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Access Hollywood Axed After Nearly 30 Years
13 Mar
Summary
- Access Hollywood ends its 30-year run on NBCUniversal.
- The show was notably involved in the 2016 election scandal.
- Other shows like Karamo and Steve Wilkos are also canceled.
NBCUniversal is concluding its entertainment news program "Access Hollywood" after nearly three decades on air. This decision is part of a larger strategic shift by the company to re-evaluate its syndicated programming lineup, aiming to better align with local station preferences.
The program, which first aired in 1996, featured a notable array of hosts and correspondents throughout its extensive run. Beyond covering Hollywood news, "Access Hollywood" became central to a significant political event in 2016.
The infamous "Access Hollywood" tape, recorded in 2006, captured a controversial conversation involving Donald Trump and Billy Bush. This leak caused considerable backlash during the 2016 presidential election cycle, with Trump eventually apologizing for his remarks.
As a consequence of the tape's release, Billy Bush faced repercussions, including his dismissal from "Today." The cancellation of "Access Hollywood" is accompanied by the discontinuation of other shows, including "Karamo" and "The Steve Wilkos Show."
