Morgantown, W.Va. — MTV said Wednesday it is canceling its West Virginia-based reality TV show "Buckwild" a week after the accidental death of 21-year-old star Shain Gandee.
Network spokesman Jake Urbanski confirmed the news, saying it was "not an easy decision."
"But given Shain's tragic passing and essential presence on the show, we felt it was not appropriate to continue without him," the network said. "Instead, we are working on a meaningful way to pay tribute to his memory on our air and privately."
On Sunday, MTV will air a special, "Buckwild: Wv to the NYC," which was shot before second-season filming had begun. The network said Shain's parents, Dale and Loretta Gandee, support the move.
Gandee and two others were found dead of carbon monoxide poisoning on April 1. Gandee's SUV was stuck in a mud pit near his home in Sissonville, its tail pipe submerged. That could have...
Network spokesman Jake Urbanski confirmed the news, saying it was "not an easy decision."
"But given Shain's tragic passing and essential presence on the show, we felt it was not appropriate to continue without him," the network said. "Instead, we are working on a meaningful way to pay tribute to his memory on our air and privately."
On Sunday, MTV will air a special, "Buckwild: Wv to the NYC," which was shot before second-season filming had begun. The network said Shain's parents, Dale and Loretta Gandee, support the move.
Gandee and two others were found dead of carbon monoxide poisoning on April 1. Gandee's SUV was stuck in a mud pit near his home in Sissonville, its tail pipe submerged. That could have...
- 4/10/2013
- by AP
- Huffington Post
In what must be the worst moment for any parent, Shain’s family was left in complete shock by the sudden death of the ‘Buckwild’ star.
The death of Buckwild star Shain Gandee, along with the passing of his uncle and close friend has taken a toll on Shain’s parents, Dale and Loretta Gandee. So heartbreaking!
Shain Gandee’s Parents Shocked By Shain’s Death
A neighbor and family friend, Swanna Frampton, spoke to Wsav-tv in West Virginia about the family’s demeanor saying, “His mom kept staring at his picture and his dad was all to pieces, because he’s lost his son and his brother both,” adding, “It’s a loss and an emptiness that’s going to take a long time to heal.”
Shain’s cousin Ashley Lewis spoke candidly about the loss as well, “[Shain's parents] believed in him, They enjoyed his show, just his perception of...
The death of Buckwild star Shain Gandee, along with the passing of his uncle and close friend has taken a toll on Shain’s parents, Dale and Loretta Gandee. So heartbreaking!
Shain Gandee’s Parents Shocked By Shain’s Death
A neighbor and family friend, Swanna Frampton, spoke to Wsav-tv in West Virginia about the family’s demeanor saying, “His mom kept staring at his picture and his dad was all to pieces, because he’s lost his son and his brother both,” adding, “It’s a loss and an emptiness that’s going to take a long time to heal.”
Shain’s cousin Ashley Lewis spoke candidly about the loss as well, “[Shain's parents] believed in him, They enjoyed his show, just his perception of...
- 4/2/2013
- by Russ Weakland
- HollywoodLife
Shain’s co-stars from ‘Buckwild’ have taken to Twitter to express their sadness over the MTV star’s sudden and tragic death on April 1.
Shain Gandee was found dead in a ravine on April 1, after what appeared to be a tragic car accident. The Buckwild star has been mourned by the stars of Jersey Shore, and now his co-stars, including Cara Parrish, Katie Sarria, and Ashley Whitt have taken to Twitter to express their condolences. Read on for all the sad details.
Shain Gandee Died — ‘Buckwild’ Cast Members Tweet About Sad News
Shain and his uncle David Gandee were found dead in a vehicle in Sissonville, West Virgina early in the day of April 1. Details of the Buckwild star’s death are not yet known, but his MTV cast members have taken to Twitter to express their remorse.
“I hate it when people feel the need to give me information...
Shain Gandee was found dead in a ravine on April 1, after what appeared to be a tragic car accident. The Buckwild star has been mourned by the stars of Jersey Shore, and now his co-stars, including Cara Parrish, Katie Sarria, and Ashley Whitt have taken to Twitter to express their condolences. Read on for all the sad details.
Shain Gandee Died — ‘Buckwild’ Cast Members Tweet About Sad News
Shain and his uncle David Gandee were found dead in a vehicle in Sissonville, West Virgina early in the day of April 1. Details of the Buckwild star’s death are not yet known, but his MTV cast members have taken to Twitter to express their remorse.
“I hate it when people feel the need to give me information...
- 4/1/2013
- by Eleanore Hutch
- HollywoodLife
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Jane Lynch wants you join her for a VIP trip to Disneyland. You can bid online or attend the Family Equality Council’s Los Angeles Awards Dinner this coming Saturday to bid in person.
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Good morning! How about that game? And Beyonce with her all female band? Gotta love Bey Bey. A fun fashion fact: The back-up dancers were wearing some pieces made by out fashion designer Becca McCharen from her brand Chromat. They're called pentagram harnesses, and you can get one of your own for $188.
While we're on the topic of fashion, Veer NYC wants your help to fund their androgynous fashion line.
And if you're looking for some stuff right now, check out Haute Butch.
Jane Lynch wants you join her for a VIP trip to Disneyland. You can bid online or attend the Family Equality Council’s Los Angeles Awards Dinner this coming Saturday to bid in person.
She's not in this clip but k.d. lang will be a guest star on tonight's very Canadian episode of How I Met Your Mother.
- 2/4/2013
- by trishbendix
- AfterEllen.com
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