HBO Cancels ‘Carnivàle’
HBO has pulled the plug on its series “Carnivàle” after two seasons. “We feel the two seasons we had on the air told the story very well, and we’re proud of what everyone associated with the show has accomplished” said…
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CBS Renews ‘As the World Turns,’ ‘Guiding Light’
“As the World Turns” and “Guiding Light” have been renewed through the 2006-07 season by CBS, the network on which they have been broadcast for 50 and 53 years, respectively, making them the longest-running dramas on TV. CBS Entertainment President…
Paxson Reports Q1 Decline in Revenue
Paxson Communications on Tuesday reported a slightly narrower first-quarter loss and a decline in revenue, all brought on by the continuing ratings challenges confronting the broadcaster.West Palm Beach, Fla.-based Paxson posted a loss of $48.2 million, compared with a year-earlier…
Landgraf Named FX Networks President and GM
John Landgraf was named president and general manager of FX Networks, Tony Vinciquerra, president and CEO of Fox Networks Group announced Tuesday. Mr. Landgraf replaces Peter Liguori, who in March became president of entertainment for Fox Broadcasting. Mr. Landgraf, who…
Logo Announces Three Shows
MTV Networks’ planned gay-themed channel Logo announced three new original series Tuesday. Series include a reality show about a man opening a gay bar (“Open Bar”), a travel show (“Out & About”) and a look at the annual AIDS/Lifecycle bike…
Halpin Named ‘Today’ Senior Producer
Colleen Halpin has been named senior broadcast producer of NBC’s “Today,” effective immediately. There had been speculation (TelevisionWeek, April 25) that such a move was in the works for Ms. Halpin, who was supervising senior producer of “The Jane Pauley…
Ford Foundation Allocates $50 Million for Public Broadcasting
The Ford Foundation said Tuesday it will provide $50 million in grants over the next five years to help public broadcasting feed “the public’s growing appetite for in-depth information and diverse perspectives on national, international and cultural affairs.” According to…
Fox Wins Demo, CBS Wins Total Viewers for First Week of Sweeps
For the first full week of May sweeps, Fox was No. 1 in the adults 18 to 49 ratings demographic while CBS took the top spot among total viewers.For the week ended May 8, the top-rated show in adults 18…
NATPE Plans Third Annual TV Producers’ Boot Camp
The National Association of Television Program Executives will host its third annual TV Producers’ Boot Camp July 28-29 in Los Angeles. Attendees have access to Q&A panels, keynote speakers and hands-on clinics providing a look into the development and production…
Ward, Atlanta Braves Communications Director, Dead at 42
Walter Ward III, 42, director of communications for the Atlanta Braves, died May 8 in Atlanta after a long battle with cancer. Mr. Ward joined Turner Broadcasting in 1996 and was director of public relations for TNT and TBS. Previously…