True Blood

True Blood is a dramatic series which airs Sunday nights at 9 PM on the premium cable channel HBO, and repeats throughout the week (check local listings). The show has drawn attention both on the blogosphere and elsewhere primarily because of two things: sex and vampires. True Blood features plenty of both.

Created by Alan Ball (Six Feet Under), True Blood is set in a Louisiana bayou town where the locals share space with a new breed of vampires, who, thanks to the development of a synthetic blood drink called True Blood have come out of the closet, and are attempting to integrate themselves into society. Well, most of them anyway, as there are still a few remaining bloodsuckers who are reluctant to give up their old ways.

More specifically, the show centers on the romantic relationship between Sookie Stackhouse (Anna Paquin), a telepathic mortal, and Bill Compton (Stephen Moyer), a 170-year-old vampire. The sexual tension between these two (who reportedly developed a real life romance on the set), as well as other characters including a shape-shifting bar owner has given HBO some of its best ratings for an original series since The Sopranos.

True Blood has developed one of the strongest fan bases to be found anywhere on the blogosphere. You can watch episodes for free at WatchTrueBlood.net. Or catch up on the latest at True-Blood.net.

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• VIDEO: Sam Trammell Explains Why We Love Vampires

  
  ShowHype - Top Television News, Videos, and Blogs — Authority: 172
  Sam Trammell, who portrays the lovable shapeshifter Sam Merlotte in Alan Ball’s hit HBO TV vampire series True Blood spoke with E!Online and tried to find the explanation behind the vampire craze. Also Sam reveals in the video that he has never seen Twilight but perhaps he should since it ... truebloodnet posted ...
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• VIDEO: Sam Trammell Explains Why We Love Vampires

  
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  Sam Trammell, who portrays the lovable shapeshifter Sam Merlotte in Alan Ball’s hit HBO TV vampire series True Blood spoke with E!Online and tried to find the explanation behind the vampire craze.  Also Sam reveals in the video that he has never seen Twilight but perhaps he should since it is so widely popular.  A ...
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• Breakfast with Allan Hyde at EyeCon True Blood

  
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  On November 15, Allan Hyde who portrays Godric on True Blood had breakfast with 5 Billsbabes, Michael (aka SterlingSilverCharm) co-founder of the Billsbabes and the StephenMoyerWebring was one of them. Following her story about the event. Shadaliza posted 3 hours ago from trueblood-online.com Find more top ...
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• Ryan Kwanten is Ripped! Here is His Workout

  
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  You may know who Ryan Kwanten is if you watch True Blood. His show alias is Jason Stackhouse, who is an incredibly well built character. Ryan is extremely defined. He is in fantastic physical condition. Ryan Did Not Get His Physique in a Gym Ryan Kwanten is a 32 year-old native of Australia and used to compete ...
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• Alexander Skarsgard: From Sweden to LA

  
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  Mention the name Alexander Skarsgard these days, most people would cite his roles in Generation Kill or True Blood. Now, after the success of the hit HBO series True Blood and Generation Kill, Alexander Skarsgard finds himself on the cusp of playing in an even bigger league. To date, these are ... truebloodnet ...
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• Alexander Skarsgard: From Sweden to LA

  
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  Mention the name Alexander Skarsgard these days, most people would cite his roles in Generation Kill or True Blood. Now, after the success of the hit HBO series True Blood and Generation Kill, Alexander Skarsgard finds himself on the cusp of playing in an even bigger league. To date, these are his two largest roles; ...
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• How To Deal With Vampires

  
  ShowHype - Top Television News, Videos, and Blogs — Authority: 172
  Vampires are now considered as boyfriend material. Correct me if I’m wrong but some would even want to present themselves to be bitten by the odd creatures. But if the likes of True Blood’s Bill and Eric or Twilight’s Edward Cullen and Stefan Salvatore of Vampire Diaries and ... truebloodnet posted 57 minutes ...
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• How To Deal With Vampires

  
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  Vampires are now considered as boyfriend material. Correct me if I’m wrong but some would even want to present themselves to be bitten by the odd creatures. But if the likes of True Blood’s Bill and Eric or Twilight’s Edward Cullen and Stefan Salvatore of Vampire Diaries and oh, let’s not forget the old time ...
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• Chance To Win The Original True Blood Pilot Script Signed By Creator Alan Ball

  
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  Many thanks to The Vault for sending this post to us and allowing us to post it on our site.  The Vault is giving away four very special unique collectors items in an online raffle of which ALL the proceeds will go directly to the Choroideremia Research Foundation.HBO and Alan Ball graciously provided The Vault [...]
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  Do you have time to watch series on your pc (tv series)? If you find time to do that check this free service where you can watch online your favorite tv series .Watch online series for free , no limitation and best of all you can share opinions , comments .We currently added The Vampire [...]
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• BuzzFocus 2009 TV Series Blu-ray Holiday Gift Guide

  
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  The Holiday season is once again upon us, and there is nothing that says, “I love you” better than the gift of Blu-ray. Our team has compiled a list of TV series that look even better with their 2009 HD release. So kick back, grab a a cup of egg nog, leave a cookie by the fireplace, and try to avoid running ...
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• Josh Duhamel, Katie Holmes and Anna Paquin Trading Spouses

  
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  Josh Duhamel, Katie Holmes, and Anna Paquin talk to Entertainment Tonight about life on set and away from their loved ones. ...read full story
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• Why are Feminists Targeting Twilight?

  
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  One unfortunate side of the punditry and blogosphere is the endless dissecting of pop culture for deeper spiritual, political and societal meanings. It happens every time there’s a blockbuster movie, hit song or TV show. Among Christians, Harry Potter has been a divisive issue. Apparently, New Moon of the ...
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• Chuvahotness # 23 – True Blood’s Ryan Kwanten

  
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  We were having our Thanksgiving dinner at a friend’s house in Pennsylvania and we got into talking about the hottest male stars in the industry today. As you all know (to those who follow my blog), I do have a Chuvahotness Series where I feature men with great bodies and great attitude about life [...]
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• A Nest of Vampires in Old San Juan

  
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  Stephen Moyer, the actor, best known for his role as Vampire Bill Compton in the hit HBO series True Blood is currently in Puerto Rico working on his role in the The Caller. The film also stars Luis Guzman and Lorna Raver. Rachelle Lefevre, who plays Victoria in the Twilight saga, replaced ... truebloodnet posted ...
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• A Nest of Vampires in Old San Juan

  
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  Stephen Moyer, the actor, best known for his role as Vampire Bill Compton in the hit HBO series True Blood is currently in Puerto Rico working on his role in the The Caller. The film also stars Luis Guzman and Lorna Raver. Rachelle Lefevre, who plays Victoria in the Twilight saga, replaced Brittany Murphy, who [...]
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• Anna Paquin and Stephen Moyer Thanksgiving in Puerto Rico

  
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  In an interview with Entertainment Tonight Anna Paquin stated that she will be in Puerto Rico during the American Thanksgiving.  Stephen Moyer is currently filming there in his latest thriller entitled “The Caller” alongside Twilight star Rachelle Lefevre, Luis Guzman and Lorna Raver.  Since Anna is a ...
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• VIDEO: Anna Paquin From The Set of The Romantics

  
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  Entertainment Tonight recently interviewed Anna Paquin and the rest for the cast from the set of “The Romantics” where Anna and the various cast members discussed their roles and the making of the film.  This appears to be a very funny movie and one of those “feel good” films that many will find enjoyable.
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• What We’re Thankful For This Year

  
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  On this Thanksgiving, Mediaite turns 143 days old. We’ll be checking in today between turkey courses, and throughout the rest of the long weekend, but we also wanted to look back on the 143 days since we were first born on that early July morning. And what better way to look at our history than to break down some ...
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• VIDEO: Ryan Kwanten’s Appearance on the Chelsea Lately Show

  
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  Ryan Kwanten, best known for his amazing portrayal of the lovable Jason Stackhouse on Alan Ball’s hit HBO TV vampire series True Blood appeared on The Chelsea Lately Show on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 which was recorded in Australia at the Sydney’s Foxtel Studios. It very enjoyable to ... truebloodnet posted 56 ...
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