Rachael Ray Tops Q Scores
New talk show host/chef Rachael Ray recorded the top likability score according to Marketing Evaluations Inc.’s Q Score measure of popularity/recognition. The category was hosts, moderators announcers, commentators and DJ’s.
Ray, who also hosts shows on Food Network, was number one, followed by ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition host Ty Pennington in the number-two slot. Oprah came in at number six, and Food Network’s Emeril Lagasse was number eight.
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