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On Second Count, ABC Says Oscar Viewership Increased

The Oscars audience increased to 19.7 million, surpassing last year's viewership after adjusting for Hulu streaming data.

4 days ago

National Football League

Ratings for NFL draft 2nd-highest for first round

The NFL draft's first round garnered 13.6 million viewers, the second highest viewership in history.

Los Angeles

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Oscars draw 19.7 million viewers, hitting 5-year high

The 97th Academy Awards saw increased viewership, particularly among younger demographics, driving engagement across social media platforms.

Media industry

On Second Count, ABC Says Oscar Viewership Increased

The Oscars audience increased to 19.7 million, surpassing last year's viewership after adjusting for Hulu streaming data.

National Football League

4 days ago

Ratings for NFL draft 2nd-highest for first round

The NFL draft's first round garnered 13.6 million viewers, the second highest viewership in history.

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CBS got ratings boost from Katy Perry, Gayle King's hated space trip

Celebrity space ride criticized for being tone-deaf, yet boosted CBS Mornings ratings substantially.

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Trump Swipes at Maddow, MSNBC, and CNN Over Ratings Struggles: Enemy of the People!'

Trump posits that MSNBC and CNN are 'the enemy of the people' as they struggle with low ratings.

1 week ago

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CBS got ratings boost from Katy Perry, Gayle King's hated space trip

Celebrity space ride criticized for being tone-deaf, yet boosted CBS Mornings ratings substantially.

Miscellaneous

Trump Swipes at Maddow, MSNBC, and CNN Over Ratings Struggles: Enemy of the People!'

Trump posits that MSNBC and CNN are 'the enemy of the people' as they struggle with low ratings.

Boston Celtics

Adam Silver calls NBA ratings for opening weekend of playoffs 'fantastic'

NBA playoffs had the highest rated opening weekend in 25 years, with significant viewer increases from last season.

fromBusiness Insider

Soccer (FIFA)

College football placed a huge bet on super-sized playoffs. It may already have won.

The expansion of college football playoffs to 12 teams is expected to significantly increase viewer interest and revenue.

Boston Celtics

fromBoston.com

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Adam Silver calls NBA ratings for opening weekend of playoffs 'fantastic'

NBA playoffs had the highest rated opening weekend in 25 years, with significant viewer increases from last season.

fromBusiness Insider

Soccer (FIFA)

College football placed a huge bet on super-sized playoffs. It may already have won.

The expansion of college football playoffs to 12 teams is expected to significantly increase viewer interest and revenue.

The Last Of Us Season 2 Starts Off With An Even Bigger Audience Than Season 1

The Last of Us Season 2 premiered with 5.3 million viewers, marking a significant 13% increase over Season 1's debut.

Fox News Dominates All of Television In Prime Time So Far This Year Topping Broadcast Nets

Fox News is leading in primetime viewers, surpassing all cable and broadcast networks in early 2025.

US Elections

JUST IN: Kamala Harris Fox News Interview Draws Big Ratings Trounces Trump Town Hall

Bret Baier's interview with Vice President Kamala Harris garnered 7.1 million viewers, successfully highlighting her candidacy and reaching undecided voters.

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Fox News Digital crushes CNN, NY Times in key metrics during February to finish as top news brand

Fox News Digital outperformed all competitors, including CNN, in multiplatform views and minutes in February.

Media industry

Fox's Gutfeld Pulls Biggest Audience Ever with Trump Appearance

Gutfeld! achieved record ratings with 4.9 million viewers during Trump's first in-studio appearance, reflecting its growing popularity and unique audience appeal.

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Fox News Scores Highest-Rated January in History of Cable News, Notches First Time Win Over The View

Fox News achieved record ratings in January, leading cable news viewership.

'The Five' secured the top spot in cable news for January.

Fox's prime time ratings saw significant year-over-year growth, especially in key demographics.

MSNBC and CNN struggled in comparison, recording their lowest numbers.

US news

Fox News Dominates All of Television In Prime Time So Far This Year Topping Broadcast Nets

Fox News is leading in primetime viewers, surpassing all cable and broadcast networks in early 2025.

US Elections

JUST IN: Kamala Harris Fox News Interview Draws Big Ratings Trounces Trump Town Hall

Bret Baier's interview with Vice President Kamala Harris garnered 7.1 million viewers, successfully highlighting her candidacy and reaching undecided voters.

fromFox News

Media industry

Fox News Digital crushes CNN, NY Times in key metrics during February to finish as top news brand

Fox News Digital outperformed all competitors, including CNN, in multiplatform views and minutes in February.

Media industry

Fox's Gutfeld Pulls Biggest Audience Ever with Trump Appearance

Gutfeld! achieved record ratings with 4.9 million viewers during Trump's first in-studio appearance, reflecting its growing popularity and unique audience appeal.

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Fox News Scores Highest-Rated January in History of Cable News, Notches First Time Win Over The View

Fox News achieved record ratings in January, leading cable news viewership.

'The Five' secured the top spot in cable news for January.

Fox's prime time ratings saw significant year-over-year growth, especially in key demographics.

MSNBC and CNN struggled in comparison, recording their lowest numbers.

NBC Names Tom Llamas as New Anchor of Nightly News

Tom Llamas is set to become the new anchor of NBC Nightly News, succeeding Lester Holt this summer.

#super-bowl

National Football League

Super Bowl averaged record 127.7M U.S. viewers

Super Bowl LIX achieved a record 127.7 million viewers, increasing 3% from the previous year's record audience.

fromwww.ocregister.com

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NFL on TV: These charts show how football dominates ratings

Football dominated U.S. TV ratings in 2024, outpacing major events like the Summer Olympics and the presidential election.

National Football League

Super Bowl averaged record 127.7M U.S. viewers

Super Bowl LIX achieved a record 127.7 million viewers, increasing 3% from the previous year's record audience.

fromwww.ocregister.com

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NFL on TV: These charts show how football dominates ratings

Football dominated U.S. TV ratings in 2024, outpacing major events like the Summer Olympics and the presidential election.

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CFP opening-round reaction: Higher seeds dominate, format changes needed and how Tennessee's loss helps the little guys

The inaugural College Football Playoff games were dominated by home teams, highlighting talent disparity and suggesting the need for structural changes to enhance competitiveness.

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How should the College Football Playoff work? Debating seeding, selection and more changes

The first year of the 12-team College Football Playoff had mixed results, achieving some goals while needing adjustments moving forward.

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CFP opening-round reaction: Higher seeds dominate, format changes needed and how Tennessee's loss helps the little guys

The inaugural College Football Playoff games were dominated by home teams, highlighting talent disparity and suggesting the need for structural changes to enhance competitiveness.

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How should the College Football Playoff work? Debating seeding, selection and more changes

The first year of the 12-team College Football Playoff had mixed results, achieving some goals while needing adjustments moving forward.

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Meet The Press' Tops Sunday News Shows Among Young Viewers

Meet The Press leads ratings among young viewers in the 25-54 demographic for 10 weeks straight.

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Rachel Maddow returning to MSNBC five nights a week for early Trump days

Maddow is returning to nightly coverage for Trump's inauguration, reflecting her continued importance to MSNBC's programming strategy.

#viewership-trends

Media industry

Emmy Viewership Rises to 6.9 Million Viewers

The Emmy Awards experienced a viewership boost, reaching 6.9 million, breaking a three-year trend of declining ratings.

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Golden Globes Ratings Decline Slightly to 9.3 Million Viewers

Golden Globe Awards managed to stabilize viewership at 9.3 million, showing recovery from recent lows despite ongoing competition and challenges.

Media industry

Emmy Viewership Rises to 6.9 Million Viewers

The Emmy Awards experienced a viewership boost, reaching 6.9 million, breaking a three-year trend of declining ratings.

Miscellaneous

Golden Globes Ratings Decline Slightly to 9.3 Million Viewers

Golden Globe Awards managed to stabilize viewership at 9.3 million, showing recovery from recent lows despite ongoing competition and challenges.

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Exhausted by political news? TV ratings and new poll say you're not alone

Many Americans are mentally exhausted and limiting their political news consumption after the election.

Poll shows a significant break from political news among Democrats, indicating greater fatigue than Republicans.

Digital life

Why Do We Love the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade So Much?

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has become the most-watched non-sporting entertainment event in recent years, surpassing traditional award shows.

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Marketing tech

Nielsen Says You Shouldn't Count Out The Old Guard Just Yet | AdExchanger

Nielsen is evolving to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing media environment, particularly with the rise of streaming services.

fromNew York Post

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'Jeopardy!' host Ken Jennings takes savage dig at rival Ryan Seacrest off-camera: report

Ken Jennings humorously addressed a rivalry with Ryan Seacrest during a live taping of Jeopardy, showcasing light-hearted competition between the two game show hosts.

fromIndependent

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TV reviews: The number of murders in our favourite soap operas these days is criminal

Most watched TV shows are dominated by live sports events like rugby and football.

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fromFortune

Jon Stewart will remain at The Daily Show through 2025

Jon Stewart has extended his role at The Daily Show until at least December 2025, revitalizing the show's ratings and political commentary.

#late-night-tv

fromNew York Post

Startup companies

NBC cuts 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' back to four nights a week

NBC is cutting 'The Tonight Show' to four nights a week due to declining ratings and cost management efforts.

fromFortune

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'Not that relevant' late night TV shows fading to black as even Colbert's leading 'Late Show' sees audience drop 32%

Late night talk shows are struggling with declining ratings and ad revenues, losing their relevance in modern television.

fromNew York Post

Startup companies

NBC cuts 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' back to four nights a week

NBC is cutting 'The Tonight Show' to four nights a week due to declining ratings and cost management efforts.

fromFortune

Miscellaneous

'Not that relevant' late night TV shows fading to black as even Colbert's leading 'Late Show' sees audience drop 32%

Late night talk shows are struggling with declining ratings and ad revenues, losing their relevance in modern television.

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Taboola Data Reveals; Benefits Top of the Agenda for Brits in September

The DWP was the most discussed topic in the UK, driven by benefit changes and fraud concerns.

fromwww.theguardian.com