New Year's Rockin' Eve 2004-2005 with...REGIS PHILBIN?

[Bush_Eats_Beef]

http://www.cnn.com/2004/SHOWBIZ/TV/12/13/dick.clark.replacement/index.html

Regis to host 'New Year's Rockin' Eve'

(CNN) -- Talk show host Regis Philbin will stand in as host of "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2005," replacing the long-time producer who is recovering from a stroke.

In a statement released by his publicist Monday, Clark said, "I'm so glad that Regis hadn't yet made any New Year's plans. It'll feel strange watching it on TV but my doctors felt it was too soon. I'm sure Regis will do a great job and I'm thankful that he was able to step in on such short notice."

Philbin said, "It's the greatest 'temp job' in the world. I just hope I can uphold the standards Dick Clark has set for this annual event, and I look forward to his return next year."

As previously announced, recording star Ashlee Simpson will host West Coast portions of the show.

[Politicub]

1. Regis grates on me

It won't seem like New Year's eve without Dick Clark. I can't remember the last time I watch the ball drop without Dick's mug on the TV.

[terrya]

2. And that's supposed to get me to watch that crapfest??

Regis freaking Philbin?????

Possibly the most overexposed, annoying man on television.

Yech.

T

[AlCzervik]

3. I used to think it was Kathie Lee only

but really, i think i let Reeeggge off the hook to easily.

[Not_Giving_Up]

4. Hmmm...Last I heard they were hoping Clark would be able to do

the show...guess he's not Superman after all. I agree, it won't seem right without Dick Clark, and I hate Regis.

[Left Is Write]

5. Flame me if you want to, but

I like Regis. No, New Year's Eve will not be the same without Dick Clark, but I like Regis.