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Clark died the same day as NFL legend Jim Brown, her “Slaughter” co-star.

NBC’s coverage of the XXIV Olympic Winter Games and Fox’s FIFA World Cup telecasts were the big winners Monday night at this year’s 44th annual Sports Emmy Awards, winning three Emmys each. ESPN, meanwhile, was the night’s biggest winner among outlets, pulling 13 Emmys. The National Academy of Television Arts…

It’s the beginning of the end for Showtime as a standalone brand. Paramount Global will launch the newly integrated Paramount+ With Showtime service in the U.S. on June 27, establishing it as the company’s top-tier streaming product without commercials. As previously announced, the Paramount+ With Showtime plan will cost $11.99…

Jim Brown, the NFL titan who appeared in “The Dirty Dozen,” a number of Blaxploitation films and Oliver Stone’s “Any Given Sunday,” The Running Man,” Tim Burton’s “Mars Attacks” and Spike Lee’s “He Got Game,” to name a few films, died Thursday in Los Angeles. He was 87. His wife…

Shares of Paramount Global tumbled as much as 25% in early trading Thursday after the media conglomerate reported disappointing first-quarter 2023 results and slashed its dividend. Paramount posted a Q1 net loss of $1.12 billion, as revenue of $7.27 billion was down 1% on shortfalls in its TV media and…

Sports and wellness executive Jared Schoenfeld is launching an advisory firm, named 4B, focused on creating mental health impact for clients and brands across sports, entertainment, music and wellness. Clients thus far include author Dr. Deepak Chopra, multi-platinum artist Big Sean, actor Da’Vinchi and former NFL star Julius Thomas. Partnerships…

Netflix has released a first look at its upcoming docu-series “McGregor Forever,” which provides audiences a peek into Ultimate Fighting Champion Conor McGregor’s official comeback. Produced by Religion of Sports, the four part series is set to premiere on May 17. “Conor is unlike anyone I’ve ever collaborated with. As…

As marketing experts prepare for this year’s Variety Entertainment Marketing Summit presented by Deloitte, many are focused on discovering new ways to create authentic relationships with consumers. While contemporary culture evolves faster than ever and the tastes of Gen Z and Gen Alpha are continually shifting, finding new ways to…

The Oscars love a sprawling biopic, an underdog character and a triumphant tale marred by obstacles and resulting in success. Those themes have marked the sports genre since the creation of cinema. In the Academy Awards’ history, 591 movies have been nominated for best picture, with 95 winners named among…

Snoop Dogg is no longer on the board of directors at the esports organization and lifestyle brand, Faze Clan. In a filing, the company disclosed that Snoop Dogg, whose real name is Calvin Broadus, Jr., had resigned from his post on the board of directors “effective immediately.” “Mr. Broadus’s resignation…

“American Idol” may be a platform for aspiring unknown singers to showcase their talent outside of their bedrooms, but some contestants may have an advantage over others: being born into famous families. Season 21 has already shown several so-called “Nepo Babies” — contestants with ties to the entertainment business —…

Electronic Arts will cut 6% of its headcount, amounting to about 800 jobs, and reduce its office space, the company announced. The video game company, whose popular titles include “Madden NFL,” “EA Sports FIFA 23,” “Apex Legends” and “The Sims,” is restructuring to focus on “strategic priorities,” CEO Andrew Wilson…