Rachael’s turning 50, and 50 of her foodie friends are surprising her during her birthday bash! Chefs Bobby Flay, Emeril Lagasse and Curtis Stone are all stopping by to cook for Rach (so she doesn't have to!). And all hour long, her foodie pals help her celebrate with special tribute messages, including Oprah Winfrey and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Plus, Beth Stern stops by with 50 adorable puppies – who were rescued in Rachael’s honor – and the entire studio audience is filled with fans who are also turning 50 in 2018!

Ethan Hawke and his co-star Ben Dickey are giving Rach the scoop on their new hit movie, “Blaze.” Plus, we’re revealing how to stretch your foodie buck to feed your family with $100 a week. (You heard us!) And Rachael’s making Spaghetti Con Vongole with Spicy Breadcrumbs.

“Star Trek” legend William Shatner is in the hot seat taking our audience’s rapid-fire questions! And HGTV’s “Cousins” are going back to basics with DIY so easy, even a kid can do it -- like how to measure, drill and paint. Plus, we're having a grandma and a granddaughter switch places in what we’re calling a “Generation Swap!” Plus, Rach serves up beef and bean skillet nachos. (Yes, please!)

Sharon Osbourne from “The Talk” reveals what advice she would give to her 13-year-old self. Plus, super mom of three, Daphne Oz, is showing us her post-baby fitness journey – and sharing two healthy fake-out recipes for pasta and brownies! And Rachael’s making a gluten-free pasta supper.

Football is back, and we’re tackling the tailgate with Chef Richard Blais! He’s surprising Los Angeles Rams fans and giving their tailgate recipes an upgrade. Plus, he’s throwing down five hot-diggity-dog dishes, like a Mexican Corn Dog and Hot Dog Chili. Plus, Shay Mitchell is hanging with Rach, talking her new show, “You,” and sharing her beauty secrets -- like using soda cans as curlers! Plus, Rachael’s cooking up a foodie shout-out to the Windy City – Chicago Beef Sammies!

“Daily Mail TV” host Jesse Palmer is Rachael’s co-host today, and they’re talking with Jamie Lee Curtis about returning to her iconic role in the “Halloween” sequel! Plus, “PEOPLE Now’s” Jeremy Parsons gives us his insider predictions on tonight’s Emmy awards – and one lucky audience member is going home with the same Emmy Bag that Emmy attendees receive. Then, does sugar actually help hiccups?! Dr. Ian Smith sounds off! And Rachael’s making Mean, Green Pulled Chicken Chili!

Did you know Dr. Oz is a beekeeper?! We've got a farmer’s market set up in our studio, and he’s giving us the scoop on health benefits of honey and other fall favorites. Plus, we’re meeting adorable barnyard animals like a miniature cow and donkey. (We're not kidding!) Rach is also hanging with the hilarious Jeff Foxworthy (who's dishing on his new party game, "Relative Insanity"), and she's making Honey Mustard Chicken for dinner!

What’s on today’s menu?! How about Neil Patrick Harris, his husband David Burtka and two of today’s craziest foodie trends — like donut grilled cheese and watermelon steak!? Then, a burger scholar shows us how to up our patty flippin’ game – and Rach cooks up a Chili Burger of her own!

We’re celebrating the San Gennaro festival, and Chef Scott Conant is cooking up a classic: Meatball Sandwiches! Plus, Tony Danza joins the party to talk about his new Netflix show, “The Good Cop.” And that’s not all – the legendary Tony Bennett is performing in our studio, joined by his duet partner, Diana Krall! Rach is also serving up Cool as a Zucchini Pasta.

Oscar-winning superstar Julianne Moore is here, and she’s telling Rach what it was like to play an opera singer in her new film, “Bel Canto!” Then, our pal Sunny Anderson takes a field trip to Philly and marches with the Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles’ drumline! Pus, she’s cooking up five-ingredient lemon-garlic chicken wings. (Yes, please!) Not to mention that Rachael’s serving up sliced steak sandwiches!

Rachael’s culinary team slices and dices all day long, so we’ve got them trying out three foodie gadgets that could save us time in the kitchen. (What's an "Eggstractor" ... ?!) Then, Matt Czuchry stops by to talk about his show, “The Resident" and reveals if it's easier to play a lawyer or doctor. Plus, hairstylist to the stars, Chris Appleton, gives our viewers two of the latest new ‘dos that Hollywood is rocking right now and we meet two super-cool dogs who are taking over the streets of NYC. And Rach gives grilled chicken Caesar salad an upgrade!

Who doesn’t love donuts?! Well, it's everyone's lucky day, because we’re serving up six insane ways to enjoy them – including a pumpkin donut ice box cake. Plus, the hilarious Tom Bergeron is giving us the scoop on the new season of "Dancing with the Stars" and dishing on *that* shirtless photo. Then Sanaa Lathan gives us the lowdown on her new Netflix movie, “Nappily Ever After” and we meet a special bulldog -- named Rachael Ray! Plus, Rach cooks up Apple-Dijon Turkey Cheeseburgers!

"Mets" player Tim Tebow is in the hot seat answering audience questions, and he's revealing the last movie that made him cry. Then, Camila McConaughey serves up healthy, kid-approved snacks -- including mango chia fruity rolls! And Dr. Ian Smith gives us the lowdown on common kids' health concerns -- like concussions and nosebleeds. Plus, Rach makes a perfect-for-fall pork chop supper!

Kate Beckinsale joins Rach in the kitchen for the very first time, and she’s cooking breakfast. (Avocado toast with creamy scrambled eggs, anyone?) Plus, Dr. Travis Stork is breaking down the latest health and wellness trends – and one is literally going to shock you! (Spoiler alert: It's a shock therapy workout.) Then, "Stay Here" star Genevieve Gorder is solving viewers' design dilemmas and Rachael’s serving up a Chipotle BBQ Chicken Cobb Salad.

The legendary Alan Alda is here, and he’s giving Rach the scoop on his new podcast – and revealing that he was once approached to run for Senate! Then, two more popular podcasters join the show: “Genius Foods” author Max Lugavere shares two tips for living a genius life (like how to make your own broccoli!), and an NYC party-planning pro reveals three brilliant party hacks (think DIY place-card pillows). Plus, Rach makes White Minestrone Soup!

“NCIS” vet and star of the hit show, “Bull,” Michael Weatherly, is pitching hilarious products to our audience and revealing how he spent his 50th birthday. (He and Rach are the same age!) Then, Chef Andrew Zimmern is cooking up recipes he used to serve on his food truck -- like Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings -- and we meet an adorable 11-year-old food critic named Luca. (Spoiler alert: He invites Rachael to Italy to taste his Nonna's cooking!) Plus, Rach is making Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Fingers!

Vivica A. Fox is giving Rachael the scoop on her new show, “Face the Truth” – and she’s facing the truth *herself* with a lie detector test! Plus, we’re surprising one lucky viewer with a trip to Italy and getting expert organization tips from the ladies who gave Mandy Moore’s pantry a makeover. Plus, Rach is serving Chicken and Vegetable Ragu!

The "Property Brothers" are back, and they’re showing you how to pull off three hot DIY trends. Then, Tiffani Thiessen is in the kitchen with Rach, and she’s dishing up Short Rib Enchiladas from her new cookbook! And Rach has the perfect dish for a cozy fall night: Beer Cheese Soup!

Today starts with a ‘boody’ call – sex expert Shan Boodram is answering some of our audience’s most intimate questions about relationships -- like how menopausal hot flashes could affect your sex life. Then, we’re sharing the inspiring story of a former inmate who is now sharing his passion for fitness with all of New York City! Plus, the hilarious Bobby Moynihan dishes on being a part of "Star Wars" and Rachael’s cooking the Italian dinner of your dreams: Pappardelle with Creamy Three-Meat Ragu + BURRATA.

Does Alec Baldwin want to be "Uncle Alec" to Justin Bieber?! He's giving Rach the hilarious scoop on Justin and his niece, Hailey Baldwin – and revealing if he and his wife, Hilaria, want to have baby no. 5 together. Then, Chef Christopher Kimball is in the kitchen with two easy weeknight suppers (Milk Poached Chicken, anyone?), and Rach is making Pasta with Smoked Ham and Cherry Tomato Sauce!

Chef Carla Hall is serving up Southern comfort today with her brown sugar chicken and a black-eyed pea salad. Plus, Peter Walsh reveals five places around your house that you should be cleaning regularly, but probably aren't! We’re also hanging with the hilarious Ike Barinholtz, who’s giving us the scoop on his new movie "The Oath" with Tiffany Haddish. And Rach serves up a Spicy Chicken Parm!

The hilarious star of "American Housewife," Katy Mixon, is revealing the double-duty tip that keeps her kids' rooms organized. And nutritionist Keri Glassman has two brain power-boosting school lunches that you'll even want to eat. Plus, Instagram style icon Eva Chen shows you how to pull off hot shoe trends, and Rach cooks up a healthy 30-minute meal that can double as a Thanksgiving side dish!

Fresh off her honeymoon, the one and only Gwyneth Paltrow is here — and she’s cooking up fish tacos from her new cookbook, "The Clean Plate!" Plus, we’re taking on medical myths with pharmacist Dr. Stacia Woodcock, and "Veep's" hilarious Tony Hale is here dishing on the third and final season of Netflix’s "A Series of Unfortunate Events." Last but not least, Rachael’s making a Japanese-inspired dinner: Crispy Tuna Steaks With Stir-Fried Green Beans!

We have '80s royalty in the house — Molly Ringwald is here! She's giving us the scoop on her hit show "Riverdale" and dishing on what it was like to watch "The Breakfast Club" with her own daughter. Plus, multi-Grammy winner Questlove is in the kitchen popping up some corn with Rach! And financial coach Lauren Greutman is teaching you how you can save $5,000 in 2019. (You heard us!) Then, pasta night is ON with a healthy fake-out — Rach's Fettuccine Alfredo made from cauliflower!

Lindsay Lohan is in the kitchen cooking up Garlicky Lemon-Pepper Shrimp with Rachael! Plus, she's got the scoop on her new reality show "Lindsay Lohan's Beach Club" — including what it's like to have to fire someone! Then, organizing guru Marie Kondo (who has one of the hottest shows on Netflix) is here with four brilliant folding tricks. Go inside Rach's magazine with Editor-in-Chief Lauren Annotti AND meet an inspiring young woman helping out our four-legged friends. Plus, Rachael's serving up a 30-minute meal for dinner!