K.J. Yossman Factual production and distribution company Big Media has inked a three-year, multi-series output deal with RTL Germany’s free-to-air channel NTV. The first series under the deal will be a five-part series titled “Deadliest Weapons Declassified,” which explores the most destructive weapons ever developed by mankind and features interviews from spies, special operators, military contractors, and weapons manufacturers. The series also includes CGI, archival footage and dramatic re-enactments. It is set to air on NTV in spring 2024. The deal follows the broadcast of Big Media’s “Destruction Decoded” – a science-base series about some of the world’s most terrifying natural disasters – on NTV last month, which delivered high ratings. The company is now negotiating with other European broadcasters for similar output deals.
CBS Sets Two-Year Telecast Deal with Daytime Emmy Awards
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Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor The 50th annual Daytime Emmy Awards will air live June 16 on CBS and Paramount+. The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences unveiled the date as part of a new two-year telecast deal that the academy has set with CBS. “We are thrilled to be back with our incredible broadcast partner CBS for two years,” said Adam Sharp, president and CEO of NATAS. “In commemorating the show’s golden anniversary this year, we look forward to honoring and celebrating the beloved world of daytime television.” Mackenzie Mitchell, VP of specials, music and live events for CBS, added, “CBS has a storied history in daytime and we are delighted to continue having the Daytime Emmys on the network for the next two years.”
Last year, the 49th ceremony’s big winners included the soap opera “General Hospital” with six wins, with “The Kelly Clarkson Show” taking home the prize for best entertainment talk show. Both series are eligible for this year’s awards. The Daytime Emmy Awards have recognized outstanding achievements in television programming and crafts since 1974. In 2021, the NATAS and the Television Academy announced plans to realign the Daytime and Primetime awards to be organized by genre, as opposed to program airtime. In addition, 2022 marked the first annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, with relevant categories separating from the Daytime Emmys into their own competition and ceremony. All awards are judged by a pool of peer professionals from across the television industry. This comes as the Primetime Emmy Awards season is underway with shows like “Succession,” “Ted Lasso” and “Abbott Elementary” among the front-running series. Primetime Emmy Nominations voting runs from June 15-26, with
Legendary Sets Five-Year, $800 Million Credit Facility Led By J.P. Morgan
Dune producer Legendary Entertainment has secured an $800 million five-year credit facility led by J.P. Morgan, replacing an existing agreement with “improved and market-leading terms” that reflect its “profitability and success in executing its business plan,’ the company said.
‘Phantom of the Opera’ closes on Broadway after record-setting 35 year run
It’s the end of an era on Broadway as the long-running musical "The Phantom of the Opera" delivers its final performance. Sunday marked the show’s 13,981 performance, cementing its record as the longest running show in Broadway history.
Emmy Predictions: Supporting Actor (Drama) – Theo James and Alan Ruck Hope for First Noms Alongside Multiple Co-Stars
Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events. Predictions are updated every Thursday. Visit the prediction pages for the respective ceremonies via the links below:
Apple TV+ Strikes Major Multi-Year Content Deal With Canal+ In France
Apple TV+ has struck a multi-year content deal with Canal+ in France and will become available to all Canal+ subs in the nation plus other European territories.
CBS Sets Premiere Date for Musical Game Show ‘Superfan’ With Gloria Estefan, LL Cool J, Kelsea Ballerini
“Superfan,” a one-hour unscripted CBS game show that features diehard fans of six music superstars, including Gloria Estefan and LL Cool J, competing to be crowned that musician’s “superfan.” The six-episode series will debut on Friday, June 9 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on CBS, and will also be available to stream live and on demand on the CBS app and Paramount+, the network announced on Tuesday.
How That Shocking ‘Succession’ Twist Could Change This Year’s Emmy Race
Connor’s Wedding” to follow. The shock came early in the episode, when the children of media mogul Logan Roy (Brian Cox) learn that he has collapsed on an airplane and died.
Emmy Predictions: Lead Actor (Drama) – 30 Days Until Submission Deadline, So What Will ‘Succession’ Actors Choose for Themselves?
Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events. Predictions are updated every Thursday. Visit the prediction pages for the respective ceremonies via the links below:
Emmy Predictions: Lead Actress (Drama) – Jennifer Coolidge, Rhea Seehorn and Sarah Snook Could Call an Audible With Their Campaigns
Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events. Predictions are updated every Thursday. Visit the prediction pages for the respective ceremonies via the links below:
Dalai Lama issues apology after video shows him asking little boy to 'suck my tongue'
The Dalai Lama has issued an apology after a viral video showed him asking a young boy to "suck my tongue".
First 'soft heatwave' of the year could be on the way days after yellow weather warning
Greater Manchester could experience a ‘soft heatwave’ next week just days after a yellow warning for high winds is set to end.
J Dilla’s Net Worth Was Impacted By A Life-Threatening Illness Hospital Bills
J Dilla, born James Yancey, died on February 10, 2006, three days after his 32nd birthday. While he was a successful rapper, songwriter and producer, J Dilla’s net worth was affected by his illness.
Hear Drake sample Kim Kardashian on his first solo single for the year, ‘Search & Rescue’
Drake has returned with his first solo single for the year, a moody head-bopper titled ‘Search & Rescue’ – on which he samples Kim Kardashian.As revealed yesterday (April 6) after Drake previewed the song on SiriusXM Radio, Kardashian is sampled after the first chorus of ‘Search & Rescue’, with a snippet of the model and socialite talking about her separation from ex-husband Kanye West in 2021.The sample itself comes from the series finale of Keeping Up With The Kardashians, when she tells her mother (Kris Jenner): “I didn’t come this far, just to come this far and not be happy. Remember that.”Drake himself had a longstanding feud with West, which seemed to end after their joint headline performance at the “Free Larry Hoover” benefit concert in 2021.
CBS To Air Daytime Emmys Through 2024; Sets Date for 50th Annual Ceremony
CBS has extended its agreement with NATAS to air the Daytime Emmys through 2024.
Television Academy and CBS Renew 2-Year Deal for Daytime Emmys
In 2021, the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and the Television Academy reengineered the Daytime and Primetime Emmy Awards to be organized by content genre, as opposed to program airtime. And 2022 marked the first annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, with relevant categories separating from the Daytime Emmys into their own competition and ceremony.
Emmy Predictions: Lead Actor (Limited or TV Movie) – Is Daniel Radcliffe Too ‘Weird’ for the TV Academy?
Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events. Predictions are updated every Thursday. Visit the prediction pages for the respective ceremonies via the links below:
‘The Crowded Room’: Apple TV+ Limited Series Starring Tom Holland, Amanda Seyfried & Emmy Rossum Gets Premiere Date, First-Look Photos
Apple TV+ has set Friday, June 9 for the premiere of The Crowded Room, its upcoming limited series created by Oscar winner Akiva Goldsman (A Beautiful Mind). Tom Holland, who also executive produces, Amanda Seyfried and Emmy Rossum lead the ensemble cast. The first three episodes of the 10-episode series will drop on June 9, followed by one new episode weekly every Friday through July 28. The streamer also released the first images of the upcoming series (see above and below).
Inside Emmerdale's Nicky actor Lewis Cope's jet-setting life with glam girlfriend
Lewis Cope is a recent addition to the Emmerdale cast but it hasn't taken long for him to win over fans. The star plays Nicky, a childminder who succeeded in nabbing a job as a live in nanny at Home Farm in December 2022, and he's been a staple in the Dales ever since.
Kane and Katelyn Brown Get Emotional After Winning Video of the Year at the 2023 CMT Music Awards
Everything is bigger in Texas! Kane Brown and Katelyn Brown took home the top honor of Video of the Year at the 2023 CMT Music Awards on Sunday, April 2.
Hulu and FX are set to release J Dilla Documentary
J Dilla documentary is set to be released via the streaming platforms Hulu and TV network FX.The prolific producer is credited for changing the sound of hip-hop, proving influential to many – including the likes of Kanye West – with unique lo-fi style of beat-making and drum programming.A new documentary, called The Legacy of J Dilla, will be a part of The New York Times Presents series, produced with FX, and is described as “an intimate portrait” of Dilla’s life and legacy.‘The Legacy of J Dilla’ original documentary is coming to FX / Hulu on April 7th, courtesy of the New York Times. (via @checktherhyme1_) pic.twitter.com/LA508SBcTU— Andrew Barber (@fakeshoredrive) March 28, 2023It has been 15 years since the tragic passing of Dilla, and his family have now given The New York Times Presents full access to his life and story.