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Laila Ali Takes Over as Host of Revamped ‘SuperChef Grudge Match’ Series as Darnell Ferguson Exits (EXCLUSIVE)


Boxer Laila Ali is set as the host of new Food Network series "Chef Grudge Match," which will debut on the cable channel and HBO Max in August.

Boxer Laila Ali is set as the host of new Food Network series “ Chef Grudge Match,” which will debut on the cable channel and HBO Max in August. According to a source close to the situation, the series is considered a revamp of the Darnell Ferguson-hosted “SuperChef Grudge Match” format, which the network liked, with a new talent that they are “excited about and who works for the premise in a very organic way.” Guest judges for the season include Eric Adjepong, Adrienne Cheatham, Maneet Chauhan, Tiffani Faison, Stephanie Izard, Eddie Jackson, Chris Oh and Claudette Zepeda.

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