By WTF did that man just say

December 30, 2009 11:09 AM | Link to this

I loved Dick Clark and American Bandstand when I was younger and the ball drop, etc. etc. But the last few years have been brutal, excruciating and downright shameful on his families part. It has to stop, just make an appearance and don’t say anything. Not being mean here either.

By Pharrell

December 30, 2009 11:50 AM | Link to this

Fatty’s party was Labor Day weekend, but I appreciate the reference even if it’s thoroughly twisted.

By Squirrellygirl

December 30, 2009 11:50 AM | Link to this

I agree. DC should make an appearance. He has a bunch of difficulty speaking, and it is difficult to listen to him. This should be kept to a minimum imo.

By Victor

December 30, 2009 12:32 PM | Link to this

I still remember the first time I heard someone use the phrase “All good things must come to an end” and I remember how sad it made me when I heard it and realized how true it was then, and now. I have fond memories of seeing my older sister watch American Bandstand and watching Dick Clark through the years. It’s time now…he deserves a rest…Thanks Dick

By Helen K.

December 30, 2009 12:33 PM | Link to this

For some reason I have a difficult time understanding Dick clark.

By jim tomes

December 30, 2009 12:35 PM | Link to this

What time is the show?

By Dick C

December 30, 2009 12:38 PM | Link to this

I wish Sean Hannity or Rush would do the countdown show - then we would get the true story behind New Years Day. I hate all the liberal bias in mainstream media.

By beverly

December 30, 2009 1:11 PM | Link to this

I PERSONALLY THINK IT IS AN HONOR TO STILL HAVE DC TO COME AND TRY TO DO WHAT HE HAS ALLWAYS DONE. WITH THE HELP OF RYAN AND FERGIE. JUST TRY TO KEEP HIM WARM WE CAN ALL SEE WHEN THE BALL DROPS THEY DON’T NEED TO TELL US HAPPY NEW YEAR IN 2010

By amy

December 30, 2009 1:21 PM | Link to this

I think Dick Clark should be able to do and SPEAK on the show as he wishes. It’s a New Year’s Eve tradition and it is his show. Too bad that some people have a problem with looking at or listening to a person who has a disability. Maybe he doesn’t like to listen to the sound of your whiney voice.

By Jack

December 30, 2009 2:18 PM | Link to this

Actually it is his show, as he does produce it, and ABC pays him a lot of monmey to do so. Dick Clark could take his show where he pleased.

By Julie

December 30, 2009 2:27 PM | Link to this

Just like Drew Carey too over for Bob Barker, it’s time for Dick Clark to pass the reins.

By Jane Johnston

December 30, 2009 3:41 PM | Link to this

In response to today’s article refering to celebrities as idols, the press has put them in this position. None of them are worthy to worship. Only our Lord and Savior has this position. If everything they did wasn’t glorified, things would soon fade out.

By truthhurts

December 30, 2009 3:44 PM | Link to this

None of us want to grow old and be “discarded”, but in this case-it’s time for DC to let some others take over.It has nothing to do with understanding him, it has to do with keeping things up to date and relavent. Bob Barker knew when to go, and his old show is still thriving.The new years even show is dwindling…in part due to Dick Clark.

By Likes DC

December 30, 2009 4:10 PM | Link to this

You people are so cruel. What if something had happened to you (God forbid) and you were told that you can’t do that anymore. How would you feel? If it’s what he enjoys, then leave him alone. Or turn the channel. You have many options!

By Likes DC too

December 30, 2009 4:35 PM | Link to this

It is called retirement. The body gets old even though the spirit is able. Rocking at 80 is done in a chair. He has had a great run. No one wants to get old, to have our bodies age, systems break down. We want to be young forever. Pass the baton…

By Shake n Bake

December 30, 2009 4:45 PM | Link to this

I agree, pass the baton…

By Jody

December 30, 2009 5:54 PM | Link to this

Dick Clark Rules on Bringing in the New Year,It could be his last,Lets not 4 get him and all the memories he has done for us I Love You Dick God Bless you my Friend.

By deb

December 30, 2009 6:42 PM | Link to this

I LOVE DICK CLARK, I WATCHED THE SHOW EVERY SATURDAY WHEN I WAS YOUNGER AND NEW YEAR EVE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT DICK CLARK SO SAY A PRAYER FOR YOU MR. CLARK, A KIND MAN LOVE DEBBIE

By DEBBIE

December 30, 2009 6:51 PM | Link to this

I LOVE DICK CLARK I WATCH EVERY SATURDAY.GROWING UP AND NEW EVE IS GREAT WITH MR CLARK, AND I HOPE WE HAVE MANY MORE. I PRAY FOR DICK CLARK TO GET BETTER SOON DEBBIE

By Terry

December 30, 2009 7:35 PM | Link to this

Even though Dick Clark has had issues with his speaking, this “Rockin New Year’s Eve Show” is very important to him. As he has saluted us over the years, I feel we should salute back..If he wants to continue with this, then he should and with our support.

By angie

December 31, 2009 12:11 AM | Link to this

For all of you who are too embarrased to watch and listen to Dick Clark,You need to find Compassion, and Empathy. who knows one day you may have a stroke, and as they say what comes around goes around…. you may find yourself with no one to watch and listen to you.

By Chris

December 31, 2009 12:17 AM | Link to this

WHY DO OLD PEOPLE ALWAYS TYPE IN CAPITAL LETTERS???

By WC

December 31, 2009 4:17 AM | Link to this

Those who are making nasty statements about Dick Clark should STFU. It could easily be argued he has done more for rock ‘n roll than anyone.

By tw

December 31, 2009 6:54 AM | Link to this

out with the old in with the new

By null

December 31, 2009 9:33 AM | Link to this

Dick Clark has passed the baton, Ryan Seacrest and Fergie are the hosts. Clark is just making an appearance, which is fine by me. Let’s enjoy him while we still can, even at a diminished capacity. Some people have serious anger issues here.

By Dude

December 31, 2009 10:17 AM | Link to this

Jane, get a life! Noboby is worshiping DC. He is/was a star in his own right. However, the time has come to retire. I loved AB too, that day has passed. He will be remembered. You Christian radicals crack me up!

By Coltd fan in Ohio

December 31, 2009 10:27 AM | Link to this

I’m sick and tired of posters politicizing entertainment blogs- LEAVE POLITICS OUT, DO YOU POSTERS UNDERSTAND THAT?!! Getting back on topic, the effects of Dick Clark’s stroke from a several years ago have had an impact on him. He’s now 80, and as much as I hate to say this, it’s time for him to retire and to name a successor. I know Regis had to substitute for Dick because of his stroke, years ago, but it’s time for a successor to be named. What about Kerri Kasem? She could be Dick’s successor. Right now, it’s a wait and see mode.

By American Made

December 31, 2009 11:01 AM | Link to this

I love DC and have watched his NYE special for as long as I can remember. I feel sad for him, but applaud him at the same time for wanting to hang on so badly. It’s HIS show, that HE produces. Let him do as he wishes.

By tina

December 31, 2009 11:12 AM | Link to this

Why are some people so cruel? Dick Clark is a legend. He may have had a stoke but he still knows whats going on, and he should be able to make an appearance every new years eve for as long as he wants to. You go Dick!!! Hope to see you around for many more years.

By john

December 31, 2009 12:40 PM | Link to this

dick clark should have left 20 years ago.good riddance.he was a cornball on dance stand.get someone who can talk…

By Dude

December 31, 2009 2:18 PM | Link to this

Gee John, why don’t you tell us how you really feel. Strong letter to follow?

By New Year Host

December 31, 2009 3:18 PM | Link to this

I believe a new host with severe Tyretts Syndrome would be excellent for the New Years Show!! Agree?

By Johnny

December 31, 2009 4:39 PM | Link to this

In the blink of an eye you youngsters of today will grow old and face the youngsters of tomorrow. I wonder how they will view you.

By Me

December 31, 2009 5:04 PM | Link to this

I applaud Dick Clark for hosting this every year especially after having his stroke. I wish they had better bands though. It seems all they have are bands that no one has heard of and they suck. The last decent band they had was New Years Eve 1993 when they had Kiss sing Rock N Roll All Night after Auld Lang Syne.

By molly

December 31, 2009 5:51 PM | Link to this

I must say they did not break the mold.. Ryan Seacrest is indeed the perfect successor to this program. He is the DC of this generation.

By Justin

December 31, 2009 6:23 PM | Link to this

Liberal bias? Its a New Years Eve show! Jeez, can’t you go one day without having Hannity or Blubo thinking for you?

By Mark

January 1, 2010 12:04 AM | Link to this

I’ve been watching DC for awhile (32) - but seriously, I had a hard time understanding some parts. It just seemed like a blur, couldn’t even count down properly. It’s time to retire DC. We’ve enjoyed your company during this time, but honestly, go out in style…

By prowse

January 1, 2010 1:42 AM | Link to this

Terry gets the prize!

By Martha

January 1, 2010 4:05 PM | Link to this

Stroke or no stroke, Dick Clark still refuses to release his productions to video, including American Bandstand, Happening and Where the Action is. The people who would enjoy this are already at least in their 40 - if this goes on much longer, the fans will all be dead.

By LayDBug

January 1, 2010 4:09 PM | Link to this

Dick Clark is an icon. We all get older and I feel that he has earned the right to make his own decision if he wants to continue. Disablitiy or not, its his choice. I have watched him “drop” the ball for 50 plus years. Let him decide.

By Jen

January 1, 2010 7:48 PM | Link to this

My opinion is if Dick Clark wants to leave then he should be able to leave. I do think tho because Dick Clark made the Rockin Eve what it is…it should still have his name even if he isn’t the host.

By Customs_MP

January 2, 2010 7:18 AM | Link to this

New Year’s Eve WITHOUT Dick Clark? No way! Besides that, who in the h* is Bill Hemmer?!?!?

By Mr. Jack

January 2, 2010 10:00 PM | Link to this

Bill Hemmer is a Faux News pretty boy.

By Alvin

January 3, 2010 2:25 AM | Link to this

i BELive that clint eastwood shood take over the mew years show

By Tom

January 3, 2010 7:27 AM | Link to this

I didn’t have a problem with Dick Clark but I can’t understand why he thinks he needs to do it anymore. It’s awkward. I thought the entertainment was horrible and Jennifer Lopez’s costume was the ugliest thing I’ve seen anyone wear on tv. Fox had the best NYE show. CNN’s coverage was really bad. Kathie Griffin and Anderson Cooper just laughed at each other all night. They weren’t funny. There’s no class anymore. It’s all trashy.

By Boxter

January 3, 2010 3:30 PM | Link to this

Where was Obama? Is this the first event he has been on? He must still be sucking up to OW.

By Dale

January 4, 2010 8:37 AM | Link to this

Last week I was 21, the day before yesterday I was 30, 40 was a blur….whew, now I am 50! How in the hell did I get here so fast? If DC is still rockin at 80 then I should have at least 30 good years left. God willing.

By WhammerJammer

January 6, 2010 5:18 PM | Link to this

As Elgin Baylor said, “Its always tough to hang up the sneaks”. Dick was the greatest, but he needs to hang ‘em up.