Herald Sun originally reported that McManus had confirmed that his show would not return until later in 2010. Despite not appearing on a list of shows at Ten's 2010 launch event, it was rumoured that Rove would return in 2010 with a new format, similar to Hey Hey It's Saturday, which rated over two million viewers for its two reunion shows. McManus made a comment to the Herald Sun and stated: "This show is my love and my passion and it's always what I've wanted to do." McManus then continued to say "If everything else fell down, as long as I still get to do this thing I love then I’m happy. We have that connection with the audience at the moment and that's where my enthusiasm is coming from." However, rumours appeared the day before the 2009 finale of Rove in that "staff on his TV show were told this week to look for alternative work next year." Ten's publicity department denied these claims by stating: "We have checked with Roving (Enterprises) and no such discussion was had. As for what changes may or may not be made with Rove for 2010, this will be announced on the show this Sunday, stay tuned." McManus was spotted earlier dining with Merrick Watts and Peter Helliar in Sydney, prompting talk that he might return to radio in 2010. The rumour of the show ending later revealed to be true, as, during the finale on 15 November 2009, McManus confirmed that the show would be ending with the 2009 finale. He said: "It's purely my decision. It's not one I've made lightly or flippantly. The timing was right to stop, stand back and see what happens next." The final show finished at 11:11pm AEDT with a montage of clips from the 2009 season and a performance by Powderfinger. Rove's last words was a variation of his signature sign off: "I'm Rove McManus. Say bye to your mum for me." Cast Main cast Rove McManus (1999–2009) Hamish Blake (2007–2009) Andy Lee (2007–2009) Peter Helliar (1999–2009) Ryan Shelton (2007–2009) Corinne Grant (1999–2005) Carrie Bickmore (2006–2009) Dave Callan (1999–2000) Meshel Laurie (2006) Judith Lucy (2009) Dave Hughes (2007–2009) Ron Steward (2006) Kristie Warner (2009) Secondary cast Jess Harris (2009) Nick Maxwell (2008–2009) Tom Piotrowski (2008) Hayden Guppy (2008–2009) Myf Warhurst (2008–2009) Brian Wenzel (2009) Format The show starts with Rove performing a comedic monologue about