EXCLUSIVE: NBCUniversal is making some changes at E!.Deadline understands that the cable network is restructuring, canceling shows such as Daily Pop and Nightly Pop, leading to the departure of production staff of those shows.The news is being communicated to staff Friday morning by Tracie Wilson, EVP Of Syndication Studios, who reports to NBCU’s Susan Rovner, at a town hall.“I know change can be challenging, but I am truly excited about the future of these brands that we are going to build together,” said Wilson in a note to staff (read it in full below).Daytime talk show Daily Pop has run since May 2017, while late-night talker Nightly Pop has aired since October 2018.

The latter is hosted by Morgan Stewart, Nina Parker and Hunter March.Daily Pop will end in mid-September and Nightly Pop in early October.The move will pave the way for a new show that will launch on the linear network, airing nightly in late October.“I want to say a huge thank you to the Daily Pop and Nightly Pop teams for their creativity and commitment, including working countless hours to keep these shows up and running through the pandemic,” said Wilson.As part of the restructure, the company is also creating a “centralized” umbrella brand, Terrace Studios, that will incorporate the Access and E!

News brands, bringing together units such as stage, production management, and hair and makeup.This has led to a restructure of its leadership team.

Tammy Filler, who is EVP and Editor-in-Chief overseeing the digital E! News organization and digital originals, will remain in her role and will have three direct reports: Jen Lavin will lead creative and Jamie Blynn will oversee E!

E! Restructure: ‘Daily Pop’ & ‘Nightly Pop’ Canceled, Production Teams To Exit As Linear Network Eyes New Nightly Show

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