Celebs beware, there’s a new “Fashion Police” sheriff in town!
After much speculation, E! News has finally confirmed that comedienne Kathy Griffin will be contributing her snarky commentary as a new host of “Fashion Police.” She’ll be joined by returning panelists Kelly Osbourne and Giuliana Rancic, along with fellow rookie Brad Goreski.
Kathy will be filling the seat vacated by the legendary Joan Rivers, following her death on September 4 at age 81.
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“I get it! These are some big shoes I’m going to fill,” Kathy said in a press release. “Joan was truly one of a kind. Now I hope you will accept me for me. I’m just Kathy. Did I say I’m just Kathy? I meant I’m Kathy F***ing Griffin and you celebrities better strap yourself in, as I am taking no prisoners. I am not holding back so DAMMIT let’s have some fun!”
Kathy echoed that statement when she spoke to Access Hollywood at Goldie Hawn’s Inaugural “Love In For Kids” Benefit in November in Beverly Hills, saying, “I’ve been making citizen’s arrests for years, so I may as well do it professionally. So, we’ll see what happens… No one is off the table by the way, so if I do ‘Fashion Police,’ I hope these celebrities know they’re not safe. They could be still under arrest or release in their own recognizance. Whatever it takes.”
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Joan’s daughter Melissa Rivers will remain on the show in an executive producer capacity.
“Kathy just feels right, and Brad brings a fun, new voice to join Giuliana and Kelly in this ensemble. I’m excited to see where this panel takes this series my mother so adored in this next incarnation,” Melissa told E! News.
Kathy’s “Fashion Police” co-stars also Tweeted the news today:
Welcome to the family @KathyGriffin and @mrbradgoreski. Excited to laugh my tush off with U & @KellyOsbourne next month on @e_FashionPolice!
— Giuliana Rancic (@GiulianaRancic) December 1, 2014
Giuliana Rancic: Welcome to the family @KathyGriffin and @mrbradgoreski. Excited to laugh my tush off with U & @KellyOsbourne next month on @e_FashionPolice!
I am SO excited to be joining @kathygriffin, @GiulianaRancic and @KellyOsbourne on @e_FashionPolice! Can’t wait to break it all down!!
— Brad Goreski (@mrbradgoreski) December 1, 2014
Brad Goreski: I am SO excited to be joining @kathygriffin, @GiulianaRancic and @KellyOsbourne on @e_FashionPolice! Can’t wait to break it all down!!
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The calm b4 the storm. If u follow me on soc media, definitely check in tomorrow (mon)! #KATHY pic.twitter.com/iShWeTbn0E
— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) November 30, 2014
On Sunday, Kathy Tweeted a tropical photo with the caption, ” The calm b4 the storm. If u follow me on soc media, definitely check in tomorrow (mon)! #KATHY,” hinting at Monday’s big announcement.
“Fashion Police” returns Monday, January 12, 2015 with extensive coverage of the Golden Globes. Additional arrests will be made on 16 other occasions this season, following all the biggest red carpet events, such as the Oscars, Grammys, Emmys, New York Fashion Week, and more.
— Paige Feigenbaum
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