FACTZ broke the story last week, and now it’s official – ABC has cut their Red Carpet for their upcoming Upfronts.

Now the talent is backing out. The Bear cast has officially backed out, and more stars are also planning on backing out. ABC is now re-doing its presentation and has brought in Ryan Seacrest to help bring some star power and guide the presentation.

Jimmy Kimmel was originally planning to be a part of it, but FACTZ has learned that he may pre-record a piece for the presentation.

FACTZ broke the story that ABC was leaning towards going away from the red carpet due to the writer’s strike. Now, FOX has told their talent not to travel, and Netflix has canceled their Upfronts, going towards a virtual presentation direction. This is huge news in the business side of television, as this event is the one that helps bring in advertisers for their new programs.

The writer’s strike is hurting the business and the networks that spent a lot of money to lure in these potential advertisers.