Rosie O’Donnell is enjoying a warm reception during her current guest hosting stint on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Among those sending well wishes is her longtime idol, Barbra Streisand, who reached out via email to praise her return to network television.
Streisand sent a supportive message telling the veteran host that it is good to see her back on television and welcoming her home. O’Donnell shared the note on social media, describing Streisand as a class act and calling the gesture a perfect way to finish her week on the program.
This guest appearance marks a rare television moment for O’Donnell, who noted that she has not sat behind a late-night desk in nearly three decades. Her appearance on the show included commentary on current events and reflections on her career trajectory since the nineties.
While fans have speculated about a permanent return to hosting duties, O’Donnell has clarified that she does not have plans for a full-time late-night gig. She emphasized that her schedule is currently focused on her family life. Her time on the show concludes this Thursday.