Question: Dont you ever ever go three weeks without a new Ask Ausiello again.Do you hear me?
JacobAusiello:If its any consolation, the hiatus hurt you alotmore than it hurt me.
Wait, that came out wrong.
Actually, no, thats right.
Question: Any news as to whether Tom Welling has signed on for another season ofSmallville?
ScarlettAusiello:Yes, theres news, and its good.
Some would even call it, ahem,super.
According to a well-placedSmallvilleinsider, Welling is nearing a deal to return for a ninth season.
Question: Any major character deaths onLostthis season?
The fact that she was recently cast in a big Hollywood movie doesnt bode well either.
(Doc Jensens got more onLosts Jan. 21 premiere!)
Question: Got anything onLosts 100th episode?
KatyAusiello:Paris Hiltons in talks to make a cameo as a Dharma intern circa 1973.
I kid, I kid.
Question: Ill be your friend if you give me someSupernaturalscoop.
ShaneAusiello:There is a traitor amongst Sam and Dean.
Okay, Shane, your first order of business as my friend is to buy methis.
Question: Anything onCSI: Miami?
Question: yo tell me ABC will pick up the Bill Lawrence-Courteney Cox comedyCougar Town.
I dont even know anything about it, but Ive already decided its my new favorite show.
TonyAusiello:Dont know anything about it?
I can help out with that!
Its a very weird dynamic, because theyre essentially contemporaries.
And dont be fooled by the title.
Its a campy title [but] its not a campy show, he says.
Question: Cant wait forLife on Marsto return.
Or they can just take my word for it: Shes free!
Mind giving us a tidbit about this weekends premiere?
In related news, if I make a wish in Ask Ausiello, it officially qualifies as buzz.
Question: Can you c’mon give me scoop onHouse?
Im dying to know what is going to happens between Thirteen and Foreman after the hiatus.
CindyAusiello:Trouble in paradise.
The truth eventually comes out on Feb. 2 and all hell breaks lose.
In the same episode, Cuddy turns the tables on House and tortureshimfor a change.
If youre a Huddy fan, the episode is like a gift from the TV Gods.
Question: Any new news about theVeronica Marsmovie?
If not, someGossip Girlscoop is perfectly acceptable.
AmyAusiello:Gossip Girlscoop it is!
Word around the UES is that Serena will soon share something in common with Anne Hathaway.
And garnering Oscar buzz aint it.
HannaAusiello:Only half of it.
Question: I need to know Girl, yo!
Ill give my entire Smurf collection!
AliAusiello:I have a sneaking suspicion that Chucks mother is alive.
Anyone else share my hunch?
Question: hey sir, can I have someBig Lovescoop?
Question: Anything onNCIS Tony?
KatieAusiello:Im not sure I understand your question.
You want scoop onwho?
Relax, its only temporary.
Question: What is this I hear about the remainingPushing DaisiesandDirty Sexy Moneyepisodes airing in the summer?
yo tell me its not true.
CliffAusiello:Actually, at this point, well be lucky if they air atall.
They are not scheduled to air right now, he sighs, and thats all we know.
Lets have a round of applause for web connection TV!
Question: Any scoop on Grissoms last episode ofCSI?
You donotwant to miss the final scene.
I think youll fancy the cover subject.
Question: Do you have any news onOne Tree Hill?
NathanAusiello:Not Jan. 1, but a decisionwillbe made soon.
Its all about contracts now.
The cast only signed six-year pacts, so new deals will have to be brokered.
Negotiations are happening as we speak.
I am recruiting the buyers in my office to watch and purchase it.
Best show on TV.
KendraAusiello:Fight the heck on, Kendra.
Question: Any truth to the rumor that Gregory Itzin (President Logan) is returning to24?
He was recently seen in photos with the24cast at Kiefer Sutherlands Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony.
MattAusiello:No truth to the rumor although the specter of Logan will loom large throughout season 7.
Question: Any newHeroesscoop?
Question: We all know that Lafayette was the best character in Season One ofTrue Blood.
How can we ensure Alan Ball brings him back next season?
BrodyAusiello:Well, as Ball himself recently reminded me, Lafayette did die in the books.
But, he adds, That doesnt mean he wont be back.
Question: Whats the deal with Michelle Forbes character onTrue Blood?
Is she Taras Demon?
How does Sam know her?
Shes definitely a new kind of supernatural creature in Bon Temps, teases Ball.
And as new as it is, its also old.
Ancient.Ancient, Ball stresses.
In other words, not a Cylon.
BTW, production onTrue Bloodssecond season begins this week!
Question: The wait forBurn Notices second half of season 2 is killing me.
Can you give us any tidbits?
I actually walk into a pool party in a Speedo.
Youre welcome, Julie!
And with that, the first AA of 09 comes to a close.
Send question/anonymous tips/new years resolutions toausielloscoop@ew.com.
Love ya, need ya, squeeze ya!
