If you're a fan of the television series Criminal Minds, you've no doubt heard the news that CBS has decided to eliminate actress AJ Cook (Jennifer "JJ" Jareau) completely and drastically reduce screen time for Paget Brewster (Emily Prentis). We've heard "financial reasons" and the old standby of "creative changes" given as excuses. Well, I for one am not buying it.
So, I have an idea. Remember when Jericho fans bombarded CBS with peanuts in protest of their cancellation of that show? It gained national attention and as a result, CBS brought the series back.
We need to do this again. We need to send a message to CBS to protest their decision to cut two strong female characters from one of their best shows, by sending something that speaks clearly our intention that if they carry through with this plan, they will lose a huge fan base of viewers.
My suggestion is this: LIPSTICK. Everyone mail lipstick to CBS and tell them if they eliminate AJ Cook and Paget Brewster from the Criminal Minds line-up, they can KISS their viewers goodbye.
Even if you don't wear lipstick, you can pick up a tube at a dollar store. That and postage is all it will cost you. But think about the cost to your entertainment, in the long run.
If you're in agreement with this, then join me in sending this message to CBS! Here's the address:
Ms. Nina Tassler
President, CBS Entertainment
7800 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90039-2112
President, CBS Entertainment
7800 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90039-2112
Hey Tam, I wrote a quick note that can be C/P'd for the lipstick. Would you care to take a look and give it the okay? Im on twitter at @mombailey1973
ReplyDeleteWe've already started a campaign like this - in which we mail (decorated) manila folders (like the case files seen on the show), filled with MISSING posters of the ladies.
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If you would like we can affiliate and make a joint campaign...
You would want to send them to the LA offices of CBS. That is where Nina Tassler is, not in NYC.
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Got it! Will make correction immediately! THANKS!
ReplyDeleteCalie, that's a fab idea -- let's do it!
ReplyDeleteHere is the pro-forma letter for the lipstick/envelope treat pkg--LOL!!
ReplyDeleteTo whom this may concern,
I am a fan of your show, Criminal Minds, and I am writing this letter to register my complaint about the cast changes involving AJ Cook (Jennifer Jareau) and Paget Brewster (Emily Prentiss).
As you may know, since the story broke there have been over 20,000 signatures on an online petition stating that the fans want to keep AJ and Paget on the show. This has also been signed by other members of the Criminal Minds cast and well-known celebrities.
This tube of lipstick, Mr./Mrs. Executive is sent with the intent for you to realize that we, your viewing audience, want our lovely female cast members back or you can KISS us goodbye, as well. As far as we the fans are concerned, your reasons do not seem to be valid given the show is more popular than ever. Also, as one of the 12.4million viewers of your season finale, I am appalled and outraged at the “creative decision” you have made for me.
Bring back AJ Cook and reinstate Paget Brewster’s screen time, your ratings will appreciate it.
Sincerely,
Sign here
Great idea! I'll send one lipstick, here from Portugal in my name and the same of some of my friends who loves CM ;)
ReplyDeleteOops... "in my name and in the name of some of my friends"
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