Martha Stewart, Rob Riggle & Joe Tessitore Land Unscripted Specials At ABC As Network Unveils Summer Slate

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Martha Stewart is hosting a tag sale and Rob Riggle and Joe Tessitore are fronting a rescue dog show for ABC.The network has ordered two one-off specials after unveiling its summer lineup on non-scripted series, which includes a slew of renewals and new titles as well as the long-delayed launch of Jimmy Kimmel and Mark Burnett-produced game show Generation Gap.It comes after the Disney-owned network canceled a slew of unscripted series including Alec Baldwin-fronted game show Match Game, Celebrity Dating Game and The Hustler.The Great American Tag Sale with Martha Stewart will see the celebrity part ways with pieces from her vast collection of furniture, art and housewares.Over the years, Stewart has amassed an assortment of items that ranges from fine art to knickknacks.

During the special, she will regale viewers with fond memories of how these beloved items were acquired and offer expert advice on how to execute a successful tag sale.

Alongside her team of event planners, she will host a series of tag sale events including an exclusive cocktail party for celebrities and neighbors to preview the sale.The series is produced by Walt Disney Television’s newly formed alternative production unit.

Stewart and Jen Patton serve as executive producers.The American Rescue Dog Show is hosted by Riggle and Tessitore, who feature together on ABC’s mini-golf competition series Holey Moley.The competition sees rescued companions as they strut their fluff, competing for a slew of best in titles while stealing America’s hearts.These prized pups may be cute, but the competition is fierce.