Open up a monster case of vino for Courteney Cox and the cul-de-sac crew!

After lashing out at ABC for treating them like the “ugly stepsister,” the cast of Cougar Town received word today that the alphabet net is canceling the critical-fave comedy after the current season. But there is a silver lining (and cause for grape-pounding)! ‘Cause Cougar Town has been picked up by TBS!

The cable network announced today that it has picked up Cougar Town for a fourth season and will re-air old episodes from the first three seasons as well. ABC will no longer air Cougar Town episodes after the season three finale on Tuesday.

We are guessing by Busy Phillips’ recent comments about the “disappointing” way in which ABC has treated the series, the Cougar Town cast and producer Bill Lawrence are feeling pretty jazzy about the move.

In January, Lawrence organized his own promotional event for Cougar Town at the Television Critics Association Press Tour, after ABC declined to invite the cast and crew to their own panel. He also leaked eight episodes to members of the press and, along with his cast, embarked on a grassroots campaign to try to drum up support (and ratings) for the series. Cougar Town’s season three launch was pushed back this year to midseason.

Sources at ABC tell me that many of the network higher-ups are “fans” of the series, but the ratings simply didn’t hold up, so they are clearing the way for some promising new comedies set to launch next season. ABC’s full 2012-2013 schedule will be announced Tuesday at the ABC Upfront in NYC.

Earlier this week, Phillips told our Marc Malkin she’s “really excited about the possibility” of moving to TBS.

We’re told there are no plans for the series to change its name over at TBS (even though the show still doesn’t reflect its title). So look for more funny, self-deprecating lead-ins to that title card.

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UPDATE SUNDAY 5/6: I hear that the deal eyed by both sides is for a two-season pickup by TBS, 15 episodes each, which would allow for Cougar Town to be sold in syndication. Negotiations are progressing and if they come to fruition, an announcement could come as soon as early next week.

PREVIOUS SATURDAY 5/5: Cougar Town is very much on the bubble but a possible cancellation by ABC would not necessarily spell the end of the underrated comedy about a group of wine-loving friends. I’ve learned that TBS has been in talks with Cougar Town producer ABC Studios about potentially picking up the series starring Courteney Cox if ABC ends up canceling it. Sources close to the situation stress that the conversations are preliminary and that transitioning a broadcast series to cable is always tricky financially. “Should the show become available, TEN looks at all opportunities presented to us that fit our brand,” a rep for TBS’ parent Turner Entertainment Networks said, declining further comment.

Cougar Town has had a rough third season. It was taken out of the protected post-Modern Family time slot. Its order was reduced and it was kept off ABC’s fall and midseason schedules until finally landing in the Tuesday 8:30 PM slot after Work It fizzled. Because Cougar Town is produced by ABC’s sister studio, one could assume that the network is aware of the talks with TBS and that the company as a whole might be exploring ways to continue the praised comedy series, which enjoys a devoted following by a core group of passionate fans and is a season away from a shot at syndication.

As ABC is reviewing its comedy pilots for next season, several of its existing series have a good shot at renewals. In addition to Modern Family, The Middle, Suburgatory and Happy Endings, which are assured to return, that also appears very likely for midseason entry Don’t Trust The B—- In Apt. 23, which has several other networks interested and ready to scoop it up if ABC passes. Also looking good to come back is Tim Allen’s Last Man Standing, which had a tough assignment to hold its own as the only multi-camera ABC comedy trying to open a new comedy night for the network. A pickup of Cougar Town by TBS (or ABC) would complicate things for two pilots, CBS’ untitled Louis CK/Spike Feresten project and NBC’s Kari Lizer project, both of which star Cougar Town cast members in second position, Dan Byrd and Josh Hopkins, respectively. If Cougar Town moves to TBS, it would be the second consecutive Bill Lawrence comedy to switch networks, following Scrubs‘ jump to ABC following its 2008 cancellation by NBC. Lawrence co-created Cougar Town with Kevin Biegel. Turner previously picked up another broadcast series, NBC drama Southland, which was recently renewed for a fifth season by TNT.

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You can place a bid up until Wednesday, May 16th at 3:00 PM! Bid at CharityBuzz.com!

Have some fun in the kitchen when you and Busy Philipps bake a cake together!

Currently, Busy Philipps plays Laurie Keller on ABC’s Cougar Town, for which she won a Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series Critic’s Choice Television Award in 2011.

She has also had roles in films like The Smokers, as Karen Carter, the drama film Home Room as Alicia Browning, she appeared in White Chicks, played a supporting role in Made of Honor and appeared in He’s Just Not That Into You.

Busy also had supporting roles in Freaks and Geeks and Dawson’s Creek.

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It was announced today that Busy Philipps will be a presenter at the NewNowNext Awards! The show will be taping on April 5th and will air April 9th on Logo at 10 PM!

Over at Yowie.com on Monday, March 12th at 1:00 PM PT there will be a live video chat with the creators of “Cougar Town”!

chat with Bill Lawrence, co-creator and executive producer of “Cougar Town,” and creator and executive producer of “Scrubs,” and cast members from “Scrubs,” about the Tuesday, March 13 (8:30-9:00 p.m., ET) episode of “Cougar Town” that reunites “Scrubs” alums Sarah Chalke, Robert Clendenin, Ken Jenkins and Robert Maschio (among others).

You can stop by the chat page to ask a question that might be answered during the chat!

Cougar Town star Busy Phillips is partnering with for the next “Doing A Little Good” Boutique – a special two-day sale (starts March 1) hosted by the actress offering members and fans access to exclusive hand-selected merchandise. In turn, Rue La La is donating to Busy’s charity of choice, , in her name.

“Step Up is an organization that does two things simultaneously,” Busy opened up and shared with Celebrity Baby Scoop. “It puts professional women in a mentoring position with underserved teen girls, helping them to achieve their own goals. And it also puts like-minded professional women in contact with each other, helping to advance women all across the board.”

When asked about her fashion icons, Busy replied, “Carrie Bradshaw, for sure. Alexa Chung is so cute and vibrant and hip; I can’t dress like her much because that’s not really my style, but I love seeing what she wears,” Busy said. “I always think Nicole Richie looks amazing and tries out different looks. Kate Winslet, Cate Blanchett, and of course, my friend Michelle Williams.”

We recently saw Busy and her BFF Michelle Williams radiate the red carpet at the Academy Awards. Do they every swap clothes?

Share clothes?! I WISH I was her size!,” Busy said. “She’s teeny tiny all around. Plus I’m like 4 inches taller than her. But I try to more compliment her choices on the red carpet. I mean, if you’re someone’s date and you know you’ll be photographed together, you don’t want to clash! But obviously, she always chooses her dress first- I mean, SHE’S the one up for an award!”

And it sounds like Busy’s 3-year-old daughter Birdie is following in her stylish mama’s footsteps.

She is at an age where she likes to have a say in what she wears,” Busy shared. “But you know, I think because both my husband and I are somewhat stylish dressers, she generally makes good decisions. The hardest part with her is the dreaded jacket/sweater conversation! She HATES wearing them but also hates to be cold. It can be frustrating in the mornings.”

The proud mama went on to share that she loves “everything” about her sweet girl.

I actually LOVE just sitting with her and having frozen yogurt or something and talking,” Busy said. “She says such amazing things – I know I should be writing them down but I always forget to do that. I like taking her to LACMA and the Science Museum here. She’s a really special kid.”

When asked if she sees herself in her only child, the actress replied, “Yes and no. I see my husband in her a lot,” Busy said. “She makes really animated faces, though, which is sooo me! We have the same scowl. She’s also got a really weird sense of humor- which I think she gets from both of us!”

For more information, go to to support Busy’s “Doing A Little Good” Boutique (starts March 1). In connection with the Boutique, Rue La La will be making a donation in Busy’s name.

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Busy Philipps is launching an exclusive two-day online boutique with one of our beloved online retailers, Rue La La.

No, this isn’t just an opportunity to showcase her immaculate personal style or the fun toys that her precious daughter Birdie Leigh plays with on a daily basis. The boutique is one of Rue La La’s ‘Doing A Little Good’ online shop series that focuses on a celebrity’s selected charity.

As if we needed an excuse to cruise through the curated collection (think Tibi and Alex Toys to name a couple) will be donated to ‘Step Up Women’s Network,’ a non-profit that provides victims of abuse, addiction and/or violence with the support and resources they need in order to get back on their feet to succeed at home and in the office.

We know we’re sold on it and you should probably be too. Be sure to log on tomorrow, March 1 at 11 AM EST to start snapping up some awesome clothes for a seriously good cause. See you there!

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