'Fashion Police' Returns With Melissa Rivers as Co-Host

Fashion Police returned to E! to cover the duds worn by the stars at the MTV VMAs. The episode also saw Melissa Rivers, the daughter of the late Joan Rivers, back on the show as co-host.

Joan might no longer be with us, but her show has not forgotten her; Melissa happily referenced her legendary mother throughout the premiere. (Example, when discussing Blac Chyna and Amber Rose’s outfits, which featured several obscenities usually directed at women: “You guys are missing the fact that it’s really a tribute to my mother. Because those are many of her favorite words.”)

Joan was always quick with a sharp jab. So, did Melissa tap into that spirit when it came time to chat about Kim Kardashian’s widely-panned gown? Not really. "I am giving Kim a free pass on this one, but Kim, this is for you,” said Rivers. “We have seen you dress beautifully through pregnancy. So on this one, I give you a free pass, I expect better.”

Melissa, alongside Giuliana Rancic, Brad Goreski, and guest panelists Margaret Cho and Nene Leakes also wondered what Joan might have said about Justin Bieber’s look. “I think my mother would say 'God, she looks pretty,’” Melissa quipped.

Fashion Police airs Mondays at 8 p.m. on E!.