CBS has delivered another shocking blow to the TV lineup amid the ongoing list of the network’s cancellations and show renewals.
On Tuesday, April 22, it was announced that Poppas’s House has been canceled. The show, starring Damon Wayans Sr. and Damon Wayans Jr., only lasted for one season.
Damon Sr., 64, spoke out in a post shared on Instagram after the news was made public.
“Creating poppas house was such a beautiful journey,” he penned in a lengthy caption. “My heart is full as I say thank you to every single person who made Poppa’s House such a meaningful experience. To the incredible cast you brought so much heart, soul, and joy to every scene. It was an absolute honor to share the screen with you and create something special together. To the writers, producers, directors, and the entire crew you were the heartbeat of this show. Thank you for your dedication, your passion, and for showing up every day with love and commitment. You made the set feel like home.”
“A very special thank you to my son, Damon Jr. working beside you has been one of the greatest joys of my life,” he continued. “And to my incredible family, siblings, children and grandchildren, nieces and nephews, who showed up as writers, guest stars, and creative forces you made this journey even more meaningful. It’s such a blessing to have so much love on one set and to be able to create and laugh with family and friends.”
He concluded the post by saying, “Though Poppa’s House is coming to a close, I’m walking away with deep gratitude, lifelong friendships, and unforgettable memories. This show gave me more than I could’ve ever imagined,” adding, “To everyone who watched, supported, and believed in us thank you. Your love means everything. On to the next chapter, with nothing but love in my heart.”
Poppas’s House was not the only show to get the axe in the latest batch of cancellation announcements. It was also reported that the network will not move forward with the reality competition series The Summit, canceling the show after just one season.
Additionally, the untitled spinoff of The Neighborhood about characters Malcolm and Marty will not be moving forward at the network, per TVLine. The second half of The Neighborhood season 7 finale was reportedly supposed to serve as the backdoor pilot for the spinoff, which is now defunct.
However, another spinoff of The Neighborhood titled Crutch was previously greenlit. The show is set to star Tracy Morgan and is still moving forward.
“Crutch will be navigating the ups and downs of having his kids and grandkids back under one roof, and you know if I am doing this, there will be plenty of laughs along the way. I am so happy to be able to do this with my brother Cedric the Entertainer, [series creator] Owen Smith, and the rest of the amazing crew we have put together,” Tracy said in a previous statement. “Get ready for your new favorite show!”
CBS previously announced that The Neighborhood would be ending with season 8, which is expected to air during the 2025-2026 broadcast season. Season 7 is currently airing on TV.