LA Times-Rosie O'Donnell Returns to TV on the Oprah Winfrey Network

Rosie O'Donnell:Los Angeles Times

(Story reported by Yvonne Villarreal and Joe Flint for the Los Angeles Times)

Daytime television is about to get Rosie … O’Donnell, that is.

The comedian will make her return — again — to television hosting on OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network, the network announced Thursday.

“Rosie is an undeniable talent who has captivated TV audiences for nearly 20 years,” Oprah Winfrey said in a statement  “She’s a true original, who brings her authentic voice, dynamic energy and pure passion to everything she does.”

The program, produced by O’Donnell, will be a one-hour daily show based in New York.

“It’s an honor and a privilege to work with Oprah Winfrey on her network,” O’Donnell said in a statement
“I’m excited to be back on daytime television.”

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