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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46. Go, John! What a cutie and a smartie. Love the music, love the wit. C'mon, guys. Let's see what fun we might have on a CBS show. The guy is never boring. I remember the old shows of the 60s -- we could use a little music and comedy fun since we're all broke or near broke, and we'll be at home quite a bit this winter, eh?

Posted at 4:47PM on Nov 22nd 2008 by OhBlahDah

47. Whoever says john mayer is just whoring for attention as a celebrity is a dumbass, go watch his where the light is dvd, then shove your comments up your asses. People are dumb, including all of you, and he would host a hilarious TV show.

Posted at 3:46PM on Dec 3rd 2008 by Graham

48. john mayer cannot be overrated...over-exposed, yes, but overrated, NEVER! he's hillarious and anyone who has watched his career since the beginning knows that is truly just who he is...i mean, seriously, just read his blog if you have any doubts...way to go, john! way. to. go.

Posted at 9:00PM on Feb 2nd 2009 by NKS

49. this is hilarious for all you people who said hes a douche and he sucks this man is a genius and extremely talented his music is incredible and he is very funny. this show is gonna be amazing. maybe some of the people that commented negatively should take a good listen at his music and then if you say its bad okay, but just saying its bad without really listening well is crap. maybe you should all take you heads out of your asses and watch the show its gonna be great.

Posted at 7:29PM on Feb 10th 2009 by matt.

50. this man is a genius. hilarious and extremely talented

Posted at 7:31PM on Feb 10th 2009 by mailman

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