Anderson Cooper Talk Show Won?t Return for a Third Season - GoFuckYourself.com

brassmonkey · 10-29-2012, 02:27 PM

The syndication arm of the Warner Brothers studio has decided that there will not be a third season of ?Anderson,? the daily talk show hosted by Anderson Cooper.

Citing disappointing ratings, a studio executive, who insisted on not being identified because the studio had planned no official release on the decision, said on Monday that the entire talk television market has been struggling to build audiences. Mr. Cooper?s show, which is produced by Telepictures, will end after the summer of 2013.

The executive spoke because some of the stations that have been carrying Mr. Cooper?s show have begun making feelers about replacement shows, and the news was certain to leak out through one of them, the executive said.

The Warner Brothers syndication unit issued a statement on Monday:

?We are extremely proud of Anderson and the show that he and the entire production team have produced. While we made significant changes to the format, set and produced it live in its second season, the series will not be coming back for a third season in a marketplace that has become increasingly difficult to break through. We will continue to deliver top-quality shows throughout next summer.?

Mr. Cooper released his own statement:

?I am very proud of the work that our terrific staff has put into launching and sustaining our show for two seasons. I am also grateful to Telepictures for giving me the opportunity, and indebted to viewers, who have responded so positively. I look forward to doing more great shows this season, and though I?m sorry we won?t be continuing, I have truly enjoyed it.?

The decision was not a reflection of any lack of faith in Mr. Cooper, the executive said, but an acknowledgement of the business realities in daytime talk television.

The studio ?could have renewed the show but could not create a viable economic business model to move forward,? the executive said.

Even Katie Couric?s much anticipated new talk show has not yet emerged as a bona fide hit, the executive said. And new shows with other hosts, including Jeff Probst and Ricki Lake, have fared poorly.

But Mr. Cooper, who is also a mainstay in prime time on CNN, had been expected to be a star in daytime talk when his show started last fall. After one year with sub-par ratings, the studio and Mr. Cooper instituted a series of changes including stressing same-day tapings as often as possible to deal with breaking subjects, and a new location for the studio.

Mr Cooper was on assignment for CNN in New Jersey Monday, covering Hurricane Sandy.

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Just Alex · 10-29-2012, 02:35 PM

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Rochard · 10-29-2012, 06:16 PM

I forgot he had a talk show. I never watched it. I saw a few bits where and there when my wife was watching it. I don't have that kind of free time.

sweetcuties · 10-29-2012, 07:22 PM

It was destined to fail... he's got a full time gig at CNN, and has to be available for breaking news. It was a dumb idea to think he could do both... I'm still a fan tho, actually I'm watching his storm footage right now

onwebcam · 10-29-2012, 07:28 PM

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It was destined to fail... he's got a full time gig at CIA

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brassmonkey Pay It Forward Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Yo Mama House Posts: 77,229	Anderson Cooper Talk Show Won?t Return for a Third Season The syndication arm of the Warner Brothers studio has decided that there will not be a third season of ?Anderson,? the daily talk show hosted by Anderson Cooper. Citing disappointing ratings, a studio executive, who insisted on not being identified because the studio had planned no official release on the decision, said on Monday that the entire talk television market has been struggling to build audiences. Mr. Cooper?s show, which is produced by Telepictures, will end after the summer of 2013. The executive spoke because some of the stations that have been carrying Mr. Cooper?s show have begun making feelers about replacement shows, and the news was certain to leak out through one of them, the executive said. The Warner Brothers syndication unit issued a statement on Monday: ?We are extremely proud of Anderson and the show that he and the entire production team have produced. While we made significant changes to the format, set and produced it live in its second season, the series will not be coming back for a third season in a marketplace that has become increasingly difficult to break through. We will continue to deliver top-quality shows throughout next summer.? Mr. Cooper released his own statement: ?I am very proud of the work that our terrific staff has put into launching and sustaining our show for two seasons. I am also grateful to Telepictures for giving me the opportunity, and indebted to viewers, who have responded so positively. I look forward to doing more great shows this season, and though I?m sorry we won?t be continuing, I have truly enjoyed it.? The decision was not a reflection of any lack of faith in Mr. Cooper, the executive said, but an acknowledgement of the business realities in daytime talk television. The studio ?could have renewed the show but could not create a viable economic business model to move forward,? the executive said. Even Katie Couric?s much anticipated new talk show has not yet emerged as a bona fide hit, the executive said. And new shows with other hosts, including Jeff Probst and Ricki Lake, have fared poorly. But Mr. Cooper, who is also a mainstay in prime time on CNN, had been expected to be a star in daytime talk when his show started last fall. After one year with sub-par ratings, the studio and Mr. Cooper instituted a series of changes including stressing same-day tapings as often as possible to deal with breaking subjects, and a new location for the studio. Mr Cooper was on assignment for CNN in New Jersey Monday, covering Hurricane Sandy. full article... __________________ TRUMP 2025 KEKAW!!! - The Laken Riley Act Is Law! DACA ENDED - SUPPORT AZ HCR 2060 52R - email: brassballz-at-techie.com

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sweetcuties Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Somewhere Posts: 5,859	It was destined to fail... he's got a full time gig at CNN, and has to be available for breaking news. It was a dumb idea to think he could do both... I'm still a fan tho, actually I'm watching his storm footage right now __________________