It's All Shiny and New

It's All Shiny and New

VH1 Premieres/Encores for the Week of October 7 - October 13 2005

NEW YORK, Oct. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Check out all of the brand new premieres headed to VH1 and VH1 Classic this week.

"THE SURREAL LIFE'S" GRAND CATFIGHT FINALE, "SHOCKINGLY THIN HOLLYWOOD" AND

A BRAND NEW "BEST WEEK EVER"

On Friday, October 7 "40 Greatest Pranks" (2 hours)

They were funny. They were clever. They were just a little bit cruel. They're the most awesome practical jokes ever. From pies in the face to celebrity imposters, VH1 is counting down the "40 Greatest Pranks" of all time.

(Premieres at 9:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/the_greatest/series.jhtml

"Best Week Ever" #604

Tune in to find out which bits of pop culture news will roast over this week's BWE skewer.

(Premieres at 11:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/best_week_ever/series.jhtml

On Saturday, October 8 "Maxim Hot 100"

Bask in the glow of the hottest of the hot as crowned by Maxim magazine in this encore presentation.

(Airs at 10:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/maxim_hot_100_05/series.jhtml

On Sunday, October 9 "The Surreal Life" *SEASON FINALE*

The final morning begins with an unexpected apology in the bathroom from Omarosa to Janice and the two women hug. Unaware, the rest of the gang still worry about the Omarosa/Janice rivalry; Caprice thinks Janice is spreading too much "negativity" around the house, while Pepa feels Omarosa should not have accused Janice of being a poor mother. And when Janice asks for an apology at the last cast dinner, Omarosa flat out refuses. Saying she stands behind what she said about Janice's wild antics and her questionable skills as a mother, stating, "You need help, Janice ... I can't lie." And the battle of the century begins its crescendo. By the end of the night someone will climb out through a window, run down the driveway in tears leaving the house in a complete shambles -- literally and emotionally!

(Premieres at 9:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/the_surreal_life_5/series.jhtml

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Contacts: Michelle Clark/VH1 212-846-5576 michelle.clark@vh1staff.com

"My Fair Brady"

Adrianne has decided she's had enough of Chris' wishy-washy ways. One day he wants her to get her own place and the next he can't imagine daily life without her. What does he want? So Adrianne has decided that a little help from her family and friends is in order. She packs up her bags and Chris and heads for her hometown of Joliet, Illinois. On the way to the airport, Chris flip-flops again and tells her that they should buy a new house together; one that they can call their own. Argh?! Getting her family's opinion is now even more important. First stop in Joliet is Adrianne's father. Chris is more than nervous about meeting her gigantic 6'9" Harley riding, leather wearing Dad. Chris is fairly certain he'll impress until Adrianne's Dad greets him with, "So you're the Hollywood playboy that stole my daughter's heart." Uh oh.

(Premieres at 9:30 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/my_fair_brady/series.jhtml

"Breaking Bonaduce"

When we left Danny on the streets of Hollywood, he was ringing Gretchen's cell phone off the hook, railing against her having male strippers at her 40th Birthday. When he finally gets her on the phone, she refuses to allow him to dictate what she can and can't do at her own party. In a huff, Gretchen practically hangs up on him. Moments later Danny has a violent outburst of volcanic proportions. In a rage, he begins menacing the crew on the production, threatening to go to the party and assault people if the strippers are allowed to perform. After several hours of erratic and violent behavior, Danny eventually breaks down in tears, confessing that he's completely lost control of his mind and his life. Later that evening, in a cry for help, Danny slashes his wrists. The next day, in a final act of madness, Danny accuses Dr. Garry of conspiring to turn Gretchen against him.

(Premieres at 10:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/breaking_bonaduce/series.jhtml

On Monday, October 10 "All Access: Shockingly Thin Hollywood"

Americans are obsessed with weight and diet, and this obsession has reached a fever pitch in Hollywood. The pressure for actresses to get thin and stay thin is the source of an alarming trend. Open any celebrity magazine, and you'll see today's hottest actresses looking thinner than ever before. "All Access: Shockingly Thin Hollywood" examines Hollywood's obsession to be thin. Today's hottest female celebrities -- Jessica Simpson, Nicole Richie, and Lindsay Lohan -- have all lost dramatic amounts of weight, in a very short period of time. These young actresses have come under intense media scrutiny for their weight loss, and the pressure for them to be thin does not appear to be letting up. Unfortunately, the pressure to be thin in Hollywood isn't limited to young female celebrities. Older actresses are feeling the demands as well, as evidenced by the women of the hit TV show "Desperate Housewives." And men are not immune, either. All leading men have to be thin and fit, and often men are required to lose tremendous amounts of weight for a role, sometimes with shocking results. Entertainment/gossip columnists, nutritionists, and celebrity trainers will all weigh in on what today's celebrities are doing to their bodies, and whether or not the Hollywood thin craze is here to stay.

(Premieres at 9:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/vh1_all_access/series.jhtml

"The Fabulous Life Celebrity Pets"

Meet a very different breed of superstar: they're covered in fur, decked out in diamond collars, and always ready to make a splash -- even when they're making. It's today's celebrity pet. From Paris Hilton buying her Chihuahua Tinkerbell a $300 cashmere sweater with pearls, to Hilary Swank consulting a telepathic animal communicator for her new-found dog, "The Fabulous Life of Celebrity Pets," is your guide to the most extravagant lifestyles of Hollywood's elite animals. Sure it's great to be a celebrity, but being a celebrity's pet is even better.

(Premieres at 10:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/fabulous_life_of/series.jhtml

Tuesday, October 11 "My Fair Brady Mini-Marathon"

Will he or won't he? Watch the indecision of the fairest Brady of them all from the beginning.

(Begins at 7:30 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/my_fair_brady/series.jhtml

Wednesday, October 12 "VH1 News Presents: Plastic Surgery Obsessions"

Find out why some people find going under the knife more addictive than Dr. Christian Troy in this encore presentation.

(Airs at 4:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/vh1_news_presents/series.jhtml

Thursday, October 13 "VH1 News Presents: Hip Hop Vixens"

With roughly 200 hip hop videos created each year, each seem to require the staple element of voluptuous women to dance, shake, or just look hot. VH1 News wants to find out exactly who these women are and what goes on behind the scenes of these risque video shoots. In this special report, VH1 News interviews dozens of working video girls to uncover the industry's secret sexual commerce. We'll hear from the industry's most infamous video girl, Karrine "Superhead" Steffans, who reveals how the video girl lifestyle almost destroyed her life. We'll also explore another side of hip hop videos known as the world of 'uncut.' This niche market has more explicit images and is only seen on DVDs and late night TV. The show features interviews with rappers like Common, Cam'ron, Mike Jones and Luther Campbell, Trina, Jacki-O, former video vixen Melyssa Ford and two casting directors, Ulee Terrero and Pablo Cornejo.

(Premieres at 9:00 p.m.) http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/vh1_news_presents/series.jhtml

ON VH1 CLASSIC

On Sunday, October 9 at 12:00 PM and 12:00 AM VH1 Classic premieres an all-new "The Alternative" which gathers together your favorite -- and forgotten -- videos by such pioneers as The Cure, Echo & The Bunnymen, New Order, Bauhaus and The Smiths among many clove-cigarette smoking others.

Up on deck this week: Paul Weller. Weller stopped by the VH1 Classic studio to discuss his new album "As Is Now" and perform tunes including "Start of Forever," "Roll Along Summer," "I Wanna Make It Alright" and Savages." http://www.vh1classic.com/

Source: VH1

CONTACT: Michelle Clark of VH1, +1-212-846-5576, michelle.clark@vh1staff.com

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