'Family Feud' has hired its first Black female showrunner, Myeshia Mizuno.

Myeshia Mizuno leads Family Feud as the main woman in charge.

July 9th 2024.

'Family Feud' has hired its first Black female showrunner, Myeshia Mizuno.
The popular game show "Family Feud" has recently welcomed its new showrunner, Myeshia Mizuno, who is now in charge of both the syndicated version and the prime-time edition, "Celebrity Family Feud" on ABC. Mizuno's appointment is a groundbreaking moment as she is the first Black woman to lead a prime-time game show. In an interview with Variety, she shared her thoughts on taking on this role and the show's legacy. "It's definitely a big task, but one that I am ready for," she said, comparing her job to "adding oil to an already well-functioning machine." Her vision for the show includes subtle changes, such as introducing vacation packages as prizes and creating a comfortable backstage area for celebrity contestants.

With a rich background in television production, Mizuno brings a wealth of experience to "Family Feud." Her versatile career includes producing "Judge Judy" and developing court shows, as well as working on the revival of "Supermarket Sweep" on ABC. This diverse expertise positions her well to navigate the beloved game show into its next chapter. Steve Harvey, the charismatic host of "Family Feud," has expressed his confidence in Mizuno's abilities. "She fit right in," he praised, highlighting her strong management skills. Harvey also emphasized the significance of her role, stating, "This show is iconic...You don't want to come in and ruin it...All eyes are on her." As previously reported by BLACK ENTERPRISE, the host has previously worked with Mizuno on ABC's Emmy-nominated show, "Judge Steve Harvey," further solidifying their successful working relationship.

The upcoming season of "Celebrity Family Feud" promises an exciting lineup of stars, including Megan Thee Stallion, Ne-Yo, and various sports figures. Other notable matchups include Meghan Trainor vs. Tori Kelly and a special "Golden Bachelor" face-off. As the season progresses, viewers can look forward to episodes featuring Daughtry vs. Papa Roach, Earth, Wind & Fire vs. The War & Treaty, Fat Joe vs. Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, and David Foster/Katharine McPhee vs. Clay Aiken.

"Celebrity Family Feud" is now entering its tenth season, premiering on July 9 with a two-hour special. Viewers can also tune in during the holidays for a special episode featuring Shaquille O'Neal vs. Sherri Shepherd. With Mizuno at the helm, this season promises to be an entertaining and memorable one for all fans of the show.

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