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Her Show Was Canceled – But the Setback Taught Busy Philipps a Powerful Lesson for Creators and Entrepreneurs

Emily Washcovick

created: June 26, 2025, 7 p.m. | updated: June 27, 2025, 4:49 p.m.

Busy Philipps wasn't trying to disrupt the celebrity marketing model when she first cried on Instagram stories. She passed on a major deal, ultimately paving the way for her QVC series, Busy This Week. That gut-driven decision led Philipps to a larger realization: Creators could bypass traditional gatekeepers and build something of their own. Don't wait for permission to share your story. Don't wait for permission to share your story.

4 months, 1 week ago: Entrepreneur