"Private Practice": A Sure Thing? Just Ask Ellen

That Ellen sure does get things done. While taping an interview with Kate Walsh for an upcoming show this afternoon, Ellen DeGeneres decided the "Grey's Anatomy" star shouldn't have to wait until ABC announces its fall schedule on Tuesday to learn whether her spinoff, "Private Practice," is getting picked up as a series. She phoned up ABC Entertainment President Steve McPherson and asked for an answer on the spot. The episode will air Thursday, but if you can't wait to see what he said, read more

"I think she's in pretty good shape," McPherson told Ellen, who then leaned over and said, "You have your own show, Kate!" Check it out:

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