ABC Family Renews THE SECRET LIFE OF THE AMERICAN TEENAGER, Fox Orders More KITCHEN NIGHTMARES and Additional Renewal News

There’s a bunch of TV news flying around today, so to help you keep track of what was granted a new season, we compiled all of today’s renewals in one handy place. Sound good?

CBS Schedules Premiere Date for NYC 22

CBS has set a series premiere date for their final scripted show of the 2011-2012 season. NYC 22 (formerly known as THE 2-2) will get CSI: MIAMI’s Sunday night at 10 PM time slot starting April 15th. (CSI: MIAMI will have concluded its season by then.) So what is NYC 22 about?

Showtime Renews CALIFORNICATION, HOUSE OF LIES and SHAMELESS

Showtime has renewed CALIFORNICATION, HOUSE OF LIES and SHAMELESS, the network announced in a press release. “These three shows are clearly resonating with audiences as evidenced by their steady growth on Sunday nights,” said David Nevins, President of Entertainment, Showtime Networks Inc. “We are extremely pleased with the creative work being done by the casts, [...]

THE X FACTOR’s Steve Jones Says He Won’t Be Back for Season 2

It appears Steve Jones’ time on THE X FACTOR is over. Jones just tweeted, “I wont be hosting next seasons XFactor which is a shame but I cant complain as I’ve had a great time. Good luck to everyone on the show.” Fox has not yet replied to a request for comment on Jones’ statement. [...]

THE FINDER: Annette O’Toole and John Ashton Cast as Walter’s Parents

Walter Sherman’s family tree is growing on THE FINDER! Fox has confirmed that John Ashton and former SMALLVILLE star Annette O’Toole have been cast as Walter’s parents, Franklin and Eileen Sherman. The news was first reported by TVGuide.com.

18th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards Winners

It’s time for the 18th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards! The awards are being handed out as we speak, so keep checking back with Give Me My Remote as we update our list of winners. Take a look at who has taken home the statues so far…

CASTLE Nabs Sarah Jane Morris and Taylor Kinney For Fairytale-Themed Episode

Fairytale fever has hit another ABC show! CASTLE started production today on their 17th episode of the season, “Once Upon a Crime” (written by Kate Sargeant), and ABC has confirmed to Give Me My Remote that former BROTHERS & SISTERS star Sarah Jane Morris and former THE VAMPIRE DIARIES star Taylor Kinney have both landed [...]

PaleyFest Adds BONES, Paley Center Honoring COUGAR TOWN

The Paley Center has added a few fan-favorites to their upcoming schedule. The Hollywood Reporter is reporting that Fox’s BONES has been added to PaleyFest’s already bustling schedule. While BONES has had several Paley panels (the last one was this past May), this marks the first time the series has been put on the PaleyFest [...]

Report: THE OFFICE Spinoff in the Works

If NBC gets their way, THE OFFICE may look drastically different comes 2013. Deadline is reporting the network is currently in the early stages of developing a spinoff for Rainn Wilson’s Dwight Schrute, with the hopes of it launching — if all goes well — during midseason 2013.

THE FINDER Casts George Stults as Walter’s Brother

THE FINDER has nabbed George Stults — the real-life brother of series star Geoff (Walter) — for an upcoming guest spot on the Fox series. Just a few weeks back, THE FINDER creator Hart Hanson told reporters on a conference call that there was “a very, very, very good chance” George would make his way [...]

ABC Sets COUGAR TOWN Season 3 Premiere

Finally! After months of waiting, ABC has announced that COUGAR TOWN will have its third season premiere Tuesday, February 14 at 8:30 PM. (Yes, the old WORK IT time slot.) Anyone want to play a little Penny Can to celebrate?! Follow @GiveMeMyRemote and @marisaroffman on Twitter for the latest TV news. Connect with other TV fans on GIVE ME MY [...]

AMC Expands THE WALKING DEAD Season 3, Sets Premiere Dates for MAD MEN and THE KILLING

Get ready for even more zombies! AMC announced at TCA that the previously ordered third season of their hit, THE WALKING DEAD, has been expanded to a 16-episode order. That’s a bump up from the 13-episode second season (which will resume on February 12 at 9 PM). Elsewhere, MAD MEN will finally return to television [...]

Showtime Announces Premiere Dates for NURSE JACKIE, THE BIG C and THE BORGIAS

Get ready for the return of three Showtime shows! Sunday, April 8 will mark the return of NURSE JACKIE (at 9 PM), THE BIG C (at 9:30 PM), and THE BORGIAS (at 10 PM), the network announced in a press release. Which show are you most excited to have return? Follow @GiveMeMyRemote and @marisaroffman on [...]

GENERAL HOSPITAL Lands ONE LIFE TO LIVE Vets Kassie DePaiva, Roger Howarth, Michael Easton, and Kristen Alderson

ONE LIFE TO LIVE may be ending this week, but four actors have signed on to join ABC’s remaining soap, GENERAL HOSPITAL. According to ABC, Kassie DePaiva (Blair), Roger Howarth (Todd), Michael Easton (John), and Kristen Alderson (Starr) will reprise their ONE LIFE TO LIVE roles when they head to Port Charles.

Whoopi Goldberg to Guest Star on THE MIDDLE

Whoopi Goldberg is heading to THE MIDDLE. During the comedy showrunner panel at ABC’s TCA, THE MIDDLE creators Eileen Heisler and DeAnna Heline announced that the comedian — and current host of THE VIEW — just signed a deal to appear in the 21st episode of the year. According to the showrunners, she’s set to [...]