Add TLC to the list of networks who have discovered when it comes to reality-tv stars, reality isn’t always so funny.
The Discovery-owned network’s decision to cancel “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo,” one of its most popular shows, represents just the latest in a long line of public-relations headaches and nightmares surrounding the colorful characters cast in such franchises. Not all the dust-ups are created equal, obviously, but they include — just in the 18 months — fraud charges surrounding “The Real Housewives of New Jersey,” racism and homophobia within the “Big Brother” house, and Phil Robertson’s biblical ruminations triggering his fleeting (as it turned out) suspension from “Duck Dynasty.”
But honestly, why should anyone be surprised? The main reason these shows exist, after all, beyond the budgetary considerations, is precisely because of the combustible aspects of casting such personalities. So it’s hard to feel particularly sorry for anyone — producers,...
The Discovery-owned network’s decision to cancel “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo,” one of its most popular shows, represents just the latest in a long line of public-relations headaches and nightmares surrounding the colorful characters cast in such franchises. Not all the dust-ups are created equal, obviously, but they include — just in the 18 months — fraud charges surrounding “The Real Housewives of New Jersey,” racism and homophobia within the “Big Brother” house, and Phil Robertson’s biblical ruminations triggering his fleeting (as it turned out) suspension from “Duck Dynasty.”
But honestly, why should anyone be surprised? The main reason these shows exist, after all, beyond the budgetary considerations, is precisely because of the combustible aspects of casting such personalities. So it’s hard to feel particularly sorry for anyone — producers,...
- 10/24/2014
- by Brian Lowry
- Variety - TV News
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