One of the best newer shows on television is in danger of cancellation. Pushing Daisies is part of ABC’s Wednesday night Lineup that includes Private Practice and Dirty Sexy Money. For whatever reason, all three shows have declined in ratings. While I admit to skipping the latter two shows for the likes of Criminal Minds and my new favorite show, Sons of Anarchy I can say that I don’t miss Pushing Daisies if I can help it.
Still, while Private Practice has been renewed, Daisies and Dirty Sexy Money are still waiting to find out if they have been picked up. The thought of Daisies leaving the air is a sad thought to bare, so hopefully ABC is just a little slow on the renewal notice. However, stars like Kristen Chenoweth, who plays Olive Snook on the show, aren’t sure what to think.
Chenoweth spoke to the National Ledger recently about Daisies and the future of the show:
“It looks like we could possibly not be getting picked up. We have not gotten our order for the back nine [episodes] yet. We finish Nov. 12, and if we don’t get any more news, then that means we’re done,” she explains. “We just don’t know what’s going on. It’s the not knowing that is driving everybody crazy. We’re still doing our show and keeping positive, but I think deep down people just want to know.”
Fans and critics adore the show, but apparently the production costs may have ABC considering a business approach to this popular show. For now, there isn’t a lot that we can do other than hope that ABC makes the right move and keeps Daisies alive and well. Fans have started a petition that you might want to sign if you like the show. As of this writing, there were a few less than 24,000 signatures.
As for Chenoweth, when not doing Daisies she is enjoying her newest CD, “A Lovely Way to Spend Christmas.” She truly enjoys her newest undertaking, which is rare according to her. I haven’t heard the CD, but with the way she talks about it I am sure it’s fabulous and can’t wait to hear it as the season approaches.
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