Rachael Ray & Chaz Bono

Rosie O'Donnell

Cyndi Lauper & Holland Taylor

Marlee Matlin & Patti LaBelle

It's a razzle-dazzle, knock-your-socks-off kind of premiere for The Rosie Show—complete with a chorus of Broadway dancers. Rosie's new favorite guy and first-ever guest, actor Russell Brand, flies in for a no-holds-barred conversation about sobriety, fame and being named "Shagger of the Year" three times in a row. Plus, Russell gives the boy who "saved Rosie's life" a special shout-out. The live premiere concludes with a fierce round of The Ro Game—the game sensation where every correct answer has the sound "ro" in it—and a surprise final guest for Rosie.

Russell Brand

The reviews are in! Rosie reads critiques of her series premiere...the good, the bad and the Tim Goodman. Plus, comedian Wanda Sykes opens up about her babies, boobs and much more. Then, Grammy winner and Latin superstar Gloria Estefan gets the crowd on its feet with a performance of her dance hit, and gets Rosie to do the impossible: taste a bite of flan! The show wraps up with a fierce game of Build That Tune. Can Wanda beat Gloria at her own game? The surprising conclusion you don't want to miss.

Wanda Sykes & Gloria Estefan

Oh, the power of a positive review. See how Time magazine's take on The Rosie Show inspires Rosie and crew to break into song.   

Then, she's smart, original and occasionally offensive. Our censors have their fingers on the bleep button as the always-outrageous Roseanne Barr discusses her upcoming show, her love life and menopause, on live television with Rosie!   

Throw in a meat lesson from the best waiter Rosie says she's ever had and a game show that leaves one contestant the "odd man out," and you've got an episode of The Rosie Show to remember.

Roseanne Barr

After almost spoiling the best-selling Hunger Games book series and revealing why her house is the best on the block every Halloween, Rosie sits down with everyone's favorite Friend, actress Lisa Kudrow.

Lisa discusses her critically acclaimed shows The Comeback (will it ever make a comeback?) and Web Therapy. Plus, she and Rosie talk about how the show Who Do You Think You Are? affected them.

Then, the cast of Priscilla Queen of the Desert wows the crowd. Stilts, drag queens and stunts—need we say more?

Lisa Kudrow

Nobody tells Rosie how to run her show! Rosie and her crew join voices to sing about why she doesn't need a desk.

Plus, Rosie's friend, the one and only Valerie Harper, stops by to chat about Broadway, playing Teri Hatcher's aunt on Desperate Housewives and being an adoptive mom.

Next up, Hollywood hunk Kevin Bacon dishes about touring with the Bacon Brothers and how he really feels about the Footloose remake. Then, he takes the stage with his brother, Michael, to rock the house with their band, the Bacon Brothers! The show wraps up with a challenging game of Doodlez (which doesn't sound hard, but it really is, we swear).

Valerie Harper & Kevin Bacon

They were the first family of reality television. Now, Sharon and Kelly Osbourne are conquering American airwaves in their own projects. The always delightful mother-daughter duo chat with Rosie about their relationship, life as a family in the spotlight and Ozzy's new hobby—all before going head-to-head with another mother and daughter in Rosie's game of the day. Then, Boyz II Men dim the lights and bring down the house with their swoon-worthy classic "I'll Make Love to You."

Sharon & Kelly Osbourne & Boyz II Men

After making a deposit into her new swear jar and revealing a few of her favorite reality TV shows, Rosie welcomes actress and cancer activist Fran Drescher to the show.

Fran, a uterine cancer survivor, talks about why educating people about prevention and making healthier choices has become her life's mission. Plus, learn how art imitates life in her new sitcom, Happily Divorced.

Then, Cheryl Hines, star of the ABC comedy Suburgatory, drops by with her mother, Rosemary, for drinks—get the Hop, Skip and Go Naked recipe—and laughs. This mother-daughter duo also goes head-to-head in a game of Squeeze-Its!

Fran Drescher & Cheryl Hines

It's the most miserable time of the year: allergy season. But that won't stop Rosie and crew from trying to cure their sniffly, sneezy, wheezy blues with a song and dance.

Refreshed from her relief song, Rosie sits down with husband and wife Billy Baldwin and Chynna Phillips to talk about Chynna's elimination from Dancing with the Stars, why Billy might have had to get a vasectomy if she won, and making marriage and family work in show business.

Then, it was the YouTube video that moved Rosie so much that she invited Sgt. Shamar Thomas to come on her show. Sgt. Thomas reveals why he took a stand at the Wall Street protests and why he thinks every soldier who's seen combat is changed forever.

The show wraps up with Little Big Town countrifying Lady Gaga's "Born This Way" and a game show that kicks off with a big secret revealed and ends in a never-before-seen victory.

Chynna Phillips & Billy Baldwin

Just days after her arrest at an Occupy Wall Street demonstration, author Naomi Wolf joins Rosie via Skype™ to describe her experience and defend citizens' right to free assembly.

Then, Nancy Grace takes time out from dance rehearsal to share Dancing with the Stars weight loss secrets, the truth about her wardrobe malfunctions and tips for overprotective parents like herself.

As it turns out, Nancy isn't the only guest with smooth moves. Cedric the Entertainer shows Rosie how he earned the nickname Mocha Chocolate, which leaves little time for a game. The solution? One contestant, one question.

Cedric the Entertainer & Nancy Grace

Get an exclusive, inside look at the making of The Rosie Show! Go behind the scenes of Rosie's first day at Harpo Studios. To get to know the staff—and the city—a little better, Rosie takes them on a bus and boat tour of Chicago along Lake Michigan.

Then, take a tour of Rosie's new "cookie room," state-of-the-art studio, stylish greenrooms—and get a look at the new Harpo Studios sign. Not only did Harpo need a makeover...Rosie did too! Watch her bra intervention and her first meeting with the "Bra Whisperer."

And the week wouldn't be complete without a game! See who knows their reality stars best in Keepin' It Real.

Behind the Scenes of The Rosie Show

He's a comedy legend, and he's here on Rosie's stage! Bob Newhart stops by to talk comedy, his big break, hosting The Tonight Show and his longtime, clean-cut friendship with blue comedian Don Rickles. 

Then, funnyman and 30 Rock star Tracy Morgan reveals the unusual way he first met Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels, introduces the new love of his life and has a heartfelt conversation with Rosie about the controversy surrounding anti-gay jokes he made in June 2011.

And as always, there's more fun with our guests offstage! Rosie takes some Q&A from the audience and hosts a showdown of scribbles with her Doodlez game.

Bob Newhart & Tracy Morgan

No more chattering teeth and goose bumps for Rosie's audience. As Rosie battles hot flashes, her audience staves off hypothermia with Snuggies®!

After everyone gets snuggled, Sara Ramirez, a Tony winner and star of Grey's Anatomy, sits down to talk about her first audition for Grey's creator Shonda Rhimes, her dream role on Broadway and how she's managing stress and body image issues.

Then, rapper, author and poet Common talks about his uncommon rise to fame. Find out how he went from pursuing his MBA to pursuing his dream—and how he told his mother he was leaving school. As always, the show ends with a little friendly competition: a game of You Do Know Jack!

Sara Ramirez & Common

Audience-member-turned-guest-announcer Hollee did such a good job on her first try, she's back for another night! But when she forgets to read one very important line, Rosie asks her to step onstage and finish reading from the prompter. What she reads is the surprise of her life...

Actress, comedian and author Brett Butler graces Rosie's stage to reminisce about breaking down barriers as a young female comedian, talk about her journey to sobriety and reveal why no one is more surprised than she to learn that she has psychic abilities.

Then, author Frank DeCaro may not be able to see dead people—but he can help you learn to cook like a celebrity of days gone by. He and Rosie taste-test the best recipes of the now-deceased rich and famous, featured in The Dead Celebrity Cookbook.

Brett Butler

Kids, cover your eyes. This live show gets off to a raucous start as a wife and mother of two gets her freak on with a fellow audience member! We sure hope her 16-year-old son is watching.

Then, Rosie reveals her favorite cookie (Keebler E.L. Fudge) and welcomes some of her favorite foodies to the stage. First, actress Debi Mazar, star of Entourage and co-host of the Cooking Channel show Extra Virgin, talks motherhood, makeup and Madonna. Then, Debi's Italian husband, Gabriele Corcos, looks back on their romantic first meeting.

After meeting Rosie's longtime pen pal Magic Meryle and getting curly-hair tips from Rosie's publicist, Cindi Berger, the stars of Welcome to Sweetie Pie's, Miss Robbie and her son, Tim, talk family feuds and food. There's no time for a game...but there's always time for confetti!

Debi Mazar

Turtle is in the building! Entourage's Jerry Ferrara drops in to chat with Rosie. In a revealing conversation, he confesses his most embarrassing gambling story, shares how he lost 60 pounds and even puts his Saved by the Bell knowledge to the test in a pop quiz with Rosie.

One of Rosie's favorite singers is also back for a visit. Gloria Estefan sits in with Katreese and the Boys and later performs one of her new songs!

Plus, did we mention Monkey the dog? It's the video too cute for words—and one that will inspire you to save an animal's life today.

Finally, the show wraps with the game that will make you go "oooh" (Or "boo hiss," depending on who you're rooting for). Can a perfumer come back from an opera singer's unfair point advantage? Watch to see in this round of It's All Relative.

Jerry Ferrara & Gloria Estefan

It's creepy, it's crawly and it's full of surprises. Don't miss The Rosie Show's Halloween spectacular!

Rosie's Enchanted Halloween

The Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson chats about her children's books, philanthropy and original OWN series, Finding Sarah.

Sarah Ferguson

Since the 1960s, Phyllis Diller has been making America laugh. Now, Rosie joins fellow female comedians to pay tribute to this dynamic 94-year-old trailblazer. It's an hour you won't want to miss!

Tribute to the Legendary Phyllis Diller

The hilarious Martin Short brings the laughs on this episode of The Rosie Show. Plus, actress Kim Zimmer stops by to talk soap operas and more!

Martin Short & Kim Zimmer

Rosie and her staffers are dishing all the dirt about the premiere of The Rosie Show! The team members have butterflies in their stomachs after Rosie announces to the press that comedian Russell Brand—whom Rosie calls her boyfriend—will be her first guest on the premiere. Can they pull it off?

Then, Rosie gets back onstage to practice for her return to television with a series of test shows. After all, she's got to look good—and so does the set! And as if getting Rosie and the show ready wasn't enough, Rosie decides to go live with Russell for her first show. See if all the pieces to the puzzle will be ready in time for the premiere.

The Rosie Reality Show

Salma Hayek and Antonio Banderas, stars of the hit film Puss in Boots, stop by to discuss parenthood, their journey to Hollywood and more. Plus, Rosie's musical director Katreese Barnes performs an original song.

Salma Hayek & Antonio Banderas

The legendary Cyndi Lauper graces Rosie's stage. Then, 25 lucky ladies were chosen to lose weight on the Ready, Set, Go! plan last month. See how they did—and find out which smokin' hot celebrity is participating in the program too!

Cyndi Lauper & The Ready, Set, Go! Reveal

Intrepid reporter Lisa Ling, host of Our America with Lisa Ling, pays Rosie a visit. Plus, meet 100 sets of twins!

Lisa Ling & 100 Sets of Twins

America's favorite television mom is in the house! Florence Henderson joins Brady Bunch superfan Rosie onstage for a revealing chat about her painful childhood, her love life and what she really thought about Carol Brady. Plus, Kool & the Gang are back!

Florence Henderson & Kool & the Gang

Academy Award®-winning actress Marlee Matlin sits down with Rosie. Plus, soul diva Patti LaBelle performs.

Jenny McCarthy

Kody Brown & Sister Wives Meri, Janelle and Christine

Ellen Barkin

Chris Matthews

Jim Belushi, Randy Jackson, Henry Winkler, Joan Cusack, Ann Cusack, Nolan Gould

Elle Fanning, Colin Ford, Hunter Parrish, the cast of Godspell

Dog the Bounty Hunter & Wife Beth Chapman

Jane Fonda Tribute

Donny and Marie Osmond

Justin Bieber

Comedy Year in Review

It's a Crafty Christmas!

When it comes to smart, funny women, Penny Marshall is in a league of her own. Rosie—with the help of some celebrity friends—celebrates her dear friend for her accomplished acting and directing career.

Penny was a young single mom when she moved to Los Angeles in the early '70s to pursue acting. She got her first big break as Myrna Turner on The Odd Couple. She guest-starred on Happy Days as the lovable Laverne DeFazio, the role that then led to the spin-off show Laverne & Shirley. After directing a few episodes, she knew directing was her calling. She went on to direct box-office hits like Jumpin' Jack Flash, Big and A League of Their Own, starring a young Rosie! 

Penny talks openly about her legendary career, what it's been like to work with such talented actors and what she's up to now. And the show wouldn't be complete without Rosie sharing her hilarious Penny impression. Plus, Penny's daughter, Tracy, and her family surprise Penny onstage!

A Salute to Penny Marshall

Rosie helps an 11-year-old aspiring costume designer meet his role model: RuPaul! Plus, meet Sara Blakely, the inventor of Spanx. Then, get funky with The Commodores.

An 11-Year-Old Boy's Dream Comes True Plus RuPaul and the Commodores

Rosie Reality is back again to show you what happens behind the scenes of The Rosie Show. Don't miss the intrigue, scandal and of course laughs that make The Rosie Show what it is.

The Rosie Show: Rosie Reality Episode 3

The cast of Showtime's hit series Shameless, including Emmy Rossum and William H. Macy, stop by to chat about the show.

Emmy Rossum, William H. Macy and the Cast of Shameless

Rosie is a games fanatic, so it's only fitting that she has one in each of her shows! Look back at some of the games she's enjoyed the most. Plus, see the new dance game that will get you up on your feet.

Game Show Showdown

Kathy Griffin

Kathy Griffin Part 2

Liza Minelli

The Rosie Show is an American evening television talk show starring and produced by actress, comedian, and Emmy Award-winning talk show host Rosie O'Donnell.

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