Anna Faris has shocked fans by announcing her departure from Mom after seven years starring on the hit CBS series.
‘The past seven years on ‘Mom’ have been some of the most fulfilling and rewarding of my career,’ she said in a statement obtained by Variety.
‘I’m so thankful to Chuck, the writers, and my amazing castmates for creating a truly wonderful work experience. While my journey as Christy has come to an end, allowing me to pursue new opportunities, I’ll be watching next season and rooting for my TV family.’
‘I’ll be watching next season’: Anna Faris has shocked fans by announcing her departure from Mom after seven years starring on the hit CBS series (pictured May 2018)
According to sources, Anna choose to leave Mom in order to pursue other opportunities.
‘From the inception of Mom, Anna was the first and only choice for the role of Christy,’ Warner Brothers Television, Chuck Lorre Productions, and CBS said in a statement.
‘We are so proud of the stories we have been able to tell during Anna’s seven years with us. We wish Anna all the best, and we thank her for her beautiful portrayal.’
Anna’s announcement comes just days before the show set to begin season eight production.
Career achievement: ‘The past seven years on ‘Mom’ have been some of the most fulfilling and rewarding of my career,’ she said in a statement obtained by Variety
Lights, camera, action: Anna’s announcement comes just days before the show set to begin season eight production
Production will begin on September 14, after being delayed due to the pandemic-induced filming shutdown.
Anna’s departure was finalized at an early point in the hiatus, sources have told Deadline.
Show writers have begun working on the next season without her character, and the next season will address her absence, according to sources.
Going for the gold: The critically-acclaimed show was a ratings hit on CBS, and Allison has received numerous awards for her work on the show, including an Emmy and Golden Globe
Mom’s the word: Anna starred opposite Janney in the hit CBS series Mom, which followed the escapades of a newly-single sober mother Christy (Faris) and her mother Bonnie (Janney)
Anna starred opposite Allison Janney in the hit CBS series Mom, which followed the escapades of a newly-single sober mother Christy (Faris) and her mother Bonnie (Janney).
The show debuted on CBS in 2012 and became a ratings and critical hit, with Allison receiving numerous awards for her work including an Emmy and Golden Globe.
Season three of the series holds a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, where critics conceded: ‘Mom continues to nurture the multi-cam sitcom genre with mature storytelling and wonderful performances by Anna Faris and Allison Janney, who both handle reflective drama with the same deft touch as they do comedic timing.’
Anna has previously expressed just how happy and grateful she was to be working on the show.
Fan reaction: Mom fans weighed in on Anna’s exit on Twitter
‘For a comedy, the whole show feels rare and special. I’m just so grateful. Last year, I felt incredibly grateful, as well,’ she told Collider in 2014. ‘It was such an amazing feeling to even be going, but this year, it hit home even more. It’s not common that people’s shows get picked up these days, especially the comedies.
‘I get to drive to work with a smile on my face. I’ve learned to take it in stride and appreciate every moments.’
Fans reacted to the news Anna was leaving on Twitter, where they expressed a myriad of emotions.
‘Aww man that’s sad. It’s a show that has grown into something quite enjoyable. Sad to see her leave,’ tweeted @lime1221.
‘aww man. Way to rip my heart out,’ @MoldyWarp tweeted.
‘When it’s time to move on, you gotta follow your heart. We’ll miss you, @AnnaKFaris,’ actress Kristen Johnston tweeted.
