Nick Cannon is in and Will Arnett is out as host of the Fox competition series “Lego Masters” as the series heads into its sixth season.
Cannon already has a perch on Fox as the host of its unscripted hit “The Masked Singer.” “Lego Masters” hails from Endemol Shine North America, Tuesday’s Child and Plan B Entertainment, under license from the LEGO Group. Season 5 premiered in May.
“We’re thrilled to bring ‘Lego Masters’ back for another season,” said Michael Thorn, president of Fox Television Network. “Alongside our incredible creative partners, this beloved series continues to captivate audiences. Originally launched with the wonderful Will Arnett, the show now enters an exciting next chapter with Nick Cannon at the helm, who brings a new fun energy to the competition.”
Endemol Shine North America CEO Sharon Levy called Cannon “a proven entertainer with a fantastic rapport, and we’re eager to witness how his unique style will elevate the competition during the new season,” said Levy. She also saluted Arnett for five seasons of brick-building action.
“Of course, none of this would have been possible without the phenomenal Will Arnett, who guided us through five truly superlative seasons. Will’s comedic brilliance and genuine passion for the show laid the perfect foundation, and we are immensely thankful for his incredible contribution,” Levy said.
“Lego Masters” confirmed that it will film audition episodes for Season 6 at Legoland California Resort in Carlsbad, near San Diego, on June 21 and June 22.
“I’m a huge fan of ‘Lego Masters,’ said Cannon. “It’s an honor to join the series and host another show with my Fox family. Season six we’re bringing an action-packed hour full of family fun, passion and for the first time ever, in-person audition episodes. I can’t wait to see the insane creations and give away a big bag of money to the best of the best.”
“Lego Masters” is executive produced by showrunner Shyam Balsé, Levy and Endemol Shine’s Michael Heyerman, with Karen Smith and Steph Harris from Tuesday’s Child; Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner from Plan B; and Jill Wilfert and Robert May from the Lego Group.
(Pictured: Nick Cannon, Will Arnett)
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