Each season, there is a slew of new TV dramas and comedies vying for our attention. And there are always a few breakout stars, the faces and personalities you just can’t get enough of, whether or not their show is picked up (and whether or not you’ve ever heard of them). Here is Snakkle’s list of the biggest stars of the 2011-2012 TV season; who’s your favorite?

As we celebrate Chuck Norris’ birthday take a look at other celebrities who have played themselves on TV and film.

One thing that seems to be trending on ABC for their midseason: B*tches. With their new comedy Don’t trust the B—- in Apartment 23 starring James Van Der Beek (as himself!!!) and Krysten Ritter, as well as dramedy GCB (short for Good Christian B*tches), starring Leslie Bibb and Krisin Chenoweth, there are a lot of strong, female characters headed to your TV screen this winter.