Bryant Gumbel as Host - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

robbieasbury · 08-28-2007, 04:22 AM

I read at Wikipedia that Bryant Gumbel and James Earl Jones were rumored to be possible hosts of Unsolved Mysteries when HBO distributes the show. It would be interesting to see how Bryant will host the show.

Dislimb · 08-28-2007, 04:54 AM

James Earl Jones would be a superb host in my eyes. However, if Bryant Gumbel gets the job I won't even watch. That guy is horrible.

Kane · 08-28-2007, 08:28 AM

I think the rumor of Bryant Gumbel being considered for the show is just that - a rumor. By the way, Dislimb, you're not likely to be the only person who would switch off if UM hired Gumbel as the new host. Chances are, many people aren't going to overlook his past controversies, including the time in 2000 when a CBS camera caught Gumbel uttering an obscenity in reference to a man he had just interviewed. Besides, Gumbel is too geeky for UM anyway.

As for James Earl Jones, he sounds like a more plausible choice. Like the late Robert Stack, Jones has had his share of authoritative roles (both vocal and physical).

hovaslash · 08-28-2007, 09:09 AM

What a bad choice it would be hire Gumbel as the new host-
J.E. Jones would be pretty interesting however. His voice has an unmistakable
presence.

PrettyinPink55 · 08-28-2007, 09:43 AM

James Earl Jones would be awsome as a host!!!!!

Chris Billings · 08-28-2007, 11:03 AM

Bryant lacks the ominous, spooky sounding voice posessed by Robert Stack. I get the sense he is bored when he speaks. And JE Jones...he doesnt work for me either. His voice is so deep, it sounds like an affectation.

I would prefer someone like David Carradine. He looks and sounds like a tough guy. (Okay, I will probably get kicked by everyone for choosing the Kung Fu star but I really think he would make a good host)

Chris

nohwheregirl · 08-28-2007, 11:54 AM

JEJ would be a total coup for UM. Darth Vader? Star Wars geeks...uh, I mean fans

...would tune in for him alone!

If they went with Bryant Gumbel, the show would probably go down in flames. The guy hasn't done worth mentioning since 1992.

Corky Kneivel · 08-28-2007, 12:01 PM

I think Avery Brooks would be a fantastic choice, having just listened to him narrate the "ROOTS" audio book. If you are unfamiliar with him, he is a fine actor who played "Hawk" on Spencer For Hire. I have probably alienated anyone on this board born after 1983 now. His voice has that same deep authority, but i syounger and richer and capable of spooky inflect. He also might come cheaper than JE Jones.

I for one don't think BGumbel would be a horrible choice. He's definitely professionally capable of the job. I know he isn't an immediately obvious choice because of his high pitched lackadaisacal style but I often think of the late Paul Winfield and his excellent job on City Confidential. I would have NEVER EVER thought he would be a good joice before actually hearing him do it. Now, I can't stand to hear any one else even try.

What's the consensus on a variety of hosts? I usually think that's abad idea because it doesn't give the audience one host solely to identify with the show and can split the audience.
What's the consensus on a British host?

ididn'tdoit · 08-28-2007, 12:52 PM

Wouldn't Leonard Nimoy be ideal as a new host?

iamincredible · 08-28-2007, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ididn'tdoit

Wouldn't Leonard Nimoy be ideal as a new host?

yes

Dislimb · 08-29-2007, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ididn'tdoit

Wouldn't Leonard Nimoy be ideal as a new host?

Yuck, no way.

Chris Billings · 08-29-2007, 12:51 AM

I think American crime stories would best be narrated by an American.

Kane · 08-29-2007, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Chris Billings

I think American crime stories would best be narrated by an American.

I hope it's not misconstrued as prejudice on my part or yours, Chris, but I happen to agree with you.

Chris Billings · 08-29-2007, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Kane

I hope it's not misconstrued as prejudice my part or yours, Chris, but I happen to agree with you.

Yeah, Im not suggesting American actors are better, just more suitable IMO for this type of show.

nohwheregirl · 08-29-2007, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Chris Billings

I think American crime stories would best be narrated by an American.

Well, just keep in mind that nobody ever seemed to mind that Ted Koppel is Dutch and Peter Jennings was Canadian.

08-28-2007, 04:22 AM	#1
robbieasbury Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Jul 02, 2005 Posts: 200	Bryant Gumbel as Host I read at Wikipedia that Bryant Gumbel and James Earl Jones were rumored to be possible hosts of Unsolved Mysteries when HBO distributes the show. It would be interesting to see how Bryant will host the show.

08-28-2007, 09:43 AM	#5
PrettyinPink55 Member Forum Celebrity Join Date: Feb 11, 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 24,601	James Earl Jones would be awsome as a host!!!!!
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08-28-2007, 04:54 AM	#2
Dislimb Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Mar 23, 2006 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 431	James Earl Jones would be a superb host in my eyes. However, if Bryant Gumbel gets the job I won't even watch. That guy is horrible.

08-28-2007, 08:28 AM	#3
Kane Member Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 07, 2001 Location: MA, United States Posts: 3,367	I think the rumor of Bryant Gumbel being considered for the show is just that - a rumor. By the way, Dislimb, you're not likely to be the only person who would switch off if UM hired Gumbel as the new host. Chances are, many people aren't going to overlook his past controversies, including the time in 2000 when a CBS camera caught Gumbel uttering an obscenity in reference to a man he had just interviewed. Besides, Gumbel is too geeky for UM anyway. As for James Earl Jones, he sounds like a more plausible choice. Like the late Robert Stack, Jones has had his share of authoritative roles (both vocal and physical).

08-28-2007, 09:09 AM	#4
hovaslash Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Apr 10, 2006 Location: ma Posts: 87	What a bad choice it would be hire Gumbel as the new host- J.E. Jones would be pretty interesting however. His voice has an unmistakable presence.

08-28-2007, 11:03 AM	#6
Chris Billings Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Feb 21, 2004 Location: CA Posts: 192	Bryant lacks the ominous, spooky sounding voice posessed by Robert Stack. I get the sense he is bored when he speaks. And JE Jones...he doesnt work for me either. His voice is so deep, it sounds like an affectation. I would prefer someone like David Carradine. He looks and sounds like a tough guy. (Okay, I will probably get kicked by everyone for choosing the Kung Fu star but I really think he would make a good host) Chris

08-28-2007, 11:54 AM	#7
nohwheregirl THE Mystery Machine Senior Member Join Date: Apr 23, 2004 Posts: 1,057	JEJ would be a total coup for UM. Darth Vader? Star Wars geeks...uh, I mean fans ...would tune in for him alone! If they went with Bryant Gumbel, the show would probably go down in flames. The guy hasn't done worth mentioning since 1992.

08-28-2007, 12:01 PM	#8
Corky Kneivel Member Forum Regular Join Date: Feb 12, 2007 Location: Sacratomato Posts: 570	I think Avery Brooks would be a fantastic choice, having just listened to him narrate the "ROOTS" audio book. If you are unfamiliar with him, he is a fine actor who played "Hawk" on Spencer For Hire. I have probably alienated anyone on this board born after 1983 now. His voice has that same deep authority, but i syounger and richer and capable of spooky inflect. He also might come cheaper than JE Jones. I for one don't think BGumbel would be a horrible choice. He's definitely professionally capable of the job. I know he isn't an immediately obvious choice because of his high pitched lackadaisacal style but I often think of the late Paul Winfield and his excellent job on City Confidential. I would have NEVER EVER thought he would be a good joice before actually hearing him do it. Now, I can't stand to hear any one else even try. What's the consensus on a variety of hosts? I usually think that's abad idea because it doesn't give the audience one host solely to identify with the show and can split the audience. What's the consensus on a British host?

08-28-2007, 12:52 PM	#9
ididn'tdoit Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Jul 03, 2006 Posts: 405	Wouldn't Leonard Nimoy be ideal as a new host?

08-29-2007, 12:51 AM	#12
Chris Billings Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Feb 21, 2004 Location: CA Posts: 192	I think American crime stories would best be narrated by an American.