Comedian Sherri Shepherd’s daytime talk show, “Sherri,” will conclude after four seasons. The announcement came from Debmar-Mercury, the producer and distributor of the show, which is backed by Lionsgate. The final episodes are set to air in the fall of 2024, while production for the current season will continue as scheduled.
In a joint statement to Variety, Debmar-Mercury co-presidents Ira Bernstein and Mort Marcus emphasized that the decision to end the show is not a reflection of its quality or the talent of Shepherd. They mentioned, “This decision is driven by the evolving daytime television landscape and does not reflect on the strength of the show, its production — which has found strong creative momentum this season — or the incredibly talented Sherri Shepherd.” The company has expressed intentions to explore alternative platforms for airing the series in the future.
Show Background and Achievements
“Sherri” first premiered in fall 2022 and is filmed at Chelsea Studios in New York. The show is nationally syndicated and is broadcast across multiple station groups, including Fox TV Stations, Nexstar, Hearst, Sinclair, Gray, Tegna, and Sunbeam. It replaced the long-running “The Wendy Williams Show,” which was produced by Debmar-Mercury for 13 seasons.
Throughout its run, “Sherri” garnered acclaim, with Shepherd winning an NAACP Image Award for outstanding host in 2025. The program also received recognition as an outstanding talk series in 2023. Shepherd, a former co-host of “The View,” has been praised for her engaging style and ability to connect with audiences.
The cancellation of “Sherri” arrives alongside another significant development in daytime television: The Kelly Clarkson Show is also set to conclude. NBC recently announced that Clarkson’s series will end after seven seasons in 2026, following the singer’s personal decision to step away from daily hosting. Clarkson stated, “Stepping away from the daily schedule will allow me to prioritize my kids, which feels necessary and right for this next chapter of our lives.” She reassured fans, “This isn’t goodbye. I’ll still be making music, playing shows here and there, and you may catch me on The Voice from time to time … you never know where I might show up next.”
As the landscape of daytime television continues to shift, the endings of both “Sherri” and “The Kelly Clarkson Show” signal a transition period for audiences and networks alike. With Shepherd’s vibrant personality and Clarkson’s musical talents, both shows have made significant contributions to the genre, leaving a mark that will be remembered by fans.
