Funny or Die and Debmar-Mercury have teamed up with Jerry O’Connell to do a new daytime talk show that will test out for three weeks starting August 12th on some Fox stations.
O’Connell had this to say about Jerry O, “I love daytime. I love watching it and have fallen in love with guest-hosting it. Whether asking people to ‘Cash Me Outside’ or asking them ‘How You Doin?’, daytime is a big part of my life” Then he added, “I am thrilled to work with my friends at both Debmar-Mercury and Funny Or Die. I have been collaborating with both companies for years and am so excited to bring a little bit of the traditional – and something brand new – to the audience. This is going to be a fun, fun time and everyone is invited. Let’s party.”
Debmar-Mercury produces Wendy, a show that O’Connell has guest hosted on several times, therefore they are familiar with his hosting styles.
O’Connell has also done several funny bits, like the one above, for Funny or Die, so he is the perfect person to incorporate their segments within the talk show. In fact, Funny Or Die’s CEO Mike Farah said, “Jerry is one of the all-time great guys. He’s funny, smart and his energy is contagious. We’re proud to collaborate with him and Debmar-Mercury, and think this is the perfect show for Funny Or Die’s first foray into daytime television!”
Normally, I dread August, but this year I am looking forward to it. He is going to make the hot month even hotter. Therefore, you should mark your calendars because if anyone deserves a talk show, it is him.
