Big Names Booked at Comedy Central
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Comedy, Prime Time, Talk Shows, Cable, Daily Show, The, Gossip,
Comedy Central’s Jon Stewart, best known for tongue-in-cheek humor on the satirical Daily Show, is getting attention from everywhere recently. Not only has Stewart’s show been nominated for an Emmy, but the host also recently turned down a network gig with NBC. Upcoming guests for The Daily Show include four Presidential candidates: Senator Joseph Biden (D – Del.), who has already appeared on the show once; John McCain (R), who will make his tenth appearance on the show August 16; Tommy Thompson (R – for. Gov. Wisc.) will appear on August 20; and Barack Obama (one of the heavyweight Democratic contenders) will make his second appearance on August 22. The month promises to be full of candidates, coverage on the primary debates, and the jokes that make even this political mess fun.
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It’s Official: Whoopi Joins ‘The View’
Posted by Wendy Michaels Categories: Daytime, Talk Shows, Gossip, Rumors,
Seeing as entertainment news television, websites and all matter of celebrity blogs have been reporting on Whoopi Goldberg filling Rosie O’Donnell’s vacancy on The View, it come as no surprise that yesterday her post was officially announced. Well, maybe a surprise to Sherri Shepherd, who was also rumored to join with Goldberg. Whether or not she will join at a later date has not yet been revealed, but some speculate she may fill the void when Elisabeth Hasselbeck takes maternity leave in November. Barbara Walters announced Whoopi as O’Donnell’s replacement, saying “She’s brilliant, she’s funny, please join us in welcoming Whoopi Goldberg.” Goldberg joined the ladies briefly to say, “I hope so. I love this show. I love watching it, I love coming on it, I love you guys. It’s wonderful.” Awww, group hug. Sounds like this may be a much happier group than the Star Jones and Rosie seasons. Goldberg will be a permanent fixture for the 11th season, beginning September 4th.
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Diane Sawyer Gets Richie’s Story
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Prime Time, Reality, Talk Shows, ABC, Gossip,
Nicole Richie and live-in boyfriend Joel Madden sat down with ABC News anchor Diane Sawyer to talk about life, love, jail, and motherhood. That’s right, Nicole has finally ‘fessed up – she’s four months pregnant. The interview, which will air Thursday and Friday, will feature a Nicole who seems to express remorse for some of her more wild ways. The celebutante seems perfectly ready to accept responsibility for her actions, beginning with a jail sentence she’ll begin before September. Richie pled guilty to the charges and will spend four days behind bars. Richie will also be featured in OK! magazine, to hit the stands Friday. Joel Madden has been dating Richie four about seven months, a relationship beginning just when Madden split from famous former tween Hilary Duff. Some rumors suggest the two may tie the knot this summer, though Richie has not confirmed these plans.
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Jimmy Fallon to Come Back to Late Night?
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Late Night, Reality, Talk Shows, NBC, Gossip,
Conan O’Brien, who is reportedly moving to The Tonight Show, has got to pass the late night baton on to someone. Why not Jimmy Fallon, SNL alum? Show execs say that Fallon is at the top of the short list of candidates to replace O’Brien, though the official announcement won’t be made until 2008. Tina Fay, Fallon’s former Weekend Update co-host, says she thinks Fallon will be great for the gig. There is a possibility that NBC will hold onto Leno, however, as he’s still pulling in a big chunk of ratings for the struggling network. If they do keep Leno, the network will have to pay O’Brien $45 million – a hefty sum indeed for the network that’s currently in fourth place in the network ratings game. Allegedly, NBC also talked to Jon Stewart to entice him away from Comedy Central, but Stewart did not seem very keen on the idea of leaving his cushy cable job. Earlier this year, Stewart was nominated for an Emmy for his funny, edgy political satire show.
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‘The View’ To Announce Replacements
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Daytime, Talk Shows, ABC, Rumors,
For months now, our view of The View has been constantly changing. A long roster of guests have helped to help fill the seat once occupied by Star Jones Reynolds. And occasionally, Whoopi Goldberg has sat in the first seat left cold by Rosie O’Donnell.
The guessing game should end next week when producers are expected to announce permanent replacements. Frequent seat-warmer Sherri Shepherd is finally expected to move from contract to permanent status. (As many times as she has spilled her life story to those ladies, I would be incredibly upset if she did not get the gig). As for the other slot? That has Whoopi’s name written all over it. Apparently, this means all rumors of a possible gay counterpart will probably be squashed.
Unfortunately, ABC’s Human Resources Department will only be getting a quick break. Their job recruitment services will again be on demand soon when Elisabeth Hasselbeck goes on her maternity leave.
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Paris Not an Humanitarian Just Yet
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Prime Time, Reality, Talk Shows, CBS, Talent, Gossip, News,
Paris Hilton has told all and sundry that she’s going to improve her life and do great things for the world…but not before she gets some vacay time. The heiress landed in Maui yesterday afternoon, wearing a terribly ill-fitting black wig and designer sunglasses as a “disguise” that really didn’t work at all. Following her well-watched interview with Larry King, the interviewer told E’s Ryan Seacrest that Paris’s answers were too short, and Paris’s answer to his Bible question made him doubt Miss Hilton has read the tome at all, though she says it was one of her favorite jail pass-times. King also said he doesn’t believe Paris never experimented with drugs. More than three million tuned in to see Paris on Larry King’s show, big ratings for CNN. Missed it the first time? CNN will re-broadcast the Hilton interview today.
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Paris Chats with Larry King
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Prime Time, Reality, Talk Shows, Cable, Talent, Gossip,
In her first public appearance since being released from jail, multi-millionaire heiress Paris Hilton sat down in an intimate setting with Larry King, lots of TV cameras, and a live studio audience to discuss her changed outlook on life and how she’s adapting to freedom once more. She was expecting to be sentenced to community service, not jail, the day she walked into court to receive her sentencing for probation violations. Paris, clad in white, told King that she went through a really traumatic experience, and that she suffered from nightmares while incarcerated. King asked Hilton about the mysterious “medical condition” that led to her one-day respite from jail. Paris explained that she’s claustrophobic, and has been taking medication for attention deficit disorder since the age of 12. She further explained that she suffered severe panic attacks while in her cell, and the house-arrest idea was all a doctor’s recommendation.
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Well, at least she went out with a bang. Snip, Snipe—she and co-host Elisabeth Hasselbeck got into an on-air war of words Wednesday, complete with split screen debate (those clever producers). The political feud over Rosie’s view about the war in Iraq made headlines and, of course, web gossip. As a result, Rosie O’Donnell isn’t gonna hang around for her final three weeks on The View. ABC announced that O’Donnell won’t be back to complete her remaining contract, instead asking for an early leave. Barbara Walters commented, “Rosie contributed to one of our most exciting and successful years at The View. I am most appreciative. Our close and affectionate relationship will not change.” Can’t you just sense Walters’ relief over the early departure? It has been a turbulent year on the show, and although they enjoyed better ratings with Rosie, the numbers came at a cost—Rosie’s outspoken manner made many headlines, most notably her battle with Donald Trump. Unfortunately, her early departure leaves us without the typical Rosie musical spectacular that she would have likely commissioned on her last appearance. Am I upset about that? No way.
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Is this a history making TV event or what? Well, maybe not, but I’m pretty sure that conducting an interview from a hospital bed is a new one. Ellen DeGeneres, who hurt her back over the weekend when she tried to pick up her dog, was instructed to lay flat while she heals. Not one to quit, she carried on with her show—albeit from a hospital bed in her pajamas. Guests had their own hospital bed to lay in during the interview. DeGeneres told her Tuesday audience, “No, I’m not being lazy. I’m forced to bed rest right now. ... And, let me just start by saying I’m on pills.” One of Ellen’s guests was her doctor, Fred Lerner, who advised her to stay in bed for a week. He also added, “I’m hoping in a few weeks, we can see you dance here.” Here, here.
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Could Roseanne Replace Rosie?
Posted by Wendy Michaels Categories: Daytime, Talk Shows, ABC, Syndication, Gossip, Rumors,
After Rosie O’Donnell’s announcement that she’ll be leaving The View, the rumor mills were buzzing about possible replacements. Potential candidates mentioned include Kathy Griffin, Joan Rivers, and Connie Chung, among others. Looks like we have a front runner though with Roseanne Barr, with many speculating that her outspoken demeanor would fill the void nicely. Roseanne responded to the gossip, saying, “I would love the chance to do that… I think I would do a real good job. I’d stir up some real good controversy.” I’m willing to bet after the dust settles when Rosie leaves that the producers (and head Viewmaster Barbara Walters) may just want to steer clear of controversy for awhile. After all, O’Donnell provided more than her fair share of that.
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