You don’t want to miss this very unexpected news from Hollywood. Just days before Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry was set to join the cast of Kim Kardashian’s Blue Series Olsfair. She has quickly exited from the series.
The Details
It was reported last week that Berry and Glenn Close would join the reality star turned-actress Kim Kardashian in the much-anticipated series. However, in a surprising turn of events, a new report reveals that Berry is dropping out of the project due to scheduling conflicts.
This news has left many fans wondering about the show’s future and who will step in to replace Berry. Berry’s involvement in all spare would have marked one of the rare major TV roles in her illustrious career following her appearance in ACVS sci-fi series Xtant which ran for two seasons from 2014 to 2015.
Who will replace Berry?
Unfortunately, her departure has created a significant void in the cast and it’s currently unclear who will be taking over her role. In addition to acting, Berry was also slated to serve as an executive producer for the series.
However, with her backing out of the starring role, it remains uncertain if she will still hold the position of executive producer. This change has undoubtedly thrown a wrench into the production plans but the show must go on.
About All’s Fair
For those who might not be familiar with the project, All’s Fair is a new series created by John Robin Bates known for Brothers and sisters and Feud Capote versus the Swans and Joe Bacon.
The show was first announced back in December and it is the first series under Ryan Murphy’s new overall deal on Disney. Murphy, famous for creating American Horror Story pitched the series to Kris Jenner at her home following Jenner’s appearance in AHS delicate.
The premise of all spare is intriguing. Kim Kardashian will play a powerful divorce lawyer in Los Angeles who runs a successful all-female law firm.
The show draws inspiration from Kardashian’s actual lawyer Laura Wasser who represented her in the high-profile divorce proceedings with Kanye West and Chris Humphries.
Cast
Despite various departures, show hosts and an inclusive list of executive producers including Kardashian, her mother and manager Kris Jenner, Ryan Murphy Bates, and Bacon.
Additionally Jamie Pacino, Laura Green, and Richard Levine will serve as writers and executive producers ensuring that the show has a strong foundation.
Glenn Close who remains attached to the project will also serve as an executive producer along with Alexis Martin Woodall, Eric Cofton, and Scott Robertson. With such a talented team behind the scenes, there’s no doubt that All’s Fair will be a must-watch series when it finally premieres.
Shooting and Production
Production horror All’s Fair is set to begin later this year. The show is one of five TV shows to receive a share of $58 million in California tax credits which will help support its extensive filming schedule.
The series is expected to film for 97 days in California and an additional 10 days outside of Los Angeles highlighting its ambitious scope. While fans are undoubtedly disappointed by Halle Berry’s departure there’s still a lot to look forward to with All’s Fair.
Hulu is expected to release the show sometime in 2025. Though no official premiere date has been given yet. As production gets underway and casting decisions are made, we will likely learn more about who will replace Berry and how the show will take shape.
Conclusion
In the meantime, this unexpected turn of events adds an element of suspense and intrigue to the already highly anticipated series. Kim Kardashian’s transition from reality TV star to actress has been a fascinating journey to watch and All’s Fair promises to be another significant step in her evolving career.
So what do you think about Halle Berry’s sudden exit from All’s Fair? Who do you think should replace her in the series let us know your thoughts in the comments below.