A QVC Gem Returns: Former Host Kathy Levine Is Back in a New Role
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Longtime home-shopping fans, rejoice. An OG host is headed back to QVC.
Kathy Levine, one of the network’s original and best-loved former hosts, will return to the network on June 1, two-plus decades after she moved on to other ventures. And, as is fitting for this multifaceted gem of the television retailing universe, Levine is coming back as a guest with her own line within QVC’s iconic simulated diamond brand, Diamonique.
Levine — best known for her rollicking jewelry shows with her friend and fellow entrepreneur, the late Joan Rivers — explains that her new gig is the happenstance result of a recent chat with Susan Schick, Senior Vice President of Content and Broadcast Production at QVC.
“She said, ‘You know, you live so close [to QVC’s West Chester PA studios]. You never know. Maybe we’d ask you to stop by,” Levine says. “I said, ‘Well, you know, I hear it’s Diamonique’s 35th anniversary. I am the brand. I am the face. I’m your girl!’ And the next thing I knew, I’m coming back as the Diamonique representative.”
Though she’ll debut a full line of Diamonique products on June 24, Levine proudly notes that her June 1 segments will feature the reintroduction of her best-selling, Levine-designed “Kathy Ring,” a classy, can’t-miss bauble that features a large, heart-shaped stone atop a bold crisscross band. “They’re calling it ‘The Icon’ now,” she shares. “A lot of people have told me over the years, ‘I lost your ring.’ Or ‘My mother had it and she left it to me, but I lost it.’ Or ‘I’d like to get one for my sister.’” Now is their chance.
And for I Love That for You viewers wondering if Levine had to toe the newbie line (something Vanessa Bayer’s home shopping host Joanna has to do often on the Showtime series), even if she could once lay claim to $150 million in sales for the network, the answer is a hearty yes ma’am.
“I had to go back to what QVC calls Guest Class to qualify to come back,” she says. “It’s just protocol. Doesn’t matter that you might have been the first host, or you were considered the best for a while. You are new. We don’t know you. And you gotta sit in class with nine other new people who have products coming on.”
When we spoke, Levine was fresh from a prep day at the QVC studios, taking photos and doing an interview with her pal, 28-year QVC host Rick Domeier, whom she happily notes shares her affinity for keeping it real. And really colorful.
“He said, ‘So what’s new?’ I said ‘bifocals. My teeth. My boobs are still mine, just a lot lower.’
“I’m hoping he’s my real host when I do the big show on June 24,” Levine adds, hoping to recreate the on-air magic she once had with another bawdy blond. “I’m hoping it’s Rick, because he’s my Joan Rivers.”
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You have made my day! I'm so glad she's coming back to where she belongs. Thanks for the great announcement.
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What about the woman that’s already in that role? She’s part of a husband and wife team?
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What happened to Erin Mosely
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I'm very happy to see Kathy return in any capacity, she's truly the best of the best. I love her sense of humor and she makes me feel better about myself. Can't wait to see Kathy!❤️❤️❤️
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Loved Kathy watched qvc daily for 20 years stopped watching a few years ago most hosts I loved are gone not the same maybe I’ll watch again now Kathy is coming back
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Welcome back. I have been with QVC since day "ONE".
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So happy to hear that Kathy will be returning. I loved watching her and purchased many items from her. Love her energy and humor. She would be wonderful with Rick Domeier. I will be watching June 1st !
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Love Kathy! Welcome back
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Wonderful news! I bought my first Diamonique item from her. I really like the lady who has been representing Diamonique for a while now too.
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Erin Mosely is the current rep
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Yeah! So happy to hear she will be returning. I loved her and Jeff. Unforgettable. She was so much fun to watch and I bought many pieces from her. Match her with Dolmeier. Can't wait to see her on June 1st.
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I am so happy to see Kathy return! I loved watching her on QVC. My best friend, who has since passed away, loved her so much and would show me things she ordered. I can't wait to see her again. I also have been with QVC since the beginning. 😍
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So excited to have you back!!!
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Kathy is "The Badda Bing Queen" when it comes to selling everything especially bright and shiney things.
You are looking very snazzy Kathy.
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Miss Antonella!
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Me too! Antonella was soooooo real
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Hallelujah!!! The Diamonique Lady is back!!! I can't wait to see what she has In store for everyone. I have many things she talked me into buying and her "Kathy's Ring" is one of them. Welcome back, Kathy!!! You are the gem that's been missing!!! ♦️♦️♦️
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Sooo excited to hear this!! I can't stop smiling! 💕😁
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So sorry to hear about cl coming back. Ugh? She looks so old.
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I remember watching her with Steve Coluntuno, Jeff, Mary Beth, Jane, Pat - what a great crew - they were selling capodimonte way back then lol - no lavish studios -loved their games too - I won the miners game with Mary Beth - got Q-Bucks!!! very cool
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Think it’s time to turn QVC back on…..haven’t watched (shopped) in a few years……always loved Kathy’s shows!!!
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Woohoo!!! happy dance!!
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Yay!!!!!!!!
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Loved her on the show!!!
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So happy to know that Miss Kathy is coming back. I’ll most likely start watching QVC again.👏👏
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watched the show from the first . Kathy Levine was my all time favorite. Hated to see her go. SO glad she is back. WIsh we could get Jill Bauer and Sandra Gonzalez back for sporadic shows. WIll be watching any Kathy Levine show that I can...
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I got the shock of my life when I viewed the June 1 show and am so glad that Kathy Levine is returning to QVC. I have really missed her but will definitely be watching on June 24. I still have the "Kathy ring" and it still looks brand new.
Looking for more QVC packages at my door
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I am thrilled Kathy is back. I will be watching and buying.
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Over the moon with joy...Yay...so happy to see Kathy return to the Q.....met her in person many years ago at a book signing in North Cape May, NJ All the best to her.
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It was great to see Kathy and looking and sounding so fresh and young and enthusiastic! Wow v
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Actually Erin is "the Face" of Diamonique.
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I think it’s great ! She’s a jewel and was Lisa R.
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I LOVE THAT OUR KATHY IS COMING BACK!
She is just I will need in the next while, I lost my hubby of 61years on 5/23/22 and I have throat cancer.
I will need some laughs!
THANK YOU!
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Welcome back ,I can’t wait for your shows!
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Yay!!!! So happy she is coming back . I 💘 loved ❤ her.
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I am hoping she can bring the "quality" back to diamonique. Where the pieces have some weight and don't feel like tin.
Can't wait. ❤️
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Looking forward to seeing Kathy again🤗
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Can’t wait it’s already on my calendar😍
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I am so glad she is coming back. I watched her on HSN and was sorry when she left. She gives all the info a buyer wants and presents it in a friendly and professional way which makes it a joy to watch.
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I love Kathy
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Kathy is a class act. It’ll be so great to see her back on the station again. She is the best at what she does.
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Kathy Levine is an Alpha . Adore her!!!!!
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Happy Kath is returning. It’s like she never left.
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Kathy you Judy Steve Bob Rick the best of the best when you all left except Rick it was no more fun complete different hostess we did not like a different atmosphere we do not enjoy it just isn't the same Kathy you look marvelous you never age I forgot and Lisa Mason we enjoyed take care Kathy ❤️
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I have really missed her. She will be great with Rick; she was fantastic with Joan Ruvers. Maybe now we will more jewelry. I would love to see Jill Bauer doing her silver shoes. I don’t watch QVC much anymore because all that’s on are clothes, shoes, and handbags.
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Why bring back an old lady
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Where is Kathy Levine now? December 2022.
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Glad Kathy is back. Just love her she is magical. It’s not been the same without her. She looks great and sounds great
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Love it,she made me poor in a fun way😂
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I never could stand her.
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What a bore.
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