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AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR May 26 (9-11 pm ET) Premiere Venice ‘AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR’ RETURNS FEATURING THE QUALIFYING ROUND FROM VENICE BEACH, CA – The heart-racing obstacle course competition series “American Ninja Warrior” returns to NBC this summer with all new episodes. The action-packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses in qualifying and finals rounds across the country. Those that successfully complete the course in each city will move onto the national finals round in Las Vegas where they face a stunning four-stage course modeled after the famed Mt. Midoriyama - based on the Japanese television series “Sasuke.” In the first round of qualifying from Venice Beach, California, competitors must tackle ten obstacles in the qualifying round including three brand new obstacles; the Slack Ladder, the Jumping Bars Into Cargo and the Cannonball Alley. Olympian rower Susan Francia and luger Kate Hanson tackle the course along with Ninja veteran David Campbell. Competitors vie for a chance to win a cash prize of $500,000 and the title “American Ninja Warrior.” Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbaja Biamila return as hosts as Jenn Brown also returns as co-host.

  BRANDON & SAVANNAH, the breakout brother/sister singing duo from NBC’s America’s Got Talent. The duo, whose music gained a standing ovation from radio legend Howard Stern, have just released their new single “Hands Up” and are touring with pop sensation, R5 on their Louder World Tour. Brandon & Savannah are making waves with their mature edgy pop/rock sound and electronic music that leave fans wanting more. Brandon and Savannah are also currently working on their new sound and brand ready for release later this fall.  Recently, the two have been traveling across Canada with Disney’s #1 pop group, R5, performing to sell out crowds and thousands of screaming fans.  Their music is playing in rotation on Disney Channel and The Family Channel in Canada. 

TEAM ADAM Kat Perkins - Minneapolis, MN / Scranton, ND Kat was eliminated from last week's competition of The Voice. But she's only just begun to have a phenomenal career as a singer. Tune in to find out what's next for her. Kat started a rock band with her husband, but they divorced six months later and she decided to take a break from the music business. She’s currently a full-time nanny for a family of five, with whom she created an unofficial band with for fun. The Voice is the first time Kat has gone solo and can’t wait to step out on her own. Follow Kat on Twitter at @KatPerkinsMusic. 

TEAM SHAKIRA Kristen Merlin – Hanson, MA Kristen was elmlinated from last week's finals of The Voice. But life goes on and Kristen will be here to chat about what are her upcoming plans. Before The Voice fame she has always faced ridicule for her tomboy appearance. She loves music and wants to use her passion and the national platform of The Voice to represent others who may be judged by how they look and not who they are. Follow Kristen on Twitter at @KristenMerlin. 

  “American Dream Builders” Victorians - Airs Sunday, May 18 THE FINAL FOUR DESIGNERS TACKLE A VICTORIAN HOME IN THE LAST CHALLENGE BEFORE THE FINALE — The competition is at an all-time high with the finale just one week away. The remaining four designers must renovate a Victorian home together. Site manager Jay has his hands full keeping his team all on the same page. To their surprise, the contestants meet their neighborhood council for the first time. However, this surprise is minimal compared to the twist they are given by the judges. Two designers will be sent home. The final two designers will battle it out for the $250,000 grand prize and the title of “American Dream Builder.” Nate Berkus hosts while Eddie George and Monica Pedersen serve as judges.

To the shock of nearly everyone power house singer Sissaundra Lewis was eliminated from last week's competition on The Voice. But somehow we have a feeling Sissaundra will be ok afterall, she once upon a time was the vocal coach for superstar singer Celine Dion. Tune in to find out what's next on the singing agenda form Ms. Lewis.

Talented singer Audra McLaughlin was eliminated last week from The Voice but her career will continue. Listen to what's next  for her Audra.

Delvin Choice and Audra McLaughlin  - eliminated contestants last week from NBC's "The Voice/" What's next for this powerfully talented two? Tune in to find out. 

Tracy Spiridakos plays Charlie Matheson, the headstrong, curious and daring daughter of Ben Matheson on NBC’s adventure series “Revolution.” 

Tess Boyer was a part of Team Shakira but unfortunately was eliminated last week. Tune in to see what's next for this talented young singer. And our second guest is Kerry Ehrin, executive producer of A & E's lovingly bizzare hit show BATES MOTEL. 

The Voice eliminated contestant Bria Kelly from Team Usher will be chatting about her new found singing plans, now that she's been eliminated from The Voice.

Actresses Jessic St. Clair and Lennon Parham. In USA’s new comedy “Playing House,” Lennon Parham (“Best Friends Forever”) stars as Maggie Caruso, a woman who is determined to create a happy home for her baby, despite recently discovering her husband’s illicit online affair with a muscular German woman. In USA’s new comedy “Playing House,” Jessica St. Clair (“Best Friends Forever”) stars as Emma Crawford, a strong-willed, passionate and career driven woman who moves back to her small hometown to help her best friend, Maggie (Lennon Parham, “Best Friends Forever”), raise her first baby. St. Clair co-stars and co-created the series along with Parham.  Playing House premieres April 29 from 10 - 11pm (eastern) on the USA Network.

Contestants from The Voice, Dani Moz (Team Shakira) and TJ Wilkins (Team Usher), have both been eliminated from competition but they're strong singing latents and exposure on the hit show means their careers can only continue to soar. What's next for these two talented young men? Tune in to find out.  

The new indie film GRACE, will makae its world premiere April 18th at the upcoming Nashville Film Festival. Rooted in powerful performances by Annika Marks (“The Sessions”) and Sharon Lawrence (“NYPD Blue”), “GRACE.” compassionately looks at the disease of addiction through a young woman inching towards redemption. Grace was produced by Emmy Award-winning director and producer, Sylvia Caminer, who's our guest on this show. GET THE FIRST LOOK! Watch the official trailer for Grace here: Website: www.gracethemovie.us

Today we will continue our chat fest with several contestants who are advancing on in the fierce competition of NBC's hit show THE VOICE! Our guests will be: Audra McLaughlin Bria Kelly Dawn & Hawkes Deja Hall Josh Kaufman Josh Murley Madilyn Paige  Music Box Tess Boyer