‘Apprentice’ down to final cuts

Only four contestants and two episodes remain for “The Apprentice” (8 p.m., NBC). Last May, “The Apprentice” was the most buzz-worthy show on network television, and featured the brazen Omarosa, the most talked-about primetime villainess since the heyday of “Dallas” and “Dynasty.”

As season two enters the homestretch, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone besides diehard fans who could name the final four. For your information, here’s a rundown.

Lawyer Jennifer M. has raised suspicion in and out of the boardroom with her ability to shirk ultimate responsibility and avoid blame when her teams lost. Her unstated “don’t hate me because I’m blond and beautiful” philosophy has gotten on some nerves, including those of Carolyn, Trump’s right-hand blonde.

Sandy is arguably the weakest of the final four. Her finest hour was leading her team to victory in a bridal boutique competition — no great surprise, since she’s the only player with a background in the wedding-planning racket.

A graduate of both business and law school, Kevin has the most impressive resume. He’s also probably managed to make the most allies over the course of the game. But he’s shown poor business sense on a few occasions.

Kelly is the game’s coolest and most multifaceted player. He’s led his teams to three victories, more than anyone else. And what can you say about a guy with a military background who insisted on drawing and designing his own line of women’s evening gowns?

Only two of these four will emerge from tonight’s round of interviews. If I cared enough to bet, I’d put my money on Kevin and Kelly.

  • “Survivor” (7 p.m., CBS) also sets itself up for Sunday’s grand finale. I have to admit that I was shocked, shocked, shocked by last week’s episode. And I’m not talking about Ami’s all but preordained eviction: I was stunned by the sight of Eliza’s bony body. It’s time for that old hippie, Scout, to stop hogging the manioc. Here’s hoping Twila makes the final cut. She’s the only memorable character in this lot.
  • Lori Loughlin is host to “The 6th Annual Family Television Awards” (8 p.m., WB). Fellow presenters include Christine Lahti (“Jack & Bobby”), Patricia Heaton (“Everybody Loves Raymond”) and extreme-sports star Tony Hawk.
  • Rachael Harris hosts “The Smoking Gun Year End Special 2004” (9 p.m., Court TV). Inspired by the popular Web site devoted to popularizing celebrity mug shots, “Special” features a roundup of the odd but memorable legal tussles of 2004.

Tonight’s other highlights

  • Winter sports in a summer climate on “The O.C.” (7 p.m., Fox).
  • The 2000 special “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer” (7 p.m., WB) devotes an hour to a story best told in a three-minute novelty song.
  • Matt Damon stars in the 2002 thriller “The Bourne Identity” (8 p.m., USA).
  • Jack’s divorce exposes his past indiscretions on “Without a Trace” (9 p.m., CBS).
  • Abby goes above and beyond to find a doctor on Christmas Eve on “ER” (9 p.m., NBC).

Late night

Jerry Seinfeld and Jamie Oliver chat on “Late Show with David Letterman” (10:35 p.m., CBS) … Jay Leno hosts Bernie Mac and Green Day on “The Tonight Show” (10:35 p.m., NBC).

Michael Moore, Patton Oswalt and Ozomatli chat on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” (11:35 p.m., NBC) … Aisha Tyler hosts Eve, Ian Somerhalder and Snow Patrol on “The Late, Late Show” (11:37 p.m., CBS).