Celebritypipeline Anthony Anderson is all about ‘Family’ now
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Q: Since Anthony Anderson is hosting “We Are Family” now, does that mean “To Tell the Truth” is over? – Carrie Lowe, via e-mail
A: At least for the time being, especially since “Mama Doris” has traveled along with him to the new Fox contest. His ABC revival of “To Tell the Truth” had a good six-year run, and it achieved Anderson’s personal aim of making his mother a TV star, something she had hoped for, though she gave up that career ambition earlier to raise Anderson and his half-brother.
As it happens, Anderson wasn’t supposed to be the “We Are Family” host initially. Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne were to preside over the show, but a medical condition that reportedly hospitalized Foxx evidently necessitated another host. Foxx does retain an executive-producer credit on the program, however.
Anthony Anderson during his time hosting “To Tell the Truth”
Q: On the recent telecast of The Kennedy Center Honors, Rob Reiner said that Billy Crystal was cast as his friend on “All in the Family.” How long was Crystal on that show? – Paul Wright, via e-mail
A: Just for one episode, the 1976 story “New Year’s Wedding.” along with a couple of variety-show stints, It was enough to get Crystal noticed for the role of Jodie Dallas on the comedy “Soap,” which began the following year and helped lead to the career that earned Crystal his Kennedy Center Honor, one of the most prestigious of all accolades in the entertainment world.
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Saturday
Everything But the House
A&E9 a.m.
Lara Spencer takes time out of her busy schedule to help families declutter their homes. This time, she helps a widow come to terms with the passing of her husband by letting go of their beloved collections to make way for a new family legacy.
Premier League Soccer KING,NBC9:30 a.m.
It’s a walk on the mild side as Nottingham Forest welcomes Newcastle United to The City Ground in Nottingham, England, for some English Premier League action. Will recent acquisitions help give United a boost for the second half of the season?
NBA Basketball
ABC,KOMO5:30 p.m.
Keep up with the score, highlights, statistics and more, as the Phoenix Suns face the Golden State Warriors, in a game broadcast live from the Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif. The Suns have won 4 out of 5 of their last games against the Warriors.
The Super Bowl Soulful
Celebration 25th Anniversary
CBS,KIRO8 p.m.
The only inspirational music event sanctioned by the NFL, this special brings NFL players and award-winning musicians together at the Palms Casino in Las Vegas for a night of music prior to Super Bowl LVIII. Cedric the Entertainer and Tichina Arnold host.
Sunday
PGA Tour Golf GOLF10 a.m.
With the most iconic hole in the PGA tour (the 16th hole Coliseum), this beloved event sees hall of famers, massive crowds and golf pros gather to share a piece of the iconic WM Phoenix Open, as it broadcasts from TPC Scottsdale, in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Puppy Bowl XX
AP11 a.m.
What’s cuter, cuddlier and fluffier than the Super Bowl? The Puppy Bowl, of course! Celebrating its 20th year on air, this furry game of “football” features more than 130 puppies from 73 shelters across the country, representing Team Ruff or Team Fluff.
Super Bowl LVIII CBS,CTVBC,KIRO,TSN13:30 p.m. Whether you tune in for the commercials, the half-time show or the score, fans can expect a quality football game to take place, as teams battle it out in the 58th run for the Vince Lombardi Trophy, airing live from Las Vegas. Usher performs at halftime.
Monsieur Spade
AMC6 p.m.
This all-new series continues with its fifth episode. Following 20 years after the events of the novel “The Maltese Falcon,” Det. Sam Spade (Clive Owen) is plucked from a comfortable retirement in southern France in order to solve a chilling mystery. Miss Scarlet and the Duke on Masterpiece
KCTS8 p.m.
In this season finale, Eliza (Kate Phillips) must do everything she can to track down a fugitive suspected of murder before the police can locate him. As such, Insp. William Wellington (Stuart Martin), aka The Duke, is put in a very tough spot.
Monday
Below Deck SLICE6 p.m.
As Capt. Kerry docks the St. David for the first time, not all is right on the luxurious yacht. First, tension between two of his stews threatens to ruin Fraser’s season. Then, Ben and Fraser lose faith in Jared following a mistake.
Secrets of Polygamy
A&E7 p.m.
Leaders in the polygamous sect known as the Order have incredible power over their members. In this episode, Lu Ann Kingston, founder of the women-led Hope After Polygamy foundation, meets with two other brave survivors to discuss their past experiences.
The Bachelor CKVU,ABC,KOMO8 p.m.
Love is in the air as Season 28 of this fan-favorite dating show continues with a sugar-sweet new episode airing just in time for Valentine’s Day. This time, 28-year-old tennis pro Joey Graziadei
K-Kelowna P-Penticton V-Vernon
from Season 20 of “The Bachelorette” searches for the One.
NCIS CBS,GBLBC,CHBC,KIRO9 p.m.
While undercover in a prison to prevent a Russian terrorist attack, Torres (Wilmer Valderrama) spots someone from his past. Now, in this season premiere, the team helps the undercover agent confront the man who terrorized his family when he was a child.
Gospel
KCTS9 p.m.
Henry Louis Gates Jr. looks at the full spectrum of gospel music, exploring the history of Black spirituality through song. In this premiere, he explores how southern migrants fused blues and jazz during the 1940s, making Black religious music mainstream.
The Irrational KING,NBC10 p.m.
For behavioral science professor Alec Mercer (Jesse L. Martin), figuring out a criminal’s next move is all part of the job. When the authorities need help with cases, they call Mercer and his team to find the truth, no matter how unexpected. Stupid Pet Tricks COM10:30 p.m.
Sarah Silverman hosts the reimagining of a popular segment from “Late Night with David Letterman.” In this series premiere, Sarah sits down with Letterman as he passes the torch, with the help of a goat with its own yoga practice.
Tuesday
Little People, Big World
TLC6 p.m.
The legacy of Roloff Farms is at stake in an all-new season of this hit TLC reality series. Father Matt is at odds with his son Zach as they fail to come to an agreement over the farm’s future. Seeing no future in the farm, Zach relocates his family.
FBI CBS,GBLBC,CHBC,KIRO8 p.m.
In this season premiere, Maggie (Missy Peregrym), Valentine (Jeremy Sisto) and the rest of the team work to stop a terrorist organization following a bus explosion, which kills innocent people. Then, Scola (John Boyd) tries to balance work and fatherhood.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
KCTS8 p.m.
Using the latest methods in ancestry research as well as analyzing genetic code to trace bloodlines, educator and host Henry Louis Gates Jr. helps actress Danielle Brooks and legendary singer Dionne Warwick learn about their longlost ancestors.