Hey there, friends. Let’s talk about the legendary Marie Osmond, who, despite her decades in the spotlight, still gets a little nervous when stepping into new territory. During a recent visit to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the beloved singer and entertainer shared some heartfelt insights about her transition to a full-time role on The Talk. Even someone as accomplished as Marie can feel those pre-show jitters, and that’s what makes her story so relatable.
Marie Osmond Joins The Talk: A New Chapter in an Iconic Career
Now, let’s rewind a bit. Marie Osmond has been a guest cohost on The Talk over 40 times in the past nine years. So, you might think she’d be completely comfortable walking into the studio, right? Well, not exactly. In her candid conversation with Stephen Colbert on September 16, she admitted that even after all those years of experience, stepping into her new role as a full-time cohost came with a surprising twist of nerves. "The ladies on The Talk are absolutely incredible," Marie gushed. "We might have different opinions, but that’s what makes the show so dynamic. You just get into this groove and talk about whatever’s on your mind."
First Week Jitters: Marie’s Honest Take on Nerves
Here’s the thing about Marie: she’s not one to shy away from honesty. Even though she’s been entertaining us for decades, she confessed that her debut episode on September 9 wasn’t without its fair share of butterflies. "It was really interesting," she told Stephen. "The first week, especially the first show, I felt a little nervous. You know, I’ve been working for a few decades," she joked, "and all of a sudden, I’m getting these butterflies. But, you know what? That’s a good thing!"
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And here’s the kicker—Marie didn’t let those nerves linger for long. "After about 10 minutes, I told myself, 'Marie, stop it! Just do what you do,'" she explained. "When you lose that little bit of nervous energy, it’s time to move on to something else. I’m so grateful to still feel this excitement, and it’s a sign that I’m in the right place."
Marie’s Excitement for Her New Role
Let’s talk about why Marie is so thrilled to be joining The Talk. In her words, it’s like opening a new chapter in her life. "Oh my gosh, it’s so much fun," she gushed, speaking about her cohosts Sharon Osbourne, Eve, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Sheryl Underwood. "They’re all such smart, strong, and talented women. I feel so honored that CBS chose me to be a part of this incredible team. It’s like a dream come true!"
Fans React to Marie’s New Journey
When CBS announced in May that Marie would officially replace Sara Gilbert on The Talk, fans couldn’t have been more thrilled. In a heartfelt press release, Marie expressed her excitement about this new adventure. "It’s such a joy for me to join The Talk in September," she said. "After guest cohosting and appearing as a guest on the show for years, I’m thrilled to now call this my day job. I’m looking forward to working with Sharon, Sheryl, Eve, and Carrie Ann, who are such smart, strong, talented women that I deeply admire. I can’t wait to share this exciting new chapter with the viewers and the CBS family."
So, be sure to tune in and catch Marie and her cohosts on The Talk every weekday at 2 p.m. EST on CBS. It’s going to be a ride you won’t want to miss!
