CBS Cancels MacGyver After Five Seasons
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CBS cancels MacGyver
CBS announced this week that the current season of MacGyver will be its last. MacGyver became the little reboot that could, enduring the loss of big name co-star George Eads in season three due to his “behavioral issues” on the set. George has stated it was to spend more time with family. Executive Producer Peter Lenkov was let go after reports of bullying and body shaming star Lucas Till. Yes, that phrase gets bandied about a bit, but in this case, it was true.
From Lucas Till’s Instagram:
The past five years have been what I will look on later as the most formative years of my life. Lots of tough, lots of love. I made life long friends, actually no, family. I learned to push myself to new limits, breaking through and through and through. Was nervous to take up the mantle of an icon and you guys allowed me into your homes and accepted me. I’m like the Roger Moore of MacGyvers now thanks to your support.
Lucas Till jokes about not being the original MacGyver, but he made the character his own. His enthusiasm and presence made the show fun. The chemistry between actors was palpable. Meredith Eaton, Justin Hires, Levy Tran, Tristin Mays, and Henry Ian Cusick were a great team.
April 30th will be not only the season finale, but the series’.
CBS Entertainment President Kelly Kahl writes:
All of us at CBS are extremely grateful for the incredible work and dedication from Lucas and the rest of the cast, as well as Monica, the writers and the entire crew. The MacGyver team traveled far and wide to repeatedly save the world with little more than bubble gum and a paper clip and made this show distinctly their own. We’re gratified we get to give this dedicated and loyal fan base the opportunity to say goodbye to their favorite characters in the thoughtful manner this series deserves.
Friday nights won’t be the same without our heroes, saving the world only with what they had in their pockets, and their hearts.
