The future of Geordie Shore is surrounded in doubt after a report claimed that MTV has decided not to commission any future series.
The reality show - a local version of US series Jersey Shore - has been a key part of MTV's schedules since 2011 and has run for 23 series to date.
A 24th series has already been commissioned and is in the process of being filmed, but The Sun says that it will be the final new series for the foreseeable.
A source told the newspaper: "MTV chiefs have decided the time has come to call it a day on Geordie Shore.
"The already commissioned series, which is the show's 24th, will go ahead with filming kicking off this weekend and the reunion will go ahead as planned later this summer.
"But once those have been filmed MTV have decided to rest the series and will not be commissioning any more.
"Think of it as resting the format rather than cancelling it out right.
"It's been one of the most successful runs of all time but the truth is it's not been the same for quite a few years. Bosses think it's the right time.
"The current stars of the show haven't been told it is being rested yet. Bosses can expect a mixed reaction - they love this show and they love filming it."
MTV insisted that the show has not been axed, however, with a spokesperson saying: "Geordie Shore has not been cancelled and continues to be one of MTV's biggest shows.
"We can't wait for fans to see what we have in store next season."
The series is expected to air later this year.
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