'The Biggest Loser' seeks contestants, more TV news
NBC reality show "The Biggest Loser" is holding auditions in Manhattan. Pictured is past winner Michael Ventrella of Bartlett, Ill. Credit: AP / Paul Beaty
'LOSER' CASTING SEARCH NBC's "The Biggest Loser" is crossing the country seeking new contestants, this time in teams of two (spouses, siblings, co-workers, etc.). Got at least 80 pounds to lose? Manhattan auditions are July 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at midtown's Planet Fitness on West 55th St. Info at thebiggestlosercasting.com.
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NOW DOWNLOADING HBO fans can get some shows on digital download before their DVD/Blu-ray release. Available Monday are Queen Latifah's "Bessie" biopic, David Oyelowo's "Nightingale" and "Silicon Valley" Season 2, with Season 4 of "Veep" due July 20. Check e-tailers like iTunes and Google Play.
