Nightclubs rain gifts on toy drive - Las Vegas Review - Journal

Dec. 09, 2010
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NORM: Nightclubs rain gifts on toy drive

How do you measure Las Vegas' holiday spirit of giving?

For about 300 employees at Tryst and XS nightclubs at Wynn Las Vegas and Encore, it was a Walmart receipt more than 100 feet long.

After a three-hour shopping spree that filled two 18-wheelers, nightclub managers and employees delivered more than $106,000 worth of Christmas toys and gifts to the KLUC-FM, 98.5, collection site manned by Chet Buchanan & the Morning Zoo on Wednesday.

The staffers have been chipping in every night for a year, determined to break their 2009 donation mark of $62,428.

"They're amazing," said Jesse Waits, general partner of the two clubs, referring to the generosity of director of Wynn nightclubs John Wood and his staffers.

The nightclubs raised $32,000 in 2008, the first year. Their 2010 efforts helped boost the total number of loaded trucks to eight, including 495 bikes, plus $105,000 worth in gift cards.

Buchanan promotes the drive every year by spending 12 days atop scaffolding next to NV Energy on West Sahara Avenue.

Also caught up in the spirit of giving:

¦ About 500 Make-a-Wish kids meet Santa today at the Rio, thanks to the generosity of Luxor headliner Criss Angel and Bank of America.

¦ Earlier this week, the Walmart Foundation provided a $55,000 grant to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Southern Nevada, one of the largest ever received by the society.

'IDOL,' CIRQUE JOIN HANDS

A marriage of megabrands -- "American Idol" and Cirque du Soleil -- will reportedly continue for the upcoming 10th season of "Idol."

EonLine.com reported Wednesday that the season of change includes a working relationship with "Love," Cirque's partnership with the Beatles.

Last April, the nine "Idol" finalists made a trip to Las Vegas to soak up Cirque's "Viva Elvis" show at Aria and received critique from mentor Adam Lambert, Season 8 runner-up.

THE SCENE AND HEARD

An out-of-town woman hit Megabucks at Green Valley Ranch on Tuesday. She won $10,000 after playing at the $1 level. She'll be kicking herself for years for not putting in $3. That would have paid $12.1 million. ...

Phil Shalala, vice president of marketing at the Hard Rock Hotel, is out after seven years. He was behind the launch of the pool party Rehab six years ago. ...

Jenny McCarthy has split from her Vegas boyfriend, Jason Toohey. ...

Michael Grimm, the winner of "America's Got Talent" 2010, returns to Green Valley Ranch on Dec. 19 to perform at Ovation with a 12-piece orchestra. He was a regular performer at GVR before landing on the talent show. ...

Loop Rawlins and Will Roberts, who perform the flaming rope trick in "Viva Elvis," will perform a rope contest at the MGM Resorts International's NFR tent tonight from 5 to 6 p.m.

SIGHTINGS

That was some hoedown at Mandalay Bay on Monday after the American Country Awards. Blake Shelton's after-party at the House of Blues included performances by Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson; Miranda Lambert and Clarkson; Jason Aldean, Charles Kelley (from Lady Antebellum) and Luke Bryan; Lambert and Shelton; Lambert and Jerrod Niemann; Lambert and Laura Bell Bundy; Bell Bundy and Andy Davis; and Shelton and Nan Kelley.

THE PUNCH LINE

"Sarah Palin shot a reindeer on the last episode of her show. You don't typically see politicians shooting reindeer to death two weeks before Christmas." -- Jimmy Kimmel

Norm Clarke can be reached at (702) 383-0244 or norm@reviewjournal.com. Find additional sightings and more online at www.normclarke.com.

AFFORDABLE LUXURY IN SOUTH BEACH MIAMI - TV.com

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Hotel Shelly

Located in the heart of fabulous South Beach, Miami, Alan Lieberman's South Beach Group offers affordable luxury in its eight hip hotels and boutique hostel. With each property remaining true to its original Art Deco design, Lieberman's locales are a fixture in Miami recognized extensively for their renovations by The Miami Beach Preservation League. The high-end accommodations and party-friendly staff always keep the customer in mind, with nightly open bars and complimentary nightclub passes. The destinations continually draw crowds and have been frequented by celebrities including Heidi Klum, P. Diddy, Jamie Foxx and Tyson Beckford.

Hotel Shelley

The South Beach Group story started in 1997 with Hotel Shelley, which married comfort and style with affordability. The unpretentious atmosphere with lush lounge chairs, nightly open bar, verdant verandah, and quick walk to the beach made Hotel Shelley quickly popular. Those looking for luxury amenities found what they were looking for too, with ultra-cozy beds in all rooms and in-room Jacuzzi's included in their King Suites. www.hotelshelley.com.

Metropole Hotel

The chic Metropole Hotel is getting the most attention lately, as the host of MTV's hit show Jersey Shore: Miami. The cool condo-style one and two bedroom suites invite guests to feel at home without taking them away from the excitement of the South Beach experience. The tropical courtyard lets guests soak up the sun with privacy, and the Kohler® rain showers in their marble bathrooms allow guests to refresh after a long day at the beach. www.metropolesouthbeach.com.

Whitelaw Hotel & Lounge

The Whitelaw Hotel

Because Lieberman renovates the hotels every three to five years, each hotel maintains a fresh new design, keeping alive the energy that characterizes South Beach. The Whitelaw Hotel & Lounge received the "Best Architectural Rehab" award for its white furniture and pink walls complete with hand-painted artwork. Add to that the inclusive perks of a free daily airport shuttle, beach towels and club passes, and it's no wonder that the Whitelaw Hotel was welcomed into the South Beach Group family. www.whitelawhotel.com.

The Catalina

The Whitelaw's design style was carried over into the Catalina Hotel & Beach Club, as vibrant colored accents flawlessly compliment the white-glazed walls and furniture. Alternatively, The Catalina is unique in that each room fits the mood of a specific traveler. Those with agoraphobia, a low budget, or the urge to feel like a Rock Star will all feel at home here. The Catalina also has rooms for those who don't want to skimp on comfort, need an "El Grande" amount of space, or just need somewhere quiet to work while on a business trip. www.catalinahotel.com.

The Hotel Chelsea

If celebrities are the reason you came to South Beach, The Hotel Chelsea offers people watching at its finest. Guests can immerse themselves in the chaos of Washington Avenue from the famous porch of the Hotel while sipping their favorite cocktail. However, if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle, The Hotel Chelsea's Zen-like atmosphere inside allows you a much needed reprieve. Soft lighting, floating Japanese-style furniture, and bamboo floors contribute to the calm and relaxing vibe. www.thehotelchelsea.com.

The Chesterfield Hotel & Suites

Known as the South Beach Group's wild and trendy haunt, The Chesterfield Hotel fuses with the quaint and charming The Lily-Leon to provide any guest with a decadent getaway that offers complete privacy. The spa, outdoor lounges, and discreet indoor "Love Shack" bar mix the best of both worlds, allowing the traveler to feel wild and discreet at the same time. Inside all the rooms are luxurious details like mahogany furnishings with aluminum accents, hardwood floors, 300 count Mascioni linens and robes , and of course that nightly open bar. So whether you're a celebrity wanting to fly under the radar or just someone who likes to be pampered, The Chesterfield Hotel & Suites will make you feel like a VIP. www.thechesterfieldhotel.com.

The Sunbrite Apartments

Sunbrite Apartments

For those who wish to extend a stay in South Beach, the apartment-style accommodations at the Sunbrite Apartments properties were designed with you in mind. The rooms can be rented monthly, and they give you every reason to extend your stay. Their contemporary design accented in warm cream colors and dark wood is sure to put your mind instantly at ease. The studio or one-bedroom loft-like quarters are each equipped with a fully functional gourmet kitchens and top of the line appliances so guests can leave all of their worries behind. An on site laundry facility, personal grocery delivery, and a personal chef service per request add to the convenience. www.sunbriteapartments.com.

Riviera South Beach

If you are looking for a truly stylish stay at South Beach, the newest addition to the South Beach Group is your answer. The Riviera melds the classic sophistication of the 1940s and contemporary chic for a luxurious escape. The rooms are more than just eye-candy, with amazing amenities to please even the most discerning traveler. Pillow top custom beds made from 100% organic cotton, terry cloth robes, floor to ceiling silk draperies, custom designed wood and ivory tufted leather furniture all promise to pamper. Gourmet kitchens, separate living and dining areas and oversize bathrooms make this boutique hideaway extremely relaxing no matter how hard you party at all the famous nightclubs located nearby. www.rivierahotelsouthbeach.com.

Hollywood Beach Suites, Hostel and Hotel

The best part about The Hollywood is without a doubt the location—it's right on the beach and boardwalk in the heart of Hollywood beach. The Hollywood features over two-hundred beds with the options of same-sex, mixed-sex, and private hotel rooms and provides its guests free amenities and activities such as BBQs, towels, ping pong, surfboards, and bikes. The Hollywood is a great option for groups, especially bachelorette and bachelor parties seeking the ultimate sun-filled vacation with beach barbecues, fishing, surfing, kayaking and beach volleyball just steps away. www.hollywoodbeachhostel.com.

No matter what type of traveler you may be, the South Beach Group has an accommodation to fit your wants and needs! Whether you have the desire to be treated like a celebrity or to fly under the radar, each of Alan Lieberman's landmark hotels will provide you with the quintessential Miami experience that will be something to remember.

For more information about South Beach Group, please visit: www.southbeachgroup.com.

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LiLo wearing out welcome around rehab facility - Chicago Sun-Times

WITH BILL ZWECKER Dec 22, 2010 12:29PM

Sounds like what had been Lindsay Lohan’s best rehab experience — perhaps the one that could have solved her addiction problems and saved her foundering career — is now in jeopardy.

While the actress has passed the 100-day “clean and sober” milestone at the Betty Ford Center and the sober living facility where she had been residing most recently, several incidents in recent days have threatened Lohan’s ongoing recovery.

Lohan reportedly did not drink alcohol at a party at the so-called “safe house” — where several of her roommates got drunk (and were immediately whisked back to lockdown at Betty Ford) — but there have been a couple of bad run-ins between the actress and the famed facility near Palm Springs, Calif.

Lohan herself also has been moved back to the main Betty Ford compound, due to the security concerns she and her family expressed after she received threatening text and voice mail messages.

† Further complicating matters, Lohan has had several very angry confrontations with Betty Ford staff members — including one that became physical. Authorities were called and assault charges have been pending, but Lohan insists it was the staffer who touched her first and she merely “pushed back.”

† According to a good source at Betty Ford, a number of staff members “want nothing to do with Lindsay and will be happy when she’s gone for good,” though it now appears she will remain there at least until early into the new year.

† Lohan’s mom, Dina, is very concerned and has had several meetings with clinic management to discuss the allegations.

BABY BEAT: Congrats to Chicago native Hayes MacArthur, who stars in the upcoming NBC sitcom “Perfect Couples,” and his wife, Ali Larter (“Heroes,” “Resident Evil” films) on the arrival of their baby son in Los Angeles early Monday.

Proud first-time grandpa Bruce MacArthur was beaming Monday night about his new grandson, quipping, “I can’t wait to see him and say, ‘Hey, baby! What’s happenin’?’” Equally thrilled is Hayes’ mom, ­Shelley Farley.

CLUB MOVES: Angels Kings Chicago, the nightclub co-owned by Fall Out Boy rock star Pete Wentz, is relocating from its 710 N. Clark location to a new home on the first floor of the Hard Rock Hotel on Michigan Avenue.

According to a release from the club, Angels Kings will be leaving “the distressed den feel of their current location to unveil a more refined joint, but with the same mentality — no velvet ropes, no judgment — come as you are.”

As you may remember, on Oct. 25, a large group of local VIPs — Chicago Bears players — discovered that “no judgment” policy not in effect when they were denied entrance to the club.

While there were strong indications racial profiling may have been a factor — given most of the Bears were African American — the club later apologized and blamed the embarrassing snub on the free-lance event company that had taken over the club that night.

ROYAL WEDDING: According to the London buzz, Prince William and Kate Middleton are using the phrase “conservative elegance” to describe how they want their April 29 wedding to come off.

Good sources say there will be lots of flowers, as the future Princess Catherine is a “flower fanatic,” but the couple wants things tasteful and lush, “fun and festive and gorgeous, but not over the top,” said a royal insider who’s in the know. The source stressed William and Kate are well aware of the financial straits many Brits face these days.

† There will be candles of all shapes and sizes at the reception (Kate loves them), and look for some kind of “ethnic touch,” to pay homage to the couple’s love of Africa and Kenya in particular — where they became engaged.

† There also will be some major charity component to the festivities — likely under the aegis of the Prince’s Trust of the groom’s father, Prince Charles.

IN THE $$$$: The tony Plaza Hotel in New York may have nixed plans for “Jersey Shore” star Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino to play a major role in the Manhattan landmark’s fancy new gym/health club, but he’s not worried — given his book, TV, fitness DVD and vodka deals will net him an estimated $5 million over the next year.

Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus for reality TV stars.

NOT GOING BACK: It doesn’t look like estranged couple Tish and Billy Ray Cyrus are planning to reconcile. Not only is the home of Miley Cyrus’ parents in Toluca Lake, Calif., on the market for $7 million, Tish Cyrus is said to be actively house-hunting for posh new digs in the Encino area.

Angel Management Group to Unveil Savile Row Inside Luxor Hotel and Casino - Stock Markets Review (press release)

Previewing on New Year’s Eve weekend, Angel Management Group will redefine exclusivity with Savile Row inside Luxor Hotel and Casino, an intimate 2,000-square-foot haven where only members and invited guests will be granted access. Former Las Vegas hotspot Noir Bar closed its doors last month to make way for the new venue to reign in its place. Reminiscent of the infamous street in London, Savile Row will cater to an eclectic group with a “made-to-measure” experience. Specialized VIP services, a creative mixology program, reliable discretion and a seductive atmosphere will be the standard. Those lucky enough to enter will be the envy of all partygoers.

“People are what make the party, and when you have the right kind of personalities together in one room, the outcome is unpredictable,” said Neil Moffitt, CEO of Angel Management Group. “With Savile Row, we have the opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind experience by selectively inviting those with diverse backgrounds — ranging from artists, fashionistas, power players and celebrities — to produce a matchless environment that is exciting and impulsive.”

The space was envisioned by famed New York-based designers Steve Lewis and Marc Dizon, who were also the masterminds behind the impeccable designs of Marquee NY, Butter and The Darby. Savile Row was made to envelop partygoers in a lavish retreat daubed in rich hues of amber and burgundy, accompanied with romantic candlelight creating a captivating aristocratic environment. The private lounge will embody old English charm, resembling a 19th century manor with distinct areas that cater to its visitors, offering a personalized nightlife experience.

Upon arrival, guests will be intrigued by the allure and mystery that lies within as they pass through a quaint garden enclosed with manicured hedges and antique gas lamps. Two distinct entrances, one doorway for members and one for the invited will greet them at the end of the garden. Those privileged enough to receive a membership will enter through the exclusive Parlor, where their identity will be processed in order to be allowed in. The Parlor will also serve as a consulting chamber where they can speak with a personal concierge to assist in creating their desired experience. Once identity has been cleared, members will rejoin the others as they venture down a long, riveting, brick covered alleyway with only the flicker from vintage gas lanterns guiding the way.

With sounds from the DJ booth approaching, a sudden welcome into the Fitting Room will surprise guests as the anticipation to enter the party is finally over. The secluded, yet open room is a coveted spot for those wanting the best of both worlds, a place to retire and host an intimate affair while still being immersed in the sexy party atmosphere. Located on the opposite end rests the gateway to the swanky Drawing Room, which will serve as the main area to see and be seen while sipping on delicious cocktails. Talented mixologists will be on hand to create custom-made libations prepared with only the freshest, most exotic ingredients and finest liquors. The diverse music format spun by resident DJs is designed to match the eclectic mix of people in the room. Ranging from funk and soul to rock and roll, the music program will steer clear of the norm and keep the party going into the early morning.

Savile Row gatekeeper Mike Diamond will call all the shots and let in who he sees fit as the new venue will reserve the right of admission. As the lines start to form, guests are encouraged to come dressed to impress and ready to dish out why they deserve to get past the velvet rope. Australian-born Diamond began his prestigious nightlife career working only at the most exclusive clubs in New York City including Bungalow 8 and Pangaea and owning hotspots such as Snitch and Vela.

At the time of opening, only 300 memberships will be distributed. A Savile Row membership will allow the privileged to call ahead and make an appointment, skip the line, enter through the private Parlor and give guest referrals. Although members can make recommendations on who to grant access, it is not guaranteed that all referred guests will gain entry. To top it off, the elite lounge will offer a private concierge that will transform desires into reality. From late night pizza orders, to arranging hotel suites and even booking or re-booking flights, the private concierge will make members’ wishes come true. Memberships cannot be duplicated or passed on to others. Those interested in obtaining a membership will be able to apply online at www.savilerowlv.com.

In addition to its opulent surroundings, unparalleled services, impressive cocktail menu, renowned DJs and entertainers, Savile Row is one of the only nightlife venues in Las Vegas where guests do not have to step foot inside a casino as a dedicated pull-up valet is available for maximum privacy and ease. The new lounge will become a sanctuary for A-listers to relax, let loose and not worry about getting their photo taken as the paparazzi will be kept out.

The venue will open its doors at 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, while remaining open until 6:30 a.m. specifically for the industry, giving them a place to come party and unwind after a long night of work.

About Angel Management Group
Over the past six years, Angel Management Group has built an unrivalled reputation as a premier lifestyle and hospitality company led by a senior management team combining over 100 years of hospitality experience. AMG specializes in venue operations, food and beverage management, marketing, promotions, festival and arena event production as well as brand licensing, sponsorship development, talent booking and music programming.

The recent acquisition of Pure Management Group expanded AMG’s portfolio to assume operation of PURE Nightclub and Venus Pool Club at Caesars Palace, LAX Nightclub at Luxor Las Vegas, Social House inside Crystals at CityCenter, Coyote Ugly Las Vegas at New York-New York Hotel & Casino, Dick’s Last Resort at Excalibur and Aura Nightclub at Atlantis (Paradise Island, Bahamas). AMG also currently handles marketing, promotions, VIP services and event programming for Wet Republic Ultra Pool, Tabu Ultra Lounge and Studio 54 at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino; Moorea Beach Club at Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino; and ROK Vegas at New York-New York Hotel & Casino. AMG is also the management company for the Hard Rock Beach Club which includes Rehab and handles all marketing and VIP services for Vanity Nightclub, both at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

Founded in 1999 as Angel Music Group before transforming into Angel Management Group in 2005, CEO Neil Moffitt is the brainchild behind such internationally renowned music events as Godskitchen and the GlobalGathering Music Festival, which is currently held in 13 countries around the world. AMG was responsible for producing the inaugural Bacardi B-Live events in Miami, NYC and LA, as well as partnering with Pepsi to create Pepsi Smash events including the likes of Gwen Stefani, Mariah Carey, Kanye West and Jay-Z. AMG has also owned successful venues AIR Nightclub in the United Kingdom and HOME Nightclub for Ameristar Casinos in St. Louis, Missouri.

For More Information
Jackie Oribello
Angel Management Group
Email Contact
702.212.8804

Lawyers say Hard Rock 'Rehab' canceled - UPI.com

Published: Dec. 25, 2010 at 11:35 AM

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 25 (UPI) -- Court documents filed in a Las Vegas trademark case indicate the truTV reality series "Rehab: Party at the Hard Rock Hotel" has been canceled.

Attorneys for the Las Vegas hotel and casino said in documents that the series was not coming back despite being a hit.

"Defendants believe the show was an enormous net benefit to the Hard Rock brand," the documents filed last week said.

The Las Vegas Sun Saturday the cancellation announcement contained in the documents came amid a court battle between the hotel and Hard Rock Cafe International, which controls the worldwide Hard Rock brand.

Hard Rock Cafe International went to court in September claiming that the raucous partying displayed in the series was tarnishing the company's good name. The hotel countered the series had actually improved business.

TJ Lavin & Ty Pinney Benefit and Fundraiser December 3, 2010 - Suite101.com

Last Updated Dec 7, 2010, Published Dec 4, 2010  TJ Lavin & Ty Pinney Benefit
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On Friday night, December 3, 2010 at Vanity Nightclub at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, threw a fundraising benefit party to raise funds and show support for BMX riders Ty Pinney and TJ Lavin. Lavin and Pinney were unable to attend because of their injuries from bike crashes. UFC president Dana White hosted the benefit to raise funds for Lavin and Pinney's long-term medical rehabilitation expenses.

TJ Lavin and Ty Pinney, both Las Vegans , BMX riders and friends, were seriously injured in separate bike accidents in October, leaving both in comas at University Medical Center in Las Vegas. TJ and Ty have made progress, but they still have a long recovery ahead of them along with mounting medical bills. "When bad things happen, people scatter. You know, nobody is really around then. I didn't want to be that guy,” White said.

On October 13th, 2010 BMX rider Ty Pinney was seriously injured in a bike accident on the backyard bike course at TJ Lavin's home in Las Vegas; the crash resulted in a severe head injury. One day later, while riding at the Dew Tour Championships in Las Vegas, TJ Lavin crashed during a preliminary run for what was to be his last contest as a pro BMX rider. His crash left him in almost exactly the same physical condition as his close friend Ty. The two friends were both in medically-induced comas, just a couple rooms apart, at UMC’s Trauma Center in Las Vegas. All weekend, Dew Tour BMX riders wore Stay Strong/STY SRG shirts to show their support for Ty and TJ.

Lavin's mother, Bobbi Lavin, is convinced her son was so upset by Pinney's accident that it affected him the next day during the Dew Tour. Good friend and fellow BMX rider Ryan Nyquist expressed the same viewpoint: " I feel like that was really on his mind when he competed. It can't not affect you." Both Pinney and Lavin crashed while attempting nac nac jump combinations, lost control, and were unable to get their feet back on the pedals to recover and land.

Las Vegas and the action sports community came together with friends and supporters to gather for a benefit at Vanity Nightclub. Money was raised at the event with a $25 entry fee, VIP table reservations and donations, along with items donated for auction; 100% of the money raised will go to the TJ and Ty Recovery Fund.

Travis Barker, of Blink-182 donated a set of drums to be auctioned. Other goodies up for grabs included a day at Rob Dyrdek's skate mecca "Fantasy Factory" and private lessons from Philadelphia Phillies Shane Victorino for the highest bidders. Alli Sports donated an all-access Winter Dew Tour weekend getaway and NBC donated an all-access Lake Tahoe weekend, including a VIP package to the American Century Classic golf event.

TJ Lavin and Ty Pinney UpdateCurrently, Pinney remains in a rehab center in Las Vegas recovering from his injuries, while Lavin has been attending outpatient therapy. Lavin will return to hosting the "Real World/Road Rules Challenge" show on MTV, but was advised to avoid riding BMX bikes and motorcycles for a year. "He's kicking butt. When I talk to him, he's all there: memory and everything. He's the same old TJ," said Lavin's friend and fellow BMX dirt pro/ dirt shaper Tim 'Fuzzy' Hall. Lavin is expected to make a complete recovery.

Lavin has been riding professionally since he was 19 and rose to fame in the early years of the X Games, where he won three X Games titles in the 1990s, earning the name "King of Dirt." Since then, Lavin has been an aggressive competitor on the Dew Tour Circuit and has been a TV host for 10 seasons of MTV's Real World/Road Rules Challenge. The Dew Tour Championships was to be Lavin's last contest as a professional before retiring.

Ty Pinney is an artist, amateur BMX rider, and a graphic designer for Lavin's LavsLab company and along with Lavin, is a RawVegas.tv host . Pinney is also the founder of the popular Las Vegas clothing brand, The Horror Project, which sponsors various innovative events at Las Vegas nightclubs.

Following the December 3 event, an extensive collection of prize packages, memorabilia, and collectibles will be auctioned off on eBay. All proceeds from December 3 through January 3, 2011 will benefit the Foundation.

The Heal Ty Pinney site also has options to get cool stuff like The Horror Project "Broken but not Beaten" shirts and gorgeous photos of Pinney in action by The Big Tom Project.

“Take it slow and go your own pace,” has always been Lavin's advice to young BMX riders, and both Pinney and Lavin will continue to do just that as they recover.

Copyright Leigh Roche. Contact the author to obtain permission for republication.

truTV Scores Another Record-Setting Year, Including First-Ever Top 10 Finish ... - TVbytheNumbers

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truTV Scores Another Record-Setting Year,

Including First-Ever Top 10 Finish Among Men 18-49

truTV is closing out 2010 by setting new records, including a finish among basic cable’s Top 10 networks in primetime delivery of men 18-49.  Thanks to the strength of such original series as Operation Repo, Hardcore Pawn, All Worked Up, Black Gold and The Smoking Gun Presents: World’s Dumbest…, truTV has also scored its biggest year ever in primetime delivery of adults 18-49, men 18-34 and men 18-49, with solid growth across the board.  The network’s growth caps the third year since Court TV was rebranded as truTV.

truTV’s outstanding 2010 performance began early.  Following a record-setting performance in 2009, truTV kicked off 2010 with its biggest quarter ever, a three-month span in which the network set records for its most-watched week, night and telecast.  truTV blazed through its biggest summer, its most watched third quarter and an excellent fourth quarter to make 2010 the network’s best year ever.

“truTV’s Top 10 finish and record-breaking year are the latest milestones in what has become an extraordinary success story,” said Marc Juris, executive vice president and general manager of truTV.  “Over the past five years, non-fiction programming has been the fastest-growing genre in television viewing, and truTV has been an important contributor to that growth.  We have developed and fine-tuned a slate of exciting original series that have turned into enormous hits among our targeted viewers.  We are incredibly proud of what we have achieved in 2010 and look forward to building on that success next year.”

truTV has greenlit several new series to premiere in 2011, including Lizard Lick Towing, a spinoff of the network’s popular All Worked Up.  Also in 2011, truTV will share coverage of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament with TNT, TBS and CBS.

2010 Ratings Highlights:

truTV is on track to score its best year ever in primetime delivery of several key demographics, including adults 18-49 (538,000); men 18-34 (125,000); and men 18-49 (298,000).  In addition, truTV reached a new competitive milestone by becoming a Top 10 basic cable network in delivery of men 18-49, surpassing such high-profile competitors as Syfy, A&E, AMC and MTV.In scoring its best year ever, truTV built on its 2009 deliveries by solid margins, with adults 18-49 up 3% and men 18-49 up 4%.  truTV has grown its male 18-49 audience in primetime a remarkable 12 consecutive years (1999 thru 2010).  The network is now delivering nearly eight times more men 18-49 than when the streak began.truTV’s success is an ongoing phenomenon that began with the January 2008 transition from Court TV to truTV.  Since the fourth quarter of 2007, the last quarter before the rebranding, truTV’s primetime audience is up 36% with adults 18-34, 16% with adults 18-49, 56% with men 18-34 and 37% with men 18-49.  The network’s median age has dropped a remarkable six years, from 52 to 46.Prior to being rebranded, the former Court TV ranked 19th among basic cable networks in primetime delivery of adults 18-49.  This year, truTV ranks 16th.  In total day, truTV’s delivery of adults 18-49 lifted the network from 20th to 13th place.  In addition, truTV is now one of basic cable’s Top 20 networks in primetime delivery of adults 18-34.truTV’s success in 2010 came from its stable of original series.  Led by the network’s top series, Operation Repo, which averaged more than 2 million viewers in 2010, the roster of truTV’s hit shows includes Hardcore Pawn, Southern Fried Stings and All Worked Up, each topping more than 1.5 million viewers.  Conspiracy Theory with Jesse Ventura, Full Throttle Saloon, Rehab: Party at the Hard Rock Hotel, Las Vegas Jailhouse, Black Gold, The Smoking Gun Presents: World’s Dumbest…, Bait Car, It Only Hurts When I Laugh and Top 20 Most Shocking all deliver more than 1 million viewers each.truTV’s original series frequently rank among cable’s Top 5 entertainment programs in their timeslots in delivery of young adult and male demos.

About truTV

truTV is television’s destination for real-life stories told from an exciting and dramatic first-person perspective.  Currently seen in 93 million U.S. households, the network is enjoying its best deliveries ever in key demographics.  truTV features high-stakes, action-packed originals that give viewers access to places and situations they can’t normally experience.  truTV’s primetime fan favorites include the original series Black Gold, Operation Repo, The Smoking Gun Presents: World’s Dumbest… and Forensic Files.  During the daytime, the channel features expert trial coverage under the name In Session.

Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company, creates and programs branded news, entertainment, animation and young adult media environments on television and other platforms for consumers around the world.