For those of you who know me, this will not come as a surprise. I read somewhere, years ago, you can tell how much TV someone watches by the size of there television (50inchs). I am totally addicted to television. Is there a twelve step program for people like me?
Today is a TV addicts dream.
There were a few big changes today on television.
Let’s start with The View.
Today marked the return of Rosie O’Donnell to television after a four year absence. I have been a fan of Rosie since her stand up comedy days, but it was really nice to see her return to the format that made her famous. All the drama surrounding The View this summer aside, it was very entertaining show and the ladies seemed to be able to work well together. The next few days as they get comfortable with each other will prove if they can get along together or not, but so far, great start. It was a little strange watching Rosie try to deal with sharing the spotlight with co-hosts, but everyone got their face time. Here’s a clip from the show borrowed from TMZ. (Just follow the link)
Next up Katie Couric and the CBS Evening News
Katie started tonight as the anchor person on the CBS Evening News. I have no clips, but I just finished watching the broadcast, and it wasn’t bad either. Katie seemed quite competent and serious; my only complaint was the weird makeup, it bordered on goth. Katie is the first solo female anchor of a network evening news broadcast and she did a stand up job. I can’t believe it took until the year 2006 to have a solo female anchor.
TMZ just posted a clip here you go.
Entertainment Tonight
I can’t quite remember how long that I have been watching ET but I was shocked to here that Mary Hart the perennial host of the show is celebrating her 25th season starting tonight. Her co-hosts may have changed over the years but she is the one constant. I hate to admit it, but I have probably been watching off and on for the last 20 years at least. Mary’s not looking bad for 56 years of age.
My Guilty Pleasure of the summer Big Brother
I have so far resisted the urge to post about Big Brother. Once again I have watched this show from the very beginning, seven years ago. It’s my guilty pleasure. There is nothing socially redeemable about the show but it is just great summer fun with all kinds of eye candy. This year was the “all star” version. If you’re not familiar with the premise of the show it’s very simple. They start with twelve house guests and a house equipped with dozens of cameras and microphones. The guests are locked in the house at the beginning of the summer with out any contact from the outside world. Kind of ironic when there on TV and don’t get to watch any. They are filmed 24 7 and can’t get away from the cameras. I compare it to some weird summer camp for adults. All these people have to do is plot and scheme to evict all the other houseguests. The last man/woman standing wins half a million dollars. I don’t want to go into to much detail about what’s been going on this summer cause’ if you don’t watch the show you will probably be bored out of your mind.
For those of you who watch we are down to the final four and its going to be one hell of a final couple of weeks.
I can’t believe how naive the women of the house are being. My favorite remaining house guest is Janelle; I’m a sucker for attractive blonde women. I can’t believe that she has fallen for Will’s line of crap. I hope that this is a masterful ploy on her part to win the game.
I haven’t watched tonight’s episode and I pray that Erika and Janelle start talking and team up against chill town. I’m not really a fan of Erika but overall she has played a fair game. Except for her back stabbing of Danielle. I feel really bad for the way Mike has been playing on Erika’s emotions (hence no picture). Erika is obviously a romantic and will be crushed when she finds out that Mike has been playing on her emotions to win money. That leaves Will, the evil doctor. I love to hate him and unfortunately I think that he may just walk away with the money again. He has played everyone against each other in the house yet no one seems to think he’s a threat. If that’s not masterful playing what is.
I still hope Janelle wins it all.
