Tag Archives: 30 Rock

The Power of Guest Stars

Forget about Michael Phelps sinking or swimming during his stint as host of this week’s “Saturday Night Live,” I’m more interested in the rumor that “SNL” alum Tina Fey may be returning to the popular comedy sketch show to play Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin. I have been a fan of Fey’s since she made her debut on “SNL” (she left to head up NBC’s “30 Rock”) and would be thrilled to see her back on late-night TV. “SNL” head honcho Lorne Michaels wouldn’t confirm Fey’s temporary return; rather all he would tell reporters is that whoever plays John … Continue reading →

Own a Piece of Your Favorite TV Show

How big a fan are you of NBC’s “The Office?” Have you ever dreamed of seeing your husband in Dwight’s shirt or coveted Pam’s purse or, perhaps, wondered what it would be like to walk in Jim’s shoes. Don’t watch “The Office?” Okay, what about “Heroes?” Have you ever drooled over Claire’s latest ensemble or wished you could wear Hiro’s watch? Well, wish no more. All of the aforementioned items could soon be yours… if the price is right. In what is being called an unprecedented opportunity to own gear from hit primetime shows, NBC is launching a live online … Continue reading →

“Saturday Night Live” Loses Another Star

What is your favorite part of “Saturday Night Live?” I have always been partial to “Weekend Update.” (Long before I became a broadcast journalist myself.) In college (when Dennis Miller filled the “Weekend Update” anchor chair) my roommates and I would watch the show religiously and often imitated Miller’s famous signature sign-off: “That’s the news and I am outta here.” In 1991, Kevin Nealon replaced Miller. (Remember: “I’m Kevin Nealon, and that’s news to me.”) As the years passed “Saturday Night Live” became less and less a part of my Saturday night routine. In that time I missed Norm MacDonald … Continue reading →