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BILLY RAY
CYRUS TO RING IN 2003 WITH A SPECIAL NEW YEAR’S EVE
Time Flies, is the name of Billy Ray Cyrus’ new CD, and time does indeed fly…it’s almost New Year’s Eve again. To ring in 2003 with a bang, Billy Ray Cyrus and his band Slydog will perform an exclusive un-plugged concert at a dinner/dance party to be held at the Gibson Bluegrass Showcase on New Year’s Eve, Wednesday, December 31st.
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CYRUS, PAX TV AND SONY MUSIC JOIN-UP TO EXCLUSIVELY RELEASE Billy Ray Cyrus, the singing star and leading man whose TV series "Doc" is a smash hit on PAX TV has been a busy man the last three years balancing the two aspects of his career, until now. Acting and music for the musician, who has sold millions of albums worldwide, has intertwined in such a way to ensure that all fans of his work will be happy campers. Cyrus, through a special arrangement with Sony Monument Records and Sony Music Special Projects, has joined forced with PAX TV and Global-QVC Solutions, to exclusively release Time Flies, his much anticipated new album.
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TAMMY COCHRAN TO GUEST STAR ON 'DOC'
Cochran will film "Doc" in Toronto the week of November 11th, for an episode also titled "Angels In Waiting," the song she co-wrote that pays tribute to her brothers Shawn and Alan who both passed away at a young age due to Cystic Fibrosis. The music video from that song previously won Best Video awards from organizations such as Billboard magazine and received heavy rotation on music channels such as CMT and GAC. "Doc" producers Gary and Dave Johnson were touched by the song's lyrics, felt it was a very appropriate topic for the show, and decided that Cochran should actually appear in the episode. In the episode, currently planned for broadcast in January, Doctor Clint Cassidy, portrayed by Billy Ray Cyrus, enlists a Nurse's Aid named Amy (Tammy Cochran) to help him reach a cynical teen-age patient - then discovers Amy needs some healing of her own. Viewers will need to tune into "Doc" on PAX TV, Sunday nights at 8 pm PT/ET, 7 pm C/M, to learn more about the surprise plot. Explains Cochran, "I never thought my song, would even be a single, or get so much attention - let alone become the story-line for such a popular TV series. I respect the way Billy Ray and the show's producers portray dramatic and sometimes controversial topics in such a family-friendly manner. To say I'm looking forward to seeing the song come to life as a television program is an understatement. I'm sure it will be something that my brothers would have been very proud of."
GOSPEL MUSIC STAR CECE WINANS GUEST STARS ON BILL RAY CYRUS’ ‘DOC’ ‘THE
PRICE OF A MIRACLE’ EPISODE AIRS "Doc," the #1 family-friendly series on PAX TV, featuring singer/actor Billy Ray Cyrus, has booked Grammy-winning recording artist CeCe Winans to guest star on "The Price of a Miracle" episode that will be broadcast November 3rd, from 8-9 ET/PT pm. The program will re-air on November 13th at 9 pm ET/PT. In "The Price of a Miracle," a little girl offers Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus) her life savings of $1.98 to buy a miracle for her Leukemia-stricken brother. When Clint meets the children’s mother, portrayed by CeCe Winans, he discovers she doesn’t believe in miracles and has lost her faith in everyone, including God. "I was so pleased that CeCe is doing this particular episode with us. She is a joy to work with and by the end of the show, she helps us demonstrate that miracles sometimes do happen. There’s a great message here to never give up hope, no matter how things seem at the time."
Pictured above (L-R) CeCe Winans and Billy Ray Cyrus on the set of 'Doc'
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CYRUS’ NEW SONG ‘NOBODY’ (NEW YORK, NY) – "Nobody," a special "Doc" episode highlighting homelessness and teen pregnancy will premiere on Sunday, October 13 (8–9 p.m., ET), leading into the network debut of the original action drama, "Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye" (9-11 p.m., ET/PT). "Doc" star and recording artist Billy Ray Cyrus co-wrote this poignant storyline, which was inspired by the track "Nobody" from his upcoming "Time Flies" album. In describing the inspiration for the song, "Nobody," Cyrus explained, "While shooting the first two episodes of ‘Doc’ I lived near an old church where a lot of homeless people gathered, and my wife Tish and I got acquainted with a teenage homeless girl. Later on, there were several homeless murders and I spent weeks looking in shelters for this nameless girl. I never found her and told Tish, ‘How can I help her if I don't know her name? Does that make her nobody?’ That night I woke up singing the song." ‘Nobody’ also marks Cyrus’ first television writing credit. "This whole experience has meant so much to me," said Cyrus. "I was really excited that I was able to write this script and adapt my song for such a significant ‘Doc’ episode that addresses an important issue in today’s society." "Nobody" Synopsis Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus) finds an abandoned baby girl on the Westbury Clinic’s doorstep and must track down the mother as he fights for the baby’s life. The baby’s mom is a homeless, troubled teenager, Rebecca (Marisa McIntyre), who delivered the suffering baby in an alley without medical attention. Rebecca finally comes to the hospital and is admitted herself, for a routine infection. Can Clint get through to her as she struggles with anxiety over her strict parents and the difficult choice she must make for her child’s future? Meanwhile, Nate (Richard Leacock) has an attack of jealousy when Beverly (Tracy Shreve) reconnects with an old boyfriend at her high school reunion. "DOC" is PAX's highest-rated series since its launch and regularly attracts more viewers than UPN and WB in a majority of metered markets. "Doc" was created by Dave Alan Johnson and Gary R. Johnson ("Against the Grain," "High Incident," "The Client," "Second Noah" and PAX’s "Hope Island"). Marilyn Stonehouse produces for Pebblehut Productions.
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CYRUS IS PROCLAIMED ‘HONORARY CITIZEN’ OF LAS VEGAS The Las Vegas-based fans of Billy Ray Cyrus got their wish granted for the singer/actor’s performance at the Stratosphere Casino Hotel & Tower. Immediately preceding the concert on September 6th, Lynette Boggs McDonald, Councilwoman for the City of Las Vegas presented Cyrus with a certificate proclaiming him "Honorary Citizen of the City of Las Vegas, Nevada." Additionally the Councilwoman handed him the Key to the City. The Las Vegas City Council was petitioned by a group of avid Billy Ray Cyrus fans requesting the honor. After the presentation the concert at the Stratosphere was a roaring success. The packed outdoor entertainment center audience was so enthusiastic that many female fans continued to rush the stage during Cyrus’ entire show to give him flowers, notes, for autographs or to just get his attention. During Achy Breaky Heart two attractive young ladies jumped up on stage to dance and then engaged in some sexy bump & grind moves around Cyrus that compelled the stage manager to try to corral the ladies to move them offstage. But they were too slippery and managed to finish the song while Cyrus tried to keep a straight face. Backstage after the show, "Doc" actress Ruth Marshall who portrays Donna DeWitt on the #1 PAX TV program and her husband surprised Cyrus by flying in for the show. The group spent some time on the bus, before the singer left for his final stops on the Time Flies tour, wrapping up in Salt Lake City on September 11th. Cyrus and Marshall start filming the third season of "Doc" in Toronto in mid-September. Photo A – Councilwoman Lynette Boggs McDonald proclaims Billy Ray Cyrus an "Honorary Citizen of Las Vegas" and hands him the "key to the city." Photo B – Billy Ray Cyrus rocks the crowd at the Stratosphere in Las Vegas. Photo C – "Doc" TV star Billy Ray Cyrus is surprised by a visit from "Doc" actress Ruth Marshall (portrays Ms. Donna DeWitt on the show) backstage on his bus at the gig in Las Vegas.
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CYRUS TO JOIN SEPTEMBER 11 HONOR SALT LAKE CITY,
SEPTEMBER 9, 2002- When Billy Ray Cyrus heard about the Honor Heroes
Ceremony planned at the Utah State Fair on September 11, he asked to participate.
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CYRUS TO PRESENT THE ‘SOME GAVE ALL AWARD’ While in Washington state to perform at the Puyallup Fair on September 9th, singer/actor Billy Ray Cyrus, will present the "Some Gave All Award" to King County Sheriff Deputy Richard Herzog, who was murdered in the line of duty last June by a drug abusing criminal. The "Some Gave All" plaque and a check from the "Billy Ray Cyrus Foundation" will be given by Cyrus personally to the family of Deputy Herzog. His family and close friends have been invited to attend the concert as Cyrus’ guests. The "Some Gave All Award," named after Cyrus’ acclaimed song about a Vietnam veteran, was designed by him to honor public servants and citizens who go beyond the call of duty for their country or fellow man. The "Billy Ray Cyrus Foundation" was launched by the entertainer to benefit organizations and individuals who fall between the cracks of the larger charities. Additionally, Cyrus has given Shadrack, a local band the opportunity to perform the opening slot at the concert. Shadrack’s lead singer Duncan Shadrack is a police detective who contacted Billy Ray Cyrus to offer his support, after hearing him talk about the "Some Gave All" award for Deputy Herzog on Seattle radio station KMPS. 94.1 KMPS is presenting the Billy Ray Cyrus concert at the Puyallup Fair. Billy Ray Cyrus
is finishing up his Time Flies summer concert tour before heading
back to Toronto, Canada, to film the third season of "Doc,"
his #1 series on PAX TV. "Doc" was recently selected as the
#1 Most Family Friendly program by the Parents Television Council.
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CYRUS AKA ‘DOC’ RAN AT SPEEDS UP TO 150+ MILES PER HOUR What can be more exciting for Billy Ray Cyrus than "Doc," his #1 series on Pax TV being named the #1 Most Family Friendly program this past week by the Parents Television Council? How about running the track last weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway for the "Sharpie 500," as part of the NASCAR Winston Cup Series? Derrike Cope drove the #49 BAM Racing Dodge Intrepid at Bristol Motor Speedway on Saturday, sponsored by MNR Productions. Frank Ray of MNR provided the race car graphics to Cyrus to promote his "Doc" television series and celebrate the upcoming third season premiere, Sunday, September 15, on Pax TV. Car #49 featured Cyrus’ image in white lab coat and stethoscope and "Doc" logo on the hood, with "Billy Ray Cyrus" logos emblazoned on both sides of the car. The race was televised live on TNT. Between dates on his "Time Flies" summer concert tour, Cyrus had a prime viewing spot for the race in the pit box with the race team. His car, however, had to leave the race early after sustaining steering damage half way through the race.
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CYRUS AKA ‘DOC’ TO RUN AT SPEEDS UP TO 150+ MILES PER HOUR What can be more exciting this week for Billy Ray Cyrus than "Doc," his #1 series on Pax TV being named the #1 Most Family Friendly program by the Parents Television Council? How about running the track this weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway for the "Sharpie 500," as part of the NASCAR Winston Cup Series? Derrike Cope will drive the #49 BAM Racing Dodge Intrepid at Bristol Motor Speedway this weekend sponsored by MNR Productions. Frank Ray of MNR provided the race car graphics to Cyrus to promote his "Doc" television series and celebrate the upcoming third season premiere, Sunday, September 15, on Pax TV. Car #49 features Cyrus’ image in white lab coat and stethoscope and "Doc" logo on the hood, with "Billy Ray Cyrus" logos emblazoned on both sides of the car. TNT will televise the race from Bristol on Saturday, August 24 at 8 PM ET. Cyrus will have a prime viewing spot for the race in the pit box with the race team. He is between dates on his "Time Flies" summer concert tour and will also celebrate his birthday at home in Nashville on Sunday. Says Cyrus, "the only thing better than being on the hood would be to be behind the wheel but I know Derrike has that under control. I will try not to make him nervous before the race… because I sure don’t want any dents in that hood."
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CYRUS HOSTS ‘DOC’ MARATHON AND SHARES (NEW YORK, NY)— Billy Ray Cyrus will host "All Doc, All Night" a special "Doc" Marathon, on Sunday, September 8 (6:00 p.m. – Midnight, ET/PT) on PAX TV. These six hours of select episodes will allow viewers to catch up with the network’s highest rated series, the adventures of Dr. Clint Cassidy (Cyrus) and the day-to-day medical drama at Manhattan’s Westbury Clinic—just in time for the new fall season. "Doc" returns for an all-new third season beginning Sunday, September 15 (8:00–9:00 p.m., ET/PT) on PAX. Aside from catching episodes they may have missed, Cyrus gives fans an inside look into production as he shares behind-the-scenes stories, and anecdotes of how "Doc" has touched the lives of the cast and crew. He’ll reveal how his own music and that of other country artists like Carolyn Dawn Johnson, were threaded into the show, the inside scoop on guest stars like Steven Curtis Chapman, and how the personal struggles and moving stories of "Doc’s" own writers inspired some of the show’s most poignant episodes. "Doc"
Marathon Episodes 6 PM (ET/PT) You Gotta Have Heart Dana (Polly Shannon), an attractive reporter for a New York TV station is doing a story on HMOs and "a day in the life" of a doctor. Against the wishes of the clinic director Ms. DeWitt (Ruth Marshall) and Dr. Crane (Ron Lea), she picks Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus). An obvious mutual attraction shows promise of a relationship beyond their professional one, but confuses things when the piece doesn't turn out the way Clint was promised. Lindsey (Emily Hampshire), a 17-year-old heart patient in need of a transplant has been looking forward to being well enough to go to her senior prom. Complications keep her in the hospital, but Clint and Nurse Nancy (Andrea Robinson) figure out a way to bring the prom to her. 7 PM (ET/PT) Time Flies Nancy (Andrea Robinson) is devastated when her mother’s (Janet-Laine Green) battle with cancer takes a turn for the worse. Unable to accept her mother’s impending death, Nancy pushes her to join an experimental treatment program and turns to Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus) for support. Dr. Derek (Derek McGrath) and his wife Nellie (Linda Kash) will do almost anything to get their five-month-old Gracie accepted into New York’s most exclusive preschool and discover a surprising source for help – Dr. Crane (Ron Lea). Raul (Tyler Garcia Posey) sets his heart on winning free passes to an amusement park in a school essay contest – but can he out-write the "vocabulary-gifted" Elliot (Taylor Abrahamse)? 8 PM (ET/PT) Complicated In the aftermath of her mother’s death, Nancy (Andrea Robinson) and Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus) have been spending quite a bit of time together, which leads the Westbury Clinic staff -- and possibly Clint and Nancy themselves -- to wonder if there’s more than just friendship between them. But Clint is in a relationship with Dr. Kate Weston (Nancy Sakovich) — or is he? And Tippy suggests that Nancy date her handsome lawyer (Grant Nickalls), since she’s still available – or isn’t she? Raul (Tyler Garcia Posey) tries to prove to the cutest girl in his class that he’s perfect for her by using a compatibility test which creates comical results. 9 PM (ET/PT) Citizen Crane Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus) meets street "performers" Lenny (Ron Kennell) and Donny (John Posey), who earn money by using Donny’s amazing ability as a savant to remember obscure facts. But when Lenny suddenly becomes gravely ill, Clint becomes Donny’s caretaker, and is in for more than he can handle. Dr. Crane (Ron Lea) considers a run for city council and discovers what people really think of him, when he’s forced to hire an image consultant (Gloria Slade) to warm up his "insincere, untrustworthy and uncaring" persona. 10 PM (ET/PT) Fearless Steven Curtis Chapman stars as Daniel Parson, Raul’s (Tyler Posey Garcia) band teacher who inspires his rag tag students, including daughter Annie (Kelsie Tulk), to play "fearlessly" as they strive for excellence. But Daniel must live out his own advice after Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus) diagnoses him with ALS, commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease. With help from Clint, Nate (Richard Leacock), Beverly (Tracy Shreve) and his students, Daniel comes to terms with his disease. Dr. Crane’s (Ron Lea) college rival makes his life miserable when he installs an innovative software program at the clinic. Clint and the clinic are sued for malpractice by a clairvoyant who claims Clint robbed her of her psychic powers. 11 PM (ET/PT) Family Matters Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus) finds himself in a battle with social services when he is denied temporary custody of Raul (Tyler Garcia Posey) because state law says he must be held by social services or placed in the home of approved foster parents. Matters are further complicated when a man claiming to be Raul's father shows up at the Westbury Clinic. Dr. Derek (Derek McGrath) learns he and his wife are going to have a baby – and goes to extreme measures to feel part of the pregnancy process. Clint arrives on horseback in the middle of a traffic jam and delivers a baby in the back of a cab. "DOC" is PAX's highest-rated series and regularly attracts more viewers than UPN and WB in a majority of metered markets. "Doc" was created by Dave Alan Johnson and Gary R. Johnson ("Against the Grain," "High Incident," "The Client," "Second Noah" and PAX’s "Hope Island"). Marilyn Stonehouse produces for Pebblehut Productions.
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CYRUS PRESCRIBES "FEEL GOOD" TV WITH A (NEW YORK, NY)—PAX TV, America’s family friendly network, will kick off the third season of its hit medical drama "Doc" on Sunday, September 15 with an all-new episode entitled, "Full Disclosure" and will follow with another original, "On Pins and Needles," Sunday, September 22, both airing 8:00–9:00 p.m. (ET/PT). For the new fall season, PAX has ordered 22 episodes of the Billy Ray Cyrus signature series, which will tackle a new slate of significant topics including leukemia, hepatitis-C, medical mishaps resulting in employee contamination and matters of the heart such as honesty and temptation. SYNOPSES: Sunday, September 15 Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus) has his hands full when he agrees to mentor the new Westbury medical intern, Stephanie (Carmelina Lamanna), whose bad attitude is too much even for Dr. Crane (Ron Lea). Nurse Nancy (Andrea Robinson) discovers a secret about her boyfriend Matt’s (Grant Nickalls) past, which makes her question their future. Nate (Richard Leacock) and Raul (Tyler Garcia Posey) surprise Beverly (Tracy Shreve) by cleaning out the basement – but her surprise turns to dismay when she realizes they’ve thrown out the last memento she has of her late grandfather. Sunday, September 22 "Doc" was created
by Dave Alan Johnson and Gary R. Johnson ("Against the Grain,"
"High Incident," "The Client," "Second Noah"
and PAX’s "Hope Island"). Marilyn Stonehouse produces for
Pebblehut Productions. "DOC" continues to be PAX's highest-rated
series and regularly attracts more viewers than UPN and WB in a majority
of metered markets.
BILLY RAY CYRUS RODE AND RAISED MONEY FOR MARCH OF DIMES Billy Ray Cyrus, with his wife Tish on back his Harley-Davidson led a pack of Washington, D.C. area motorcyclists for the March of Dimes annual 40-mile charity ride. Cyrus and the hundreds of bikers neared their goal of raising a hundred thousand dollars to help fight infant mortality and birth defects.
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CYRUS TO LEAD THE PACK Singer/actor leads motorcycle ride to prevent birth defects and infant mortality (Arlington, VA) – The March of Dimes and the wildly popular singer and actor Billy Ray Cyrus are urging motorcycle owners in the DC metropolitan area to hop on their bikes and join RIDE—a one-day, 40-mile police escorted route to raise money and community awareness to fight birth defects and infant mortality. March of Dimes RIDE will start Sunday, August 4, 2002 (rain or shine) at 9:30 a.m. at J. Koons Pontiac/GMC-2050 Chain Bridge Road, Tysons Corner, VA. Cyrus, a Harley-Davidson owner, will rollout first, followed by local riders. The event is open to individuals and all motorcycle clubs. It’s been ten years since Billy Ray Cyrus took the world by storm, selling 14 million copies worldwide of Some Gave All, his debut album… time flies! And Time Flies is the name of his upcoming CD due later this year. But Cyrus never stands still for long. He has just kicked-off his summer-long "Time Flies" concert tour. He will then head back to the set of "Doc," his #1 series on PAX TV (Sundays at 8:00 p.m. ET).
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CYRUS PACKS ‘EM IN AND COOLS OFF Billy Ray Cyrus really enjoyed the mild 70-degree weather during the fourth stop on his "Time Flies" Tour on July 5th at the San Diego County Fair, held near the beach in Del Mar, California. He was previously met by 106-degree heat during his scorching kick-off show in Bakersfield, CA.
PAX TV had a multi-camera shoot in progress, taping the San Diego concert for an upcoming concert special with Billy Ray Cyrus. More details regarding the concert special will be released in the near future. Photo A – Billy Ray Cyrus performs in front of Old Glory at the San Diego County Fair in Del Mar, CA. Photo B – Billy Ray Cyrus (center) congratulated for a great audience turnout backstage at the San Diego Country Fair by Jim Gosnell/President of Agency For The Performing Arts (APA) (left) and Tim Fennell General Manager of the Del Mar Fairgrounds (right).
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ROCKS BAKERSFIELD Billy Ray Cyrus, who is entering his third season starring as "Doc," for the #1 series on PAX TV, still knows how to wow! a live concert audience. He demonstrated why music is still his first love, during two packed shows at Buck Owens' Crystal Palace in Bakersfield, CA on July 2nd. The Bakersfield gig kicked-off Cyrus’ ‘Time Flies’ Tour that will hit 45 cities through the summer. Time Flies, his upcoming new album, is set for release later in 2002. The United Stations Radio
Networks also taped the Bakersfield date for broadcast on THE ROAD,
the popular weekly syndicated country music/interview program. And THE
ROAD selected an auspicious night to record Billy Ray Cyrus. Buck Owens
himself grabbed a perfect table in his club to take in the first set and
then jumped up on the stage during the encore by Cyrus and his band Sly
Dog. Mr. Owens held up Cyrus’ arm in triumph, to the delight
of the audience and proclaimed it a night to remember.
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CYRUS - THE KING OF FAN FAIR This years makes the 10th anniversary of Some Gave All, Billy Ray Cyrus’ debut album that sold 14 million units worldwide and still holds many records to this day. My, how time flies! It was also the decade mark for his participation in Nashville’s annual Fan Fair celebration. And as Brad Schmitt of the Tennessean pointed out, Cyrus has built an "amazing fan club of almost mythical proportions." PAX TV picked a great time to shadow Cyrus and film all his Fan Fair activities for a Billy Ray Cyrus television special that will be announced in the near future. They caught all the fan frenzy and will also film one of his concerts during the upcoming Time Flies Tour. His newest album Time Flies is planned for an early Fall release. And the devoted throngs indeed showed up in force again last week. Cyrus was mobbed along with the cast of "Doc" his #1-rated series on PAX TV at his own Spirit Club booth and at the PAX TV Fan Fair booth. About 1000 fans showed up at the Spirit Club Fan Club party at the Factory in Franklin, TN. Cyrus and his band played a full set and debuted some of the songs from Time Flies. Not only that, Cyrus rocked the crowd at Sony Music’s Fan Fair concert at Adelphia Coliseum and closed the show with an energy that brought the crowd to their feet for the entire set. He did the same thing earlier that morning, alone with his guitar, during an acoustic set for GAC at the Graham Central Station in downtown Nashville. All this will be included in
the Billy Ray Cyrus television special coming soon on PAX TV. PAX is also
presenting a "Doc" marathon. Details will be forthcoming.
TIME FLIES FOR BILLY RAY CYRUS ‘TIME FLIES’ TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED – KICKING OFF IN SO. CALIFORNIA JUNE 29TH AT COACH HOUSE IN SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO GREAT AMERICAN COUNTRY (GAC) JOINS AS OFFICIAL MEDIA SPONSOR It’s been 10 years since Billy Ray Cyrus took the world by storm, selling 14 million copies worldwide of Some Gave All, his debut album…man, time flies! But Cyrus never stands still for long… right after finishing up the second season of "Doc," his #1 series on PAX TV, and celebrating with his fans at Fan Fair in Nashville in mid-June, he is kicking off his "Time Flies" concert tour. The "Time Flies" Tour starts in Southern California on June 29, 2002, at The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano, criss-crossing the U.S. twice and hitting forty five cities in seventy five days.
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BILLY RAY CYRUS TO PERFORM FOR GAC's THIRD ANNUAL SUMMER BARBECUE SWEEPSTAKES Englewood, Colo. (June 4, 2002) -- Great American Country (GAC) has announced the launch of the network's third annual summer BBQ sweepstakes. Now through July 4th, GAC viewers will be invited to visit www.CountryStars.com to register to win a summer BBQ with 50 of their closest friends, plus an acoustic concert by Billy Ray Cyrus right in their own backyard! In addition, GAC will throw in all the traditional BBQ favorites and the gas grill! The new host of GAC's CRL will make a special appearance and tape the daily request show on location. In conjunction with the national consumer sweepstakes, GAC is giving affiliates the opportunity to win their own summer BBQ. GAC affiliates who meet minimum requirements will be entered into an affiliates-only sweepstakes for a chance to win their own summer BBQ and acoustic concert. About GAC
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EPISODE HONORING AMERICA’S VETERANS AND NYC FIREFIGHTERS (NEW YORK, NY)— PAX TV will spotlight Memorial Day with an encore presentation of the special two-hour "Doc" episode "Some Gave All," on Sunday, May 26 from 8:00–10:00 p.m. (ET/PT). The episode first aired last Veteran’s Day, 2001, exactly two months after the tragic events of September 11, and pays homage to America’s New York City firefighters and police force, and those who serve in our military. Initially inspired by Billy Ray Cyrus’ hit song, "Some Gave All," the two-hour special draws upon the wartime sacrifices of friends and family of Billy Ray Cyrus and "Doc’s" creators, Dave Alan Johnson and Gary R. Johnson. Featured is the story of a Marine whose life was changed forever by his tour of duty in Vietnam, and a family that comes to terms with the heroic death of a World War II infantry man. An additional storyline deals with a New York City firefighter who emerges physically unscathed from the World Trade Center attacks, but is emotionally traumatized by the loss of colleagues and friends. This two-hour salute is punctuated with actual commentary from surviving war veterans, firefighters and their family members expressly shot for the "Some Gave All" episode. "Some Gave All" Synopsis: Nate’s (Richard Leacock) cousin Johnny (Mark Taylor), a firefighter and survivor of the September 11 terrorist attacks, has lost many of his fellow firemen, and harbors "survivor guilt" as a result. Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus) and Nate help Johnny come to terms with his loss and find new meaning in life through the child of one of his deceased friends. At the same time, Clint’s patient Gus Wanzik (Peter MacNeill), a bitter Vietnam vet and former POW, is in need of a liver transplant. Clint discovers a surprise potential donor, but knows that revealing his secret identity could turn many lives upside down. Meanwhile, an Army officer comes to the clinic with information Dr. Hebert (Derek McGrath) has sought about his Uncle George who died in action in World War II. Hebert learns that his uncle was a decorated hero who was killed while diverting sniper fire, saving the lives of 14 fellow soldiers in the 104th Infantry, Timberwolf Division. Hebert’s father Lionel (Tom Harvey) has never talked of his brother’s death, but is finally convinced to attend an emotional reunion of the five surviving members of George’s unit.
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CYRUS IN DARK COMEDY ‘WISH YOU WERE DEAD’ Billy Ray Cyrus, the singer/actor whose series "Doc" is #1 on PAX TV, and also made an acclaimed cameo appearance in David Lynch’s "Mulholland Drive," has expanded his acting resume again with a role in Valerie McCaffrey’s "Wish You Were Dead" set for release on DVD and VHS video on May 21, 2002. "Wish You Were Dead" stars Mary Steenburgen, Cary Elwes and Christopher Lloyd of "Taxi" and "Back To The Future" fame. In the dark farce, Cyrus joins a cast of supporting actors and luminaries such as Gene Simmons of KISS, Sally Kirkland and Robert Englund of "Nightmare on Elm Street" notoriety. Explains Billy Ray Cyrus, "this was another great opportunity for me to learn more about acting, and feeling comfortable in a variety of roles and characters. From ‘Doc’ to ‘Radical Jack’ to ‘Mulholland Drive’… the more you do, the more you learn. I’ve come a long way from the ‘Love Boat.’ Time Flies, Cyrus’ latest CD is set for August release from Sony’s Monument Records.
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CYRUS CREATES SCRIPT FOR ‘DOC’ On May 10, 2002, Billy Ray Cyrus will begin filming a new episode of "Doc," the #1 series on PAX TV. The episode, entitled "Nobody" is based on the song of the same name featured on his upcoming album Time Flies. Cyrus wrote the song about a homeless girl he befriended in Toronto while filming "Doc." He felt the story was so powerful that it deserved its own "Doc" episode. This marks the first time Cyrus has had and active part in writing a script for his show. The "Nobody"
episode of "Doc" will air during the upcoming 3rd season of
the popular program. The Time Flies CD is set for an August 20,
2002 release by Monument Records.
‘DOC’
SECOND SEASON FINALE (NEW YORK, NY) – "Complicated," the second season finale episode of the hit PAX series "Doc" caps off the season on Sunday, May 19 from 8:00–9:00 p.m. (ET/PT) and features the hit song of the same name from one of country music’s hot new female artists, Carolyn Dawn Johnson. "Complicated" is an acclaimed track off Johnson’s successful Arista/Nashville debut album "Room With A View." "Doc" co-creator, Dave Johnson, said, "I heard the song ‘Complicated’ before ‘Room With A View’ was released. I am a huge fan of Carolyn Dawn Johnson and this song perfectly describes the relationship between Nurse Nancy and Clint. I’m grateful that Carolyn and Arista allowed us to use this song!" Johnson added, "We’re also talking to Carolyn about guest-starring in an upcoming episode and we are looking to create a part specifically for her." Carolyn Dawn Johnson, often called CDJ by fans, is a Canadian-born singer-songwriter-producer who moved to Nashville in 1995 to pursue her musical ambitions. In 1999 Johnson became a member of Martina McBride’s band and began touring with her group. Soon after, she signed on with Arista Records and began working on her first solo recording, "Georgia," which quickly landed on the R&R and Billboard charts. Along her career path, Johnson has written and co-written tunes for some of the biggest names in country music, including SheDaisy, Pam Tillis, Linda Davis, Kathy Mattea, Patty Loveless, Suzy Bogguss, JoDee Messina and the 1999 hit number "Single White Female" with Chely Wright. In 2001 she released her debut album "Room With A View" and has been receiving widespread acclaim ever since. Johnson was nominated by the Academy of Country Music with a nomination for Top New Female Vocalist 2000 and recently garnered the prestigious 2002 Juno Award (Canada’s equivalent to the Grammy) for Best Country Artist.
In the aftermath of her mother’s death, Nancy (Andrea Robinson) and Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus) have been spending quite a bit of time together, which leads the Westbury Clinic staff -- and possibly Clint and Nancy themselves -- to wonder if there is more than just friendship between the two of them. But Clint is in a relationship with Dr. Kate Weston (Nancy Sakovich) — or is he? And even though Tippy suggests that Nancy date her handsome lawyer (Grant Nickalls), Nancy’s certainly still available – or isn’t she? Emotions, timing, romance – it’s all a bit "Complicated." Meanwhile, Raul (Tyler Garcia Posey) is desperate to prove to the cutest girl in his class that he is perfect for her. He decides to use the compatibility tests Beverly (Tracy Shreve) is passing around for a class project, and of course, comical results ensue. - PAX - "COMPLICATED"
BILLY RAY
CYRUS’ NEW SONG ‘TIME FLIES’
-- New Billy Ray Cyrus Song Inspires ‘Doc’ Episode -- (NEW YORK, NY) –
“Time Flies,” the Mother’s Day episode of the hit PAX
series “Doc” premiering Sunday, May 12 from 8:00–9:00
p.m. (ET/PT) also marks the world premiere of the original, new Billy
Ray Cyrus song that inspired the episode. “Time Flies,” the
title track on Cyrus’s upcoming cd of the same name, will be heard
by concert goers when Cyrus hits the road June 29th with his nationwide
“Time Flies” tour and when the album is released in August by
Monument Records. In the meantime “Doc” fans and PAX viewers
will preview the song throughout this special episode that underscores
the need to appreciate and value life everyday.
“Doc” writer Joan Considine Johnson was inspired to write this very personal episode by her mother Dorothy’s struggle with terminal cancer. A loving tribute to her mother’s courage, strength and humor, Joan finished the script 2 weeks after her mother passed away. “When my mother was diagnosed,” Considine commented, “she realized that time really does pass us by and we should make every second in this life count. The title of Billy Ray’s song was a perfect match for her new outlook on life. When he played me ‘Time Flies’ I started crying – not just because of my mom and how very personal the lyrics were to Billy Ray, but because of the incredibly universal and powerful message it sends to live life to its fullest.”
“Time Flies”
Synopsis:
“DOC” is PAX's highest-rated series since its launch a year ago and regularly attracts more viewers than UPN and WB in a majority of metered markets. “Doc” was created by Dave Alan Johnson and Gary R. Johnson (“Against the Grain,” “High Incident,” “The Client,” “Second Noah” and PAX’s “Hope Island”). Marilyn Stonehouse produces for Pebblehut Productions.
# # # It’s living in the moment
today
Chorus:
Another day is winding down
Chorus:
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BILLY RAY
CYRUS AND JEFF HEALY JAM TO RAISE MONEY Billy Ray Cyrus, rushed from the Toronto set of his #1 PAX TV series "Doc" last night (Thursday, April 18) to the stage of Jeff Healey’s club "Healey’s" to perform and raise money for the family of "Doc" script supervisor Donald Jones. Jones was recently informed that he has only 3-6 months to live due to liver cancer. Jones is married and has a 3 year-old son. Healey heard Cyrus mention Jones’ plight on the radio and then the two hastily planned the charity concert. Tickets for the event sold out quickly and over 300 fans packed "Healey’s intimate interior to enjoy Cyrus joining Healey’s five piece band to perform some rock & roll classics including "Pink Cadillac," "Keep Your Hands To Yourself," "Sweet Home Alabama," "Wild Thing," and "Honky Tonk Woman." Cyrus performed some of his own songs acoustically as a duet with Healy including "Wher’m I Gonna Live?" "Some Gave All" and "Achy Breaky Heart." The event also was also covered widely by Toronto-based media who also broadcast information on the trust fund set up for Jones’ son, to add to the $7000.00+ raised at the door that night. Donations can be made with checks payable to: Susan Jones In Trust for Cooper Jones, c/o 30 Booth Avenue,
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M4M 2M2. Telephone for more details: 416-778-4858.
BILLY RAY
CYRUS TO HOST CONCERT FUNDRAISER WHO: Singer/actor
Billy Ray Cyrus, star of the #1 rated Pax TV series "Doc." We invite coverage
of the concert as well as one-on-one interviews with Billy Ray Cyrus.
Please contact Luck Media & Marketing, 310-860-9170, to schedule.
‘DOC’
CAPS SECOND SEASON WITH (NEW YORK, NY)—PAX TV, America’s family friendly network, caps the second season of its top-rated series “DOC” during May Sweeps with four all-new episodes focusing on important social issues and matters of the heart. “Doc” stars Billy Ray Cyrus and airs Sunday nights during May sweeps from 8:00–9:00 p.m. (ET/PT).
Synopses of special “Doc” May sweeps episodes:
Sunday, April 28
Sunday, May 5
Sunday, May 12 (NOTE: “Doc” writer Joan Considine Johnson was inspired to write this very personal episode by her mother Dorothy’s struggle with terminal cancer. A loving tribute to her mother’s courage, strength and humor, Joan finished the script 2 weeks after her mother passed away.)
Sunday, May 19
“DOC” is PAX's highest-rated series since its launch a year ago and regularly attracts more viewers than UPN and WB in a majority of metered markets. “Doc” was created by Dave Alan Johnson and Gary R. Johnson (“Against the Grain,” “High Incident,” “The Client,” “Second Noah” and PAX’s “Hope Island”). Marilyn Stonehouse produces for Pebblehut Productions, a Muse Entertainment Company.
BILLY RAY
CYRUS FANS MAKE A HOUSE CALL TO THE SET OF "DOC" Toronto – Two lucky winners of a recent "Country Weekly" magazine contest traveled from their hometown of Midland, Texas to Toronto, Canada and the bustling set of PAX TV’s wildly successful medical drama "Doc". The show’s star, country recording artist Billy Ray Cyrus was on hand to greet contest winner Betty Pool, her friend Evelyn Milby and to ensure that they were given a true VIP experience on the set. Between takes Cyrus spent time visiting with Betty and Evelyn, posing for pictures, delighting them with tales of "Doc" and talking about his forthcoming album tentatively titled "Time Flies" due out this summer. When it came time for Billy Ray to put on his game face and shoot the next scene, Betty and Evelyn were invited to sit with the director and listen in to the stage banter over headphones usually reserved for production staff only. Of course even actors have to eat, so when lunch was served the visiting Texans gladly accepted an invitation to join the cast and crew as they dined. After the meal the cast signed copies of the script of the episode being shot and presented them to Evelyn and Betty. Not to be out done, Billy Ray then gave Betty the shirt he had wore in the episode that day. Cyrus too came away with a lasting memento, "Having the opportunity to connect with two of the shows die-hard fans was really a joy for me this season. I hope they remember it for a long time…I sure will!" Billy Ray Cyrus
fans across the nation will have a chance to get a little closer to the
singer/actor as Home & Garden TV features the Cyrus home on
the show At Home, Wednesday, April 3rd at 10:30 PM EST. (Check
local listings for local air time and replay schedule.)
BILLY RAY,
TRAVIS & WAYLON ANOTHER ACTION-PACKED WEEKEND
FOR BILLY RAY CYRUS It's never a dull moment for Billy Ray Cyrus, when he enjoys a weekend away from his starring role on "Doc," the #1 series on PAX TV. Last Thursday night, after a long day on the set, Cyrus jetted from Toronto to his home in Nashville, and then flew with the entire family to attend his daughter Miley's cheerleading competition in Florida. While in Orlando, a trip to Disneyworld was next up to celebrate the cheer squad's #2 place in the finals. One of the most touching moments of the weekend still lay ahead… upon arrival back in Nashville on Saturday afternoon, Cyrus went straight to rehearsals for the Waylon Jennings memorial concert taking place later that evening at the Ryman Auditorium. Jennings' widow, Jessi Colter invited Cyrus, to perform "Amazing Grace," the song the two men had sung together live on the radio and then became close friends. Well, Waylon Jennings must have been smiling down on his outlaw music pals, because when he arrived backstage, Cyrus found he was sharing a dressing room with Travis Tritt. Tritt warmly welcomed Cyrus into their dressing room and the two spent the afternoon, mainly only with each other, discussing music, family and their mutual good friend Waylon. For the close of the tribute show, Cyrus invited Tritt to join him on stage for "Amazing Grace," which he did to the delight of the audience. Then Kris Kristofferson apparently got caught up the in moment and also joined the duo for the final bars of the hymn. The three men embraced and left the stage together. With some important fences mended, it was back to Toronto for Cyrus for another 16-hour day on the set of "Doc," nice and early on Monday morning. So what did you do this
weekend?
BILLY RAY
CYRUS AND ‘DOC’ TO RECEIVE Los Angeles, CA - It has been announced by the Tenth Annual MovieGuide Awards Gala and Report to the Entertainment Industry, that Billy Ray Cyrus will be the recipient of the Faith & Freedom Award for "DOC" as "2001 Best Television Series/PAX –TV." Since Cyrus will be in Toronto on the set of "DOC" and not able to attend the MovieGuide Awards Gala on March 20, his acceptance speech will be transmitted to the event via satellite or videotape. Billy Ray Cyrus has also been nominated for MovieGuide Awards’ prestigious Grace Prize for his moving performance in the critically acclaimed "Some Gave All" episode of "DOC," that aired last Veterans Day. Additionally, "DOC: Some Gave All" has been nominated for the Epiphany Prize. The "Some Gave All" episode was based on the hit song Cyrus wrote after a chance meeting with a Vietnam veteran. This year’s MovieGuide Gala will be held at the Ahmanson Hall at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles, on Wednesday, March 20, 2002. Accolades and awards aside, "DOC" continues to be PAX-TV’s little show that could. Last Sunday (March 3) "DOC" topped the powerhouse NBC network and was #1 in the ratings in Raleigh-Durham, Greensboro and Kansas City. "DOC" tied NBC in Buffalo and Louisville and barely trailed in several other markets. As per usual, "DOC" topped WB and UPN in more than half the cities across the nation. The previous two Sundays "DOC" even lead the WB network nationally across the board.
Billy Ray Cyrus Says Goodbye To His Friend Waylon Jennings
"I would have to say that one of the biggest highlights and honors of my career was getting to know Waylon and Jessi [Jessi Colter – Jennings’ wife] personally. It actually had progressed to a point in recent years where they would come over to my house for dinner with the family. And we got to make music together as friends as well. "The two words I think of now to describe Waylon are ‘friendship’ and ‘music.’ In light of his passing I feel those words have a common trait… just like music can live on so does friendship. And that friendship we shared will always be a part of who I am." -Billy Ray Cyrus Recording artist/actor/star of "Doc" on PAX TV
SPECIAL EPISODE
OF MEDICAL DRAMA "DOC" (Calabasas Hill, CA) The challenges faced by a patient newly diagnosed with ALS will be addressed in an upcoming episode of the PAX TV series "Doc." The episode, titled "Fearless," was written by Ernie Wallengren, a longtime television writer who was diagnosed with ALS last year. In writing the show, Ernie drew on his own experience facing the disease. "Doc" stars country musician Bill Ray Cyrus. Contemporary Christian recording artist Steven Curtis Chapman guest starts in "Fearless" as a musician diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). "We are thankful to Ernie for turning his personal experience into such a wonderful program. And we are also grateful to Billy Ray Cyrus, the PAX network and the producers of "Doc" for supporting Ernie and his efforts to raise awareness of ALS," said Mike Havlicek, President of The ALS Association. As part of an effort to heighten public awareness of ALS, both "Doc" star Billy Ray Cyrus and Ernie Wallengren will appear in new public service announcements for The ALS Association. The first of these will air in conjunction with the PAX Network’s Broadcast of "Doc" on Sunday, February 17 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET/PT). For more information about "Doc," visit PAX TV's website at www.pax.tv. About ALS and The ALS AssociationALS is a fatal, neurodegenerative disease that attacks nerve cells and pathways in the brain and spinal cord. When these cells die, voluntary muscle control and movement dies with them. Patients in the later stages of the disease are totally paralyzed, yet in most cases, their minds remain sharp and alert. Every day, an average of 15 people in the United States are newly diagnosed with ALS — more than 5,600 people per year. The ALS Association is the only national not-for-profit health agency dedicated solely to the fight against ALS through research, patient and community services, public education, and advocacy.
‘MULHOLLAND
DRIVE’S’ ‘GENE THE POOLMAN’ BILLY RAY CYRUS "I am so thrilled to congratulate David Lynch on his Best Director nomination. David is a risk-taking filmmaker, and the story of the way he got this film to the screen has as many sharp twists and turns as that actual winding road in Los Angeles called ‘Mulholland Drive.’ As ‘Gene The Poolman,’ I learned so much from him on the set of ‘Mulholland Drive.’ To see David and the film getting all these accolades… well as Errol Flynn said, ‘Success is the best revenge.’ All my best to him and everyone involved with ‘Mulholland Drive.’ Billy Ray Cyrus Recording artist/actor/star
of "Doc" on PAX TV
BILLY
RAY CYRUS RECEIVES HONOR Recording star and actor Billy Ray Cyrus recently received a special award from the firefighters of 1st Unit Fire and Safety (Canada) Inc. in Toronto, Canada. "Some Gave All", a two hour episode of the hit PAX TV series "DOC" starring Billy Ray Cyrus that aired on Veterans Day, 2001 focuses on a moving story of a Vietnam Vet with and a firefighter who was affected by the events of 9-11 in New York City. Scenes from the episode were shot on location at the 1st Unit Fire and Safety station house in Toronto and the firefighters created this unique honor for Cyrus as a show of thanks for his ongoing support of rescue workers and veterans everywhere. The Veterans Day episode, based on the lyrics of Cyrus’ song Some Gave All, incorporates interviews of real life rescue workers from Manhattan who were personally affected by the tragedy in NYC and also Veterans of various wars throughout the show. # # # BILLY RAY CYRUS’ HIT SONG ‘BUSY MAN’ SPARKS AN ALL-NEW EPISODE OF HIS HIT SERIES ‘DOC’ TO DEBUT SUNDAY, JANUARY 20, 8 PM ON PAX TV
‘BUSY MAN’ CONTINUES TREND OF BILLY RAY AND ‘DOC’ SERIES PRODUCERS/WRITERS IN TACKLING POIGNANT SOCIAL ISSUES Billy Ray Cyrus and “DOC,” his hit series on PAX TV, are once again targeting an important social issue that is sure to resonate with the program’s loyal family viewers. The lyrics to one of Cyrus’ recent hit songs “Busy Man” (#3 Billboard magazine Country Singles chart), have been developed into the main story line for a “Busy Man” episode of “DOC,” airing this Sunday, January 20, at 8 PM and rebroadcast Tuesday, January 22 at 8:30 PM on PAX TV. The “Busy Man” episode finds Cyrus’ character Dr. Clint Cassidy, treating an ailing Internet entrepreneur. Clint discovers that the executive’s workaholic ways are making himself sick. Clint also tracks down an anonymous singing “angel” who also helps the patient see the light. “Boy this is one everyone, including myself can relate to,” explains Billy Ray Cyrus. “Not only can slowing down to smell the roses, result in a happier, more productive life with friends and family; workaholic behavior is a red flag as a physical concern as well as a mental one. Like the song says, you’ll never seen a tombstone that says, ‘If only I had spent more time at work.’” “DOC” is gaining a reputation for addressing topical social issues. Recently Cyrus’ “Some Gave All,” his highly-recognized song dedicated to all veterans of war, was used as the plot line dealing with a Vietnam veteran and as well as a firefighter effected by September 11th. Also upcoming on “DOC” is an episode titled “Fearless,” guest starring Steven Curtis Chapman as a band teacher faced with an ominous diagnosis…the degenerative disease ALS, commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Billy Ray Cyrus is also currently putting the final touches on his upcoming CD for Monument Records.
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BILLY RAY CYRUS
AND
PAX TV CELEBRATE
THE HOLIDAYS WITH
A CHRISTMAS EPISODE
OF ‘DOC’
SUNDAY, DECEMBER
16
(NEW
YORK, NY)—PAX TV, America’s family friendly network, presents a special
holiday episode of the hit series "Doc," starring Billy
Ray Cyrus on Sunday, December 16 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET/PT). This original
special episode entitled "’Tis the Season" is a central
part of the network’s second annual "Countdown to Christmas"
two weeks of festive movies, specials and holiday-themed episodes of
PAX weekly series December 8-24.
"’Tis the Season" Synopsis: The holidays bring happiness and anxiety to Westbury Clinic when Clint (Billy Ray Cyrus), Nate (Richard Leacock), and Beverly (Tracy Shreve) try to give Raul (Tyler Garcia Posey) a memorable family Christmas, though he still misses his mother. Meanwhile, Nancy (Andrea Robinson) is irked when she draws Dr. Crane (Ron Lea) in the clinic’s gift exchange, especially when he has been acting even more unlikable than usual. When Dr. Crane and Clint nearly come to blows over some pro bono medical care for a group of sick Santas, Clint investigates the reasons behind Dr. Crane’s especially bad attitude, and is surprised by his findings. And Dr. Derek’s (Derek McGrath) wife unexpectedly goes into labor, but experiences unforeseen and dire complications "Doc" was created by Dave Alan Johnson and Gary R. Johnson ("Against the Grain," "High Incident," "The Client," "Second Noah" and PAX’s "Hope Island"). Marilyn Stonehouse produces for Pebblehut Productions, a Muse Entertainment Company. # # # For artwork, please go to www.paxpressroom.tv or contact Jason Hoffman at (818) 487-2037.
BILLY RAY CYRUS
ADDED SOME EXTRA LOVE TO ‘LOVE RIDE 18’ WITH JAY LENO
Billy Ray Cyrus put his money where his fans’ hearts were last weekend in Los Angeles during Love Ride 18, the worlds largest motorcycle event to raise money for charity. For this year’s Love Ride, Cyrus posed a challenge to his fans and then matched the amount they donated to benefit MDA, Disaster Relief and the L.A. Times Reading By Nine program. His fans mailed in around $2500 allowing Cyrus to present Jay Leno, the Grand Marshall of Love Ride, a check for $5000. Not only did Cyrus reach for his checkbook, but he also suited up and showed up in a big way at the motorcycle rally. At the early morning kick-off press conference for the ride, he posed for photos and did media interviews along with Leno, Robert Patrick (X-Files, Terminator), actress Sally Kirkland, Peter Fonda and Willie G. Davidson of Harley Davidson. Billy Ray also got a rousing reaction to his version of the "Star Spangled Banner" and "Some Gave All," his song in tribute to the fact that it was Veterans Day. Cyrus helped lead the pack of 20,000 Harley riders and braved the 50-mile ride on L.A.’s notorious 5 freeway in the pouring rain. At Love Ride, Cyrus performed on the same left-handed Fender guitar he used during his performance on CNN’s "Larry King Live," a couple of days earlier. Cyrus had taken a black felt pen and boldly inked "God Bless America" on the front of the (borrowed) acoustic guitar moments before going on the air.
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BILLY RAY
CYRUS ANNOUNCED TO PRESENT AT ‘THE
35th ANNUAL CMA AWARDS’ NOVEMBER 7th CYRUS
WILL PERFORM ‘WE THE PEOPLE’ IN
THE MACY’S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE NYC NOVEMBER 22nd
LOVE RIDE &
2-HOUR ‘SOME GAVE ALL’ TRIBUTE EPISODE ON ‘DOC" PAX TV
BOTH ON NOVEMBER
11TH, THE "BUSY MAN" GETS EVEN BUSIER
Billy Ray Cyrus has just added two more high-profile appearances to his already jammed-packed schedule. He has just been announced to present an award at "The 35th Annual CMA Awards" in Nashville, TN on November 7th. The three-hour country music spectacular is broadcast live from the Grand Ole Opry House on the CBS Television Network (8:00 – 11:00 PM/EST). Cyrus is being flown in from the Toronto set of his "DOC" PAX TV series. Cyrus will also take part in another American tradition on November 22nd, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. He will ride on the U.S. Mint float and perform "We The People," the song from his recent Southern Rain album (Monument Records) that was used as a campaign anthem for President Bush. The Parade will be broadcast on NBC at 9 a.m. in all time zones. "Some Gave All," the tribute song Cyrus wrote in 1989 to honor veterans of war, it’s being used as the plot line for a two-hour Veterans Day episode for his PAX TV series "DOC." The special episode, including a story line regarding a fireman involved in the September 11th tragedies, will be broadcast on Veterans Day, November 11th (check local listings for time and channel). Cyrus is also performing the song on CNN’s Larry King Live on Friday, November 9th. On November 11th Billy Ray will be in Los Angeles to perform the national anthem and "Some Gave All," at the Love Ride motorcycle charity event with Jay Leno, Peter Fonda, Willie G. Davidson and 20,000 bikers to raise money for disaster relief and the MDA. # # #
BILLY RAY CYRUS
TO HOST SPECIAL ADVANCE SCREENINGS OF ‘SOME GAVE ALL’ HIS 2 HOUR ‘DOC’ VETERANS/NYC FIREFIGHTER TRIBUTE EPISODE |
