12-05-11 -- 12-09-11

Extreme Measures People Take for Beauty, Siblings by Sperm Donors Meet for the First Time Through 'Anderson' Show, 13-Year-Old Dugan Smith Update

Monday, December 05, 2011

Anderson explores the extreme measures people take in pursuit of beauty and perfection. He speaks to victims of botched plastic surgery, including a woman who allegedly had a cement-like substance injected into her cheeks by someone who claimed it was medical-grade silicone. Anderson is also joined by a renowned reconstructive plastic surgeon who answers audience questions and provides useful information about plastic surgery -- and warning signs to look out for.

Plus, meet two viewers, who after watching Anderson's episode on sperm donor reunions, used the resources the show provided to discover they had half-siblings they never knew about. Today, Anderson introduces these siblings in person for the first time.

Also, Anderson follows up with one of his most inspirational guests, 13-year-old Dugan Smith, an aspiring baseball player who previously appeared on the show to share his amazing story of triumph after cancer. Find out what happened after Anderson surprised him with a fantasy trip to the World Series and a meeting with his favorite baseball player, New York Yankees pitcher, C.C. Sabathia, who invited Dugan to join C.C.'s family's team at his charity scavenger hunt.

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Meredith Vieira & Richard Cohen, Betty White, "The Help's" Octavia Spencer

Tuesday, December 06, 2011

Anderson sits down with Meredith Vieira and her husband, Richard Cohen, who has been battling MS for over 40 years. They have an honest and insightful conversation about life, family, Richard's struggle with MS, and what Meredith has been up to since leaving "Today."

Later, the incredibly funny and unpredictable Betty White stops by to talk about her successful new show on TV Land, "Hot in Cleveland." Betty says she's "the luckiest broad on two feet." She also talks with Anderson about being the last remaining "Golden Girl," turning 90 in January, how she stays so young, "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," her crush on Robert Redford, Facebook and more.

Plus, it's the movie stirring Oscar buzz... "The Help's" breakout star Octavia Spencer sits down with Anderson to share her experience working on the movie. She also brings a special surprise for the audience.

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Teacher Abuse Caught on Tape, Stars of 'Hot in Cleveland,' Top Baby Names of the Year

Wednesday, December 07, 2011

Ripped from the headlines, Anderson speaks with the 14-year-old special needs student who made a recording of her teachers abusing and bullying of her. Her outraged father joins Anderson to share their story and his frustration with a system he believes is not protecting children.

"Hot in Cleveland" stars Valerie Bertinelli, Wendie Malick and Jane Leeves stop by to chat about their hit show, working with the always mischievous Betty White, and their tips for looking and feeling great after 40. The "Hot in Cleveland" stars are tested in their knowledge of famous trios, as they play an in-studio trivia game against a trio of viewers from Washington D.C.

Plus, there's an Anderson Cooper baby-naming effect happening. Linda J. Murray, Editor-in-Chief of BabyCenter.com, shares the Top Baby Names of the Year -- including baby-naming trends around the TV shows, "Jersey Shore" and "Real Housewives of New Jersey." Plus, Anderson welcomes a mom and her 9-month-old named Anderson.

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Steve Harvey's Relationship Secrets Revealed, Anderson's Family Dinner Challenge Winners

Thursday, December 08, 2011

Comedian Steve Harvey is giving his no-nonsense dating and relationship advice and staging "man-erventions" on several "Anderson" audience members -- in an effort to adjust their unrealistic expectations of men. Steve and a group of singles play Anderson's version of "Family Feud" called "Singles Feud." Plus, Steve reveals his number one secret to all relationships.

Later, meet winners of Anderson's Family Dinner Challenge from around the country and see what meals they whip up for him! In the studio, winners from the New York area show Anderson how to make their family recipe for pizza dough.