Debra O'Connell Named President, News Group And Networks For Disney
by Michael Major
- Feb 14, 2024
Kim Godwin, president, ABC News, will join Chad Matthews, president, ABC Owned Television Stations, in reporting to OConnell, aligning the nation's No. 1 news network with the No. 1 station group in the country – connecting an array of powerhouse shows and brands that range from the top-rated evening news progra
Tracy Underwood Named President of ABC Signature
by Michael Major
- Dec 5, 2023
In her new role, Underwood, who has been at the studio since 2010, will oversee all creative affairs, including the studio’s development of drama, comedy and limited series, as well as the current series slate. Most recently, Underwood served as executive vice president of creative affairs for ABC Signature.
Adele to be Honored With Sherry Lansing Leadership Award by The Hollywood Reporter
by Michael Major
- Nov 3, 2023
Attended by more than 750 industry leaders and VIPs, the invite-only gala coincides with the release of The Hollywood Reporter’s highly anticipated Women in Entertainment issue (on newsstands Dec. 7), which highlights the Power 100, a list of the most powerful female executives and talent in entertainment.
Tim Federle Extends Multi-Year Overall Deal With Disney Branded Television
by Michael Major
- Dec 7, 2022
Disney Branded Television has extended its multiyear overall deal with producer Tim Federle and his Chorus Boy Productions banner, which has a leading 13 Emmy® Award nominations for the series 'High School Musical: The Musical: The Series' and the film 'Better Nate Than Ever,' both on Disney+.
Craig Erwich, Shannon Ryan and Eric Schrier Promoted at Disney General Entertainment
by Michael Major
- Sep 1, 2022
The changes include the promotions of Craig Erwich to president, ABC Entertainment, Hulu & Disney Branded Television Streaming Originals; Shannon Ryan to president, Marketing, Disney General Entertainment; and Eric Schrier to the role of president, Disney Television Studios & Business Operations, Disney General Entertainment.
DANCING WITH THE STARS to Move to Disney+
by Michael Major
- Apr 8, 2022
After an impressive 30 seasons on ABC, “Dancing with the Stars” is moving to a new home on Disney+. The hit series received a two-season pickup and will premiere exclusively in the U.S. and Canada for both seasons, making “Dancing with the Stars” the first live series to debut on the streaming service.
American Film Institute Awards Honors WEST SIDE STORY, tick, tick...BOOM!, and More
by Marissa Tomeo
- Mar 12, 2022
Yesterday, March 11th, the American Film Institute (AFI) celebrated the 2021 AFI AWARDS honorees with a star-studded invite-only luncheon in Beverly Hills. AFI also revealed its official rationales (below) for all 23 honorees, providing the cultural and artistic context to mark these
outstanding creative endeavors as the year’s notable milestones.
ABC Orders New Season of GREY'S ANATOMY
by Michael Major
- Jan 10, 2022
ABC Entertainment has ordered season 19 of the iconic and longest-running primetime medical drama series “Grey’s Anatomy” starring Ellen Pompeo. In the upcoming season, the record-breaking Shondaland franchise will explore the ever-expanding world of modern medicine through the eyes of beloved returning and new characters
Bryan Noon Named President of Entertainment at Walt Disney Television
by Michael Major
- Nov 17, 2021
Noon will oversee Hulu Originals, Onyx Collective, ABC Entertainment and Freeform, along with production companies ABC Signature and 20th Television. He will oversee 20th Animation, Walt Disney Television Unscripted and Alternative, Disney Television Studios Creative Talent Development & Inclusion, 20th Digital Studios, and Creative Acquisitions.
Disney Entertainment & Disney Television Studios Unveil the Infinity on Disney Stage 1
by Michael Major
- Nov 11, 2021
The stage has already hosted the Hulu Original series “How I Met Your Father” which premieres early next year. Showrunners Isaac Aptaker and Elizabeth Berger had conceived a pivotal sequence for an episode of the show set in New York City, in which their lead character walks the Brooklyn Bridge with her friends. Check out a photo now!
Marci Proietto Named Executive Vice President, 20th Television Animation
by Sarah Jae Leiber
- Mar 30, 2021
The full list of current series under 20th Television Animation for which Proietto and her team oversee creative and production are “American Dad,” “Bless the Harts,” “Bob’s Burgers,” “Central Park,” “Duncanville,” “Family Guy,” “The Great North,” “Koala Man,” “The Simpsons,” “Solar Opposites” and “The Prince.'
FOX Renews THE SIMPSONS For Two More Seasons
by Sarah Jae Leiber
- Mar 3, 2021
On the next all-new episode, “Yokel Hero” airing this Sunday, March 7 (8:00-8:30 PM ET/PT), Cletus becomes a singing sensation, while Homer becomes a new man. Then Cletus turns on his fans, ruining everything. Albert Brooks makes a guest-voice appearance.
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