Sunday, September 14, 2008

News Brief

TOGETHER: Noelle Beck and Martha Byrne
The current and previous "Lily" on AS THE WORLD TURNS walked together today as part of the ATWT team in the 2008 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. At last count, the ATWT team had raised $12,105.

Up to 75 percent of the net revenue made will be used to support local breast health programs and at least 25 percent will fund peer-reviewed national and local clinical research.

More on Nancy Lee Grahn's campaign stop in Billings, Montana
Grahn, who plays Alexis Davis on GENERAL HOSPITAL, spoke in Billings and Red Lodge Saturday. As an advocate for women, Obama is her candidate, Grahn said.

"Obama's voting record and his plans on women's issues and very supportive on domestic violence. I'm a real believer in Joe Biden I always have been. I've met him."

'Tollywood' tales entrance millions
Turkish soap operas have attained unexpected popularity in neighboring countries and the Gulf nations. As they become a social phenomenon in Arab countries, soap operas generate extra income for the Turkish television industry. With 18 series being exported to 22 countries, the overall income this year has reached $3 million.

FNL's Gaius Charles lands film role
Charles, who plays Smash on FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, has landed a role opposite Matt Dillon and rapper T.I. in Screen Gems' Bone Deep. Charles recently wrapped on indie Toe to Toe and The Messenger, alongside Woody Harrelson and Samantha Morton.

Tyra Banks, Kelly Ripa Among Us magazine's 25 Most Stylish New Yorkers
UGLY BETTY's Becki Newton also made the list.

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