Senate Judiciary Committee Sets Hearing Following Taylor Swift Ticket Snafu

The Justice Departmentreportedly launchedan investigation of Live Nation-Ticketmaster before the incident. Its unclear if Rapino will be among those to testify at the hearing. Jane Meyer, Klobuchars communications director, said that the lineup of witnesses will be announced later this week. Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic/Getty Images Watch on Deadline Live Nation has defended its business practices. The market is increasingly competitive nonetheless, with rivals making aggressive offers to venues.

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 67 words · Katelyn Marquez

Television Academy Installs Six Industry Vets To 2023 Executive Committee

They will advise on the organizations diverse initiatives and help lead the Academy throughout the upcoming year. They will continue to bring their extensive experience and insight to our dynamic organization. Cris Abrego, chair of the Television Academy Foundation, will also serve on the committee. (L-R) Casey Bloys, George Cheeks and Gloria Calderón KellettDavid Livingston / Paul Morigi / Unique Nicole / FilmMagic / Getty Images

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 66 words · Bruce Brown

Van Conner Dies: Screaming Trees Founding Bassist Was 55

His brother and bandmate, Gary Lee Conner, posted the news on social media. I will miss him forever and ever and ever… . The bands major-label debut disc failed to catch fire, but the follow-up 1992sSweet Oblivion was its breakthrough. Van ConnerGie Knaeps/Getty Images 62 on the Hot 100 singles tally (watch the video below). Co-written by the Conners and Lanegan, it also reached the Modern Rock Top 10. The album was the groups biggest commercial success, reaching No....

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 90 words · Julie Martin

YouTube Returns To Mid-May TV Upfronts Slot In New York With Annual Brandcast Event For Advertisers

This year, on May 17, Brandcast is heading uptown to Lincoln Centers recently renovated David Geffen Hall. The evening show will be followed by an after-party, YouTube said in a blog post. (Netflix launched its new subscription tier withadvertisinglast November in 12 territories.) YouTube Disney, Fox Corp., Warner Bros Discovery and the CW havent yet made their strategies known. Cord cutting, shifting viewer habits and lingering effects from Covid have all put stress on budgets....

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 88 words · Matthew Stephens

‘Daredevil: Born Again’: Nikki M. James Boards Disney+ Series

Details regarding her character are being kept under wraps. Marvel declined to comment. DOnofrio reprises his role as mob boss Wilson Fisk aka Kingpin. Deborah Lopez She was recently seen in the world premiere production of Shaina TaubsSuffsat The Public Theater. She can currently be seen in the Focus Features filmSpoiler Alert. Recent notable work in television includesSeverancefor AppleTV+,Proven Innocentfor FOX, and the CBS seriesBraindead. As a director, James has helmed TV episodes ofThe BiteandThe Good Fight....

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 90 words · Sean Yates

‘Emancipation’s Antoine Fuqua To Direct Michael Jackson Biopic For Lionsgate; John Logan Script & ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’s Graham King Producing With Estate

EXCLUSIVE:Antoine Fuquais set to directMichael, aLionsgatedrama telling the complex life story of the iconic singerMichael Jackson. GK Films will produce alongside the co-executors of Jacksons estate, John Branca and John McClain. There was also the plastic surgery, which transformed his face dramatically. Antoine Fuqua, Michael JacksonMichael Loccisano/Getty Images Said King: Antoines films provide personal perspectives of larger-than-life characters that continuously captivate global audiences. Fuqua is repped by LBI Entertainment and Johnson Shapiro Slewett & Kole....

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 80 words · Todd Blevins

‘Fast: Home Rescue’: Renovation Series Starring Paul Walker’s Brother & Sister-In-Law Set At Allen Media Group

The one-hour weekly home renovation series highlights families that have been impacted by natural disasters. The show follows the organization Reach Out Worldwide (ROWW) which was founded by Paul. The new seriesFast: Home Rescueis at the intersection of extreme weather events and home renovation. AMG Each inspiring episode follows the Walkers as they rebuild homes that were devastated by natural disasters. Every week, a team rebuilds and renovates a home for a different family....

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 74 words · Nicole Jones MD

‘Heartstopper’ Actor Sebastian Croft Responds To Backlash Over ‘Hogwarts Legacy’ Game Casting

The LGBTQ+ Netflix series has been embraced by the community as it gives representation to the group. All of the backlash Croft has received stems from authorJ.K. Rowlingexpressing opinions that have been deemed transphobic. Sebastian Croft in a scene from ‘Heartstopper’Netflix This was long before I was aware of JK Rowlings views. I believe wholeheartedly that trans women are women and trans men are men. Im really sorry to anyone hurt by this announcement....

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 79 words · Douglas Smith

‘M3GAN 2.0’ To Happen In 2025

M3GANopened to $30.4M and had a great second weekend ease of -40%. The pics stateside gross stands at $61.6M. The pic was produced in association with Divide/Conquer, is in the works. Universal Pictures Allison Williams and Violet McGraw are onboard to return for the sequel. Williams will also serve as a producer. She served as an EP on the original film. Jason Blum, James Wan and Allison Williams are producers on the hit films 2....

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 125 words · Dr. Michael Barry

‘Punky Brewster’ Producer Main Event Media Moves From All3Media To Religion Of Sports With Production Deal

It will serve as Religion of Sports pop culture arm. Watch on Deadline Religion of Sports produces sports related content includingTom vs. Time, Stephen vs. The Game, Greatness Code, Man in the Arena,andShut Up and Dribble. Dated and RelatedNetflix Main Event Media executives Emily Bon and Stephanie Valentin will also move over as VPs of development. Main Event Media

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 59 words · Robert Wilson

‘Shrinking’: Cast & EPs On Tackling Sadness Through Comedy In Apple Series

My family approaches that through comedy. Its good actors and writers that can make that authentic. Watch on Deadline Added Goldstein, People keep asking us about the tone. How can you make something thats so funny but also sad? But I believe, isnt that life? Thats our daily existence. Its always about finding balance. Theres nowhere to go but up. Ford, while a huge presence on the small screen, never overshadows his castmates....

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 91 words · Anthony Coleman

‘Swagger’ Creator Explains Season 2’s Time Jump To See Young Cast “Navigate Their Way Through Adulthood”

The second season ofSwaggerwill debut onApple TV+ in June. The images dont give much away, showing a few moments with star Isaiah Hills character Jace Carson. Another image gives the impression of a more tender interaction between Jace and Quvenzhane Wallis Crystal. SwaggerApple TV They went from children to grown men and grown women. Off the court, the show reveals what its like to grow up in America. Francie Calfo, and Joy Kecken also serve as executive producers....

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 88 words · Melissa Warner

‘Ted Lasso’: Apple Sets Season 3 Premiere, Reveals First-Look Photo

Standing between them in the back is anotherTed Lassovillain, Rupert (Anthony Head). He then left Richmond to coach West Ham for Rupert (Head). Added Goldstein, I love it. Nick Mohammed and Jason Sudeikis in Season 3 ‘Ted Lasso’Apple TV+ The series was developed for television by Sudeikis, Lawrence, Joe Kelly and Brendan Hunt. Doozers Jeff Ingold also serves as an executive producer with Liza Katzer as co-executive producer. From left: Nick Mohammed, Anthony Head and Jason Sudeikis in Season 3 of ‘Ted Lasso’ (Apple TV+)Apple TV+

January 18, 2023 · 1 min · 86 words · Ralph Williams