July 24, 2008
After playing Horatio Caine's (David Caruso) ex-lover, Julia Winston, on CBS' hit procedural drama CSI: Miami, Elizabeth Berkley makes her way into yet another TV series. This time, she'll be joining the cast of Showtime's The L Word for a multi-episode arc.
According to Entertainment Weekly, Berkley will be appearing on The L Word as a straight girl that got away from Jennifer Beals' character Bette Porter in college.
July 18, 2008
The folks at Showtime had plenty to be excited about as their panels at the TCA began. Yesterday the network finally broke through at the Emmys to score its first ever nomination for Outstanding Drama Series for Dexter and also saw acting nominations for Michael C. Hall from Dexter and Mary-Louise Parker from Weeds.
While the past year brought ratings records and plenty of awards, Showtime is looking to the future. The network just ordered two more seasons of Weeds following the current one, it's picking up two new comedies starring a pair of top-tier actresses and a potential spin-off for The L Word.
May 16, 2008
Ever since Jorja Fox hung up her CSI glove, producers have been looking for a replacement that will fill in the void of the forensic drama. With the casting search underway, many rumors have surged regarding actresses who may possibly join the cast, including Battlestar Galactica's Katee Sackhoff, who was recently junked for the opening.
Now, the search is over. CSI has tapped Lauren Lee Smith, actress known for her recurring role on The L Word, to join the cast as a series regular. According to a CBS spokesperson, the Canadian actress is expected to play the character Bryce Adams, a "flirtatious, witty and strong-willed non-conformist" that is enlisted to join the Las Vegas graveyard shift led by Grissom (William Petersen). Other members of the forensic crew include Catherine Willows (Marg Helgenberger), Nicholas "Nick" Stokes (George Eads), David Hodges (Wallace Langham), Det. Capt. James "Jim" Brass (Paul Guilfoyle), Gregory "Greg" Sanders (Eric Szmanda) and Dr. Albert "Al" Robbins (Robert David Hall).
January 9, 2008
There aren't too many male actors on Showtime's hit drama The L Word, but this doesn't bother industry veteran Wallace Shawn, who has landed a multi-episode guest-starring arc on the series.
“I already had seen the show, so I wasn't looking around thinking, 'Where are the men?'” Shawn told TV Guide. “And of course for me, I'm more comfortable with the company of women than the company of men, so it was the world that I think every show or play or film should be — I'm the man, and everyone else is a woman. It's very agreeable.”
April 10, 2007
Cosmically beautiful, Laurel Holloman establishes her presence on the showbiz world with her winning smile and her captivating façade. Her splendor and acting sophistication has graced the field of theater, film and television. Gleaming with charisma, she easily becomes an endearing celebrity fans look forward to watch. She presently stars on Showtime’s drama series The L Word.
April 10, 2007
Slim and striking, Jennifer Beals proves that she is worthy of lingering in the limelight with her invigorating presence. This former teen model beautifully bloomed into a dramatic actress highly capable of challenging character roles. This natural brunette has a very amiable personality that matches her gorgeous exterior. Her part African-American and Irish roots positively works for the establishment of her distinct presence in the entertainment business. Clever and highly talented, she puts in her utmost effort in acting which positively results to artistic credibility. At present, she stars on the lesbian-themed drama The L Word.
February 9, 2007
The L Word is a drama series created by Ilene Chaiken about the lesbian community. The show is set in the hip neighborhood of West Hollywood.