Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Well lookey here.  We have quite a few shows with new episodes airing tonight. It’s going to be a big night for Bravo with the Housewives Reunion and the Gossip Girl reality show.  But I’m all about the return of BETTER OFF TED.  A great show that I hope you’ll tune in to.  Let’s give the scripted shows some love during these summer months, ok?

Be sure to drink plenty of coffee (or at least set the DVR) because Jim Parsons from THE BIG BANG THEORY is on with Craig Ferguson tonight.  Sheldon FTW!

Here are just a few shows on tonight.  I’m sure there are others you’ll be watching…share them with the class!

The Superstars | 8pm on NBC | Series Premiere
The competition begins in a sports elimination tournament pairing eight celebrities with pro athletes. In the opener, the teams participate in a bicycle race but are given only one bike, and the pairs take part in a kayak relay race. One team is eliminated.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey Reunion | 9pm on Bravo
“Watch What Happens, Part I”
The ladies sit down for a first-season wrap-up with host Andy Cohen. [GMMR: Being very pregnant, I don’t think Therese is going to be flipping any tables tonight, but I do know that all these ladies will be flipping their mouths off.  I can’t wait!]

America’s Got Talent | 9pm on NBC | Season Premiere
The talent show’s fourth season opens with preliminary auditions taped in theaters across the country. Nick Cannon is the new host, replacing Jerry Springer. David Hasselhoff, Sharon Osbourne and Piers Morgan return as the judges. [GMMR: After the Susan Boyla fiasco, expect the ratings to be off the charts…well off the charts for NBC.]

Mental | 9pm on Fox
“Roles of Engagement”
A movie star is brought into the psych ward after suffering a psychotic breakdown on national television; Veronica and Nora have a girls’ night out.

Better Off Ted | 9:30pm on ABC
“You Are the Boss of Me”
When Ted feels like socializing, he visits Lem and Phil’s medieval fight club in Veridian’s basement, where his presence makes the attendees uncomfortable. Elsewhere, Linda reaches out to Veronica. The King: Benjamin King. [GMMR: If you missed out on this show during the regular season, make an appointment to tune in tonight. It’s smart, hilarious and well worth your time.]

NYC Prep | 10pm on Bravo | Series Premiere
“Top Half of One Percent”
Prep-school seniors Jessie and PC hit New York’s most exclusive spots; Camille is obsessed with getting into Harvard; Kelli falls for the charms of playboy Sebastian. [GMMR: It’s GOSSIP GIRL come to life. I’m scared for the future of this country…and that’s only based on the promos I’ve seen.]

Rescue Me | 10pm on FX
“Disease”
Lou and Tommy vie to be the last single man standing; Garrity looks worse than the guys expected, and they have no idea how far from reality Garrity has drifted.

On the late night couch…

• The Late Show with David Letterman: Sandra Day O’Connor, MSTRKRFT with John Legend
• The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien:  Lisa Kudrow, Billy Mays & Anthony Sullivan, Elvis Costello
• The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson: Jim Parsons, James Frey
• Late Night with Jimmy Fallon: Abigail Breslin, James Purefoy, Blake Griffin, Iggy Pop & the Brighton Port Authority
• Jimmy Kimmel Live:  David Arquette, Jill Wagner, Linkin Park
• Chelsea Lately: Tyrese Gibson, Jo Koy, Guy Branum, Christian Finnegan
• Last Call with Carson Daly: Jason Bentley, Crocodiles
• The Daily Show with Jon Stewart: Larry David
• The Colbert Report:Howard Dean, David Kilcullen

What will YOU be watching?  Leave a comment or send me an update on Twitter.