As MADtv fans, we all know that Summers without MAD can get pretty dull, well what if there was a show that could take some of MADtv's greatest female cast members, and have them show there comedy skills? Well, the waiting is over, as that performance will be coming to the Jon Lovitz Comedy Club in a comedy performance that is being called Ladies of Mad Tv.

The program will be hosted by none other than MADtv original Debra Wilson Skelton, who with her Whitney Houston, and Oprah Winfrey impressions, among others, will no doubt be keep the audience laughing throughout the night. Following her, as the feature act will be short lived cast member Jill-Michele Melean. As comedians go, Jill-Michele is one of the best on the Hollywood comedic scene, and will surely keep the laughs going. To close out the show will be the headliner. This headliner graced the stage of MADtv for 6 seasons, and introduced us to such great characters like Lorraine Swanson, Trina Moss, and Doreen Larkin. If you haven't figured out who this is by now (which if you haven't, shame on you. Have you paid attention to MADtv like at all?), it is the beauty from Minni Mo Collins, who will regal us about many things, like the current status of her underwear drawer.

One show already took place on the 15th, but don't worry MADtv fans, more shows will be coming in July, from the 16th to the 18th at 8:00PM with an added show on the 17th at 10:00PM.

So be sure to catch this momentous showing of 3 great MADtv ladies at the Jon Lovitz Comedy Club in Universal City, California. Just don't go there after surgery, as the comedy coming out of these 3 ladies will no doubt leave the stitches busted.

The number to buy tickets can be found on Mo Collin's official Myspace page under Upcoming Gigs, under the link "The Jon Lovitz Comedy Club- Ladies of Mad Tv".

Well as we enter the what seems like endless summer months of such great programs like I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here, and Wipeout (sigh) we all must be thinking the same thing "yeah, those shows are great*, but what about the MAD content!" Well, just because MADtv cast members are far too famous to be appearing on such degrading shows like Celebrity, does not mean that they won't be heatin up the screens of your television and lappady toppity boxes, as 3 MADtv cast members are stepping out of the fire of actually competing in the shows, and getting into the comfy pan of hosting the television shows. So get ready to cosy up and watch some of your favourite cast member’s heat up the dial, in a way that will make getting through the dark summer of MADless action much more bearable.

The first cast member who has already been popping up on the Game Show Network is our very own Whitney Houston and Oprah Winfrey impersonator Debra Wilson, who has been appearing on the networks live game show GSN Live and is even pictured on the shows main website. Though the show does not have a secure host, it does rotate between 3 other people, besides Debra. The shows plot is just as it sounds. It is a live game show on the Game Show Network in which if people want to play, all they have to do is "Enter your phone number in the boxes shown. Each hour, from noon to 6pm ET on weekdays, the hosts will select a random entry and call an on-air contestant - it could be you! Answer the hosts' questions correctly and you could WIN!" They also have an online version, in which contestants can play any of GSN.com's web games, and have a chance on winning $10,000, or Oodles, a currency of GSN that can be returned for Game Show Network merchandise. By the looks of this, Debra can add game show host to her already impressive resume, and if permitting, full time game show host.

Debra, however will not be alone on the Game Show Network, as another cast member has come to the network to pimp out Oodles and such, as Keegan-Michael Key, who continues to solidify himself as Mr. Saturday Night, has also come to the network to be the host of their new game show Big Saturday Night. The premise of this show is very similar to GSN Live. People wishing to play send in their phone number, which is randomly drawn every Saturday Night, live (Starting on June 13th). If a person is picked, they must answer a question about one of GSN's various programs like Q20, and The Money List. If they answer correctly, they have a chance at winning prizes, and Oodles. If these rules are at all confusing, then maybe they might be easier to understand coming from the President of the United States (follow the link and look to the right hand side for the video). As Keegan embarks on his new endeavour of game show hosting, let's hope he doesn't leave out some of his hilarious impressions and characters he was so good at on MADtv, because wouldn't we all love to hear someone like Snoop Dogg, or Jovan Muskatelle tell us that we just won Oodles?

Now, don't get this article wrong. MADtv cast members aren't all trying to push fictional, semi-useless money on bit cable networks, because at least one former MADtv cast member has a hosting duty on a major network, and on a show that will bring the heat of flaming car wrecks through your television screen. That cast member is none other than former MADtv original Orlando Jones who will be taking the hosting duties on ABC's new show Crash Course. The show involves 5 couples of 2 competing to pull off stunts like driving on 2 wheels, and navigating through obstacle courses. The show will begin in August, and air after ABC's other obstacle course show Wipeout.

With these familiar MAD faces, they should make getting through these hard, horrible (if your an albino like me, the previous 2 are a factor), and hot summers much more easier.

A reliable source has just revealed a skeletal line up for MADtv's impending 300th episode guest cast. As the title suggests, some of you may be shocked at the purported line up, some may be delighted and many will be disappointed. Either way you look at it, it is not what many of us were expecting, to say the least. So far, a longstanding source of mine, affiliated with the FOX network, has provided four names to whet the appetites of eager fans waiting for any bit of information pertaining to the (hopefully) spectacular 300th episode.

As we've known for a few days now, Will Sasso was announced, and confirmed, as returning. In addition to Will, I have learnt that his partner in crime, Alex Borstein will also be putting in an appearance on the November 17th show.

Speaking of partners in crime, would any milestone celebration be complete without Michael McDonald's original counterpart, Mo Collins? It appears not, as she appears to be returning for episode 300 as well.

And as the title suggests, there is a shocking return, the news of which should delight a number of forum regulars. Though this person was not expected to return to the show in any capacity, she appears to have had a change of heart. That's right, the original and best Oprah impressionist will be gracing that MADtv stage once more. At this stage, Debra Wilson is the fourth guest star in the alumni line up.

So there you have it. Whether these four castmembers are the only alumni returning in any capacity remains to be seen. For now, the information available to us suggests that they are, and it brings into question why the likes of such big names in MADtv history are not on the roster. The most notable omissions in my mind, Nicole Sullivan and Stephnie Weir, may be appearing on the show at some point further in the season, or their attendance may be announced in the coming days. Either way you cut it, this is where we stand for now. Additions and retractions are possible, as we await more information from more sources.

Let the discussion begin!

Debra Wilson and Jill-Michele Melean, among others, will be performing in "Laugh at L.A.," a unique comedy show that will combine pre-taped comedy sketches with live performances by some of the hottest new comics. According to this article, former child star Todd Bridges ("Different Strokes") will serve as the celebrity host of the event. (One will probably elect to use the word celebrity very loosely in this context.) Debra is also listed as one of the show's producers--yes, as Debra Wilson Skelton, thank you very much. Here is a brief summary from the official "Laugh at L.A." site:

"LAUGH AT LA is the platform for rising and established comics on the West Coast. Hosted at the elite TATOU Night Club, in downtown Los Angeles, Laugh at LA promises to provide a multi-faceted evening of entertainment. Combining pre-taped comedy sketches with the hottest new comics are just a few of the highlights adding to the night of laughs.

Our celebrity host opens with a brief set before introducing the line up of the evening's comics. The final comedian will be a headliner well-known comic from stage and screen.

This fantastic night of hilarity will be capped off with a live musical performance by a chart-topping artist. Audiences will leave Laugh at LA only to return the following week in search of more exciting comedy and music."

The first "Laugh at L.A." show kicks off Tuesday, October 9th. Tatou's doors will open at 10:00pm EST (7:00pm PST), and the show itself will begin at 12:00am EST (9:00pm PST). There is a $20 cover charge, no doubt a mere formality for devoted Debra and Jill fans. Check here for information on upcoming shows. If you live in or are visiting the Los Angeles, CA, area, then can you possibly pass up this fun-filled evening? What you talkin' 'bout, Willis? Go support these fine "MADtv" alumni, and please write up a report for us if you get the chance to attend!

That's right, Debra Wilson and Bryan Callen are frequent celebrity panelists on the syndicated courtroom show Jury Duty. The new show, which debuted today, September 17, is hosted by Judge Bruce Cutler, who served as lead defense attorney for Phil Spector. The show features celebrity panelists helping Judge Cutler in deliberating the cases. Some of the guests joining Debra and Bryan include Ed Begley, Jr., Phillis Diller, Jimmie Walker, and Todd Bridges.

Check your local listings for times and stations.

I spoke to Debra Wilson recently and she updated me on a number of projects that she has been working on.

Her film If I Had Known I Was A Genius premiered at the Sundance Festival this year. It is about a boy who struggles to fit in after his school determines that he possesses a genius IQ. In the movie, Debra Wilson plays Whoopi Goldberg's daughter. Whoopi was one of her biggest influences growing up, so it was really exciting for Debra to be able to work with her. If I Had Known I Was A Genius also stars Sharon Stone, Markus Redmond, Keith David and Tara Reid. It is very possible that it will be released to DVD sometime this year. Her film Lord Help Us, an indie romantic comedy about two young best friends who help a preacher earn back the respect of his church after a rumor spreads that he is eloping with a woman who is 45 years younger than him, will be released on DVD for sale and to rent on May 8th. It also stars American Idol's Nadia Turner, Joe Clair, Bill Toliver and Margaret Avery.

Debra will also be starring in a movie based on the hit MTV series My Super Sweet 16. In the film she plays the party planner. It is expected to air on MTV and hit stores sometime this July and also features teen pop stars Aly and AJ. In addition, she is on the cover of Urban Ink Magazine, on newsstands now.

In even bigger news, she is set to star in Avatar, the new James Cameron sci-fi thriller. It will be filming in the coming months and is set for release in theaters in 2009. It also stars Sigourney Weaver. Here is a description of the film from IMDB.com:

In the future, Jake, a paraplegic war veteran, is brought to another planet, Pandora, which is inhabited by the Na'vi, a humanoid race with their own language and culture. Those from Earth find themselves at odds with each other and the local culture.

It sounds like Debra Wilson is keeping herself busy. Can't wait to see what is coming up in the near future.

Debra Wilson not only attended this year's Academy Awards - she co-hosted TV Guide's Red Carpet Coverage. Joan and Melissa Rivers took over for the main show, but Debra and some of her TV Guide Channel co-stars owned the red carpet for the first two hours. Missed it? Don't worry. It re-airs today, Monday March 6th, at 12pm and 4pm EST on the TV Guide Channel. What an incredible experience for Debra!

You can also check out a very special Oscar edition of her show, TV Watercooler, at 9pm. I'm sure that Debra has a lot to say about her experience at the Oscars. Don't miss it!

Earlier this evening I was able to talk to Debra Wilson and she updated me on a number of projects that she is working on.

Debra has a lot of movies on the way. As many of you know, she will be appearing in Scary Movie 4, Danny Roane: First Time Director and Over The Hedge, which are all set to open this spring. Her role in Over The Hedge is not as one of the animals which are all over the advertisements, but rather as a human. As previously mentioned, she will also be flying to India soon to work on a film. She does not know if this movie will be released on this side of the world, but it is starring the biggest names in cinema over there and is supposed to be huge in Asia. One of the big directors in India saw some of her work from MADtv and thought that she would be perfect for the role. Hopefully we will get to see it at some point, because it sounds like she has a great role in it. Debra will also be playing the daughter of comedic legend Whoopi Goldberg in an upcoming film, which is a huge honor for her.

In addition to her new TV Guide Channel series, TV Watercooler, she is working on a pilot series for the fall of 2006. She has also been busy filming 12 new E! specials. Because of her regular gig with TV Guide, she can no longer show her face on screen, but she rather she will serve as a narrator as she did in the 101 Sexiest Bodies countdown. Debra is also featured in a number of brand new Sierra Mist commercials that will air in the coming months and will make history as the first black woman to appear on the cover of International Tattoo Art Magazine this Spring.

Congratulations on all of the new projects, Debra!