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ABC is moving forward with Supermanny, a male-based spinoff of reality show Supernanny.
A back-door pilot will air in the autumn, retaining a similar format to the original but replacing British nanny Jo Frost with Chicago child therapist Mike Ruggles.
Executive producer Nick Emmerson told The Hollywood Reporter: "With a guy, he can connect with dads in a different kind of way. It's really powerful stuff."
He continued: "It feels different to have a guy come in to work with your kids. A woman has a woman's touch, and people are more accepting and ready for her advice. We had to find the right person who has real authority and a gentle touch as well."
ABC is to broadcast the pilot in the 9pm, Friday Supernanny timeslot.
