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May 22, 2013 HALLMARK CHANNEL PRESS RELEASE – ENTERTAINMENT ‘MARIE’ May 27 – 30

MONDAY, May 27 [OAD 5/27/13] – On today’s show, Marie Osmond invites three of her smart, funny and opinionated girlfriends to kick-off the first ever “Chick Chat,” to talk about some of the issues that touch our lives…as women, workers, wives and mothers. Joining Marie is Annabelle Gurwitch, actress, activist and author of You Say Tomato, I Say Shut Up who kicks up dust wherever she goes. Also joining the conversation is Marie’s friend interior designer and lifestyle expert, Andrea Schroder. Wife of actor Ricky Schroder, Andrea is raising their four children with Ricky while also being involved in all aspects of the movie business. And, rounding out the expert panel of women is one of the strongest voices about relationships that has come along in a long time, Dr. Wendy Walsh, clinical psychologist with a best-selling book The 30-Day Love Detox. Next, from the HBO hit show, “The Sopranos” Marie welcomes Steve Schirripa who shares his parenting skills based on his hilarious and heartwarming new book Big Daddy’s Rules: Raising Daughters Is Tougher Than I Look. Finally from “Dancing With the Stars'’ Lacey Schwimmer learns to cook a healthy, gluten free version of Chicken Saltimbocca with Buca di Beppo Chef Emily Bishop.

TUESDAY, May 28 [OAD 5/28/13] – It’s “Talent-Discovery Tuesday” as Marie welcomes back Kuk Harrell, four-time Grammy® winning producer to continue his worldwide internet talent search for the next singing superstar. Kuk who has helped talented singers refine their skills and reach their dreams, will introduce the last three contestants in his Top 10, then choose five fortunate finalists to move on in their quest to become the next breakout singing star on “Who’s Next?” From MTV’s hit teen comedy, “Awkward.”, the quirky and funny actress Jillian Rose Reed stops by Marie and chats about life on the set of her hit show, how acting is a family affair and about her fan-girl moment with mega-superstar Taylor Swift. Lastly, Buca di Beppo Chef Emily Bishop teaches Marie's daughter, Rachael, how to cook her mom's favorite Italian dish, Chicken Limone.

WEDNESDAY, May 29 [OAD 5/29/13] – From the proposal and the parties, to wedding dresses and the perfect honeymoon, love is in the air with all things weddings on this very special show! To kick things off, Marie has a surprise proposal for one of her very lucky employees. Next, stationer to the stars, Marc Friedman is the man behind the Oscar invites and has designed invitations for Hollywood Royalty including Oprah Winfrey and Tom Hanks. Marc shows off the latest trends in wedding invitations and helps Marie’s daughter Rachael create the perfect invitation for her upcoming wedding. Style expert, Lawrence Zarian reveals the top five trends in wedding dresses to help you feel like you’re walking down the catwalk when you’re walking down the aisle. No wedding would be complete without an unforgettable honeymoon getaway. Julie Albaugh, the editor of Wedding Market, shares honeymoon locations for those looking for something a little different. New York Times best-selling author, speaker and lifestyle expert, Cheryl Najafi shows you how to throw the perfect bridal shower with some easy inexpensive ideas!

THURSDAY, May 30 [OAD 5/30/13] – Marie’s very special wedding celebration continues with “’s” first couple, Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young who stop by to talk about working together on their new show “Planet 360,” the moment they knew they were in love and all the planning for their perfect day. Emmy® award-winning stylist and author of Color Your Style, David Zyla has great suggestions to help a bride pick out a dress for her best girlfriends that flatters every figure and tips on color-choices that will keep everyone happy. Next, floral designer Michael Gaffney shows you how to turn ordinary flowers into extraordinary bouquets on a shoestring budget. The two day wedding celebration concludes with a very special couple, Elissa and Dan Goodkin who tied the knot ten years ago and now they want to honor their commitment by renewing their vows. Surrounded by family and friends, Elissa and Dan say “I do” again!

“Marie” is a one-hour weekday talk show hosted by international superstar Marie Osmond. The program airs MONDAY-THURSDAY (12p.m.– 1p.m.) on Hallmark Channel.

David McKenzie, Jim Romanovich, David Martin and Matt Lutz are executive producers of “Marie.”

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