MEDIA INDUSTRY

Aug 07 2025BUSINESS

A New Chapter for Keyes Hill-Edgar After 25 Years

Keyes Hill-Edgar is stepping down from his role as Chief Operating Officer at Paramount Media Networks and Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios. This move comes as part of a larger shift in leadership following Skydance's acquisition of Paramount Global. Hill-Edgar has been a key player in the media industry for over two decades. His career began at Shearman & Sterlin...

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Aug 05 2025BUSINESS

A New Chapter for Nina L. Diaz

Nina L. Diaz, a well-known figure in the entertainment industry, is set to leave her position at Paramount when the merger with Skydance is finalized. This news comes after she shared the update with her team in an internal message. Diaz has been a significant part of the company's growth, especially in the content and creative departments. She highlighted some of h...

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Aug 04 2025BUSINESS

New Faces at the Top: Paramount's Leadership Shake-Up

Big changes are coming to Paramount! The company is getting a new boss and a whole new team. David Ellison is stepping up as the CEO. He's bringing in a mix of old and new faces to run the show. The company will be split into three main parts: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer (DTC), and TV Media. Jeff Shell will be the President. He'll handle the day-to-day stuff. Andy G...

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Jul 25 2025BUSINESS

Paramount's Big Shake-Up: What's Next for Employees?

Paramount Global has been through a lot lately. The company has been in talks with Skydance Media for over a year. They finally agreed to merge in July 2024. But the deal had to go through the FCC. That process was not easy. Critics said Paramount paid $16 million to settle a lawsuit. They thought this was to get President Trump's support. CBS also canceled "The Late...

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Jul 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

South Park's Future Hangs in the Balance Amid Financial Dispute

The beloved animated series South Park is facing an uncertain future as a high-stakes financial dispute unfolds behind the scenes. The creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, are locked in a battle with Paramount Global and the incoming studio owner, Skydance. At the center of the conflict is a proposed 10-year, $3 billion deal that would significantly increase the val...

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Jun 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Streaming's Big Moment: How It's Changing TV Viewing

Streaming services have reached a major turning point. For the first time, streaming content took the lead in May, edging out broadcast and cable TV in total viewership. This shift was highlighted in a recent monthly report on TV viewing habits. Streaming platforms captured 44. 8% of the TV screen time, while broadcast and cable together made up 44. 2%. This ...

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Jun 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Era for Paramount: Leadership Shifts and Honoring Service

A significant change is happening at Paramount Global's Showtime and MTV Entertainment Studios. Barbara Zaneri, who has been a key figure in the company for 25 years, is stepping down from her role as chief program acquisitions officer. She is making way for Virginia Lazalde-McPherson, who has been with the division since 2019. This move was announced by Chris McCart...

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Jun 10 2025BUSINESS

The Media Giant's Big Split: What's Next for Warner Bros Discovery?

The media world is buzzing with the news of Warner Bros Discovery's big move. Just a few years back, the company was formed through a massive merger. Now, it's splitting into two separate entities, each with its own path forward. The streaming and studios side, which includes big names like HBO and Warner Bros, is gearing up for a tough fight. It's going head-to-hea...

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Jun 06 2025BUSINESS

Shari Redstone: The Power Player's Health Battle

Shari Redstone, the 71-year-old head of Paramount Global, is fighting a tough battle. She recently revealed that she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. This news came out as she is trying to finalize a major deal with Skydance Media. The deal is important because it will merge Skydance with Paramount, which owns CBS and other media outlets. This merger is still wa...

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May 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

TV's Top Honors: The Peabody Awards and Their Impact

The Peabody Awards stand out in the world of TV and media. They are unique because they do not favor any specific platform. You cannot campaign for them. Instead, a small jury of 18 people decides the winners through unanimous agreement. This process sets them apart from other awards. The University of Georgia has been managing these awards since 1940. That is eight...

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