Inevitable downside

Proof that there are always consequences to everything. In this case the Writer's Strike.

Networks in a 'Circus' parade
'Celebrity' fever hits Hollywood
By JOSEF ADALIAN
The circus is coming to Hollywood, with NBC closing a deal for Endemol USA's hit format "Celebrity Circus" -- and ABC eyeing a souped-up revival of 1980s fave "Circus of the Stars."

Both CBS and Fox have also expressed interest in the celeb circus format. With at least two more formats in the marketplace, it's possible other webs could soon be under the big top as well.

After a fierce bidding war with at least one other network, ABC is in serious negotiations to land the new "Circus of the Stars." Michael Dempsey, a rising awards show producer whose credits include MTV's Video Music Awards, will exec produce, along with original exec producer Bunny Stivers.