CRIMINAL MINDS and Chili ~ Better The Second TIme

CRIMINAL MINDS is currently showing reruns on Wednesday nights at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. While some folks dislike sitting through a program a second time, with CRIMINAL MINDS it is often the opportunity to fully appreciate the flavor of the episode.

This week (July 14), "Haunted" will air again. Remembering guest star, Sean Patrick Flanery (top photo), on the cover of Playgirl a few years back, it was hard to picture this hottie in the role of a killer. Young Indiana Jones turned psychopath? Really?

Flanery does an amazing job in "Haunted," as Darrin Call, a man who suffers a psychotic break and goes on a killing spree. As heinous as his crimes may be, he is a sympathetic figure, as his violent and traumatic childhood is revealed.

Also, guest starring in this episode, is Glenn Morshower (bottom photo with Paget Brewster), the bulwark of Federal Agents, through seven seasons of "24." Great seeing him again in an episode adeptly directed by long-time "24" director, Jon Cassar.

Like a warmed over bowl of chili, this one will be delicious. Also starring, SHEMAR MOORE, Joe Mantegna, Thomas Gibson, Matthew Gray Gubler, and A.J. Cook.

CRIMINAL MINDS Cast Returning to Work This Week

First Lola Glaudini left the CRIMINAL MINDS cast at the beginning of the second season. Ho-hum! No one even noticed.

Then Mandy Patinkin left abruptly, just as Season 3 was about to begin filming. There was a wringing of hands and a gnashing of teeth. Oh, what are we going to do without him! Many worried that the series couldn't survive without Mandy. Guess what? CRIMINAL MINDS became every bit as good, if not better after his departure.

Joe Mantegna settled nicely into the role of senior profiler. The cast became more of an ensemble, and less The Mandy Show, and most fans were delighted.

On Wednesday, July 14 the CRIMINAL MINDS cast returns to work on Season 6. This group of remarkable actors, whom we've heard were like a family, is about to lose their little sister. A.J. Cook's contract was not renewed, and she is only appearing in the first two episodes. We're hoping she gets a good send off, not just "I'm leaving to spend more time with my baby." Too lame. She deserves better.

Another sister, Paget Brewster, will be leaving at the end of Season 6.

Will the series survive these cast changes?

It is doubtful that A.J. and Paget will be as forgettable as Lola, or even as Mandy was, after the dust settled. It will hurt to say goodbye to our girls, but if stories are fresh, and the writing top notch, we are betting CRIMINAL MINDS will survive.

CRIMINAL MINDS airs on CBS on Wednesdays at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Cast includes: SHEMAR MOORE, Joe Mantegna, Thomas Gibson, Matthew Gray Gubler, Kirsten Vangsness, Paget Brewster and A.J. Cook

Update On Criminal Minds Geek ~ Nicholas Brendon

After an alcohol related run-in with the law back in March, former "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" star and occasional computer geek on "Criminal Minds," actor Nicholas Brendon checked into rehab. As fans of Brendon, we have been hoping the actor would get his life and career back on track. He pleaded no contest to four misdemeanor charges on June 17, and was sentenced to a one year suspended jail sentence, and thirty-six months of probation. He was also ordered to attend anger management classes.

Nick has been making personal appearances this summer and was spotted looking tan and fit at a recent Meet and Greet Event with his fans. (top photo) We are looking forward to seeing him on "Criminal Minds" in Season 6 in his recurrent role as Penelope Garcia's boyfriend, Kevin Lynch. (bottom photo~with Kirsten Vangsness). Here is an adorable clip of Nick with a young fan.

For more photos and Nicholas Brendon news, visit his official website.

http://nickbrendon.com/

Criminal Minds Stars on the Golf Course

The always busy, Joe Mantegna (top photo), attended the 13th Annual Women In Film Malibu Golf Classic on July 10 in Malibu, California.

Joe plays FBI profiler, David Rossi, on the CBS series, CRIMINAL MINDS. His co-star, Thomas Gibson (bottom) is a avid golfer who frequently participates in golf tournaments on his down time from the hit CBS series. Gibson is considered one of the Hollywood's best celebrity golfers.

Not knocking Joe, who is a LOVING MOORE favorite, but judging by his stance in the picture, we are guessing that golf isn't his forte. The BAU's senior profiler looks like he is either at bat, or whacking some weeds.

Joe is known to be a huge baseball fan, but with golf, we're thinking...not so much.

Worthy Charitable Event ~ And The Chance To Meet The CRIMINAL MINDS Cast

CRIMINAL MINDS Executive Producer, Ed Bernero, the cast and crew of the series, and Area 9 Productions are hosting a FILM FESTIVAL EVENT to raise money for the LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION of AMERICA in the name of Andy Swan. Andy is a crew member at CRIMINAL MINDS who has been battling Stage IV cance, since being diagnosed in February.

By supporting this event, you help to raise much needed funds, and have the opportunity to meet the cast of CRIMINAL MINDS, including Joe Mantegna, SHEMAR MOORE, Thomas Gibson, Matthew Gray Gubler, A.J. Cook, Paget Brewster and Kirsten Vangsness.

Three fantastic Door Prizes will be awarded to audience members.
1~A day on the set of CRIMINAL MINDS!!!
2~A $1000 scholarship to Video Sympathy
3~A seven night stay at Global Resort Homes in Orlando, Florida

This July 24 event is a MUST ATTEND event for anyone in the Pasadena Area, and especially for CRIMINAL MINDS/SHEMAR MOORE fans.

Will Reid Kick In Doors Like Derek Morgan? ~ Interview With Matthew Gray Gubler

Matthew Gray Gubler has been in Europe, promoting CRIMINAL MINDS. He was interviewed at the RomaFiction Fest on July 6 and talked about his role on MINDS, his aspirations to direct and his feelings about acting. In talking about his character, Dr. Spencer Reid, he suggests a new, more self-assured Reid, who may be kicking down doors like Derek Morgan (played by SHEMAR MOORE).

SHEMAR MOORE'S Busy Summer

SHEMAR MOORE has had an active summer while on hiatus from his hit series, "Criminal Minds." After a couple of weeks of vacationing in Brazil, SHEMAR was only home in LA a short time, before being spotted working and playing in exotic Istanbul, Turkey. Now, The Boston Herald is reporting in their Inside Track column, that SHEMAR is in Beantown for his cousin's wedding. SHEMAR, who plays FBI profiler, Derek Morgan, will be returning to work later this month, along with his co-stars Joe Mantegna, Thomas Gibson, and Matthew Gray Gubler.

Matthew Gray Gubler Looking Good

Matthew Gray Gubler has changed his look several times in his five years on the hit CBS series, CRIMINAL MINDS. Matthew, who plays nerdy genius, Dr. Spencer Reid, on the show turned up at the ROMA INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL a few days ago with a short, curly hairdo (top photo). Is The Gube looking...healthier? Sexier? More mature? Whatever it is, he seems to be getting better with age.

Vote For CRIMINAL MINDS in New Poll

TELEVISION WITHOUT PITY

has posted some neat polls on their web site.

You can vote for CRIMINAL MINDS in several of twenty-four categories.

Among them are~ Best Single Episode in a Drama Series ~ "100"

Worst Single Episode in a Drama Series ~ "The Fight" ~ which most MINDS loyalists detested. This is your chance to express your opinion on that awful episode.

Best Hell Yeah Moment ~ Hotch Beats Foyet to Death

and more.....

If you want to join in the fun, here is the link to their site to vote in the TUBEY AWARDS.

http://www.televisionwithoutpity.com/tubey.php

Thomas Gibson Celebrates A Birthday on July 3

Happy Birthday to Thomas Gibson!

LOVING MOORE sends Best Wishes to Thomas Gibson.

Gibson, one of the co-stars of the hit CBS series, "Criminal Minds," turns forty-eight on July 3.

The series also stars SHEMAR MOORE, Joe Mantegna, Matthew Gray Gubler, Paget Brewster, A.J. Cook and Kirsten Vangsness.

Tom and the cast will begin work on Season 6 later this month.

CRIMINAL MINDS To Cut Cast Members

DEADLINE/HOLLYWOOD is reporting that CBS is planning to trim the cast of CRIMINAL MINDS in Season 6. Seen as a male centered program, stars Joe Mantegna, SHEMAR MOORE, Thomas Gibson, and Matthew Gray Gubler will remain. The lone female will be fan favorite, Kirsten Vangsness. Paget Brewster may appear in a limited number of episodes, and A.J. Cook's role will be phased out.

Here is a link to the article:

http://www.deadline.com/2010/06/cbs-criminal-minds-trims-cast/

A.J. Cook To Be Interviewed On June 13 Radio Program

CRIMINAL MINDS star, A. J. Cook, will be a guest on ArtistsOnDemandRadio on Sunday, June 13 at 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time Zone. A. J., who portrays Agent Jennifer Jereau on MINDS, will talk about the most recent season, as well as her other upcoming projects, during the one hour program.

For more information visit:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/artistsondemandradio/2010/06/14/aj-cook

Jane Lynch Married In Massachusetts

Actress Jane Lynch and her partner, Lara Embry, were married on Memorial Day, May 31 at the Blue Heron Restaurant in Sunderland, Massachusetts.

Lynch is currently appearing in the FOX series, "Glee." She portrays Spencer Reid's mother in a recurring role on "Criminal Minds." She is pictured in the top photo with her TV son, Matthew Gray Gubler.

Lara Embry, her daughter, and Lynch are shown in the second picture. The bride and bride are seated together in the bottom picture.

LOVING MOORE congratulates Jane and Lara, and wishes them every happiness. To read more about the couple and their wedding visit:

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/06/fashion/weddings/06JLYNCH.html

Happy Birthday to Derek Morgan of "Criminal Minds"

Happy Birthday to Derek Morgan!

Our favorite profiler from CRIMINAL MINDS turns 37 on June 6. Although, his alter ego, SHEMAR MOORE was 40 on April 20, they don't share a birthday. In the episode, "Profiler, Profiled," Morgan's birthday was shown on Penelope Garcia's computer screen as June 6, 1973.

Hope you have a very special day. Love you, Derek!

CRIMINAL MINDS Spin-Off Named ~ SUSPECT BEHAVIOR

Academy Award winning actor, Forest Whitaker, will be starring in the new CRIMINAL MINDS spin-off, which is planned as a mid-season replacement on CBS Network. The series has finally been given a name - CRIMINAL MINDS: SUSPECT BEHAVIOR.

The program will follow an elite team of agents within the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit, who use unconventional methods of investigation and aggressive tactics to capture the country's most dangerous criminals. Whitaker portrays lead agent, Sam Cooper. Matt Ryan, Michael Kelly and Gina LaSalle will also star.

The series was introduced in April in a lackluster cross-over episode with the original CRIMINAL MINDS called "The Fight." Chris Mundy, Edward Allen Bernero, Mark Gordon and Deborah Spera are the Executive Producers.

Shemar On "The Ellen DeGeneres Show"

On Wednesday, June 9, there will be an encore broadcast of SHEMAR MOORE on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show."

In an insightful interview from April 2010, SHEMAR discusses his accident last year, the future, CRIMINAL MINDS, and he shares some embarrassing (?) photos.

Great interview if you haven't seen it, and worth seeing again if you have. Check your local listings for time in your area.

CRIMINAL MINDS Stars And Others Pay Tribute To Our Troops

Joe Mantegna, star of CRIMINAL MINDS, and Gary Sinise of CSI: NY, co-hosted the PBS National Memorial Day Concert, which paid tribute to our Troops past and present, and the sacrifices they've made.

Joe considers this the most important thing that he does all year. He had this to say: "The fact that I have a career and a good life is due to the fact that we have people in the military who've been out there protecting us."

The star-studded event included A.J. Cook, also of CRIMINAL MINDS , Lionel Richie, Katherine Jenkins, Blythe Danner, Brad Paisley, Yolanda Adams, Dennis Haysbert, and more.

This was Joe Mantegna's ninth year hosting the concert, and Gary Sinise's fifth. Thousands attended the event which was held on the lawn of the U.S. Capitol.

Loving Moore Blog salutes our men and women in the military, and the stars who came out to honor them.

Happy Birthday, Shemar Moore's Paradise!

Our sister site, SHEMAR MOORE'S PARADISE turns 2 years old this month.

PARADISE will be celebrating in the PARADISE CHAT ROOM on Wednesday, at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT, immediately following the East Coast showing of the CRIMINAL MINDS Season 5 Finale. All PARADISE members are invited to attend. We will be discussing the Finale, "Criminal Minds," and everything Shemar and his co-stars. Hope to see you there!

CRIMINAL MINDS also stars: Joe Mantegna, Thomas Gibson, Matthew Gray Gubler, A.J. Cook and Paget Brewster.

SHEMAR MOORE ~ Celebrating The Tatts!

In Sunday's USA WEEKEND someone asked SHEMAR MOORE'S. tattoos are real or fake.

The CRIMINAL MINDS star had this to say: "They're definitely not fake." His first tattoo, a lion on his right shoulder, dates back to 2003. "I liked the idea of bringing out the lion in me, and the strongest part of my character."

He has since added his initials on his left arm, the word, "Freedom," on his lower back, what appears to be an angel or butterfly (?) between his shoulders. His most recently added body art is on his right leg.

Many avid SHEMAR fans would adore the opportunity to appreciate his artwork up close and personal.

SHEMAR portrays SSA Derek Morgan on the hit series, CRIMINAL MINDS, which will air the Season 5 Finale on Wednesday, May 16 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on the CBS Network.

SHEMAR MOORE Loves His Work ~ Interview

The very personable SHEMAR MOORE was interviewed recently when Nischelle Turner of EXTRA on ESSENCE visited him on the set of CRIMINAL MINDS. The star was upbeat as he talked to her about turning 40, kissing, and giving his mother grandbabies. Kissing Nischelle, he commented on how much he loves his work.

Here is the link to the video interview:

http://www.essence.com/entertainment/extra_on_essence/

extra_on_essence_shemar_moore.php