NEW YORK – The TLC network says it is canceling “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo,” its colorful series about a young beauty pageant contestant.

TLC would not explain why the series was being shelved. But this week TMZ reported that the girl’s mother, June Shannon, was in a relationship with a man who was convicted of child molestation.

In a statement, TLC said that “supporting the health and welfare of these remarkable children is our only priority.”

Filming had been completed for a new season that was set to begin airing this year.


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