Brian Frons Comments On SoapNet Shutting Down.

Head of ABC daytime Brian Frons was interviewed by TVGuide's Michael Logan. In this interview he makes a few interesting comments which are sure to be a good read to all soapfans.

Here is a quick bit from this exclusive interview-

What does the end of SOAPnet mean to the future of the ABC soaps?
We want the fans to know that we remain committed to All My Children, One Life to Live and General Hospital and that this in no way impacts their future. These soaps were on the air 30 to 40 years before SOAPnet came along and they will continue long after SOAPnet ends. ...we can survive without SOAPnet. What has happened here is no surprise.

What’s your forecast for the soaps themselves? Will AMC, OLTL and GH still be here in two years? In five years?
I certainly think they will be here in two years and I certainly hope they’ll be here in five years.

All three?
Yes, all three.

To read the whole interview click here.

Mickey Mouse Kicks SoapNet Out In Favor Of Disney Junior!

It's the moment we all feared would happen. Disney has announced that in 2012 Brian Frons will no longer be helming Soapnet, as Soapnet goes dark in favor of the currently titled kids channel Disney Junior.

I cannot say I am shocked by this move. Kids programming is what Disney should be targeting, and a Nick Jr. type channel fits. With that said I know I personally will miss Soapnet, and I hope that some other network will come and pick up the pieces.

Do you think this is the end of Soaps on cable? Is there hope left? Also do you agree with the move to kill off soapnet? Let me hear your thoughts in the comments below.