Interview: Ant, Comedian, Television Host and Personality

[64522744]

Ant is funny as hell.........especially when he's with his mother............HOLY SHIT............there'd be more cases of death of laughing so hard.

[TOMLUVSMUSIC]

Project: Remake of Whatever Happened to Baby Jane.... the musical, of course!

[LynNetterBug]

I love you guys! My Mom wore wigs too ...

[PuddyKatz]

I thought Ant was no longer gay!

[todieandwither]

Love Ant!

[griffmom]

:-)

[jeeccentricx2]

A tv show for the whole family. Sam everyone loves you as a person not just the gay commumity. Do close us out.

[jeeccentricx2]

I ment don't close us out. Do something for the whole world would love to watch with their family.

Jackie

[SamHarrisCOM]

don't worry - I don't see myself as a "gay" entertainer at all. Nothing I will do will ever be exclusive I promise you. It's not me. And I'm not interested in that.

Sam

[jeeccentricx2]

Thank you so much. I love watching you do everything.

Jackie

[Nobbyboy2]

I think Ant seems like a nice guy but he's a lot more, how do I say this, girly than you. I know you're gay but youre not girly gay. And his humor and his sensibility are gay gay gay. And yours are not. It's not your reference or anything about you. Nothing wrong with hat he does. I think he's great. But I don't know if you two go together. He's not as accessible as you are to the mass public. Just my 15 cents.

[LynNetterBug]

IF you KNEW ANT you would not think nor say that. ANT is very accessible.

[Mo1207]

Hi Sam...

I think you guys should go on the road...and drive up and down the east coast and stop in at interesting places, restaurants, shopping malls...take to the street...meet the people, the fans...."VLOG on the Road"....stop in Naples, FL and see me!

You know what would be cool...to see you pop in on theaters, venues and be a special guest for other performers...the crowd would go nuts...

I'll keep thinking..

Mo

Naples, FL

[rainyjane10]

Now I am thinking a Bob Hope Bing Crosby road show.....or a Paris and Nicole "Simple Life"...just jump into a convertible and head out to see the country, Visit your fans and record your adventures....how fun would that be!?

[SamHarrisCOM]

HEY!

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[indplstim]

Sam,, I know this should be about the two of you but OMG,, How funny would you be on Dancing With The Stars!!!!!! You said it first, lol,, but no joke I think that show needs someone from the Great White Way. And it is the number one show,

[moseymama]

You are a comedic actor. The odd couple theme someone suggested sounds good. I suggested the Dean and Jerry act but changed my mind.Two gay room mates theme could be very funny interacted with straight couples.A realty show,then we could see more of Danny.(smile)Both you and Ant acting together has got to be a hit,once a week,prime time;wouln't miss it. In your contract you would have to sing so many numbers(just to keep us all happi).ummmm what'll it be!

[moseymama]

Ps have to add something else. How about you,Sam as a producer,Ant running a comedy shop.You are both room mates.Interact your show biz exp as the premise.Put on a musical production something like the series "Fame"

[SamHarrisCOM]

Thanks for all your comments and suggestions. Please keep them coming!

[intermtnwest]

A male version of The Kathy and Mo Show.

[Audre54]

Gay restaurateur...annoying straight chef...trying to become a 5-star restaurant...guest stars (your friends should do nicely!)...servers could me mix of family members and friends...the possibilities could be endless!

Whatever you do, I know it will be done with style! You are the best!

[Da6xy4ever]

I LOVED DANCING WITH THE STARS!!!!

[Da6xy4ever]

ROFLAMO ROFLMAO

gossip much?....

[StanzyMozart]

OK.....I've got it. I got the idea from "You've Got A Friend". TV show, possibly with the same title. Start with the fans in that video that was created for Sam. Sam could visit a different person every week, spend a day with them and do something possitive or fun.(or both) Pick them randomly so they wont know who is next. Sounds good, don't you think?

[SamHarrisCOM]

Thanks for all your comments and suggestions. Please keep them coming!

Please use the "reply" links to interact with each other and discuss your ideas. Also use the thumbs up/down if you have a strong opinion about an idea in a comment.

[SamHarrisCOM]

Thanks for all your comments and suggestions. Please keep them coming!

Please use the "reply" links to interact with each other and discuss your ideas. Also use the thumbs up/down if you have a strong opinion about an idea in a comment.

[peron75]

I will watch as long as I am on it.

loves it! BUCK

[SamHarrisCOM]

peron75, as in Rona Barrett?

[StanzyMozart]

I would love the variety show, but the reality shows are the IN-THING now. Maybe a weekly show that does something positive for someone different every week. Or have a celeb guest on with you every week. Reguardless, Sam needs to SING!!! A song to close out the show or something like that. Music is a part of everyone heart and soul.

ALL MY LOVE SAM,

StanzyMozart

(P.S.....the invite to re-marry my husband and I in 5 or 10 years still stands) :-)

[Pawla656]

I'm tellin' ya......THE ODD COUPLE!

[sherryborden]

Sam and Ant together - Wonderful idea. I do like the Carol Burnett show idea. They don't make tv like that anymore, and they should. Both of you are very talented. Carol did very funny stuff and she still sang on the show. Sam you could do that also, and Ant is so funny. (I don't know if he can sing). I think it would be a hit.

[Kjazzinphx]

I want an all gay version of Hollywood Squares. The center square should have a token heterosexual in Paul Lynde's spot. Folks like I AM NOT GAY Larry Craig, or maybe Kathy Griffin!  Ant can host and Sam will be permanently in Wally Cox's square. Okay, I'm showing my age. I'm seeing other squares being filled by the likes of Margaret Cho, Rosie, Barney Frank, Indigo Girls, Billy Bean and so on.

[kissey167]

Sam and Ant,

Quantum Leap meets Bob Newhart meets Jason Bourne... A psycho thriller series .

Sam is a highly regarded psychotherapist who can heal anyone of their psychosis simply by transferring it to himself, Ant is a detective trying to pin his patients crimes on him. Id love to see you do something twisted and thought provoking.

Hmmm........ it's a bit Jekyll and Hyde-ish

[jonmacBR]

Picture this. Years ago Sam was a member of a boy band and a giant teen heart throb until being outed by a tabloid. Now, years later, Ant, a talent manager with no clients, finds Sam playing Nicky Arnstein in a dinner theater production of "Funny Girl" in Hoboken, NJ. They decide to get together to revive Sam's career and Ant's client list. Hilarity (and musical numbers) ensue.

[fosseguy]

Since everything in show businesses seems to be about image today instead of talent. I would say, stay off television. Go to a live venue, whether concerts or Broadway to show your true talents. I was going to come and see you at Birdland Cafe, but can't get the time off work for either night. Bummer

[mrsmcg]

How about doing a cooking show. Those seems to be popular. :)

[onepeacenow]

What do you think of a combination Laugh In/ Sonny & Cher Show. You could borrow the best features from each one.

xoxo

[onepeacenow]

Okay, dear Sam,

It was not clear to me that you were talking about this as a serious project :)

So, a Hotter Topics segment including some musical/comedy skits, maybe previewing new pieces and material. How about developing or expanding a different area expression for you and Tony. Areas that are not your normal comfort zones.

Namaste

xoxo

Tresa

[sugarsong7]

I forgot to mention, that 'pippin' is my favorite show. If you managed to incorporate a little "Pippin" in a show with the 2 of you, that would make my day. Maybe 'Magic to Do' could be your theme song for a variety show.

[rspringt]

Sam I would love for you & ant to do some kind of sitcom or comedy/variety show, but i has to be where Sam can sing & be funny like his one man show SAM. Ant could do his stuff on it too.you can do a short version of it on here, but it would be great to get on a tv or cable outlet. Just something that can show off both you talents well

[FTLNewsFeed]

I'd love a Smothers Brothers comedy hour, lol.

[JoshHJones]

Comedy (fake) reality TV, inpatient rehab, voting each other out -maybe for safety? idealy whoever gets voted out remains clean because it's the rehab employees/nurses/docs who are insanely dysfunctional). Sorta been there, Josh J.

[BBBYpsi]

If it happens to be around x-mas time then do something like andy williams used to do. If it is not around x-mas time then a vieriety or doing something like carol burnet used to do on her shows.

[brookelundyband]

Love the laugh-in/variety type show idea for you as a long-term actual tv project...For the short-term vlog, it would be fun to see you and Ant visiting random people (celebrities and friends) with surprise singing/comedy skit telegrams!!

(On a side note, I'd love to see more of you rehearsing/playing w/ Todd;)

[rainyjane10]

A variety show would be so perfect for you. Some place you can showcase your many talents and feature your friends and co-horts. I envision something like the old Laugh-In shows with comedy skits and political satire as well as music. This is so exciting!

[jalcom]

Well... a comedy sitcom should work perfectly with both of you guys... for Sam... a Broadway play with Liza Minelli... Also you can create a reality show called Queir Divas... where you guys can visit all nice gay and lesbian people in the show business... =)

Take care!!!

[samalou3]

I read on Post your questions here Moseymamma came up with a good one.a take off on Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin.Song and Satire,Or Ant just playing the straight guy.Playing off each other would be a blast.

[aumusicman]

A sitcom would be nice, but Sam's character MUST be a singer so you can show off the those pipes more often.

[robertantonnyc]

what is going on over here. Hey Sam, I sang for you one time to audition to be your background at a Joe's Pub show. Hope all is well. Also bought your first album, long ago.

[Pawla656]

I'm thinking a TV re-make of THE ODD COUPLE would be a blast to see.

[onepeacenow]

That's Tony and Marilyn in SOME LIKE IT HOT........doing HOTTER TOPICS : ) Hmmmm, who would be Marilyn, someone who likes wigs....

xoxo

Tresa

[onepeacenow]

That was tres enjoyable! How about your version of Hot Topics called Hotter Topics, you know kinda View-esque with your special charms, intelligence and humor.

OR

do Tony and Marilyn in SOME LIKE IT HOT !!!

xoxo

Tresa

[stargurrl13]

You guys should be a team on The Amazing Race.....I think they're currently taking teams for season 13! You guys would be sooooo fun to watch!

[Lalasfavorites]

You two are hysterical together. Yes, It must be some type of TV show and the blogs can be for behind the scenes/backstage/outtakes But would anyone buy a variety show? It would be nice, but since you are so well spoken on many things,,,hmmm,,a "Daily Show" type show form your perspective? And of course, you should already have camera crews filming the quest for an idea for the reality show.

[Nobbyboy2]

How about a talk show?! Topical, funny, newsy, advice. real stories - you guys make anything funny. And also, so many of your vlogs, Sam, are poignant and meaningful and we need that on TV too. PLUS the singing. And Ant you could comment on things in the outside world. Like Regis and Kelley only you two. Or like The View with a couple more guys and you two leading it. Could be incredible.

[tbear94044]

I would like to see you two do a music/comedy variety show kind of like a gay version of Blue Collar Comedy. You could pitch it to HBO and LOGO. You both have a lot of talent and you're very entertaining.  Go for the big time! Guests could include Ross the Intern, Rosie O'Donnell, Margaret Cho, etc. If you decide to film it while on tour please come to San Francisco so I can see you!

Eddy in Pacifica, CA

[sugarsong7]

Well, first if all, I do think you should go on DWTS, Sam. Yes, absolutely.

As far as what to do together, well for give me, but do you sing, Ant? I can't recall that you do. So why not some sort of variety type of show with some comedy & songs??

[thevopro]

I think you should both do a recreation of a scene from "The Golden Girls". Every gay guy loves the Golden Girls so you must both decide on one that is your utmost favorite and do-able scene. Sophia, Blanche, Dorothy or Rose. You both decide which character you are playing and let's see it reenacted! This could be A LOT of fun! If you can't decide on 1 scene, do 2! Thanks guys!

Ciao!

Jimmy (in Liverpool, NY)

[copacabana1971]

(Re: Golden Girls, by thevopro)

I loved the christmas episode where Rose gives Dorothy one of those spickets you put in a tree for syrup, and Dorothy said it'd come in very handy...if she ever got lost in the woods with a stack of pancakes!

[thevopro]

I am laughing hysterically! That is too funny!! There were so many hysterical episodes.

[sugarsong7]

It's always a pleasure to see Ant, whether on the colony or at Sam's place. You know I love you both! ~Sharon7~ aka O'Hara Family

[kimsambora]

I think you should do a talk show or a variety show too.

[KerriKP]

I think you would be great in a Jerry Lewis/Dean Martin-esque pairing.

[bardbulky15]

Sam and Ant would host an all gay variety show , featuring gay entertainers who would introduce their new upcoming favorite artists.Exposing new great talent to their audiences.. Interviews and performances by both the seasoned performers as well as the new kids on the block! Could very well be an Instant Hit! More structure and development to come!

[perrypearl]

Do a sitcom,PLEASE!Play a character much like yourself=instant ratings magic!!!

[mikeyindallas]

How about a remake of the "I Love Lucy" skit with Harpo Marx where she's wearing a Harpo costume and they mime each other? I'd love to see who could hold off the longest in laughing!! Or any type of old vaudeville act would be hilarious with you two!!

[copacabana1971]

I was worried that Friend Friday wouldn't be on today after that trippy video posted earlier with Sam reacting to the ick. Anyway, what could you 2 do...well, how about horror hosting? Now I bet there's something you've never done! Get a public domain copy of Prince of Space or Horror of Party Beach, think up funny bits to shoehorn in every now and then, put it all together and release it here around Halloween. That'd be fun to see & worth the wait.

[thechubby1]

I have three words for you, Carol Burnett Show. Amazing musical numbers, skits. Throw a touch of Laugh-In while you're at it. How fun.

[mphsbanker]

How about a porno.

[VLPRESL]

hello sam. i think a tv variety show would be great. kind of in the same realm of the carol burnett show. that way, you could do funny take-offs and skits with ant and other guest stars. you could do funny readings of songs a la soulja boy, sing, ant can do some stand-up. the possibilities are endless with this type of show. all my best, vicki

[CindyDFW]

OK, I wasn't actually watching the screen for a minute, but was listening and thought you guys sounded like a morning show on the radio! How's that sound? I would listen!!! :)

[thejlos]

Hey Sam, you guys need to get together and do a variety/musical/comedy show. And you need to get Ant to sing. Maybe Ross could be the MC. Whatever came of the meeting you all had to do blogs together?

[SamHarrisCOM]

ATTENCIONE!!! This is not Truth or Dare, kids! Nor is it Fear Factor. We asked what kind of project you'd like to see us do, i.e. live concert/comedy tour, TV sitcom, movie, TV talk show, TV variety show, Radio show, Broadway show, etc. We're seriously looking at projects to do - so while a reading from "Night Mother" is an hysterical idea - let's get a hold of ourselves! Sam

[SamHarrisCOM]

ATTENCIONE!!! This is not Truth or Dare, kids! Nor is it Fear Factor. We asked what kind of project you'd like to see us do, i.e. live concert/comedy tour, sitcom, movie, TV talk show, radio show, Broadway show, etc. We're seriously looking at projects to do - so while a reading from "Night Mother" is an hysterical idea - let's get a hold of ourselves! Sam

[SamHarrisCOM]

ATTENCIONE!!! This is not Truth or Dare, kids! Nor is it Fear Factor. We asked what kind of project you'd like to see us do, i.e. live concert/comedy tour, sitcom, movie, talk show, radio show, etc. We're seriously looking at projects to do - so while a reading from "Night Mother" is an hysterical idea - let's get a hold of ourselves! Sam

[carrolly2k]

Enjoyable! Ok do a duet "Agony" from Into The Woods, or do a dramatic reading from "NightMother" have a Great Weekend!

[payette]

ok I know EXACTLY what you need to do...

the remake musical/romantic comedy of brokeback mountain off-off broadway... JK

I think you two should do a TV variety hour, where sam sings and you have special guests, like ant can be the host and ROSS THE INTERN can be a guest too.. because who doesn't love you 3!

how about it?

Corey

[SamHarrisCOM]

payette - very interesting....the variety show part, not so much the Brokeback Mountain Off Bway Musical - though I would definitely pay to see that.

[regamom3]

OMG, I forgot to add, try on wigs and sing your favorite 70's or 80's song???

Good luck.

[regamom3]

I'm your first comment. I love your vlog!!!

You two are hilarious together. Do a tv show.

My mom had 3 wigs.  I loved trying them on.

Again, loved your vlog.