Although Daytime Emmy producers skillfully edited around Philbin's gaffe during last night's opening act, audience members were treated to a fairly bizarre number, courtesy of the host's rusty memory. According to several audience member accounts, "the show got off to a bumpy start with illusionist David Copperfield making host Regis Philbin suddenly 'appear' onstage. You could hear Philbin say: 'How did you do it? I can't believe it,' while his lips weren't moving on his onstage image."
Below, the crafty editing that hid Philbin's mistake and this year's Daytime Emmy winners.
Drama Series: The Bold & the Beautiful
Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Maura West, As the World Turns
Lead Actor in a Drama Series: Michael Park, As the World Turns
Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Julie Pinson, As the World Turns
Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Billy Miller, The Young and the Restless
Game Show: Cash Cab
Informative Talk Show: The Doctors
Younger Actor in a Drama Series: Drew Tyler Bell, The Bold & The Beautiful
Younger Actress in a Drama Series: Julie Berman, General Hospital
Entertainment Talk Show: The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Drama Series Directing Team: General Hospital
Drama Series Writing Team: The Bold & the Beautiful
Talk Show Host: Mehmet Oz, The Dr. Oz Show
Game Show Host: Ben Bailey, Cash Cab