I know the Tonight Show uses a filter to make the HD less intrusive, but the degree of filtration seemed excessive tonight. The show had an older actress, Helen Mirren, as a guest, and it was difficult to make out any fine detail on her face. Did anyone else notice? Thanks.

After writing this post, I watched the next guest, fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi, and I didn't see the same degree of filtration. The show used a different camera to show him, filming him from a straight ahead view. Helen Mirren was only shown in close-ups from a camera filming her from an angle.

Similarly, anyone notice that TNT never seems to show an HD close-up of Ernie Johnson?

Didn't see that one, but it looked normal when Betty White was on. Maybe they offer each guest the choice of filter or no filter.

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Wolfie

I think EJ was diagnosed with Lymphoma last year. Late last year you could notice a lump on his neck, but it looks as if it has gone away. Same thing with his hair...I am guessing he lost all of it from chemo/radiation.

I really enjoy listening to him with the in-studio guys. Here's hoping he makes a full and fast recovery.