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Miramax Names New VP, Television

Film and TV studio Miramax today announced the appointment of a vice president for television. The newly created position has been filled by Daniel Pipski. "Reporting to Miramax EVP, Production and Development, Zanne Devine, Pipski is responsible for generating original…

‘Shield’ Actor Enters Plea in Murder Case

A well-known television actor who is accused of murder in the death of his wife was in court today to enter a plea in the case. CNN reports that Michael Jace, known for his role on the cop drama "Shield,"…

‘Power’ Producer Signs Two-Year Deal with Starz

“Power” executive producer David Knoller has signed a two-year overall deal with Starz, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Knoller will produce, write and direct, as well as develop new projects for Starz, under the pact. He’s joining the drama project…

Meet Amazon’s Fire Phone — New Device Features Unlimited Photo Storage, Recognizes Millions of Items

By Mark Bergen Advertising Age The rumors were true. Amazon, the nation's largest online retailer, will now be selling its own smartphone. At a highly publicized event in its Seattle headquarters, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos announced the Fire Phone, doubling…

Amazon Takes the Plunge Into Smartphones — One Feature in Particular on Its New Device Is Generating Buzz

Hoping to succeed in the "cut-throat smartphone market, where both Facebook and Google experimented and flopped," Amazon today rolled out its new Fire Phone, Ad Age reports. Announced by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos during a highly publicized event at the…

Veteran Late-Night Personality to Receive Mark Twain Prize

A fixture of late-night television will be honored as the recipient of the 17th annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. USA Today reports that the award will be presented to Jay Leno. The late-night veteran recently stepped down from…

DreamWorks Animation Buys Popular Cartoon Cat — You May Be Surprised What the Company Intends to Do With Him

DreamWorks Animation has bought the rights to a venerable cartoon cat whose career in entertainment goes back almost a century. The Los Angeles Times’ Company Town reports that the company bought Felix the Cat, the popular black-and-white cartoon creature who…

Senate Panel Rips Dr. Oz

Television personality Dr. Mehmet Oz was scolded when he appeared before the Senate consumer protection panel for claims he made about weight-loss aids on his television program, the Associated Press reports. Panel Chairman Claire McCaskill, D-Mo., took him to task…

Family of Aaliyah Will Fight Lifetime Movie

The family of the late singer Aaliyah has vowed to stop production on Lifetime’s upcoming movie about her life, reports TMZ.com. Lifetime plans to start taping the project this summer, with Disney actress Zendaya cast in the lead role, as…

‘Jersey Shore’ Star Arrested in Tanning Salon Fight

A former star of the hit MTV reality show “Jersey Shore” was reportedly arrested after a fight at a tanning salon. TMZ.com reports that Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino was arrested after allegedly getting into a brawl with his brother. The…