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Janice · 11-30-2007, 06:03 PM

CNN.com

Food Network pulling plug on 'Emeril Live'

NEW YORK (AP) -- Food Network is kicking Emeril Lagasse down a notch.

The celebrity chef's "Emeril Live," which has been on the air for 10 years, will cease production December 11, Food Network publicist Carrie Welch told The Associated Press.

"However, Emeril is under contract with Food Network," Welch said Tuesday. "We love him, we support him and look forward to a long partnership with him."

Welch wouldn't comment on Lagasse's contract.

Asked why the show was canceled, she told the AP: "The only reason would be that it hit a ton of television milestones and, you know, all good things come to an end."

The Food Network will continue producing Lagasse's "The Essence of Emeril," and he will take part in "specials and other development opportunities in the future," Welch said.

The network will also air reruns of "Emeril Live."

"I am deeply appreciative to all the unbelievable staff -- many who have been with the show since the beginning -- and all the loyal viewers, and the many talented guests who have appeared on the show through the years," Lagasse, 48, said in a statement provided by Welch.

"I look forward to continuing my association with the Food Network with 'The Essence of Emeril,' and I have lots of new ideas cooking," he said.

catlover79 · 11-30-2007, 06:03 PM

Wow!

Ireneparalegal · 11-30-2007, 06:19 PM

Awwwww, I love Emeril's food show. Damn!

Remember his short-lived sitcom?

The Great One · 11-30-2007, 06:21 PM

I'm really sad to hear about this. I really like the show.

Scoobiedoo30 · 11-30-2007, 09:54 PM

I Am Shocked to here the news

catlover79 · 11-30-2007, 09:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

Awwwww, I love Emeril's food show. Damn!

Remember his short-lived sitcom?

I do...it was on back to back with Inside Schwartz. Enough said.

Scoobiedoo30 · 11-30-2007, 09:59 PM

I hope Emeril will do special's for The Food Network.

GoldenGirlsFan92 · 11-30-2007, 11:09 PM

I'm going to miss his show.

JulieSomoski · 12-01-2007, 07:01 PM

I'm sorry to see it end. Although, 10 years is a long time, and it's probably best to end it now. I'm sure ratings were down though, since they moved it to 7pm.

11-30-2007, 06:03 PM	#1
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Bam! Food Network pulling plug on 'Emeril Live' CNN.com Food Network pulling plug on 'Emeril Live' NEW YORK (AP) -- Food Network is kicking Emeril Lagasse down a notch. The celebrity chef's "Emeril Live," which has been on the air for 10 years, will cease production December 11, Food Network publicist Carrie Welch told The Associated Press. "However, Emeril is under contract with Food Network," Welch said Tuesday. "We love him, we support him and look forward to a long partnership with him." Welch wouldn't comment on Lagasse's contract. Asked why the show was canceled, she told the AP: "The only reason would be that it hit a ton of television milestones and, you know, all good things come to an end." The Food Network will continue producing Lagasse's "The Essence of Emeril," and he will take part in "specials and other development opportunities in the future," Welch said. The network will also air reruns of "Emeril Live." "I am deeply appreciative to all the unbelievable staff -- many who have been with the show since the beginning -- and all the loyal viewers, and the many talented guests who have appeared on the show through the years," Lagasse, 48, said in a statement provided by Welch. "I look forward to continuing my association with the Food Network with 'The Essence of Emeril,' and I have lots of new ideas cooking," he said.

11-30-2007, 06:03 PM	#2
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11-30-2007, 06:21 PM	#4
The Great One Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Aug 29, 2006 Posts: 6,378	I'm really sad to hear about this. I really like the show.
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11-30-2007, 09:59 PM	#7
Scoobiedoo30 Member Forum Superstar Join Date: Jun 27, 2002 Location: KENNER, LOUISIANA Posts: 27,654	I hope Emeril will do special's for The Food Network.

11-30-2007, 11:09 PM	#8
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