TLC GIVES MISS AMERICA A MAKEOVER IN ORIGINAL REALITY PROGRAM MISS
AMERICA: REALITY CHECK

-- Michael Urie from ABC's "Ugly Betty" to Host Four-part HD Special
Premiering January 4, 2008, Leading up to the Miss America LIVE! Finale on
January 26, 2008 --

Los Angeles, CA -- TLC ushers this classic television event into the
modern era with the new four-part reality special MISS AMERICA:
REALITY CHECK. Michael Urie (ABC's "Ugly Betty") is tapped to host
the programs, premiering January 4 at 10 PM (ET/PT) and airing
consecutive Friday nights leading up to the MISS AMERICA LIVE! finale
on Saturday, January 26, 8-10 PM (ET live/PT tape-delayed). MISS
AMERICA: REALITY CHECK was shot in high definition and can be viewed
on the TLC HD simulcast.

For the first time in history, MISS AMERICA: REALITY CHECK brings all
52 beauty queens together to live under one roof to undo everything
they have learned about pageant basics and determine if their smarts,
attitudes and looks hold up in contemporary society. Led by host
Urie, the girls participate in an intense set of events and
challenges designed to prepare them for the finale event, a renewed
competition that will redefine what it takes to be Miss America, a
relatable and individual it girl' who can connect with today's modern
woman.

MISS AMERICA: REALITY CHECK calls on tastemakers to lead the hopefuls
through their journey as they learn the latest trends, newest
hairstyles and how to represent themselves as role models in today's
modern world. Throughout the episodes, the girls will be critiqued on
their progress by an elite advisory board comprised of celebrity
stylist Jeanie Mae, Us Weekly editor Dina Sansing, and celebrity
photographer Mark Liddell.

Additionally, special guests will share their area of expertise with
the contestants including the current Miss America Lauren Nelson,
Stacy London and Clinton Kelly from TLC's hit show "What Not to
Wear," world-renowned make-up artist Napoleon Perdis, celebrity
hairstylist Kim Vo, choreographer Fred Tallaksen, and fashion expert
Randolph Duke.

"The Miss America of today is more than a pretty face," says Brant
Pinvidic, senior vice president of programming for TLC. "These are
remarkable women who have made great contributions to their
communities. We want to give America the chance to get to know these
women and follow their journey as they strive to obtain the Miss
America title on January 26 in Las Vegas." MISS AMERICA: REALITY
CHECK is produced by PB&J Television for TLC. Executive Producers for
PB&J are Patty Ivins and Julie Pizzi. TLC's HD simulcast service is
available nationwide on DirecTV and DISH Network and via numerous
local cable and telco providers. About TLC

Source: TLC Press Release