Lifetime move came in part because Runway's producers were irritated by Bravo's copying of its format

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Project Runway 's shocking defection to Lifetime was prompted in part due to its producers discontent with Bravo's carbon copying of the format the show pioneered. Unless NBC Universal's lawsuit changes things, the show will air three seasons this year, which is unprecedented. Project Runway 5 will tape in June and debut during the summer, concluding after Fashion Week in the fall, similar ... [link]

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Published 4/9/2008 by John at TiFaux
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