Altice USA Promotes to Keith Bowen to News President as Cheddar Founder Jon Steinberg Exits

Wyatte Grantham-Philips editorSeymour Wishman, a longtime producer, writer, legal expert and president of First Run Features, died on Jan. 29 at a family home in Bridgewater, Conn., his daughter Samantha confirmed to Variety.

Kerry Chater, the bassist and co-founder of ’60s hitmakers Gary Puckett & the Union Gap who went on to score multiple country hits as a songwriter, has died. He was 77.

Wilson Chapman editorJim Angle, one of the first reporters to work for Fox News Channel, died Feb. 9 in Arlington, Va., the network reported on Friday. He was 75.“Jim was a Fox News original and a top Washington correspondent whose talent and fearless reporting was unmatched,” Fox News Media CEO Suzanne Scott said in a statement.

Russian Doll” returns this spring, and Netflix has released some first looks photos for the upcoming season.Season 2 will be set four years after Nadia (Natasha Lyonne) and Alan (Charlie Barnett) escaped mortality’s time loop. New episodes will follow the pair as they pass through an unexpected time portal located in Manhattan — causing both to face their pasts.The show’s first season also starred Greta Lee, Yul Vazquez and Elizabeth Ashley.

President Joe Biden is advising Americans.

Kate Middleton tries to help children to confront their fears 'with the help of others' during her CBeebies bedtime story.

The White House has denounced Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay Bill” which is making its way through the Florida Legislature. The Florida Senate Education Committee passed the bill on Tuesday, February 8. In response, US President Joe Biden tweeted, “I want every member of the LGBTQI+ community — especially the kids who will be impacted by this hateful bill — to know that you are loved and accepted just as you are.“I have your back, and my Administration will continue to fight for the protections and safety you deserve.”I want every member of the LGBTQI+ community — especially the kids who will be impacted by this hateful bill — to know that you are loved and accepted just as you are. I have your back, and my Administration will continue to fight for the protections and safety you deserve.

Nick Cave has opened up about touring Australia in a new post on his Red Hand Files website.Cave, who was responding to a group of questions from fans asking him if he was going to return to Australia soon for a tour, revealed that he will be touring Australia this winter with Warren Ellis.He explained: “I am sitting here looking at this year’s calendar. My assistant, Rachel, has helpfully laid it out in various child-friendly, primary-coloured blocks.

EXCLUSIVE: Universal, EVP of Global Physical Home Entertainment, Kathleen Gallagher, has been named EVP, General Sales Manager for the studio’s North American Theatrical Distribution team, Deadline has learned.

Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterA+E Networks has promoted Sharon Scott to president of the company’s unscripted division, including Category 6 Media and Six West Media.In this newly created role, Scott, who most recently served as executive vice president of Category 6 Media, will have oversight of A+E Network’s expanding full-service nonfiction content creation unit. She will continue to report directly to Paul Buccieri, president and chairman of A+E Networks Group.Additionally, A+E Networks has upped Steve Ascher, who was previously executive vice president of Six West Media, to oversee development for the company’s entire unscripted division, including Category 6 Media.

Ditching her usual glam and polished look of heels and midi dresses, Kate Middleton stepped out on Wednesday morning looking ready for the day ahead as she joined the England Rugby training session in their navy England Rugby team tracksuit.The Duchess of Cambridge, who just recently turned 40, looked cooler than ever as she opted for casual attire to train with the England Rugby squad – proving once again her sporting accolades know no limits. Kate joined the rugby team on Wednesday, which is part of her new role as Patron of the Rugby Football Union.The mum of three met with England players, coaches and referees and join a training session taking place on the pitch.

Sasha Urban editorYou’re never too old to believe in magic.That’s the guiding philosophy behind writer-director Kate Tsang’s “Marvelous and the Black Hole,” which tells the story of a young delinquent who forms an unlikely friendship with an older magician. FilmRise has given Variety exclusive access to the trailer for the film (above), which opens in select theaters on April 22.The coming-of-age comedy tells the story of Sammy (Miya Cech), a Chinese American teenager who keeps acting out in the wake of family trouble.

Chelsie Kryst, 30, was reportedly found dead on Sunday, January 30. A woman had jumped to her death from the 60-story Orion at 350 West 42nd Street around 7:15 AM, as per the New York Post. That woman is believed to be Miss USA 2019 winner Chelsie Kryst. “In devastation and great sorrow, we share the passing of our beloved Cheslie,” her family told HollywoodLife in a statement. “Her great light was one that inspired others around the world with her beauty and strength. She cared, she loved, she laughed and she shined. Cheslie embodied love and served others, whether through her work as an attorney fighting for social justice, as Miss USA and as a host on EXTRA. But most importantly, as a daughter, sister, friend, mentor and colleague – we know her impact will live on. As we reflect on our loss, the family asks for privacy at this time.”