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Tyler Perry Expands Netflix Deal to Include TV Series; ‘Beauty in Black’ First Series Ordered - variety.com
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12.02.2024

Tyler Perry Expands Netflix Deal to Include TV Series; ‘Beauty in Black’ First Series Ordered

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Tyler Perry is expanding his deal with Netflix, adding TV series to the mix. Netflix announced Monday that it had added a multi-year, first-look series pact with Perry to the previous feature film pact he sealed in October with the streamer. As part of the expanded relationship with Netflix, Perry is developing the 16-episode hour-long drama “Beauty in Black,” which he will write, direct and executive produce.

CrimeCon Announces Timetable for 3rd Annual Clue Awards, Opens Submissions - variety.com - Tennessee
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12.02.2024

CrimeCon Announces Timetable for 3rd Annual Clue Awards, Opens Submissions

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large CrimeCon has announced its call for submissions for the 3rd annual Clue Awards, which will take place on Saturday, June 1, in Nashville, Tenn. The awards ceremony takes place as part of the three-day 2024 CrimeCon at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center.

PBS President/CEO Paula Kerger Gives Public Broadcasting Budget Update and Explains Its Unique Streaming Setup - variety.com - Washington
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12.02.2024

PBS President/CEO Paula Kerger Gives Public Broadcasting Budget Update and Explains Its Unique Streaming Setup

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large It’s a semi-annual tradition during the PBS executive session at the Television Critics Assn.: Asking president/CEO Paula Kerger about the state of funding for the public broadcaster. And so it went on Monday, during the public broadcaster’s portion of the winter 2024 press tour — and despite the ongoing gridlock in Washington, Kerger said things, at least for now, are going “OK.” “We are advanced funded, and that we always have been,” Kerger told reporters. “And the idea behind it is that you need to know that when you finish a project, you’re going to actually have the funds for it.

Marlee Matlin Blasts CBS for Not Showing ASL Performers at Super Bowl: ‘Absolutely Shocked’ - variety.com - city Sanchez
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12.02.2024

Marlee Matlin Blasts CBS for Not Showing ASL Performers at Super Bowl: ‘Absolutely Shocked’

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Deaf artists Anjel Piñero, Shaheem Sanchez and Daniel Durant were set to perform ASL during this year’s Super Bowl — but viewers watching the CBS telecast may not have actually seen them on air. That’s according to Oscar winner and Deaf actor Marlee Matlin, who expressed her frustration with the network on social media. “I am absolutely SHOCKED at CBS for introducing the Deaf performers at today’s pregame #SuperBowl and then not showing even one second (or more) of their performance… as has been tradition for the last 30 years.

Emmys Move Back to Sunday, as ABC Reveals 2024 Ceremony Date - variety.com - Los Angeles - city Pasadena
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10.02.2024

Emmys Move Back to Sunday, as ABC Reveals 2024 Ceremony Date

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large The 76th Emmy Awards have been given an official airdate: Sunday, Sept. 15 at 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m.

The End of Peak TV: 516 Original Scripted Series Aired in 2023, a 14% Dip, FX’s John Landgraf Says - variety.com
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09.02.2024

The End of Peak TV: 516 Original Scripted Series Aired in 2023, a 14% Dip, FX’s John Landgraf Says

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Peak TV has finally peaked. At FX‘s portion of the Television Critics Assn. press tour on Friday, chairman John Landgraf revealed his research team’s annual tally of adult original scripted series across U.S.

Media Talent Discovery App Husslup Moves From Beta Phase to Public Launch - variety.com
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29.01.2024

Media Talent Discovery App Husslup Moves From Beta Phase to Public Launch

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Media talent discovery app Husslup has moved from invite-only beta phase to a public launch of its service. The app, which allows allows media industry users a database to find above- and below-the-line freelancers for hire, has also introduced a demographic report of hires for companies to achieve their diversity goals.

Bert Kreischer Signs Netflix Deal for Two More Stand-Up Comedy Specials (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Australia - New Zealand - USA - Florida - Canada - Jordan - Russia - county Stone
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27.01.2024

Bert Kreischer Signs Netflix Deal for Two More Stand-Up Comedy Specials (EXCLUSIVE)

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Comedian Bert Kreischer is sticking with Netflix, signing with the streamer to film two more stand-up comedy specials. This reps the fourth and fifth specials for Kreischer at Netflix, following “Razzle Dazzle” (2023), “Hey Big Boy” (2020), and “Secret Time” (2018). The first of the two specials will be filmed by Kreischer at the Mahaffey Theater in St.

‘So You Think You Can Dance’: JoJo Siwa Replaces Nigel Lythgoe as Judge Following His Sexual Assault Lawsuits - variety.com
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26.01.2024

‘So You Think You Can Dance’: JoJo Siwa Replaces Nigel Lythgoe as Judge Following His Sexual Assault Lawsuits

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large JoJo Siwa is returning to “So You Think You Can Dance” as a judge for the show’s reimagined Season 18. Siwa, who was previously a judge on the show’s Season 17 in 2022, replaces Nigel Lythgoe — who stepped down earlier this month in the wake of two lawsuits accusing him of sexual assault. Siwa will now join choreographer Allison Holker and pro dancer Maksim Chmerkovskiy on the show’s judging panel.

Discovery Channel Boss Howard Lee Reveals New Programming Slate: More Blood, More Sweat and Many More Tears (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com
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26.01.2024

Discovery Channel Boss Howard Lee Reveals New Programming Slate: More Blood, More Sweat and Many More Tears (EXCLUSIVE)

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Discovery Channel’s hit franchises, like “Gold Rush” and “Deadliest Catch,” featured plenty of blood and sweat. But where were the tears? That’s something Howard Lee immediately began asking, upon taking control of the network at the end of 2022. After Lee was handed the keys to Discovery that December, “I spent my entire Christmas vacation devouring, scrutinizing, every single Discovery Channel show and familiarizing myself with it, like a fanboy.

Planet 365 Launches ‘Brandit247’ Marketing Initiative for Local TV Stations - variety.com - Texas - Boston
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25.01.2024

Planet 365 Launches ‘Brandit247’ Marketing Initiative for Local TV Stations

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large TV promo firm Planet 365 has created a new service dubbed “Brandit247” and targeted at local TV stations with limited marketing departments and resources. The marketing content would be tailored for the station, which can then insert footage of its on-air team and other local elements.

James Corden’s New SiriusXM Series Reveals Launch Date, First Guests (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com
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25.01.2024

James Corden’s New SiriusXM Series Reveals Launch Date, First Guests (EXCLUSIVE)

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large James Corden’s new SiriusXM interview series “This Life of Mine with James Corden” will launch Feb. 1 on a new channel dubbed “Stars” (Channel 109), as well as on the satcaster’s app. SiriusXM was set to announce the premiere date on Thursday, along with the inaugural list of guests: Martin Scorsese, Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Tom Ford, Jeremy Renner, David Beckham, Billy Porter, Julianne Moore and Odell Beckham Jr.

Amazon Freevee’s ‘Judy Justice’ Repeats to Be Syndicated This Fall Via Local TV Stations in Key U.S. Markets - variety.com
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24.01.2024

Amazon Freevee’s ‘Judy Justice’ Repeats to Be Syndicated This Fall Via Local TV Stations in Key U.S. Markets

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Judge Judy Sheindlin is heading back to linear TV — again. Amazon MGM Studios and Sox Entertainment have scored a multi-year broadcast syndication deal with station groups in more than 100 U.S. broadcast markets, including Nexstar, Sunbeam, Cox Media, Weigel and Mission Broadcasting, to premiere repeats of Amazon Freevee’s “Judy Justice” in syndication.

‘The Morning Show’s’ Charlotte Stoudt to Receive Variety’s Showrunner Award at SCAD TVfest - variety.com - Atlanta
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24.01.2024

‘The Morning Show’s’ Charlotte Stoudt to Receive Variety’s Showrunner Award at SCAD TVfest

Michaela Zee Charlotte Stoudt, showrunner of Apple TV+’s hit “The Morning Show,” will receive the Variety Showrunner Award at the 12th annual SCAD TVfest. The festival returns this year in Atlanta from Feb.

Warner Bros.’ Channing Dungey Talks ‘Harry Potter’ TV Show Status, ‘Ted Lasso’ Future, ‘Golden Bachelorette’ Hopes and More (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com
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22.01.2024

Warner Bros.’ Channing Dungey Talks ‘Harry Potter’ TV Show Status, ‘Ted Lasso’ Future, ‘Golden Bachelorette’ Hopes and More (EXCLUSIVE)

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Channing Dungey first joined Warner Bros. TV Group as chairman in late 2020 — right in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, which made for an interesting first year on the job. Then came the Warner Media-Discovery merger in 2022, and the restructuring that came with it.

Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon ‘Texting Everyday’ About ‘Big Little Lies’ Season 3 - variety.com - New York - Taylor - Hong Kong
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22.01.2024

Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon ‘Texting Everyday’ About ‘Big Little Lies’ Season 3

Elizabeth Taylor “Big Little Lies” Season 3 is coming along nicely. “We’re at work on it,” Nicole Kidman told Variety Sunday night at the New York premiere of her new series “Expats.” Kidman says she and Reese Witherspoon are “texting every day” about the third season. “And there’s a timeline and we’re doing it.” She laughed when asked for more details.

‘True Detective: Night Country’ Episode 2 Analysis: Did They Already Reveal the Killer? Our Latest Burning Questions and Observations - variety.com - state Alaska
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22.01.2024

‘True Detective: Night Country’ Episode 2 Analysis: Did They Already Reveal the Killer? Our Latest Burning Questions and Observations

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large SPOILER ALERT: This article discusses plot points in Episode 2 of “True Detective: Night Country,” titled “Part 2.” One of Liz Danvers’ favorite sayings its “shit bowl.” And the case of the eight missing men from an Alaska research station — and how it relates to the earlier murder of Native midwife and activist Annie Kowtok — is an absolute “shit bowl.” “True Detective: Night Country” is slowly peeling back details behind the show’s Season 4 mystery, and in Episode 2, there’s one name that rocketed to the top of the list of suspects. In last week’s premiere, viewers were introduced to Liz Danvers (Jodie Foster) and Evangeline Navarro (Kali Reis), two law enforcement officers in the fictional mining town of Ennis, Alaska. The duo aren’t exactly pals, as Navarro believes Danvers dropped the ball in investigating the murder of Annie.

PBS SoCal Rebrands Sister Public Broadcaster KCET As ‘PBS SoCal Plus’ - variety.com - Los Angeles - Los Angeles - Beyond
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20.01.2024

PBS SoCal Rebrands Sister Public Broadcaster KCET As ‘PBS SoCal Plus’

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large “KCET” is infinitely no more. Well, sort of. The Los Angeles-based public broadcaster still exists, and “KCET” remains its legal call letters.

HBO’s Casey Bloys on ‘Big Little Lies’ Season 3, How Pedro Pascal’s Injury Impacts ‘The Last of Us’ and Whether ‘Euphoria’ Will End Next Season - variety.com - county Monterey
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17.01.2024

HBO’s Casey Bloys on ‘Big Little Lies’ Season 3, How Pedro Pascal’s Injury Impacts ‘The Last of Us’ and Whether ‘Euphoria’ Will End Next Season

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large As the possibility of a third season of “Big Little Lies” picks up steam, HBO and Max content chairman/CEO Casey Bloys is ready for it. Bloys confirmed to Variety that he has heard “a little bit about the idea. I think it could be great.” “Big Little Lies” stars and executive producers Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman have teased the prospect of a new season of the series — which last aired in 2019 — while speaking to reporters in recent weeks.

CBS’ Taylor Tomlinson Late Night Series ‘After Midnight’ Premieres: ‘It’s Gonna Be Fun, Right?’ - variety.com - Hollywood
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17.01.2024

CBS’ Taylor Tomlinson Late Night Series ‘After Midnight’ Premieres: ‘It’s Gonna Be Fun, Right?’

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large CBS gave its new late night series “After Midnight” a bit of a soft launch on Tuesday night, premiering the show with minimal fanfare in its 12:37 a.m. timeslot behind “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” Comedian Taylor Tomlinson hosts the series, which tapes on the Paramount lot in Hollywood. The decision to keep the “After Midnight” premiere lowkey is by design: Allow the new show to find its voice over the next few weeks, prior to the Super Bowl and return of first-run scripted series in February, when more eyeballs will be back at the broadcast networks.

KABC President/GM Cheryl Fair Announces Retirement After 50 Years With ABC Stations - variety.com - Los Angeles - Chad
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17.01.2024

KABC President/GM Cheryl Fair Announces Retirement After 50 Years With ABC Stations

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Cheryl Fair, the president and general manager of ABC-owned KABC Los Angeles, is departing ABC’s owned TV stations group after 50 years with the company. Fair, who has spent the last 30 years at KABC and before that, 20 years at WPVI Philadelphia, revealed the news to staff on Tuesday. Attending the meeting to share the news were Debra OConnell, president of Disney Entertainment TV’s networks and TV business operations, and Chad Matthews, the president of ABC Owned Television Stations.

Kieran Culkin Tells Wife ‘I Want More’ Kids in Emotional Emmys Victory Speech - variety.com
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16.01.2024

Kieran Culkin Tells Wife ‘I Want More’ Kids in Emotional Emmys Victory Speech

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large “Succession” star Kieran Culkin won the Emmy on Monday night for outstanding actor in a drama series. The win was Culkin’s first Emmy for playing the younger Roman Roy on the hit HBO series, which ended its run last May after four seasons. The actor used the moment to thank his costars, the show’s creators, his mother, his manager — and shoot his shot for more kids with his wife, Jazz Charton.

The Golden Globes Recovered, and So Will Jo Koy — Despite That Open - variety.com - USA - county Story - Philippines
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15.01.2024

The Golden Globes Recovered, and So Will Jo Koy — Despite That Open

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large In other words, Jo Koy is OK. Still, with that kind of global platform, his misstep stung a bit. This was a milestone for the comedian, and his hiring was a proud moment for many Filipino Americans — a group often ignored by Hollywood.

Chuck Lorre Honored With Norman Lear Award, Jokes About His Failed ‘My Little Pony’ Past at Variety’s Annual Showrunners Dinner - variety.com
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12.01.2024

Chuck Lorre Honored With Norman Lear Award, Jokes About His Failed ‘My Little Pony’ Past at Variety’s Annual Showrunners Dinner

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Variety’s annual Showrunners Dinner presented by A+E Studios on Thursday night gathered writers recognized on the publication’s annual TV Producers Impact List, as well as several of this year’s Emmy nominees. In addition, megaproducer Chuck Lorre (“The Big Bang Theory,” “Mom,” “Bookie”) was honored with Variety’s first Norman Lear Award.

The CW Unveils New Branding Look, Dropping the ‘The’ and Embracing a ‘Hot Sauce’ Color Palette (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com
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12.01.2024

The CW Unveils New Branding Look, Dropping the ‘The’ and Embracing a ‘Hot Sauce’ Color Palette (EXCLUSIVE)

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large The CW is spicing up its look. Timed to Sunday’s airing of the Critics Choice Awards, the Nexstar-run netlet is unveiling an “evolution” in its logo and brand identity. That includes a new red-orange color palette that the network calls “CW hot sauce.” “The CW is in the middle of a brand transformation, and a new network deserves a new look and feel,” The CW chief marketing officer Chris Spadaccini said.

‘Young Sheldon’ Spinoff in the Works at CBS, Focusing on New Parents Georgie and Mandy - variety.com - Jordan - Montana
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12.01.2024

‘Young Sheldon’ Spinoff in the Works at CBS, Focusing on New Parents Georgie and Mandy

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large “Young Sheldon” may be ending its run, but that’s not the end of the line for “The Big Bang Theory” universe. According to insiders, CBS is nearing a deal with Warner Bros. TV for a direct-to-series order on a “Young Sheldon” spinoff that focuses on the characters of Georgie and Mandy.

‘On Patrol: Live’ Gets Another 90-Episode Pickup, Keeping It on Reelz Through January 2025 - variety.com - county Hubbard
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12.01.2024

‘On Patrol: Live’ Gets Another 90-Episode Pickup, Keeping It on Reelz Through January 2025

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Reelz has given another 90-episode order to “On Patrol: Live,” which will keep the weekend franchise on the network through January 2025. The series, hosted and executive produced by Dan Abrams, has been a hit for the small cabler — as Variety recently noted in its ranker of 2023’s top-rated broadcast and cable networks. “Since picking up the series, which was essentially a revival of A&E’s canceled ‘Live PD,’ Reelz has seen its average ratings shoot up dramatically,” Variety wrote last month.

CBS’ Mitch Graham Continues Unscripted Oversight, Mackenzie Mitchell Takes Specials As Jack Sussman Exits - variety.com
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10.01.2024

CBS’ Mitch Graham Continues Unscripted Oversight, Mackenzie Mitchell Takes Specials As Jack Sussman Exits

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large CBS has firmed up its unscripted and specials oversight as Jack Sussman, the Eye net’s exec VP of specials, music, live events and alternative programming, departs next month. Mitch Graham, who has been running unscripted under Sussman, will continue to do so, while Mackenzie Mitchell will head up specials as VP of that division.

CBS Specials/Alternative Head Jack Sussman Departs, Moves Back to Producing - variety.com
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10.01.2024

CBS Specials/Alternative Head Jack Sussman Departs, Moves Back to Producing

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Jack Sussman is exiting CBS after more than 25 years. The exec, who first joined CBS in 1998 as head of CBS Specials, has served as executive vice president of specials, music and live events at CBS Entertainment since March 2006, adding responsibility for all alternative programming in 2020. He won’t be straying too far from the Eye network, however: Moving forward, Sussman will segue into a role as EP for The Tony Awards and The Kennedy Center Honors starting in 2024.

Tyler Perry’s BET Series Library to Be Made Available for FAST, SVOD and Other Platforms (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - USA - Las Vegas
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10.01.2024

Tyler Perry’s BET Series Library to Be Made Available for FAST, SVOD and Other Platforms (EXCLUSIVE)

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Tyler Perry‘s catalog of BET series, including “Tyler Perry’s Sistas,” “Tyler Perry’s The Oval” and “Tyler Perry’s House of Payne,” is hitting the off-net market. BET was set to announce on Wednesday at the CES convention in Las Vegas that its library of Tyler Perry original series will soon be available for licensing and syndication by third-party platforms, including SVOD, AVOD, FAST and broadcast.

‘Succession’ Leads 2024 DGA Awards Television Nominations, Scoring Four Drama Slots - variety.com - China - USA
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09.01.2024

‘Succession’ Leads 2024 DGA Awards Television Nominations, Scoring Four Drama Slots

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large “Succession,” “Lessons in Chemistry,” “The Bear,” “Ted Lasso” and “American Born Chinese” are among the frontrunners as the Directors Guild of America has announced the 2024 nominees in television categories, including Dramatic Series; Comedy Series; Movies for Television and Limited Series; Variety/Talk/News/Sports – Regularly Scheduled Programming; Variety/Talk/News/Sports – Specials; Reality Program, as well as for children’s programs, commercials and documentary. “Succession” led all series with four nominations, dominating the drama category with all but one entry.

‘The Boys,’ ‘Succession’ Land Most Honors at Astra TV Awards (FULL WINNERS LIST) - variety.com - Los Angeles
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09.01.2024

‘The Boys,’ ‘Succession’ Land Most Honors at Astra TV Awards (FULL WINNERS LIST)

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Amazon Prime Video’s “The Boys” led all series at Monday night’s Astra TV Awards, scoring six trophies — including best streaming drama series. HBO’s “Succession” was close behind with five wins, including best cale drama series.

Medhi Hasan Exits MSNBC Following Show Cancellation - variety.com
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08.01.2024

Medhi Hasan Exits MSNBC Following Show Cancellation

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Medhi Hasan is exiting MSNBC. The anchor, whose final show on the news cabler aired on Sunday, announced his exit at the end of the telecast. The news came after MSNBC late last year that it had canceled the outspoken Hasan’s show.

Jeremy Allen White Wins Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a TV Comedy or Musical - variety.com - Italy - Chicago
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08.01.2024

Jeremy Allen White Wins Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a TV Comedy or Musical

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Jeremy Allen White has won his second consecutive Golden Globe for the hit FX series “The Bear,” once again landing the honor for best actor in a television series — musical or comedy. White won the Globe last year as well for playing Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto, the five-star chef who returns home to Chicago and this season aims to turn his family’s Italian beef restaurant into a high-class dining establishment.

TV Academy Returns the Variety Series Writing Emmy to Telecast - variety.com
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04.01.2024

TV Academy Returns the Variety Series Writing Emmy to Telecast

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large After Writers Guild of America waged a protest regarding the Television Academy‘s decision to move the outstanding writing for a variety series or special categories out of the upcoming Emmy telecast, the TV Academy has reversed course. In a joint release sent out today, the Television Academy, Fox and the WGA said they were “happy to announce they have reached an agreement to include the Writing for a Variety Series category in the 75th Emmy Awards telecast airing live on Fox on January 15, 2024, at 8pm EST / 5pm PST.” Because this year’s Primetime Emmys has moved the variety special (live) category into the telecast (it was on the Creative Arts show last year), the TV Academy was likely looking to keep the telecast capped at 25 awards, so something had to fall out.

Jo Koy on His Last-Minute Golden Globes Gig: ‘It’s Been a Crash Course in Hosting’ - variety.com - Philippines
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03.01.2024

Jo Koy on His Last-Minute Golden Globes Gig: ‘It’s Been a Crash Course in Hosting’

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large When Jo Koy was announced as Golden Globes host on Dec. 21, it was just a little over two weeks to air. “When they asked me, it was an immediate yes, I couldn’t believe this was happening,” Koy tells Variety.

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