David Ellison is first and foremost a filmmaker. I knew him well in the beginning of his career. His motivation to build his company wasnt monetarily opportunistic. David EllisonGetty Images He built his company so he could make the movies and television shows that inspired him. So, he could tell stories. David is as brilliant as they come as an executive but hes no bean counter. Hes a creative first....

His June 6 death was confirmed by New YorksPrimary StagesOffBroadwaytheater company. The actress was nominated for a Tony for her performance in the comedy. Hardys final Broadway credit was 1979sRomantic Comedystarring Anthony Perkins and, in her Broadway debut, Mia Farrow. Joseph Hardy in 2007Getty He directed and executive produced theheadline making1970s teen dramaJames at 15(later retitledJames at 16). After leavingGeneral Hospital,Hardy spent much of the 1990s living and working in France....

WandaVisionhead writer Jac Schaeffer serves as showrunner and directs the pilot episode. Kevin Feige, Louis DEsposito, Brad Winderbaum, Mary Livanos and Schaeffer executive produce. Directors for the series also include Rachel Goldberg and Gandja Montiero. Clockwise from top left: Aubrey Plaza, Joe Locke, Patti LuPone, Alice Wu-Gulliver, Sasheer Zamata andKathryn Hahnin ‘Agatha All Along’Disney+/Marvel Agatha All Alongs first two episodes premiere September 18, starting at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET, exclusively on Disney+....

Emma Robertsweighed in on the allegations raised by theQuiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TVdocuseries. Its inexcusable, she said in an interview withFlauntabout the sexual harassment allegations. Kids need to be protected, adults need to be protected. Emma RobertsKristina Bumphrey / Getty Images The experience that Roberts had at Nickelodeon was different with her mother on the set with her. I have a go at keep doing my job and keep my head down....

The transaction isnt expected to close until the first half of 2025 due to regulatory approvals. Plans are afoot to achieve a half-billion in overhead savings. We would like to sincerely thank Shari and her entire family for their unwavering support and leadership. (L-R) George Cheeks, Brian Robbins and Chris McCarthyMatt Sayles/CBS /Paramount/Viacom We would also like to thank our Board of Directors, who have helped guide us along the way....

Paramount Globalstock fell 5% on Monday as investors absorbed details ofthe companys merger agreement with Skydance Media. The companies are targeting a closing of the deal in the third quarter of 2025. Trading volume was about twice its normal level. Paramount Global headquarters in New YorkMichael M. Santiago/Getty Images Skydance will own about 70% of outstanding shares. Since the Skydance talks began last December, Class B shareholders had been making noises about being devalued....

Just about everybody has reached out to us, he said. If you step back, the minute-by-minute reporting of the deal creates this impression that something changed. … A deal like this needs to be iterative. Negotiators for Skydance and RedBird didnt really stop dialogue with her or her family all the way through this … The construct of the deal always remained the same. You dont take it private, break it up and kill it, he said....

This is something we take very seriously. Lomax added, WURD Radio is not a mouthpiece for the Biden or any other Administration. Lawful-Sanders previously asked Biden four questions on WURDsThe Sourceafter his debate with former PresidentDonald Trumplast month. Joe BidenWin McNamee/Getty Images The questions were sent to me for approval. I approved of them, she toldCNN. I got several questions. Eight of them, added Lawful-Sanders. And the four that were chosen were the ones that I approved....

Rick Kleinhas been named vice president and Washington, D.C. bureau chief forABC News. Klein will succeed Jonathan Greenberger, who departed in April for a new role at Politico. Klein will oversee bureau operations and manage news teams in D.C., including for breaking news and special events. Rick KleinABC News He will oversee all political coverage, includingThis Week with George Stephanopoulos. Klein joined ABC News in 2007, and most recently has been political director....

Despite initial reluctance, John is drawn to Katherines determination and the injustice of Calebs death. Together, they form an unlikely alliance fueled by a shared desire for retribution. Remo is also serving as the films producer, with Lesa Wolfe co-producing. Rumer Willis, Gbenba AkinnagbeJess Hines/Brendan Wixted Most recently seen on shows likeEchoandReservation Dogs, Greene also boasts film credits likeThe Green MileandWind River. As a director, his credits include indies likeGods Country SongandSaved by Grace....

Now comes news of tonights Skydance deal. Skydance has been a big co-financier to Paramounts mega-tentpolesTop Gun: Maverick, Star Trekand theMission: Impossiblefranchise. Read Redstones note to Paramount Global employees below: Good evening. Shari Redstone and David EllisonGetty Images Paramount+ is among the fastest-growing streaming services with an exceptional range of content appealing to all demographics. I think we can all agree on their enormous contributions to this company.

The audiobook will be available to purchase on December 10. But how far can Cleo and Javi take their secret? Or is their connection strong enough to last once the cameras stop rolling? Mary Mouser and Tyler Posey, ‘Know Your Newlywed’Courtesy Fox film of the same name released in 1985. He played the young werewolf across the shows six seasons and also directed. He reprised the role in the Paramount+ follow-up filmTeen Wolf: The Moviereleased last year....

Dafoe will hold the role for a two-year term from 2025 to 2026. The appointment was confirmed by the department board, headed by Pietrangelo Buttafuoco. I am a stage animal. Willem DafoeAnnalisa Ranzoni/Getty Images. I am an actor. Theatre taught me about art and life. The direction of my Theatre program will be charted by my personal development. A sort of exploration of the essence of the body. Unrehearsed and unprepared, the script becomes their guide....