February 23rd 2024.
A shocking tragedy has struck the television industry as news of the untimely death of a top executive has emerged. Matt Uzzle, who had worked on popular shows such as "Sherri" and "Wendy Williams Show," was found dead at his home in Piermont, NY on Tuesday, February 13. The police have reported it as an apparent suicide, according to Page Six.
Uzzle held a significant role as the executive-in-charge of Sherri Shepherd's daytime talk show. However, his death came at a time when he was under investigation for financial misconduct at the show. It was revealed that there were complaints about issues with petty cash and rent payments at the show's Chelsea studio in NYC, which had not been paid since September. As a result, the show's parent company, Debmar-Mercury, launched an investigation.
According to sources, there were concerns among the staff that the show might get shut down due to the ongoing investigation. Debmar-Mercury had to step in and take charge. When Uzzle was questioned about the show's financial status, he asked for a few days to gather his paperwork. However, the police were unable to reach him, and during a welfare check, they discovered his lifeless body inside his home.
Uzzle was a well-respected figure in the industry and had been nominated for a daytime Emmy in 2016 for his work on "The Wendy Williams Show." He also had credits on other popular shows such as "The Montel Williams Show" and "Maury." His sudden death has left many in shock and mourning.
Debmar-Mercury has released a statement in response to the tragic news but has refrained from commenting on Uzzle's death. They have hired a law firm to conduct an investigation, and until its conclusion, they will not be making any further statements.
It is worth noting that Uzzle had joined the "Sherri" show after it replaced "The Wendy Williams Show" in 2022. The show is filmed in the same studio as Williams' former show, with a slightly modified set. Most of Williams' crew had also moved to the new production, following Shepherd. On February 15, Shepherd paid tribute to Uzzle on-air with an emotional "in memoriam" segment. This news has come as a shock to the entire industry, and our thoughts and prayers are with Uzzle's loved ones during this difficult time.
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