Spicy Deal: 'Hot Ones' Studio Gets New Owners

Hey, have you heard the latest? The studio behind "Hot Ones, " that hit show where celebrities eat super spicy wings, just got sold! The new owners include the show's host, Sean Evans, and a big-time investor, George Soros. Evans will keep hosting the show and even take on a bigger role as the chief creative officer. The studio plans to branch out into new areas like live events and finding fresh talent. This isn't the first time "Hot Ones" has changed hands—it started under Complex Networks, then moved to BuzzFeed, and now it's independent. The show has been around for nearly a decade and has seen some big names like Ariana Grande and Scarlett Johansson.

It's even been nominated for Emmys! Remember when Shaquille O'Neal couldn't handle the heat and broke down? Or when Jennifer Lawrence tried everything to cool down? That's the kind of stuff that makes "Hot Ones" so popular. It's not just about the celebrities, though. The show has its own style and avoids getting political, like when they turned down an interview request from Kamala Harris. It's interesting how non-traditional media can play a big role in campaigns, right? Fun fact: "Hot Ones" isn't the only chicken-focused celebrity interview show out there. There's another one called "Chicken Shop Date" that's also pretty popular.

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