andy is actuall some chatting himself. you've probably seen him filling in as a co-host on "live with kelly." us he has absolutely no interest in doing that job full time, but here is someone who is definitely interested. >> yeah! kelly! >> you are officially putting your hat in the ring. >> i'm putting my hat in the ring. >> just like that, christian slater launched his campaign on "ellen" today to permanently become kelly's co-host. the mr. robot star filled in twice since michael straha contentious exit in may. >> this is incredible. >> i've been looking forward to it. >> i live six blocks away from there. it's right there in the city. it's one of the greatest jobs ever. i love her. she's amazing. kelly has had over 30 guests try out for the job including close friends. >> who better to spend hump day with than anderson cooper, everybody? >> anderson pulled himself out of the running when he upped his contract with cnn and he'll guest host from time to ti fact, he'll be there next wednesday. so then who are the front-runn >> you guys look great together. >> eight-time co-host fred savage i