Samantha Who

Over the weekend, things were looking pretty good for Samantha Who? to return in the Fall. But apparently, the numbers just didn't work: Christina Applegate's show won't be back on ABC next season because the budget just couldn't be cut down enough for ABC to pick it up.

Meanwhile, the network turned its attention to picking up new shows — and it's got a bundle of them. It's the next network to present at the Upfronts tomorrow, and its rumored list of shows includes Eastwick, V, Flash Forward (which has already gotten advertised during Lost),the crime drama Happy Town, a law show called The Deep End, a new police drama called Copper, and a Jerry Bruckheimer show called The Forgotten.

ABC also has four comedies in the works, including Cougar Town with Courteney Cox, Hank with Kelsey Grammer, The Middle with Patricia Heaton, and the mockumentary-style Modern Family. That's a ton of new shows, and I'm curious to see where they all fall on the schedule tomorrow.

Meanwhile, over at CBS, four series were reportedly ordered, though the official word won't come till Wednesday. Julianna Margulies's The Good Wife and Alex O'Loughlin's Three Rivers both reportedly earned spots on the schedule, as has the Jenna Elfman comedy Accidentally on Purpose and the NCIS spinoff with Chris O'Donnell and LL Cool J.

Lots more to come in this crazy week, but let's talk about these developments for now. Sad about Samantha Who? or not surprised? Liking the sound of any of the new shows?

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In the 13th episode of the season, Samantha does it up Vegas style in her fabulous lavender Robert Rodriguez kimono top and black sequined bag. She pairs the top with perfectly tailored black trousers and completes the look with simple black pumps and silver earrings. Shop the exact top and similar items here.

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ABC revealed some major changes to its comedy lineup today, and maybe the biggest news of all is that the network will be challenging NBC head-on by launching a Thursday comedy block of its own.

Starting March 26, Samantha Who? will air at 8 p.m. Thursdays, followed by the new comedy In the Motherhood. That means Samantha will be battling My Name is Earl, while Motherhood will have a head start on its major competitor, the new Amy Poehler show, which premieres April 9. The new comedy block means Ugly Betty will take a hiatus (though ABC says it will return once the comedies have finished their runs).

There are a couple of other changes in the works, too: Scrubs will move to Wednesdays at 8 p.m. starting March 18, leading into the new series Better Off Ted at 8:30 p.m. (That makes way for the Dancing with the Stars results show to take over Tuesdays in the Spring.)

What do you make of the news? Do you think ABC's comedies can take on NBC's? And will you miss Betty?

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• It's true: Dakota Fanning has been offered a role in New Moon. — Entertainment Weekly
• Samantha Who? has been bumped for The Bachelor but will have Angie Harmon in the cast when it returns. — TV Guide
• Tom Wilkinson and Jim Belushi are rounding out the cast of Roman Polanski's The Ghost. — ComingSoon
• Hooray, an actors' strike is looking way, way less likely. — AP
• ABC has piked up a pilot based on The Witches of Eastwick, while NBC has ordered a medical pilot called Mercy. — The Hollywood Reporter
• Tom Hanks and Oprah are producing a film adaptation of the bestselling book The Story of Edgar Sawtelle. — Variety
• 13: Fear is Real is moving to Fridays, and Privileged repeats will take its spot on Wednesdays. — The Futon Critic
• Keira Knightley and Colin Farrell are set to star in London Boulevard, a crime drama that marks the directing debut of The Departed screenwriter William Monahan. — ComingSoon
• Steve Martin's banjo album The Crow: New Songs For the Five-String Banjo will be available Jan. 27. — Billboard

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In the ninth episode of the season, Andrea's fur vest is at home in the wilderness, and the red tunic sweater looks great underneath it. Andrea completed her look with a pair of leggings and black suede boots. Shop it all here.

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If you watch Samantha Who?, you may have noticed that Regina Newly, Samantha's mother, is all about the country style décor. Blue gingham? Check! (Har har.) Handmade quilt? Check! Roosters? Check! Check! Check! I've never been one for décor themes, regardless of the inspiration behind it. And, I am a little turned off by homes with a country style that are not actually in the country. I think if you live on a farm, or in a rural area at least, it's acceptable. I can't say I'll be getting the look of Mrs. Newly's home in my own, unless maybe we're talking about a set of farmyard place mats. Samantha's pad, on the other hand, I'd willingly move right into. Enough about me, I want to know what you all think of this countryside style. Do you like it? Do you have any pastoral accessories in your home? Do you like theme decorating in general? Tell me by commenting below!
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As the holidays approach, I've had festive dinner party décor on my mind. While some of you may want to get crafty with a paper wreath, others may prefer to keep the holiday kitsch to a minimum. I was impressed with this table setting in Samantha Who? as it manages to look seasonally appropriate for a Thanksgiving or Christmas party without incorporating any jingle bells, snowflakes, or gobble-gobbling turkeys. Without much fuss, the orangey-red bouquet, napkins, and dinnerware make it appropriate for either Nov. 27 or Dec. 25, and the metallic vases and place mats give it a celebratory, glittery appeal. I've recreated this look for you, in case you too want to take a note from Samantha Who? To see my finds, read more

Mary-Kate Olsen makes an appearance on the fifth episode of Samantha Who? in an outfit that she'd likely be seen wearing in real life. She looks a little bit grunge, but also very cool. Her Otis & Maclain boy tee is the foundation of the ensemble, but the accessories and red plaid button down (worn around her waist) are pretty rocking too. Get the complete look now.

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