Anna Faris Announces Shocking Exit from 'Mom' Ahead of Season 8

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Anna Faris is bowing out of her role in the popular CBS sitcom “Mom.” The actress is exiting as one of the comedy series’ two title standouts and will not be alongside former co-star Allison Janney when the show returns for its eighth season and her character Christy Plunkett will not be recast, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The outlet said Faris’ departure is not coronavirus-related and her decision was made is simply because she wants to pursue other opportunities.

Mom have been some of the most fulfilling and rewarding of my career. I’m so thankful to Chuck, the writers, and my amazing castmates for creating a truly wonderful work experience," Faris said in a statement, per "While my journey as Christy has come to an end, allowing me to pursue new opportunities, I’ll be watching next season and rooting for my TV family.”According to , both Faris and —who plays Christy's mom, Bonnie Plunkett—signed two-year contracts back in spring 2019, making this departure even more surprising. "From the inception of Mom, Anna was the first and only choice for the role of Christy.

Anna Faris is taking a step away from Mom, the recovery-themed CBS comedy on which she starred for seven seasons, TV Guide can confirm. Faris will not return for Season 8 of the Chuck Lorre-produced series, which begins production later this month.

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Anna Faris is leaving Mom after seven years, the actress announced on Friday, September 4. Her character Christy Plunkett’s absence will be addressed during the CBS sitcom’s upcoming eighth season.“The past seven years on Mom have been some of the most fulfilling and rewarding of my career,” Faris, 43, said in a statement to Us Weekly.

according to Deadline.“The past seven years on ‘Mom’ have been some of the most fulfilling and rewarding of my career,” Faris, 43, said in a statement.“I’m so thankful to Chuck, the writers, and my amazing castmates for creating a truly wonderful work experience. While my journey as Christy has come to an end, allowing me to pursue new opportunities, I’ll be watching next season and rooting for my TV family.”The comedy follows Bonnie, played by Oscar-winner Allison Janney, 60, and her daughter Christy, played by Faris, as they navigate life battling addiction and trying to stay sober with a group of other women in recovery.