Fugitives Run -- The Dog is BACK!

TMZ has learned that Duane "Dog" Chapman will be back in business and back on the air on A&E. Woof!

A network official confirms to TMZ that the show is going back into production, but they've not yet set a premiere date. As of now, they're gearing up -- big time -- in Hawaii and production will begin ASAP. Makeup artists and camera crews have been hired, and houses and cars have been rented, all for the return of the show.

A&E had suspended production on "Dog the Bounty Hunter" indefinitely after a recording surfaced featuring Chapman making racial slurs. Chapman immediately began a tour of forgiveness, working with CORE and other groups to promote racial equality. We're told network execs were "very pleased" with Dog's attempt to make amends and his reaching out to members of the African American community.

A&E isn't just making this decision out of the goodness of their hearts either. The show was insanely popular for the network, here and internationally -- airing in over 20 countries.


K-Fed to Brit - Take the Kiddies for a While


Sources tell TMZ Kevin Federline would like Britney to see her kids, even during the conservatorship. And, sources say the lawyers are in court right now trying to hash out an arrangement for visitation, but as of now they can't reach an agreement.

We're told K-Fed has no prob allowing the kids to visit Brit at her home, with one string attached -- that Brit's parents are present during the visits.

We hear K-Fed isn't worried that anything bad would happen to the kids -- his biggest concern is that Britney might drive with them. But Jamie would be there to put the kibosh on that.

Parent Crap -- click to launchSources also say K-Fed doesn't want custody 100% of the time -- it's just too much. He'd like Britney to share custody or at least visitation.

And we're hearing there's talk Britney could go to a private facility for treatment and K-Fed would have no problem allowing the kids to visit her there, just as they did when Brit was at Promises.

Stay tuned ...


Paris' Party Train Rolls On


Professional partier Paris Hilton isn't taking any sick days this month. Paris was at The Bank at the Bellagio in Las Vegas last night, flailing about on stage in what appears to be some type of therapeutic swaying.
Paris: click to watch
The night before, she was trashing it up with the Pussycat Dolls, doing her best impression of Rihanna in a dominatrixy getup, then splashing around in a giant martini glass like Miz Dita Von Teese.
Paris Hilton -- click to launch
Paris -- she's an original, always.

Matthew B. -- Take My Wife's Dog, Please!


Seriously, folks -- could Matthew Broderick be trying any harder to unload this innocent little dog?
Matthew Broderick: Click to watch
Matthew Broderick left his super-cute little pup tied to a parking meter while he went food shopping -- where anyone and everyone could just walk away with their own hot dog.

Check out the story from TMZ TV and check your local listings for airtimes.

Name That Butt


This recently honeymooned hottie isn't too big to put in a little time cleaning up after her pups.
Whose Ass -- click to launch


Reader Comments

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16. Good for you Dog, I like your show and I think you and your family do a great job. Why don't they go out and catch criminals that murder and mame! No, they have to give you a hard time and cancel your show, that was uncalled for. Glad you will be back, can't wait. Keep up the great work and all the best!

Posted at 7:44PM on Feb 19th 2008 by Lu

17. glad to hear the dog is back! he does more good than harm, and a lot worse goes on in this world that we should be able to forgive him and let him get back to getting the real criminals off the streets

Hey, Paris, aren't you supossed to be doing something good with your life since you got out of jail?? didnt we hear from you that you are going to start to volunteer and do some good for the world?? the only thing we've seen you do since you balled your eyes out in jail is nothing but party.. didnt think you were going to make good on your promise.. what a waste!!!

Posted at 2:31PM on Feb 19th 2008 by AJcares

18. I just listened to the tape of Chapman and im with the other person who said you cant just play part of a tape and not the whole thing. Wasnt that a invasion of his privacy. Why is It all right for blacks to call another one the N word and you dont hear them making a big deal out of it. I think everyone needs to get over it. I believe he is still a good guy. Can't wait for his show to come back. Someone is always looking to make a buck off of someone else so lets sue everybody.

Posted at 2:31PM on Feb 19th 2008 by Nakita1227

19. THE DOG IS A RACIST PIECE OF CRAP. I WOULD TUNE IN TO SEE SOMEONE SHOOT HIS SISSY ASS WHEN HE WHIPS OUT THE PEPPER SPRAY - HE'S A GIGANTIC LOSER AND HE DESERVES TO BE GANG RAPED IN PRISON.

Posted at 2:29PM on Feb 19th 2008 by Pepper White

20. I think that one day wayyyyy into the future, it may be optional to look into Brittany getting custody of her children again. But, as everyone, I'm sure, can see, the poor thing can barely take care of herself, let alone the demands of two very young children. Allow her to recieve the help that she needs, let her work on getting healthier, and don't forget, she is human, and ALL of us make mistakes. My prayers are with you Brit. God bless hon!

Posted at 2:30PM on Feb 19th 2008 by momof7andlovinit

21. #7...I have met Dwayne Chapman and he is one of the least prejudiced people I have ever known. And a couple of the sons that work with him are the same... but the kid that set him up is a real jerk.

Posted at 3:49PM on Feb 19th 2008 by CB

22. wooo! bring me some dog back!

Posted at 2:32PM on Feb 19th 2008 by nctarheel70

23. I am so excited about DOG returning to us!! You have been missed Dog and Family!! I hope the show air's soon. I have been watching small clips on the internet of his show for months now. My kids are also very happy I have 2 boys 4 and 7 who love the show too. I hope the Chapman family is doing well and look forward to seeing the show soon. Welcome Back DOG and Family you where miss very much! Now GO OUT THERE AND GET THOSE BAD GUYS!!!

Posted at 6:49PM on Feb 19th 2008 by jennbug

24. WAY TO GO DOG,UR THE BEST AND WE ALL MISSED U,EVERYBODY SAYS THINGS THAT THEY REALLY DONT MEAN, SO EVERYONE SHOULD THINK ABOUT THAT. CANT WAIT TO SEE UR NEW SHOWS IM BEHIND U AND UR FAMILY 100%, UR THE MAN, GOOD LUCK WITH UR NEW SHOW AND GO GET THE BAD GUYS AND GALS FOR US ALL..

Posted at 2:35PM on Feb 19th 2008 by elizabeth in phoenix

25. well we can see the networks have nothing better to spend there money one?? DOG bounty hunter is the most stupid show ive ever seen well atleast all 2 minutes i watched once, Ide reather watch re-runs of happy days

Posted at 2:37PM on Feb 19th 2008 by william

26. I am so ecstatically happy that Dog is coming back on TV. I have missed the show immensely and have stood by his and his family this whole time. I do NOT believe that Dog is a racist. He was having what was supposed to be a private conversation with his son, and although I don't know the exact words he said, I don't condone them, but Dog has a big heart. He tries to help every fugitive he catches and you have to have heart to do that. Sometimes we say things we shouldn't say when we are mad and upset....but that doesn't make us a racist bigot. Dog, Beth, Tim, Leland, Duane Lee, god bless you all and can't wait to hear when you will be back on the air... My husband and I stopped every Tuesday night whatever we were doing to watch Dog. WE LOVE YOU ALL, and Bethie you too hon! God bless you all@

Posted at 2:38PM on Feb 19th 2008 by Rebecca Berlier

27. Remember, Paris's mother had a short lived show about her teaching manners to everyday young people. It looks to me like Paris should of sat in on some of those lessons! It just goes to show cash doesn't mean class. What happened to Paris going to be a better person and roll model for younger girls??? What happened to that Bible she was carrying around. Wonder why she can't get or keep a boyfriend?

Posted at 2:42PM on Feb 19th 2008 by Carolyn

28. THIS IS GREAT NEWS !!!!!! I BELIEVE YOU ARE ALL GOOD PEOPLE. WE ALL SLIP UP NO MATTER WHO WE ARE !!!!
I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO YOUR NEW SHOWS !!!!!!

Posted at 2:52PM on Feb 19th 2008 by ANOTHER BETH

29. Sigh my life has turned to reading this crap.... Think I'll go get beer...

Posted at 2:40PM on Feb 19th 2008 by hmmmlets see

30. I'M SO HAPPY TO HEAR THAT THE DOG IS BACK! I HAVE NOT WATCHED A&E SINCE THEY TOOK HIM OFF THE AIR. I ACTULLY WOULDN'T LET ANYONE IN MY HOUSEHOLD WATCH A&E (HAHA)!! I GUESS IT WORKED! THEIR RATINGS WENT WAY DOWN. A&E IS NOW WELCOMED BACK INTO MY HOUSE! I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE DOG AND HIS FAMILY BACK ON AIR AND DOING WHAT THEY ARE SO GREAT AT!! GOD BLESS THEM!

Posted at 2:41PM on Feb 19th 2008 by MYLEA

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