After almost 25 years, Regis Philbin is going to retire from Live With Regis and Kelly. He made the announcement on the show this morning saying this will be his "last year on this show." It's such bittersweet news as he's been a morning staple for so long, but at 79 it's probably time for him to rest a little and for viewers to see some new blood with their morning coffee.
So the burning question becomes: Whose new blood do we want to see sitting beside the perky Kelly Ripa? It's got to be a man. There are too many women-only morning shows out there, and the banter between the sexes is nice. It should also be someone not too crazy to balance out Ripa's hyper nature. Here are a few they'll likely consider:
Sam Champion
The Good Morning America weatherman has filled in regularly on the show, and has done a nice job. He and Ripa would have a blast together.
Jeff Probst
The Survivor host is likely a top contender. He's guest co-hosted numerous times, and there's some good energy between him and Ripa. Plus, those dimples!
Jerry O'Connell
After his awesome "Blizzard Blast" dance on the show while hosting, he's got to be at least in the running.
Michael Gelman
Better known just as Gelman, he's done wonders for the show as executive producer. But perhaps it's time for him to spend more time in front of the camera? His dry wit could work with Ripa.
Ryan Seacrest
Why not, he does everything else. There have been rumblings for awhile that he's looking for a new daytime show too.
Jerry Seinfeld
He's been hilarious when he's filled in on past occasions. The only problem may be taking him seriously about much of anything.
Mark Consuelos
Besides the fact that he'd be a nice morning treat to look at each morning, he and Kelly are adorable together. Most husband-and-wife combos might be gag-worthy, but when Consuelos has hosted in the past, their rapport has been charming. Plus, when is the last time we saw a good husband-and-wife act on television, Sonny and Cher?
Who would you like see replace Regis Philbin?
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I totally disagree with Mark - whenever he's co-hosted with Kelly she won't let him talk much and seems to prefer him to stand there and look pretty.
I want to wake up to seeing Mark every morning. *drool*
Anderson Cooper
I would never miss Regis. The show has pretty much always been about HIM!
All he ever does is talk about himself as he is the worlds most popular person, & out shines any star on the Hollywood "walk of fame". I have never seen anyone talk about themselves,as much as he does!!!
Jeff Probst or Ryan Seacrist.
Awe, I would miss him. But I think the show should go on! And with Kelly's Husband....yeah...that would only make sence. Please please not Ryan Secrest! Nooooo!
MARK
Anybody but Kelly's husband. I usually turn the channel when they are on together. To much personal banter. I have a feeling the show will fold anyways without Regis. Not that I am a total Regis fan........but he is the show like it or not. The side kicks are just that. The show is based around Regis.