In defense of Julie Chen

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Shan

Friday, September 29, 2000 - 08:46 pm Click here to edit this post

Well I had one more thing I meant to write a while back. Julie really came across as irritating but when she got wind of it, she really softened up a lot.

But the thing that really changed my mind about her is when I watched the early morning show to see her interview with Cassandra. Even tho Julie sort of annoyed me by asking Cass the same questions she had asked her during banishment night, one thing was abundantly clear to me. The entire cast of that early show are the most annoying television personalities I have ever seen. It was honestly a little slice of hell that morning as I waited almost two hours to see the interview. Look at the company Julie keeps!! Can you actually blame her??????Julie is by far the least irritating out of the bunch! We have to make sure she gets to host next time, or else just imagine....

Rmgreco

Friday, September 29, 2000 - 08:54 pm Click here to edit this post

I thought Julie did a GREAT job tonight! CBS screwed up by not making it longer but Julie was wonderful and warm. She has improved GREATLY from the start of the show. GO JULIE!!

Bigbrofan

Friday, September 29, 2000 - 09:00 pm Click here to edit this post

I like Julie Chen a lot. I have a great deal of respect for her and would LOVE to see her on BB2!
It was interesting watching the live feeds and seeing her interact with the guys during commercial breaks. I would still adore seeing some of the HG's on BB2 as the voices of BB. That would be awesome!

Laurie

Friday, September 29, 2000 - 09:01 pm Click here to edit this post

I liked Julie more and more as time went on. I did think she was alittle edgy at first, but I think by the time Karen was banished she really picked up and that is when the live shows got better. I loved tonight when she walked into the house and teased Eddie and Josh about the wink and the babe. She definately loosened up as time passed. In the words of George, she done good.

Whatever

Friday, September 29, 2000 - 09:05 pm Click here to edit this post

Julie Chen is extremely professional and did a great job.

I liked the way she carefully reminded Jordan that at least Jordan was on the show- i.e. getting paid- at the point Jordan was being difficult.

I didn't like the way Julie put Jamie on the spot by asking Curtis about the discussion the three guys had about the women in the house. It was embarassing to Jamie, especially knowing Brittany was enjoying it too much. At least Curtis brought attention to Brittany's lack of humility.

Julie Chen has been making the rounds of interviews the past few days about the show.

This morning, she was asked if she would be hosting BB2. Right now it is up in the air. She alluded to the fact that it would depend on what the Early Show producers and CBS might think was best for her- if they will let her take the time to do it.

Columbus

Friday, September 29, 2000 - 09:11 pm Click here to edit this post

I never really knew why everyone was giving Julie
a very bad score card. I think that she was great
on the show from the beginning. She only did what
CBC told her in her little ear to do. She gets an
A+ from me.

Skwmom

Saturday, September 30, 2000 - 05:46 am Click here to edit this post

I also think Julie did a great job last night. I think she improved over time but who wouldn't. Hope she hosts BB2.

Ocean_Islands

Saturday, September 30, 2000 - 07:00 am Click here to edit this post

I was wondering, when Julie put Curtis on the spot about "hooking up with a former houseguest outside of the house" -- why didn't he say, "Well, Julie, I was thinking about YOU!" His wit failed him this time! Understandable considering everything that was going on at the moment!

Gonnagetfired

Saturday, September 30, 2000 - 09:01 am Click here to edit this post

I too thought Julie was wonderful on the final show. She seemed so much more real, and human, and approachable. She seemed like a really nice, fun lady. I hope her career has not been hurt by this BB experience. Maybe I'll even start watching the CBS Early Show now..

Jombie

Saturday, September 30, 2000 - 09:19 am Click here to edit this post

I watched the live feeds of the show, and Julie was very funny, warm and genuinely interested in the guys...she told them how funny their party the other night was, and they made small talk during the commercial break...

She is pretty cool in person, as I've said before, she just doesn't come off well on TV - but that's not a crime...I probably wouldn't either, especially because the camera ADDS 10 lbs.

And it looked to me like SHE was digging Curtis...she was giving him the eye, and vibing him, great body language!!!

Ribbit

Saturday, September 30, 2000 - 12:17 pm Click here to edit this post

On Jamies banisment show, Julie Chen in tight, red leather pants, almost turned me straight. I also think Eddie practically fell in love with her when she walked into the livingroom last night. That wasn't the look of money in his eyes. Julie's been my favorite HG throughout the show.

Jana

Saturday, September 30, 2000 - 12:20 pm Click here to edit this post

I think the consensus is that she improved over time...she is young ya'll..don't forget! you know how old? 30! she is only 30!...she has a great career in front of her!

Eddieluver

Saturday, September 30, 2000 - 12:26 pm Click here to edit this post

I thought Julie was great last night. Obviously, there was enough tension in that room to kill someone and she handled it very well. However, I don't get why they had Josh's family meet him IN the house instead OUTSIDE of it? I guess that some new thing to throw in at the last minute. It didn't work out well at all. She is a VERY spunky lady. I heard some interviews that she did that shocked me but she was quite witty. I hope CBS gives her a bigger part on another show or perhaps even talk show? That would be cool. I STILL think she only has eyes for Eduardo. Her face lit up when she gave him the envelope telling him that he was the winner. She even said on a radio show that she digs him. *grins* Though, I still want him with Britt.

Good job Ms. Chen! :)

Jana

Saturday, September 30, 2000 - 12:41 pm Click here to edit this post

go to www.eyada.com and then select the "Dan & Scott" show on the left...then scroll down and you can hear the cool interview with Julie Chen...

they also have a poll going today that says 88% of viewers are going through witdrawal!

Punkgrrl

Saturday, September 30, 2000 - 12:45 pm Click here to edit this post

i agree. Julie definitely rose in my opinion as the weeks went by. when she was able to be herself more (telling George he had 10 secs. to decide which daughter!), she was really enjoyable and funny. most important, she seemed to truly care last night.