“How to Die Alone,” canceled by Hulu after one season: Natasha Rothwell’s comedy series was supported by Onyx Collective
The comedy series “How to Die Alone,” created and starring Natasha Rothwell, has been canceled by Hulu after one season.
The show was part of the Onyx Collective, which promotes projects created by communities of color and underrepresented groups under Disney. Onyx ordered “How to Die Alone” to series in November 2022 ahead of a September 2024 release.
Natasha Rothwell made an emotional statement on the cancellation of “How to Die Alone”, which received tremendous praise from critics
In a statement to Variety, Natasha Rothwell said she was “shocked, heartbroken, and astonished” by Onyx Collective’s decision. While sources close to the studio say viewership was not high enough to revive “How to Die Alone,” Rothwell called it “an undeniable critical, creative, and award-winning success.”.
The series received a rating of 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, and Variety’s review described it as “masterfully crafted,” with Rothwell’s acting being called “impeccable.”. “How to Die Alone” also won the Independent Spirit Award for ensemble cast in a new scripted series and has also earned three nominations at the NAACP Image Awards.
Natasha Rothwell’s new move: Preparing to sell “How to Die Alone” to other platforms
In her statement, Natasha Rothwell revealed that she is working towards selling “How to Die Alone” to other platforms. She also said, “Representation is more than just visibility; it’s about ensuring that our stories, our presence, and our cultural contributions are never erased.”
“How to Die Alone”: Natalie Rothwell Plays a Unique and Inspiring Role
As stated in the official logline, “How to Die Alone” stars Natasha Rothwell as Mel, a helpless, overweight, and black JFK airport employee who has never known love and has given up on life. But after an unexpected death encounter, she embarks on a journey to fly and give life a new direction. The series also stars Conrad Ricamora, Jocko Sims, and Katelyn Durrell Jones. Rothwell serves as executive producer under her Big Hattie Productions and co-showrunner Vera Santamaria under her Welcome Stranger banner along with Desiree Akhavan and Jude Weng.
Natasha Rothwell: A Multi-Talented Performer and Producer
Natasha Rothwell is best known for her role as Belinda on HBO’s popular series “The White Lotus,” where she earned an Emmy nomination for her stellar performance in Season 1. She will also reprise her role in Season 3 of the show, which premieres February 16. Additionally, Rothwell played Kelly on “Insecure,” wrote and directed, and has written for “Saturday Night Live.” Her multifaceted talents and contributions have made her a strong and influential voice in the industry.
Onyx Collective’s groundbreaking projects: A step towards social change
In addition to “How to Die Alone,” Onyx Collective has produced a number of impactful and thought-provoking projects. These include groundbreaking projects like “The 1619 Project” and “Reasonable Doubt,” as well as the comedy series “Daily Boys” and the documentary “Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius).” The brand has previously brought audiences shows like “The Other Black Girl” and “Unprisoned,” which not only entertain but also spark important conversations in society. Onyx Collective has always worked towards bringing the voices of people of color and underrepresented communities to the forefront in an authentic way.
Rothwell’s emotional statement: Reflecting on the future of “How to Die Alone”
Onyx’s decision to call off a second season of “How to Die Alone” left me in deep shock. To be honest, I am completely surprised and saddened by it. This show has been a critical, creative, and awards success, and the decision to move on is extremely difficult.
For me, the journey of bringing this show to life has been eight years of hard work. The biggest thing I have learned along the way is resilience. Every step of the way I haven’t backed down, and I still won’t give up. My entire team and I are committed to taking this show to a new home because stories like this are so important to our society.
The Real Transformation of Television: Powerful Quotes from Natasha Rothwell
Nowadays, television works to elevate voices that were previously unheard and accurately reflect the diversity of the world through its casting and hiring decisions. This is the need of the hour! Representation is not just visibility but also the proper respect for our stories, our existence, and our cultural contributions, so that they are not lost.
As Maya Angelou said, “You may fall many times, but never give up. Failure makes you understand who you are, what you can rise above, and how you can overcome adversity.”
We keep moving forward. Our journey is not over yet.
