‘The Talk’ Eyes Return to Production Next Week Despite WGA Strike
variety.comBreAnna Bell Insiders say CBS’ daytime series, “The Talk” is eyeing a return for Sept. 18 despite the ongoing WGA strike. CBS has declined to comment.
As they prepare for Season 14, it remains unclear if Akbar Gbajabiamila, Amanda Kloots, Natalie Morales, Jerry O’Connell, and Sheryl Underwood will all return as hosts.
This season will be overseen by Rob Crabbe, who was tapped to replace Kristin Matthews as showrunner in June. The talkshow is only the latest in a trend of daytime shows that have faced criticism for their decision to return amid the Hollywood strikes.
Most recently, Drew Barrymore released a statement announcing her show’s return and committing that the new season will still follow WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike rules. “I own this choice,” she wrote in a Sept.
Read more on variety.com
