Matt Donnelly

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Matt Donnelly has written for the ABC Studios family drama "Brothers & Sisters" as well as the relationship comedy "Mixology." He recently earned an Ovation Award nomination for the stage musical "Recorded in Hollywood," which premiered in April 2015.

Ellen DeGeneres during a taping of "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" (Brooks Kraft/Getty Images)

“The Ellen DeGeneres Show” ousts three top producers

Matt Donnelly, Cynthia Littleton

We are all sick of Elf on the Shelf: For next year, here are 6 surveillance alternatives to keep your kids in line

Matt Donnelly

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Don’t be a crappy Thanksgiving guest: Here are 12 tips to make sure you’re invited back next year

Matt Donnelly