As the coronavirus outbreak turned into a pandemic, cases spread like wildfire across the country and Americans suddenly found themselves facing a new quarantined reality, John Krasinski just wanted some good news.
Okay everyone, what do you say #SomeGoodNews ! Send me the stories that made you feel good this week or the things that just made you smile!
– John Krasinski (@johnkrasinski) March 25, 2020
After an outpouring of responses, the actor known for his role as Jim in “The Office” was inspired to start his own show, inviting Steve Carell to mark the show’s 15th anniversary.
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“It simply came to our notice then. Why not us, the world? Why not now? So, ladies and gentlemen, this is your fault and this is SGN. I’m John Krasinski and, if it’s not clear yet, I have no idea what to do “, said the host in the first episode.
Over seven episodes, Krasinski spoke with the cast of Hamilton, Billie Eilish, Jonas Brothers, Chance the Rapper, Oprah, Martha Stewart, Guy Fieri and others. But perhaps the most significant guests were ordinary Americans, from children to first-class workers, making a difference during the pandemic.
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But, like all good things, the Good News show ended in May, and the actor “Jack Ryan” had to return to work. So Krasinski sold the idea to CBS, it seems that after a massive bidding war, remaining as executive producer, but not as host.
Wow who can believe when we started this together, we all just wanted the good news to be more fully represented in our daily lives. And now? You are literally the good news! Thanks to you, SGN is still alive, joining the ranks of this historical news network! See you soon! https://t.co/gB3CSBHwjv
– John Krasinski (@johnkrasinski) May 22, 2020
Not all his fans were happy, and some accused him of being a soldier.
You have to love yourself when what seemed like an act of goodwill during a pandemic can be auctioned off to the highest bidder.
Mmmmm taste that sweet sweet capitalism. https://t.co/BSS4BZTmga
– Iubitule, I Shrunk Nathan Hartman (@somestuffisaid) May 21, 2020
“It was one of those things that I planned to do eight of them during quarantine, because I have these other things that I have to do very soon – like Jack Ryan and everything else,” Krasinski said. on Instagram Live. “Moreover, writing, directing and producing all these things, along with a few of my friends, have been so much. I knew it would not be sustainable with my previous commitments. “
But Krasinski could not stay away too long. On December 20, he released a holiday special with weather from George Clooney, a message from Justin Timberlake, as well as from Dwayne Johnson as “Dwanta Claus.” The episode highlighted the news about the good deeds that users shared on social networks with the hashtag “Some good news”, as well as a thank you to the essential and frontline workers and a special surprise for Jay Abel, a widowed father who sold own collections to buy their children Christmas gifts.
@Stone Hi Rock! I’m like your biggest fan! Could I use your help, please. I’m trying to raise some money so I can give my kids a Christmas this year. If it’s not too much to ask, please think about retweeting this, please. Thanks Uhttps: //t.co/X84mxELnQ1
– Jays Nerdy Life (@JaysNerdyLife) December 10, 2020
Dwanta Claus came to town on time to prevent Abel from parting with his belongings and to bring his children presents on their wish lists.
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