A Surprising Decision
When CBS announced the abrupt cancellation of after its seventh season, it left not only the fans but also the cast members in shock. Annie Potts, who portrayed the beloved Meemaw, was particularly vocal about her disappointment, calling it a "stupid business move." The series had been a consistent hit, dominating network TV ratings and finding a massive audience on streaming platforms like Netflix. Potts expressed her disbelief, saying, "I was shocked.
I mean, the No. 1 show on network TV... It just didn’t make sense."

An Emotional Goodbye
The cancellation hit the cast hard, especially given how long they had worked together. Potts reflected on the emotional toll of wrapping up the show, mentioning that it had been a significant part of both her life and the lives of her co-stars. "It’s been half of Iain’s life, and it’s been a 10th of mine, but at 70, that feels significant," she remarked.
The sense of community and the close-knit relationships formed on set made the ending even more painful.

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