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Our first season of Hot in Cleveland concludes with the big finale tonight, and what a whirlwind this has been! (Literally)
We shot the pilot in February... and had a hit in June. In just six months, this wonderful show went from an idea to an international sensation. I've been in this industry for a while and I keep having to remind our TV Land crew: This just doesn't happen! We caught lightning in a bottle! It's not this easy!
But it has been wonderful.
I have really enjoyed working with my fabulous leading ladies - Jane, Wendie and Betty. We've had so many incredible guest stars, and as always, the talented people behind the cameras are as skilled and thoughtful as those of us in front of them. I have enjoyed my character Melanie - and it's so easy to assume this role because I can identify with her. She's a Mom who has reinvented her life. It makes it easier to remember and deliver her lines, and she is a lot like me. I can't wait until next season as I get to know her better.
Thank you again for your enthusiasm and support - and for watching Hot in Cleveland!
My very best to you, 
PS - Here's a bonus clip of an interview I did for Talk Stoop on NBC New York. Enjoy!
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Written by Wendie Malick
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 Hello Friends,
The Bureau of Land Management has begun a campaign to round up wild horses and burros that roam the West. In the first event on July 10, at least 12 horses died from deyhdration-related causes, suffered as they were driven to the point of exhaustion in sweltering desert heat.
This practice is cruel, inhumane and hidden from public view. As an animal rights activist, I am horrified that our government agencies can engage in these roundups in virtual secrecy. America's wild mustangs are protected by law. As voters and concerned citizens, we can make a difference. I urge you to take action:
- Learn more about this important issue.
- Contact the White House switchboard at (202) 456-1111 and politely tell President Obama to halt the wild horse roundups.
- Follow up with an email, using this "click and send" tool to customize your message.
As an enduring symbol of our nation, America's wild horses need our help. Thank you for your advocacy and action.
With Gratitude,
Wendie Malick
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Written by Valerie Bertinelli
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 In March, I took a page from Melanie, my Hot in Cleveland alter-ego, and cashed in all my points and took my best friend to Europe. Unlike Melanie, we went to Italy – not Paris. I didn’t crash land in Cleveland – though Tom did grow up in that area – and I didn’t see my ex-husband on the plane.
Instead, I got engaged!
Our trip to Italy was special for so many reasons. Tom and I come from big Italian families and wanted to explore our heritage. We had both been working hard and wanted to take a much-needed break before a crush of big projects came our way later in the spring. Finally, who wouldn’t want to be in the most romantic place on earth with the one you love?
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