Jake Sasseville, host of TV’s “Late Night Republic,” released the following statement today in response to media inquiries about Monday’s incident during a live radio broadcast:

“I regret any inconvenience I may have caused Rainn Wilson and his son by phoning their home early Monday morning while co-hosting the Q Morning Show. Rainn and I were friends, and my intent was to interview Rainn about the new book based off of his web site. I hope that Monday’s actions do not affect our friendship in the long term.

“I also want to make clear that this incident should not tarnish the professionalism of the Q Morning Show hosts. The responsibility for Rainn’s discomfort lies with me and me alone.”