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He’s already a millionaire, which must make it easier.

Cedric “The Entertainer is leaving Disney-ABC’s syndicated game show Who Wants To Be A Millionaire after one season as host.

Citing an incredibly busy schedule along with the show’s move to Connecticut , the funny man issued a statement expressing his appreciation for the opportunity.

With the many television and film projects that I have going on which shoot and promote in various parts of the country, a production-base in Connecticut would make it quite difficult to maneuver the many moving parts on my plate. So, after much thought and some serious conversations with senior executives at the studio, I decided to let Disney-ABC know that, unfortunately, I’m not able to continue on as host.

It has truly been a fantastic ride hosting Millionaire this year — a really great time! Thanks so much to all the fans, contestants, crew, and everyone involved for making it such a fun and gratifying experience. As I always say on the show in parting, ‘Watch Your Wallet’!”

Cedric succeeded original “Millionaire” host Meredith Vieira who left last year after 11 seasons. Ratings have been solid with him at the helm.

“Cedric is a tremendous talent and we’d like to thank him for infusing his unique brand of humor and entertainment into the show,” Disney-ABC said. “It has been an absolute pleasure working with him on ”Millionaire” this year — we’ll certainly miss him.”

The move to Stamford, CT is being made for budget reasons, as it come with savings and tax breaks. Projects Cedric is currently working on include his TV Land comedy series The Soul Man,a new reality series for the CW, Cedric’s Barber Battle, hosting the Critics’ Choice Awards and his own podcast as well as a couple of features, a Chris Rock film, the animated Planes: Fire & Rescue and another potential “Barbershop” movie.

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