Last year, the former “Ghost Whisperer” star became an author with the relationship memoir “The Day I Shot Cupid,” and she made headlines again for having a new beau … actor-director Alex Beh. Hewitt’s next television project reaffirms her ties to love: She stars with Betty White in the “Hallmark Hall of Fame” drama “The Lost Valentine” Sunday, Jan. 30, on CBS.

“I definitely tend to gravitate toward things that have romance in them,” Hewitt confirms to Zap2it. “I had a lot of fun writing the book, and I really would like to write another one at some point, though I’m not sure when I’ll be able to do that. I learned some things from people who read the book, and I learned some things about myself on the book tour. I feel I have some things to say about that.”

However, Hewitt has nothing to say — not yet, at least — about Valentine’s Day 2011. “It’s one of my favorite holidays,” she allows, “but I don’t know what our plans are going to be.”

While she has come to terms with the end of “Ghost Whisperer,” Hewitt admits that took some time. Now a nominee for a Golden Globe Award for the Lifetime movie “The Client List,” she bought into rumors that ABC might pick up her weekly drama when CBS canceled it last spring after five seasons.

“For me, it was a total shock,” she says of realizing the series wouldn’t continue. “I thought our next season probably would be the last, just because the show had been on for a really long time. It’s hard to come up with new things that will keep people intrigued, but I never thought in a million years that was going to have been our last season.

“I was bummed for Melinda,” Hewitt adds about her spectre-seeing “Ghost Whisperer” character, “because I didn’t feel the series ended the way that she deserved for it to. We left the audience sort of hanging, and I hate that.

“When you’ve taken people on a journey for so long, the least you can do is give them a goodbye. For a show that was about unfinished business, we didn’t get to finish.”

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Thanks to Kelly for grabbing the video for the site!

A lot of different sets were used in the production of Ghost Whisperer. Before they were dismantled and destroyed, Jennifer Love Hewitt returned to take fans on a 17 minute tour and to say goodbye.

In the video’s final moments, Hewitt gets emotional while addressing the show’s loyal viewers. She says, “It was an amazing five years. I can not thank you guys enough, from the bottom of my heart — for being so incredibly gracious, for being so loving, for being so accepting of Melinda and all of her craziness, all of her ghosts all of her nightmares, and all of her unfinished business.”

Hewitt continues, “Your love and support has meant everything to the cast and crew of Ghost Whisperer and we will all miss you guys very, very much. And I promise that I will come back to TV to do something really, really fun. Go get our DVDs, think about us, miss us and know how much we all will miss you. (tears up) Much love.” She has to stop at the end, saying “Sorry.” and giving a tiny wave to the camera.

The 31-year-old stars in The Ghost Whisperer – which has just been cancelled after five seasons – playing Melissa Gordon, who can talk to ghosts, and a recent encounter made her question whether it’s more than just a TV show.

Jennifer revealed: “I’ve definitely had some weird experiences – I had something weird happen in my house two weeks ago.”

She explained: “I collect little miniature antique books and I had a bunch of them on this one shelf in my living room and I heard this really loud noise when I was upstairs in my bedroom. I came down and all the books were all over the floor and I was like ‘well that’s weird, but ok maybe… I don’t know’.

“So I gather the books back up and I put them back on the shelf and I go back upstairs and the second I go upstairs I hear this slamming noise again and all the books were on the floor again. I was like, ‘Alright, honestly, I was just with you all day at work, really you’ve got to come home with me too?’

“Then I realised that I was a normal person, me, just an actress, standing in my house, talking to someone who probably wasn’t there and there was obviously like a tilt problem with the book shelf and my books were on the floor and I was thinking it was a ghost and having a conversation with myself.

“I was like ‘maybe I should have a vacation or two?’.”

From The Press Association

The 31-year-old plays Melinda Gordon, who is able to speak to dead people, in the hit CBS show – which has just been cancelled after five seasons – and viewers often share their real-life encounters with her.

Jennifer revealed: “I have a lot of very unusual, incredibly emotional experiences with people where people will just come up to me and they’ll be like, ‘Can you just sit with me a second? I have to tell you my story because it had to do with the storyline last Friday night’ and then they’ll just start balling like, in the mall.”

She added: “Then I have other times when I have people who will just be convinced that there is a ghost attached to them and that I need to get it off of them, right there when I’m buying lettuce in the middle of the grocery store.

“It kind of goes from both spectrums, from really touching to really funny. People really think that Melinda Gordon is alive and well and out there ready to help!”

The actress revealed she tries to think what her character would do so she can help the people she meets.

She said: “I’ve had to learn the right thing to say because a lot of them are very emotional and they really need somebody to help. So I sort of have these unofficial medium cards in my purse that I can pass out to people with real medium information on it and I can say ‘why don’t you call this person and they will help you’.”

From The Press Association

Set to shoot this summer, Ghostworld is about a ghost who helps a young homicide detective solve crimes. In doing so, he hopes to discover clues to his own life and death. The script was originally written by Daniel Taplitz and What About Brian creator Dana Stevens is also now on board.

Although ABC passed on picking up the series after what Moses calls a “very last minute” cancellation by CBS, Moses is staying positive.

“We always want to keep telling stories because that’s what we are in our heart and our soul,” she says. “ABC and CBS have been incredibly supportive … and it’s important we do additional things.”

From TV Guide

“After five wonderful seasons and over 100 episodes, we are disappointed to announce ‘Ghost Whisperer’ will not be returning for a sixth season,” executive producers Kim Moses and Ian Sander said in a statement Thursday.

ABC, whose studio sibling co-produced “Ghost Whisperer” with CBS, had expressed an interest in “Ghost Whisperer,” which consistently won its Friday-night time period.

Hewitt starred as a medium who can communicate with earthbound spirits and helps them “cross over” to the other side after their unfinished business is resolved.

From Reuters

The long-running drama was axed last week (ends21May10) as part of a sweep by executives at CBS.

But Hewitt’s co-star and ex-boyfriend Jamie Kennedy has revealed there is still “life” in the programme after ABC chiefs expressed interest in picking up Ghost Whisperer for its future schedule.

He says, “They are talking about it, so that’s cool. We haven’t exactly gone into the light, we haven’t crossed over, but we’ve got some life.”

Ghost Whisperer premiered in 2005.

From Contact Music

Melinda’s (Jennifer Love Hewitt) investigation of a poltergeist in the hospital leads to a showdown with supernatural forces terrorizing her and her son on tonight’s “Ghost Whisperer.”

“We have lots of strange children marching around in scary masks, which is so creepy,” Jennifer tells ET. “It’s like, ‘Why do we always have to make children creepy?’ I’m constantly asking the producers. I’m like, ”Can’t we just have a child who’s not creepy, because it freaks me out. It gives me nightmares and I don’t like it.’”

There actually is a non-creepy kid on “Ghost Whisperer,” and that is her son Aiden (Connor Gibbs).

“We find out that he has to come to Melinda’s aid and really saves her life in the season finale,” Jennifer says. “The dark side gets extremely powerful very quickly and he’s sort of her only heroic key. So my son gets to kind of be a superhero for the episode, which is very cool.”

The “Ghost Whisperer” season finale — possibly the series finale — airs tonight at 8 p.m. on CBS.

From ET Online

My sources confirm reports that the following CBS shows have gotten the ax. For your consideration, I have put them in a list from most shocking to “yeah, knew that was happening”:

* Old Christine
* Ghost Whisperer
* Gary Unmarried
* Accidentally on Purpose
* Cold Case
* Miami Medical
* Numb3rs

Yikes. Talk about cleaning house. But here is your bright side: Rules of Engagement and Medium both got renewed. Also, there is still hope that Ghost and Christine might be picked up by ABC.

Poor Jennifer Love Hewitt. But there just might be a plan B for her. I talked to Greg Grunberg yesterday about becoming a series regular on the new NBC rom-com Love Bites. J.Love is guesting in the pilot episode as a free pass for Greg’s character: She’s on the list of celebrities he’s allowed to sleep with. “I end up in a bathroom on a plane with Jennifer Love Hewitt,” he tells me. “I can’t tell you what happens, but it’s very funny. She, by the way, is the greatest.” Perhaps she’ll be back on the show after the mile-high situation?

Love Bites is going to have a revolving door of guest stars each week, so this slew of cancellations could mean grabbing up new characters. Who else should that show pick up from the depths of unemployment? CBS is not commenting on these updates, but we won’t have to wait long. CBS upfronts are tomorrow, and I’ll be there to feed you updates. Meanwhile, head to the comments and rant until the shock wears off.

From E! Online

As Melinda investigates a poltergeist in the hospital, the mystery touches on a much bigger source of danger, and a final showdown looms with the forces from the dark side of the spirit world threatening Melinda and her family.

THE CHILDREN’S PARADE was written and directed by Creator/Consultant John Gray. He dedicates this episode in memory of his mother, Betty Gray (1924-2010), whom he loss during the filming of this episode.

This episode guest stars: Billy Unger as Pete (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, Desperate Housewives); Joey King as Cassidy (CSI, The Suite Life of Zack and Cody); Tammy Townsend as Jacqueline (Sherri, Lincoln Heights); George Wendt as George the Plumber (Family Guy, Saturday Night Live); Asante Jones as Stuart (Strong Medicine, Dexter); Peter Holden as Darren (Scrubs, 24); and Rebecca McFarland as Joan (Saving Grace, Two and a Half Men).

Musically, this episode features “There For You” by The Undeserving and original score by Mark Snow who’s been nominated for 8 Emmys—two of them for GHOST WHISPERER.

When three young college kids stumble onto a stash of buried cash, they unearth more than a windfall. Turns out they’ve literally stirred the bones of a long dead kidnapping victim — and angered not only a vengeful ghost, but a dangerous criminal who still wants the money.

BLOOD MONEY was written by Executive Producers P.K. Simonds and Laurie McCarthy; it was directed by Eric Laneuville.

This episode guest stars: Sean Marquette as “Henry” (CSI, Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends); Wes Robinson as “Greg” (Arrested Development, American Dreams); Trevor Morgan as “Danny” (Law & Order, CSI Miami); Mary Gordon Murray as “Marion Allston”(Nip/Tuck, CSI); Justin Shilton as “Det. Jeff Colson (Melrose Place, Buffy the Vampire Slayer); David Clennon as “Carl” (Grey’s Anatomy, Saved); and Arjay Smith as “Scott” (Navy NCIS, 24).

Musically, this episode features “Michigan” by Derby (Green Submarine); “Spitting Fire” by The Boxer Rebellion; and original score by Mark Snow who’s been nominated for 8 Emmys—two of them for GHOST WHISPERER.

Interestingly, as Ghost Whisperer is co-owned between CBS Studios and ABC Studios, the upshot might be that Ghost Whisperer might drop off of CBS’s schedules and resurface on ABC’s, resulting in a strange echo of last season’s Medium network switcheroo.

The ratings have sunk this season, but the fact is that none of the broadcast networks is doing well on Friday nights this year, and Ghost Whisperer is pulling in okay if unremarkable ratings. There seems to be less of a chance that Ghost Whisperer will be canceled outright, than that CBS will rethink Fridays and leave the show without a berth.

Ghost Whisperer, currently in its 5th season and on the far side of its hundredth episode, is doing well in domestic and international rating and continues to pull a following, as does its brandmade Medium, but given its longevity and success in reruns it wouldn’t be difficult for network execs to decide it has run its course. Medium, wholly owned by CBS Studios and normally keeping all of its Ghost Whisperer lead-in, is slightly more likely to stay on the CBS network, but if CBS decides to shake up Fridays it’s likely both shows will be closed out.

From About.com

BEWARE! Haunted nanny! When a ghost tells Melinda a neighbor’s nanny is a threat to children, Melinda unravels a twisted relationship between the two women, revealing a haunting secret history. Meanwhile Melinda and Jim’s romance kicks into high gear with ‘date night’.

LETHAL COMBINATION was written by Consulting Producer Stephanie SenGupta; it was directed by Executive Producer Kim Moses.

This episode guest stars: Erin Cahill as Kelly ( Boogeyman 3, Saving Grace); Catherine Dent as Laura (The Shield, Criminal Minds); Samantha Bailey as Emily (The Young and the Restless, Criminal Minds); Jay R. Ferguson as Gil (Easy Money, Sleeper Cell); Kirsten Nelson as Sarah (Psych, Eli Stone); and Deidrie Henry as Dr. Mavis Boyd (Three Rivers, Southland)

Musically, this episode features an outstanding song that is tied to the heart and soul of GHOST WHISPERER– “Ghost Town” written and performed by rising star Danielle Barbe (Glass Bone Records), http://www.daniellebarbe.com/fr_index.cfm. Danielle performed at the GHOST WHISPERER 100th Celebration and we’re thrilled to feature GHOST TOWN in the sound track of LETHAL COMBINATION. Additionally, LETHAL COMBINATION features “Out Tonight” by Lemon Sun; “So Far, So Long” by Alexander Cardinale; and You Make Me Happy” by Lindsey Ray.

When the ghost of a private investigator haunts Melinda (Jennifer Love Hewitt), she can’t cross him over until she closes a very personal, complex, and occasionally bizarre case. Meanwhile signs begin to emerge that supernatural threats are gathering on the horizon. Watch the promo here!

DEAD EYE was written by Executive Producers P.K. Simonds and Laurie McCarthy. It was directed by John Behring.

This episode guest stars: John Asher as Charlie (NCIS, CSI), Matt Lowe as Todd (Endwar, Double Trouble), Bruce Davison as Josh Bedford (X-men), Erin Chambers as Sherry (Cold Case, Medium), Jeff Hephner as Alex (Easy Money, Private Practice), and Allison Andreas as Brittany (Belittled, 8 Simple Rules).

Musically, this episode features “Cabin” by Mark Feldman, “In Case I Go Again” by Mikey Wax, “Lifetime” by Katharine McPhee (Verve Music Group), “Morning” by Michael Kisur, “Against the Girl” by In For the Kill, “Not A Lullaby” By The Weepies (Nettwerk), and “Ready to Love Again” by Lady Antebellum (Capital Records Nashville).

A graphic novelist’s livelihood — and life — are threatened when a vengeful ghost takes over his pen, using it to predict violent events that start to come true. ON THIN ICE is very special episode that takes you into a world GHOST WHISPERER has explored on multi platforms (comic books, graphic novels, interactive DVD special features, on-line assets, Comic-Con, etc. ), but NEVER explored in a TV episode. On April 2, Melinda Gordon (Jennifer Love Hewitt) will experience the spirit world like you’ve never seen it before— through a haunted graphic novel that comes to life. You won’t want to miss this stunning all new original episode guest starring Margaret Cho!

In ON THIN ICE, GHOST WHISPERER’S Emmy nominated Visual Effects Team has created a unique digital world that pushes the envelope to new levels rarely experienced on network television. As AVATAR has moved feature films into the 21st Century, GHOST WHISPERER has done the same for television. The GHOST WHISPERER Visual Effects Team (headed up by Armen Kevorkian and Art Codron) has succeeded in breaking new ground in ON THIN ICE, far surpassing their Emmy nominated work on GHOST WHISPERER’S GHOST IN THE MACHINE episode.

ON THIN ICE was written by Co-Producers Melissa Blake and Joy Blake. It was directed by Executive Producer Ian Sander.

This episode guest stars: Margaret Cho as Professor Avery Grant (Drop Dead Diva); Eddie Shin as Damon (Castle, Navy NCIS); Nathan Halliday as Shane (CSI, Cold Case); Cole Williams as Collin (Entourage, Heroes); Eve Gordon as Mariah (Medium, Grey’s Anatomy); Dwier Brown as Jeff (Criminal Minds)

Musically, this episode features “Don’t You Know You’re Beautiful” by Seabird (EMI Christian Music Group); “Safe” by DoubtingParis; “Falling Stars” by Latch Key Kid; “Radio Edit” by Car Stereo Wars (Greg Records); and “Crazy Ride” by Michelle Branch (Warner Bros.)

This Friday’s episode, OLD SINS CAST LONG SHADOWS, is the scariest haunted house episode yet! A routine estate sale lands Melinda (Jennifer Love Hewitt) in the center of dark forces battling for the soul of a little girl who’s been trapped in a violently haunted house for years.

OLD SINS CAST LONG SHADOWS was written by Mark B. Perry. It was directed by Jefery Levy.

This episode guest stars: Joey King as Cassidy (Ramona and Beezuz, CSI); Melinda Clarke as Donna (The O.C.); Deborah Van Valkenburgh as Madame Greta (Too Close for Comfort, CSI); and Dendrie Taylor as Naomi (Jarhead, Sons of Anarchy).

Musically, this episode features “We Fit Together” by Jess Penner (Position Music / Recurrent Records); “Piece of My Mind” by Session 5; and “All This Time” by One Republic (Mosley Music / Interscope Records). For The Ghost Whisperer OLD SINS CAST LONG SHADOWS PLAY LIST this week, please visit http://www.myspace.com/ghostwhisperer .