It debuted in 2009 as part of a wholeshift away from daytime television “soap operas” to more cost-efficient chat shows. Now, CBS is preparing to wind down this series, with a finale scheduled for December 20 for hosts Akbar Gbajabiamila, Amanda Kloots, Natalie Morales, Jerry O’Connell and Sheryl Underwood.
“The Talk” isn’t going away quietly, however, as a final week of fresh shows airing the week of December 16 will see “big holiday giveaways” totaling “more than $2.5 million” to the show’s “loyal audience.:
Since “The Talk” launched, nearly 3,000 episodes have been aired. The hour-long series debuted on October 18, 2010 and today holds the 2pm Eastern hour on the CBS Television Network.
CBS did not comment on the reasons why it is concluding the series’ run.
