Los Angeles Netflix develops Ashley Tisdale comedy
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Netflix is developing a half‑hour scripted comedy series titled “Toxic Moms,” starring and executive produced by Ashley Tisdale. The project is based on Tisdale’s January 2026 essay in The Cut, “Breaking Up with My Toxic Mom Group,” in which she described feeling ostracized and bullied within a social circle of Hollywood mothers after the birth of her daughter, Jupiter, in 2021. Writer and comedian Sabrina Jalees is creating the series, while Ali Wong is attached as an executive producer and is being considered to direct the pilot if a full series order is granted. All three will serve as executive producers under Netflix’s development deal.
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Timeline
- 2021 Tisdale welcomes first daughter Jupiter
- 2021 New mother joins local Hollywood mom group
- During COVID-19 pandemic mothers share experiences
- Later group dynamic allegedly becomes hostile, exclusionary
- January 2026 Essay on toxic mom group published
- January 2026 Piece in The Cut gains attention
- Recently Netflix begins developing Toxic Moms comedy
- Currently Wong considered to direct potential pilot
Why it matters
"Toxic Moms" could be a relatable watch for many. It's about navigating motherhood and social pressures. If you've ever felt judged or excluded in a group, this show might resonate. Keep an eye out for its release on Netflix.
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