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"Get set for a fun-filled and informative morning as you go backstage at the "Today" show on NBC in New York City. In addition, you and a guest will enjoy breakfast with "Today" co-host Meredith Vieira, emcee of this year's Matrix Awards for the New York Women in Communications.
Although she is the newest member of the "Today" team, Meredith Vieira is welcomed into millions of homes five days a week as she delivers news and entertainment with insight, wit and humor. A veteran broadcaster well known from her previous work on "The View," "60 Minutes," "The CBS Evening News," and many other well-respected news shows, Meredith joined "Today" in September 2006. In addition, Meredith is also the host of "Who Wants to be a Millionaire," the enormously popular quiz show which is celebrating it's seventh year in syndication.
Don't miss this chance for you and a guest to get an insider's look at one of the most popular and longest running TV shows of all time and enjoy breakfast with one of its stars."
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Meredith tackles more of your questions! Leave a comment with your
questions and check back next Friday for the answer. Maybe she'll
choose yours!
Felicia said: How does it feel to be included in People Magazine's "Most Beautiful" issue? Must be very exciting!
Celia said: You've already hosted The View, the Today Show and Millionaire, is there another show that you'd ever want to try hosting like the Tonight Show or Saturday Night Live?
Patty said: Meredith where on earth did you get that amazing green duffle coat?? I love it!
Ellen Murphy said: Meredith, I loved the red dress that you wore on the Monday, April 27, '09 show. Who was the designer, I would like to purchase it. Thank you.
Jeff Wolcott: During your interview with Jane Krakowski for 30 Rock did you already know what a merkin was? I had to explain it to all of the women in my poker group. They don't believe me. Tell them I'm not a liar, Meredith. I ask for so little.
Sean said: It's my birthday on Friday! Do you have any favorite birthday memories?
Feel free to post a question of your own for next time!
Felicia said: How does it feel to be included in People Magazine's "Most Beautiful" issue? Must be very exciting!
It's very flattering, I had no idea I was even in the magazine. As I guess you know, I was number 55. Not 55 out of 100, but 55 as in my years... Fortunately I don't have an issue with my age, but it wouldn't matter with People magazine--they always tag on the age of any person they are profiling.
Celia said: You've already hosted The View, the Today Show and Millionaire, is there another show that you'd ever want to try hosting like the Tonight Show or Saturday Night Live?
One of my dreams is to host Saturday Night Live. I was actually in an SNL sketch when I was at The View but after the dress rehearsal they cut it out. I was devastated when they came to my dressing room, even though I had to agree it was lame. They offered to let me be a "skank" in the opening sketch, along with Florence Henderson, but I said no. I'd fill in for Charlie Osgood on CBS's Sunday Morning in a heartbeat. I think it's one of the classiest shows out there. I filled in for Larry King once and thought that was fun.
Patty said: Meredith where on earth did you get that amazing green duffle coat?? I love it!
It's Jane Post for Saks Fifth Avenue.
Ellen Murphy said: Meredith, I loved the red dress that you wore on the Monday, April 27, '09 show. Who was the designer, I would like to purchase it. Thank you.
Fran Taylor, my stylist at Today says it is a Diane Von Furstenberg, and it was purchased at Saks.
Jeff Wolcott: During your interview with Jane Krakowski for 30 Rock did you already know what a merkin was? I had to explain it to all of the women in my poker group. They don't believe me. Tell them I'm not a liar, Meredith. I ask for so little.
Well Jeff, I did know what a merkin is... but I've never seen one. The bigger question for you, poker face, is how do you know what a merkin is? By the way, Jane Krakowski is coming on the Today show on May 14th...
Sean said: It's my birthday on Friday! Do you have any favorite birthday memories?
My birthday is usually low-key. I think my favorite birthday memory is the kids making me breakfast. Richard did throw me a big surprise birthday party for my fortieth. I met him at a restaurant, and as we were having a drink, a friend of mine showed up. Then about ten minutes later, another friend of mine showed up and so-on and so-on, until there were about 30 people gathered. It was much cooler than walking into a room with the lights out because it was a slow reveal...and I got to savor every individual. That's about all I remember, although Richard claims that by the end of the evening I was introducing people to themselves. But that, as they say, is another story.
Happy Birthday, Sean!
Feel free to post a question of your own for next time!
Meredith tackles more of your questions! Leave a comment with your questions and check back next Friday for the answer. Maybe she'll choose yours!
Whitney G said: I know that this is green week and the today show has been focusing on lots of "green" activities. Sometimes I think it's hard to "go green" but I have started using a reusable water bottle at work. Do you do anything special to try to green your routine?
I'm in the process of creating a garden in my backyard. I plan to grow different kinds of lettuce, tomatoes, squash, beans, and other veggies. Of course, I'm not known for my green thumb, so wish me luck...at the very least, the deer will be happy.
Gatchalian said: I like to TiVo the today show every morning, are there any shows that you record or watch regularly?
The only show I watch regularly is re-runs of Seinfeld. It comes on at 7:30 every week night, and I make that my time to just 'vegge' out.
Suzie said: Will we see you as a guest on The View again any time soon?
They haven't asked me. But I love the gals over there.
Michael S. said: What do you hope to be doing 15 years from now?
I hope I'm picking daisies instead of pushing them up. Actually, I really have no idea where I'll be or what I'll be doing in 15 years. I try not to plan too far ahead since you never know what life will bring you..
Feel free to post a question of your own for next time!
Whitney G said: I know that this is green week and the today show has been focusing on lots of "green" activities. Sometimes I think it's hard to "go green" but I have started using a reusable water bottle at work. Do you do anything special to try to green your routine?
I'm in the process of creating a garden in my backyard. I plan to grow different kinds of lettuce, tomatoes, squash, beans, and other veggies. Of course, I'm not known for my green thumb, so wish me luck...at the very least, the deer will be happy.
Gatchalian said: I like to TiVo the today show every morning, are there any shows that you record or watch regularly?
The only show I watch regularly is re-runs of Seinfeld. It comes on at 7:30 every week night, and I make that my time to just 'vegge' out.
Suzie said: Will we see you as a guest on The View again any time soon?
They haven't asked me. But I love the gals over there.
Michael S. said: What do you hope to be doing 15 years from now?
I hope I'm picking daisies instead of pushing them up. Actually, I really have no idea where I'll be or what I'll be doing in 15 years. I try not to plan too far ahead since you never know what life will bring you..
Feel free to post a question of your own for next time!
Meredith tackles more of your questions! Leave a comment with your
questions and check back next Friday for the answer. Maybe she'll
choose yours!
Jamie said: Meredith, I love watching your interaction with Martha Stewart when she's on the show. She's so meticulous in her work. Do you enjoy ruffling her feathers when you do segments together?
I love pulling her leg when she's on, but it's all in good fun. One of the first segments I did with Martha had to do with getting stains out of anything. She was wearing a crisp, white shirt and being the klutz that I am, I accidentally spilled red wine on it. I'll never forget the look of horror on her face. All I could think was "You said you could get stains out of anything..." I think I offered to replace the blouse but she wouldn't hear of it. The only thing she wanted to replace was me... just kidding--we always have a good time.
Jaclyn said: Are you excited for "Today takes a vacation" in a few weeks? Matt always get to travel around the world on his own, so I am excited to see all of you guys traveling together.
I am very excited. This will be the first time we've traveled together as a group since the summer Olympics in China. Working together every day on the show is great, but there's a special bonding that happens when you are on the road.
Erica said: Hey Meredith. You always wear the hottest shoes! But I NEEEEED to know where you got the ones you had on today April 14th!
I believe the shoes you are talking about are navy heels and the designer is Rupert Sanderson.
Allen said: I saw you getting a little choked up when talking about the upcoming Today Throws A Wedding. Is it exciting to be able to throw a dream wedding for the couple? I imagine it would be so much fun!
I confess, I cry at weddings, even TV ones. It's easy to be cynical, but once these folks are on the plaza telling their stories, you'd have to have a heart of stone not to care about them. This year, our lucky couple will be married on the show in July.
Feel free to post a question of your own for next time!
Jamie said: Meredith, I love watching your interaction with Martha Stewart when she's on the show. She's so meticulous in her work. Do you enjoy ruffling her feathers when you do segments together?
I love pulling her leg when she's on, but it's all in good fun. One of the first segments I did with Martha had to do with getting stains out of anything. She was wearing a crisp, white shirt and being the klutz that I am, I accidentally spilled red wine on it. I'll never forget the look of horror on her face. All I could think was "You said you could get stains out of anything..." I think I offered to replace the blouse but she wouldn't hear of it. The only thing she wanted to replace was me... just kidding--we always have a good time.
Jaclyn said: Are you excited for "Today takes a vacation" in a few weeks? Matt always get to travel around the world on his own, so I am excited to see all of you guys traveling together.
I am very excited. This will be the first time we've traveled together as a group since the summer Olympics in China. Working together every day on the show is great, but there's a special bonding that happens when you are on the road.
Erica said: Hey Meredith. You always wear the hottest shoes! But I NEEEEED to know where you got the ones you had on today April 14th!
I believe the shoes you are talking about are navy heels and the designer is Rupert Sanderson.
Allen said: I saw you getting a little choked up when talking about the upcoming Today Throws A Wedding. Is it exciting to be able to throw a dream wedding for the couple? I imagine it would be so much fun!
I confess, I cry at weddings, even TV ones. It's easy to be cynical, but once these folks are on the plaza telling their stories, you'd have to have a heart of stone not to care about them. This year, our lucky couple will be married on the show in July.
Feel free to post a question of your own for next time!
Meredith tackles more of your questions! Leave a comment with your
questions and check back next Friday for the answer. Maybe she'll
choose yours!
Before I answer questions let me wish all of you a Happy Passover and a Happy Easter. This is a time to gather with family and friends in prayer and peace. And maybe to score some chocolate eggs or macaroons!
Angie writes: Did you really hurt Matt's injured shoulder when you playfully punched him or was he just giving you a hard time?
Angie, I really did hurt him, but it was a total accident. The four of us - Matt, Al, Ann and I - are always punching each other in good fun. It's so second nature that I let him have it without thinking. Of course, he then milked it for all it was worth. I promised him I would never hit him again... until the sling comes off. And then, he better run!
Jaye Seymour writes: I watch the Today show every morning and always look for Lenny. Who is he and what does he do? You all seem to have so much fun doing the show that it is fun to watch it. Always gives my day a jump start.
Jaye, thank you for watching. We do have a lot of fun. But sometimes the stories we cover are very difficult, and that's when we lean on each other for support. We like to think of ourselves as a dysfunctional family that loves one another. And Lenny is part of that family. I never feel like I'm really here everyday until a give Lennie a kiss. I've even become a bit superstitious about it. You asked to know more about him, so I'll let him speak for himself. Click here for a closer look at our most loyal fan.
Bethany writes: So you have any fun or exciting plans coming up for the Easter/Passover holiday?
Bethany, in our home we celebrate both, so I'll probably be making charoset while dying Easter eggs. Speaking of Easter, I have a funny story to share about the time our dog (at the time), Sam, ate a huge bowl of green jelly beans sitting on a table in the living room. He was just a little puppy and it was a big bowl. I heard it come crashing down and raced to see what was happening. There was Sam... looking a little "green"in the gills. I raced him outside figuring he was about to do the bow wow barf. Nothing happened. About an hour later, I spotted Sam squatting in the bushes. He suddenly let out a "KaBoom" and literally rose into the air. For one second, we had a flying dog. He never ate another jelly bean. Come to think of it, neither have I!
Feel free to post a question of your own for next time!
Before I answer questions let me wish all of you a Happy Passover and a Happy Easter. This is a time to gather with family and friends in prayer and peace. And maybe to score some chocolate eggs or macaroons!
Angie writes: Did you really hurt Matt's injured shoulder when you playfully punched him or was he just giving you a hard time?
Angie, I really did hurt him, but it was a total accident. The four of us - Matt, Al, Ann and I - are always punching each other in good fun. It's so second nature that I let him have it without thinking. Of course, he then milked it for all it was worth. I promised him I would never hit him again... until the sling comes off. And then, he better run!
Jaye Seymour writes: I watch the Today show every morning and always look for Lenny. Who is he and what does he do? You all seem to have so much fun doing the show that it is fun to watch it. Always gives my day a jump start.
Jaye, thank you for watching. We do have a lot of fun. But sometimes the stories we cover are very difficult, and that's when we lean on each other for support. We like to think of ourselves as a dysfunctional family that loves one another. And Lenny is part of that family. I never feel like I'm really here everyday until a give Lennie a kiss. I've even become a bit superstitious about it. You asked to know more about him, so I'll let him speak for himself. Click here for a closer look at our most loyal fan.
Bethany writes: So you have any fun or exciting plans coming up for the Easter/Passover holiday?
Bethany, in our home we celebrate both, so I'll probably be making charoset while dying Easter eggs. Speaking of Easter, I have a funny story to share about the time our dog (at the time), Sam, ate a huge bowl of green jelly beans sitting on a table in the living room. He was just a little puppy and it was a big bowl. I heard it come crashing down and raced to see what was happening. There was Sam... looking a little "green"in the gills. I raced him outside figuring he was about to do the bow wow barf. Nothing happened. About an hour later, I spotted Sam squatting in the bushes. He suddenly let out a "KaBoom" and literally rose into the air. For one second, we had a flying dog. He never ate another jelly bean. Come to think of it, neither have I!
Feel free to post a question of your own for next time!
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