The TV Addict 

Following last night’s NIP/TUCK event at the 2007 Paley Festival, creator Ryan Murphy was kind enough to answer a few questions for a gaggle of reporters. At the top of the list was whether or not ROSIE O’DONNELL’S popular character from last season — Dawn Budge would be returning. Murphy confirmed that Rosie would indeed be returning and that since the show’s now set in Hollywood, we should expect to see quite a parade of famous guest stars. Stop the presses — Celebrities like plastic surgery? Who knew!

Check back later today for theTVaddict.com’s full report from the NIP/TUCK panel at the Paley Festival.

Prior to last night’s Paley Festival Event honouring DEXTER, there was only one thought running through this TV Addict’s mind. Who would be worthy of DEXTER’S special brand of justice when the evening was all over? Would it be an audience member for asking an inane question? The moderator for clearly having zero interest or knowledge in the show? Or finally the cast themselves, as they quickly revealed that without a script in hand, they’re simply not that interesting. Only time would tell.

The event started off with a pleasant surprise — E! Online’s Kristin Veitch (Watch with Kristin) was to be the panel’s moderator. Far be it from me to offer up fashion advice, but was it really a good idea to wear white pants on a DEXTER panel? That said, Kristin quickly lived up to her glowing reputation by showing genuine enthusiasm and knowledge for all things DEXTER. Kristin — no need to sleep with one eye open tonight! Dexter’s got bigger fish to fry. More on that later.

As is custom at the Paley Festival, the night started off with an episode screening. The episode chosen was “Return to Sender” which if you’re familiar with the world of DEXTER, you’ll remember as one of the standouts from season one. In the episode, the Ice Truck Killer decides to toy with our intrepid ‘hero’, returning the body of Valerie Castillo (a recent victim of Dexters) thus almost ensuring Dexter’s true identity is revealed. ‘Return to Sender’ not only set the tone for the second half of the season, it gave each member of the cast a really nice story-line and a chance to shine.

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I’ve always had a little anxiety when it comes to flying. My fear doesn’t stem from a fear of death or total lack of airplane security — having once inadvertently smuggled an exacto knife on board a plane — it’s more so about the in-flight entertainment. Nothing screams doom like sitting down in your seat only to find out that you’ll be forced to sit through a double feature of ACCORDING TO JIM episodes and some foreign language film chronicling a Red Violin.

That said, if you’re disappointed with the lack of updates today on theTVaddict.com, know that I have a good reason. I’ll be hurdling across the country in a race against time to ensure I make it to the Paley Festival in time for the much anticipated DEXTER event tonight. Stay Tuned…

As you may have guessed from the giant image above, the TV Addict will be reporting live from the 2007 PALEY FESTIVAL starting this Wednesday March 7. Needless to say I’m thrilled to have this opportunity, and cannot wait to attend panels for some of my (and your) favourite shows. I’ll be attending the panels for DEXTER, NIP/TUCK, PRISON BREAK, HEROES and UGLY BETTY. Check back all next week for in-depth reports. And if you see a TV Addict drooling over his MAC Laptop, don’t be afraid to come by and say ‘HI!’

Last night was THE OFFICE panel, and my friend Kathie from GIVE ME MY REMOTE was lucky enough to attend. To read her fantastic full report, click here.