John D'Inecco to 'The Chew'

Longtime "Good Morning America" director John D'Inecco has ankled the program to join ABC's upcoming food-centric talkshow "The Chew," which is skedded to replace "One Life to Live" and "All My Children" starting Sept. 26. D'Inecco will be replaced on "GMA" by Jeff Winn, whose work at ABC News has included a major role in the relaunch of "Nightline" and directing "20/20." Winn began working in TV with ESPN and ABC Sports; he will continue working as exec director for ABC News. Tony Barrett will direct "GMA" in the week between D'Inecco's departure and the beginning of Winn's tenure. "We could not have asked for a steadier hand at the helm through times of triumph and tragedy," said "GMA" exec producer James Goldston in a letter to the show's staff. "We wish him all the best as he joins the exciting new venture." Contact Sam Thielman at sam.thielman@variety.com