Jerry O'Connell is eager to work with 's newest co-host! ET's Matt Cohen spoke to the 47-year-old TV personality at 's 55th anniversary red carpet, and O'Connell couldn't hold back his excitement about Akbar Gbajabiamila joining the CBS series.«We have a new co-host, Akbar. He is amazing and I can’t wait to star with him,» O'Connell said. «I have known him for years.