There have been allegations suggesting that Zak Bagans, the host of Ghost Adventures, played a role in the cancellation of certain paranormal television shows. These claims primarily stem from former collaborators and fellow investigators.
Allegations from Former Colleagues
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Nick Groff, co-creator of Ghost Adventures and host of Paranormal Lockdown, implied that Bagans influenced the cancellation of his show. Groff suggested that internal conflicts and personal disagreements contributed to the show’s end.
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Bill Hartley, a cast member of Ghosts of Shepherdstown, alleged that a prominent figure in the paranormal community, widely interpreted as Bagans, opposed the show’s renewal. Hartley claimed that this individual did not want to be associated with the same network as Groff, leading to the show’s cancellation after two seasons
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Dakota Laden, creator and host of Destination Fear, addressed rumors about Bagans’ involvement in his show’s cancellation. While Laden acknowledged that Bagans did not support his show, he stated that Bagans had no hand in its ending.
Zak Bagans’ Response
Zak Bagans has publicly denied any involvement in the cancellation of other paranormal shows. In a statement on social media, he asserted, “I have and had absolutely nothing to do with any shows being cancelled” .
The Real Reason Paranormal Shows Are Getting Canceled — And It’s Not Zak Bagans
For a long time, fans have blamed Ghost Adventures star Zak Bagans for the cancellation of several paranormal TV shows. But on March 29, paranormal investigator Amy Bruni took to Instagram to shut down those rumors once and for all — and she made it very clear: Zak Bagans did not have shows canceled.
In her own words, Amy said, “I get so exhausted by this rumor that Zak B had paranormal shows canceled because a – that’s not how TV works and it’s just plain wrong.” She explained that television doesn’t work in a way where a single person can decide the fate of multiple shows. It’s much more complicated — and unfortunately, much more troubling.
According to Amy, the real reason your favorite paranormal (and even non-paranormal) reality shows are disappearing is because of corporate decisions at the network and streaming levels. She shared, “It all comes down to people high up in offices who have zero love for what we do, deciding that – regardless of ratings or fandom – these smaller reality shows were not an expense they were willing to shoulder anymore.”
This isn’t just affecting paranormal TV. Amy pointed out that “crew members, editors, etc across the entire reality TV industry are facing unprecedented unemployment levels. Entire production companies have closed.” It’s a bigger, industry-wide issue — not the result of drama between personalities.
Amy also made it clear that she wasn’t defending Zak Bagans personally, but defending the hard work of countless people behind the scenes. She said, “Please, stop suggesting one person took everything we loved and worked years for and shut it down. Because he didn’t.”
Instead of blaming one individual, Amy encouraged fans to support their favorite creators in their independent projects. That’s where the future lies now — not in crying to the networks.
In short: Zak Bagans did not cancel paranormal shows. Corporate decisions, financial cuts, and the shrinking support for reality TV are the real reasons. Amy Bruni and many others in the paranormal community want fans to understand that — and stop spreading rumors that disrespect the work and struggles of so many people.
I watched all the paranormal shows,very educational and explains a lot of information,but shit it’s a total loss,paid extra for there programming,had to cancel them now.And they cancelled all the car shows,was another kick in the nuts.program people just fuck off
The cancellation of any paranormal show breaks my heart as – we the people – learn so much – I have had so many unusual experiences in my home since Katrina – live on the water and everything amped up after that – I think I do not enjoy one or two shows and I blame that on myself as I probably have not properly watched them – thank you for sharing this and glad we still are able to watch you and Adam along with Chip – and to-name a few of my favorites -Kindred Spirits – Dead Files – Portals to Hell – Taps – Destination Fear and several more – please keep doing all that you do and THANK YOU ????✅???? from NewOrleans,La????✅????SCK
Since all of my favorite paranormal shows have been canceled i just canceled the streaming sites like Discovery + that carry those network shows. Best way to voice your disappointment is to boycott those networks.
It is a shame they took all the good shows off and left the worst one on want mention names we all know who it is
I miss so many cancelled shows. If they have thousands of followers what more do you want?
That is so sad that the networks are shutting down the paranormal shows. I was truly hoping, especially your show, would come back.
I just wish they would bring back Ghost Hunters, and Amy and Adam.
IDK, but I get awfully tired of Ghost Adventures on 2 full days every week.
I don’t understand why the good shows are canceled and Zac’s show is still on air. Zac acts like a fool with all the fake drama, making up stories, and if something does happen they all scream like little girls after all these years. It’s the worst.
Destination fear was one of the best paranormal shows out there! What a ashame!
Then why is baggins show the only one they support
Yes, I wholeheartedly agree with Amy! No one person has that kind of power over tv executives etc… Some people don’t like Zak Bagans, a lot do like him. I like him. I may not agree with him on everything, but really now, who ever agrees with everyone? No one. People r made different from others, we all have faults & wonderful qualities ! So people really need to stop, I really mean stop, blaming Zak Bagans for all this. I have loved ALL the paranormal shows & couldn’t wait for each one to come on. Tv executives r pretty naive when it comes to paranormal shows, no matter how long they have been making tv. Tv has been changing for the worse, my opinion, I have always watched & still do watch a lot of tv. However, I have been getting pretty bored about what they have been offering for quite awhile. It’s definetly has been changing & again, my opinion, it’s boring. I miss all my paranormal shows. They all were so different & the diversity was great! So now instead of watching so much tv, with my favorite shows not available, I am now watching a lot more net flix & Hulu. Max is just too expensive. Discovery channel & travel channel used to be my favorite channels. Now all of them want u to pay individually to watch them. That’s greedy, again, my opinion! I know I can’t afford them. Many many people will leave watching tv becuz of these “executives” decisions. Such a shame! But too many people want to try to blame 1 person, meaning Zak Bagans. It’s not just one person. I think Amy expressed & explained what’s happening beautifully & correctly. Stop bad mouthing just 1 person who did not do this!
Cancelled shows are killing my family. We’re crazy right. We watch this type of show 75%
of the time
To say one person can’t get other show axed is false!! If it is famous enough and making them a lot of money yes it can happen
I miss the show so much, your show was the best. You were the only ones that came up with the true answers for the families 🥲🥲🥲🥲
Please try & return, I know so many people that want you back. May God Bless You and Your Family 🙏🙏🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for the explanation. I miss every single one of your shows. It’s always about money and profit for TV shows.
There’s only one paranormal show that I like to watch and that’s the one dealing with the ghost Brothers. I believe they are kind and sincere and they’re actually trying to help people.
I love Amy Bruni and Adam Berry! Their Kindred Spirits show is (was?) so awesome. Their episodes had resolution of a haunted place at the end of each episode. I want those shoes back!