The Jenny Jones Show
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The Jenny Jones Show[lower-alpha 1] is an American first-run syndicated talk show that was hosted by Jenny Jones. Taped at the NBC Tower in Chicago, the show ran for twelve seasons from September 16, 1991, to May 21, 2003. It was conceived as an alternative to the tabloid talk shows of the early 1990s, and initially followed a traditional talk show format. However, the show reformatted for its second season, in which it shifted its focus to single-topic panel discussions with everyday people. These topics were often sensational, with the guests discussing their varying experiences and viewpoints. These discussions were moderated by Jones, who placed a heavy emphasis on audience interaction. Live musical performances were frequently featured during makeover segments or at other breaks in the show.
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Also known as | Just Between Us |
Genre | Talk show |
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Presented by | Jenny Jones |
Country of origin | United States |
Original language | English |
No. of seasons | 12 |
No. of episodes | 2,252[1] |
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Production locations | WMAQ-TV, Chicago |
Running time | 42–43 minutes |
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Network | Syndication |
Release | September 16, 1991 (1991-09-16) – May 21, 2003 (2003-05-21) |
The Jenny Jones Show was produced by River Tower Productions in association with David Salzman Enterprises and Telepictures Productions, and it was distributed by Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution. Jim Paratore of Telepictures Productions hoped for the show to replicate the success of Jones's successful comedy act Girls' Night Out. To prepare Jones for her hosting responsibilities, Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution scheduled a six-week trial run of the show, titled Just Between Us. The show debuted on 178 television stations nationwide, which was the largest launch in syndicated talk show history. The show initially received mild ratings, although it became one of the highest rated talk shows of the nineties after it reformatted.
The show initially received positive reception from television critics; however, it faced more criticism after it reformatted. Critics praised Jones's personality and humor, although many alleged the show was exploitative. In 1995, the show was subject to a national media frenzy after a guest murdered another guest three days after an episode's taping. The show prevailed in a highly-publicized negligence lawsuit filed by the victim's family, and a national discussion over shock value and tabloid television ensued in the United States. It received two Nancy Susan Reynolds Awards and three Excellence in Media's Silver Angel Awards. The show served as an influence for multiple television shows, films, and musicals, in addition to launching the career of celebrities such as Rude Jude.