- More trouble for Discovery Communications (DISCA -0.5%) at TLC, its second-biggest network, after it pulls all episodes of 19 Kids and Counting from its schedule following its star's admission of child molestation.
- The show is one of the biggest brands at the "troubled" network -- just as was Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, before it was canceled after allegations also related to child molestation.
- After refusing comment yesterday, TLC issued a statement late today: "Effective immediately, TLC has pulled all episodes of 19 Kids and Counting currently from the air. We are deeply saddened and troubled by this heartbreaking situation, and our thoughts and prayers are with the family and victims at this difficult time."
- The show is in its 15th season and has been on the air since 2008. Amid a storm of criticism, TLC aired a marathon of the show last night.
- TLC is received in 94M U.S. households.