Jada Pinkett Smith’s Facebook Watch series, “Red Table Talk,” is ending after five seasons.
The series is known for serving as an outlet for celebrities to reveal their perspectives through intimate conversations with Smith, his mother, Adrienne ‘Gammy’ Norris, and Smith’s daughter Willow. Famous interviews include a confessional conversation between Smith and her husband, Will. Influencer Olivia Jade appeared at the ‘red table’ for her first interview following the 2019 college admissions scandal.
“Red Table Talk” isn’t the only Facebook Watch series to be canceled. Meta will reportedly focus on “virtual reality experiences” from now on, effectively ending all Facebook Watch series, according to NBC.
Smith, 51, isn’t done with “Red Table Talk.” The actor is already planning the next phase of the show’s legacy; read on to find out what Smith had to say!
What Are the Details About ‘Red Table Talk’s Cancellation?
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The demise of Facebook Watch was a result of Meta’s efforts to cut costs for the company, NBC also reported. Sources at the company did not reveal any additional information, except for confirmation that Facebook Watch is no longer part of the company.
The aforementioned virtual reality experience will reportedly be “accessible across Facebook, Instagram and Messenger.” Virtual reality experiences will also be accessible through Meta Horizon Worlds.
The outlet also reported that Meta’s Head of Development, Mina Lefevre, will be leaving the company following the closure of Facebook Watch. Lefevre has been with the company for six years.
Last month, Meta announced their plans to cut an additional 10,000 positions following a year of steep layoffs the previous year.
Mark Zuckerberg gives Meta employees an insight into layoffs and the company’s plans to restructure costs.
“Here’s the timeline you should expect,” Zuckerberg told employees in a memo, “organizational leaders will announce a restructuring plan focused on flattening our organization, canceling lower priority projects and reducing our hiring rate…”
Zuckerberg also reportedly warned employees to brace themselves for continued economic uncertainty.
The memo was also posted to the Meta blog, NBC reported.
Jada Pinkett Smith Reveals Future Plans for ‘Red Table Talk’
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Smith later took to his Instagram to comment on the cancellation of “Red Table Talk”.
“We’re incredibly grateful to have such a wonderful partnership with Facebook Watch, and we’re sorry to see the entire team disbanded,” Smith continued. “We wish everyone safe on their new journey ahead.”
Smith’s statement also revealed possible plans to revive “Red Table Talk” in the future.
“We at Red Table are in talks to find a new home, and we’ll see you soon,” his statement concluded. (via People)
As of this writing, no concrete plans for the future of “Red Table Talk” have been finalized.
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The Daytime Emmy-winning series also featured an interview with former “iCarly” star and “I’m Glad My Mom Died” author Jennette McCurdy last September. During McCurdy’s interview, he read a shocking email he received from his mother before her death.
McCurdy’s late mother slammed her now 30-year-old daughter after photos of McCurdy surfaced online via TMZ. He didn’t like the content.
According to our report, McCurdy’s mother chastised the “Sam & Cat” actress for her appearance while on vacation with her ex-boyfriend; McCurdy had told his mother that he had been with a friend.
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