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‘America’s Got Talent: The Champions’ Second Season Sets New Judging Panel With Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Host Terry Crews

Press release from NBC, Sept. 26, 2019: NBC’s winter sensation “America’s Got Talent: The Champions” launches its second season with a panel of judges that includes executive producer Simon Cowell, global superstar Heidi Klum, “AGT’s” longest-running judge Howie Mandel and…

Jeffrey A. Hirsch Elevated to President and Chief Executive Officer of Starz

Press release from Starz, Sept. 26, 2019: Reflecting strong recent gains in Starz’s programming slate, distribution footprint and subscriber acquisition, global content leader Lionsgate today announced that Jeffrey A. Hirsch has signed a new long-term deal as President and Chief…

John Stamos and Graham Phillips to Make a Splash in ‘The Wonderful World of Disney Presents The Little Mermaid Live!’

Following his performance as Chef Louis in the Hollywood Bowl production of “The Little Mermaid,” two-time Emmy Award-nominated actor and producer John Stamos will reprise his role as the eccentric French cook in “The Wonderful World of Disney presents The…

CBS Television Stations and CBS Interactive Launch CBSN Boston

Press release from CBS, Sept. 24, 2019: CBS Television Stations and CBS Interactive today announced the launch of CBSN Boston, the third of CBS’ 13 local direct-to-consumer streaming news services in major markets across the country. CBSN Boston features 24/7…

Showtime Goes Deeper Into Longform Journalism With 13-Episode Order of Acclaimed Documentary Series ‘Vice’

Press release from Showtime, Sept. 24, 2019: Further establishing itself at the forefront of longform journalism and newsworthy explorations of our world today, SHOWTIME has acquired the rights to the Emmy-winning weekly newsmagazine VICE and ordered a new 13-episode season,…

Tom Hanks to Receive Cecil B. DeMille Award at 77th Annual Golden Globe Awards

Press release from the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, Sept. 24, 2019: Today, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) announced that eight-time Golden Globe winner and fifteen-time nominee, Tom Hanks, will be honored with the coveted Cecil B. deMille Award at…

Animal Planet’s Longest-Running, Fan Favorite Series ‘Pit Bulls & Parolees’ Returns on Saturday, Oct. 5

Press release from Animal Planet, Sept. 19, 2019: Animal Planet’s award-winning series PIT BULLS & PAROLEES returns with all new premieres featuring the same grit and spirit audiences know and love. Fans and viewers have watched, donated and even adopted…

HBO Sports’ Emmy-Winning Franchise ’24/7′ Returns for ’24/7 College Football,’ Featuring Four Undefeated Teams in the AP Top 25: Florida, Penn State, Arizona State and Washington State

Press release from HBO, Sept. 18, 2019: HBO Sports’ landmark franchise 24/7 breaks new ground this October when it launches an all-access college football series chronicling four programs in-season – Florida, Penn State, Arizona State and Washington State – as…

‘The Boondocks’ to Return on HBO Max

Press release from WarnerMedia, Sept. 18, 2019: HBO Max is ordering two reimagined seasons, with 24 episodes of the beloved animated series The Boondocks. The series from creator Aaron McGruder will launch in Fall 2020 with a 50-minute special. All…

Showtime Orders Drama Pilot ‘Yellowjackets’

Press release from Showtime, Sept. 17, 2019: SHOWTIME has announced a pilot order for the hour-long drama series YELLOWJACKETS, with creators Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson (Narcos) executive producing and serving as showrunners. Karyn Kusama (Destroyer) will executive produce and…