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Kathy Bates Slams NBC for Dismissing Older Audiences

9/11/2025

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Kathy Bates expressed frustration over NBC's cancellation of her series, Harry’s Law, despite strong ratings, citing poor performance with younger viewers.
She criticized the network for dismissing older audiences, stating, “They treated us like sh*t.”
Bates views her success with CBS's Matlock, which attracted nearly 16 million viewers, as redemption.
At 77, she became the oldest nominee for Outstanding Lead Actress at the Emmys, celebrating her age as a "badge of honor."
Bates highlights that success demonstrates the importance of stories for older audiences.

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Kathy Bates expressed frustration over NBC's cancellation of her series, Harry’s Law, despite strong ratings, citing poor performance with younger viewers.
She criticized the network for dismissing older audiences, stating, “They treated us like sh*t.”
Bates views her success with CBS's Matlock, which attracted nearly 16 million viewers, as redemption.
At 77, she became the oldest nominee for Outstanding Lead Actress at the Emmys, celebrating her age as a "badge of honor."
Bates highlights that success demonstrates the importance of stories for older audiences.