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Tim Allen's 'Shifting Gears' Premieres Amid Zoo's Loss

1/4/2025

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Tim Allen takes center stage in the upcoming ABC sitcom "Shifting Gears," debuting January 8. He portrays a grandfather navigating the quirks of Millennials and Gen Z, humorously tackling generational gaps, especially in texting. Allen also pays tribute to his late producing partner, Brian Reilly, whose unwavering support shaped his journey. In a somber note, the Capron Park Zoo grieves the passing of Nyalla, a beloved 20-year-old African lion.

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Tim Allen takes center stage in the upcoming ABC sitcom "Shifting Gears," debuting January 8. He portrays a grandfather navigating the quirks of Millennials and Gen Z, humorously tackling generational gaps, especially in texting. Allen also pays tribute to his late producing partner, Brian Reilly, whose unwavering support shaped his journey. In a somber note, the Capron Park Zoo grieves the passing of Nyalla, a beloved 20-year-old African lion.