Bob Barker did not endorse Rosie for ‘Price’ host - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Brian Damage · 06-21-2007, 10:07 AM

LOS ANGELES - It may have sounded like an endorsement, but Bob Barker’s recent remarks about Rosie O’Donnell weren’t meant that way.

“The Price Is Right” host, who retired this month after 35 years with the show, told reporters last week at the Daytime Emmy Awards that he had “no doubt” that O’Donnell would make a fine host for the CBS game show.

But Barker told The Associated Press on Wednesday that he never meant to endorse any potential host and has no role in choosing his replacement.

“I have not been asked for my opinion, nor have I expressed one,” Barker said. “I think there are several candidates who could do the show, and Rosie is certainly one of them.”

CBS and FremantleMedia North America, which produces “The Price Is Right,” have yet to announce Barker’s successor. Among those reportedly in the running, besides O’Donnell, are Todd Newton of the E! network, Mark Steines of “Entertainment Tonight,” George Hamilton and John O’Hurley. O’Donnell said on her blog that she plans to meet with the “Price” representatives this week and that she “sure would” accept the job if offered.

CBS and FremantleMedia had no comment Wednesday. “The Price Is Right” is on hiatus until the new season starts in the fall.

After winning his 19th Daytime Emmy, Barker was asked about the possibility of O’Donnell taking his place on “Price.” The silver-haired matinee idol has known O’Donnell since the days of her afternoon talk show, where Barker was a frequent guest.

“She told me at that time that she liked ‘The Price Is Right’ and some day wanted to host it,” said Barker, 83. “I thought she could do the show. She’s a very talented lady and I thought she could do most any show.”

So when asked after the Emmys about her qualifications, he responded, “She knows the show. There’s no doubt in my mind she could do the show.”

But Barker stressed Wednesday that he never meant to imply she was his top pick to replace him. It would be “terribly presumptuous,” he added, to assume he would have any impact on the host selection.

“I haven’t even seen all the tapes of the candidates,” he said.

Barker wrapped up his 50-year reign on television earlier this month. So far he has spent his time swimming, exercising and walking his dog, Jessie.

“I think I’m going to make a success of retirement,” he said.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/19338145/

Dynomite · 06-21-2007, 12:39 PM

Duh! It didn't make sense to begin with! Now, TPIR fans can just relax.

Janice · 06-21-2007, 12:58 PM

Rosie states on her blog that she's meeting with the suits at TPIR tomorrow.

http://www.rosie.com/blog/sections/ask-ro/

TVFactFan · 06-21-2007, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

Rosie states on her blog that she's meeting with the suits at TPIR tomorrow.

http://www.rosie.com/blog/sections/ask-ro/

Please CBS hire Rosie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Janice · 06-21-2007, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by TheAnalyzer

Please CBS hire Rosie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You just love that drama Solomon.

Dynomite · 06-21-2007, 04:26 PM

Forget about Rosie-she's not game show hosting material! Get Todd Newton, instead!

Janice · 06-21-2007, 06:19 PM

I don't know about any Todd Newton. How about Wayne Newton?

Kidding. This Rosie talk sounds more like a publicity stunt or something. The suits at TPIR would never risk offending their long-standing fan base by putting the queen of insanity as host. No way. I like John O'Hurley myself.

Dynomite · 06-21-2007, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

I don't know about any Todd Newton. How about Wayne Newton?

Kidding. This Rosie talk sounds more like a publicity stunt or something. The suits at TPIR would never risk offending their long-standing fan base by putting the queen of insanity as host. No way. I like John O'Hurley myself.

John O'Hurley will be too busy, hosting Family Feud, next season.

Janice · 06-21-2007, 06:34 PM

I wonder why they waited so long. I know when other legends have retired, such as Johnny Carson, his successor was decided. It was a smooth transition.

Scoobiedoo30 · 06-21-2007, 08:57 PM

I knew Mr Barker would not endorse Rosie to be the new host of The Price is Right

Brian Damage · 06-21-2007, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Dynomite

Forget about Rosie-she's not game show hosting material! Get Todd Newton, instead!

Forget about Todd Newton, if they really wanted him, he would've had the job already.

Brian Damage · 06-21-2007, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

I wonder why they waited so long. I know when other legends have retired, such as Johnny Carson, his successor was decided. It was a smooth transition.

That's the thing, they are being waaaaaaaaay too picky.

Janice · 06-21-2007, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian Damage

Forget about Todd Newton, if they really wanted him, he would've had the job already.

I suppose the same goes for Wayne Newton?

Brian Damage · 06-21-2007, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

I suppose the same goes for Wayne Newton?

Hey, you never know! Believe it or not, Wayne Newton is performing on Staten Island.

I thought he never left Vegas?!?

Dynomite · 06-22-2007, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian Damage

Forget about Todd Newton, if they really wanted him, he would've had the job already.

Nothing doing, Brian! Anyone else other than him doesn't make any sense at all. Fremantle and CBS need to quit dragging their feet and get him, already!

06-21-2007, 10:07 AM	#1
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	Bob Barker did not endorse Rosie for ‘Price’ host LOS ANGELES - It may have sounded like an endorsement, but Bob Barker’s recent remarks about Rosie O’Donnell weren’t meant that way. “The Price Is Right” host, who retired this month after 35 years with the show, told reporters last week at the Daytime Emmy Awards that he had “no doubt” that O’Donnell would make a fine host for the CBS game show. But Barker told The Associated Press on Wednesday that he never meant to endorse any potential host and has no role in choosing his replacement. “I have not been asked for my opinion, nor have I expressed one,” Barker said. “I think there are several candidates who could do the show, and Rosie is certainly one of them.” CBS and FremantleMedia North America, which produces “The Price Is Right,” have yet to announce Barker’s successor. Among those reportedly in the running, besides O’Donnell, are Todd Newton of the E! network, Mark Steines of “Entertainment Tonight,” George Hamilton and John O’Hurley. O’Donnell said on her blog that she plans to meet with the “Price” representatives this week and that she “sure would” accept the job if offered. CBS and FremantleMedia had no comment Wednesday. “The Price Is Right” is on hiatus until the new season starts in the fall. After winning his 19th Daytime Emmy, Barker was asked about the possibility of O’Donnell taking his place on “Price.” The silver-haired matinee idol has known O’Donnell since the days of her afternoon talk show, where Barker was a frequent guest. “She told me at that time that she liked ‘The Price Is Right’ and some day wanted to host it,” said Barker, 83. “I thought she could do the show. She’s a very talented lady and I thought she could do most any show.” So when asked after the Emmys about her qualifications, he responded, “She knows the show. There’s no doubt in my mind she could do the show.” But Barker stressed Wednesday that he never meant to imply she was his top pick to replace him. It would be “terribly presumptuous,” he added, to assume he would have any impact on the host selection. “I haven’t even seen all the tapes of the candidates,” he said. Barker wrapped up his 50-year reign on television earlier this month. So far he has spent his time swimming, exercising and walking his dog, Jessie. “I think I’m going to make a success of retirement,” he said. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/19338145/
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Scoobiedoo30 Member Forum Superstar Join Date: Jun 27, 2002 Location: KENNER, LOUISIANA Posts: 27,654	I knew Mr Barker would not endorse Rosie to be the new host of The Price is Right
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Dynomite Member Forum Regular Join Date: Oct 10, 2006 Location: near Dayton, Ohio Posts: 579	Duh! It didn't make sense to begin with! Now, TPIR fans can just relax.

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Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Rosie states on her blog that she's meeting with the suits at TPIR tomorrow. http://www.rosie.com/blog/sections/ask-ro/

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Dynomite Member Forum Regular Join Date: Oct 10, 2006 Location: near Dayton, Ohio Posts: 579	Forget about Rosie-she's not game show hosting material! Get Todd Newton, instead!

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Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	I don't know about any Todd Newton. How about Wayne Newton? Kidding. This Rosie talk sounds more like a publicity stunt or something. The suits at TPIR would never risk offending their long-standing fan base by putting the queen of insanity as host. No way. I like John O'Hurley myself.

06-21-2007, 06:34 PM	#9
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	I wonder why they waited so long. I know when other legends have retired, such as Johnny Carson, his successor was decided. It was a smooth transition.