: Re: Can I use the real name of TV shows in my novel? My main characters are famous. Can I use the actual name of entertainment TV shows, such as 'Entertainment Tonight' in my fictional novel?

The short answer is 'yes'. However, the question indicates a core misunderstanding of the basics of fiction writing.

You are not your characters.

"Bob was watching a crappy TV show - The Kardashians." - This could get you in trouble. Ultimately you have expressed an opinion through narartive.

Sally sat glued to TV 'The Kardashians.'

"Really?" said Bob, turning off the TV. "Our marriage is in tatters and rather than try to fix it you want to watch the worst show in the history of television?"

The author has not expressed an opinion - you're safe.

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