The popular CBS sitcom “Mom”, starring Emmy winner Allison Janney, will end after the current eighth season.
Chuck Lorre’s comedy about a group of united addicts – including Janney’s main character Bonnie – will end with the season finale on May 6, which will serve as the series finale, according to Variety.
The change comes after Anna Faris, who plays Bonnie’s daughter, Christy, left the series before production on Season 8 began in September.
“For the past eight years, we have had the great honor of bringing these wonderful characters to life, sharing their struggles and triumphs with millions of viewers every week,” said executive producers Lorre, Gemma Baker and Nick Bakay in a statement.
“From the beginning, we decided to tell stories about recovery from alcoholism and addiction that are rarely portrayed in a network comedy series. Whether it was the emotional reactions of the live audience on the night recording within Stage 20, or the discussions at the White House about the opioid crisis, or the personal stories we continue to receive on social media, we are very proud to know that the MOM has had a positive impact on so many lives. We are forever grateful to our brilliant cast and guest stars, wonderful writers and incredible staff for making this journey with us. “
CBS Entertainment President Kelly Kahl added that the program, produced by Warner Bros. Television, “touched people’s lives by sensitively addressing important but relatable topics, with a perfect and skillful touch.”
In Tuesday’s episode of the eponymous talk show by Ellen DeGeneres, Janney, 61, told viewers that “it was very strange” not to have Faris, 44, on the show anymore, adding, “She misses it so much. The lack of Anna and her character on the show. And we are very happy that she is doing what she wants now and even happier that we can still tell these stories about these incredible women and recovery.
“And I think there are some really wonderful characters that have been established,” she continued. “And people love the show, so let’s keep telling the stories as long as we can.”
In a statement announcing her departure last year, Faris called her “some of the most rewarding and rewarding of my career”.
The show’s regular cast also includes Jaime Pressly, Mimi Kennedy, Beth Hall, Kristen Johnston and William Fichtner. Over the years, several other artists have been featured as recurring and guest stars, including Yvette Nicole Brown, Ellen Burstyn, Kristin Chenoweth, Beverly D’Angelo, Patti LuPone, Joe Manganiello, Emily Osment, Kevin Pollak, Richard Schiff, June Squibb, Octavia Spencer, French Stewart (originally a series regular), Kathleen Turner, Steven Weber, Bradley Whitford and Rainn Wilson.
The series finale will air at 9 pm on Thursday, May 6, on CBS.