Hilary Duff to Star in New CBS Sitcom

CBS has inked a deal with 16 year old Hilary Duff to star in a "Family Ties" - like comedy to begin in the 2004-05 season. CBS, traditionally an older skewing network, hopes Duff's popularity will bring younger viewers to the aging network. Add this to the busy girl's list of recent achievements: an ad campaign for Hasbro, a new clothing line, the launch of Hilary Duff pre-paid Visa cards for kids, a hit single with a concert tour and a film career. "Mommy, I'm tired!"