After saving the original MELROSE PLACE from the brink of cancellation almost two decades ago, history is about to repeat itself thanks to this morning’s announcement that has Heather Locklear set to reprise her role as scheming vixen Amanda Woodward on the CW’s fledgling MELROSE PLACE re-boot starting November 17.

As first reported by Michael Ausiello, starting October 16 “SOPRANOS star Jamie-Lynn Sigler is joining the cast of UGLY BETTY in the recurring role of Natalie, Daniel’s sexy, spiritual, funny, new assistant.” And here with your first look at Sigler is theTVaddict.com. More photos of which can be found after the jump.

Or for that matter — the next REUNION, THE TICK, DRIVE, WONDERFALLS, PROFIT or THE LONE GUNMAN — thanks to Fox Entertainment President Kevin Reilly giving the critically acclaimed GLEE a full season pick-up. “The response we’ve received to GLEE has been remarkable,” said Reilly. “It’s already got the makings of a cultural phenomenon. I’ve seen [...]

At what point does it sink in that you’re a part of something special? Simon Helberg: It’s funny, because when we’re shooting the show, it’s just about five people who love each other and hang out which you might not get when you’re watching at home. But things like seeing the cover of TV Guide, [...]

a) Ratings for the first week of THE JAY LENO SHOW. b) HBO’s subscriber base now that TRUE BLOOD has gone on hiatus. c) Herc’s credibility upon calling Jenna Elfman’s new ‘comedy’ ACCIDENTALLY ON PURPOSE “a little funnier than” HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER on aintitcoolnews.com d) The renewal prospects for THE BEAUTIFUL LIFE: TBL [...]

Your complete list of 61st Annual Emmy Award Winners,

7:58PM: Who’se excited for the endless barrage of CBS promos? 8:03PM: It only took 3 minutes for the first shot at Paula Abdul’s expense. Kanye, you’re next… 8:06PM: Neil Patrick Harris says his job is to keep things running smoothly, “Here’s hoping Kanye West likes 30 ROCK.” Zing! 8:09PM: Disproportionate amount of CBS shows in [...]