Cartoon Network is a popular American television channel, which since October 1, 1992 has been dedicated to broadcasting cartoons such as The Powerpuff Girls, Dexter’s lab, The Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy Y Ed edd and Eddy, that have become a classic of animation over 30 years.
However, recently, the rumor that the popular television channel that has marked the childhood of countless generations could disappear and end its programming shook everyone. The alleged news began to spread after a mass layoff of 82 employees by Warner Bros. and Television Group (WBTVG), on October 25.
In addition, the rumor resonated even more after it was announced in recent weeks that, as part of a strategic readjustment plan, Cartoon Network will merge with Warner Bros. Animation, a project that aims to combine both animation teams and give the channel a new creative air.
David Zaslav, CEO and president of the Warner Bros. Discovery conglomerate, issued a statement to employees of the children’s channel company joining his brand, saying they are implementing a new, simplified structure for animation.
It is worth mentioning that the use of new technologies, such as social networks and video games, have been an important factor in the decline in the number of viewers and the rating of Cartoon Network that, judging by its content, today its faithful audience are people who lead an adult and mature life.
Given the rumors that the famous 90s channel was already out of circulation, through its official Twitter account, Cartoon Network said that they are not dead yet, but that they are simply turning 30 years old and made reference to the fact that new things would come very soon. .
Y’all we’re not dead, we’re just turning 30 😂
To our fans: We’re not going anywhere. We have been and will always be your home for beloved, innovative cartoons ⬛️⬜️ More to come soon!#Cartoon Network #CN30 #30andthriving #CartoonNetworkStudios #FridayFeeling #FridayVibes
— Cartoon Network (@cartoonnetwork) October 14, 2022
We’re not dead, we’re just turning 30.
To our ‘fans’: We’re not going anywhere. We have been and always will be a home for beloved and innovative cartoons. More to come soon!
It should be noted that before the imminent merger of Warner Bros. and Discovery, it was rumored that the layoffs were made in order to reduce costs and save around 150 billion dollars.
Source: Okchicas
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