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Daily Archives : Apr 20, 2017

‘X-Files’ to Return to Fox

The truth is still out there, and the truth is we will soon have another “X-Files” on broadcast TV. Fox announced today that it will air a new installment of “The X-Files” as an event series during the 2017-2018 season….

Cable Net Renews Two Comedies

Two cable comedy series have received pickups for new seasons as the comedy roster is being firmed up at TV Land. The network announced that it’s picking up “Younger” for a fifth season and “Teachers” for a third season. Both…

On-Again, Off-Again Speech by Ann Coulter Is On Again

A scheduled speaking engagement by conservative pundit Ann Coulter, which was originally supposed to take place next week at U.C. Berkeley before university officials pulled the plug on the appearance, is now on again. The Los Angeles Times reports that…

Lionsgate Television Gets New COO

The Lionsgate Television Group has a new chief operating officer, with Group Chairman Kevin Beggs announcing today that Laura Kennedy has been promoted to the position. Kennedy was previously Lionsgate Executive Vice President of Television Operations & Corporate Development. “Laura…

Bill O’Reilly Not Walking Away Empty-Handed From Fox News

Fox News Channel is said to be rewarding Bill O’Reilly with a severance package worth as much as $25 million after pulling the plug on “The O’Reilly Factor” amid a sexual harassment scandal. The Washington Post reports that the severance…

Fox News Comes Under Fire From … Sarah Palin?

Former Fox News contributor Sarah Palin has added her voice to the chorus of criticism of the cable channel, saying the corporate culture at Fox “obviously has to change.” Palin commented on the situation at Fox News during an appearance…

Why Some Stars Are Getting Warning Letters From the FTC

The Federal Trade Commission is cracking down on a segment of celebrity culture that is still relatively new: so-called “influencers.” The New York Post reports that the agency has its sights set on “pop stars, athletes and musicians who promote…

History Comes to Life in New CNN Series Premiering Tonight

CNN rolls out a new documentary series with a twist tonight, focusing on key events in modern history through the lens of music. The series, “Soundtracks: Songs That Defined History,” comes from executive producers Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, Maro Chermayeff…

Psychological Thriller Gets Series Order

A new drama series that “explores the line between passion and obsession” has received an order for 10 episodes from Lifetime. The cable network announced today that it greenlighted “You,” a psychological thriller from Greg Berlanti and Sera Gamble. Liz…

HBO and Sky Sign $250 Million Co-Production Partnership

HBO and Sky announced today that they have formed a partnership to produce high-end drama series. The first projects are already in development as part of the $250 million co-production deal. The companies announced they have “joined forces to oversee…