The Rise and Fall of Rosie O'Donnell's Career

As we look back on the career of Rosie O'Donnell, it's hard not to think about her current trajectory - a tailspin. From her own show to a shared show to an abysmally-rated cable show, it seems like she's been struggling to find her footing in recent years. So, what happened?

Rosie O'Donnell first rose to fame with her own talk show in 1996, earning her the title Queen of Nice and catapulting her onto the A List. She was known for her wit, humor, and relatability, making her a household name. But after quitting her show at the height of its popularity in 2002, everything seemed to go downhill.

She went on to star in various TV shows, including The View, where she served as the liberal bludgeon to conservative Muppet Elisabeth Hasselbeck. However, behind-the-scenes struggles led to her departure from the show just a month before her contract was up.

In 2011, Oprah Winfrey gave Rosie another chance with her own show on OWN, but it didn't quite live up to expectations. The show averaged only 190,000 viewers and was plagued by rumors of tumult behind the scenes. It's clear that Rosie has struggled to find her place in television since then.

Now, it seems like she's lobbying hard to replace Sharon Osbourne as a judge on NBC's America's Got Talent. This move comes after she reportedly turned down the role of Miss Hannigan in an Annie production on Broadway earlier this year.

So, what went wrong? Was it the constant change and turmoil behind the scenes? Or was it simply a lack of direction?

One thing is for sure - Rosie O'Donnell has always been an unlikely star. Never conventionally attractive, but more than conventionally funny, she carved out a niche for herself in Hollywood with her unique brand of humor.

As we look back on her career, it's clear that Rosie has had her ups and downs. But even at the height of her popularity, she was never afraid to take risks and push boundaries. And maybe, just maybe, this latest move will be the turning point for her career once again.

For now, it remains to be seen what the future holds for Peek-a-Boo Dogs - I mean, Rosie O'Donnell. One thing is certain - we'll be watching with bated breath to see where she goes from here.

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