'Rachael' Will Cook Till 2012.(CBS Broadcasting Inc.)

Broadcasting & Cable, June, 2009 by Albiniak, Paige

By Paige Albiniak

New York and Philly ABC stations key for CTD talker

CBS Television Distribution's Rachael Ray has been renewed through the 2011-2012 season in 60% of the country, according to Joe DiSalvo, CTD's president of sales. The renewal will take the show through six seasons. That includes slots on the ABC Owned Television Stations in key markets such as WABC New York and WPVI Philadelphia.

"Our client stations have recognized the quality of Rachael Ray , along with its terrific entertainment value, and consider it a key part of their daytime lineups. Having the ABC stations on board through six seasons speaks to the importance of the show," DiSalvo says.

"Rachael Ray has been a strong performer with viewers and...

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