MTV Axes Beloved Comedy Series 'Ridiculousness' After 46 Seasons
In a shocking move, MTV has canceled its long-running comedy clip series "Ridiculousness" after an impressive 14 years and 46 seasons. The show's host, Rob Dyrdek, 51, will no longer be producing new episodes of the program.
According to sources familiar with the decision, the network is reimagining MTV for the future, featuring a more curated slate that emphasizes fresh formats, different creative voices, and refreshed programming. While new first-run episodes will continue to air on Paramount-owned networks through next year, reruns of "Ridiculousness" will remain a staple on MTV's broadcast schedule.
The news comes as no surprise, given the show's dominant presence on MTV's broadcast schedule in recent years. With over 1,700 episodes under its belt, "Ridiculousness" was one of MTV's longest-running shows in the network's history.
Dyrdek's massive paycheck, reportedly upwards of $32 million per year, also contributed to the show's continued success on the network. His deal included bonuses, executive producer fees, and on-camera pay, making him a highly compensated host.
Throughout its run, "Ridiculousness" has featured a rotating cast of comedians, musicians, and celebrities, including Sterling "Steelo" Brim, Lauren "Lolo" Wood, and Chanel West Coast. The show's format, which features celebrities reacting to ridiculous viral videos, has proven to be a winning formula for the network.
While Dyrdek's departure from the show marks the end of an era, it also signals a new chapter in his career. As he explained in 2021, "I've built all these systems to allow my entire life to be this entire machine." With his signature blend of humor and enthusiasm, Dyrdek will undoubtedly continue to thrive in the entertainment industry.
The cancellation of "Ridiculousness" is a significant loss for MTV, but it also presents an opportunity for the network to reinvent itself and explore new creative avenues. As the entertainment landscape continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how the network adapts and responds to changing viewer preferences.
In a shocking move, MTV has canceled its long-running comedy clip series "Ridiculousness" after an impressive 14 years and 46 seasons. The show's host, Rob Dyrdek, 51, will no longer be producing new episodes of the program.
According to sources familiar with the decision, the network is reimagining MTV for the future, featuring a more curated slate that emphasizes fresh formats, different creative voices, and refreshed programming. While new first-run episodes will continue to air on Paramount-owned networks through next year, reruns of "Ridiculousness" will remain a staple on MTV's broadcast schedule.
The news comes as no surprise, given the show's dominant presence on MTV's broadcast schedule in recent years. With over 1,700 episodes under its belt, "Ridiculousness" was one of MTV's longest-running shows in the network's history.
Dyrdek's massive paycheck, reportedly upwards of $32 million per year, also contributed to the show's continued success on the network. His deal included bonuses, executive producer fees, and on-camera pay, making him a highly compensated host.
Throughout its run, "Ridiculousness" has featured a rotating cast of comedians, musicians, and celebrities, including Sterling "Steelo" Brim, Lauren "Lolo" Wood, and Chanel West Coast. The show's format, which features celebrities reacting to ridiculous viral videos, has proven to be a winning formula for the network.
While Dyrdek's departure from the show marks the end of an era, it also signals a new chapter in his career. As he explained in 2021, "I've built all these systems to allow my entire life to be this entire machine." With his signature blend of humor and enthusiasm, Dyrdek will undoubtedly continue to thrive in the entertainment industry.
The cancellation of "Ridiculousness" is a significant loss for MTV, but it also presents an opportunity for the network to reinvent itself and explore new creative avenues. As the entertainment landscape continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how the network adapts and responds to changing viewer preferences.
I'm gonna miss "Ridiculousness" so much! 
Rob Dyrdek did an amazing job keeping us laughing for all those years. But on the flip side, it's cool that MTV is shaking things up and trying new formats. Maybe they'll discover some fresh talent? 
And hey, 14 years and 46 seasons is a looong time to be running a show! 
I'm sure Dyrdek will do just fine without us 
. The network might not lose too much heat with this move...
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." 
The end of an era is always bittersweet, but it's also a reminder that change can be exciting and full of possibilities 
. It's been a staple on MTV for so long, bringing laughter and joy to our screens for 14 years straight. I guess you could say it was the perfect storm of viral videos and celebrity guests - it just kept going and going until now 
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. It takes courage to make changes, but sometimes you gotta shake things up if you wanna stay relevant 
. MTV's decision to cancel "Ridulousness" might seem like a loss, but it could also be a chance for them to explore fresh formats and ideas 
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. But I get it, the network wants to try new things, maybe they wanna focus on other types of content. It's like, back in my day we used to watch music videos all night on MTV and now it's all about reality TV... I guess that's progress 
i grew up watching ridiculousness with my friends all the time that show was the best lol we used to record episodes on tape and watch them over and over 
it's crazy that rob dyrdek is making 32 million a year tho 
they wanna shake things up and try some new formats 
. Guess it's time for me to start searching for new shows to watch with them... 
I feel like Rob Dyrdek has been doing that show for ages and it's always been so much fun to watch the celebs react to those crazy viral videos 
The fact that they're keeping reruns on MTV is a good consolation, but it's just not the same as having new episodes every week