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ABC moves forward with 'Supermanny'

Published Wednesday, Aug 20 2008, 10:28 BST | By Simon Reynolds
ABC moves forward with 'Supermanny'
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.
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