• Wed, December 18, 2024

by: Variety

How D.C. Regulators Made 2024 the Year That Big Hollywood Deals Didn't Happen

Dealmakers were behind some of the biggest headlines in showbiz, but hostility from D.C. regulators made 2024 a slow year for M&A

by: Mumbrella

The 2024 roundup: These were the standout media pitches of the year

Frustrations over the state of pitching have grown over the past year, with many arguing the process has significantly worsened.Defined as the competitive process through which advertising agencies and consultancies win new business,

by: Sports Illustrated

Atlanta Braves Announce New TV Deal with Gray Media

Select Atlanta Braves games will be available outside to fans across the southeast region without needing FanDuel Sports Network

by: manilatimes

Winvest Group Limited Stock Leaves the Pink And Makes the Leap to OTCQB

Winvest Group Limited (OTCQB: WNLV) ("Winvest"), an investment holding company with diverse media, entertainment, and technology portfolios, is thrilled to announce that its stock - currently traded on the OTC Markets under the ticker WNLV - was upgraded from "Pink Sheets" status to OTCQB,

by: The Christian Post

Disney's Pixar abandons trans storyline in new 'Win or Lose' series

The Walt Disney Company is pulling the plug on an LGBT-related storyline in one of its upcoming children s programs as backlash to the company s embrace of LGBT ideology continues

by: Yahoo

Sydney Sweeney Shuts Down Body-Shaming Trolls With Sizzling Snaps From Daring Photoshoot

Sydney Sweeney has shared some daring rooftop photos while simply wearing an unbuttoned cardigan and showcasing her toned figure.

by: Business Insider

Morgan Stanley swaps Spotify for Disney as top media pick into 2025

by: Rolling Out

Will Ashanti and Nelly welcome another baby?

Ashanti and Nelly continue to captivate attention as speculation grows about a potential second addition to their family.

by: MSN

Yailin Leaks Messages with Anuel AA Calling Him a "Bad Father" and a "Narcissist"

The Dominican artist caught the attention of press by leaking text messages between her and her ex-husband and father of her child, the Puerto Rican artist Anuel AA.

by: Yahoo

Taylor Swift Celebrated 35th Birthday With an Eras Tour-Themed Bash: Inside Her Epic Party

This night is sparkling! Taylor Swift celebrated her 35th birthday in style with an epic Eras tour-themed celebration with her closest friends, including boyfriend Travis Kelce. Taylor, 35, was seen in photos shared by Brittany Mahomes on Wednesday,

by: MSN

Korean Entertainment's Most Talked-About Splits in 2024

Love was in the air—and then it wasn't—for Korean entertainment's biggest stars in 2024, as the industry witnessed some of its most dramatic relationship sagas yet. SM Entertainment's rising idol Karina and heartthrob actor Lee Jae Wook's romance began at Milan Fashion Week on January 14th.

by: MSN

Why Paramount Global (PARA) Is the Best News and Digital Media Stock to Buy

We recently published a list of the 12 Best News and Digital Media Stocks To Buy. In this article, we are going to look at where Paramount Global (NASDAQ:PARA) stands against other news and digital media stocks to buy now.

by: Yahoo

Cardi B Demands Offset Signs Divorce Papers Amid Heated Social Media Exchange: 'You Sound Like a Dummy'

The Grammy-winning rapper didn't take kindly to Offset's suggestions and Cardi hopped on X Spaces, claiming she gave Set "spite time" and "attention for one day" but it didn't mean anything as far as a possible future together.

by: MSN

Despite Wild Tale, Video Doesn't Show Coca-Cola Truck Holding Children Captive

A video shared on social media showed not a crime scene but rather a police-run toy drive at a mall, with Coca-Cola serving as one of its sponsors.

by: MSN

Is Gannett Co., Inc. (GCI) the Best News and Digital Media Stock to Buy?

We recently published a list of the 12 Best News and Digital Media Stocks To Buy. In this article, we are going to look at where Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE:GCI) stands against other news and digital media stocks to buy now.

by: MSN

Kai Trump Pokes Fun at Grandpa and Reveals Celeb Crush

Kai Trump gave a glimpse into her life as President-elect Donald Trump's granddaughter in a new video, sharing her reaction to his election victory to what thinks of how the media portrays him. In the video published Tuesday,
  • Thu, December 19, 2024

by: Times Union

British YouTuber and rapper Yung Filly admits to reckless driving in Australia while awaiting trial

PERTH, Australia (AP) — A British YouTuber and rapper known as Yung Filly admitted in an Australian court on Thursday to reckless driving while he was awaiting trial on charges of raping a woman three months ago.

by: Cinema Blend

45 Last Minute Christmas Gifts For Entertainment Fans Across Streaming Services, LEGO, VPNs, Games Consoles, And TVs

Starz: $10.99 $3 A Month For First 3 Months Your entertainment is all sorted through STARZ, with a bunch of great movies and TV boxsets, including Outlander, The Couple Next Door, Three Women, and Ghostbusters: Afterlife. Usually setting you back $10.99 a month, you can lock in this price for your first three months.

by: Video Games Chronicle

Sony is now Kadokawa's largest shareholder

Sony president Hiroki Totoki said "Through this capital and business alliance, we will become the largest shareholder of Kadokawa, which consistently creates a wide variety of IP, including publications and books, such as light novels and comics, as well as games and anime.

by: Newsweek

Sony Becomes Largest Shareholder of Anime Powerhouse and FromSoftware Owner Kadokawa

"Through this capital and business alliance, we will become the largest shareholder of KADOKAWA, which consistently creates a wide variety of IP, including publications and books, such as light novels and comics, as well as games and anime," said Hiroki Totoki, president, COO and CFO of the Sony Group Corporation.

by: TechRadar

Sony is officially the largest shareholder of FromSoftware owner Kadokawa

With the new shares, Sony is currently Kadokawa's largest shareholder, now holding approximately 10% of its shares, including the shares Sony acquired in February 2021.

by: PlayStation LifeStyle

Sony Not Acquiring FromSoftware Parent Kadokawa

Sony is not acquiring FromSoftware parent company Kadokawa Corporation, choosing instead to form a strategic alliance.

by: Reuters

Seeing low-income consumers squeezed, retailers target $10 and under gifts

Retailers including Target and Walmart are stocking shelves with more toys and gifts such as Barbies that cost less than $10 this holiday season, a strategy aimed at attracting cash-strapped shoppers.

by: gematsu

Sony Group Corporation and Kadokawa Corporation to form strategic capital and business alliance

Sony Group Corporation has signed a strategic capital and business alliance agreement with Kadokawa Corporation to conduct a third-party allotment on January 7, 2025 to acquire 12,054,100 new

by: BBC

Strictly Come Dancing's ballroom and behind the scenes stars reveal how the show keeps it sparkle and celebrate 20 Fabulous Years of dance magic

Strictly Come Dancing: 20 Fabulous Years is a sparkling celebration of two decades of Strictly Come Dancing, the iconic dance competition that has captured the hearts of millions since its debut in 2004.

by: vg247

Sony becomes the "largest shareholder" in FromSoftware owner Kadokawa, as the two put an Elden Ring on a "strategic capital and business alliance"

Sony has become the "largest shareholder" in FromSoftware owner Kadokawa, as the two have agreed a "strategic capital and business alliance"

by: Castanet

In Montreal, one man is fighting to stop DVDs from going the way of the dodo

The Luddites were a 19th-century group of British textile workers who destroyed the mechanized looms and knitting frames they saw as a threat to their livelihoods.

by: Tuko

NTV Presenter Takes HIV Test On Instagram Live to Dispel Rumours: "Are You Happy?"

Lynda Ddane, a presenter working with NTV, went live on Instagram to take an HIV test. Rumours started circulating after she lost weight and she explained it.

by: BBC

Special guests announced for Sophie Ellis-Bextor's NYE Disco on BBC One and iPlayer

This glittering TV event promises to be a night to remember as Sophie performs her global hits as well as some surprise numbers

by: Reuters

Focus: Seeing low-income consumers squeezed, retailers target $10 and under gifts

Retailers including Target and Walmart are stocking shelves with more toys and gifts such as Barbies that cost less than $10 this holiday season, a strategy aimed at attracting cash-strapped shoppers.

by: Reuters

Hollywood embraces God and the 'cowboy curious' to broaden audience

The script for the biblical epic "Mary," which tells the story of the Nativity from the perspective of Mary of Nazareth, languished in Hollywood for some 15 years before entering production.

by: Tuko

Jovial Vows to Never Expose Her Man for Being Broke: "Heri Aniombe Pesa"

Musician Jovial vowed never to expose her man on social media over finances. The songstress said she would rather he asks her for money than ask his friends.

by: Yahoo

Trump hair viral moments: A look at his haircuts, the part, combover and hiding his bald spot

Remember The Rachel? The mullet? Snooki? Why the obsession over Trump's hair? History has seen a haircut or new hairstyle make waves.

by: Tuko

Cardi B Demands Offset Sign Divorce Papers After Heated Online Exchange

Cardi B and Offset engaged in a heated online exchange over their divorce, custody, and accusations days after a brief reunion at Offset's birthday celebration.

by: Tuko

Lady married to older Murang'a tycoon confirms breakup 6 months after wedding

Ben Ndegwa and Carol Mwangi went viral after photos from their traditional wedding went viral. The lovebirds were together for six months before breaking up.

by: Yahoo

Entertainment and Media Suffers Another Major Blow in 2024 With 15,000 Job Cuts

The sequel to 2023's brutal year for the entertainment and media industries was not much better. In 2024, nearly 15,000 jobs were eliminated across broadcast, television, film, news and streaming — extending a two-year run in which the news and ...

by: Tuko

Cardi B Demands Offset Signs Divorce Papers After Heated Online Exchange

Cardi B and Offset engaged in a heated online exchange over their divorce, custody, and accusations days after a brief reunion at Offset's birthday celebration.

by: Yahoo

Sony to become top shareholder of media powerhouse Kadokawa

Sony Group said on Thursday it will invest about 50 billion yen ($320 million) to acquire new shares of Kadokawa, raising its stake in the Japanese media powerhouse to around 10% and becoming Kadokawa's top shareholder.

by: Tuko

Megan Thee Stallion Accuses Tory Lanez of Harassment in Restraining Order Request

Megan Thee Stallion seeks a restraining order against Tory Lanez, citing a campaign of harassment two years after his conviction for her 2020 shooting.

by: MSN

Sony now owns a much bigger piece of FromSoftware's parent company

Sony has announced that it has increased its holdings in Japanese media giant and FromSoftware parent company Kadokawa Corporation. Sony acquired the shares for 50 billion yen or roughly $300 million,

by: MSN

For travellers and workers 'Music for Airports' is now a thing of the past

For travellers and workers 'Music for Airports' is now a thing of the past - Live acts are taking over airports

by: MSN

For airports, background music no longer is an afterthought

Background music is no longer an afterthought at many airports, which are hiring local musicians and carefully curating playlists to help lighten travelers' moods. London's Heathrow Airport built a stage to showcase emerging British performers for the first time this summer.

by: MSN

David Axelrod ends "The Axe Files" podcast

David Axelrod — whose zeitgeisty "The Axe Files" podcast is a favorite of anyone obsessed with media and politics — is making a surprise exit, with Rahm Emanuel as his final guest. "Today's podcast will be the 605th episode of The Axe Files,

by: MSN

A History of Pop Stars Who Pushed Back at the Tabloids

by: MSN

Lasizwe's decision to prioritise mental health: What fans need to know

The South African social media influencer and content creator Lasizwe Dambuza has opened up about booking himself at a mental health wellness centre.

by: MSN

Here's what Unathi Nkayi said about DJ Black Coffee

Unathi Nkayi recently showed love to Black Coffee after she facilitated a conference hosted by the DJ's foundation and called him "the world's best DJ".

by: MSN

What to Expect From Marvel and DC Games in 2025

Marvel and DC Games have been through a lot in the last few years, and 2025 could end up being another big year for the two comic companies.

by: MSN

Is EchoStar Corporation (SATS) the Best News and Digital Media Stock to Buy?

We recently published a list of the 12 Best News and Digital Media Stocks To Buy. In this article, we are going to look at where EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ:SATS) stands against other news and digital media stocks to buy now.

How D.C. Regulators Made 2024 the Year That Big Hollywood Deals Didn't Happen

Dealmakers were behind some of the biggest headlines in showbiz, but hostility from D.C. regulators made 2024 a slow year for M&A
The article from Variety, published on June 12, 2024, titled "Variety’s 2024 Legal Impact Report: The Dealmakers," highlights the key figures in the entertainment industry who have significantly influenced legal and business transactions over the past year. It features a list of top dealmakers who have navigated complex negotiations, mergers, acquisitions, and other high-stakes deals. Notable mentions include attorneys and executives from major law firms and companies like CAA, WME, and Endeavor, who have facilitated landmark deals such as the acquisition of MGM by Amazon, the merger of WarnerMedia with Discovery, and various high-profile talent contracts. The report underscores the evolving landscape of entertainment law, emphasizing the importance of strategic foresight, adaptability, and innovative deal structuring in an industry increasingly shaped by streaming services, IP rights, and global market dynamics.

Read the Full Variety Article at:
https://variety.com/2024/biz/news/variety-2024-dealmakers-1236249491/


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