Fitch is about to stir things up for Ben and Danny where Riley is concerned... Season 2 of Baby Daddy will premiere on ABC Family on Wednesday, May 29th at 8.30/7.30c, kicking off with Episode 1: I'm Not That Guy followed by Episode 2: There's Something Fitchy Going On.
The Dig, a short film directed by Ben Barnes,
is currently in post-production and the editing is almost done! Ben
was kind enough to share this killer shot (pun intended) of bad-boy Matt
in action, saying: "Dude'll straight up kill you."
Still of Matt Dallas in action...
The film was shot in February this year in Los Angeles. At this time, we have been given no details about the film's release. Like so many short indie films, availability tends to be exclusively through film festivals and limited or private screenings. However, we are hopeful for digital availability at some point in the future.
Blue and Matt (affectionately known to us as 'Blatt') announced their engagement in January and when asked about the wedding plans by E! online, Matt said:
"We're both like the most easy going [guys]. For us, it's more about just having a celebration and throwing a party. Yeah, so no stressing out and getting crazy about wedding plans."
Photos: Matt Dallas/Blue Hamilton (Instagram) and Axelle/Bauer-Griffin
"Canceled. I am so sorry." It was on this day in 2009 when that succinct message hit the inbox of one of our admins after a desperate last-ditch attempt by Kyle XY cast members appealing to fans to help increase audience figures when the show had only just begun its Season 3 run on ABC Family. Unfortunately, the threat of cancellation came too suddenly — and too late — for word to spread effectively to the wider TV-watching world.
Season 3 had been written with the confident anticipation that a Season 4 would be forthcoming. Disastrously, the ABC Family executives' decision to cancel came too late in the production process for the writers to complete the show's various story arcs, leaving characters and plot flailing, beached by rising production costs and an ebbing target audience. The series finale, which was written as a season finale, ended on a terrible cliffhanger and left a bitter taste in the mouths of all who invested so much in the show — fans, cast and crew alike.
In the four years since the cancellation, Kyle XY's international syndication has seen it aired in over 60 countries, and each time the dreaded final episode ends there follows a whole new wave of confused and angry viewers, desperately groping in the dark for answers and news of the next season...and falling into the same pit of despair as many before them when realizing there will never be a return on their considerable emotional investment. The show is canceled. No more episodes. Period.
Famous Kyle XY promo image (ABC Family)
It was extraordinary that ABC Family's flagship show, the one that put it firmly on the cable map, should be thrown away so unexpectedly and cruelly. There have since been numerous campaigns by fans to bring Kyle XY back - or to, at least, be appeased by a wrap-up feature length episode. None of the campaigning has ever succeeded in moving the ABC Family executives (or any other studio/TV company) into backing further episodes, or commissioning a wrap-up movie. Why? There are several reasons, actually, some of which would not be helpful to discuss.
Kyle X-Why?
The only reason that really needs to be voiced is that it was a business decision. Even though we'd all love there to be some kind of contractual clause when commissioning a new show, that it should be accorded a proper ending in the event of cancellation, TV companies are businesses first and foremost. If the show is not performing well enough to suit the people who budget, market and plan ahead, then it is bad business to continue with it.
Famous Kyle XY promo image (ABC Family)
In the case of Kyle XY the
production costs were relatively high and included huge initial outlay for one of the smartest, slickest promotional campaigns for a cable show that would have given any major network a run for its money: "Who is Kyle XY?" Massive
billboards across the country bearing our bellybuttonless hero, endless
industry magazine ads,
TV trailers, interviews, trade show promotions — even skywriting! The
show's premiere brought in the viewers by the millions. Season 1 was
received so well that on the back of it 23 episodes were commissioned
for the second season.
There were problems, however. Notwithstanding a general writers strike, Kyle XY began to move in and out of its original target audience, in and out of genres, and the writers meandered in and out of clear story development at certain points. In many ways, the show completely outgrew the viewership for which it was created, signaling a decline in audience figures. Bottom line in broadcasting: if people aren't tuning in (for whatever reason), there is little justification for continuing to pour valuable resources (i.e. money) into producing more of it. Kyle XY's ship was sinking under the weight of its own costs with decreasing viewers to bail it out. Its parent, ABC Family, needed to divert resources into programming that fell more in line with its financial and demographic targets. Bye-bye flagship Kyle XY...
We can all argue, especially with the benefit of hindsight, that ABC Family made a huge mistake and could have handled the dwindling ratings and spiraling costs differently. However, we cannot turn back the clock and undo that which has already been done. Like many of the painful lessons Kyle himself had to endure, we must learn to let go of things (and people) we love and move on.
Kyle waves goodbye. (ABC Family)
Can the show be saved?
In a nutshell, unlikely. We, here at Matt Dallas World, are continually bombarded with cries to save the show. Sadly, we have to admit that we do not have that power and influence — and, most importantly, neither do the cast members, writers or production team. The only thing we all have to offer to the confused and angry fans, both new and old, is our empathy. There is nothing we (or the cast and crew) can do, particularly when appeals to bring the show back fall on deaf executive ears.
Always and forever
There is no denying that Kyle XY was (and is) an absolute joy of a show, with moments of sublime insight offset by the most engaging performances by a completely dedicated cast. There will never be another show quite like it, with its ability to transcend genres and age groups, and its uncanny ability to provoke deep emotional and philosophical responses in those of us who saw its worth and forgave its flaws. Special praise goes out to our Matt, of course, for bringing the character of Kyle to life and allowing us to see our own strengths and weaknesses through his eyes.
It is with sadness that we must lay Kyle XY to rest for so many of you, but as long as you continue to watch the re-runs, buy the DVDs, talk about the story, write the fan fictions, and remember the amazing combination of people that brought it all to life, the show will never end.
Questions answered, the future revealed
Finally, for those of you who are still wondering where the story was heading, you can read the interview with writer/producer, Julie Plec, where she answers a lot of the questions left open by the cancellation, in Kyle XY: Beginnings and Endings (translate tool available).
Alternatively, some questions are answered for you in the Kyle XY: Future Revealed videos below:
On the evening of January 6th, 2013 Matt Dallas (Kyle XY, Beauty & The Briefcase, Naughty Or Nice) posted a photograph via Twitter, along with one of the most significant announcements of his life:
In less than 140 characters, Matt not only introduced — and publicly declared his love for — his significant other, but eloquently obliterated unwelcome, unnecessary (and often offensive) speculation about his own sexual orientation.
Though describing himself as a "home renovator, equal rights advocate, marijuana supporter, hate hater, and peace pontificator", Blue is first and foremost a musician. He forged a career as a music publishing executive (signing artists such as Katy Perry and Semi Precious Weapons) and is an extremely accomplished singer and songwriter in his own right. His artistic sensibility, sense of adventure, love of the outdoors, passion for canines, good looks and fabulous sense of humor are just a few of the traits that make Blue such a perfect match for Matt.
May they share a long and happy life, brimming with love, health and infinite reasons for us to continue being proud of them beyond words.
Blue's music
You can hear Blue's latest tunes below from his recently released EP RadioFlyer
A moody California Tuesday: Matt's view from the location's
'production hangar' (via his Twitter).
Matt Dallasis currently involved with another indie film called 1%ers (One Percenters). He broke silence and shared his first photo from the set via Twitter (see below) with the caption "A Tuesday at the office #onepercentersmovie."
This short film is being directed by Francesca de Sola (who also wrote
it) and includes real bikers (The Mongols), a helicopter...and the amazing Michelle Rodriguez
and Jaime King! Until the production team gives the go-ahead for more
publicity, details about the movie (synopsis, characters/production team
details, project history, distribution plans etc) can be found in the Investors Prospectus. We will also post updates via this blog, our Website, Twitter and Facebook Page as and when...
Matt captured on set by Chanel Raisin (via Instagram)
1%ers A famous actress and
her co-star break away from their Hollywood bubble to a locals bar in
pursuit of something ‘real’. Things take a dark and violent turn when
they clash with a group of bikers. Synopsis Set in Palm Springs , 1%ers is
a story about “Hollywood,” and the surreal world inhabited by OLIVIA, a
famous movie star whose glamorous life has been turned upside down
following a recent crisis on set. 1%ers is also the story of the
collision between two subcultures which society allows to operate
outside the rules followed by the other 99%: Celebrities and the
Mongols, a one-percenter motorcycle club. Olivia arrives in Palm Springs
to attend a press junket promoting her latest film, and becomes
disinterested in the world she inhabits. She runs into TATIANA, another
actress who co-starred alongside her in the film.
After the junket,
Olivia and Tatiana ditch the scheduled diner at Morton’s, and head out
to get drinks on their own away from typical Hollywood society. They set
out to find something fresh and real, and ask their driver to bring
them to a local dive bar, just outside of Palm Springs. Olivia and
Tatiana are thrilled when they find themselves at a genuine Mongols
motorcycle bar. They assume fake names and dive into their characters in
this new world, where they are invited to buy into a poker game. When
Olivia wins using a trick she learned on set, the situation becomes
increasingly dangerous, as both the girls and the 1%ers cross boundaries
in ways they could never have foreseen. Olivia is triggered to “break
character”, and take drastic action. The incident blurs the lines of
identity and reality leaving Olivia unclear as to what is truly real.
PRINCIPAL CREW WRITER/DIRECTOR Francesca de Sola PRODUCER Alex Keyes PRODUCER Oscar Hernandez CONSULTING PRODUCER Shruti Ganguly CO-PRODUCER Austin SepulvedaASSOC. PRODUCER Marissa Diaz DP Danny Vecchione
PROJECT DETAILS LOCATION Los Angeles GENRE Satire/Action-Comedy LENGTH 12 min FORMAT HD Digital/Color ASPECT RATIO 2.4 Anamorphic/Stereo CAST OLIVIA Michelle Rodriguez TATIANA Jaime King PRODUCTION SCHEDULE PRE-PRODUCTION Aug-Dec 2012
PRODUCTION Dec 7-19, 2012 POST-PRODUCTION Jan-May 2013
Matt Dallas and longtime friend — and Kyle XY co-star— April Matson will be joining empathic intuitive and spiritual medium, Pamela Beaty, on her Why Am I F'd Up? online radio showon Tuesday, December 4th at 9pm (Pacific) when they'll be discussing (among other fascinating things) the subject of spiritual connection.
You can listen to the show live, and even call Pamela on 818-533-1744 to participate with the discussion or ask relevant questions. Don't worry if you miss the live broadcast either, as a podcast will be available via the website and the show's iTunes page a day or two later.
