A TRAGEDY UNFOLDS FOR ADRIAN AND BEN ON "THE SECRET LIFE OF THE AMERICAN TEENAGER," PREMIERING ON MONDAY, JUNE 6 AT 8:00PM ET/PT ON ABC FAMILY

Burbank, CA (June 1, 2011) - Adrian and Ben experience a heart-breaking tragedy, on "The Secret Life of the American Teenager," premiering on Monday, June 6 (8:00 - 9:00 PM ET/PT).

In the one-hour episode, "Or Not to Be...," Adrian and Ben prepare for the imminent arrival of their daughter. When Adrian experiences discomfort, the couple - believing she is about to go into labor - are instructed by their doctor to leave for the hospital. Ben and Adrian agree not to call anyone until they know more, but as word spreads she is in the hospital, family and friends gather there to share the joyous occasion. But the couple learn some devastating news that will change their lives forever and will need those closest to them for support.

The series cast includes Shailene Woodley, Ken Baumann, Mark Derwin, India Eisley, Greg Finley, Daren Kagasoff, Megan Park, Francia Raisa with Steve Schirripa and Molly Ringwald. In "...Or Not to Be," the guest stars include Nick Zano, Philip Anthony-Rodriguez, Anne Ramsay, Beverley Mitchell, Elaine Kagan, Paola Turbay, Renee Olstead, Camille Winbush, Allen Evangelista, Amy Rider, L.Scott Caldwell, Grant Harvey, Tricia O'Kelley, William R. Moses, Oliver Muirhead, Jared Kusnitz, Luke Zimmerman, Sarah Hernandez, Annie Tedesco, Randy Wayne with Reid Scott and Kathy Kinney. Special guest star includes Josie Bissett.

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