Hugh Jackman will serve as host for February’s “81st Annual Academy Awards” telecast on ABC, the network confirmed Friday. This will be Mr. Jackman’s first time hosting the ceremony. He previously hosted the Tony Awards twice, winning an Emmy for…
Writers for VH1’s “Best Week Ever With Paul F. Tompkins” have signed contracts to work under the Writers Guild of America. Producers of the show signed deals with the WGA East to cover writers under the guild’s Minimum Basic Agreement….
HGTV.com unveiled its redesigned Web site today. The new user-friendly Web site allows visitors to personalize their experience with the “My HGTV” feature, in addition to providing video, product search assistance, social features and in-depth program information. Users will also…
The incoming chairmen of the Senate and House committees that oversee the Federal Communications Commission are urging its chairman, Kevin Martin, to devote his remaining days to the digital TV transition and to postpone FCC action on several controversial issues….
Dish Network and Young Broadcasting failed to renew their retransmission agreement, meaning programming on Young’s TV stations in 11 markets is no longer available to Dish subscribers, the satellite company said. Young is “demanding unreasonable contract terms and an excessive…
“This Golden Globe nomination is both unexpected and humbling. I am most excited about the show being recognized because of its unique and prolific nature.” —Blair Underwood, nominee for actor in a supporting role in a series, miniseries or motion…
Fox News Channel will premiere a new show with Sean Hannity on Jan. 12. “Hannity,” which will air weekdays at 9 p.m., will feature commentary, interviews and branded segments such as “Hate Hannity Hotline,” featuring dissenting voicemails and videos from…
Nickelodeon is launching the first multiplayer kids’ game online as part of its Big Green Help initiative. The Big Green Help Global Challenge will ask kids to virtually pledge volunteer hours that can be translated into action for environmental change…
Turner Entertainment Networks promoted Michael Wright to executive VP and head of programming for TBS, TNT and Turner Classic Movies. Mr. Wright had been senior VP in charge of Turner Entertainment Networks’ content creation group, responsible for all original programming….