It’s a sad day, Gleeks. The annual Glee tour will not be happening this year to allow the cast time to relax.  The Hollywood Reporter is saying that the Glee cast will receive a two month break, but a one-night benefit concert is being planned in California.

A spokesperson for Fox told The Hollywood Reporter, “We currently have no plans of touring the cast this summer.”

The one night event will be at the Hollywood Bowl and will raise money for Glee‘s Give a Note Foundation, which raises money for the arts education in middle schools and high schools. The goal is to raise $10 million this year.

The cast’s various projects would most likely interfere with the tour.  Such projects include Chris’ new book as well as new movie. Also, Amber and Naya are gearing up for the release of their new albums.

It should be noted that Ryan Murphy, who usually goes on tour with the cast, is also extremely busy with his three other shows: The Glee Project, American Horror Story, and an upcoming comedy show called The New Normal on NBC.

What’re your thoughts on this announcement? Do you wish the cast were touring?

Source: ‘Glee’: No Tour This Year

Things are about to get real at McKinley High. NeNe Leakes, one of the stars of Real Housewives of Atlanta, was spotted on the Glee set earlier this month wearing a red-and-black tracksuit, which as we all know are the colors of our favorite fictional high school.

Although there’s not yet an official press release, rumor is that NeNe has been cast in the role of Roz Washington, Sam’s synchronized swim coach. We’ll keep you posted when we know for sure whether or not this news is official, but until then… how do you feel about a Real Housewife joining the cast?

Sources: NeNe Leakes Spotted on Glee Set: Photo Alert!
– Real Housewives of Atlanta

Get the stockings and ugly sweaters ready for Tuesday’s all new Christmas themed episode! To get everyone in the holiday spirit, the Glee Vevo account uploaded two performances from the episode called “Extraordinary Merry Christmas.”

In my opinion, the performances are great and definitely put me in a cheerful mood. I can’t wait for the holidays to arrive!

Here is “All I Want For Christmas Is You” sung by the incredible Amber Riley.

Also, here is “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” which features the entire glee club!

It looks like Trouty Mouth has definitely been working hard while away from Lima! A behind the scenes video of Sam Evans‘ return to McKinely was just released on Glee‘s YouTube channel. Sam is back and he’s brought some super skimpy shorts with him as he is now a stripper going by the name White Chocolate. Chord Overstreet also discussed his first performance back saying that “Red Solo Cup” by Toby Keith is a really fun and funny to perform. Check out the behind the scenes video below:

What’re your thoughts on Sam’s return and new profession?

Between his infamous gold short shorts and an upcoming turn as White Chocolate, you’d think that Chord Overstreet has put in more than his fair share of time as the shirtless eye candy around Glee. Think again! It looks like the writers are committed to getting Sam’s pesky clothes packed safely away.

In a bid to win back the heart of ex-girlfriend Mercedes, Sam will join the synchronized swim team in mid-January. Of course, with a new sports team come new characters, including Sam’s fellow swimmers Webber, Charles, and Vinny, who have yet to be cast.

And don’t be surprised if a familiar face pops up around McKinley High– casting directors are looking for a “well-known comedic character actress” to play Coach Roz Washington. What do you think, “Glee” fans? Is this a good way to win the girl or should Sam keep his feet on dry land?

Sources: Glee Season 3 Episode 10:
Chord Overstreet’s Sam Synchronized Swimming

A long time ago, in a galaxy state far, far away…

Chewbacca visits Lima, Ohio?

As a huge Star Wars fan, I was excited to check my GLEEonFOX Twitter list and find a Twitpic from Chord Overstreet revealing Chewbacca as the special guest for Season 3′s Christmas episode. Soon after Chord’s twitpic of Chewie in the middle of the Choir Room hit the web, the rest of the cast took to their Twitter’s to broadcast their excitement.

For Kevin McHale, Dianna Agron, and Jenna Ushkowitz the visit greatly impacted their lives.

Kevin tweeted:

So far this has been the best day ever.

Dianna, on the other hand, tweeted:

OK. Day made. Week made, actually.

Jenna took it one step further by saying it:

made my life!

Damian McGinty was equally excited and showed his geekier side:

Just had a serious fan boy moment this morning with @chordoverstreet …can’t believe who i just met!! @druidDUDE is in heaven!!

Check out Chewbacca’s photos with Kevin, Harry, Dianna, Chris, Jenna, and Mark as well as this awesome group photo.

What do you think Chewie is doing in the choir room? How are the writers going to be able to pull it off? Post your theories below!

Source: GLEEonFOX Twitter List

He’s baaack! Cory Monteith went to the recording studio today to record some songs for an upcoming episode, and he was greeted by a familiar face, non other than Trouty Mouth himself, Chord Overstreet! He tweeted the photo on the left, welcoming the star back.

As we previously posted, Michael Ausiello of TV Line recently reported that Sam will be back in December, just in time for Sectionals!

Are you excited for Trouty Mouth’s return and his upcoming song!? We definitely are!

Gleeks rejoice! Chord Overstreet is in final talks to reprise his role as Sam Evans on a recurring basis. According to Michael Ausiello of TVline.com :

Assuming the deal closes — and I’m told it definitely will — Overstreet will reprise his role as the sweet, sculpted Sam beginning with this season’s eighth episode (tentatively scheduled to air in early December).

It is unclear as of yet how Sam will be re-introduced, but it will be interesting to see if, and indeed how, his return will affect Mercedes’ new relationship with current squeeze, Shane.

Are you excited to see Sam back at McKinley High?

Source: Glee Exclusive: Chord Overstreet to Return!

As Glee: The Complete Second Season is nearing a release on DVD and Blu-ray, videos of the extras have surfaced. View the hilarious extras we found below:

Glee Season 2 will be released on September 13th and can currently be pre-ordered on Amazon.com for only $34.99.

Stars of Glee have partnered with Vogue to promote the third annual ‘Fashion’s Night Out’, a global fashion event that combines the fashion of top designers with the star power of celebrities with the excitement of reinventing yourself with unique takes on the latest trend. “For the third year in a row, celebrities, designers, and stars will perform and mingle with shoppers as they take part in FNO-exclusive events and snap up special designs.”

FNO will feature designers and brands frequently seen on Glee characters and Glee stars alike, including Anthopologie, Betsey Johnson, J. Crew, and Juicy Couture, among others, during the September 8th event. But before that, Glee stars released a similarly stylish PSA. The PSA, which aired August 23, featured Lea Michele covering David Bowie’s song ‘Fashion’ along with the rest of the cast, in a video designed by Vogue editor Tabitha Simmons.

Follow Fashion’s Night Out on Twitter (@FNOnyc) or check out their homepage (fashionsnightout.com) for more information about the event, or check out the Glee cast’s music video below, and be sure to stay tuned for more from Fashion’s Night Out!

Source: Show Stoppers: Glee Comes to Fashion’s Night Out – Vogue

TVLine‘s Michael Ausiello brings us some news that has Darren Criss and Harry Shum Jr. fans breathing a sigh of relief, but has upset the fans of season two addition Chord Overstreet. Check out what Ausiello has to say below:

It’s a case of good news/bad news for Glee fans.

First the good: Darren Criss (Blaine) and Harry Shum Jr. (Mike) have officially been upgraded to full-time series regulars, effective this fall with the start of Season 3.

And now for the not so good news…

Chord Overstreet‘s series regular option has not been picked up. However, a source close to the show says the actor — who joined the Fox hit last fall in the recurring role of McKinley transfer student Sam Evans — could return as an occasional guest star.

For the rest of the article, check out: Glee Exclusive: Darren Criss and Harry Shum Jr. In, Chord Overstreet Out! – TVLine

It appears that we may have seen the last Sam Evans on Glee. What do you think?

Update: In a recent Ask Ausiello, Michael says, “And to all those inquiring about the status of Ashley Fink, her rep assures me that she will be back on a recurring basis next season.” Phew! I don’t think we could afford to lose another member of the New Directions! We’re glad to hear we’ll be seeing more of Lauren Zizes come fall.

Chord Overstreet stopped by the Ellen Degeneres Show to talk about his name, Glee, meeting Elton John, and maybe even flash Ellen his booty. Check it out below!