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Daily Archives : Aug 3, 2016

Ozzy Osbourne Undergoing ‘Intense Therapy’ for the Addiction That Broke Up His Marriage

Ozzy Osbourne opened up about his addiction that caused his marriage to Sharon Osbourne to fall apart. In an exclusive, People magazine reports that a rep for the heavy metal icon said: “Over the last six years, Ozzy Osbourne has…

Dramatic Pictures: Emirates Jet Crash Lands. All Passengers and Crew Safe as Plane Then Catches Fire

Photos and video surfaced today of a large passenger jet’s crash landing at an airport in Dubai. All of the almost 300 people who were on board the Emirates plane were reportedly evacuated safely. Here are images and video of…

The One Major Music Group Whose Artists Were Not on Vevo Finally Partners With the Video Platform

In a deal that has been declared a “milestone,” Vevo will distribute artists who are signed with Warner Music Group. Billboard reports that the two companies confirmed their partnership. “The licensing deal, negotiated off and on for more than a…

John Malone Rejected Possible CBS Acquisition of Starz

CBS made an attempt to acquire Starz, only to be turned away by Starz stockholder John Malone, B&C reports. Starz wound up being acquired by Lionsgate, in which Malone also holds a stake. “In a new SEC filing, Starz identifies…

Viacom Settlement Talks Break Down

Talks about the future of Viacom fell through last week between top Viacom executives and parent company National Amusements Inc., The Wall Street Journal reports, citing sources who are familiar with the situation. “Under the terms that were discussed, Viacom…

USA Network Announces ‘Suits’ Season 7 Pickup and Premiere Dates for New Dramas ‘Falling Water’ and ‘Eyewitness’ at TCA

Press release from USA Network, Aug. 3, 2016: USA Network today announced a 7th season pick up for the critically acclaimed drama, SUITS. The Universal Cable Production series is averaging more than 3MM total viewers P2+, 1.2MM P25-54 and 1.1MM…

Boat Rocker Media Acquires Jam Filled Entertainment

Press release from Boat Rocker and Jam Filled, Aug. 3, 2016: Boat Rocker Media, a global entertainment company that creates, produces and distributes premium content and brands, continues to make strategic investments to grow its family and kids content with…

Diverse TV Performers and Creators on Opening It Up — and the Value of a Good ‘Sucker-Punch’

Although the recent Primetime Emmy nominations showed the Television Academy does not have a #SoWhite problem, it doesn’t mean that diversity is not a front and center issue in the television industry. Addressing the topic head-on, the Television Critics Association…