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If you thought that Katharine McPhee's character of Karen on "Smash" was going to be altogether distraught over losing the lead role in the Marilyn Monroe music, be prepared to be proven wrong. In a new video to the left of this article, you can see McPhee ...  

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Following her breathtaking performance of Christina Aguilera's "Beautiful" on the first episode of NBC's Smash, former American Idol runner-up Katharine McPhee is set to take on another music industry heavyweight in an upcoming episode, and we've got a ...  

Also, Deborah Messing’s husband (Brian d’Arcy James), while seemingly working on an adoption, is a tad too limp-wristed for me. The two leads, Katherine McPhee and Broadway-vet Megan Hilty are fine. McPhee in particular is terrific. So, I will continue to watch.  

We catch up with Katharine McPhee and Megan Hilty on the set of SmashKatharine McPhee | Hollywood Dailies  

Katharine McPhee‘s glowing star keeps getting brighter. As the March cover girl of SELF, the Smash star and American Idol alum reveals what it feels like to be back in the spotlight. “I get the celebrity game now—you can go from being hot ...  

She probably feels as if her feet haven't touched the ground in days. And in many ways they haven't, as Katharine McPhee has been riding high ever since her new show Smash premiered on NBC last Monday. The series, a concept from Steven Spielberg no less ...  

Music and Lyrics'Smash's' Katharine McPhee: 'American Idol' brought exposure, challengesmsnbc.com (blog) (subscription)By Ree Hines On the new musical drama "Smash," actress, singer and "American Idol" alum Katharine McPhee plays the part of one of two women vying for the role of Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe in a huge song-and-dance production.American Idol Alum Katharine McPhee Is A 'Smash' On New NBC SeriesSheKnows.comKatharine McPhee Sexy...  

Katharine McPhee is someone who knows Randy Jackson rather well thanks to "American Idol," and it really only seemed fitting that the two parties would end up getting together again to talk a bit about how far she has come since season 5. In an interview ...  

Katharine McPhee, who stars as Karen Cartwright on the NBC musical drama "Smash," recently visited "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon" to talk about filming in New York City and her experience with "Smash."  

Katharine McPhee stopped by ‘Late Night With Jimmy Fallon’ on Friday to talk about her Broadway-themed show ‘Smash,’ as well as her misadventures on the Staten Island Ferry while filming in New York City. McPhee told Fallon about the premise of ...  

SMASH — Pictured: “Smash” Key Art: Pictured: (top) Katharine McPhee as Karen Cartwright, (2nd row from top) Jack Davenport as Derek Wills, Megan Hilty as Ivy Lynn, (3rd row from top) Raza Jaffrey as Dev Sundaram, Christian Borle as Tom ...  

On the February 13th episode of NBC's new musical drama series SMASH entitled 'Callbacks', Ivy Megan Hilty and Karen Katharine McPhee jump through hoops for the brilliant but temperamental director Derek Wills Jack Davenport as they pursue the role of a lifetime. Meanwhile, Julia Debra Messing and her husband Frank Brian d'Arcy James, are frustrated by the red tape of an international adoption process, and Eileen Anjelica Huston fights to...  

Whitney Houston was fondly remembered on "Live! With Kelly" (weekdays on ABC) by "Smash" star Katharine McPhee.McPhee, who performed Houston's "I Have Nothing" during her time as a contestant on "American Idol," said she had the honor of performing for Houston shortly after "Idol" Season 5 ended."Clive Davis asked me to sing for Whitney," McPhee told Kelly Ripa and guest co-host Randy Jackson, "and I got to sing a 'Bodyguard' medley for her...  

A new season of American is currently underway with a lot of changes from its debut but one thing remains the same: the dozens of aspiring young artists all hoping to become a star. That’s a dream Katharine McPhee once had. She was the runner ...  

She's in full promo duty as her show continues to make its debut, and Katharine McPhee made an appearance on the “Today” show on Monday (February 13). Sitting down with Matt Lauer, the “American Idol” beauty looked lovely in black slacks paired ...  

David Marshall Grant ("Brothers and Sisters"), Craig Zadan and Neil Meron (Oscar-winning "Chicago," "Hairspray") and Darryl Frank and Justin Falvey ("United States of Tara," "The Borgias") also serve as executive producers. Original songs are ...  

performed by Katharine McPhee “The 20 th  Century Fox Mambo” – written by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman; performed by Katharine McPhee “Crazy Dreams” – written by Barry George Dean, Carrie Underwood and Troy Verges; performed by Megan Hilty.  

performed by Katharine McPhee "Crazy Dreams" – written by Barry George Dean, Carrie Underwood and Troy Verges; performed by Megan Hilty. In "The Callback," tonight's episode of "Smash," Ivy (Megan Hilty) and Karen (Katharine McPhee ...  

Katharine McPhee is starring in the new NBC series ‘Smash,’and now the ‘American Idol‘ alum is showing off her dancing skills in a brand-new clip from the show. The 27-year-old stars as Karen in the Broadway-focused drama, in which she’s vying ...  

Tonight, keep your televisions on NBC after The Voice, because it’s the season premiere of the highly anticipated musical drama, Smash, starring American Idol alum Katharine McPhee! Find out what the show is all about, and watch a sneak peek of tonight’s episode, after the jump. According to NBC, Smash is a musical drama that celebrates the beauty [...]  

On the next episode of NBC's SMASH entitled 'Callbacks', Ivy Megan Hilty and Karen Katharine McPhee jump through hoops for the brilliant but temperamental director Derek Wills Jack Davenport as they pursue the role of a lifetime. Check out a just released photo of the duo below  

Katharine McPhee is absolutely dazzling on the March 2012 cover of Self magazine, and the “Smash” actress revealed the secrets to her trim physique in the accompanying interview. McPhee has five-hour dance rehearsals on most days, and when her schedule allows, she works out for an hour with Oscar Smith. “I love my body when I’m in the best shape I can be in,” she told the mag. “It feels good to be strong.” OMG got the full scoop on Katharine...  

Los Angeles, Feb 10 (THAINDIAN NEWS) Megan Hilty and Katharine McPhee are all set to star in the NBC show Smash, which is all set to premiere at 9pm on Mondays. The whole show is about the going-ons behind making a Broadway show. It would also showcase the lives and times of all the tireless [...]  

Everybody wants a piece of triple Grammy winner Adele, even NBC's "Smash." In the fourth episode of the new musical drama, Katharine McPhee covers the singing sensation.After practicing her dance moves, McPhee's character Karen and her fellow "Marilyn" actors take the stage to rock out to Adele's "Rumor Has It.""I was super excited about that," McPhee told HuffPost TV when asked about the Adele cover. "I was a little bit like, 'Oh god, this...  

Katharine Mcphee former American Idol runner-up back in 2006 has been doing the promotional rounds ahead of the debut episode of Smash the mid-season show thats already being pigeonholed by some as a Glee for grown-ups Smash airs for the first...  

Katharine McPhee is getting plenty of opportunities to promote her new series "Smash" -- and this also includes an opportunity to spend some time chatting with Jimmy Fallon. On Friday ngiht's edition of "Late Night," the former "American Idol" star stopped ...  

NBC's highly anticipated musical drama, starring Katharine McPhee and Megan Hilty, premieres Monday night (February 6).By Christina Garibaldi Katharine McPhee in "Smash" Photo: NBC Unless you have been living under a rock for the past month, chances are you have seen a promo for NBC's new musical drama "Smash." The show, which has been in development since 2009, revolves around two aspiring Broadway stars — played by "American Idol...  

Love. This. Show. LOVE this audition! In case you're in a cave and not watching, we'll fill you in on NBC's new drama, Smash. Among other things, it's about Katharine McPhee is a young Broadway newbie looking to score the lead roll in a musical based on the life of Marilyn Monroe, but she's up against [...]  

Katharine McPhee / from ‘SMASH’ : Let Me Be Your Star  

Katharine McPhee / from ‘SMASH’ : Let Me Be Your Star  

In Monday’s upcoming episode of Smash, “Callbacks”, we see Katharine McPhee (who plays aspiring actress Karen) continue the arduous audition process as she vies for the lead role of Marilyn Monroe in a musical based on the movie star’s life. In the new number “20th Century Mambo”, McPhee dances, sings and vamps as she transforms ... More »  

NBC is treating Katharine McPhee's Idol days like a Cinderella-esque unwanted stepchild. The network refuses to acknowledge McPhee former days on American Idol, which has caused them a lot of flack. On her bio for the Smash site, it doesn't mention anything before her debut album in 2007, which was released almost immediately after Idol. NBC even goes [...]  

American Idol runner-up Katharine McPhee stars with Megan Hilty in NBC's new series about making a Broadway musical, called SMASH. This highly-anticipated show will air after The Voice at 10pm on February 6. Below, hear McPhee talking about the audition process for the show, where she plans to take her character and more  

BOSTON -- “Smash” wowed audiences a week ago and on Monday the star-studded cast is back for round two. The musical drama focuses on the making of a Broadway show. 7News’ Adam Williams sat down with Katharine McPhee, who knows a few things about Boston.  

Unless you died on or around Thanksgiving, NBC has beat you over the head with promos for Smash starring Katherine McPhee. I had planned to live tweet the premiere last night because I wanted to feel... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit IDontLikeYouInThatWay.com for full links, other content, and more! ]]  

“American Idol” alumna Katharine McPhee has a short interview in the March 2012 issue of GQ in which she convinces guys to watch her upcoming NBC musical drama “Smash.” For starters, men, it’s your duty, especially if your significant others sat through football season. “Listen,” said McPhee. “I go see all the guy movies, so now I know I love them. But you have to be open to it. I would say to the girlfriends out there, just nail him down...  

Since making her debut on the fifth season of American Idol, Katharine McPhee has finally returned to television with Smash, the new musical drama on NBC. However, she’s no newbie to acting—she had a role in the 2008 comedy The House Bunny and also auditioned for a role in The Hangover! Read on for how she handled [...]  

AfterElton: I was just talking to Katharine about how interesting and surprising your character is. Megan Hilty: The really amazing thing about this show is that all of the characters are so multidimensional. You love them because of they great things they ...  

AceShowbiz'Smash' 1.02 Clip: Katharine McPhee Channels Marilyn Monroe, Performs Original ...AceShowbizAuditioning for the lead role in a Marilyn Monroe musical, Katharine McPhee's Karen will be seen as the late iconic star when "Smash" returns with a new episode next week. A newly released sneak peek has teased what she will do in order to prove that ...Smash First Look: Watch Katharine McPhee Transform Into Marilyn Monroe With a ...E! Online...  

Katharine McPhee, star of the new NBC series Smash, feels her best when she's in top shape. "I love my body when I’m in the best shape I can be in," McPhee says in the March 2012 issue of Self. "It feels good to be strong.” Katharine, who battled ...  

We also check in with Justin Guarini, Ruben Studdard, Constantine Maroulis and more 'Idol' alumni before season 11 kicks off.By Jim Cantiello Katharine McPhee Photo: Getty Images "American Idol" kicks off its 11th season Wednesday night with its first of eight audition episodes. But before we're inundated with a new batch of contestants (many of whom we'll forget about by June), let's play catch-up with some noteworthy alums. Sure...  

Actress and singer Katharine McPhee talked about Smash, which premieres tomorrow on NBC. The series will follow the making of a fictional Broadway musical about Marilyn Monroe. Katharine plays one of the actresses vying for the coveted role of Marilyn. She explains the show in a football metaphor involving Tom Brady. She says the show is "two people competing for a role" and the "making of a show." Take a look: Photo: Paul Drinkwater/NBC...  

After weeks of hype, Smash premiered on NBC last night. And the Broadway musical-based drama received raves from critics for its performances, music and originality. But, let's face it, many men tuned in just to stare at Katharine McPhee. The former American Idol finalist is featured in the latest issue of GQ, sizzling in a pictorial and understanding exactly how to sell her series. "What if I tell your readers that in episode five I take...  

Katharine Hope McPhee (born March 25, 1984) is an American pop singer, songwriter, actress, model, and television personality. She gained fame as a contestant on the fifth season of the Fox reality show American Idol in 2006, eventually ...  

NBC is hoping "Smash," premiering 9 p.m. Monday, is, well, a smash. Me, too. This brilliant new series takes viewers along on a roller coaster ride behind the scenes of putting on a Broadway show and into the lives of those who work in the ...  

NBC’s ‘Smash‘ is turning out to be a real career resurgence for singer/actress Katharine McPhee. The 27-year-old brunette stunner recently showed off her gams in a tub for GQ and she’s followed that steamy spread by nabbing the cover of the March ...  

Boasting a stellar cast from stage and screen, SMASH stars Emmy award winning actress Debra Messing, Academy Award winner Anjelica Huston, Katharine McPhee, Jack Davenport, Tony Award nominee Christian Borle, Megan Hilty and Tony Award nominee Brian d'Arcy James. McPhee has added another role to her busy schedule Malaria No More spokesperson.  

Her new show "Smash" just made its debut, and Katharine McPhee finds herself featured on teh cover of the March 2012 issue of Self. Clad in a Pleasure Doing Business dress and Kate Spade kicks on teh cover, the 27-year-old spoke with the magazine abot everything from NYC subways to getting fit for "Smash".  

"Smash" star Katharine McPhee is gracing the cover of SELF magazine for the March 2012 issue. Inside, she's sexy in swimwear and the girl-next-door in the striped shirt and cutoff jeans. And she tells the magazine: On her "Smash" fitness routine ...  

Katharine McPhee may have been introduced to America via her 2006 stint on Fox's American Idol. But, if you're just hearing about McPhee for the first time, you'd never know it. The singer-turned-actress' Idol past isn't mentioned anywhere on her bio for ...  

Although fans of Samsh are still wondering who will get to play Marilyn Monroe in the Smash musical, the latest photo has Megan Hilty and Katharine McPhee in stage character for the part. After the pilot of Smash, Katharine McPhee as karen now looks more ...  

Katharine McPhee’s new TV show Smash, a music-filled dramedy about the development of a Broadway musical, premieres tonight on NBC, and she’s doing her best to make sure everyone — especially straight men — tune in. Even if it means hoppping into a bathtub and showing off her gams for GQ. That Kat, so generous! ... More »  

Her third album, the holiday-themed Christmas Is the Time to Say I Love ... McPhee was cast (during the time she had dropped out of college and was auditioning in Los Angeles) in a mall-based MTV soap opera pilot, You Are Here, playing the ...  

Katharine McPhee is hot, hot, hot – not just because of her starring role on the new hit TV show Smash, but because of her sexy, svelte figure, too. The American Idol alum, 27, opens up to SELF magazine about her busy life and how she stays in ...  

Katharine Mcphee may have gained her initial exposure as a contestant on the fifth season of 'American Idol' back in 2006, but it's the new drama series 'Smash,' that could potentially push her onto the next level, with a strong reception greeting the ...  

and Karen (Katharine McPhee) jump through hoops for the brilliant but temperamental director Derek Wills (Jack Davenport) as they pursue the role of a lifetime. Meanwhile, Julia (Debra Messing) and her husband Frank (Brian d'Arcy James), are ...  

When the American Idol runner-up does get a chance to hit the gym, she works with trainer Oscar Smith, who devised a one-hour plan that burns 800-1,000 calories per session. Under Smith's instruction, McPhee begins with a five-minute warm-up run on the ...  

Smash Star Katharine McPhee Flaunts Sexy Bikini Body. All eyes are on Katharine McPhee. As the star of the new NBC hit Smash, the 27-year-old singer-turned-actress knows she needs to be in peak physical condition.  

Katharine Mcphee Smash, Actress Katharine McPhee says "Smash" and "Glee" are nothing alike. In fact, the two shows have very little to do with one another, McPhee says. "I know it always seems like one thing becomes popular and now they do like 50 versions ...  

Though NBC’s new music-based show Smash centers around the world of Broadway and has songs penned by actual Broadway composers, don’t expect just to hear the characters only sing showtunes. In this new promo, Katharine McPhee (who recently sat down with us for a Career Quiz) sings a club-ready tune called “Touch Me”, written and ... More »  

With their extremely loud and colourful outfits, there was no mistaking Uma Thurman and Katharine McPhee as they continued to film new drama series Smash today. Uma looked striking in a bright red coat, orange scarf and black gloves as she filmed scenes ...  

It's so hard to pick between Karen and Ivy ( Megan Hilty) for the lead role, and this clip will only make it harder for you. Check out the original number and tell us who you think should win the part of Marilyn Monroe! Smash airs Monday nights on NBC.  

Here’s what the 27-year-old cover girl and Smash star had to share with the mag: On her first experience with the NYC subways: “Smash has a set in Brooklyn, and on my first day of work, I said, ‘I’m going to be a real New Yorker ...  

"American Idol" Season 5 ended nearly six years ago with Katharine McPhee finishing in second place. Since then, she has struggled to establish herself in both the music and acting industries. With NBC's "Smash," she just might have the found her chance to ...  

NBC's new series featuring Debra Messing and 'American Idol' runner-up Katharine McPhee lovingly examines Broadway's travails and triumphs.NBC's new series featuring Debra Messing and 'American Idol' runner-up Katharine McPhee lovingly examines Broadway's travails and triumphs.  

On NBC's new series, Smash, Katharine McPhee finally gets to show off her acting, dancing and singing skills. But she still regrets not landing the role of the bride (she lost to Sasha Barese) on The Hangover. "I would have loved to play that part ...  

Hollywood Reporter - Found 4 hours agoOn NBC's new series, Smash, Katharine McPhee finally gets to show off her acting, dancing and singing skills. But she still regrets not landing the role of the bride (she lost to Sasha Barese) on The Hangover. "I would have loved to play that part, she tells People. It was so much better than I ... The Roles Katharine McPhee Lost Before Smash - People...  

Katharine McPhee sizzles in a hot photo shoot and interview in the March 2012 issue of GQ. McPhee is promoting her new musical drama series Smash, which premieres on February 6, 2012 on NBC. The pictures show the beautiful McPhee lounging in a ...  

"It's been happening, especially the last couple of weeks," says the Broadway performer of "Wicked" fame, whose character on the new series is vying with Katharine McPhee's to star in a Broadway musical about Marilyn Monroe. Hilty's favorite example?  

It's always so interesting to hear about this sort of thing! Katharine McPhee has gone from American Idol to movies like The House Bunny and Shark Night to the lead in Smash, but according to the actress/singer, she was this close to being cast in the breakout comedy The Hangover! She explains: "It was between me and the [...]  

The battle for the role of Marilyn Monroe is on on NBC's "Smash"! In one corner, there's young, inexperienced Broadway dreamer Karen Cartwright (Katharine McPhee) and in the next is Ivy Lynn (Megan Hilty), a stage veteran who is more than ready ...  

We were first introduced to Katharine McPhee and her stunning singing voice back in the fifth season of American Idol, and now we get to hear her all over again in her role in NBC’s Smash. In the debut episode of Smash, which centers on the ...  

Los Angeles, Feb 7 (THAINDIAN NEWS) Katharine McPhee sizzles in the GQ Magazine photo shoot. She gained name and fame when she was placed as the runner up in the fifth season of the American Idol. And now she is all set to rock her fans again with her show ...  

Katherine McPhee posing for a sexy shoot for GQ magazine. ... Katharine McPhee: "Smash" Sexy for GQ. Tweet. Posted Monday February 6, 2012 11:10 AM GMT. Coming the very same day in which her brand new series is set for it's ...  

In many cases, the runners up leave bigger impression on the entertainment business than the actual winners (i.e. Jennifer Hudson, Adam Lambert, and Katharine McPhee). The paring of Broadway veteran Megan Hilty ("Wicked") against total newbie ...  

Katharine McPhee looks very sexy in her GQ Magazine photo shoot. The timing for the pictorial is good, the American Idol season five runner-up Katharine McPhee is in NBC’s highly anticipated show Smash, which is receiving rave reviews. In her interview ...  

During episodes of NBC's new series, "Smash," actors perform songs, just as they do on "Glee." That's where the similarities end, Katharine McPhee says.Contributor: Sandra JohnsonPublished: Feb 07, 2012  

Katharine McPhee’s new show “Smash” debuted to great ratings and positive reviews and now the former American Idol star has landed inside the pages of GQ. “Smash” focuses on McPhee’s character as she tries to make her mark on Broadway.  

Katharine McPhee takes center stage in NBC's new show Smash, and the sexy star has three big reasons everyone should be watching - especially all the guys out there whose girlfriends want them to s...  

Her third album, the holiday-themed Christmas Is the Time to Say I Love ... McPhee was cast (during the time she had dropped out of college and was auditioning in Los Angeles) in a mall-based MTV soap opera pilot, You Are Here, playing the ...  

Former American Idol contestant Katharine McPhee has proven that she’s all woman in the new hit musical show, Smash, showing off a sizzling sexy side that most fans didn’t even know existed! In celebration of her ground-breaking new role ...  

"Smash"'s Katharine McPhee looking FOINE in GQ. As if you actually needed any more incentive to watch NBC's new show "Smash" (musical numbers, dancing, and celebrities aren't enough?), the show's star Katharine McPhee also happens to look all ...  

Katharine McPhee seems to have the golden touch: American Idol. "Smash." And now looking sweetly seductive in a new GQ magazine photo spread. Is there anything she can't do? For years, the young star thought the answer was yes when it came to her eating ...  

In one of the photos for the March issue of the magazine, the 'Smash' beauty gives a peek at her sexy pink lingerie while staring seductively at the camera from inside a bathtub. Katharine McPhee is showing off her sexy side for a magazine spread.  

Katharine McPhee sizzles in a hot photo shoot and interview in the March 2012 issue of GQ. McPhee is promoting her new musical drama series Smash, which premieres on February 6, 2012 on NBC. The pictures show the beautiful McPhee lounging in a ...  

Katharine McPhee is probably the most recognizable star on the TV show "Smash" these days. Among the likes of Anjelica Huston, Debra Messing and Megan Hilty, McPhee was probably in front of more people on a single night of "American Idol." Now McPhee plays ...  

I would say to the girlfriends out there: Just nail him down, make him watch an episode with you." McPhee also spoke with People magazine about the challenges of landing a role in Hollywood. Her "Smash" character, Broadway hopeful Karen ...  

TV musicals are geared towards a certain audience — and that audience is not made up of straight males. But that won’t stop Katharine McPhee, “American Idol” runner-up and star of the new NBC series “Smash” from trying to appeal to ...  

Katharine McPhee has joked about going nude in her upcoming show, Smash. The American Idol runner up stars in the anticipated new musical series which is being touted as Glee for grown-ups. And the 27-year-old actress teased fans in the March issue of GQ ...  

"It was between me and the girl who got it for The Hangover [as] the bride. I didn't get it, but I went all the way. I would have loved to play that part. It was so much better than I would have ever thought it could be. It was unbelievably ...  

Katharine McPhee is in the March issue of GQ which comes out later this month. She’s promoting her new series Smash, another show about people randomly breaking into song, which isn’t the biggest man aphrodisiac (manphrodisiac?) so GQ asked her to come up with three things that would persuade men to watch it. Reason #1: Your ...  

They'll need just the right Marilyn to pull it off, so cue numerous attractive young ladies - including former American Idol runner-up Katharine McPhee - to fight tooth and nail for the opportunity. With some steamy scenes and adults rather than high ...  

"Smash" star Katharine McPhee is posing in super sexy photos for GQ magazine. McPhee, a brunette bombshell, is stripped down to her nighties. The photos show just enough cleavage to want you to tune into Smash and see just what this girl's got.  

CTV.caKatharine McPhee Jokes With GQ: I Take Off All My Clothes In 'SMASH'CelebuzzAmerican Idol season five runner-up Katharine McPhee is about to have a spectacular year. She's starring in NBC's highly anticipated show SMASH, which is receiving rave reviews. On the show, Katharine plays Karen Cartwright, an aspiring actress who ...Interview: Christian Borle Talks "Smash" and Those Inevitable "Glee" ComparisonsAfterElton.comall 1,005 news...  

Katharine McPhee‘s new NBC series ‘Smash‘ kicks off tonight at 10PM ET on NBC and this beautiful and talented former ‘American Idol‘ contestant gets to perform originals and covers on the series. There is always at least one original on the show ...  

Katharine McPhee shows off her sexy side in this new shot for GQ magazine’s March 2012 issue. The 27-year-old Smash star listed a few reasons guys should watch her new NBC show! “Listen,” Kat said. “I go see all the guy movies, so now I ...  

Coming the very same day in which her brand new series is set for it's television debut, Katharine McPhee is looking ever-so-sexy in an early look at an upcoming feature from the March 2012 issue of GQ. The 27-year-old struck a few seductive poses for ...  

NBC’s new musical drama “Smash” may be the explosive hit show NBC has been waiting for. Hopefully “Smash” will continue to draw in viewers. Its opening-night drew 11.5 million people to watch the show, according to early Nielsen ...  

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Katharine McPhee has come a long way since audiences first fell in love with her on American Idol in 2006. The 27-year-old singer-actress sexes up the March issue of GQ, posing in sexy pink lingerie and peering seductively at the camera from ...  

The brunette beauty cleans up nice in these shots, laying in a bath tub, showing off her shapely legs and staring at you seductively with black-rimmed eyes, as if you were the only one in the room. Kat poses in a manner that could melt the polar ice caps.  

Singing competition veterans Katharine McPhee and Melanie Amaro attend the NFL Honors and Pepsi Rookie Of The Year event held at Murat Theatre on Saturday (February 4) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Earlier in the weekend, X Factor USA winner Melanie ...  

 I am excited about Smash. If it’s good, that’s going to be fun and if it’s terrible, that will ALSO be fun. Maybe even MORE fun. And anything that has McPhee back to brunette is okay with me.  This outfit might be okay with me, too — although anyone with a stylist worth her snuff Read More ...  

Unfortunately for her legion of male fans, she was only making a tongue-in-cheek remark in an attempt to get more men to tune in. The 27-year-old joked: 'Okay, how about this: What if I tell your readers that in episode five I take off all my clothes?  

She's a Broadway star you might recognize for playing Glinda in Wicked and Doralee Rhodes in 9 to 5: The Musical, but soon, Megan Hilty may be best-known for her role in Smash. The NBC series, which premiered its pilot last night at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, follows a group of theater folk who are working to stage a Marilyn Monroe musical, and it also stars Debra Messing, Anjelica Huston, Katharine McPhee, and fellow stage actor...  

NBC unveiled a special commercial on Sunday, February 5 featuring the casts of many of its shows singing Frank Loesser's "Brotherhood of Man" from How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Among the featured vocalists were Smash stars Megan Hilty ...  

If you’ve read all the hype about the musical drama Smash and you think it’s another Glee, Katharine McPhee says think again. The American Idol runner-up says the new series – which premieres on NBC Monday – is nothing like the FOX ...  

Every 45 seconds a child dies from malaria. It doesn’t have to be this way as malaria is both preventable and treatable. That’s why I’m joining Mom Bloggers for Social Good in supporting Malaria No More's Dream Big for Africa campaign. Malaria No More’s mission is simple: to end malaria deaths in Africa by 2015. [...]Dream Big for Africa with Katharine McPhee and Malaria No More is a post from: This Mama Cooks! Stop by for more healthy recipes!  

Unless you threw out your TV along with the carcass of Thanksgiving's turkey, you're probably well aware (and have been for months) as to what's happening on NBC tonight. Namely, the premiere of the network's much-hyped musical series "Smash.  

With this in mind, the network has hired Nick Cannon to serve as a correspondent during some of these promotional interviews, and here is just some of what has been featured: Nick talked with a very-pregnant Jessica Simpson about her show "Fashion Star ...  

During the first episode of Smash, Megan Hilty and Katharine McPhee showcase the many different sides of Marilyn Monroe.Contributor: Sandra JohnsonPublished: Feb 07, 2012  

Fresh-faced beauty Katharine McPhee came close to clinching the American Idol crown in 2006, emerging as the runner-up to Taylor Hicks. Now, after three albums and a handful of acting gigs, she’s hitting a career high note with the NBC series ...  

Katharine McPhee, star of the upcoming series “Smash,” has had much experience in auditioning, which earned her second place on “American Idol” in 2006 and lead role in NBC’s new musical drama. The singer-turned-actress described auditioning for ...  

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Singer/actress Katharine McPhee is still kicking herself after losing out on the chance to play Justin Bartha's fiancee in box office smash hit The Hangover.  

One of the season’s most anticipated shows, NBC’s Smash premieres on Monday, Feb 6 with an all-star cast that includes Katharine McPhee, Debra Messing, and Jack Davenport. Although McPhee, a former American Idol competitor, has managed to stay in the ...  

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American Idol star Katharine Mcphee looked lovely in a custom Donna Karan nude gown at the 2012 Golden Globe Awards. Katharine presented the award for Best Actor in a Mini-Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television. Katharine will be starring in the upcoming NBC series, Smash. You can watch a trailer here. Photos: © HFPA Permalink | Recent Headlines | Facebook | Our News Feeds  

Her time on American Idol may be long gone, but Katharine McPhee is still a golden girl. The lovely chanteuse has opted for a Donna Karan embellished corset gown of layered gold tissue, complemented with champagne-hued platform pumps. She keeps things soft up top with loose, tousled ringlets and subtle coral-peach lipstick and blush with gold flecks. What do you think? Does her look deserve first place? Vote on all of our Golden Globe Awards...  

Newly arrived from Iowa in pursuit of her Broadway dream, Karen must learn to navigate the shark-infested waters of the professional theater world to win the role of a lifetime against her competition, stage veteran Ivy Lynn Megan Hilty, all while maintaining her integrity.  

Katharine McPhee, one of the stars of NBC's Smash, a new drama about the making of a Broadway musical, believes the world would be a much better place if everyone sang more. "Even if they're just singing for themselves in the shower," the former ...  

It’s no secret she loves her chihuahua pups, and Katharine McPhee was spotted tending to Nena’s needs on Thursday (February 3) in New York City. During a break from filming, the “Say Goodbye” gal looked cute in tall boots, red pants and a jacket as ...  

Katharine McPhee has said that she was not intimidated by auditioning for Steven Spielberg for Smash. The actress, who plays aspiring Broadway star Karen on the new NBC musical drama, revealed that she had a "simple" audition for the role and finds the ...  

Former "American Idol" contestant Katharine McPhee is hoping her star turn ... He earned a ton of controversy for his performance at the 2009 American Music Awards. As we all know controversy sells and Lambert is more popular than ever.  

It's been a while since we've seen Katharine McPhee in the spotlight. Now all eyes are on her as the "American Idol" alum takes on the leading role as Karen Carpenter in the highly anticipated NBC musical drama "Smash." But the road to "Smash" hasn't been ...  

In July 2011, Forbes reported that McPhee was #10 on their list of the 10 Top-Earning American Idols (she was tied with David Archuleta and David Cook), earning $1 million (pre-tax estimates before subtracting manager and agent fees) for music ...  

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Katharine McPhee says that all actresses are in competition for roles.  

Katharine Hope McPhee (born March 25, 1984) is an American pop singer, songwriter, actress, model, and television personality. She gained fame as a contestant on the fifth season of the Fox reality show American Idol in 2006, eventually finishing as the ...  

NBC held a premiere event at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for its upcoming series, Smash, which follows the making of a Broadway play about Marilyn Monroe. The pilot premieres on NBC on February 6th, but NBC has already released the pilot online. Katharine McPhee, who wore Donna Karan, says the Broadway world is a fascinating, intriguing world that people want to know more about. Katharine plays one of the actress trying out for the...  

01/06/2012 - Katharine McPhee - NBC Universal 2012 Winter TCA Press Tour All-Star Party - Arrivals - The Athenaeum - Pasadena, CA, USA © Andrew Evans / PR Photos Katharine McPhee stars in this tale of dreams realized and stars born.  

American Idol runner-up Katharine McPhee stars with Megan Hilty in NBC's new series about making a Broadway musical, called SMASH. This highly-anticipated show will air after The Voice at 10pm on February 6. Below, hear McPhee talking about the ...  

Katharine Hope McPhee (born March 25, 1984) is an American pop singer, songwriter, actress, model, and television personality. She gained fame as a contestant on the fifth season of the Fox reality show American Idol in 2006, eventually ...  

Here is an extended sneak peak of NBC's Smash, which premieres on February 6. The show - which includes musical numbers - is centered around the creation of a broadway play based on Marilyn Monroe's life. Some of the stars of the series include Debra Messing, Brian D'Arcy James, Christian Borle, Katharine McPhee, Jack Davenport, Megan Hilty and Angelica Huston. Katharine Mcphee and Megan Hilty play actresses battling for the role of Marilyn...  

(Reuters) - Life has been full of ups and downs for Katharine McPhee since she ended "American Idol" as runner-up in 2006. Dropped by her record label in 2008 after her debut album, McPhee has struggled to establish a mainstream career as a ...  

Katharine McPhee’s going from aspiring Idol to aspiring icon – namely Marilyn Monroe – with her new role in the musical series “Smash," debuting February 6th on NBC. The former “American Idol” contestant tells PopcornBiz she’s set her ...  

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Life has been full of ups and downs for Katharine McPhee since she ended "American Idol" as runner-up in 2006. Dropped by her record label in 2008 after her debut album, McPhee has struggled to establish a mainstream career as a ...  

It doesn’t seem possible, but it really has been six years since hundreds of thousands of ‘American Idol‘ fans caught a McPheever for Katharine McPhee — and although she’s released a handful of albums since finishing her tenure as a contestant on ...  

Katharine McPhee, Season 5 ‘American Idol‘ runner-up and star of the upcoming musical drama ‘Smash,’ is joining forces with Malaria No More to fight the deadly disease that kills a child every minute in Africa. In a new video, McPhee solicits ...  

Celebrities and good causes go hand-in-hand, and Katharine McPhee is teaming with Malaria No More for a new campaign called “Dream Big.” The initiative has been set up to raise awareness and funding to help end the massive malaria-related deaths in Africa.  

Lesley Goldberg The former "American Idol" contestant takes center stage in a new clip that aired during the Super Bowl in an attempt to entice male viewers.read more  

For those who remember "American Idol's" fifth season, Katharine McPhee's opening number in "Smash" was a bit like déjà vu.  

American Idol runner-up Katharine McPhee stars with Megan Hilty in NBC's new series about making a Broadway musical, called SMASH. This highly-anticipated show will air after The Voice at 10pm on February 6. In this new promo for SMASH ...  

"Watch this specially filmed music video of Katharine McPhee singing 'Beautiful ... Raza Jaffrey (Dev, Mayor Bloomberg's deputy press secretary and Karen's boyfriend): "You know what's great about that poster is so many people say to me, 'So, of course ...  

The Smash star says she never intended to become a singer.  

's "Touch Me" while wearing only a sheet as scenes from the highly anticipated drama are intercut in the minute-long clip. Compared to previous clips, ...  

Smash creator reveals Katharine McPhee was a first choice for the role.  

Its premiere is less than two weeks away, and the pilot episode for NBC’s highly-anticipated “Smash” has hit the web. Starring “American Idol” alum Katharine McPhee, the much-talked-about musical series is produced by iconic director Steven Spielberg.  

Did being on "American Idol" hurt Katharine McPhee when it came to getting future gigs? Ultimately, we're looking at a double-edged sword here. "Idol" has made McPhee a major name, but many casting directors are wary when it comes to booking reality personalities.  

Singer and actor Nick Cannon awkwardly and superficially interviewed celebrities such as Adam Sandler and Katharine McPhee, the star of "Smash." McPhee hit a low point by trying to force a comparison of her character to a young Brady. Few of NBC's stars ...  

This show is just FABULOUS and one of the best new shows on television at this moment. The acting was phenomenal, especially from newcomer Katharine McPhee who made her debut on "American Idol." McPhee is a wonder to behold and this show will do great ...  

Oklahoma City fans are excited about the premier of the new show 'Smash' with Katharine McPhee of 'American Idol.' This new show will premier on the Monday after 'Super Bowl' XLVI. You can watch it now if you can't wait! Katharine McPhee will sing ...  

Katharine McPhee and Larry King are among those choosing the New York Giants to win, while Jessica Simpson and Arnold Schwarzenegger are cheering for the New England Patriots. Of the Sunday, February 5 game, "Smash" star McPhee said, "I went to school in ...  

Katharine McPhee and Uma Thurman were spotted dressed identically in red berets, red scarves and leather bomber jackets as they filmed scenes for Smash on location today in Brooklyn, New York. In what marks her first significant TV gig, Thurman ...  

You might have heard of the new show "Smash," the TV show about the making of a fictional Broadway show which might eventually actually come to Broadway for real. It's all a bit confusing, but seems to have gotten off the ground regardless.  

LOS ANGELES -- For both Katharine McPhee and Anjelica Huston, "Smash" is a real leap of faith. It's their first series, their first shot at television's brass ring, their first chance to break through and make a different name for themselves. And yet the ...  

Kellie Pickler wants you to know she’s a traditional gal — and she’s making it very clear with her new album, “100 Proof.” Comedian and “30 Rock” cast member Tracy Morgan is back at work in New York after a brief hospitalization in Utah.  

From her first LGBT press interview five years ago, the star of NBC's Smash shares her desire to be an icon to the gay community.  

Good things come to those who keep at it. Katharine McPhee, the beautiful, 27-year-old runner up of the 5th season of "American Idol," produced three albums, but didn't hit the popularity scale as much as, say, a Jennifer Hudson. That may soon change with ...  

Katharine McPhee is excited for audiences to see her new starring role in Smash and wants people to know the show is completely different than that other singing show. Katharine McPhee wants to make something clear right now -- her new NBC show, Smash, is ...  

Katharine McPhee looked exquisite in a nude Donna Karan corset gown at the 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA on Sunday, January 15, 2012. January 16, 2012, (Sawf News) - Katharine McPhee looked exquisite ...  

Earlier this month, I spoke with Katharine McPhee, season five runner up on “American Idol,” about her journey to what could be a career-changing role on NBC’s “Smash.” The risky Broadway-themed drama debuts Feb. 6, the day after the ...  

Not just a stigma with reality stars but it’s just like anything else: the actress was too tall, she’s too short, she’s too fat, she too thin ... way the world views success and they expect Idols to do, mine has just been a longer journey ...  

Katharine McPhee has come up with an interesting idea to raise awareness for a cause close to her heart while giving a fan a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It's called the "Dream Big" campaign. Fans of the American-Idol-singer-turned-Smash-star can donate ...  

Katharine McPhee was no instant Smash. McPhee has the lead role in Smash, the super-hyped, Broadway-based TV series that debuts Monday, Feb. 6 on NBC and CTV. But it actually has been six years since McPhee became known to the world through her second ...  

NEW YORK, Jan. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Text Message for a Chance to Travel to Africa with Katharine McPhee Smash star Katharine McPhee has joined forces with Malaria No More on the "Dream Big" campaign, an effort to help end malaria ...  

Singer and actor Nick Cannon awkwardly and superficially interviewed celebrities such as Adam Sandler and Katharine McPhee, the star of "Smash." McPhee hit a low point by trying to force a comparison of her character to a young Brady.  

Singer and actor Nick Cannon awkwardly and superficially interviewed celebrities such as Adam Sandler and Katharine McPhee, the star of "Smash." McPhee hit a low point by trying to force a comparison of her character to a young Brady.  

American Idol premieres season 11 this week, so it’s the perfect time for one of its alum to make headlines for doing something fabulous. Katharine McPhee, who competed on Idol in 2006 and came in second place, kicks off the Dream Big campaign to benefit ...  

She had the voice of an angel; but not quite the luck of Kelly Clarkson or Jennifer Hudson. But American Idol star Katharine McPhee has been offered a second shot of fame as she stars in new television drama Smash. The brunette beauty has been filming ...  

by Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Josh Horowitz Katharine McPhee at the Golden Globes on Sunday (Photo: Jeff Vespa/ WireImage ) During the Golden Globes on Sunday night (January 15), there was one promo that played nearly on a loop. The commercial for NBC ...  

Despite all those not-so-nice things you may have heard about theater people, it sounds like there's no cattiness coming out of the latest musical show made for TV! MTV News' Josh Horowitz caught up with Katharine McPhee, star of the upcoming ...  

On February 6, NBC is set to launch one of their most-ambitious shows yet in "Smash" -- and Katharine McPhee is doing just about everything she can to get people excited about it. Speaking in a new interview with MTV at the 2012 Golden Globes Sunday night ...  

Looking picture perfect for the red carpet festivities, Katharine McPhee turned up for the 69th annual Golden Globe Awards in Los Angeles, California on Sunday evening (January 15). Taking place at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, the "American Idol" alum was in ...  

Singer/actress Katharine Mcphee has become the spokesperson for a malaria charity to help battle the epidemic in Africa. The former American Idol star is the new representative for Malaria No More (Mnm), which works with various organisations in a bid to ...  

Katharine McPhee was no instant Smash. McPhee has the lead role in Smash, the super-hyped, Broadway-based TV series that debuts Monday, Feb. 6 on NBC and CTV. But it actually has been six years since McPhee became known to the world through her second ...  

American Idol singer Katharine McPhee now stars on NBC’s new drama Smash. She plays an aspiring theater actor auditioning for musical about Marilyn Monroe. The drama of the show ranges from backsta...  

That’s February 6th for the non-football fans out there. Smash stars Katharine McPhee, Megan Hilty, Debra Messing, Christian Borle and Anjelica Huston. The hour-long musical drama will follow a group of fictional characters who band together ...  

Katharine McPhee walking her dog in NYC (February 2).  

Katharine McPhee looked great at the NBC Universal’s Winter Tour party at The Athenaeum in LA with her shoulder-length chestnut brown hair in romantic, voluminous curls. Katharine wore a black dress with that showed off her toned arms and tiny waist. Check out more celebrity hairstyles here >> Photos: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN.com    

KATHARINE MCPHEE walked the red carpet at the NBC Universal 2012 Winter TCA Press Tour All-Star Party on Friday in a black SportMax dress. What do you think? Hot or not? The stunning brunette and former “American Idol” contestant attended the event in ...  

Boasting a stellar cast from stage and screen, SMASH stars Emmy award winning actress Debra Messing, Academy Award winner Anjelica Huston, Katharine McPhee, Jack Davenport, Tony Award nominee Christian Borle, Megan Hilty and Tony Award nominee ...  

Additional presenters have been announced for the 69th annual Golden Globe Awards. As previously reported, the prizes will be awarded in a ceremony to be held on Sunday, January 15 in Los Angeles and aired live on NBC. Ricky Gervais will host. Among the ...  

There was certainly a lot up for discussion as Katharine McPhee attended a press conference to promote her new American TV show Smash. The 27-year-old former American Idol winner turned heads in a daring orange keyhole dress, which was split to the thigh ...  

Smash co-stars Katherine McPhee and Megan Hilty film for their upcoming television show in midtown Manhattan under the bright lights of New York City in early December. The two fabulous ladies sang a rendition of Rihanna’s hit “Cheers (Drink ...  

The world will watch Katharine McPhee star in Smash when it debuts on the small screen February 6. But U can see it earlier than that!! In an official statement from Comcast's XFINITY TV, the news broke that fans and television enthusiasts can watch it as early as January 16! Not only that, but they're gonna [...]  

Singer/actress Katharine McPhee has become a spokesperson for Malaria No More, an organization that works in partnership with various NGOs, corporations, individuals and charities on its mission to “end deaths due to malaria”. Although death due to ...  

Katharine McPhee has become a spokesperson for Malaria No More. "I finish taping the first season of Smash in New York City sometime in the middle of March, and at that point I will be getting ready to travel to a country Africa to fulfill my duties ...  

Actress and singer Katharine McPhee has come a long way from her “American Idol” days. Not only does she have a new TV show kicking off this year, she has also become a spokesperson for Malaria No More, an organization that works to “end ...  

Katharine Hope McPhee (born March 25, 1984) is an American pop singer, songwriter, actress, model, and television personality. She gained fame as a contestant on the fifth season of the Fox reality show American Idol in 2006, eventually finishing as the ...  

The 27-year-old star of the upcoming NBC show Smash wore a custom Donna Karan nude chiffon & tulle silver leaf embroidered gown. Katharine will serve as a presenter at tonight’s ceremony! Don’t miss Smash, also starring Debra Messing ...  

It’s one of the most anticipated new shows of 2012, and a behind-the-scenes video for NBC’s “Smash” has recently been released. In the sneak peek, co-stars Katharine McPhee and Megan Hilty dance around in the streets of Manhattan while covering Rihanna’s hit song “Cheers.” While McPhee sported a casual ensemble and shades, Hilty dressed as a pretty little angel for the filming session. Check out the...  

Katharine McPhee is finding her Broadway dreams satisfied by her new television series ... at least for now. The fifth-season "American Idol" runner-up plays a novice actress competing for the stage role of Marilyn Monroe on "Smash," NBC's new ...  

Katharine McPhee had a "simple" audition for Smash.  

Entertainment Weekly has released a first look at SMASH stars Megan Hilty and Katharine McPhee in costume as the title character in the show's musical, Marilyn. See it below  

If you think the new NBC series ‘Smash’ won’t be up your alley because musicals “just aren’t your thing,” think again. ‘Smash’ is not just a musical drama, it’s the whole package — what an action film would be if it were a TV show… ab ...  

Boasting a stellar cast from stage and screen, SMASH stars Emmy award winning actress Debra Messing, Academy Award winner Anjelica Huston, Katharine McPhee, Jack Davenport, Tony Award nominee Christian Borle, Megan Hilty and Tony Award nominee ...  

A trio of lovely ladies -- a "Desperate Housewife," a former "Gossip Girl," and a one-time "American Idol" finalist -- strutted their stuff in the same sparkling Alice + Olivia "Breck" dress on three different days less than two months apart. Now it's up ...