While we probably shouldn’t find this the least bit surprising, considering NBC has in recent years become the home to television shows based movies (FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS), popular British comedies of the same name (THE OFFICE), and other television shows (BIONIC WOMAN, KNIGHT RIDER). We couldn’t help but feel that there was something eerily familiar about Tuesday’s premiere of PARENTHOOD. A feeling which was confirmed following a quick poking around ‘the google.’ NBC, the network where even the title cards feel recycled! 
Three quick observations with regards to last night’s phenomenal instalment of BIG LOVE. 1) In addition to her ‘For Your Consideration’ Emmy clip, last night’s heartbreaking and tearful confession by Margene as to what really went down between herself and Ben just cemented Ginnifer Goodwin’s status as television’s most underrated actress. 2) Almost as shocking as the three whole seconds it took Bill to expell his own son from his house was his treatment of loyal second-in-command Don. Seriously, somebody needs to smack this man upside the head for his continual self righteous and destructive behaviour. And finally, 3) Just how did it take us so long to reach our latest separated at birth comparison: BIG LOVE’s Alby Grant and LOST’s Benjamin Linus. Discuss.
During last night’s somewhat lacklustre 30 ROCK, Jack took a photo of Liz and sent it to high school crush Nancy Donovan telling her that he’s with the “female Kevin McHale.” Now, if your first thought was that of the GLEE star as opposed to the ex-NBA player of the same name that Jack was undoubtedly referring to — join the club — you’re officially a bonafide GLEEK! Plus you gotta admit, it kinda works, no?
Back in the days good ol’ days of primetime television when networks routinely ordered 24, 26 or even 30 episodes of our favorite shows, clip shows were not only par for the course, but completely understandable. Unfortunately, in this modern day of television that we find ourselves in — where eight minutes of commercials have shrunk the precious few new episodes of so-called half hour sitcoms to just over twenty-two minutes — last night’s instalment of THE OFFICE that found Michael Scott looking back on memorable Dunder Mifflin moments was inexcusable. Memo to NBC. If you’re trying to win back supporters following your recent ‘Late Night’ debacle, a glorified clip show is not the way to go. We’re just sayin’
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Thanks to our inexplicable need to point out actors who remind us of, well other actors, comes our latest separated at birth: Former TERMINATOR: THE SARAH CONNOR CHRONICLES star Thomas Dekker and current SMALLVILLE guest star David Gallagher, who will next be seen swooping into Metropolis on November 13 playing one-half of “The Wonder Twins.” Thoughts?
Dear Seth MacFarlane,
Should you ever find the time to develop a live-action FAMILY GUY adventure — you know, during your spare five minutes between voicing and writing three hit FOX shows (FAMILY GUY, CLEVELAND SHOW and AMERICAN DAD) and your extra-curricular activities that include developing sponsored hilarity for both Google and Microsoft and the occasional FLASHFORWARD guest appearance — we’ve already got you your Neil Goldman. Meet his real-life doppelganger Josh Sussman, GLEE’s resident Rachel Berry stalker Jacob Ben Israel. You’re welcome. Seriously, no executive producer credit necessary.
Sincerely,
The TV Addict
Courtesy of today’s news that has A DIFFERENT WORLD alum Jasmine Guy dropping by THE VAMPIRE DIARIES in an upcoming episode to reveal to granddaughter Bonnie (Katerina Graham) that she actually descends from a long line of witches comes our latest separated at birth: Jasmine Guy and Paula Abdul. Discuss.
Thanks to our seemingly uncontrollable addiction to pointing out actors who remind us of, well other actors, comes our latest separated at birth, complete with a unexpected Canadian connection. Toronto born ROYAL PAINS star Paulo Costanzo and Vancouver native ex-90210‘er Dustin Milligan. Who’s with us?
In our latest edition of “Separated at Birth,” we humbly present The Incredibles brilliant costume designer Edna Mode (on left) and the latest UGLY BETTY guest star, funny gal Rachel Dratch. Is it a coincidence that Dratch, who is rumored to be Mode’s newest hire when UGLY BETTY returns this April 30th looks eerily similar to one Edna Mode from Pixar’s The Incredibles? Honestly we have no idea, although, we do know someone who might. Which is why we’re posing this question to the man, the legend, the bona-fide scene stealer and original source of this pic, Michael Urie!
Is Rachel Dratch and Edna Mode really separated at birth? Or, on a more serious note, was Edna Mode the inspiration for Rachel Dratch’s character? @michaelurie, if you’re reading this, feel free to tweet us an answer, send us an email, or post message in the comments below and let us know. (We’d also settle for an interview!)
KINGS’ Chris Egan and Matt Damon
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This morning’s inspiration for our latest edition of “Separated at Birth” comes courtesy of EW’s news that former SNLer Horatio Sanz has been cast in ABC’s midseason comedy IN THE MOTHERHOOD. Agree? Disagree? Wondering how Horatio Sanz went from this to this? Post away.
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