TV Fixture Dead at 77
An actor and comedian who was a familiar face on television and on the big screen has died. John Witherspoon, who was a regular as “Pops” on the series “The Wayans Bros.” in the 1990s and had a major role…
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In the New ‘Streaming Wars,’ It’s All About Free Subscriptions and Deep Discounts
A number of the new players in the streaming space are counting on free subscriptions and deep discounts to lure customers to their emerging services. The AP reports that Apple, Disney and AT&T’s WarnerMedia, who all hope to challenge Netflix…
Viacom, CBS Announce Key Executive Appointments for Combined Company
With the merger of CBS and Viacom expected to close by early December, the two companies on Wednesday announced a number of senior leadership appointments for the combined company, ViacomCBS. “These appointments mark an important step in the integration of…
AMAs Have Their Artist of the Decade Picked Out
The American Music Awards revealed who the Artist of the Decade will be when the award is presented next month. Dick Clark Productions announced today that singer Taylor Swift will be honored with the award, giving her a chance to…
HBO Max Programming Highlights Unveiled at WarnerMedia Day
Press release from WarnerMedia, Oct. 29, 2019: HBO MAX, WarnerMedia’s new streaming platform launching in May of 2020, will offer an impressive direct-to-consumer experience with 10,000 hours of premium content for everyone, ranging from families with young children to adults…
Viacom and CBS Announce ViacomCBS Leadership for Lines of Revenue
Press release from CBS and Viacom, Oct. 30, 2019: CBS and Viacom today announced senior leadership appointments across ViacomCBS’ revenue lines. The appointments, effective upon closing of the deal to combine CBS and Viacom, will enable ViacomCBS to drive strong,…
HBO Kills ‘Game of Thrones’ Prequel
A prequel to HBO’s megahit “Game of Thrones” has been spiked. The project, which starred Naomi Watts and was written by Jane Goldman, will not be happening, Deadline reports. “Showrunner Goldman has been emailing the cast and crew of the…
Edward Norton on His Passion Project, Which Comes Out This Week
Three-time Academy Award-nominated actor Edward Norton revealed some of the secrets behind his upcoming film, “Motherless Brooklyn,” which comes out this Friday, Nov. 1. Norton not only stars in the film, but also directed, produced and wrote the screenplay. Based…
‘Saturday Night Live’ Joke Draws Backlash
A joke that aired on the latest installment of NBC’s late-night sketch comedy show “Saturday Night Live” isn’t sitting well with a number of social media users. The New York Post’s Page Six reports that the joke delivered by “SNL”…
‘Mayans MC’ Co-Creator Kurt Sutter Reveals the Disney Joke He Says Got Him Fired
Kurt Sutter, who was fired earlier this month from the FX biker drama series “Mayans M.C.,” opened up about the events he says led to his dismissal. Sutter, the creator of “Sons of Anarchy” and co-creator of the “Mayans” spinoff,…