Critically recognized series canceled after a season. The creator ‘shocked, heartbred’ and ‘confused’.

It was one of the true gems of the fall -TV season.

The story of an airport worker who survived an experience almost-death and promised to change his life laid the reason for a compelling comedy with a lot of heart.

Critics agreed and the show received several award nominations that reflect the hot reception.

But that did not prevent the comedy from getting canceled.

Hulu series “How to die alone“Hair not been renewed In another season, Variety reported Tuesday.

Disney’s Onyx Collective – Founded in 2021 with focus on TV and film from Creators of color For Hulu – produced the show, which debuted in September with eight episodes.

“I am Shocked, Heart Bridge and honestly, confused The onyx has decided not to get on with another season of ‘How to Die Alone’, the “Series creator and Star Natasha Rothwell said in a statement. “This is a tough reality to accept because the show is an undeniable critical, creative and award -winning success.”

Rothwell plays Mel or Melissa, John F. Kennedy International Airport employee in the center of the show, nominated for Best Ensemble Cast in a new screenplay series at Independent Spirit Awards. At the NAACP Image Awards, the show is nominated for unique comedy series, and Rothwell is nominated for unique actress in a comedy series.

She said she hopes the series will still have a future.

“This show took me eight years to bring to life, and if there is one thing I’ve learned in that time, it’s resilience,” Rothwell, 44, said in the statement. “I’m not giving up. My team and I are committed to finding ‘How to Die Alone’ a new home because stories like this matter. ‘

“Now, more than ever, TV is reinforcing previously unheard of voices, and it prioritizes hiring and casting decisions that precisely reflect the diversity of the world,” she continued. “Representation is not just about visibility – it is about ensuring that our stories, our existence and our cultural contributions are not deleted.

“As Maya Angelou said so wisely, ‘You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeat so you can know who you are, what you can travel from, how you can still get out of it. ‘

“We are rising. And we’re not done. “

Rothwell participated in the Hulu series along with Conrad Ricamora (Rory), Jocko Sims (Alex) and Keilyn Durrel Jones (Terrance).

The actor, the writer and the producer are also known to be part of the Hit HBO series “The white lotus“And can be seen in the coming Third seasonthat premieres 16 February.

Rothwell was nominated for an Emmy to play White Lotus Spa Manager Belinda Lindsey In what was meant to be a limited series that was put on an exclusive resort in Hawaii that became the first season of the show. The wild popularity of the emmy-winning Mike White The series further propelled “White Lotus” seasons set in other holiday destinations. The third season takes place in Thailand and the show has already been renewed in a fourth season.

Rothwell, who started his career writing to “Saturday Night Live”, played Kelli Prenny at HBOS “Uncertain“To write and instruct for the recognized Issa Rae Series, which ran five seasons from 2016 to 2021. Her movie credits include “Wonka” (2023) and “Sonic the Hedgehog 3 ″ (2024).

She shared the story of the variation of “How to Dying Alone” on Instagram, where she further commented on the cancellation.

“This is hard to understand,” Rothwell said. “My heart is sorry for the incredible crew, crew and writers who gave everything to tell this story. I am so grateful to have had this opportunity and appreciate all the love and support given me and the show. Now my prayer is that this news will only be a comma in the HTDA story, not a period of time. Further. “