In an effort to downplay the behind-the-scenes turmoil on "Princesses", CBS execs initially touted the series as "promising" to advertisers. However, prior to the show's premiere, entertainment media outlets such as "Entertainment Tonight" began publicizing the show's behind-the-scenes woes. "Princesses" was problematic by the time it went into production. The first tell-tale sign came when Hagerty walked off the set after filming the first four episodes, which were followed by profoundly negative reviews, off-camera problems, and rumors that CBS affiliates might never air the episodes.