CEO of Great American Family Clarifies Candace Cameron Bure's Role in Network
Great American Family CEO Bill Abbott has stated that actress Candace Cameron Bure, the company's chief content officer, does not speak for the entire network. While Abbott supports Bure's views on keeping "traditional marriage at the core" of their films, he clarified that she does not represent the network's official stance. Abbott also expressed hesitation about portraying LGBTQ romances on-screen, citing the focus on profitability and success. Bure had previously left the Hallmark Channel to join Great American Family, citing a desire to tell stories with more meaning and purpose.