Rafael Gomez to Head Business Affairs for AMC Networks

Will Thorne Staff WriterAMC has found the two execs to lead its scripted efforts going forward.The company has promoted Carrie Gillogly and Emma Miller, both whom have been longterm development executives at AMC, to new roles as co-heads of scripted series.

Denise Petski Senior Managing EditorAMC Networks has promoted longtime development executives Carrie Gillogly and Emma Miller to co-heads of AMC scripted series. The new positions expand the responsibilities for Gillogly, who also serves as SVP of scripted programming, and Miller, SVP of scripted development.

Dade Hayes Finance EditorShudder, the streaming service focused on horror, thrillers and the supernatural, said Tuesday it has passed the 1 million subscriber mark.AMC Networks launched Shudder in 2015. The company has pursued a niche streaming strategy, a contrast with larger media rivals launching mass-audience services like HBO Max, Peacock and Disney+.

Peter White Television EditorUMC, the AMC Networks-backed streamer, has found its cast for multi-camera comedy Millennials.Kyle Massey (That’s So Raven), Keraun Harris (Insecure), Philip Bolden (Are We There Yet?), Aaron Grady (Everybody Hates Chris) and Teresa Celeste (Wild N’ Out) will lead the cast of the series, which is centered around the lives of four 20-something roommates and their neighbor across the hall as they navigate the chaos of being young and finding success in LA.Massey plays

Selena Gomez is using this time of quarantine to focus on how she can make a difference in the wider world, even from the comfort of her own home. Earlier this month, during an interview on Variety and iHeart's podcast, "The Big Ticket," Gomez shared that this time alone has allowed her to have "the opportunity to learn a lot about my country in ways that I never have before."In a display of activism, Gomez shared a message that she sent to Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg and Sheryl Sandberg.

Selena Gomez has revealed a letter she wrote to Facebook’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mark Zuckerberg, and Chief Operating Officer, Sheryl Sandberg, calling on them to stop hate speech groups online. Posting a screenshot of the direct Instagram message she sent to the company leaders to her 193 million followers, the 28-year-old wrote plainly.

Selena Gomez has shared a private message she sent to Facebook executives.Posting on Instagram Stories yesterday (September 19), Gomez called on executives to do more to stop the spread of hate and misinformation on the site.“We have a serious problem,” Gomez began, adding: “Facebook and Instagram are being used to spread hate, misinformation, racism, and bigotry.”She continued: “I am calling you both to HELP STOP THIS.

Selena Gomez, one of the most influential stars on social media, went public Friday night with a private message she sent to Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg and Sheryl Sandberg.

Selena Gomez reached out to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and COO Sheryl Sandberg to share her concerns over how the social media platform is being weaponized.

Selena Gomez reached out to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and COO Sheryl Sandberg to share her concerns over how the social media platform is being weaponized.

Jill Goldsmith Co-Business EditorExpanding a hugely popular franchise, AMC Networks is launching a new channel on Twitch, The Walking Dead Universe, in partnership with the popular Amazon-owned live-streaming service.AMC said Thursday it will produce live original programming with fans able interact via Twitch, which started as a gaming platform but has expanded into all kinds of live streaming content with a strong social media component.

Cable mogul Charles Dolan will step down as executive chairman of AMC Networks, with the 93-year old shifting to a chairman emeritus role. In his place, Dolan's son James Dolan will become chairman of the company, which owns AMC, IFC, Sundance Channel and BBC America.

Jill Goldsmith Co-Business EditorAMC Networks, in a pair of SEC filings Tuesday, said cable pioneer and family patriarch Charles Dolan, is stepping down as executive chairman of its board of directors and that it’s planning to buy back up to $250 million in stockCharles Dolan will become chairman emeritus.

Cynthia Littleton Business EditorCharles Dolan has stepped down as executive chairman of AMC Networks, marking the end of an era for the cable industry.Dolan, 93, ranks among the earliest pioneers of cable TV. The telecom entrepreneur had the foresight to wire parts of Manhattan for cable service in the 1960s and in 1971 launch the pay TV service that became HBO.

Jill Goldsmith Co-Business EditorIn a lively morning of executive shuffles, AMC Networks said Sean Sullivan, chief financial officer, will be jumping to SirusXM in mid-October, as the satellite broadcaster announced that its CEO Jim Meyer and its CFO David Frear are both stepping down. AMC Networks said it will appoint an interim CFO or successor prior to Sullivan’s departure.SiriusXM said Meyer will retire on December 31 and Jennifer Witz, president, Sales, Marketing and Operations, will take

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorJean Chi is joining Spotify in the newly created role of global head of podcast business affairs, as the audio and music streaming continues to bulk up on podcasts.At Spotify, Chi will oversee the dealmaking process for the company’s Spotify Studios, Gimlet, Parcast, and Ringer operations, assuming the leadership of the growing worldwide business affairs team.

Jill Goldsmith Co-Business EditorThe FCC Monday granted AMC Networks’ motion to withdraw a complaint filed last month against AT&T that accused the media giant of abusing its market clout and favoring its own networks after merging with Time Warner.The complaint was withdraw after the two sides reached a new carriage agreement, according to an industry source.The Walking Dead parent alleged AT&T favors its own competing networks including HBO and TNT by insisting on “discriminatory” terms to