Nickelodeon Announces Two New Rob Dyrdek-Produced Series
Crashletes, Viral Sports Clip Series, to Be Hosted by
New England Patriots’ Rob Gronkowski
Jagger Eaton’s Mega Life is a Docu-Series
Starring Teen Skateboard Sensation Eaton
Both Series Executive Produced by Dyrdek and Shane Nickerson of
Superjacket Productions
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nickelodeon
announced today two new sports-themed series from production partners
Rob Dyrdek and Shane Nickerson of Superjacket Productions (Fantasy
Factory, Ridiculousness): Crashletes, a new viral sports clip
series hosted by New England Patriots Super Bowl XLIX Champion and Pro
Bowl tight end Rob Gronkowski; and Jagger Eaton’s Mega Life
(working title), an action-packed docu-series that follows 15-year-old
skateboarding phenom Eaton as he skates around the world and hangs out
with his idols. Both series will be in production for 20 episodes each
and will premiere later this year.
“Nick has a long history in kid reality beginning with game shows like Double
Dare and Legends of the Hidden Temple,” said Cyma Zarghami,
President, Viacom Kids and Family Group. “Crashletes and Jagger
Eaton allow us to connect the audience via real and authentic people
and a different kind of storytelling that is fresh and exciting.”
“Partnering with Nickelodeon allows me to share my passion for sports
and pop culture with kids and families in creative and innovative ways,”
said Dyrdek. “With Gronk’s fun, big personality and Jagger’s relatable,
youthful insight, Crashletes and Mega Life will resonate
with sports fans and kids alike.”
Crashletes will feature guest personalities from the worlds of
sports and entertainment, along with the funniest, craziest viral sports
clips and user-generated content from around the world. As host,
Gronkowski will offer funny commentary on the clips, alongside his
co-hosts and guest stars. Jagger Eaton’s Mega Life follows the
adventures of teen skateboarder Eaton as he shows viewers what it’s like
to spend a day in the shoes of people who are pushing boundaries, living
their lives without limits and inspiring others to do the same.
Crashletes and Jagger Eaton’s Mega Life are the latest
Dyrdek-produced series to join Nickelodeon’s lineup. Dyrdek and
production partner Nickerson previously created and executive produced
the hit animated show Wild Grinders, inspired by Dyrdek’s
real-life experiences, currently airing in the NickSports TV block on
Nicktoons.
Superjacket Productions is an all-media production company formed by Rob
Dyrdek and Shane Nickerson in 2013. Building upon the continued success
of shows like Rob and Big, Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory,
Ridiculousness, and the comedic cooking competition show, Snack-Off,
Superjacket continues to apply their unique comedic sensibility and
years of production experience to each new project they take on. Making
comedy cool, developing improvised reality sitcoms, and creating fresh
takes on proven formats is the signature style of Superjacket. Rob
Dyrdek’s ten plus years as on-air MTV talent, his integral role as
executive producer and creator and his unparalleled experience as an
entrepreneur and professional athlete, coupled with Shane’s extensive
comedy writing and performing background and his fifteen years of
producing reality TV, including every Dyrdek series, makes Superjacket
one of the most unique and dynamic new production companies in Los
Angeles.
Nickelodeon, now in its 36th year, is the number-one
entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by
putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes
television programming and production in the United States and around
the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature
films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than
90 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable
network for 20 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com.
Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks
of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).
Contacts
Nickelodeon
Maggie Wang, 212-846-6381
Maggie.Wang@nick.com
or
Dio
McCollin, 212-846-7592
Dio.Mccollin@nick.com
