First TLC's 'Honey Boo Boo' Cancelled Over Molestation Case Now '19 Kids And Counting' As Well

 Second TLC Show Pulled Over Cast Member Molestation Claims

"19 Kids And Counting" cast

Last year the TLC network reality show "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo" was cancelled over claims one of the cast members, Anna "Chickadee" Cardwell, was molested when she was underage by her mother's boyfriend, Mark McDaniel, who is now back in her parent's life after his release from jail. "Mama June" real name, June Shannon, betrayed her daughter in this respect leading to public outrage and fears for her underage daughter's safety (Alana "Honey Boo Boo" Thompson).

Today, the TLC reality show "19 Kids And Counting" has been cancelled over news Josh Duggar, 27, molested five girls, among them some of his sisters, via "forcible fondling" when he was 12-years-old. The matter was reported to police by his parents when he was a minor. Duggar, who is now a Christian, stated he has asked God for forgiveness and mercy (God can forgive him, but he must refrain from engaging in molestation, as it is very wrong and extremely harmful to victims).

Josh Duggar, his wife and children

Molestation is a serious crime that greatly damages its victims. The girls Duggar molested, including his sisters, will need extensive therapy to help them cope with the trauma of what transpired. The entire Duggar family should also receive extensive therapy, as the molestation that occurred must have shattered their family. Josh Duggar's conduct as a minor indicates serious mental illness that must be properly addressed and treated by health care professionals.

TLC needs to do more to vet its reality shows to spare the public heartbreak. Real life revelations about the shows "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo" and "19 Kids And Counting" has caused the public distress.
Molestation and other sex crimes should not be swept under the rug. They should be publicly discussed in an effort at prevention and healing for those affected. However, it should not be done via the public getting terrible surprises and shock, via reality shows with inaccurate representations of cast members, as has occurred with the aforementioned TLC shows.

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Reality Star Evelyn Lozada Lands New Show With Fiancé Carl Crawford And Their Baby

 

Evelyn Lozada

“Basketball Wives” reality star, Evelyn Lozada, has landed a new reality show entitled “Evelyn” on the struggling OWN channel with fiancé, MLB baseball star, Carl Crawford. Lozada’s last reality show “Evelyn And Chad” was ill-fated and never aired due to personal problems that transpired.

Lozada left her first husband, Chad Ochocinco Johnson, after a few short months of marriage, due to a sad domestic violence incident that occurred when she confronted him about cheating on her. Johnson was arrested for the offense that left Lozada with two black eyes and a deep gash in her forehead, from a headbutt. The marriage was annulled in less than a year.

 

Lozada was a well-known sports groupie, wrecked many a marriage and relationship during her time and the incident left girlfriends and wives of famous athletes with little or no sympathy for her. Lozada rebounded quickly, meeting $125,000,000 Los Angeles Dodger athlete Crawford. She quickly became pregnant. She gave birth to their son, Carl Leo Crawford Jr., a year ago.

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Whitney Houston’s Family Denounces Lifetime Biopic

A still from the Lifetime network "Whitney" movie

The family of the late singer, Whitney Houston, has denounced the Lifetime biopic TV movie "Whitney." The movie premiered this past Saturday, to 4.5 million viewers. Lifetime has been touting the ratings, but it was not due to the film they made, but ongoing public interest in Houston, who always stole the show in life and death.

HOUSTON FAMILY STATEMENT

"My daughter came home from high school yesterday and shared with me inquiries she had endured from her peers and teachers about the upcoming TV movie about her aunt Whitney. She was somewhat exasperated and said she did not get it – that a woman who claimed to be her aunt's friend would direct a movie that seems so unloving towards her Aunt, and how it could affect her cousin Krissi. I share with you the thoughts I shared with my daughter yesterday – that there is often a fine line that separates elevation and degradation in the industry. 

What lifts up one person in the headlines may in fact destroy another. I don't think it ever entered their minds that they were assaulting the legacy of another individual; they just want the job or the opportunity to shine. But to do so in such an incredible way, to go after someone who cannot correct what you get wrong, someone who – like so many people, and especially women – struggled to hold up their humanity and live with dignity despite their personal challenges, is wrong. 

It is easy to turn a blind eye to other people if you're not careful. But the needs of Whitney's family matter. We have dealt with her every emotion from the day she was born until the day she died, which gives us absolute position and absolute authority as a family to feel the way we do about her legacy. We matter. We're still here. Why wasn't there a call to myself, Gary, Cissy or even her daughter? Why deny selected members of the family an advanced copy of the film? 

As we once again enter a season of bereavement and the strategic timing so close to the anniversary of Whitney's death, this is a disappointment that any of us who loved her could do without. This creative pursuit at the expense of the integrity of such an iconic woman, who is voiceless today, reeks of condemnation and deceit. It reeks of enslavement to an industry that will likely do the same to you one day. As my grandmother used to say, “Keep living.” 

I say this to all Whitney's family, friends and fan base: If you watch this movie, watch it knowing that Lifetime is notorious for making bad biopics of deceased celebrities and brace yourself for the worst."

New Actress Cast As Aaliyah In Unauthorized Lifetime Biopic That Wendy Williams Is Now Executive Producing

Aaliyah

After an online uproar regarding the Lifetime network choosing Disney actress, Zendaya Coleman, to play the late singer, Aaliyah, in an unauthorized biopic that is upsetting her family, the channel has chosen a replacement. Coleman reportedly backed out after comments about her not being right for the role. 

Alexandra Shipp

23-year-old actress Alexandra Shipp has been chosen to replace Zendaya in the role. Shipp had a supporting role in the movie “Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel,” as well as parts on the soap opera "Days of Our Lives" and TV show “Switched at Birth.” The move has not been approved by the tragic singer’s family, who oppose the movie. Talk show host Wendy Williams had been added as executive producer. This movie does not sound good at all. I am not of the belief they will tell Aaliyah's story right.

TV Executives Downgrade Rihanna's Reality Show 'Styled To Rock'

Fashion advice from Rihanna, I think not!

Rihanna's reality show styled to rock was dropped in Britain for abysmally low ratings, which hit historic lows for its genre and content. After begging for it to stay on the air, the show was sent to America on the Style Network. However, as the show was about to air, NBC shutdown the Style Network.

Based on reports, execs at NBC, who also owns Bravo, did not like "Styled To Rock" but as it has already been recorded they've given it a bad time slot on Friday night on the aforementioned channel. With all of Rihanna's court problems for copyright infringement and plagiarism, Bravo needs to carefully screen the content to make sure she is in compliance with the law.

Duck Dynasty Cast Striking For Pay Increase

Jase, Si, Willie And Phil Robertson

Season four of the hit reality show "Duck Dynasty" is currently up in the air, as the cast is striking for a pay increase. The third season debut was viewed by over 8,500,000 people. The stars of the show, the Robertsons, want $200,000 per episode or they walk.

Considering there are over ten main family members featured on each episode, the money has to split between more leads than usual. As stated above, the show has brought in big ratings for A&E, resulting in great ad revenues. Therefore, they should pay the Robertsons more for giving the network their biggest hit ever. A&E please give the beards the bonus bucks. It's the best reality show on TV.