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November 5, 2012 HALLMARK CHANNEL PRESS RELEASE – ENTERTAINMENT NEXT WEEK ON ‘MARIE’ (November 12-16) Print This Document Note: To Use This Function, Upgrade Your Browser: Quick Download

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12 [OAD 11/12/2012] – welcomes the hilarious Vicki Lawrence and Tim Conway who dish about their years on “The Carol Burnett Show.” Though known for her comedic talents, Vicki also talks about her accomplishments as a singer. Tim discusses his vocal talents as Barnacle Boy on “Spongebob Squarepants” and his lifelong dream of becoming a jockey. Next, Marie welcomes founder and owner of the Women’s Automotive Connection, Gail Dunn, whose mission is to empower women with the basic knowledge needed to maintain their cars. Gail shares her helpful tips from checking tire pressure to checking engine fluids. Lastly, actor Noel Fisher chats about his role in the upcoming movie “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2.” He dishes on what it’s like behind the scenes and even shares the details of his on-set wardrobe malfunction. Noel also talks about what it was like working with Kevin Costner and Bill Paxton on the award-winning “Hatfield’s and McCoy’s.”

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 – Marie Osmond chats up long-time soap star Christian LeBlanc about perennial fan favorite, “The Young and the Restless.” Christian talks about the book he is writing and shares some of his favorite art pieces he’s drawn over the years. Christian also joins Marie in the kitchen to show her how to make his mom’s award-winning recipe, Louisiana-style. Next, Marie and beauty expert Stacy Cox discuss extreme beauty procedures such as the snake venom facial and the caviar facial. Marie also welcomes Candace Cameron Bure to talk about life after TV classic, “Full House.” Marie and Candace talk about Hallmark Channel’s new Original Movie, “Puppy Love” and the network’s Pet Project, an evergreen initiative to find loving homes for shelter pets and to end pet homelessness. Candace is Hallmark Channel’s spokesperson for Pet Project. Candace and Marie welcome Bug Z, Candace’s canine co-star in the film. Finally, Marie Osmond chats with rising country star, Danielle Peck, who performs her new song.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 [OAD 11/14/2012] – Marie Osmond sits down with actress Marilu Henner to talk about her new Hallmark Channel Original Movie “Hitched for the Holidays,” which co-stars Joey Lawrence. Marilu discusses her unique gift of an autobiographical memory and the novel she wrote to help others improve their memory entitled Total Memory Makeover: Uncover Your Past, Take Charge of Your Future. Marilu and Marie also whip up some chocolate almond toffee crunch using Marilu’s special ingredient, Sucanat organic sweetener. Next, David Hoffman, executive producer of Food Network’s “The Best Thing I Ever Ate,” shows Marie how to add personal touches to Thanksgiving traditions, like jazzing up your regular stuffing with White Castle hamburger sliders. Designer demonstrates how to turn your table into an elegant holiday presentation using inexpensive materials you already have at home. Lastly, Marie chats with her brother Donny Osmond about his favorite Thanksgiving traditions and their current Vegas show. Marie and Donny end the show with a heart- warming performance of a song from their upcoming Christmas tour.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15 [OAD 11/15/2012] – Marie Osmond welcomes Lacey Chabert to chat about her role in the upcoming Hallmark Channel Original Movie, “Matchmaker Santa.” Lacey who is best known for her role as Claudia on the Golden Globe® Award-winning Fox television series “Party of Five,” also discusses the sacrifices her family made in order to support her career. Next, celebrity chef and one

(more) HALLMARK CHANNEL / ‘MARIE’ – Lead Release – Page 2 of the stars of Food Network’s “Private Chefs of Beverly Hills” Sasha Perl-Raver shows Marie how to prepare a 3-course meal in the microwave. In 8 minutes, Chef Perl-Raver demonstrates how to make a peanut kale salad, fish en papillote and a spiced salted caramel chocolate cake in a cup. Actress Nadine Velazquez, best known for her role on “My Name is Earl,” stops by to talk about her new movie “Flight,” starring Denzel Washington. Nadine discusses her experience working with Denzel and shares why “Flight” is so inspirational to her personally. Lastly, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie stops by to share the cutting edge treatments that can help you look younger without having to go under the knife. From antioxidant treatments to the EndyMed laser treatment, Dr. Motykie shares his tips for keeping your body renewed.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 – Marie Osmond sits down with Mary Murphy, the “Queen of Scream” on the popular show “Show You Think You Can Dance,” to talk about her battle with thyroid cancer. Now in remission, Mary shares her plans for her future and her future on “SYTYCD.” Mary also discusses how she started ballroom dancing, where her signature phrase “the hot tamale train” comes from and what dance on “SYTYCD” has had the greatest impact on her. Next, Marie tackles the unexpected household problems with lifestyle expert Kelly Edwards. Using products you may already have in your home, Kelly demonstrates how different products can double as another, like using a lint roller to dust off your lampshades and using baby oil to clean and shine your chrome faucets. Lastly, Marie sits down for a heart-to-heart with Dianne Burnett, ex-wife of “Survivor” producer Mark Burnett, about her very public divorce and how she felt hearing her marriage was over on the “Howard Stern Show.” Dianne also discusses her book The Road to Reality and shares why she waited ten years after her divorce to write it.

“Marie” is a one-hour weekday talk show hosted by international superstar Marie Osmond. The program airs MONDAY-FRIDAY (12 Noon-1 p.m. ET/PT) on Hallmark Channel. An encore presentation of a past episode airs MONDAY-FRIDAY (9a.m.-10a.m. ET/PT).

Jim Romanovich, David Martin and Kari Sagin are executive producers of “Marie.”

“Marie” is broadcast in 1080i, Hallmark Channel’s selected HD Format. This program carries a TV-G parental guideline.

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