr) NEW
An audit of Home Plus threatens Bill’s career in politics, while J.J. offers Alby a solution. Lois, Frank, and Jodean experience something unexpected while searching for exotic birds, and Bill thinks Ben needs a change.
What to Watch: This Weekend (January 22-24)
January 22, 2010
Start the weekend off right with the series premieres of Caprica and Spartacus: Blood and Sand on Friday! Then on Sunday, find out if guilt or love will prevail with Alby this week on Big Love.
Friday, January 22
Sam Adama is an openly gay assassin on SyFy's Caprica.
9:00 pm Caprica, SyFy (2 hrs) SERIES PREMIERE
This prequel to the critically acclaimed Battlestar Galactica follows two families living on a colony called Caprica, on the verge of possible destruction resulting from a breakthrough in artificial intelligence. Features Sam Adama, an openly gay enforcer of a criminal organization.
10:00 pm Spartacus: Blood and Sand, Starz (1 hr) SERIES PREMIERE
This bold, adrenaline pumping new drama premieres this week. Batiatus goes to extreme measures to make his gladiators the best, while Spartacus shows off his new armor (and physique) at the gladiator games. Meanwhile, the cunning Lucretia uses her beauty to her advantage. Also features Barca, a gay gladiator, in a relationship with another slave.
10:00 pm Shameless, Sundance (1 hr) NEW
Bisexual Monica gets an unexpected visit from her Alzheimer’s-afflicted mother after 20 years, and Stan tells Yvonne how he really feels about their no-strings-attached relationship. Shane and Mickey throw a party when Patty and Mimi are away, but they need a plan to be able to afford the booze and drugs required. The show also features gay son Ian and Monica’s ex-girlfriend, Norma.
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Saturday, January 23
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, Fox (1 hr) NEWMove over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Sunday, January 24
9:00 pm Big Love, HBO (1 hr) NEW
Bill, Cara Lynn, and Nicki head to the nation’s capital to get support for Bill’s Senate campaign, and Joey has a secret. Meanwhile, Alby must come to terms with his sexuality as he struggles with balancing his father’s legacy and his relationship with Dale.
What to Watch: This Weekend (January 15-17)
January 15, 2010
Who needs a night on the town when you have you have Wanda Sykes to keep you company this weekend? Will you give into temptation along with Alby on Big Love? Is a baby in the future for Scotty and Kevin on Brothers & Sisters? Tune in to get the latest dish on the housewives’ mental health (or lack of it).
Friday, January 15
10:00 pm Shameless, Sundance (1 hr) NEW
Lillian enters a witness protection program. The show also features gay son Ian, Ian’s bisexual mother, Monica, her ex-girlfriend, Norma, and Ian’s love interest, Mickey.
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Saturday, January 16
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, Fox (1 hr) NEW
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Will Big Love's Alby finally come out this week?
Sunday, January 17
9:00 pm Desperate Housewives, ABC (1 hr) NEW
Katherine is seeing a psychiatrist, while Lynette hates the idea of going to couples’ therapy. Meanwhile, Angie meets Danny’s new girlfriend and is not impressed, and Gabrielle and Susan try to discover which of their kids is in the smartest math group at school.
9:00 pm Big Love, HBO (1 hr) NEW
Drama ensues with the Hendricksons, as Bill considers running for the Utah State Senate and Scott and Sarah decide to have a civil ceremony instead of getting married at Bill’s church, much to Barb’s surprise. Margene confides in Nikki about her feelings for Ray, who will be moving after the loss of his case. Wanda and Joey go back to Juniper Creek, and sparks fly when J.J. returns with his wife Malinda for dinner with the Hendricksons. Will things heat up between Alby (Matt Ross) and his new boyfriend Dale? Tune in to find out!
10:00 pm Brothers & Sisters, ABC (1hr) NEW
Robert is less than excited when his wifey’s friend Buffy suggests she get a new career. Sarah finds a new chance at love, while Scotty and Kevin anxiously await the results of their first attempt at surrogacy.
What to Watch: This Weekend (January 8-10)
January 8, 2010
This weekend we celebrate The Simpsons, television’s longest running primetime series which will air its 450th episode on Sunday followed by an hour-long special. Afterwards, switch over to HBO for the season premiere of Big Love.
Friday, January 8
Bones' Agent Booth questions the gay couple at the block party
8:00 pm Bones, Fox (1 hr) REPEAT
Everyone, including a gay couple, is a suspect tonight when human remains turn up at a neighborhood block party, leaving Booth and Brennan to figures out who the culprit is.
10:00 pm Shameless, Sundance (1 hr) NEW
A gas leak brings a sexy fireman named Sean to the Gallaghers and Ian and Mandy square off for his attention. The show also features Ian’s bisexual mother, Monica, her ex-girlfriend Norma, and Ian’s love interest, Mickey.
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Saturday, January 9
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, Fox (1 hr) NEW
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Sunday, January 9
8:00 pm The Simpsons, Fox (30 min) 450th EPISODE!
The Simpsons celebrate a major milestone tonight as the long-running animated series broadcasts its 450th original episode. In it, Krusty falls for a princess voiced by Anne Hathaway and Mr. Burns cuts costs by no longer providing free donuts. Smithers better safeguard his beloved boss before an angry Homer gets to him!
The Simpsons celebrate 20 years
8:30 pm The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special – In 3D! On Ice!, Fox (1 hr) NEW
GLAAD Media Award winning filmmaker Morgan Spurlock talks to the cast, writers and celebrities about the enormous cultural impact of The Simpsons. In addition, Spurlock travels the country to visit with some of the shows biggest fans.
9:00 pm Big Love, HBO (1 hr) SEASON PREMIERE
HBO’s critically acclaimed drama about a polygamist family in Utah returns for its fourth season just as the Henricksons are slated to open their new casino. Bill should be careful because Alby Grant, the closeted son of the recently deceased prophet is power hungry and willing to do whatever it takes to get what he wants.
9:00 pm Desperate Housewives, ABC (1 hr) NEW
Susan turns up the heat for Mike by taking it off. Given Susan’s history of clumsiness though, she should take it easy on that stripper pole. Meanwhile, Bree must deal with the aftermath of Karl’s death and Orson’s paralysis.
9:30 pm The Cleveland Show, Fox (30 min) NEW
GLAAD recently called out this show for some objectionable transgender content, but tonight should be a treat as Margaret Cho guests as herself and Jane Lynch guests as Roberta’s new teacher, Ms. Eck.
10:00 pm Brothers & Sisters, ABC (1 hr) NEW
As Kevin and Scotty move forward with their plans to have a baby, recently single Sarah becomes intrigued by a divorced dad at Paige’s school and Nora cautiously gives Simon a second chance.
What to Watch: This Holiday Season
December 25, 2009
Happy Holidays to all TV Gayed readers out there! This week we’re bringing you your LGBT listings in a mega-post covering everything from Christmas to New Years Eve!
Friday, December 25
Merry Christmas! Step away from the TV and drink some egg nog with your loved ones!
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Saturday, December 26
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, FOX (1 hr) REPEAT
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Sunday, December 27
Rock those musical hills Ms. Andrews!
7:00 pm The Sound of Music, ABC (4 hours) CLASSIC MUSICAL
Put on your lederhosen and gather your friends as you sing along to one of the most beloved musicals of all time! The hills are alive, with the sound of muuuuuusic!
8:00 pm The Simpsons, FOX (30 min) REPEAT
The impressionable young minds of Springfield’s boys are at risk as The Ultimate Punch, Kick, and Choke Championship comes to town. Marge of course sets out to ban the sport and the founder decides to take her on! What will her sisters Patty and Selma think? Maybe they can be her tag team!
9:30 pm American Dad, FOX (30 min) REPEAT
Omnisexual alien Roger, always around to help clean up Stan’s messes, agrees to act as dictator of a small island nation after Stan kills the real one. But once Roger starts getting used to his new role, will he give up the power?
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Monday, December 28
10:00 pm Chef Academy, Bravo (1 hr) REPEAT
It’s all about bread tonight as the students try to keep the tension down. Plus student Suzanne throws a baby shower for Chef Novelli’s fiancé and looks to her fellow students to help make the food.
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Tuesday, December 29
9:30 pm Better Off Ted, ABC (30 min) NEW
Veronica’s sexy magician boyfriend is distracting her from her work forcing Ted to interfere to get her back on track. When Lem is given a red lab coat while everyone else has white, he believes a conspiracy is a foot. Out actors Portia de Rossi and Jonathan Slavin star.
10:00 pm Tabatha’s Salon Takeover, Bravo (1 hr) REPEAT
Salon owners beware! Tabatha is back with a new season of her Salon Takeover. Watch as she magically turns salons around making them beautiful and habitable places once again.
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The outrageous cast of The Real World: D.C.
Wednesday, December 30
9:00 pm Modern Family, ABC (30 min) REPEAT
It’s a big day for everyone as the kids face the first day of school. Phil and Claire miscommunicate on the meaning of their empty house, Jay and Gloria don’t agree on Manny’s outfit, and Mitchell and Cameron turn Lily’s minor incident into a major issue.
10:00 pm The Real World: Washington D.C., MTV (1 hr) SEASON PREMIERE
The 23rd season of MTV’s long-running reality series kicks off tonight and takes the action to our nation’s capitol. Among the season’s outgoing personalities are two members of the bisexual community: Mike, the All-American jock from a devoutly Christian family, and Emily, President Obama’s biggest fan.
10:00 pm Launch My Line, Bravo (1 hr) NEW
The fabulous out twins of Dsquared2 come to the aid of designers and artists dying to have their own fashion line. Can these random duos get past their egos and make it work? Watch and see!
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Don't worry this Desperate Housewife will be back in the New Year, but catch her tonight on Billboards NYE special!
Thursday, December 31
10:00 pm New Year’s Eve With Carson Daly, NBC (2 hrs)
Join Carson Daly as he rings in the New Year from Time Square with performances by the Broadway cast of Hair, Rihanna and Green Day.
11:00 pm Billboard’s New Year’s Eve Live, FOX (1 hr and 30 min)
Carmen Electra and Eve Longoria Parker join Billboard in taking over Fox for this 2010 New Years celebration in Las Vegas and Times Square. Watch as Kris Allen, Allison Iraheta and Sean Kingston perform. Plus the opening of Eva Longoria Parker’s new Vegas restaurant and club!
11:30 pm Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest, ABC (2 hrs)
Watch as Dick Clark and Ryan Seacrest ring in the New Year in Times Square while Fergie reports on the festivities in Las Vegas.
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What to Watch: This Weekend
December 18, 2009
The Vampire Diaries marathon concludes tonight. Wonder what mischief Damon can get into this time?
Friday, December 18
8:00 pm The Vampire Diaries, The CW (2 hr) REPEAT
The marathon concludes as Damon finally comes clean to Stefan about his return to Mystic Falls. In the second tonight episode Damon learns that there is another vampire in town…has Damon learned how to share? Created by out producer Kevin Williamson.
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Wanda Sykes
Saturday, December 19
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, FOX (1 hr) NEW
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Sunday, December 20
8:00 pm The Simpsons, FOX (30 min) REPEAT
Lucky little Lisa gets a MyPod at the mall while Homer becomes suspicious of Bart’s new Muslim friend. But Homer would never do anything to embarrass Bart or the family right?
9:30 pm American Dad, FOX (30 min) REPEAT
Stan’s really done it this time when he dies trying to find the perfect Christmas tree. Then he must battle heaven and earth to save his family from freezing to death in the woods.
What to Watch: This Weekend
December 11, 2009
The fabulous Alec Mapa will premiere his comedy special No Fats, Femmes, or Asians on Logo this Saturday. Don’t miss Mapa’s witty commentary on everything from the really gay to the really not. No one and no topic is off limits with Mapa in the house!
Friday, December 11
9:00 pm Ugly Betty, ABC (1 hr) NEW
Hilda and Betty worry about possibility of two new members joining the Suarez family while Ignacio prepares a holiday feast for his Jewish girlfriend. Plus Cal hires a movie mogul to replace Willy while Amanda helps Claire find the son she gave up for adoption.
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Saturday, December 12
11:00 pm The Wanda Sykes Show, FOX (1 hr) NEW
Move over Leno! The queen of funny is taking over with her own late night talk show! Don’t miss Wanda comment on everything from news, politics, sports, and pop culture mixed with field pieces, comedy segments, and panel discussions.
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Sunday, December 13
The fabulously funny Alec Mapa
1:00 am No Fats, Femmes or Asians, Logo (1 hr) PREMIERE
Alec Mapa of Ugly Betty fame will premiere his comedy stand up special dealing with all things fabulous. Be sure to catch this hilarious comedy special.
8:00 pm The Simpsons, FOX (30 min) NEW
Poor Bart is feeling left out when Lisa and Maggie bond so he’s off to get a brother of his own. Nothing bad will come of this, right? The fabulous Kim Cattrall guest stars as herself.
8:00 pm Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, ABC (2 hr) NEW
Ty and the team head to the Ward house to rebuild the home of a woman who runs a charity for kids in her neighborhood while dealing with her degenerative muscle disease. Mary J. Blige drops by to help out the team. Out designer Michael Moloney helps with the build.
9:30 pm American Dad, FOX (30 min) NEW
There’s nothing like the holidays to bring out the best in people, especially Stan who decides he’s going to heaven with or without Francine after he didn’t get a good pew at church on Christmas.
