ABC Steps In to Cover Prizes for “Lucky 13” Contestants Following the Show’s Cancellation
Thirteen contestants left “Lucky 13” with a total of $461,500 in prizes.
ABC is stepping in to cover prizes for Lucky 13 contestants following the cancellation of the game show.
What’s Happening:
- ABC is prepared to cover an expense of over $460,000 to ensure that participants on the game show Lucky 13 receive the prizes they are owed.
- The Disney-owned network, although not obligated by law, is close to finalizing an agreement that will enable Lucky 13 winners to collect their prize funds after the chaotic ending of the series hosted by Shaquille O’Neal and Gina Rodriguez.
- Lucky 13 aired on ABC last year using a unique greenlight model, with UK-based Studio 1 providing pre-funding in exchange for a share of advertising revenue.
- However, the show's earnings fell short of expectations, resulting in its cancellation after one season.
- Lucky 13 Holdings and Studio 13 Entertainment, created by Studio 1 to manage Lucky 13, have filed for bankruptcy, causing contractors, including hosts O’Neal and Rodriguez, to incur losses of at least $500,000.
- Studio 1 was responsible for distributing winnings to contestants; however, according to Deadline, the participants have not yet received their cash prizes because of ongoing financial challenges.
- Thirteen individuals left Lucky 13 with a total of $461,500 in prizes, including the largest prize of $125,000 and the smallest of $3,750.
- Contestants are expected to receive payments within 120 days of participation; however the series ended on September 19.
- Disney is addressing the issue as the domestic licensee for the program and is optimistic about reaching a compensation agreement soon.
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