TMZ -- Mayer's Stepping Stone to Prime Time!

OK, it's true he had a big career before "hosting" TMZ, but it's no coincidence that months after John Mayer hijacked TMZ TV, he landed a network TV series.



We've learned Mayer will host a weekly variety show for CBS. And here's the deal. We know CBS would like to run the show as soon as possible -- the goal is the first quarter of 2009.

It will be a music, variety and sketch show in the '60s mold. Ken Ehrlich (who produces the Emmys and Grammys) will produce the show with Mayer.

But here's the best part. CBS execs saw Mayer's big appearance on TMZ and were impressed, so we're taking credit -- but only if it works. Watch and vote.



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31. I respect the talent and growth of John Mayer. I know the artist will gravitate to Johns' platform. I will watch and expect incredible talents to perform and alot of good music to be showcased. Do it John!

Posted at 7:29PM on Nov 13th 2008 by Sungoose

32. Doesn't this guy ever get tired of endless displays of public masturbation? LOL.

Posted at 6:50PM on Nov 13th 2008 by LOL

33. When you losers can stand on a stage and hang with Pino Palladino and Steve Jordan then you might have a portion of Mayers talent.

The guy proved he was a contender with his last effort, he respects and pays homage to his roots without being a copycat.
Here in Austin Texas you cannot swing a cat without hitting the next SRV imitator......Mayer is the real deal.
Tell me who else is carrying the torch for rock-n-roll? Todays artists are the result of the cheap and fast digital age where talent is not a requirement...the record company's have pissed in their own cornflakes. Rap and pop-tart packaged kiddie bands are only dumbing down the masses and making a mockery of american music....idiots like the Grammy's don't help...but then again they only care about their silly little TV show and it's revenue $.

Mayer will still be around in 15 years making good music and hopefully inspiring a new generation of kids who actually want to write and play real instruments!

Thanks Mr. Mayer and good luck!

Posted at 8:56PM on Nov 13th 2008 by Mr Komit

34. i am a black girl. i will watch john's show. i luv john. john please dump jen

Posted at 9:47PM on Nov 13th 2008 by backwards

35. I totally agree with the last comment #33, Mr. Komit.) He obviously appreciates Mayer's true musical talent. John's latest cd, "Where the Light Is" is loaded with one great song after another and they don't all sound the same. He is a gifted guitarist and he can vary the pitch and mood of his voice. I like his personality and I can't wait for his show. I didn't become a fan until August but now, I can't listen to him enough. In a world of crap music, his is full of rock, pop, blues and I love it! Final commments: I wish three things--1) that he would let his hair grow back; 2) that he had never hooked up with Jenn and 3) that "Where the Light Is" will win him yet another Grammy.

Posted at 10:20PM on Nov 13th 2008 by MayerFan

36. John Mayer was fine but fire the cameraperson. That was brutal. We could not even see John Mayer. Next time, get a professional.

Posted at 10:43PM on Nov 13th 2008 by Shakira

37. haha you guys crack me up... hating on Mayer.. ok you dont like his music.. but the dude has legit talent... and you are all probably jealous cause: 1. he has more money then any of us will ever see..2. he dates the hottest chicks out there...

so stop hating... give the dude a shot.. his VH1 show.. "John Mayer Has a TV Show" was HYSTERICAL! and he cut it cause he wanted to focus on music and felt TV wasn't right for him at the time..

just give the guy some credit.. he's hard working, has loads of talent and is probably alot better looking you all any way...

suck on that one time.. haters

Posted at 12:00AM on Nov 14th 2008 by Haters

38. John Mayer is a legend!!

Totally love his music - such musical talent oozing out of him and he is a real funny guy

This Aussie fan would like to see his new show... dont think we will get it here though.

Congrats John on the new TV Shows!!

Posted at 3:10AM on Nov 14th 2008 by Dimontegurl

39. He should stick to music and stop letting that banana nosed sit com hack
whoop him till he crawls on the streets of NY crying i neeeeeeed you.
oh i forgot he already did that so the ole broad laid down the rules.
Haha That boy won't be doing that again trust me says jannay.
Just never thought you would become a little girl for an ole grandmother.
So cool of her to buy you a show. HA Now you have to live with the hag.

Posted at 11:51AM on Nov 15th 2008 by hotchick

40. I don't know why Jen took him back.

Posted at 12:55PM on Nov 14th 2008 by robbie

41. He's one of the most brilliant stars we have today. His way of USING the media, & making TMZ look fololish, is amazing.
Much wiser than Brad G. hitting photogs.

Posted at 12:58PM on Nov 14th 2008 by Teacher

42. No way in he!! will I watch this sorry piece of sell out do a TV show that old hag brought for him. Jen own him now. He dumped her and had the power but Jen showed him who had the power. Little old douche bag jumped back in his place. This show will always be proof that John Mayer sold out.

Posted at 10:35PM on Nov 14th 2008 by Jay

43. John's new job Hollywood tabloid king. You see him more on the streets of Hollywood after alerting the media than playing music. Can't waith until that Show fail.

Posted at 10:37PM on Nov 14th 2008 by May

44. He sold his soul for a TV show that's going to be cancelled after a few shows what a stupid fool. Such a douche bag. Him latch with Jen makes him look like a desperate loser. I believe Jen is running a game on his stupid a$$.

Posted at 1:27AM on Nov 17th 2008 by Kate

45. You go John! I will be watching. I love John and Jen.....cool people!

Posted at 12:55PM on Nov 19th 2008 by Jus\\\'sayin

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