24994J 5280 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 During a panel discussion with critics this week, ABC News President Ben Sherwood revealed some details about who will be sharing the anchor desk with George Stephanopoulos during Robin Roberts' extended medical leave in the fall. It comes as no surprise that Diane Sawyer, Katie Couric and even Barbara Walters will take some turns, but I question the possibility of Kelly Ripa and the other ladies of The View getting a shot at the chair...three comediennes, a reality show vet and a soap opera actress. I'm not quite sure that this is a good move, but I guess it's not a huge mistake; the Olympics will be long over on NBC by the time this happens and none of the "odd choices" that will be on no more than a few days. I was also surprised that neither Lara Spencer or Josh Elliott were mentioned as fill-in anchors (yes, I think a 2-man team could work for a week or two). Sherwood also addressed the Brian Ross/Tea Party incident, how they handled the numerous apologies, and the likelihood of Good Afternoon America finding a permanent home on the daytime schedule... http://www.mediabist...mistake_b139364 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wabceyewitness 767 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Keep in mind that Diane Sawyer, Barbara Walters and Katie Couric -- the three with news backgrounds -- were named as definitely substituting. The others, including Kelly Ripa and The View co-hosts, were mentioned as people who have offered to sit in at any time needed. My bet is that if Ripa or anyone with a non-news background does pinch-hit for one or for a few days, it would be more of a "guest host" role and George Stephanopolous, Josh Elliot and another ABC News contributor will handle the major news. Also keep in mind that what Kelly Ripa and the View co-cohosts do is not far off from what GMA and TODAY do once the first half hour of the show is done. Personally, I think Kelly Ripa is a great choice to have for a day or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess 1110 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 I dunno, it's actually in line with Good Morning America tradition back when it was run by ABC Entertainment. They actually DID have soap opera stars guest hosting at times, from footage that's on YouTube. I also think that Alex Trebek(!) guest hosted at one point. (Trying to find that.) So having Kelly Ripa host the show isn't really that far of a stretch. Besides, at this point I think she's more well known as a veteran talk show host than a soap opera actress. The View ladies... well, synergy, I guess. And really, who else could fill in on the news side? Barbara Walters, Katie Couric, and Diane Sawyer are logical choices, but they can't be full-time temps. Babs is semi-retired. Katie is going to busy working on her talk show. Diane anchors something called "World News". Frankly, I'm stunned any of them are actually able to substitute. And like was noted above, if they have to cover breaking news I'm sure they'll bring in someone with a news background and not Elisabeth Hasselbeck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorningNews 1295 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 As wabceyewitness said, Kelly Ripa and the women of The View were mentioned as some of those who had volunteered to substitute for Robin. Diane, Barbara and Katie are the ones who they actually named. I read a while back that the producers of the show were courting Diane, Barb, Katie and additionally Connie Chung, Joan Lunden and Charlie Gibson but that was when Robin was expected to be gone for close to four months. I'm no sure if that's still the case but a Joan and Charlie reunion would be awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5280 Posted July 27, 2012 Author Share Posted July 27, 2012 I'm no sure if that's still the case but a Joan and Charlie reunion would be awesome! Oh, I can see it now...Charlie and Joan, Charlie and Diane, possibly David and Joan and maybe even Kevin and Lisa. I know it won't happen, but we all can dream! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorningNews 1295 Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Oh, I can see it now...Charlie and Joan, Charlie and Diane, possibly David and Joan and maybe even Kevin and Lisa. I know it won't happen, but we all can dream! Lisa and Kevin would be interesting to see! Definitely! I always thought that Lisa was the one who didn't really fit well, I think Kevin did great but unfortunately they both were let go. Kevin could have complimented Diane very well and vice versa. It would be so good to see Charlie and Joan and Charlie and Diane back together! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micstromme 3 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 I am just so happy to hear that the three powerhouse journalists, Diane Sawyer, Babs Walter, and Katherine Couric, will be taking turns on the program. Particularly the latter. I love that Katie is at ABC News. Who else? Also, why bring in some retired faces to sub? They are retired for a reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVNewsLover 730 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Here's a recommendation of what ABC should do for the next four months: WEEK OF: Aug. 6: Josh Elliot & Bianna Goodrich Aug. 13: George Stephanopoulos & Claire Shipman Aug. 20: George Stephanopoulos & Robin Roberts Aug. 27: George Stephanopoulos & Joy Behar Sept. 3: David Muir & Amy Robach (Labor Day on Monday) Sept. 10: George Stephanopoulos & Ali Wentworth Sept. 17: George Stephanopoulos & Lara Spencer (leading up to the Emmys that Sunday) (Sherri Shepherd or Whoopi Goldberg filling in for Lara) Sept. 24: George Stephanopoulos & Kelly Ripa Oct. 1: George Stephanopoulos & Elisabeth Hasselbeck Oct. 8: George Stephanopoulos & Barbara Walters Oct. 15: Charles Gibson & Diane Sawyer (guessing that Stephanopoulos might be hosting the presidential debate this week) Oct. 22: George Stephanopoulos & Katie Couric Oct. 29: Chris Cuomo & Elizabeth Vargas (leading up to election week) Nov. 5: Charles Gibson & Joan Lunden (Election week) Nov. 12: George Stephanopoulos & Barbara Walters Nov. 19: Chris Cuomo & Elizabeth Vargas (Thanksgiving week) Nov. 26: George Stephanopoulos & Diane Sawyer Dec. 3: George Stephanopoulos & Katie Couric Dec. 10: George Stephanopoulos & Cynthia McFadden Dec. 17: Charles Gibson & Joan Lunden Dec. 24: Josh Elliot & Lara Spencer (Jimmy Kimmel filling in for Lara) Dec. 31: Bob Woodruff & Elizabeth Vargas Jan. 7: George Stephanopoulos & Robin Roberts Gave George off during holidays and weeks before and during elections. It'd be nice on election night if ABC could have Diane, Charlie, George, and Katie in studio at the main desk. Not sure what ABC plans to do with This Week long term, but I wonder if they should ask Charlie if he wants the position. I always thought NBC should have gotten Tom Brokaw to do Meet the Press. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorningNews 1295 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 When was the last time that Claire Shipman appeared on television? I think Amy Robach should be the main fill in along with Elizabeth Vargas. That way Amy or Elizabeth would already be known to the viewers, this is helping the network create a bench. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorningNews 1295 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Also Bianna Golodryga in my opinion is not a good fill in at all. She should stick to the weekends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVNewsLover 730 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 I feel like not many people know Amy. ABC is not going to let all the hard work they've done go to waste by letting Amy and Elizabeth fill in the entire time. They want big names in there to keep the ratings up. Also, just because people retire does not mean they don't want to work again or occasionally fill in. Viewers loved Charlie and Joan. Viewers love to see fan favorites return. And again, let's not forget, it's all about the ratings! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nynewslover2 11 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Is there a possibility that ABC (national) would use anchors from WABC to fill in? Since their right there in NYC? Maybe Liz, Diana, Sade, or Lori. Of course their not known nationally but I think it would be great if GMA had a week where local anchors from ABC O&O's filled in for Robin. In the same way local weathercasters fill in sometimes when Sam Champion is off. If not than Barbara, Diane, Elizabeth V, Joan L, or Deborah Roberts are all good choices for fill ins IMO Good thing ABC's female talent pool is strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorningNews 1295 Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 Today often uses wnbc anchors to fill in as news readers. I think this could be a good thing for ABC. ABC has a good female pool, but as far as men go who do they have that could take over one of the large programs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5280 Posted August 30, 2012 Author Share Posted August 30, 2012 Well, the tentative list of anchors is short, nothing much beyond Sawyer, Walters and Couric...and someone named Oprah...I dunno, never heard of her. http://www.mediabistro.com/tvnewser/oprah-and-gayle-king-to-go-head-to-head-in-the-morning_b143632 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVNewsWatcher 6 Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 Kinda excited to see Oprah fill in on GMA. That would be hella interesting, I always like to see Oprah jump into "News" mode. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nynewslover 269 Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 Well let me tell you something.. GMA could have bozo the clown fill in and they'd still beat TODAY after the disrespect they showed by not covering the moment of silence/ ceremonies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5280 Posted September 12, 2012 Author Share Posted September 12, 2012 Kinda excited to see Oprah fill in on GMA. That would be hella interesting, I always like to see Oprah jump into "News" mode. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TennTV1983 756 Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 Kinda excited to see Oprah fill in on GMA. That would be hella interesting, I always like to see Oprah jump into "News" mode. The last time that happened was in 2009 when she made an appearance at WFAA in Dallas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark 55 Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 And more recently: EDIT: TennTV beat me to it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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