‘The Courtship’ Moves From NBC to USA Network

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorIn a move that sounds like a “Who’s on first?” routine, Shira Knishkowy is joining Another Management Company, leaving Spotify after three years to join the company that oversees the careers of such artists as Kurt Vile, Waxahatchee, Stephen Malkmus, Mary Timony, Snail Mail, Mdou Moctar and Horsegirl, as well as High on Fire, Protomartyr, Sheer Mag and others. Knishkowy’s artist-centric role at Spotify and previous multi-year roles at Matador Records, Partisan Records and Big Hassle Media make her a solid fit for her new role as artist manager and director of digital and creative strategy.Another co-founder Rennie Jaffe says, “I have ultimate confidence that Shira will take the relationships, skill-sets and most importantly the instincts she’s developed over the past 10+ years as a leading music publicist to quickly emerge as a world class artist manager.

Katy Perry shared a maternal moment with two moms-to-be during Sunday’s episode of “American Idol”. Contestants Haley Slaton and Sam Moss were paired up to sing a duet after Sam announced that she was, in fact, four months pregnant.

Katy Perry shared a maternal moment with two moms-to-be during Sunday's episode of  Contestants Haley Slaton and Sam Moss were paired up to sing a duet after Sam announced that she was, in fact, four months pregnant. «Since my audition, life has thrown me a huge curveball,» Sam shared. «Becoming a mom this year was not part of my plan, but it brings a whole new reason and motivation to continue to do what I love.» Haley, who had been pregnant during her initial audition, was in her eighth month during the pre-taped performance and both contestants struggled with emotions and endurance as they prepared for their duet of Robyn's «Dancing On My Own.» Katy pulled the women aside to give them a pep talk before the performance and the moment left her in tears. «My lifelong thing is I'm never enough,» Katy shared with the singers.

NBCUniversal is developing a fictional series based on the beind-the-scenes goings on in wrestling culture with producers from the WWE. It’s titled “Pinned.”The show is being described as an “adrenalized upstairs-downstairs soap that gives a behind-the-scenes look at a fictional wrestling promotion and the unforgettable characters that populate it,” per NBCU.

Legends & Lies, a Kelsey Grammer-narrated series featuring dramatizations of moments in American history, is among the new projects on Fox Business Network’s primetime slate, with a second season debuting on April 25.

suicide and discrimination at the Oscars 2022 tonight (March 27).The actor won the award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her part in The Eyes Of Tammy Faye.While accepting the award, Chastain made reference to the difficulties of the last two years and the injustices being faced by many around the world.“Right now, we are coming out of a lot of difficult times that have been filled with a lot of trauma and isolation,” she said. “And so many people out there feel hopelessness and they feel alone.

Sharing her support. While Mila Kunis was on hand to present at the 2022 Oscars, she made sure to vocalize her support of Ukraine amid the Russian invasion.

Former Food Network host and celebrity chef David Ruggerio has come out with a startling revelation – he had a secret life as a made man in the mafia, participating in several murders, drug dealing, extortion, fraud and other crimes.

Finneas has shared his first music of 2022 with new single ‘Naked’, which sees him bust some impressive dance moves – you can view the video below.The track is the first from Billie Eilish‘s brother and collaborator since his debut album ‘Optimist’ was released last October.The song focuses on a break up as he sings: “Ended back in early ’18/ We didn’t want the same thing / I don’t like the taste of cigarettes or your complaining,” before he admits: “I can’t believe you’ve seen me naked.”It follows his recent cover of Bon Iver‘s 2008 track ‘Flume’ for Spotify Singles and the three songs he wrote with Eilish for Disney‘s soundtrack to their new film Turning Red.Reviewing Finneas’ debut solo album ‘Optimist’ upon its release last year, NME said: “He made his name producing and writing for his megastar sister Billie Eilish, and now it’s Finneas’ turn to step into the spotlight. ‘Optimist’ has been a long time coming – it follows a whopping 23 singles released since 2016 – and fully justifies why he’s become the industry’s producer du jour.“The record takes two paths to do that – classic, timeless pop songwriting and something more modern and cutting-edge.

Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterNBC’s “American Song Contest” series premiere was topped by a new episode of ABC’s “American Idol” Monday, according to early Nielsen data.The two-hour debut of NBC’s U.S. adaptation of the European mega hit “Eurovision Song Contest” averaged a 0.5 rating among adults 18-49 and 2.892 million viewers while airing live from 8-10 p.m., per Nielsen’s fast-affiliate ratings. Meanwhile, “Idol” averaged a 0.7 key demo rating and 5.1465 million viewers during that same window.“American Song Contest” is a live show for the East Coast, but airs tape delayed for the West Coast.

American Song Contest premieres tonight!

Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterWith the 65 years “Eurovision Song Contest” has under its belt, NBC’s U.S. adaptation of the worldwide phenomenon has a lot to live up to on day one. Luckily, “American Song Contest” also has the full-backing of the OG show’s production powerhouse  and a team of Eurovision fanatics preparing for its weekly two-hour live shows hosted by Kelly Clarkson and Snoop Dogg, beginning with Monday’s 8 p.m.

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer“American Song Contest” has revealed its detailed online and TikTok voting procedures and the 56 members of its expert jury panel, including Isaac Slade, Matt Pinfield and Jose Tillan, ahead of the U.S. adaptation of “Eurovision’s” big two-hour debut Monday on NBC, Variety has learned exclusively.Hosted by Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson, the all-live “American Song Contest” will feature 56 artists representing the 50 states, five U.S.

The Inbetweeners actress Emily Atack has given fans a glimpse inside her swanky kitchen in her new London pad. The Celebrity Juice star, 32, revealed that she’d moved into the lavish property back in January, making it the third move in 18 months. And now, after spending months putting her own stamp on the home, Emily has taken to Instagram to give her 1.8 million followers a sneak peek of the glam decor.The TV personality’s kitchen is bright and airy and boasts a monochrome colour palette.

The Courtship is ending its date with NBC. The reality dating format has been pulled from the NBC lineup and moved to USA Network.

Marilyn Miglin, the Chicago beauty mogul who rose to fame as a host of the Home Shopping Network and was thrust into the national limelight again in 1997 when her husband Lee Miglin was murdered by Gianni Versace killer Andrew Cunanan, died in Chicago Monday. She was 83.

Emily Longeretta The “New Amsterdam” cast is scrubbing out. The series, which is currently airing its 22-episode fourth season, will end after Season 5, Variety confirms.

Magnolia Network's Joanna Gaines has shared an adorable video of her youngest son wishing his plants "good night".MORE: Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's lavish Nashville home could rival a palace"Before the sun sets, he tells his little plants good night and to not let the (bed) bugs bite!" she captioned the post which had fans fawning over the "gentle" way he treated the plants.WATCH: Magnolia Network's Joanna Gaines shares adorable video of youngest son saying 'good night' to his plants"This is the sweetest, cutest thing ever!!!! He's so gentle with his little plants," commented one fan as another added: "No wonder they’re so beautiful.""We need more love like this in the world right now," shared another.MORE: Inside Gayle King's jaw-dropping $7.1m Manhattan penthouseJoanna and her husband Chip have five children, Drake, 17, 15-year-old Ella, 13-year-old son Duke, Emmie, 11, and three-year-old Crew. Crew is often featured on her social channels, and last month she posted an adorable family video that had fans all calling her youngest son the spitting image of her husband Chip."Snow days at the farm are the best days," Joanna captioned the video that saw Crew wrapped up warm against the snowstorm that had hit Texas.