John Krasinski Branded 'Sell-Out' After He Sells Some Good News To CBS

John Krasinski faces backlash

John Krasinski has been branded a, 'sell-out,' after he sold his YouTube series Some Good News to ViacomCBS.

The actor faced backlash after he announced the news on Instagram over the weekend.

 

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‪Wow! Can’t believe we’re coming to episode 8 of 8! No words for how much these episodes have meant to me! BUT just because the show is taking a break doesn’t mean #SGN ever does! This week we look back at all that we’ve created...TOGETHER! So send me your favorite #SGN memories!‬ 📸 @mortalartistry

A post shared by John Krasinski (@johnkrasinski) on May 12, 2020 at 3:35pm PDT

The A Quiet Place director started the series with the intention of lifting spirits amid the pandemic.

During his time hosting the show, he's highlighted some incredible stories and even officiated a wedding.

Krasinski also surprised fans by introducing them to their favourite stars.

 

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Well... this sums it all up! HUGE thank you to our #HealthcareHeroes and to the @redsox and @att for making episode 3 of @somegoodnews such a special one! Link to full video in bio!

A post shared by John Krasinski (@johnkrasinski) on Apr 13, 2020 at 3:45pm PDT

The big move to CBS

It was announced over the weekend that Krasinski had sold the series to ViacomCBS.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, he'll no longer host the show but instead, will act as an executive producer.

A new host is expected to be announced at a later date.

 

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Wow!! Totally blown away by the response to #SGN !  Thank you thank you... But hey, you guys did this!! So you keep sending me #SomeGoodNews and making me smile... and I'll keep trying to return the favor!  Pass it on! Link to show in bio! Also... yup #MegaDesk

A post shared by John Krasinski (@johnkrasinski) on Mar 30, 2020 at 9:20am PDT

Krasinski said he's very, 'excited and proud to be partnering with CBS/Viacom.'

As quoted by THR, he added, 'From the first episode, our goal was to create a news show dedicated entirely to good news.'

'Never did I expect to be joining the ranks of such a historic news organisation as CBS.'

 

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Your mid-scroll reminder that YOU are the good in the world. 🌎 Photo: @canvastaleskw

A post shared by Some Good News (@somegoodnews) on May 23, 2020 at 2:53pm PDT

Backlash

Krasinski has been facing serious backlash from online fans, accusing him of, 'selling out.'

Upset SGN viewers have flooded the comments section of his announcement post on Instagram.

One fan wrote, 'it's a shame that this lovely feel good show during the pandemic has been turned for a corporate profit.'

 

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Wow who can believe when we started this thing together we all just wanted good news to be more fully represented in our everyday lives. And now? You quite literally ARE the good news! Thanks to you, SGN lives on, joining the ranks of the historic @cbsnews network! See you all soon!

A post shared by John Krasinski (@johnkrasinski) on May 22, 2020 at 8:58am PDT

Another social media user wrote, 'Way to sellout to the highest bidder, John!'

While another said, 'John's not gonna be the host anymore. I'm sorry but he totally sold out.'

'It beats the purpose of what the show was supposed to be if it's highly produced, no john, and is on a huge network'

So he made 8 YouTube videos comprised largely of unpaid contributions from fans, sold the brand to a major conglomerate, and isn't even going to make it anymore? Just cashed out? Does this rub anyone else the wrong way, kinda? https://t.co/7OlRIouJKM

— Lon Harris (@Lons) May 22, 2020

Yep, money buys everyone. That's not some good news. It breaks my heart. @somegoodnews You could have made a difference @johnkrasinski https://t.co/EXL2Dut6xL

— Huxley (@Bola_antiestres) May 25, 2020

John hasn't yet responded to the backlash.