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Janice · 01-23-2004, 03:37 PM

Howard Stern Goes Prime-Time for ABC

Stern will be hosting a prime-time interview special this spring.

Move over Barbara, here comes Howard. Radio shock jock Howard Stern has just signed on with ABC to do a one-off, hourlong prime-time interview special this spring, the New York Post reports.

And if audiences respond well to the show, more could follow.

There's no doubt Stern will have to tone down his regular barbed and crude manner for the new program. But a source told the Post, "There's probably no better interviewer than Howard Stern, and ABC knows this."

There's also speculation that Stern's deal with ABC won't be good news to some of the station's top talent, including "The View"'s Star Jones, whom Stern has repeatedly taunted about her weight.

"Don't be surprised that after his show gets huge ratings, Barbara Walters is suddenly asking her guests about their penis size," a Stern associate quipped.

In addition to working with ABC, Stern is producing a pilot for the WB about comedian Robert Schimmel's experience falling in love with his daughter's best friend after battling cancer.

CBS, associated with Stern's radio show through parent company Viacom, is absent from Stern's recent dealings. Insiders see this as a dig at CBS chief Les Moonves, with whom Stern has had a protracted feud. A spokesperson for Moonves made nice by saying, "We wish Howard success with his new project."

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AKA · 01-23-2004, 03:39 PM

This is an unpopular opinion on these boards, but I love Howard. I'll be tuning into his special. He'll have to tone his act down for prime time network television, to be sure.

Brian Damage · 01-23-2004, 04:31 PM

I'll be watching, I love Howard.

bandito · 01-23-2004, 06:01 PM

I like Howard. As crude as he is, he Cracks me up.

TJL · 01-23-2004, 06:28 PM

I enjoyed Howard's old interview program (was it on E? it was so long ago I forgot) because despite his antics, he can do a good interview.

Another article mentioned one of his dream guests would be David Letterman. I think that would be awsome.

I look forward to it.
Hopefully Fred will be there to play sound effects.

*Pleasant Tomorrow* · 01-23-2004, 06:29 PM

I couldn't stand him before, but then I saw this movie on him, and I gained a little respect for him, don't know why

Sometimes he's just really annoying, though, but eh...who isn't?

Elvis Fonzie Dean · 01-23-2004, 06:34 PM

I want to watch that interview.Howard's funny.

Moe D'Lawn · 01-23-2004, 07:15 PM

Howard's like a train wreck...you just HAVE to look! Love the guy. He DOES go over the top sometimes but it's a good diversion to everything else on TV! ~~Moe

SBTB Geek · 01-23-2004, 07:46 PM

I can't wait, I've been a fan of Howard as long as I can remember. I have a feeling that Robin Quivers will also be involved with the show.

MonarC · 01-24-2004, 12:56 PM

he's such an a$$hole! Ever since he made fun of Selena's death I have hated his ugly face!!!

MandieR1980 · 01-24-2004, 01:42 PM

I hate him he's a major jerk. I agree MonarC I hope when he dies someone makes fun of his death on the air. He's scum and not funny at all.

spunkygirl · 01-25-2004, 12:57 AM

All I can say is:

I can't see his show lasting long, I hope it goes down in flames. It's no less than he deserves!

spunkygirl · 01-25-2004, 12:59 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by MonarC
he's such an a$$hole! Ever since he made fun of Selena's death I have hated his ugly face!!!

It's called jealousy cause he knew Selena had talent and he doesn't have any.......

MonarC · 01-25-2004, 01:01 AM

im glad you guys agree that he's a total jerk!!!

AKA · 01-25-2004, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Topanga
It's called jealousy cause he knew Selena had talent and he doesn't have any.......

Howard's got talent coming out of his pores. You guys just don't "get" him.

01-23-2004, 03:37 PM	#1
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Howard Stern Goes Prime-Time for ABC Howard Stern Goes Prime-Time for ABC Stern will be hosting a prime-time interview special this spring. Move over Barbara, here comes Howard. Radio shock jock Howard Stern has just signed on with ABC to do a one-off, hourlong prime-time interview special this spring, the New York Post reports. And if audiences respond well to the show, more could follow. There's no doubt Stern will have to tone down his regular barbed and crude manner for the new program. But a source told the Post, "There's probably no better interviewer than Howard Stern, and ABC knows this." There's also speculation that Stern's deal with ABC won't be good news to some of the station's top talent, including "The View"'s Star Jones, whom Stern has repeatedly taunted about her weight. "Don't be surprised that after his show gets huge ratings, Barbara Walters is suddenly asking her guests about their penis size," a Stern associate quipped. In addition to working with ABC, Stern is producing a pilot for the WB about comedian Robert Schimmel's experience falling in love with his daughter's best friend after battling cancer. CBS, associated with Stern's radio show through parent company Viacom, is absent from Stern's recent dealings. Insiders see this as a dig at CBS chief Les Moonves, with whom Stern has had a protracted feud. A spokesperson for Moonves made nice by saying, "We wish Howard success with his new project." Copyright © 2004 Time Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. Privacy Policy. Attached Images

01-23-2004, 06:01 PM	#4
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01-23-2004, 06:28 PM	#5
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01-23-2004, 06:29 PM	#6
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01-23-2004, 06:34 PM	#7
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01-23-2004, 03:39 PM	#2
AKA Member Forum Star Join Date: Dec 17, 2001 Posts: 15,746	This is an unpopular opinion on these boards, but I love Howard. I'll be tuning into his special. He'll have to tone his act down for prime time network television, to be sure.

01-23-2004, 04:31 PM	#3
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: 63,108	I'll be watching, I love Howard.

01-23-2004, 07:15 PM	#8
Moe D'Lawn Banned Banned!! Frequent Poster Join Date: Jan 16, 2004 Posts: 171	Howard's like a train wreck...you just HAVE to look! Love the guy. He DOES go over the top sometimes but it's a good diversion to everything else on TV! ~~Moe

01-23-2004, 07:46 PM	#9
SBTB Geek Smooth Moderator Forum Veteran Join Date: Feb 21, 2002 Location: Southern California Posts: 6,004	I can't wait, I've been a fan of Howard as long as I can remember. I have a feeling that Robin Quivers will also be involved with the show.

01-24-2004, 12:56 PM	#10
MonarC The truth will set you free Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 05, 2002 Location: 3rd Stone From The Sun Posts: 9,525	he's such an a$$hole! Ever since he made fun of Selena's death I have hated his ugly face!!!

01-24-2004, 01:42 PM	#11
MandieR1980 Member Senior Member Join Date: Mar 03, 2001 Location: East Taunton, Massachusetts Posts: 2,635	I hate him he's a major jerk. I agree MonarC I hope when he dies someone makes fun of his death on the air. He's scum and not funny at all.
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01-25-2004, 12:57 AM	#12
spunkygirl Member Moderator Forum Celebrity Join Date: Apr 26, 2003 Posts: 21,557	All I can say is: I can't see his show lasting long, I hope it goes down in flames. It's no less than he deserves!

01-25-2004, 01:01 AM	#14
MonarC The truth will set you free Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 05, 2002 Location: 3rd Stone From The Sun Posts: 9,525	im glad you guys agree that he's a total jerk!!!