Gail Lerner Fired From Her Own NBC Comedy ‘Newlyweds’

Live Feed Home TV TV News The series hasn't even debuted yet. Left to right: Tim Daly as James, Bill O'Neill as Arvid, Al Madrigal as Dan, Ignacio Diaz-Silverio as Lolo, Tea Leoni as Jeanie, Emma Meisel as Poppy in 'Newlyweds.' Nicole Weingart/NBC Logo text Gail Lerner has been fired from her own NBC sitcom, Newlyweds, ahead of its premiere. In an Instagram post, Lerner says the reason she was given was “creative differences.” She called Newlyweds “the most joyous TV experience of my life.” Lerner posted: “Hey Friends, Here’s the good news: I couldn’t be more proud of the new sitcom Newlyweds that I created with the singular Jamie Lee Curtis. Premieres 10/23! Here’s the bad news: I got fired off it today. The reason I’ve been given is “creative differences.” The cloudy part: I’m so sad to be separated from the most joyous TV experience of my life. The cast, crew, and writers are unparalleled. The silver lining: the first six episodes were made under my leadership, and I wouldn’t change a thing. No one knows what’s going to happen in our meshuganah business, but I predict this show’s gonna be a barn burner. Please check out the first six (and beyond!). If you like them, please let me know! If you don’t, keep it to yourself. Sending all my love and hopes for a long and happy run to everyone who gave their talent and open hearts to make this happen. As my dear friend @courtneyaltonlilly told me, better to die on your feet than live on your knees. Love from your friend on her feet.” Lerner is a veteran producer. Her credits include Black-ish and its spinoff Mixed-ish, as well as Will & Grace, Happy Endings and Ugly Betty. More to come. THR Newsletters Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day Subscribe Sign Up