Hollywood is hitting the brakes on an increasing number of television productions as health concerns over the coronavirus escalate. This includes a broad spectrum of programs, from daytime talk shows to prime-time favorites such as “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” and “The Bachelorette.”
On March 13, Ellen DeGeneres took to Twitter to announce the suspension of her show: “After some more thought, we have decided to suspend production completely until March 30th. We just want to take every precaution to ensure that we do our part to keep everyone healthy. I love you guys, and can’t wait to come back. I’m already bored.” Similarly, Kelly Clarkson revealed that she would postpone her Las Vegas residency. “As you may know, production on my show was temporarily shut down last night, and with everyone’s safety in mind, we have chosen to delay the April 1st opening of my Las Vegas residency,” she stated.
NBC followed suit by halting productions on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” while HBO announced that “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver” and “Real Time with Bill Maher” would also be pausing production. An ABC representative expressed hope for a return to air with new content by March 30th.
In the realm of reality television, Warner Bros. shared on March 13 that production for “The Bachelorette” would be delayed for two weeks. The company emphasized that, although there have been no confirmed COVID-19 cases among their productions, the health and safety of their employees, cast, and crew remain paramount. Clare Crawley, the star of “The Bachelorette,” shared her thoughts via Instagram: “We are taking it day by day and even hour by hour as this is so unpredictable.”
Chris Harrison, the show’s host, also made a poignant statement about the vast number of people affected by these halts, noting that jobs would inevitably be lost but reaffirming that the decision to pause was necessary.
The scripted television landscape is not immune either. Productions for shows like “The Walking Dead,” “The Flash,” and the highly anticipated new seasons of “Stranger Things” have also been placed on hold. The list of series impacted continues to grow, but you can find a comprehensive, continually updated list at Deadline.
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In summary, the television industry is currently facing unprecedented production delays due to COVID-19, affecting a wide array of shows and their crews. As we all take necessary precautions to prioritize health, it’s essential to stay informed and adapt to these changes together.
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