The biggest blunder in primetime went out with a whisper Tuesday night, as Jay Leno signed off his ill-fated 10 p.m. show with a few jokes but no tearful goodbyes -- or mentions of 'The Tonight Show,' for that matter.
"It seems like just yesterday I was telling NBC this was not going to work," the comedian said during his last 'Jay Leno Show' monologue. "This show was supposed to be on for two years ... but we got five months for good behavior."
Guests included Kurt Warner, who threw a few passes and 'Precious' star Gabourey Sibide. Donald Trump stopped by via satellite to, you know, fire him. But comic relief was provided by Ashton Kutcher, who revealed the whole experiment was actually one of his elaborate stunts for 'Punk'd!'
"Six years ago, I sat in an office at NBC -- unfortunately, we forgot to roll the cameras and so I don't have any of the tape, but I thought I'd come out and do the reveal," Kutcher explained.
"You did a hell of a job," Leno played along. "I'm glad it's over."
During his last show, Leno didn't talk about his his move back to 'Tonight' following the Olympics. He also hasn't made clear if they'll stay on the same set. The large "10" inlaid on the stage may have to be pried off.
In the end, Leno made no goodbyes to his earlier audience, but he did urge viewers to stay tuned for the local news.
Ellen wasn't bad in her initial Idol appearance, but let's see if she can offer insightful musical critique once the Top 24 is chosen. As far as Howard Stern replacing Cowell, this would be a collosal blunder on the part of Idol/FOX Broadcasting, and the show would fall into ruin. Rather than a sleazy snake like Stern, the push is on to find a replacement for Cowell who is witty, likeable, and has unquestionable music savvy. That person is Ringo Starr.
Colossal blunder? Anything Howard Stern has ever done has turned successful... and if he doesn't think it is a good fit, he won't do it. He is an entertainment and media genius. You know nothing. When Cowell leaves, American Idol is done.... unless and only unless Stern takes over.
They should hire stern, he is so awful the show would be cancelled in a very short time. Then maybe they could go back to making shows with a script and hire professional actors rather than the endless parade of amateur night disguised as "reality tv" that is driving people away from the networks.
you are correct, Stern is a sleaze. I feel like I need a shower after seeing that beady eyed, black dressed, porn sniffing, stripper loving, foul mouthed wretch. He is wayyyyy too polarizing, and has no music credentials.
Sorry, got to have the usual snooty and snotty Brit to round out any of these talent show judging panels. Stern's American and Ringo's too darned nice.
Absolutely correct. Howard Stern hates Idol and would deliberately wreck the show. Stern is just using Idol as a bargaining chip to renegotiate his contract with Sirius. If Stern was named judge fans of Idol would stop watching. And, I agree that Ringo Starr would be a great replacement for Simon. Or Gene Simmons.
I think Gene Simmons would be great. He would have enough bite or (tongue) to satisfy and he has been in the music business a long long time. I don't think he would pull away from saying how he feels, if they let him. I think he would do Simon justice.. There is only one Simon and one Paula..
Ick - Gene Simmons? Howard Stern? Neither, please. Honestly, the show would be fine with Randy, Kara and Ellen. I don't tune in for Simon. I tune in for the contestants. If we MUST have a replacement for Simon, then there is still a lot of searching to be done.
what does ellen know about singing? have you ever heard her sing? she cant she sounds horrible. i like her show but ,she is not idol material.flush stern down the toilet where he belongs.conan cant sing either. get some one who knows about the music business or cancel the show before you waste money. put the wrong people in there and you have no show.
I'm not a viewer of Idol but it would seem logical to replace Simon with cycling ex-idols who achieved success? Adam, Kelly, etc. At least they can give hard advice on improvements to win.
Jay is a joke.....i wish he and Conan both were gone....neither are funny..Jay only thinks of himself...has an ego problem....i wont watch at any time slot...he wont be popular at the old time spot either.....WAKE UP NBC
The biggest blunder in primetime went out with a whisper Tuesday night, as Jay Leno signed off his ill-fated 10 p.m. show with a few jokes but no tearful goodbyes -- or mentions of 'The Tonight Show,' for that matter.
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Ellen wasn't bad in her initial Idol appearance, but let's see if she can offer insightful musical critique once the Top 24 is chosen. As far as Howard Stern replacing Cowell, this would be a collosal blunder on the part of Idol/FOX Broadcasting, and the show would fall into ruin. Rather than a sleazy snake like Stern, the push is on to find a replacement for Cowell who is witty, likeable, and has unquestionable music savvy. That person is Ringo Starr.
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Love the idea of Ringo!!! And you are so right....Howard Stern is sleazy. Everything about him turns my stomach....I don't even think he bathes....
Well said Davido!!! I never thought of Ringo Starr, I was thinking Neil Patrick Harris....but Ringo!!!!Could you imagine...that would be bril!!!
Colossal blunder? Anything Howard Stern has ever done has turned successful... and if he doesn't think it is a good fit, he won't do it. He is an entertainment and media genius. You know nothing. When Cowell leaves, American Idol is done.... unless and only unless Stern takes over.
They should hire stern, he is so awful the show would be cancelled in a very short time. Then maybe they could go back to making shows with a script and hire professional actors rather than the endless parade of amateur night disguised as "reality tv" that is driving people away from the networks.
Davido,
you are correct, Stern is a sleaze. I feel like I need a shower after seeing that beady eyed, black dressed, porn sniffing, stripper loving, foul mouthed wretch. He is wayyyyy too polarizing, and has no music credentials.
Sorry, got to have the usual snooty and snotty Brit to round out any of these talent show judging panels. Stern's American and Ringo's too darned nice.
Absolutely correct. Howard Stern hates Idol and would deliberately wreck the show. Stern is just using Idol as a bargaining chip to renegotiate his contract with Sirius. If Stern was named judge fans of Idol would stop watching. And, I agree that Ringo Starr would be a great replacement for Simon. Or Gene Simmons.
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Gene Simmons already has his own show and that is bad enough. I could stand to look at his ugly face and deal with his ego every week. Go Ringo!!
I think Gene Simmons would be great. He would have enough bite or (tongue) to satisfy and he has been in the music business a long long time. I don't think he would pull away from saying how he feels, if they let him. I think he would do Simon justice.. There is only one Simon and one Paula..
Love the idea of Gene Simmion. He would be a great addition to the show.
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I Like the Gene Simmons idea! Process the paperwork immediately.
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Ick - Gene Simmons? Howard Stern? Neither, please. Honestly, the show would be fine with Randy, Kara and Ellen. I don't tune in for Simon. I tune in for the contestants. If we MUST have a replacement for Simon, then there is still a lot of searching to be done.
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what does ellen know about singing? have you ever heard her sing? she cant she sounds horrible. i like her show but ,she is not idol material.flush stern down the toilet where he belongs.conan cant sing either. get some one who knows about the music business or cancel the show before you waste money. put the wrong people in there and you have no show.
I LOVED HAVING JAY ON AT 10 PM...BEING A WORKING MAN , STAYING UP TILL 11:35 IS'INT FEASABLE
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later J I won't miss you
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I'm not a viewer of Idol but it would seem logical to replace Simon with cycling ex-idols who achieved success? Adam, Kelly, etc. At least they can give hard advice on improvements to win.
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This is the best suggestion of judge replacements I've read so far. Good idea.
Jay is a joke.....i wish he and Conan both were gone....neither are funny..Jay only thinks of himself...has an ego problem....i wont watch at any time slot...he wont be popular at the old time spot either.....WAKE UP NBC
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Currently, you are receiving your wish; No Jay or Conan.