liz.raftery

A native of Clearwater, Florida and alum of Boston's Emerson College, Liz has been working at TV Guide since 2012. Prior to that, she was a freelance writer for outlets including People and The Boston Globe.

Are Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson Back Together?

They play star-crossed lovers in the Twilight saga, and apparently in real life, not even a cheating scandal can keep Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson apart. The estranged couple recently reunited in Los Angeles, according to People, after breaking up amid Stewart's admission that she had an affair with Rupert Sanders, her Snow White and the Huntsman director.

Wed, Sep 19, 2012

Are Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson Back Together?

Melissa Joan Hart Welcomes a Baby Boy

Melissa Joan Hart gave birth to a baby boy Tuesday night, her third son with husband Mark Wilkerson.

Wed, Sep 19, 2012

It's a Malcolm in the Middle Reunion!

Reunited and it feels so good! The cast of Malcolm in the Middle held a reunion recently, the first time they had all been together since the Fox comedy went off the air six years ago, according to star Frankie Muniz, who tweeted photos of the event.

Wed, Sep 19, 2012

Who Does a Better Mitt Romney: Jimmy Fallon or Jason Sudeikis?

Jimmy Fallon may have left Saturday Night Live, but that's not stopping him from impersonating political figures. The comedian rolled out his best Mitt Romney impersonation on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon Tuesday, poking fun at the Republican presidential candidate's recent gaffe dismissing 47 percent of Americans as government dependents who "believe that they are victims."

Wed, Sep 19, 2012

Who Does a Better Mitt Romney: Jimmy Fallon or Jason Sudeikis?

Actor Stephen Dunham Dies at 48

Stephen Dunham, who starred in several television shows including NBC's DAG, died last week after suffering a heart attack, Variety reports.

Wed, Sep 19, 2012

Parker Posey: How to Give an Emmy Speech 101

Parker Posey may have yet to win an Emmy award — but if she does, she's got the acceptance speech covered. In a hilarious new video titled "Emmy Speech Master Class," Posey spoofs the worst clichés of award show speeches -- everything from the tears to the name-dropping.

Wed, Sep 19, 2012

Parker Posey: How to Give an Emmy Speech 101

Lindsay Lohan Arrested for Leaving the Scene of an Accident

If you can't beat 'em, join 'em? Just days after tweeting that Amanda Bynes should have been jailed for her numerous traffic violations of late, Lindsay Lohan was arrested in New York City for fleeing the scene of an accident after she grazed a pedestrian.

Wed, Sep 19, 2012

Lindsay Lohan Arrested for Leaving the Scene of an Accident

This Week's TVGuide.com Mobile Guest Curator: Mike Proulx

This week on TVGuide.com's mobile app, guest curator Mike Proulx offers his picks for the best shows television has to offer. Proulx is a senior vice president and director of digital strategy at advertising agency Hill Holiday, where he focuses on cross-channel integration and social media. He is the co-author of Social TV, about engaging television audiences through the Internet, mobile apps and social media. Proulx also conceived, produced and co-hosted the TVnext summit in the winter of 2011, which brought together TV industry luminaries, and hosts the social TV web series The Pulse on Lost Remote.

Tue, Sep 18, 2012

This Week's TVGuide.com Mobile Guest Curator: Mike Proulx

General Hospital's John Ingle Dies at 84

John Ingle, who played Edward Quartermaine on General Hospital for nearly two decades, died Sunday, according to a post on Facebook. He was 84.

Mon, Sep 17, 2012

General Hospital's John Ingle Dies at 84

TVGuide.com Asks: What's Your Favorite Edward Quartermaine Moment?

Legendary actor John Ingle, who played patriarch Edward Quartermaine on General Hospital for nearly 20 years, died Sunday at the age of 84. In memory of Ingle, what's your favorite Edward Quartermaine story line? Share your picks in the comments below.

Mon, Sep 17, 2012

TVGuide.com Asks: What's Your Favorite Edward Quartermaine Moment?

Nikki Blonsky Heads to Smash

Smash has tapped another musical veteran for its upcoming season. Nikki Blonsky, who starred in the 2007 film version of Hairspray, has landed a recurring role in NBC's Broadway drama, according to The Hollywood Reporter.  Though there's no word on who she'll be playing, Smash star Wes Brown broke the casting news by tweeting a picture of the actress on set.

Mon, Sep 17, 2012

Showtime Sets Premiere Dates for Shameless, House of Lies and Californication

Showtime series Shameless, Californication and House of Lies will return to the airwaves on Sunday, Jan. 13, the cable network announced Monday.

Mon, Sep 17, 2012

Showtime Sets Premiere Dates for Shameless, House of Lies and Californication

What Does Mitt Romney Wear to Bed?

Mitt Romney has faced some tough questions on the campaign trail, and he was presented with another difficult one during a recently-taped interview for Live! With Kelly and Michael: Snooki or Honey Boo Boo? "Do you know who either of these are?" Kelly Ripa asked the Republican presidential nominee after her co-host Michael Strahan presented him with the choice. (Romney had said earlier in the interview that he didn't "keep up" with the Kardashians.)

Mon, Sep 17, 2012

CBS Orders Comedy Pilot from Jim Gaffigan

Comedian Jim Gaffigan is developing a new pilot for CBS based loosely on his life, Deadline reports.

Mon, Sep 17, 2012

CBS Orders Comedy Pilot from Jim Gaffigan

Jenna Dewan Cast in Lifetime Series

Jenna Dewan will be sticking to the supernatural after her upcoming stint in American Horror Story: Asylum: The actress has landed a lead role on Lifetime's new pilot Witches of East End, TVLine reports. Dewan, the wife of Channing Tatum, will play Freya Beauchamp, a "sexy and fearless former wild child" who's the daughter of Julia Ormond's witch Joanna.

Mon, Sep 17, 2012

Bent's Margo Harshman Joins The Big Bang Theory

There's a new girl in town on The Big Bang Theory — and that might mean trouble for Leonard and Penny. Margo Harshman, who previously starred on NBC's Bent, is joining the CBS comedy as Sheldon's (Jim Parsons) new assistant, Alex, TVLine reports.

Mon, Sep 17, 2012

Bent's Margo Harshman Joins The Big Bang Theory

Lindsay Lohan Tweets About Amanda Bynes' Car Troubles

Lindsay Lohan seems to be miffed that Amanda Bynes has thus far only gotten a slap on the wrist after being involved in several car accidents and facing two hit-and-run charges. Lohan, who has been in and out of jail in recent years with charges including DUI, misdemeanor theft and probation violations voiced her displeasure on Twitter.  "Why did I get put in jail and a nickelodeon star has had NO punishment(s) so far?" Lohan tweeted late Sunday night.

Mon, Sep 17, 2012

Lindsay Lohan Tweets About Amanda Bynes' Car Troubles

Mafia Medicine: Jordana Spiro, Josh Berman Weigh In on The Mob Doctor

"What would have happened if Meadow Soprano had gone on to medical school and become a doctor?" That's the question writer-producer Josh Berman said he found himself wondering when Jamie-Lynn Sigler (who played Tony Soprano's brainy daughter on The Sopranos) guest-starred on his show Drop Dead Diva. Fall Preview: Get scoop on all of this season's new shows Thus was planted the seed for The Mob Doctor, Berman's new series that stars Jordana Spiro as Dr. Grace Devlin, a surgeon who tries to balance her professional career with a...

Sun, Sep 16, 2012

Mafia Medicine: Jordana Spiro, Josh Berman Weigh In on The Mob Doctor

Jesse L. Martin Books Recurring Role on Smash

Law & Order alum Jesse L. Martin is heading to NBC's musical series Smash, Deadline reports.

Fri, Sep 14, 2012

Jesse L. Martin Books Recurring Role on Smash

Who's Joining Arrested Development?

Two more new faces are joining the Bluths for the upcoming Netflix season of Arrested Development. Isla Fisher and Terry Crews will guest-star on the fourth season of the dysfunctional family comedy, Zap2it.com reports. There's no word on who they will be playing, but they've already started shooting their scenes, according to the site.

Fri, Sep 14, 2012

Carrie Preston Is Returning to The Good Wife

Carrie Preston is heading back to Lockhart Gardner. The True Blood actress will appear in multiple episodes of the upcoming season of The Good Wife as scatterbrained attorney Elsbeth Tascioni.

Fri, Sep 14, 2012

Carrie Preston Is Returning to The Good Wife

Who Won America's Got Talent?

Season 7 of America's Got Talent came to an end Thursday night, crowning a winner and bidding farewell to judge Sharon Osbourne. While Osbourne's departure didn't come as a surprise, the victory announcement might have. Olate Dogs, a troupe of acrobatic pups, beat out their human finalist counterparts to take the title. After taking the $1 million prize, they'll be heading to Vegas to headline their own show.

Fri, Sep 14, 2012