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By Mike Hughes
Gannett News Service

Tonight's Must-See

"Friends," 7 p.m., NBC. Ever since Chandler's grand gesture of quitting his out-of-state job, there have been complications. Tonight's troubles are financial. He and Monica each ask Joey — separately — for a secret loan.

"Biography," 6 p.m., A&E. As a kid in Harlem, James Baldwin drew constant ridicule. Strangers mocked his big eyes and skinny body. What Baldwin could do was write with beauty and passion. His novels, essays and stories made him a hero in the United States and as an expatriate in Paris. This excellent documentary makes rich use of Baldwin's writing and of vintage photos and clips.

Of Note

"Survivor: The Amazon," 7 p.m., CBS. It's time for the second person to be ousted.

"Michael Jackson Take Two: The Interview They Wouldn't Show You," 7 p.m., Fox. Following ABC's airing of a British special that painted a grim portrait of Michael Jackson, Fox is broadcasting a counterpoint by Jackson and his production crew.

"Will & Grace," 8 p.m., NBC. After teaching Karen's cousin Barry about the hip, gay life, Will and Jack have his coming-out party. There are repercussions.