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May 24, 2011 / 12:21 PM

Showtime cancels 'Tara' after 3 seasons

Toni Collette, the star of "United States of Tara." UPI/Lori Shepler

Toni Collette, the star of "United States of Tara." UPI/Lori Shepler | License Photo

LOS ANGELES, May 24 (UPI) -- Showtime has canceled its U.S. dramedy "United States of Tara" after three seasons, TVGuide.com reported.

A drop in the series' ratings is to blame for the decision, the Web site said.

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The show's star Toni Collette won Emmy and Golden Globe awards for her portrayal of Tara Gregson, a wife and mother afflicted with multiple personality disorder.

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