Fox network and the producers of "Glee" have announced that the fifth season series premiere of the hit musical series will be delayed following the sudden death of its young and beloved star Cory Monteith, who was found dead July 13 in Canada.
A statement, according to ABC news, said that "in light of the tragic passing," production on the series would be delayed until August.
The fifth season premiere, which had been scheduled for Sept. 19, will now begin one week later on Sept. 26. No further information was announced.
The 31-year-old Monteith played the role of Finn Hudson.
PHOTO SPECIAL: A Tribute to Cory Monteith; The "Glee" Years
PHOTO SPECIAL: A Tribute to Cory Monteith; The "Glee" Years
Cory Monteith, who played heartthrob Finn Hudson on the Fox hit musical series "Glee," died July 13 at the age of 31. An actor with numerous screen credits, he rose to fame for his performance on "Glee." Playbill.com remembers Monteith with this collection of photos from the show. Read the Playbill.com story.
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Season One
The cast of "Glee" sings the national anthem at the World Series
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Monteith with Lea Michele and Dianna Agron
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Lea Michele and Cory Monteith
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Cory Monteith and cast learn a new song
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Patrick Gallagher, Cory Monteith and Matthew Morrison
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Betty Buckley, Matthew Broderick, André De Shields, Jane Krakowski, Patti LuPone, Donna Murphy, and Lillias White will also be part of The York Theatre Company benefit.
