Jersey Shore Spinoffs Planned for MTV

NEW YORK: Capitalizing on the success of the record-breaking series Jersey Shore, MTV has greenlit new programming that will feature cast members Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi, Paul "DJ Pauly D" Delvecchio and Jenni "JWoww" Farley.

The two untitled reality projects, executive produced by SallyAnn Salsano of 495 Productions, are to begin production later this year and are slated to launch in 2012. Both series will chronicle the lives of the three as they are away from the Jersey Shore. The untitled Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi and Jenni "JWoww" Farley project is set for a 12-episode run, following the girls’ friendship and seeing how they deal with life and love. The untitled "DJ Pauly D" Delvecchio project, also set for a 12-episode run, follows his life on the road as he has become one of the country’s most sought-after DJs.

"The Jersey Shore cast is at the center of the show’s ongoing success and Nicole, Pauly D and Jenni have become household names as a result of their unique, sometimes outrageous and often hilarious personalities," said Chris Linn, MTV’s executive VP of programming and head of production. "We’re excited to put the spotlight on their lives away from the shore as they pursue their individual passions, careers and relationships. Both series are fun, fresh ways for us to evolve what is an already successful brand for us."

"As we continue to reinforce our position as the entertainment destination for the Millennial generation, these two shows fit perfectly into that overall strategy, and we’re thrilled to add them to our diverse lineup," added David Janollari, MTV’s head of programming.