HOLLYWOOD, CA – MARCH 24: (LR) Actors Anna Faris, Allison Janney and Mimi Kennedy, from CBS … [+]
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CBS has announced that old Chuck Lorre is a multi-camera comedian Mom, which ended in September 2013, which officially ends after 8 seasons on May 6th. The news comes after co-director Anna Faris chose not to continue as Christy Plunkett, daughter of Bonnie Plunkett Allison Janney, last season.
at first Mom followed Faris’ Christy, a single mother of two and an alcoholic, who is trying to repair the relationship with her now solemn mother while dealing with Violet (Sadie Calvano) pregnancy her teenage daughter. Through it all, Christy and Bonnie rely on their support system from Alcoholics Anonymous, including Mimi Kennedy as the wise mother Marjorie.
Half way through the running, focus series Mom transferred to Christy and Bonnie’s weekly group, featuring the additions of Jaime Pressly as a wealthy and influential Jill and Kirsten Johnston as Tammy’s kooky ex-con.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – MARCH 24: (LR) Beth Hall, Jaime Pressly, Anna Faris, Allison Janney, and Mimi … [+]
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“For the past eight years, we have been honored to bring these amazing characters to life, sharing their struggles and achievements with millions of viewers each week,” said the executive representatives. Chuck Lorre, Gemma Baker and Nick Bakay. “From the beginning, we started telling stories about alcohol and slavery that are only featured in a network comedy series. Whether it was the emotional thoughts of the live audience on a night of tape inside Level 20, or conversations at the White House about the opioid crisis, or the personal stories we get in the media socially, we are proud to know it Mom has had a positive impact on so many lives. We are always grateful to our wonderful stars and guests, amazing writers, and the amazing team for going on this trip with us.
“At first glance, Mom It has captured people’s lives by sensitively addressing important but recurring issues, with a perfect, nice touch, ”said Kelly Kahl, president of CBS Entertainment. “Mom has redefined what comedy can be, and we are proud to be the network home to this amazing series. We are extremely grateful to Chuck Lorre and his incredibly creative production team, led by Gemma Baker and Nick Bakay, and the incredibly talented team, led by the amazing Allison Janney. ”
This May, Mom it is expected to end with around 170 half-hour events. There is no word in which Anna Faris will return for the final program.