TLC Cancels 'All-American Muslim'

Series that spurred controversy will not return for season two

By Andrea Morabito -- Broadcasting & Cable, 3/7/2012 5:03:25 PM

TLC has opted not to pick up a second season of docuseries All-American Muslim, a network spokesperson confirmed Wednesday.

The series about five Muslim families living in Michigan premiered well last November to 1.7 million viewers, but drew protests for its portrayal of the Muslim community from the Florida Family Association, who encouraged advertisers to boycott the show.

Hardware retailer Lowe's obliged and the ensuing controversy didn't help the series' ratings, which sunk to 617,000 viewers for its finale on Dec. 18.

The Detroit Free Press first reported the news.