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May 15, 2013 HALLMARK CHANNEL PRESS RELEASE – ENTERTAINMENT ‘MARIE’ May 20–23

MONDAY, May 20 [OAD 5/20/13] – From the celebrated TV sitcom “Different Strokes,” child star Todd Bridges joins Marie and opens up about how he lost his fortune, went to jail and struggled with addiction after the hit show was cancelled. Todd also shares how he coped with the grief of losing co-stars Conrad Bain, Dana Plato and Gary Coleman and when and how he decided to turn his life around. A survivor, Todd is now on a mission to change other kid’s lives with the Todd Bridges Youth Foundation. Next, celebrity chef and author of My Beverly Hills Kitchen Alex Hitz joins Marie in the kitchen and reveals his secret recipe to whipping up the perfect coconut cake. Lastly, founder and president of The Andréa Rizzo Foundation and author of Dréa’s Dream Susan Rizzo Vincent tells her story of how her daughter survived one of the deadliest childhood cancers, but was tragically killed at age 24 by a drunk driver. Susan details how she was able to cope with her daughter’s death and how she created The Andréa Rizzo Foundation, an incredible organization that raises funds for children with cancer and teaches dance therapy to children with cancer and special needs.

TUESDAY, May 21 [OAD 5/21/13] – Marie welcomes back four-time Grammy® winning producer Kuk Harrell who continues his search for the next singing star and gives Marie an inside view of what special qualities make a singer into a star. Kuk and Marie discover more talent together and narrow down their contestants to add to the top 10 in the worldwide internet singing competition “Who’s Next?” From the hit series “The Client List,” actress Alicia Lagano stops by Marie and discusses why she loves portraying troublemaking schemer Selena Ramos. Alicia also opens up about her personal life including how her parents helped her become an actress and her upcoming June wedding. Finally, Marie welcomes the group Savannah Van Band who were hand-picked by Kuk Harrell and explain how the world- renowned music producer changed their lives. Savannah Van Band makes their television debut performing their new single.

WEDNESDAY, May 22 [OAD 5/22/13] – On this special episode, Marie gives you an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look throughout the season and how the show’s creators were able to make Marie’s special moments with her guests. Marie sheds the spotlight on the show’s production team and shares some of her favorite moments with them. The show’s staff including producers, writers, wardrobe stylists and make-up artists tell-all and reveal what it takes to create a show with international superstar Marie Osmond. The backstage life of Marie is also revealed as you take a look into her busy life and what it’s like to be a talk show host by day in Los Angeles and Vegas performer by night. Marie also shares what it was like to have Richard Simmons on the show and reveals the never-before-seen off- camera moments with Oscar® nominated actor Hugh Jackman.

THURSDAY, May 23 [OAD 5/23/13] – From the hilarious improvisational comedy show, “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” Colin Mochrie stops by Marie and discusses his career as an improv comedian and what it’s like sharing his comedic passion with his wife, comedian Debra McGrath. Marie then puts Colin’s improv skills to the test with a fun game. Next, travel expert Laura McKenzie of “Laura McKenzie’s Traveler,” reveals the hottest destinations stars escape to. From the Bahamas to Budapest, Laura gives the inside scoop on where stars like Tom Cruise, Harrison Ford, Paul McCartney and Stephen Spielberg vacation. Finally, author of Carry On, Warrior Glennon Doyle Melton explains how she became the funny and insightful voice of countless moms through her blog, Momastery. As a recovering addict, Glennon opens up about family and faith and how she is able to find humor and healing during difficult times.

“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.

Jim Romanovich, David Martin and Matt Lutz 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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