'My Name Is Earl' not returning

A spokesperson for Twentieth Century Fox has confirmed that My Name Is Earl will definitely not return.

The comedy series was cancelled by NBC last month, but it was proposed that the show may be picked up by another network.

However, a studio representative has said that this is not the case.

An official statement read: "While we had hoped to find a way to produce additional episodes for TBS, in the final analysis we simply could not make the economics work without seriously undermining the artistic integrity of the series.

"As none of us, [series creator] Greg [Garcia] included, want the show to go out on anything but a high note, we regret that we must put to rest any speculation that Earl will continue.

"We are grateful to everyone at TBS for their enthusiasm for the series and wish to offer our heartfelt thanks to the cast and crew of My Name Is Earl for their incredible work."