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Heidi Klum: 'Models have a sell-by date'

Heidi Klum knows that modeling is a young woman's game. In the latest issue of InStyle magazine, the supermodel claims that models, like food, spoil after a certain age.

"Models have a sell-by date," the 36-year old Klum said in the interview.

The mother of four -- who recently changed her last name to Samuel for her husband, the singer known as "Seal" -- also said that there are certain jobs she just doesn't do anymore.

"Like the young, sexy, cute things for teenagers, or even 25-year-old girls. I go in a different bracket now," Klum said.

The German-born model entered a different bracket of current and former models in 2004 when she became an entrepreneur with the television series "Project Runway." Klum signed on as host, judge and executive producer of the reality show, in which up-and-coming fashion designers compete for the chance to receive money to launch their own fashion line.

In 2009 Forbes magazine estimated Klum's income at $16 million.

The new season of "Project Runway" kicks off Season 7 on Lifetime network on Thursday. In March Klum and fellow judge designer Michael Kors will be starring in their own "Project Runway" video game, in which players can design fashion lines, choose their models, strut down the catwalk, and strike a pose in a photo shoot.

Haitian-born singer Wyclef Jean joins Anderson to tell how he heard news of the quake and what he's doing to help victims

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Experts warned of Haiti earthquake risk

Scientists have warned for years that the island of Hispaniola, which Haiti shares with the Dominican Republic, was at risk for a major earthquake.

Five scientists presented a paper during the 18th Caribbean Geological Conference in March 2008 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, stating that a fault zone on the south side of the island posed "a major seismic hazard."
Tuesday's potentially disastrous 7.0 earthquake occurred in Haiti along the same fault line, known as the Enriquillo-Plantain Garden fault zone.

"We were concerned about it," said one of the paper's authors, Paul Mann, a senior research scientist at the University of Texas' Institute for Geophysics.

"The problem with these kinds of strikes is that they can remain quiescent -- dormant -- for hundreds of years," he said Tuesday evening. "So it's hard to predict when they'll occur."

The findings by Mann and his colleagues followed a 2004 study in the Journal of Geophysical Research in which two geologists found a heightened earthquake risk along the Septentrional fault zone, which runs through the Cibao valley in the northern Dominican Republic.

"This is seismically a very active area of the world," one of the geologists, said Jian Lin of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in Massachusetts. "Geologists should not be surprised by this earthquake."

Lin co-authored the study with geologist Uri ten Brink of the U.S. Geological Survey.

The epicenter of Tuesday's quake was 10 miles southwest of Port-au-Price, the Haitian capital. Its proximity to the country's population center had scientists concerned Tuesday night.

"Because the earthquake was so close to the capital city, because the city is so populated and because the country is so poor -- the houses are not well-built -- it could cause significant casualties," Lin said.

But Mann believes that Port-au-Prince's modest skyline could work in its favor.

"Port-au-Prince doesn't have high-rises," said the geologist, who has visited the city. "It's mostly a low-rise kind of place. And that may be a fortunate thing for them."

The Enriquillo-Plaintain Garden fault is similar in structure and character to the San Andreas fault of California in that both are strike-slip in nature, meaning the plates move past each other in a horizontal direction, Mann said.

"The island of Hispaniola is caught between two techtonic plates," said Michael Blanpeid, associate coordinator for the USGS's Earthquake Hazards Program. "The North American and the Caribbean techtonic plates are shearing the island, crushing it, grinding it. And as that occurs, earthquakes pop off."

A dozen major earthquakes measuring 7.0 or greater on the Richter scale have occurred in the Caribbean near Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the island of Hispaniola in the past 500 years, scientists said.

The last major earthquake near Hispaniola, a magnitude 8.0 in 1946, caused a tsunami and left 20,000 people homeless, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The last large earthquake based on historical records in the Port-au-Prince area was in 1770, Mann said.

Cosmetic surgery on a budget

Sometimes frugality takes a backseat to vanity. Despite unemployment hovering close to 10%, people are still willing to open their wallets for cosmetic surgery.

"Especially during troubled economic times, patients become even more concerned about their physical appearance, as a way to remain marketable and viable in a tough job market," says Dr. Andrew Jacono, a dual board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon based in Great Neck, N.Y.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, cosmetic procedures increased by 3% in 2008 compared to 2007. Still, people are more selective about what they're having done, opting more for minimally invasive procedures (up 5%) over surgical ones (down 9%).

In fact, $10.3 billion was spent on cosmetic procedures in 2008, down 9% from 2007. People are clamoring for fillers like Botox and Restylane, laser skin resurfacing and laser treatment for leg veins and forgoing liposuction, tummy tucks and face-lifts. Here are six procedures you may actually want and can actually afford:

1. Spider vein laser treatment

Blast these unsightly problems away with the Cynosure Synergy Multiplex, which combines two proven laser treatments into one laser to shrink them. Dr. Anthony Youn, a board certified plastic surgeon based in Michigan, likes this technique because it doesn't require needles, so there's little pain. Another plus: the quick recovery time.

But one visit won't be enough. "Even though it's double the power because it's two lasers in one, it still takes several treatments to eradicate spider veins," he cautions. It could take two to four 20-minute treatments to get the desired results, at $250 per visit. The other alternative, sclerotherapy, in which a solution is injected into the veins, can run $400 to $600 per session. Patients on average will require four visits.

2. Micro-hair grafting

When topical treatments like Rogaine and Propecia aren't enough, it's time to turn to micro-hair grafting, says Dr. Luis Zapiach, a board certified plastic surgeon at Art Plastic Surgery in Paramus, N.J. Originating from Brazil, the technique allows surgeons to plant units as small as one hair follicle to the desired site. The five-hour in-office procedure produces a natural-looking hairline. Just don't panic if the hair falls out. "All the hair shafts will fall out, then, in the next few months as hair goes through its natural growth cycle, it grows back," he says.

The price tag has come down to $5 a shaft, but some patients may need to return up to two more times.

3. Facial spot removal

If your aim is to get rid of red or brown spots on your face, Jacono recommends the LimeLight Facial, which uses a light laser to target problem areas. "It's a non-invasive procedure that requires no downtime," he explains. The laser delivers a pulse of light and, within one to three weeks, the treated spot will flake off or fade.

One drawback is that you may need up to three treatments, spaced four to six weeks apart. Each visit will take a $500 bite out of your wallet. More invasive laser treatments, he says, can cost up to $4,000.

4. Earlobe lift

Expressing yourself through large piercings in your ears may be cool when you're out with your friends, but it may not be so cool with prospective employers, as one of Youn's patient discovered. "He had these huge earrings that stretched his earlobes, and he couldn't get a job," explains Youn.

As a result, the patient came in for the 45-minute Pac-Man earlobe lift, a minor in-office procedure that corrected his lobes. The lift can also correct skin split by heavy, dangling earrings. While it leaves a noticeable scar -- "like a closed Pac-Man mouth," describes Youn -- there is little downtime, and patients can re-pierce their ears within six months. Cost: $700 for both ears.

5. Fat removal

Nothing beats liposuction when you want to get rid of fat fast, but if you're afraid of surgery, Zerona could be the answer for you. Youn likes this new technique, because it "is the only minimally invasive laser that has proven inch loss with no pain, no needles and no downtime."

The laser helps the fat cells release their contents, and, by spacing the treatments every other day, the fat is removed naturally by the body instead of being taken back up by the cells. Results may vary, with patients on average losing three to four inches, a modest loss compared to lipo, which can translate into a six- to seven-inch loss. The price: $1,800 to $2,000 for six treatments. However, if you don't lose three inches, Youn says he will credit you $1,000 for the procedure of your choice.

6. Eyelash thickener

Ready to toss that tube of mascara? All thumbs when it comes to gluing on fake lashes? Then cast your peepers on Latisse, approved by the Federal Drug Administration to thicken upper eyelashes and brows.

Brush the bimatoprost ophthalmic solution on once a day and watch those hairs grow longer and thicker after eight to 12 weeks. But the result is not permanent, so keep your plastic surgeon, dermatologist or ophthalmologist on speed dial to renew that prescription. In rare cases, Latisse can permanently change the skin color around your eye, cause unwanted hair growth if used on the lower lids, and forever darken the irises of light-colored orbs.

If $120 per month seems a bit hefty, Zapiach says a less expensive alternative could be MD Lash Factor. "I am excited about this one," he says. "It's not a prostaglandin, so it doesn't have the same side effects. You can use it on the upper and lower lashes. And it's about the same price, but lasts four to six months."

Health Club Pays Off! Man Loses 100 Pounds in One Year

There are plenty of diets out there you could try in order to lose weight, from the sensible (such as the Best Life Dietand the Eat Clean Diet, for example) to the extreme (think Cabbage Soup Diet and the Grapefruit Diet). But if you're one of the millions of people who signed up for a new gym membership in the hopes of getting into great shape in 2010, then Michael Brumlow will be an inspiration to you.

One year ago, this 27-year-old software engineer from Houston, Texas weighed an astonishing 275 pounds until he finally decided to take control of his weight and joined 24 Hour Fitness (a health club with more than 400 clubs throughout the U.S.). Today, he's one of their biggest success stories, losing 100 pounds in just one year -- through exercise and diet alone. How did he go from obese to amazing? We got Brumlow to reveal exactly what it took to drop 100 pounds, build solid muscle and shave his body fat to just 11 percent in 2009, so you can perhaps accomplish the same goals in 2010.

Age: 27

Former Weight: 275

Current Weight: 176

That's Fit: What was the biggest factor that contributed to your weight gain?
BRUMLOW: It was many things, but I would have to say the lack of exercise in my weekly routine and eating fast foods. It was not just that is was fast food, but how often I was eating too. I would have one big meal a day, and sip on sodas all day long. I didn't realize just how bad and unhealthy that was, since in order to keep your body'smetabolism going, you have to eat often. Otherwise, it shuts down.

TF: What was the final straw that made you decide to shed the weight?
BRUMLOW: Buying size 48-50 pants and not being able to go up the stairs to work without getting out of breath.

TF: What were the most effective changes you made in your diet?
Michael Brumlow: Drinking water/tea and having five to six small meals a day. Switching to five to six meals a day kept my metabolism from shutting down and prevented it from going into "fat storing" mode.

TF: How important was exercise in your weight loss?
MB: Very! Without exercise, I may have lost some weight, but I would have become what some call a "skinny fat" person (which is someone who may be small in size, but also has a HIGH body fat percentage). Exercising helped accelerate the fat burning process, which allowed me to eat much more than you might think. Because of all the extra calorie burn from exercise, I was able to have larger meals, which in turn, made me feel fuller and prevented me from having that "hungry" feeling that would usually tempt me to eat off schedule or snack on junk food.

TF: What types of activities did you use to drop the pounds?
MB: Weight training, running, cycling, kayaking and most importantly, most of the group classes at 24 Hour Fitness. I only really ever got into three of the group classes: Athletic training, shadow boxing and the cycling class. All played a very important part in my weight loss, since some helped build core muscles while others were pure cardio.

Getting both weight training and cardio were key. There are two parts to exercise, cardio, and weight training, but many people who are trying to lose weight often forget about the weight training part. Those are usually the same people that are often not very happy with their results. That's because as you take fat away from cardio, you need to replace it with muscle. This may make the numbers on your scale drop less often, but in turn, that extra muscle provides a huge boost to your all-day fat burning by raising your metabolism.

TF: What's been the biggest challenge about losing weight?
MB: Most of the larger challenges are mental, ranging from worrying about "what people will think of this fat guy at the gym" to "what if I don't look any different or hate the way I look after I lose weight." After I got over those mental challenges, it was more of the physical challenges that were harder, such as going to the gym and running a mile (even though my legs hurt) or being motivated enough to get up early on a Saturday to go to a group class.

TF: What's been the greatest lesson you've learned along the way?
MB: Because I have gotten into weight lifting a bit more than I thought I would I have, I've learned many things about weight loss. Now that I have lost the weight, I have control of how much I weigh. If I want to drop a few pounds, I know it's as easy as going for a run. But the most important thing is that it doesn't matter how much you weigh, but what your body fat percentage is, and, if you're happy with the way you look.

TF: Do you have a favorite low-calorie (but restaurant-rich) meal that our readers might like to try?
MB: Well first off, healthy food does taste better! I almost gag now at the thought of eating any sort of fast food. But I will tell you the foods I did discover that are very healthy and great to eat while trying to lose weight.

1. Sushi. I'm talking about the raw kind (not the rolls). Fish such as fresh salmon, super white tuna and red snapper. If raw meat isn't your thing, then having the smoked versions are okay, too. (Just watch the soy sauce because of the extra sodium.)

2. Salads. At restaurants, it can be trickier, since you don't always have access to the nutrition info in their salads. But most salads with meat on top are safe, so long as you use the dressing sparingly.

3. Any sandwich shop with wheat bread and turkey is fine, but again, watch out on the sauces and what they may typically add on your sandwich.

TF: Any last piece of advice for dieters trying to lose weight?
MB: It's important to remember that if you do goof up and eat something bad, don't sweat it. Also, don't make it an excuse to give up. Just make up for your mistake by running an extra mile (or less, or more depending on what level you are at). And if you can't run a mile, then walk it instead!

Michael Jackson death certificate ruling homicide appears online

The amendment to Michael Jackson’s death certificate declaring that his June 25 passing was due to “acute propofol intoxication” and “intravenous injection by another,” has been published online. EW has confirmed with the L.A. County coroner’s office that the document, which is part of the public record, is genuine. Jackson’s death was officially ruled a homicide last August.

On Friday afternoon, Jane Robison, a spokeswoman for the L.A. district attorney’s office, told EW that recent reports claiming Dr. Conrad Murray, Michael Jackson’s physician, will be indicted on charges of involuntary manslaughter are false. “Nothing has changed,” Robison said. “It’s a bogus report. We don’t have the case.”

A spokeswoman for Dr. Murray also sent EW the following statement: “We have refused to comment on stories involving unnamed sources and will continue to do so. However, we can confirm that we have not received notice of an impaneled grand jury and Dr. Murray has not been invited to testify. J. Michael Flanagan was added to Dr. Conrad Murray’s defense team this past week. His offices are in Glendale, California.” As we previously reported, Flanagan is the attorney who represented Britney Spears in a hit-and-run case. He told the AP he once also successfully defended a nurse who was acquitted in an L.A. trial after being accused of administering propofol to a patient who died.

Wyclef Jean, Fellow Celebs Solicit Support After Earthquake Rocks Haiti Capital

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Another natural disaster has hit way too close to home for Wyclef Jean.

"Haiti today faced a natural disaster of unprecedented proportion, an earthquake unlike anything the country has ever experienced," the Haitian musician said in a statement following today's devastating 7.0 quake in Port-au-Prince, the capital of the Caribbean island nation.

"I cannot stress enough what a human disaster this is, and idle hands will only make this tragedy worse," continued the formerFugee, whose Yelé Haiti Foundation raised relief funds in the wake of Hurricane Gustavand other tropical storms that battered the area in 2008.

And Jean, who is from the town of Croix-des-Bouquets, isn't the only celeb speaking out, of course.

Ashton Kutcher is one of many who havetaken to Twitter to direct people to websites such as UNICEF's that are taking donations for quake victims.

Others doing the same include Rainn Wilson, Olivia Wilde, John Legend, Alyssa Milano, Selena Gomez and E!'s Sal Masekela, who also tweeted, "How is it that the poorest country in the western hemisphere continues to get the rawest of the raw deal? Prayers for all in Haiti."

The New York Times reports that the temblor, the country's worst in 200 years, leveled a hospital in the wealthy suburb of Petionville and caused widespread damage to the troubled city of 2 million. Fires burned into the night and all of Port-au-Prince was without telephone service and electricity.

Thousands are feared dead.

"Going 2 bed not knowing if all the beautiful children in the schools & orphanages we visted in Oct. r all dead or not. Our hotel destroyed," tweeted an uncharacteristically serious Wilson, who traveled to Haiti in October with his wife to help raise money for two girls' schools and an orphanage.

As for Jean's foundation, texting "Yele" to 501501 from your cell will automatically donate $5 to the Yelé Haiti Earthquake Fund (charged to your bill), or visit www.Yele.org to make donations.

"Over 2 million people in Port-au-Prince tonight face catastrophe alone," the rapper said. "We must act now. President Obama has already said that the U.S. stands 'ready to assist' the Haitian people. The U.S. Military is the only group trained and prepared to offer that assistance immediately. They must do so as soon as possible. The international community must also rise to the occasion and help the Haitian people in every way possible."

Ellen DeGeneres Starts Work on American Idol

While a new season of American Idol kicked off in Boston Tuesday night, Ellen DeGeneres has already started taping Hollywood week as a judge for talent search, which she called an “amazing time.” But she’s already dreading one aspect of her new job: telling contestants they won’t make the cut.

“I don’t like that and I’m not that kind of person — because they have a name for a person who likes to hurt people’s feelings — it’s called ‘Simon,’” the talk show host said on an episode of her show set to air Wednesday.

Another small drawback for DeGeneres: not being able to tune in to the show anymore. “I couldn’t watch American Idol last night because I was busy working on American Idol last night,” she said.

DeGeneres also anticipates some changes in her nighttime routine as taping for the show continues.

Usually I’m in bed by 9 p.m., seriously, or 9:15 p.m. if I’m feeling crazy, but last night we were there until today,” she says. “If they keep going like this, I’m going to have to put my pajamas on.”

But a sleepy-eyed DeGeneres says the excitement about her new position — and knowing the winners before anybody else does — makes all the late nights worth it.

“If you have a good bookie let me know,” she said.

American Idol Premieres with Emotional Auditions

Tuesday was audition night in Boston for the beginning of a historic season of American Idol: the last withSimon Cowell, the first without Paula Abdul. Her departure was noted at the start — and then in came guest judge Victoria Beckham, who had an odd way of batting her eyes and cocking her head when she heard a voice that interested her. Some people find her funny but that lady scares me!

The two-hour premiere, which sent 32 performers on to Hollywood with fabled golden tickets, was big on inspirational stories. The first put through to L.A. was possibly the nicest contestant of all time: Maddy Curtis, 16, is the ninth of 12 children and has several brothers with Down syndrome (most of them adopted). Simon paid her a high compliment: “You’re not annoying.” Then there was Katie Stevens, also 16, who sang in honor of a grandmother suffering from Alzheimer’s. Katie performed a surprisingly lusty version “At Last” (watch a clip). And Justin Williams, now 27, recounted his victory over cancer. A vocal coach, he apparently has all sorts of vocal tricks at his disposal — he should do very, very well.

Some other promising picks: Tyler Grady, who looked like a pencil-thin rocker of the old school and came in with both arms in casts (he’d fallen out of a tree); Ashley Rodriguez, impeccably put-together with just the right degree of commercial gloss; and Leah Laurenti, who sang “Blue Skies” with a pure, strong voice (she doubtless got bonus points for being sincerely farklempt).

I liked Jennifer Hirsh simply because she sang “Ding-Dong! The Witch Is Dead.” Why don’t more kids audition with that? It’s so catchy!

The show didn’t go overboard, as it has been known to do, with awful auditions. A lot of airtime was devoted to a guy named Andrew Fenlon, who came in hostile and sulky after a day of waiting. (You almost wondered if he was Ashton Kutcher in chunky glasses punking the panel.) His attitude ticked off both Kara DioGuardiand Victoria, although Simon (rightly) warmed up to him. He actually had one of the best voices of the night. But he was sent home.

Favorite judge’s comment of the night: Victoria’s backhanded compliment to a failed contestant — she said, “I think you’re probably perfect working in retail.” And she would know! –Tom Gliatto

Tell us: Who were your favorite contestants in Boston? What did you think of Victoria Beckham as a judge?

Heidi Montag: Addicted to Plastic Surgery

At just 23 years old, The Hills star Heidi Montag decided to go under the knife for a second time and have a staggering 10 plastic-surgery procedures in one day.

"For the past three years, I've thought about what to have done," the reality star tells PEOPLE. "I'm beyond obsessed."

And so, on Nov. 20, Montag's total transformation began. Keeping even her family in the dark, the starlet chronicled every painful moment of recovery and her journey to become "the best me."

To find out what surgeries Heidi underwent and what husband Spencer Pratt thinks of her new look, pick up the latest issue of PEOPLE, on newsstands now.

Conan O'Brien Says He Won't Budge for Jay Leno

NBC wanted his decision. Well, consider it done:Conan O'Brien says he will no longer host 'The Tonight Show' if the storied talk show is nudged to 12:05 a.m. In a statement released Tuesday afternoon, O'Brien pounds away at NBC for proposing a move to bring Jay Leno back to the 11:35 p.m. time slot, saying that such a change for 'Tonight' would "seriously damage what I consider to be the greatest franchise in the history of broadcasting."

He singles out the network for not giving him a fair shake at success following your local news.

"It was my mistaken belief that, like my predecessor, I would have the benefit of some time and, just as important, some degree of ratings support from the prime-time schedule," he says. "Building a lasting audience at 11:30 is impossible without both."

The mention of decreased "ratings support" in prime-time is a not-so-subtle dig at Leno's failure to attract the kinds of viewers the network had hoped for. Nationwide, affiliates had complained that Leno's anemic numbers hurt local news telecasts, which in turn hurt 'The Tonight Show.'

In his statement, O'Brien expresses deep respect for the 'Tonight Show' legacy, which includes such icons as Johnny Carson and Jack Paar, and flatly states he cannot participate in what he believes is the franchise's systematic dismantling.

"My staff and I have worked unbelievably hard and we are very proud of our contribution to the legacy of The Tonight Show. But I cannot participate in what I honestly believe is its destruction."

O'Brien decries NBC's snap decision to nix Leno's failed prime-time show and for not allowing him the time and resources needed to build a successful viewer base for the revamped 'Tonight Show.'

"After only seven months, with my 'Tonight Show' in its infancy, NBC has decided to react to their terrible difficulties in prime-time by making a change in their long-established late night schedule."

In justifying his bold, but understandable stance, O'Brien also cites concern for his successor at 'Late Night,' saying that it would be "unfair" to Jimmy Fallon to ask him to start his show an hour later. "That would hurt the other NBC franchise that I love," he says.

The decision will undoubtedly lead to some legal back-and-forth with NBC. His contract reportedly allows the network to move 'Tonight' to 12:05, but no later. It's not known how the network will handle a host of a show that refuses to move time slots.

What happens if both O'Brien and NBC stand firm on the matter? If Conan bolts completely from the network, it would appear altogether possible for Jay Leno to simply be installed back in his former home at 'The Tonight Show.' This would simplify matters and possibly result in a ratings resurgence for 11:35 p.m., which has suffered under O'Brien. However, Conan's fans are a loyal bunch and there would certainly be backlash in the comedy community.

Ultimately, O'Brien says he hoped he and NBC could resolve the issue quickly so he could do a show of which he and his crew could be proud -- "for a company that values our work." He also says he has received no offer from other networks, including the one that has publicly shown interest in him: FOX.

► Conan O'Brien's Full Statement (Via NY Times)

People of Earth:

In the last few days, I've been getting a lot of sympathy calls, and I want to start by making it clear that no one should waste a second feeling sorry for me. For 17 years, I've been getting paid to do what I love most and, in a world with real problems, I've been absurdly lucky. That said, I've been suddenly put in a very public predicament and my bosses are demanding an immediate decision.

Six years ago, I signed a contract with NBC to take over The Tonight Show in June of 2009. Like a lot of us, I grew up watching Johnny Carson every night and the chance to one day sit in that chair has meant everything to me. I worked long and hard to get that opportunity, passed up far more lucrative offers, and since 2004 I have spent literally hundreds of hours thinking of ways to extend the franchise long into the future. It was my mistaken belief that, like my predecessor, I would have the benefit of some time and, just as important, some degree of ratings support from the prime-time schedule. Building a lasting audience at 11:30 is impossible without both.

But sadly, we were never given that chance. After only seven months, with my Tonight Show in its infancy, NBC has decided to react to their terrible difficulties in prime-time by making a change in their long-established late night schedule.

Last Thursday, NBC executives told me they intended to move the Tonight Show to 12:05 to accommodate the Jay Leno Show at 11:35. For 60 years the Tonight Show has aired immediately following the late local news. I sincerely believe that delaying the Tonight Show into the next day to accommodate another comedy program will seriously damage what I consider to be the greatest franchise in the history of broadcasting. The Tonight Show at 12:05 simply isn't the Tonight Show. Also, if I accept this move I will be knocking the Late Night show, which I inherited from David Letterman and passed on to Jimmy Fallon, out of its long-held time slot. That would hurt the other NBC franchise that I love, and it would be unfair to Jimmy.

So it has come to this: I cannot express in words how much I enjoy hosting this program and what an enormous personal disappointment it is for me to consider losing it. My staff and I have worked unbelievably hard and we are very proud of our contribution to the legacy of The Tonight Show. But I cannot participate in what I honestly believe is its destruction. Some people will make the argument that with DVRs and the Internet a time slot doesn't matter. But with the Tonight Show, I believe nothing could matter more.

There has been speculation about my going to another network but, to set the record straight, I currently have no other offer and honestly have no idea what happens next. My hope is that NBC and I can resolve this quickly so that my staff, crew, and I can do a show we can be proud of, for a company that values our work.

Have a great day and, for the record, I am truly sorry about my hair; it's always been that way.

Yours,

Conan