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I can't imagine Rosie getting that gig. I only know one person who likes her; everyone else I know hates her & not because of her politics or sexual orientation. She just strikes so many people the wrong way. I imagine she is as disliked as any celebrity-in the same league with Paris Hilton & Tom Cruise and IMO being likeable is the primary talent needed for the show.

Well, I wouldn't go so far as to say that hardly anyone likes her, because I know she has her fans and I believe her talk show used to pull in good ratings. That said, there are just as many people like me who can't stand her, which can't be good for the show's image. Like you said, the host needs to be someone who is eminently likeable to all people.