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ABC Scheduled to Meet with Producers Over Possible ‘Roseanne’ Continuation, Without Roseanne Barr
ABC is slated to meet with producers of "Roseanne" this week to discuss possible ways in which the show could continue without series star Roseanne Barr.
‘Roseanne’ Canceled by ABC After Series Star’s Racially Charged Tweets
ABC has canceled "Roseanne" after series star Roseanne Barr makes racially charged comments on social media. The network called said comments "abhorrent, repugnant and inconsistent with our values."
‘American Idol’ Returning for Second Season on ABC
Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie are all signed on to return as judges for "American Idol's" second season on ABC. Ryan Seacrest will also return as host.
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Creator Inks Deal with Netflix, Leaving ABC
The creative home of "Grey's Anatomy," "Scandal" and "How to Get Away with Murder," among others, is leaving its longtime home at ABC Studios for a rich overall multi-year deal at Netflix, the streaming giant behind the likes of "The Crown," "Master of None" and "House of Cards."
BREAKING: Paul Lee OUT! Channing Dungey Replacing Him as ABC Entertainment President
First reported by The New York Times, Paul Lee has stepped down as president, ABC Entertainment Group, effective immediately. Ben Sherwood, co-chairman, Disney Media Networks and president, Disney|ABC Television Group, has named Channing Dungey as Lee's successor as president, ABC Entertainment. Dungey, who is credited with the successful launch of such shows as “Scandal,” “Criminal Minds,” “How to Get Away with Murder,” “Quantico,” “Army Wives” and “Once Upon A Time,” will report directly to Sherwood. Patrick Moran, executive vice president, ABC Studios, will continue to oversee day-to-day operations, and will also report directly to Mr. Sherwood.