'The Rosie O'Donnell' Show Headed to DVD

According to the actress/comedian herself, "The Rosie O'Donnell Show"--which for years promoted Broadway musicals and performers to its wide TV audience--is headed to DVD.

On the "Ask Ro" section of O'Donnell's website, the star responded affirmatively to a question on seasons of "The Rosie O'Donnell" show coming out on DVD. She said that the project is being worked on, and that she will let fans know specifics as soon as she does.

Airing on ABC, "The Rosie O'Donnell Show" became a regular presence in many homes from 1996 to 2002, and its star--known for her easygoing warmth and energy--became a welcome guest. In addition to interviews with film and TV celebrities, O'Donnell featured many Broadway stars--including Barbra Streisand, Julie Andrews, Nathan Lane, Patti LuPone and Linda Eder--on her show. Dozens of Broadway shows--from Rent to The Producers--also performed on "The Rosie O'Donnell Show."

O'Donnell most recently appeared as Golde in the recent Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof; she had previously appeared on Broadway in Seussical (as The Cat in the Hat) and in Grease (as Rizzo). O'Donnell, who began her career as a stand-up comedian, also produced the Boy George musical Taboo, and film and TV credits include Tarzan, Harriet the Spy, Now and Then, Exit to Eden, A League of Their Own, Sleepless in Seattle, "Will & Grace," and "Queer as Folk." O'Donnell, who is a also known as a vocal advocate of gay and lesbian rights, is married to Kelli Carpenter O'Donnell, with whom she has four children.

Visit O'Donnell's website and blog at www.rosie.com.