'Queen Latifah Show' Canceled: Host Shares Emotional Letter On Facebook About 'Incredible Journey' [VIDEO]
Queen Latifah, who found success in the music and film, decided to try her luck in hosting with her own talk show. In the middle of its second season, however, The Queen Latifah Show was canceled.
The CBS daytime show from Sony Pictures Television will continue to air episodes only until March.
"We want to thank Dana, the producers and the entire staff of The Queen Latifah Show for creating a program that we are all very proud of," producers from Sony said in a statement. "Thank you also to our terrific station partners and advertisers who supported the show."
Queen Latifah, whose real name is Dana Elaine Owens, also announced the news on her Facebook page along with a personal note for herself, her staff and crew.
"Thank you for your strong work ethic and great effort in getting The Queen Latifah Show off the ground and running.
Your dedication and sacrifice was crucial to the entire team, and in the face of intense challenges, you displayed 'True Grit'!
Your Family, Partners, Staff and Crew showed up with you every step of the way. Be very proud of that! Not everyone can say the same.
You can also say you have been a blessing to and been blessed by amazing guests and incredible audiences for this show.
We truly changed people's lives for the better.
So... STAY POSITIVE, STAY STRONG, and most importantly, STAY OPEN... There is so much more God has in store!
Lovingly, You!
P.S. This letter is for me, my staff, my crew, and everyone who was by my side for this incredible journey. The most important thing in life is that you wake up every single day and take chances. No matter what the outcome...believe in yourself and continue to fly."