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McCain Finally Planning His Letterman Appearance

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Late Night, Talk Shows, CBS, Gossip

David Letterman and John McCain

It’s now time for John McCain to sit down and face the music.

Three weeks after famously snubbing David Letterman for an interview with Katie Couric, the Republican presidential candidate will finally attempt to make amends. Assuming he doesn’t need to tend to another “emergency” in Washington, McCain will be seated next to Dave later this week.

The Arizona senator was originally scheduled to appear on the late night program back on September 24, right before the first presidential debate. Unfortunately, McCain canceled his engagement because he was supposedly working on the economic crisis. When Letterman eventually found out the truth, he bitterly expressed his thoughts for days to come.

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Simon Cowell Comments on Fantasia’s Performance

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Daytime, Prime Time, Reality, Talk Shows, FOX, Syndication, American Idol, Video

If you watched last Wednesday’s results show, Fantasia’s guest appearance most likely had you talking. Unfortunately, you were probably commenting about Simon Cowell’s visible reaction rather than the former winner’s actual performance.

Those who missed that rewindable moment are in luck. was kind enough to replay it today for the judge himself:


Sex and the City Cast Visits Oprah

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Daytime, Talk Shows, Syndication, Oprah Winfrey Show, Gossip, News

Sex and the City cast, Oprah

As FilmCrunch earlier reported, the ladies of Sex and the City will be making several stops to promote their upcoming movie.  Now we know of one more visit on their lengthy itineraries:  Oprah.

Come this Thursday (May 1), all four ladies - Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis, Cynthia Nixon - and will be gabbing with the talk show queen.  That date will, of course, kick off a month filled with appearances for the May 30th premiere.

Will Oprah dare question Cattrall and Parker about the rumored discord between them?  Or will the hour be all about shoes and fashion?  Who cares?  It’s not like I won’t be watching anyway.

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Jimmy Fallon Takes Over for Conan O’Brien

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Comedy, Late Night, NBC, Saturday Night Live, News

DescriptionWhat was rumored over a year ago is now finally set to happen.  Jimmy Fallon has been tapped to be Conan O’Brien’s late-night successor.

Speculation as to who would fill the 12:30 AM slot has been ongoing since NBC decided to end ‘s run back in 2004.  With the 2009 deadline now approaching, the network is formally expected to reveal its newest golden child next month.  (I guess that means more ‘Last Calls’ for snubbed Carson Daly.)

Since leaving , Fallon has appeared in a few film projects including last year’s Factory Girl with Sienna Miller.

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Oprah News: Dr. Oz, 30 Rock

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Comedy, Daytime, Prime Time, Talk Shows, NBC, Syndication, Oprah Winfrey Show, Gossip, News

Dr. Mehmet OzBeing one of ‘s friends definitely has its benefits.

Since the talk show queen was instrumental in getting both Dr. Phil and their own shows, you knew it was just a matter of time before she moved on to her next pet project.  This time, she’ll be responsible for making us sick of Dr. Mehmet Oz.

Up until now, I’ve really liked the doctor.  The 47-year-old frequent contributor is very much like that McGraw guy; he tells it like it is.  And guests aren’t afraid to ask him their most embarrassing questions because he’s pleasantly non-judgmental.  (Remember when he hosted that males-only show solo?)  But as likable as the medical expert is, could we tolerate seeing him on a regular basis?

Word has it the latest talk show competitor will hit the airwaves come Fall 2009.  Start prepping your medical questions now.

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Kathie Lee Gifford Returning To Morning TV

Posted by Jacci Lewis Categories: Daytime, Talk Shows, NBC, Editorial, News

Kathie Lee Gifford TodayJust when you were absolutely sure you’d never have to sit through another excruciating story about Kathie Lee Gifford’s children she is coming back to morning TV.

The 11-time Emmy winner has been named co-host of the 4th hour of NBC’s Show. The new gig starts April 7.

is obviously no stranger to this day part. She was on TV for 15 years as co-host of Live with Regis and Kathie Lee. Gifford left the show in 2000. She was replaced by fellow, overly-perky personality, .

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Another Emotional Day for Ellen DeGeneres

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Daytime, Talk Shows, Syndication, Video

Talk show host spoke very passionately today about a topic very close to her heart.  (Thankfully, it had nothing to do with dogs.)  The issue? Homosexuality.

Ellen felt the need to speak up after a 15-year-old boy was recently murdered for being openly gay.  You can see her emotional plea below:


Jimmy Kimmel’s Response to the Sarah Silverman, Matt Damon Video

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Comedy, Late Night, Specials, Talk Shows, ABC, Video

On a special post-Oscar show, late night host issued a response to the now classic Sarah Silverman/Matt Damon video.  (If you haven’t seen it yet, you can watch it here.)

Although it wasn’t nearly as funny as the original creation, the video did have some choice cameos:


Jane Fonda Drops the C-Word on Morning TV

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Talk Shows, NBC, News, Video

Actress woke up the Today show audience this morning when she let a colorful word slip.  The best part?  She didn’t even blink.  She just kept on going…

Unfortunately, host was forced to clean up the mess later and issued an apology.  (You can see that clip after the jump.)

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‘Dancing With The Stars’ Extends Invite to Hillary Clinton

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Prime Time, Reality, ABC, Dancing With The Stars, Gossip

Hillary Clinton, Tyra BanksDuring last month’s sit down with Tyra Banks, Hillary Clinton said she would like to perform on .  (Okay - what she really said was given a choice of competing on either the dancing competition or America’s Next Top Model, she should probably be on the former.)  Well that remark not only amused the audience, it perked up a few ears at ABC.

Just last week, Jared Paul, DWTS’ co-producer, extended an invitation to the presidential candidate.  Although the reality show is not currently taping, it is still on tour.  It’s Paul’s hope that the senator will exploit one of their upcoming stops for her own campaign purposes.  (This is what you would call a win-win situation.) would be given her pick of male dancer and preferred style of dance.

While an appearance would seem unlikely, Hillary has been doing all she can to drum up support.  And really - this wouldn’t be that much different from her stints on Tyra, Letterman or the Ryan Seacrest radio show.  So who knows? 

As of today’s date, she has four tour stops left to choose from (CT, RI, PA).  Let’s see if she can manage to squeeze in another gig.

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