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Rosie O’Donnell’s “Variety Hour” Set for November 26th

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I reported back in July that Rosie O’Donnell was in talks to join NBC with a variety show. It has now been confirmed that Rosie’s Variety Hour will premiere on November 26th, which is the night before Thanksgiving.

The show will feature a “topical monologue and feature celebrity guests, musical acts, comedy skits, and a giant giveaway for both the in-studio and home audiences.”

Rosie has always said that this is the type of show that she would love to do and in the statement she released yesterday she stated, “This is a dream come true for any performer . . . Old time variety, live from New York with a nod to Ed Sullivan, Carol Burnett and memories of Sonny and Cher.”

It appears that NBC is being cautious, however, as only the one episode has been ordered, rather than a full season. Are you planning to watch?

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23 Responses to “Rosie O’Donnell’s “Variety Hour” Set for November 26th”

  1. rainlillie Says:

    Thanks Winnie!
    I’m looking forward to see Rosie’s new show. That’s one of the things I like her, is she appreciates the old shows. I loved the Carol Burnett show. Rosie said on her blog, that she would like to go on the Rachel Maddow show. That would be a great show.

  2. Deborah Says:

    YAHOO!! So excited.!!!!

  3. Caty Says:

    I can’t wait!!!!! We need a show like this.
    The Carol Burnett show was fantastic. Rosie is perfect to host this type of show!!

  4. Vegas Says:

    I will watch, I like Rosie and think she would be perfect having a show like this.

  5. June Says:

    I will definatly watch, I am also a fan of the Carol Burnett show! I used to love Rosie’s talk show, this sounds close but with more skits etc… It should be good.

  6. Dana Says:

    I CAN’T WAIT!
    Our country needs a variety comedy show right about now. Enough of those murder cop shows.

  7. susan brown Says:

    Yes, yes and yes. I am looking forward to seeing the show. nd, I wish Rosie to break a leg. I have missed her.

  8. Dee Says:

    Yippee!!!!

    I love how Rosie has dialed back on her blog. The media can’t use her as fodder for the whimper and whine campaign of McCain.

  9. ShannonP Says:

    If the episodes are online, I will definitely watch it.

  10. ShannonP Says:

    Dee, I agree about her dialing back being a good thing. Plus, the more you let McCain and Palin speak, the more they sink themselves. For Rosie to speak up, it would just give Fox News something to yammer on about. Those that feel the same way as her, already have their eyes open by now and can see it for themselves.

    You can’t fix stupid. She must get exhausted by the sheer level of stupidity of some of the comments she gets on her blog. And how people think she owes them a connection or how they are always asking for money in ways they think aren’t obvious.

    You know what I would LOVE? I would love for Elisabeth to go down in flames right about the same time Rosie soared back up. That would be beautiful karma.

  11. Judi Says:

    I am soooooo excited. I’m an oldie and I really miss the variety shows like Carol Burnett, Dean Martin, Ed Sullivan, Andy Williams, Sonny and Cher, Donnie and Marie! I can’t wait. Please PLEASE order a full season, CBS, and at least give it a chance. This is what most viewers want.

    Thanks, Winnie!
    Judi *Doing the Happy Dance*

  12. Roger from Ohio Says:

    Id love to sit down and have a beer with Rosie, and I dont even drink beer!!

    I used to go to her blog a couple times a day, but I noticed that she answered more haters than fans. After a while I just gave up…..I wasnt a hater and I guess not a big enough fan.

    Thats why I like it here…… u all may not agree with me or want me like Joy wants me , but at least I am free to toss in my 2 cents.

  13. Sandy Says:

    Thanks Winnie,
    ABSOLUTELY planning to watch. I’m very happy for Rosie. this is her kind of show, and I know she’ll do great.

  14. Aileen Says:

    Woohoooooooo

    I would definitely watch and record to rewatch again! I miss Rosie!!!!

  15. Sky Says:

    This will be great I just know it! No one is a better host than Rosie and I know she’ll be fantastic live. Sounds like a wonderful idea to bring back this kind of television.

  16. Jenny Says:

    does that mean your going to stop doing recaps and talking about The View.
    or are you going to do Rosies Show?

  17. Betty Says:

    EH ‘go down in flames’ while Rosie ’soars’ how sweet is that……..NOT! There is enough love to go around, I like Rosie but sometimes she brings on her own problems, and she says it herself sometimes on her blog. This country is big (and free) enough for more than one opinion, I wish them both well.

  18. Sky Says:

    Jenny, Rosie’s show is a one off special to start with.

  19. Manny Says:

    I am so excited about this..and the night before Thanksgiving will make it extra special…I loved her show so much!

  20. Catherine Says:

    I have always liked Rosie and look forward to her new show. I thought she was wonderful on the View, but felt bad when she and Elisabeth had their falling out.

  21. marilyn Says:

    I am excited about Rosie’s new TV show. I hoped she would do a LIVE Variety show. I miss this “lost” genre and I have wished for Rosie to be the star.

  22. RayAnn Says:

    I’m so excited, finally something fun and carefree YAY YAY YAY Oh and Hello Winnie and All here!! :)

  23. Pam Says:

    I am SOOOO happy to hear that Rosie will have a new variety show! I love her and she’d be perfect to host such a show. I’ve missed her so much and wish this could be a regular weekly show! Can’t wait!


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