michael.ausiello

Question: In your ...

Question: In your "Entertainment News" column on 11/4/04 you said that Kelly Osbourne was "soon to be unemployed." I am just curious if you know that Life as We Know It is going to be canceled or if you are just predicting it?  Cindy Ausiello: Well, the really-low-rated Life is being replaced with movies and specials during November sweeps, so that should tell you something. Honestly, I'm shocked (as are some folks at ABC) that the sex-drenched soap has lasted this long.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: I'm thinking Zach ...

Question: I'm thinking Zach is going to off Paul on Desperate Housewives. Am I right?  Laura Ausiello: Makes sense to me. Other guesses?

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: Do you find it ...

Question: Do you find it insulting when people write to you just so they can see their names appear in your column?  Martha Ausiello: As regular readers of this column know, I'm not a big fan of self-promotion in any form.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: Are you having any ...

Question: Are you having any luck with the Snapple Snaffle? Clearly you drink it as often as I do (if not more so), so I'm curious if you got any Wild Caps. I'm thisclose to winning a new cell phone! Best to Anita and Ivana.  Marc Robinson Ausiello: I gave up on Snapple promotions after I spent six months collecting those red caps only to win a broken toothbrush holder. How are you supposed to regift that?

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: In Smurf language ...

Question: In Smurf language is it Smurf Raspberry Snapple, Diet Smurf Snapple, or Diet Raspberry Smurf? Either way, would you still drink it?  Ted Ausiello: It's Diet Smurfberry Snapple. And assuming it was fresh, yes, I would.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: I was disappointed ...

Question: I was disappointed to learn of the cancellation of Grounded for Life. What was WB's justification?  Ashley Ausiello: I'm more interested in hearing their justification for picking it up from Fox's scrap heap in the first place.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: I think Capslock ...

Question: I think Capslock Lori was referring to Redd Foxx in The Royal Family. But Foxx died in 1991, a little longer than five years ago. Is that right?  Daenery Ausiello: It's gonna have to be, Daenery. It's gonna have to be.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: Hey, I just started ...

Question: Hey, I just started reading your column. I find it entertaining, although very confusing.  Melissa Ausiello: What could be so confusing? People ask me questions and I answer them.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: Is CBS nuts ...

Question: Is CBS nuts pulling dr. vegas?!?! We love that show!  Joani Ausiello: Sorry Joani, but I gotta side with Les Moonves on this one.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: Your mention of ...

Question: Your mention of Gargamel ("Ask Ausiello" 11/03) made me laugh for .47 seconds, despite my depression/puffy eyes/exhaustion over last Tuesday's dire election results. You should feel proud.  Erin Ausiello: I do, Erin. Oh, I do.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: If Keri Russell ...

Question: If Keri Russell were to be convicted of a heinous murder, would you still love her? I'm trying to get an accurate measure of your obsession with her. Thanks, cheeky-poo.  Jennifer E. Ausiello: I'm not going to play your little reindeer games, Jennifer. Nice try. I will, however, take this opportunity to plug the new issue of TV Guide magazine, which contains scoop about a new collaboration between Ms. Russell and one of her former Felicity colleagues. It's so exciting I'm actually soiling my pants as I write this.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: How about answering ...

Question: How about answering my question about the admiral in JAG? Where is he? This is the second time I have asked.  Frank Ausiello: Um, I already answered this, Franklin. This reminds me: I should introduce you to my friend Ivana Chillpill. You guys would really hit it off.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: To heck with all ...

Question: To heck with all those naysayers! Your zany wit, biting comebacks and your Smurf collection rock! Not to mention those killer good looks and 10,000-watt smile. That's why we have free speech. If you don't like it, keep on surfin'! Bring on the members-only forum!  Stacey Ausiello: Should be up and running by the end of the month, Stacey. Hang in there!

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: I am a huge fan of ...

Question: I am a huge fan of HBO's Carnivale. When will the new season start?  Collette Ausiello: Jan. 9, Collette. I'm trying to get HBO to donate a few copies of the first season DVD for an upcoming "Ask Ausiello" giveaway, but I think they're concerned I'll use them as Christmas gifts instead. And I'd be lying if I said the thought hadn't crossed my mind.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: What's the scoop on ...

Question: What's the scoop on John Spencer on The West Wing? Is he off the show for good?  Mary Ausiello: Despite his character's heart attack last week, Spencer  and Leo  are not going anywhere. At least that's what the actor told TV Guide's Mary Murphy last week. "I am not leaving," he said. "My phone has been ringing off the hook all week. People are asking me, 'Is Leo going to die? Are you leaving the show?' I have even gotten a few job offers." Spencer added that Leo will be around for the entire season  although it may be a while before he sees the inside of the Oval Office again. "We are shooting Episode 12 and Leo is still in the hospital." I smell a Scrubs crossover.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: Will you marry me? ...

Question: Will you marry me?  Sheri Odom Ausiello: Depends. How do you feel about Smurf and Smurfette cake toppers?

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: When is the ...

Question: When is the underrated Scrubs going to be released on DVD? That show freakin' rules! Thanks and stay cool.  Mike Reyes Ausiello: I have an e-mail in to exec producer Bill Lawrence about this, but as of Tuesday at 6 pm/ET he still hadn't gotten back to me. You'd think he was off making the best damn comedy show on television or something.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: I can't seem to get ...

Question: I can't seem to get an answer to this question: What happened to John Jackson, the admiral on JAG? He just seems to have disappeared. Without him, the show is boring.  Frank Ausiello: According to a CBS rep, Jackson decided it was time to move on, which led to his character's retirement last May.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: I think Doug ...

Question: I think Doug Savant's character gets killed off.  Christy Ausiello: Would anyone even notice?

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: Am I the only one ...

Question: Am I the only one who finds the voice-overs on The Apprentice to be utterly ridiculous? It is so obvious that much of what Trump is saying in the boardroom is getting dubbed in after the fact.  Kevin Ausiello: It is laughable, isn't it? I expect this kind of shoddy production values from Bravo, but NBC? I have to wonder why Mark Burnett is resorting to voice-overs in the first place? Trump must be butchering those prefiring recaps he likes to give viewers. Maybe it's time to let Carolyn take a spin behind the wheel.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: Do you have any ...

Question: Do you have any interest in running for political office?  Gary Ausiello: Not really. I am, however, interested in running for TV Guide office because this freakin' cubicle they have me holed up in ain't cuttin' it.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Question: I'm going to give ...

Question: I'm going to give you the benefit of the doubt and assume that you had nothing to do with the TV Guide 2004 Greatest Moments ballot. Mischa Barton as favorite actor in a drama?! And Debra Messing!?  Shiner Ausiello: I'm glad you asked this, Shiner. Yes, the rumors are true  I'm an uncle! My brother David and his wife Pam welcomed their first child, daughter Delaney Mason, on Sunday at 10:59 am. Mother, father, daughter and uncle are all doing great. I hope that answers your question.

Wed, Nov 10, 2004

Wed, Nov 10, 2004