Minnelli Axes Hot in Cleveland Shoot

Liza Minnelli has been forced to pull out of an episode of Hot in Cleveland due to an ongoing ankle injury.

The Cabaret star was due to fly to Los Angeles to shoot a cameo in the sitcom next week (begs13Feb12) but she's bowed out citing health issues.

She has been told not to travel after a recent X-ray scan confirmed herankle has still not completely healed following an accident at her home in November (11).

Producers are now scrambling to find a replacement for Minnelli, who was due to play an eccentric talent agent.

A spokesperson tells TVGuide.com Minnelli hopes to make a future appearance on the TV series.