Nick Progeny to Host New Show

By R. Thomas Umstead
published

Former Nickelodeon All That cast member Nick Cannon will star in his
own show for the kids-targeted network beginning in September.

The Nick Cannon Show will showcase the 20-year-old's comedic talents
through skits involving 'real-life' situations, such as a family dinner or a
high-school cafeteria.

The 30-minute show will also feature a number of guests stars, including
comedian/actor Eddie Murphy, The Sopranos star Joe Pantoliano,
comedian/actor Chris Tucker and musical performers Aaliyah, Master P and Lil'
Romeo.

In other Nick news, the network renewed several series including its
long-running All That show, as well as freshmen shows As Told by
Ginger, The Fairly OddParents, Invader ZIM, Pelswick,
Taina and Maggie and the Ferocious Beast.

R. Thomas Umstead
R. Thomas Umstead

R. Thomas Umstead serves as senior content producer, programming for Multichannel News, Broadcasting + Cable and Next TV. During his more than 30-year career as a print and online journalist, Umstead has written articles on a variety of subjects ranging from TV technology, marketing and sports production to content distribution and development. He has provided expert commentary on television issues and trends for such TV, print, radio and streaming outlets as Fox News, CNBC, the Today show, USA Today, The New York Times and National Public Radio. Umstead has also filmed, produced and edited more than 100 original video interviews, profiles and news reports featuring key cable television executives as well as entertainers and celebrity personalities.