NEW YORK, February 9, 2026 — Talk show host Sherri Shepherd addressed the cancellation of her daytime series, Sherri, on Monday, assuring viewers that she’s “not ready to throw in the towel” despite the show’s impending end later this year.
A Fighter’s Response to Difficult News
Shepherd expressed gratitude for the show’s four-season run and vowed to continue fighting for its future.
- Shepherd publicly acknowledged the show’s cancellation during Monday’s taping.
- The host thanked her audience for their unwavering support and love.
- Shepherd confirmed episodes will continue to air through the fall while exploring options to keep the show alive.
“This is a hard morning for all of us here at Sherri,” Shepherd told a studio audience and at-home viewers. “I know that you have seen the news, and I’m ready to address it. Our show has not been renewed for another season. I wanted to say to y’all, try not to faint or fall out, because healthcare is expensive and none of us have it anymore.”
Shepherd was visibly moved by the outpouring of support she’s received since the news broke. “I’m truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of love that I have received from all of you,” she said. “So from the audience to everybody on social media to people who stop me in the store and still talk to me despite me not having a wig on…to me from the emails and the texts, the messages. I feel every bit of the love that you’ve been sending to me and thank you so much.”
The host expressed deep appreciation for the opportunity to connect with audiences daily. “I want to say from the bottom of my heart, I want to thank you,” Shepherd said, her voice thick with emotion. “I want to thank you for welcoming me into your homes every single day. I want to thank you for laughing and crying with us. Thank you for supporting my unhealthy obsession with Lenny Kravitz.”
What was the core intention behind creating the Sherri show? Shepherd explained that the show was founded on a simple principle: joy. “But I got to tell you, when I first started, the show was built on one thing, and what I wanted it built on was joy,” she said. “The intention of this show was always, always my prayer for you to leave happier than when you came. And you know this, I’ve talked about this. It has been my dream to have a talk show, and I’m so grateful I got the chance to do it for four seasons.”
Despite the cancellation, Shepherd remains optimistic about the future. “I want to be clear. I’m not ready to throw in the towel on this show just yet. I’m not,” she stated firmly. “We’re going to be airing episodes all through the fall, and we’re going to continue to fight to keep the show alive in some way, shape, or form.”
Known for her spirited personality, Shepherd emphasized her determination. “If anybody knows me, they know I’m a fighter. I don’t know exactly what it’s going to look like, but I promise I will continue to spread joy.”
Shepherd also playfully warned future guests against any disruptive behavior. “I don’t want you coming [and] talking about solidarity…run across the stage naked,” she joked. She then recounted humorous threats from her producer and a friend, who playfully suggested streaking and stealing Whoopi Goldberg’s shoes on the show’s final day. “I’m saying to all of my guests, don’t come here committing petty crimes. But what we will do is we will continue to have a good time.”
She concluded with a sentiment that encapsulates her approach to daytime television: “Because like your favorite auntie, I’m here to make you laugh, get in your business, and stay longer than you planned.”
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