Quaid, who has been promoting his mini-series for months, made the announcement during an interview, stating, “I’ll take it to a respectable network.” His remarks come amid growing concerns over ABC’s internal management, with the actor alluding to the fact that Muir, one of the network’s most prominent figures, has yet to face any public discipline over recent controversies.
Sources close to the actor suggest that Quaid’s decision was not made lightly. The mini-series, which was set to be a major part of ABC’s fall lineup, has been in development for over a year. However, ongoing frustrations with how the network has handled certain high-profile incidents, particularly involving its news division, led to Quaid’s withdrawal.
While Quaid didn’t go into detail, his comments suggest that there has been growing dissatisfaction with ABC’s leadership and its approach to holding moderators accountable. The fact that David Muir remains in good standing, despite calls for action, appears to have been a tipping point.
