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"I am beyond thrilled," the Emmy-winning TV talent told BV Buzz. "'The Newlywed Game' is one of my favorite game shows and I have loved it since Bob Eubanks was the host."
The 43-year-old comedienne takes over the reigns as host when the re-launched version of 'The Newlywed Game' returns for its fourth season this November.
"I'm greatl
y honored that they thought my sense of humor would go well with the show. I can't wait to interact with the couples and just have a good time," she shared.Singer and TV host Carnie Wilson hosted the first three seasons of 'The Newlywed Game,' however the network fired her earlier this year.
Shepherd, who recently wrapped production on a starring role in the film 'One for the Money,' begins taping the new season of 'The Newlywed Game' in New York City in September.
'The Newlywed Game' will premiere on Monday, Nov. 1 at 6:00pm EST.
"I expect to have a lot of fun on the show," she closed.
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Being funny comes as a natural gift for man – but only the really talented (and really daring) ones have answered the call to make the masses laugh with their comedy. The wild and crazy Tracy Morgan, the much heralded Whoopi Goldberg, the brassy Mo'Nique and the late, great Richard Pryor are just a few of the black, famous and funny people who made us laugh over the last 50 years. There are many more. And they all have stories behind the funny. Check out who they are and what they've done.
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Martin Lawrence
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Steve Harvey
Started Out: Began doing stand-up in the mid-1980s and was a finalist in the second annual Johnnie Walker National Comedy Search in 1989. Big Break: Hosting the nationally syndicated TV series 'Showtime at the Apollo.' Hometown: Welch, W. Va. Also Was Seen: On the series 'Me and the Boys' and his eponymous sitcom. Also appeared in the movies 'Love Don't Cost A Thing,' 'The Original Kings of Comedy' and 'The Fighting Temptations.' Factoid: Born in 1957, Harvey (real name: Broderick Steven Harvey) made his literary debut with the New York Times best-selling relationship/advice book 'Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man,' in 2009.
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Wanda Sykes
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Tracy Morgan
Started Out: Appearing on the sitcom 'Martin,' where he played 'Hustle Man.' Big Break: Morgan's claim to fame came in 1996 when he began appearing on 'Saturday Night Live.' Hometown: New York City Also Was Seen: In 'A Thin Line Between Love and Hate,' 'Martin,' 'Half Baked,' 'How High,' 'Head of State,' 'The Tracey Morgan Show,' 'Little Man,' 'First Sunday' and '30 Rock.' Factoid: Andrew Dice Clay inspired Morgan to pursue comedy.
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Mo'Nique
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Eddie Griffith
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Bill Cosby
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By: dvine0722 on 8/18/2010 11:46AM
she is doing things.. go head Sherri.. congrats..
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By: DONNA GREEN on 8/18/2010 10:42PM
If shes going to be a gameshow host, can she get a stylist???? and a Breast reduction.
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By: Olivia on 8/19/2010 9:28AM
I agree with you Donna, I watch the View and she is so inappropriately dressed most of the time, she often looks like 'the happy hooker'
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By: satdwn on 8/19/2010 10:09AM
sounds like hate in the air.. yup i smell it.. getting one won't pls her it will pls you and that's y she shouldn't get 1..
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By: Anne on 8/19/2010 2:37PM
i totally agreed Sheri looks a mess in her clothings and body is out of apportion also she is much to look at either.
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By: Gail on 8/19/2010 9:29PM
i so agree!!!
LET ME SAY I AM HAPPY, EXSTATIC IN FACT FOR SHERRI....
but pleeeeeeeeeease somebody dress her. I don't have a problem with her big breasts as long as they don't focus on them, don't accent or enhance them with revealing tops.
lol @ happy hooker, no hate, but that was funny...
the view is one of my favorite shows and when she struts onto the set, i'm like OMG look at what she's got on. most of the time i hate it.
but what i do like is Sherri and game shows. i will definitely be watching when she takes over the show. GET THAT PAPER GIRL!!!!!
i'm also looking forward to seeing Steve Harvey host Family Feud in sept.
YES, IT'S ABOUT TIME, MORE BLACK PEOPLE ON TV
I LOVE IT!!!!!
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By: jennie on 8/20/2010 12:23AM
Donna, sure her breast are out of proportion - but thats her schtick/signiture. As for the hair, if I remember correctly she has a line of wigs that she sells. thats why she wears a different on everyday. So big upps to Sherry. You work it girl. No shame to the game.
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By: De on 8/19/2010 6:27PM
Sherri's going to be great! I'm so proud of you girl!!
P.S. I'll be watching!!!
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By: Passion on 8/19/2010 10:47AM
Amen @SATDWN, people aren't happy so they try to bring others down..
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By: Justifyed on 8/19/2010 4:59PM
"Hate on me haters, now or later"....Amen, Passion and Satdwn. We ALWAYS have to cut each other down. I love Sherri!!! When I see a sista, "doing the dang thang" I give her, her props!!
It's funny how those, who are accused of hating are the first ones to say "she ain't got nothing I want"....then don't comment.
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