"THE GAME" MOVES TO BET & STACEY DASH JOINS THE CAST

After three seasons airing on the CW Network, comedy sitcom ‘The Game’ will be switching playing fields to BET. Well, sort of.
According to ‘Variety,’ the basic cable network recently acquired off-net rights to the comedy series from CBS TV Distribution and will begin re-airing episodes from the show’s first two seasons this month.
The sitcom, which stars Tia Mowry Hardrict, Brittany Daniel, Hosea Chanchez, Coby Bell, Wendy Raquel Robinson, and Pooch Hall is the first series acquired by newly appointed BET executive Vice President of acquisitions, Barbara Daniels.
“This is something I went after the minute I got to BET,” she noted. “Not only does it have really fresh African American stars, but it has a great lineup of guest stars. People like Robin Givens and Vivica Fox — these are people who are regularly on our network.”
In addition to ‘The Game’ finding another home on television, actress Stacey Dash will also join the popular CW series for their forthcoming third season as a recurring cast member.
The ‘Clueless’ star revealed that she will play the role of a sportscaster who hangs “around with all the athletes and talking to them like she’s one of the guys, except that she’s a woman. She has this huge attraction to Jason and I guess they both have an attraction and chemistry.”
BET Networks also has the rights to the third season, which is currently set to air on the CW this fall.

ALL'S FAIR IN LOVE & FOOTBALL

Baby Mama drama, illegal drug use and celebrity weddings make for must-see TV on season three of CW's "The Game," which follows a fictional NFL team and examines the personal lives of its players and their women. As usual, the show's hotheaded star quarterback Malik has something to say. Each week actor Hosea Chanchez breathes life into the athlete who recently married Robin Givens, who plays herself and is electric on-screen with Wendy Raquel Robinson who plays his mom and on-again, off-again manager. Chanchez shares with ESSENCE.com how Givens is far from the calculating roles she plays, what Tia Mowry's wedding taught him about love, and the secret to NFL players' success (hint: it includes you).


ESSENCE.COM: This season of "The Game" has been action packed, and now we have the new twist of your character Malik marrying Robin Givens. After working with her, what new things did you learn about her?


HOSEA CHANCHEZ: I was really intrigued by her. It was great to work and pick her brain and see what type of person she really is. She was nothing like I thought she would be. It was just a whole other layer to her that made her so much more interesting. She is the sweetest person on the planet and soft spoken. Most people think she is an extrovert and she is snappy and boisterous, but she's nothing like that. Hate to be disappointing, but she is acting to play herself, not that public persona that most people believe is the real Robin Givens. It's a fine line and she walked it.

ESSENCE.COM: So are you ready to walk down that aisle in real life after practicing with Robin Givens on the show?

CHANCHEZ: I definitely want to get married, but not anytime soon. I would not want to spend the rest of my life by myself. When you find the woman you want to spend the rest of your life with, you solidify it. I'm the type of guy who wants everyone to know, "it's mine." At the moment, I'm single. Doing this thing by myself gets a little hard, but it's coming. Watching Cory and Tia (Mowry)'s wedding, I really got to see how much this wedding meant to Tia. Tia just loved this guy so much that she wanted everybody close to her to see and experience this fairy tale under God and share in her day.

ESSENCE.COM: Wendy Raquel Robinson plays Tasha, your mom and on-again, off-again manager on the show, and you two have great chemistry even when you're arguing. How did you guys develop the bond we see on-screen?


CHANCHEZ: It came natural from the start. Our relationship began in the parking lot of CBS before I even had the part and we were testing. She reminded me so much of my real mom because my mom had me at a young age. I'm very familiar with having a mother that crosses the line between being my mom and my best friend. It just flowed. Sometimes it's hard to see when you have a mom that grew up with you versus a mom that [raised] you. It's hard to see her when she tries to be a mom because sometimes it just doesn't mix. I've learned, at the end of the day, she is still your mom. Since I've [matured], I've depended on my mom a lot more as a mom rather than as a friend.

ESSENCE.COM: What has been the response from real NFL football players to you about the show and what have you learned about their life?

CHANCHEZ: They love the show! I've not met one real NFL player that said something negative about it. They say, "Someone finally got it-it's so close to home." A lot of them started watching it through their wives, girlfriends or moms. What's relatable for a lot of these guys is that they come from underprivileged families. A lot of them have single moms, as a lot of us do in our communities. It's just the challenge and balance of going from nothing to something. Most of these guys are privileged, but they didn't come from that. The biggest epiphany for me has been these players are absolutely nothing without the women in their lives, whether it's a mother, sister or wife. I've interviewed or read biographies, some of the greatest of all time, and they all accredit their success to their women.

ESSENCE.COM: You seem to be completely different from your character Malik, who once punched a guy in a wheelchair. Do you think you would be friends with him?


CHANCHEZ: (Laughs.) I would. He's come a long way. In some ways, we are complete opposites and that is fun. [Daryl "Chill" Mitchell], who played the guy in the wheelchair, told me not to judge but to live my character [when I expressed] reservations about the scene. That's been with me ever since. Football players have a whole other life happening. I believe everyone should experience it because it's just that funny. What makes this show so interesting is that [the characters] are introduced and delivered through the eyes of the women. It's not just about football, which is why Mara [Brock Akil, the show's executive producer] is so smart. We are some of the lucky ones to be working and we are so grateful people are watching and telling their friends.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT... E3 GOT YOU!

The CW finally premiered the 3rd season of The Game last week, and with the new day and time more and more people keep saying that they missed the 1st episode. Now, the first 2 mins of the show was crucial and everyone that watched it was on the edge of their seats. So for those who missed it, as always E3 got you! Don't Forget Friday's @ 7:30 is Game night!

After Melanie (Tia Mowry) confesses to Derwin (Pooch Hall) that she is still in love with him, Derwin shocks her with the news that Janay (Gabrielle Dennis) may be carrying his child. Oh, snap!Did we mention that Malik (Hosea Chanchez) is freaking out that his mom might find out he married Robin Givens?

GET YOUR "GAME" ON THIS FRIDAY!

The cast of CW's "The Game" came out to celebrate at the season 3 Premiere Party in Hollywood this past weekend. The wait is almost over... Because the season premiere of "The Game" premieres Friday, October 3rd.
Without a doubt actor Hosea Chanchez was in attendance... looking swaggerific!
Terri J. Vaughn and Wendy Raquel Robinson were all smiles on the green carpet.
Creator of "The Game" Mara Brock Akil (L) and her husband Salim Akil. Mara has that pregnancy glow going on.
Pooch Hall
Coby Bell (R)
Malik's love interest from last season, Kendra Johnson, was there. (L)
Actress Shanti Lowry
P.J. Bryne, Terri J. Vaughn and her husband, Karon Riley.
Rick Fox and Executive Producer Kenny Smith
Lee Majors will be reprising his role as the Coach, shown here with his wife (R). Actor Sean Baker (L)

CW'S THE GAME GETS IT RIGHT

Hosea Chanchez, who stars on the CW's sports comedy/drama "The Game," which was recently renewed for a third season, tells the National Ledger that he has been surprised at the amount of professional athletes who watch the show. "We've actually been told by professional athletes -- and a lot of people in that industry who are trying their hardest to get on our show -- that we're one of the few who got in right," claims Chanchez about the content of the show, which follows the fictional lives of several professional football players and their wives. "It's a complete honor to do something and do it correctly." While Chanchez is admittedly not a football fan, he says there is one athlete he would like to see be a guest star on the show. "I would love to see Michael Jordan come on the show." Now, wait a second! "I know he's not a football player," adds Chanchez with a laugh, "but he is the man."

IT'S GAME TIME... AND IT'S GOOD

On tonight's season finale episode of The Game titled Baby Come Back Derwin tracks down Melanie to tell her the truth about how he really feels, which leads to a fight between Derwin and Jerome. Malik proclaims his love to Robin and tells her he's ready for a bigger commitment. Jason meets with the new team owner, Mickey (guest star Brian McGovern), who appears to be more interested in spending time with Kelly than making a new deal with Jason.

NOW SEE THIS: THE GAME

Here's the video for The Game's first new single "Game's Pain" featuring Keyshia Cole. The Game's third album L.A.X. will be in stores on July 8th.

YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS

On the next episode of THE GAME things will definitely get steamy... On the new episode titled "I Got 99 Problems and My Chick IS One" Jerome questions Melanie's commitment to their relationship after she accepts an unexpected gift from Derwin. She decides to take Jerome to Los Angeles for a romantic weekend to prove him wrong, but her plans hit a snag when she finds out the Sabers are partying at the same hotel where she and Jerome are staying.

Derwin and Malik commiserate over losing Melanie and Robin Givens. Tasha shares her concerns with Rick Fox about becoming a manager and they end up having an intimate moment. Jason fires his manager and Kelly urges him to consider signing with Irv.
Tune in Sunday at 9/8 pm on The CW

THE LORD GIVENS AND THE LORD TAKETH AWAY

On tonight's episode of The Game Malik (Hosea Sanchez), fresh off a championship, feels as if his post season escapades have reached a high point when he meets Robin Givens and finds out her free-spirited attitude is juxtaposed with his.
After they begin spending time together, Malik realizes that his approach to relationships may be working against him. Jason (
Coby Bell) suffers from post-championship depression and, with Kelly's (Brittany Daniel) advice, seeks out answers from their therapist.


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IT'S 'GAME' TIME

Now that CW's series "The Game" is back with all new shows it's moved to a new time on Sunday's. You definitely don't want to miss the next episode in which NFL star Chad Johnson and Serena Williams guest stars. Here is a preview of what's to come:Malik (Hosea Chanchez) asks his publicist to set him up on a date with Serena Williams. Things go well between them until Serena mistreats one of Malik’s friends at a party. He considers breaking up with her, but Tasha (Wendy Raquel Robinson) asks Malik to hold off since she is trying to sign Serena as a client.
At Serena’s request, Tasha takes her to a Sunbeams meeting, where Serena is rude to everyone, causing Tasha to decide she no longer wants Serena as a client. However, Malik has decided he wants to continue dating Serena.
Malik schools Derwin
(Pooch Hall) on the kind of girl he should be dating now that he’s a football star.

E3 COVER 2 COVER

Tia Mowry and Pooch Hall co-stars on The CW’s hit sitcom “The Game,” were featured in Emmy magazine. The two actors spoke about how they stay in shape with regular excercise and their favorite fitness spot's in L.A..


HOSEA CHANCHEZ: GQ WITH AN IQ

Hosea Chanchez currently stars as “Malik Wright” on The CW’s hit sitcom “The Game,” which has started airing new episodes. Chanchez’s acting talent, and instinctive sense of humor have made Malik a truly multidimensional character, a star NFL quarterback who is a player on and off the field. Chanchez opened up to Variety.com by answering a few questions on who gives him inspiration to what are his favorite books.

20 QUESTIONS WITH HOSEA CHANCHEZ
Total number of books I own: 300
Book I’m reading: “A New Earth” by Eckhart Tolle
Three books that mean a lot to me: The Bible“The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle
What book would you like to see brought to the bigscreen and what book do you hope never gets adapted? “The Alchemist”/ “The Book of the Dead”
Last film I saw: “The Other Boleyn Girl” directed by Justin Chadwick
Three films that mean a lot to me: “The Color Purple,” directed by Steven Spielberg “Carmen” “The Shawshank Redemption,” directed by Frank Darabon
Who do you think is the best actor in Hollywood at the moment? (male or female) Will Smith
If you could play any real-life person in a movie, who would it be and why? My Dad’s life
Song currently playing in my iPod: “Diamond Girl,” Ryan Leslie
Three songs that mean a lot to me: “When Your Life Was Low,” Joe Sample and Laylah Hathaway “Someday,” Donny Hathaway “What’s Goin’ On’” Marvin Gaye
Ever feel that certain song lyrics were written with you in mind?: Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Goin’ on”
Concert that changed your life: Michael Jackson’s Victory tour, which covered the “Thriller” album
Guilty pleasures: * TV: “Nip/Tuck” * Film: “Lara Croft: Tomb Raider” * Reading material: Playboy * Web sites: imdb * YouTube video: singing baby
Best hangover remedy? Spicy Bloody Mary
What’s more dangerous: a mountain lion or a bitter ex? A bitter ex. At least you know the mountain lion wants to kill you...maybe
Would you rather see a Lakers game next to Jack Nicholson or a Knicks game next to Spike Lee? Jack Nicholson. Spike Lee seems too serious.
What helps you get out of bed in the morning?: ”The Today Show”
Who do you look to for inspiration? First God, but I try to look to everything in front of me.
Who was your celebrity crush growing up? Janet Jackson, Stacey Dash, Alyssa Milano, and Lisa Turtle (Lark Voorhies) from “Saved by the Bell.”
What's the biggest upside of the Internet and what is its biggest downside? You can bargain shop from your bedroom and not feel guilty about haggling people for lower prices. Downside is when you haggle people for lower prices, you can’t guilt trip them into giving you lower prices.

THE GAME IS BACK AND BRAND NEW

When Jason (Coby Bell) confesses that he's not ready to give up steroids, Kelly (Brittany Daniel) realizes she has no other choice but to take Brittany (Erica Gluck) and leave Jason. A gorgeous girl (guest-star Megalyn Echikunwoke) catches Derwin's (Pooch Hall) eye, but when he tries to give her game she schools him on being real.

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TIA TALKS...

Actress Tia Mowry has a lot on her plate in 2008. She’s in numerous projects and is getting married in April. The writer’s strike has had an affect on shows across the board and the CW Network’s The Game is no different. This coming Monday February 4th will be the last new episode of The Game until the writer’s strike is resolved. After that, there is no information on the future of the show, but Tia is staying positive and hoping the second season won’t be its last.

The Last New Episode of The Game
“The Game is moving to Sundays starting February 10th. I want the fans to know that February 4th is the last new episode of The Game as it stands for right now. It’s a great episode. Melanie starts dating this new guy who has nothing to do with football, but what ends up happening is Melanie is actually taken to a Sabers football game and she really doesn’t want this new guy to know about her past and Derwin.”

Growing Up in an Interracial Family
“It hurts me that race always has to be an issue. Why do we always have to play the race card? It’s your character that defines who you are. Not the color of your skin... I am mixed and my mom is African American and my dad is Caucasian. You grow up with a lot of prejudices. I have to say that sometimes you get it from both worlds. When I was in high school I technically would hang out with the mixed kids sometimes because we weren’t considered black enough to hang with the quote on quote black kids. We weren’t white enough to hang out with the white kids. That’s why it is really important to define who you are as a person, not based on your race, your hair color, and that kind of stuff. It is difficult because you really don’t know where you’re placed in this world.”

Tia Mowry on Presidential Candidates Hilary Clinton and Barack Obama
“I have had a chance to sit back and listen to Hilary Clinton and I really like what she had to say, but then also I’ve heard a lot of Obama’s views. To be honest with you, I am pretty much torn because I can say I have a lot in common with both candidates. I am a woman and I would love to see a woman be president. That would just be awesome. But also I would love Obama to be president of the United States. Here is a black man being a leader of our country. I really don’t play the race card, but it is what these people have to offer. It’s your character, your integrity, and what you stand for. That’s the most important thing I look at in a candidate.”
You can catch Tia Mowry in a new episode of The Game Monday night February 4th at 9:30 PM EST. Episodes of The Game will be moving to Sunday nights starting February 10th.

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Tia Mowry Gets Nominated

Tia Mowry of CW's The Game has been recognized by NAACP. She has been nominated at the 39th Annual NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Actress In A Comedy Series. Others in that category are America Ferrera - Ugly Betty, Golden Brooks -Girlfriends, Tichina Arnold - Everybody Hates Chris, and Tracee Ellis Ross - Girlfriends. The awards show is scheduled to air on February 14th. As for The Game, the show will now be moving to a new day for The CW's midseason. Starting February 10th you can catch episodes of The Game on Sundays at 9:3o/8:30cst.

E3 First Look: CW's THE GAME


This week on THE GAME, as Christmas approaches everyone is trying to stay in the spirit, but the past is coming back to haunt them. Just as Melanie makes plans to celebrate the holidays with Dionne, Derwin hires Dionne back as his publicist and invites her on a trip to St. Barts, massages, sun, and cocktails included. Will Dionne take Derwin’s offer, and leave Melanie in the dust? With Tasha representing Derwin, Malik questions his decision to dump his mom as his manager. Will the holidays bring them closer together, or hash up hurt egos? And will Kelly finally spend enough money to send Jason over the edge?Tune-in to find out! Monday (Tonight) at 9:30/8:30c on The CW.

The Game Returns

This season, 'The Game' returns with a follow up to the enticing season finale.

Derwin (Pooch Hall) tries to repair his relationship with Melanie (Tia Mowry) after his infidelity with Drew Sidora. But when Melanie shows up with Trey Wiggs (guest star Chaz Lamar Shepherd) to collect her stuff and move out for good, Derwin gets upset. Meanwhile, Malik's (Hosea Chanchez) on-air kiss with Renee starts a frenzy of plus-sized women throwing themselves at him.



Watch as Pooch Hall talks about 'The Game'


Mo'Nique makes a hilarious cameo on the season premiere of The Game, Monday, October 1st at 9:30/8:30c!

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