The Facts of Life Reboot Cancelled Amid Betrayal - Latest Update

Mindy Cohn , known for her role in the sitcom " The Facts of Life , " recently shared some details about why a reboot of the show was canceled . During an appearance on Sirius XM 's " Jeff Lewis Live , " Cohn revealed that discussions about reviving the series began after a special in 2021 sparked interest from Norman Lear , the producer of the show.

She mentioned how a roundtable with Octavia Spencer , Amy Poehler , and Jennifer Aniston expressed their love for " The Facts of Life , " which caught Lear 's attention . Plans for a revival started to take shape during the COVID-19 pandemic , including hiring a writer and holding Zoom meetings with the cast members Lisa Whelchel , Kim Fields , and Nancy McKeon.

However , the reboot hit a snag when one of the co - stars made a secret move to secure a solo spinoff series , which left the rest of the cast feeling devastated . Cohn described the situation as a betrayal that caused a rift among the long - time friends and cast members.

Despite efforts to move past the incident , Cohn expressed that the prospects of a reboot are now " very dead , " as the actresses have no desire to work together again . She emphasized the importance of true friendships and how some people prioritize money or fame over relationships , which she finds shocking and unsettling.

Cohn did not disclose the name of the co - star who made the controversial move but hinted that fans could get a clue by checking her Instagram account . She mentioned that the trust among the cast members was broken due to the incident , and while they are back on speaking terms with the person involved , the damage has been done.

"The Facts of Life " aired for nine seasons from 1979 to 1988 , and the core quartet had previously reunited on screen for various projects over the years . Despite the setback with the reboot , Cohn , Whelchel , and McKeon had a reunion on The Drew Barrymore Show to celebrate Barrymore 's birthday in February.

Overall , the failed reboot of " The Facts of Life " serves as a reminder of how greed and personal agendas can disrupt longstanding friendships and professional relationships in the entertainment industry . Despite the challenges faced by the cast , they have managed to find a way to move forward while acknowledging the impact of the betrayal on their bond.