The Crystal Ball Sci-Fi News -- Television News

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Boreanez Puts the Smackdown on the WB
At the WB Network's Fall Schedule Presentation, David Boreanez stepped onto the stage with a confused look and said "This isn't the UPN." WB co-president was caught off-guard, but he tried to play down the departure of Buffy by saying that although its teen core audience was declining, Buffy the Vampire Slayer will be a show "close to our hearts." (Intelligent X/TV Guide - 5/17/01)

Joss Whedon Speaks!
In this interview, Buffy creator Joss Whedon discusses his show's move to UPN. (Katrillion - 4/26/01)

Buffy Jumps Ship!
Buffy the Vampire Slayer is leaving the WB. The Frog backed out of negotiations to keep one of its best hits, citing it could not afford the price. Not to worry, though. You'll find it on UPN this fall. UPN chalked up a two-season package worth a whopping \\$2.33 million per episode. What's more is that Angel, Buffy's spinoff, may follow suit! (Intelligent X/TV Guide - 4/26/01)

She's No Angel
Jessica Alba talks about her power over men and the future of Dark Angel (Photos/Video) (Entertainment Weekly - 3/19/01)

R.I.P., Joyce Summers
Yes, it's true. Buffy's mother is dead. (SciFi.com - 3/9/01)

Dark Angel Wins TV Guide Award!
Congratulations to Jessica Alba, recipient of the Breakout Star of the Year Award in this year's TV Guide Awards. A complete list of winners is available at the link above (TV Guide - 3/7/01)

Galactica to Return
Director Bryan Singer (X-Men) will oversee a re-incarnation of the '70s Sci-Fi series Battlestar Galactica for Studios USA. If scheduling permits, he may even direct the pilot episode. (SciFi.com - 2/22/01)