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#media-merger
fromBusiness Insider
13 hours ago
Media industry

Paramount officially announces Warner Bros. Discovery takeover

Paramount acquired Warner Bros. Discovery in a definitive merger agreement, combining iconic studios, streaming platforms, cable networks, and intellectual property to create a competitive global media company.
fromwww.npr.org
17 hours ago
US news

Paramount and Warner Bros' deal is about merging studios, and a whole lot more

Warner Bros. Discovery accepts Paramount Skydance's takeover bid, creating a $111 billion merger that consolidates major studios, streaming platforms, and news divisions while concentrating significant media power under the Ellison family's control.
Media industry
fromVulture
15 hours ago

Everybody Loses

David Ellison's Paramount acquisition of Warner Bros. over Netflix's bid will likely result in massive debt, layoffs, reduced content production, and a rightward-leaning combined news operation.
#real-estate
Film
fromFrenchly
19 hours ago

Here's What You Missed at the 2026 Cesar Awards - Frenchly

The 51st César Awards celebrated French cinema's highest honors, with L'Attachement winning best film, Laurent Lafitte and Léa Drucker winning acting awards, and Jim Carrey receiving an honorary César.
fromenglish.elpais.com
20 hours ago

Brooks Ginnan, the model and actor who embraced their ectodermal dysplasia: I equated beauty to nearly everything I was not'

Brooks Ginnan, in addition to being a model, is a 29-year-old non-binary musician and actor. They have a rare physical condition called ectodermal dysplasia (ED), a genetic condition that affects the development of hair, teeth, nails, and skin. This genetic disorder gives Ginnan a distinctive physical appearance that has attracted the attention of designers, photographers, filmmakers, and musicians.
Music
Film
fromIndieWire
19 hours ago

How Every 2026 Best Picture Nominee Will Feature ASL Interpretation Ahead of the Oscars

All 10 Best Picture Oscar nominees will have American Sign Language interpretation for the first time, with eight films debuting ASL overlays through a free Chrome extension on March 2.
Arts
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
19 hours ago

'I rely heavily on instinct': entertainment mogul Hassan Smith on the art he collects and why

Hassan Smith, an entertainment executive and art collector, actively acquires works by Black post-war and contemporary artists while serving on the Atlanta Art Fair advisory board and attending major art fairs globally.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
7 years ago

'Gone Girl' producer Joshua Donen premieres his Malibu Midcentury at $5 million

Film and television producer Joshua Donen lists his Malibu Midcentury home for $4.995 million, featuring 3,344 square feet with four bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and extensive outdoor amenities.
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

Crispin Glover denies ex-girlfriend's battery and assault allegations

The complaint resulted from a 'disturbing series of incidents in which Jane Doe was essentially held captive and used for sex and free labor by Mr. Glover under false pretenses,' it is alleged.
Film
#media-acquisition
Film
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago

9-Year-Old Sees First Broadway Show. 3 Months Later, He's Starring In It

A 9-year-old boy from Houston became a Broadway performer after a viral TikTok video of him singing led to multiple acting opportunities, including touring with MJ the Musical.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 days ago

First trans Drag Race winner announces that she's quit drag 7 years after win

The former drag performer made history twice during her appearance on Drag Race Thailand season two in 2019. In addition to becoming the first out trans woman to win any season of internationally, she became the first contestant to win six challenges in a single season. To this day, she remains the only contestant on any Drag Race franchise to have achieved this feat.
LGBT
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
11 years ago

AEG to consolidate L.A. offices by leasing former warehouse downtown

AEG consolidates over 500 employees from AEG Live and AXS Ticketing divisions into a renovated historic warehouse near downtown LA Live.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
23 years ago

Acting 'mayor' sells home in Beverly Hills

Actor James Woods sold his Beverly Hills home for $5.1 million to relocate to the East Coast, while actor Peter Berg listed his Venice property to move closer to film studios where he is directing.
Film
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Matthew McConaughey tells young actors the AI wave is inescapable, so they should protect their likeness

Actors should legally protect and trademark their voice and likeness to maintain control and secure compensation as AI replication becomes inevitable.
#ai-generated-content
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

After spooking Hollywood, ByteDance will tweak safeguards on new AI model

ByteDance is enhancing safeguards for its Seedance 2.0 AI video generator after studios and unions accused it of copyright and likeness infringements.
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago
Startup companies

This OpenAI-backed startup raised $12M to bring AI content to Hollywood | TechCrunch

Wonder Studios raised $12M seed to scale AI-generated entertainment production, pursue IP ownership, and expand engineering for original and commercial projects.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

After spooking Hollywood, ByteDance will tweak safeguards on new AI model

Media industry
fromFuturism
1 week ago

New AI Video Generator Is So Impressive That It's Scaring Hollywood

Advanced text-to-video AI generates photorealistic celebrity footage, triggering industry alarm, copyright conflicts, and platform responses to restrict real-person outputs.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Actor Noel Clarke arrested over allegation of attempted rape in 2007

Noel Clarke was arrested on 10 February on suspicion of attempted rape, exposure, and sexual assault by touching, with an ongoing Metropolitan Police investigation.
Los Angeles
fromArchitectural Digest
3 weeks ago

Amy Astley Takes Us Inside AD's Los Angeles Issue

Los Angeles is a unified aggregate of diverse neighborhoods whose actors, entertainers, and athletes serve as the city's beating heart and storytellers.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Timothy Busfield faces new sex abuse accusation as he appears in court

Busfield, 68, has been charged with two felony counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor and a single count of child abuse for allegedly inappropriately touching two child actors while he worked as a director and executive producer on the Fox drama "The Cleaning Lady," filmed in Albuquerque. He was held without bond pending a hearing on a motion for pretrial detention.
Law
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I haven't mellowed my violence': Park Chan-wook on cultural dominance, the capitalist endgame and why we can't beat AI

No Other Choice satirizes capitalism, portraying modern South Korea as industrially declining—downsizing, unemployment and male fragility—exacerbated by AI and precarious entertainment industries.
Business
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Sony collars Snoopy in 340m deal to take control of Peanuts franchise

Sony now owns 80% of the Peanuts franchise, acquiring 41% from WildBrain for C$630m; the Schulz family retains 20%.
Television
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Montalvo Arts Center to be closed for construction

Montalvo Arts Center will close Dec. 20–Jan. 5 to the public; ticketed event attendees remain allowed, and Saratoga alum Mikaela Burton was named a Next Gen 2025 rising Hollywood executive at Apple.
#mergers--acquisitions
#artificial-intelligence
Business
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A prolific true crime producer was truly a criminal the whole time, the FBI says

A TV producer was left unpaid after working for a company whose owner allegedly posed as an heiress to fraudulently secure multimillion-dollar bank loans.
#fraud
New York Rangers
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

New York's new law forces advertisers to say when they're using AI avatars

New York requires advertisers to disclose AI-generated people in ads and mandates heirs' consent to use deceased persons' names or likenesses commercially.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Never be honest in Hollywood even if you're Quentin Tarantino | Dave Schilling

I live in Los Angeles, work in the entertainment industry when I'm not moonlighting as a semi-reputable journalist and have done my fair share of lying or, more accurately, omitting the truth. One of the least pleasant experiences in town is being asked to give honest feedback to someone who is at best an acquaintance. It's worse yet if that person is a friend, lover or family member who actually takes your opinion seriously.
Film
Artificial intelligence
fromTheankler
2 months ago

AI Search and the New Hot Mess of Hollywood Discovery

AI-driven search and answer engines are reshaping how audiences discover content, determining which franchises and sequels succeed regardless of Hollywood's creative decisions.
Venture
fromVulture
3 months ago

Scooter Braun Could Have Been the 'Face' of OnlyFans

Scooter Braun withdrew from talks to acquire OnlyFans despite platform interest and potential use of his entertainment connections.
fromCornell Chronicle
3 months ago

A&S launches Cornell in Los Angeles study away program | Cornell Chronicle

The College of Arts & Sciences is launching Cornell in Los Angeles (CULA), a new semester-long program designed to give students an insider's view of the entertainment industry. Ten students will be selected for the inaugural cohort, which will begin in spring 2027, with applications opening April 1, 2026. The program, spearheaded by the Department of Performing and Media Arts (PMA), will place students in Hollywood for a semester of coursework, networking and cultural immersion.
Education
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

'Breaking Bad' creator's new show has a disclaimer: 'Made by humans'

Vince Gilligan's Apple TV series Pluribus includes a credits note saying "This show was made by humans" and Gilligan strongly criticizes AI and refuses to use ChatGPT.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

TikTok announces its first awards show in the US | TechCrunch

The announcement comes just weeks after Instagram introduced its "Ring" awards program. Unlike Instagram, however, TikTok is taking a more traditional approach to its awards, as it's hosting an actual awards show where winners will be revealed live at the event. The event will feature a red carpet, live performances, and a live audience of hundreds of creators, TikTok says.
Television
#ai-generated-actors
Media industry
fromCreative Bloq
4 months ago

Could DC Comics' anti-AI stance mark a tide change against AI slop?

DC Comics will refuse AI-generated storytelling and artwork, citing customer preference for authentic human creativity and commercial reasons.
#first-amendment
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago
US politics

Jane Fonda calls for 'creative nonviolent noncooperation' to defend free speech

A relaunched Committee for the First Amendment led by Jane Fonda and celebrities aims to defend free speech and counter narratives that threaten civil liberties.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago
US news

Hundreds of celebrities relaunch a McCarthy-era committee to defend free speech

Over 550 celebrities relaunched the Committee for the First Amendment to resist alleged federal efforts to silence critics across government, media, judiciary, academia, and entertainment.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
4 months ago

Hollywood erupts as talent agents circle 'AI actor' Tilly Norwood: 'Not surprised the first major AI actor is a young woman they can fully control' | Fortune

An AI-created virtual actress, Tilly Norwood, is attracting agency representation interest and provoking strong backlash from Hollywood performers worried about replacing human actors.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Nicole Kidman's net worth in the wake of her split from Keith Urban

Nicole Kidman became the highest-paid female actor in 2024 with estimated earnings of $31 million, reflecting a decades-long successful acting career.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Liev Schreiber and Debra Messing among names rejecting pledge to boycott Israeli films

Over 1,200 entertainment figures rejected a boycott of Israeli films, calling it censorship, art erasure, and harmful to storytelling and artists.
Humor
fromConsequence
5 months ago

Steve Harvey Says He Quit Standup Because of Cancel Culture

Steve Harvey retired from stand-up citing cancel culture and a changing cultural climate that made performing comedy increasingly difficult.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
5 months ago

Actor Derek Dixon details Tyler Perry sexual assault allegations

Dixon, who appeared in Perry's long-running political drama The Oval and its spin-off Ruthless, filed the lawsuit in Los Angeles back in June, in which he claimed Perry used his "success and power [and] considerable influence in the entertainment industry to create a coercive, sexually exploitative dynamic". In the complaint, Dixon said he was promised "career advancements" by Perry only to "subject him to escalating sexual harassment, assault and battery, and professional retaliation when Mr Dixon did not reciprocate Mr Perry's unwanted advances".
Television
fromsiliconvalleyjournals.com
5 months ago

Anonymous Content Lays Off 15% of Workforce Amid Industry Headwinds

Anonymous Content, the acclaimed production and management company known for projects like Spotlight and Disclaimer, is laying off 15% of its employees. The company, which employs roughly 150 staff members, confirmed that the cuts will impact all divisions and levels, with layoffs beginning Wednesday. The move reflects broader challenges across the entertainment industry, where companies are navigating declining ad revenue, weak box office performance, and tightened budgets from studios and streaming platforms.
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
6 months ago

Pop culture and politics are intertwined in the age of Trump. Just look at the Paramount-Skydance merger

The Paramount-Skydance merger signifies a new intertwining of pop culture and political dynamics.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 months ago

Disney TV Discovers: Talent Showcase can be a game-changer for actors

The Disney Television Discovers: Talent Showcase annually introduces new talent seeking opportunities in the entertainment industry.
fromConsequence
6 months ago

Tom Cruise Declined Kennedy Center Honor from Trump: Report

The 2025 Kennedy Center Honors recipients include George Strait, KISS, Sylvester Stallone, Michael Crawford, and Gloria Gaynor. An additional individual, Tom Cruise, declined to accept the honor due to scheduling conflicts.
US news
Film
fromIndieWire
6 months ago

How to Get Picked for Jury Duty at a Film Festival (or, That Time the Wing Fell Off the Horse at Fantasia)

The wings fell off the Cheval Noir statuette during the Fantasia International Film Festival's awards ceremony, creating a memorable moment.
fromThe IP Law Blog
6 months ago

The Briefing: Trademark Basics - Protecting Names, Logos, and Brands in Entertainment

Trademarks play a vital role in distinguishing the source of entertainment products, ensuring that creators can protect their unique brand identities within the industry.
Podcast
fromThe Verge
6 months ago

Paramount is now a Skydance Corporation

In an open letter about his plans for Paramount, incoming chairman and CEO David Ellison announced that the business will be split into three distinct units: studios, direct-to-consumer, and TV media.
Television
Video games
fromIndieWire
6 months ago

Hideo Kojima on 'Death Stranding 2,' the Sequel's Big Changes and Improvements Post-Pandemic, and How He Hoped to Cast David Lynch in a Game

Hideo Kojima's "Death Stranding 2: On the Beach" marks a significant cinematic evolution in video gaming.
Television
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

David Ellison has 6 big questions to answer now that his Paramount-Skydance deal is done

Skydance and Paramount Global's $8 billion merger will transform the entertainment company under David Ellison's leadership, marked by significant cost cuts and tech investment.
fromThe Verge
6 months ago

A 'unified' Disney Plus could be the end of Hulu's app

Disney is set to fully integrate Hulu with Disney Plus, creating a unified app experience that will launch next year, raising questions about Hulu's standalone future.
Digital life
#generative-ai
fromDigiday
6 months ago

What talent booker Joanna Jordan can teach about leading in media transformation

When the entertainment business faced dual picket lines in 2023, Jordan doubled down on podcasts and creators. When the pandemic hit, her team seamlessly pivoted to remote work.
Digital life
Digital life
fromForbes
7 months ago

How Creators Smosh and Dhar Mann Are Building Hollywood-Level Brands

Content creators are increasingly rivaling traditional media through quality and innovative approaches.
Video games
fromGameSpot
7 months ago

Games Industry Could Be Worth $300 Billion In 4 Years, Report Suggests

Video games are projected to significantly outpace other entertainment sectors in growth over the next few years.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

Every show that's ending or was canceled in 2025

Over 80 shows have been canceled or are ending in 2025, highlighting a significant reduction in long-running television series.
Television
E-Commerce
fromUsermag
7 months ago

Do content creators need managers?

Zack Honarvar believes creators should not have traditional managers and is repositioning his company into an entertainment studio.
fromIndependent
7 months ago

'The 2000s were not very kind to Irish models. Ibiza offered so many more opportunities' - Rachel Montague on making her home on the party island

Rachel Montague embodies the evolution of the multidisciplinary performer in today's entertainment industry, successfully merging her skills as a model, dancer, actor, and fashion designer.
Women
fromRoger Ebert
7 months ago

Destiny Outreach: Danita E. Patterson Is Making a Midwest Hollywood | Features | Roger Ebert

"I had a vision and a dream decades ago of impacting the next generation. On day one, seeing the faces of these 21 apprentices brought me to tears because my dream has come true full circle."
Chicago
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

You can make really good stuff fast': new AI tools a gamechanger for film-makers

AI can now create film content that depicts real-world events, as evidenced by 'Midnight Drop', a film about US airstrikes in Iran.
#late-night-television
Film
fromFast Company
7 months ago

More commercials are playing before movies: Are theater chains testing your patience or saving the box office?

The business model for movie theaters has been under threat due to home viewing and competition from other media.
Television
fromVulture
7 months ago

Love Island: Beyond the Villa Recap: Having Fun and Living Life

The cast members exhibit conflicting tones and themes, resembling various reality TV shows rather than a cohesive unit.
fromPitchfork
7 months ago

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert to End Next Year

"Before we start the show, I want to let you know something that I found out just last night. Next year will be our last season. The network will be ending The Late Show in May," he said.
Television
from24/7 Wall St.
7 months ago

Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030 (July 2025)

Shares of Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) gained 0.60% over the past month, bringing the stock's gain in 2025 to 8.46%, including a 46.92% gain since its year-to-date low on April 8.
E-Commerce
fromVulture
7 months ago

It's Not Very The Studio for The Studio to Get So Many Emmy Nominations

The Studio garnered 23 Emmy nominations, the most of any comedy this year, demonstrating its appeal in Hollywood by satirizing the entertainment industry.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Turn empty London office blocks into late-night party zones', report suggests

The future of financial districts could lie in transforming into vibrant nightlife hubs, with clubs utilizing empty office spaces for weekend parties, creating a chaotic dancefloor atmosphere.
London music
Television
fromVulture
7 months ago

Derek Dixon Felt 'Too Afraid to Come Forward' with Tyler Perry Allegations

Derek Dixon alleges sexual assault by Tyler Perry during a private meeting after drinks.
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
7 months ago

'General Hospital,' 'The View,' 'Live with Kelly and Mark' nominated for Daytime Emmys

General Hospital leads the nominations for the 52nd Daytime Emmy Awards with 16 nominations, including Outstanding Daytime Drama.
fromBusiness Matters
7 months ago

Bentley Kyle Evans Talks Legacy, Lessons, and Life in Television

"I actually started in front of the camera. My first role was in House Party back in 1990. That experience showed me the energy of being on set, but I quickly realised I was more interested in what happened behind the scenes."
Film
fromMiami Herald
7 months ago

These famous TV shows were made in Miami. Do you remember them?

Miami has long been a vibrant setting for television shows, with its roots in the 1950s and significant contributions throughout the '60s, '70s, and '80s.
Miami
fromwww.cnbc.com
7 months ago

How AI-generated influencers are taking over YouTube

Virtual YouTubers like Bloo signify a new era of entertainment that harmoniously merges human creativity with the scalability afforded by AI technologies. Such developments promise to revolutionize content creation and distribution within the industry.
Digital life
Film
fromVulture
9 months ago

The Final Reckoning for Paramount and Skydance

Paramount Global faces regulatory hurdles in finalizing its $8 billion merger with Skydance Media.
fromenglish.elpais.com
7 months ago

Jurassic World: Rebirth': When product placement devours the film and nostalgia turns toxic

In "Jurassic World: Rebirth," the overuse of product placement transforms the experience into a mere commercial venture, overshadowing the narrative and entertainment value.
Film
fromGameSpot
7 months ago

After A Metroidvania About Grief, Surgent Studios Is Exploring Acting With Psychological Horror

"So, to give you an idea of what this kind of game is, it's a psychological horror escape room, but it's like a reverse escape room. It's not necessarily about coming out of the space, but going in," Dead Take creative director Abubakar Salim told me. "And the deeper you go, the further in [protagonist Chase] goes into this mansion, the more the secrets are unwrapped and the darker reality [gets]."
Video games
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