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entertainment1 year ago

'All American: Homecoming' Canceled by CW, Ending with Season 3

The CW has canceled "All American: Homecoming" after its upcoming third season, leaving "All American" as the only surviving pre-Nexstar scripted series on the network. Executive producer Nkechi Okoro Carroll expressed her devastation over the decision but praised the cast and crew for their work in representing the HBCU experience. The show faced economic challenges and lower viewership, leading to its summer airing instead of the regular broadcast season.

entertainment1 year ago

'All American' Celebrates Milestone 100th Episode with Nostalgia and Triumph

Nkechi Okoro Carroll, showrunner of "All American," joins a small group of Black women whose TV shows have reached 100 episodes. Carroll, who co-founded the Black Women Who Brunch group, took over "All American" after being inspired by its pilot. The show, now in its sixth season, addresses significant issues in student athletics and has deeply connected with audiences through its portrayal of personal struggles. Carroll's leadership has also fostered growth and opportunities for the show's cast and crew.