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July 10, 2007

Barbara to Fill Two 'View' Spots: 'We Will Know by the End of July'


Barbara Walters is breaking news to “Extra,” revealing that she wants two co-hosts to fill Rosie O’Donnell’s spot!

“We need two people,” Barbara said, one for Rosie and another for the long-gone Star Jones.

And the announcement could come any time!

“We will probably know by the end of July,” Barbara revealed.

Today, “Extra” learned that comedienne Kathy Griffin is in the running – and so is a Trump!

Arch-rival Donald’s daughter Ivanka is in talks to take Rosie’s seat.

The Donald told us, “She's brilliant! She's got the gift of gab, and she would do great, but I don't see it.”

But Ivanka said she won’t be taking a seat on the show, telling Fox News, “I am not joining the show.”

Rosie has been quiet in recent weeks, but "Extra" can reveal she hasn’t fallen off the radar.

The outspoken talk queen just blogged that she’s on a cruise with her family, and she's taking aim at her former co-host.

Us Weekly reports Rosie couldn’t resist taking a jab at former friend Elisabeth Hasselbeck.

During her stand-up routine on the ship, Rosie reportedly quipped, “Go have your baby and have a nice life.”

Now she’s sounding off on Paula Abdul’s new reality show “Hey Paula.”

On her video blog, Rosie said to partner Kelli, “If I ever do a show like that, swear you won't let me put it on the air.”

So who do you think should host “The View?” Sound off here!


NEXT: New Parents Diddy and Kim Porter Call it Quits

 

WE WANT NATALIE!!!!!!


- ANNON
Posted 07/11/07 01:24 PM
 

The View needs a down to earth real person like Natalie Badolato. Someone who everyone can relate to and laugh with.


- north babylon girl
Posted 07/11/07 01:11 PM
 

Natalie Badolato should be one of Barbara’s choices for the View. They need a real person. Enough with these over-rated celebrities. Bring back Natalie!!!


- Beth
Posted 07/11/07 01:07 PM
 

Looks like Natalie has quite the following… it’s worth hiring her immediately if it means all these people will tune in.


- patricia04@hotmail.com
Posted 07/11/07 11:39 AM
 

The show’s first audience guest host, Natalie Badolato is the one to choose. She is so witty, charming and a natural on camera,. Even that day’s guest star, Regis Philbin said, “You’re the head of the show, Natalie. This is for you this couch. Believe me! They are all getting nervous since you got here.” I VOTE TO BRING NATALIE BACK!!!


- Connie Harrington
Posted 07/11/07 11:35 AM
 

I’m on TEAM Natalie and i invite Extra to join.


- Jeremy
Posted 07/11/07 11:32 AM
 

Bring Natalie Badolato back.


- Anonymous
Posted 07/11/07 11:31 AM
 

There must be something to Natalie person. Plus, I’m all for anyone but Paris Hilton!


- Anonymous
Posted 07/11/07 11:23 AM
 

Natalie has nationwide appeal. Her charm will win over fans before the first commercial break!


- Ed Keane
Posted 07/11/07 11:19 AM
 

How about Janeanne Garofalo?


- Amy
Posted 07/11/07 11:18 AM
 

I think Extra should explore the Natalie story… maybe there’s a story here and what better publicity than “Extra feature leads to next co-host!”?


- Lindsay
Posted 07/11/07 11:13 AM
 

Natalie’s son played on the football team i was a varsity cheerleader for. Sometimes she’d come down with us to do the cheers and got the entire crowd going crazy… for both teams!


- Kristen
Posted 07/11/07 11:08 AM
 

I dont like any Trumps but my mom keeps talking about “Natalie from New York”.


- kevbo822000@yahoo.com
Posted 07/11/07 11:05 AM
 

I came on here to suggest Brett Butler but nevermind. i’m so caught up in reading about Natalie.

after much googling, i have to agree with the others. let’s give her a chance!


- Janet Sabbatino
Posted 07/11/07 11:00 AM
 

NATALIE BADOLATO for sure! She is great…a natural…And it seems as though she has a great following. I think she could really relate to the viewers. It would be a nice change for the View.


- Anonymous
Posted 07/11/07 09:59 AM
 

Ever since Star Jones was let go I have hardly looked at the view. In fact if I miss not seeing it for weeks it’s no big deal. Personally I feel that maybe it’s time for the show to fold. Since replacements of the original cast has been poor subsititutes. I think Barbara needs to learn and practice the words loyalty, honesty and professionalism. Maybe then she would once again have a show worth watching.


- Frances
Posted 07/11/07 09:35 AM
 

I like Sherry Shepherd or Wanda Sykes. But PLEASE. not Kathy Griffin. She is very, very annoying and so NOT funny. I have tried to listen to her stand up routines and cannot for the life of me laugh at anything she says. And I love comedy. One annoying person (Elisabeth) is enough.


- Rose
Posted 07/11/07 09:10 AM
 

My vote is for Natalie Badolato! She fit right in with the ladies and was a natural. I think the audience would love to see an everyday person on the show, I know I would!


- Anonymous
Posted 07/11/07 08:56 AM
 

I thought the guest host Natalie Badolato was halarious. It was nice she was one of “us” - how about her and another journalist?


- Karen
Posted 07/11/07 08:53 AM
 

I suggest Natalie Badolato. She combines elegance and charm with intelligent insight to present a personality never before seen on television. Her dedication to both her family and her dreams will strike a chord with stay-at-home moms everywhere. Plus, I heard she just highlighted her hair and looks like THE BOMB.


- Kevin Long
Posted 07/11/07 08:52 AM

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