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Media Decoder Blog: In Dispute Over Ray Charles Songs, Family Gains Victory in Court
The New York Times - 31 Jan 2013 01:28
Seven of the singer's children are seeking to recover music publishing rights to dozens of his classic songs, an effort opposed by the foundation to which Charles left most of his money.
Whatever Happened To Jason Priestley? Just Ask Him
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 18:31
Once a hot young TV star on "90210," today he is acting, producing, directing and happy that he survived the challenges of being a famous teenager.
Media Decoder Blog: 'Katie' to Return for a Second Season
The New York Times - 31 Jan 2013 00:42
The renewal is good news for Katie Couric, who took something of a risk leaving the network news business, where she had most recently been the anchor of CBS News.
Do No Harm Review: Steven Pasquale Stars In NBC's Jekyll and Hyde Tale
Cinema Blend - 31 Jan 2013 16:10BSkyB to Offer Sky Sports Channels Online-Only for $15.80 Per Day
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 12:11
CEO Jeremy Darroch says that the planned offer targets people who don't subscribe to the company's pay TV service and is priced to avoid cord cutting.
Thunderbird Films Co-Founder Michael Shepard Exits to Launch Own TV Shingle
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 23:28
CEO Tim Gamble will take control of the Vancouver-based indie producer after Lionsgate founding investor Frank Guistra came on board as a major shareholder.
Media Decoder Blog: Lena Dunham to Create New Comedy Show
The New York Times - 31 Jan 2013 23:24
Ms. Dunham, the force behind the HBO series "Girls,'' will join with Jenni Konner to create a show about a personal shopper in New York.
Media Decoder Blog: Christie Gets His Chance for Revenge on Letterman
The New York Times - 31 Jan 2013 23:00
The "Late Night'' host has produced a continuing stream of jokes about the New Jersey governor's weight. On Monday night, Mr. Christie will appear on the show for the first time.
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Cinema Blend - 31 Jan 2013 22:33'Girls'' Lena Dunham, Jenni Konner Developing Betty Halbreich Project at HBO
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 22:04
The cable network has optioned "All Dressed Up and Nowhere to Go," the forthcoming memoir by the famed Bergdorf Goodman personal shopper.
'Parks and Recreation's' Rashida Jones, Writing Partner Ink 2-Year Deal With Warner Bros. TV
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 22:00
With her "Celeste & Jesse Forever" partner Will McCormack, the duo will develop, write and produce projects for cable and network.
Top Chef Power Rankings: Grueling Days At Sea
Cinema Blend - 31 Jan 2013 21:56'Vampire Diaries': Ian Somerhalder on Elena's Bond, the Cure and Missing Season 1 Damon
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 21:46
Not everyone is 100 percent behind the search for the cure: "Damon wants her to stay this way; they could live happily ever after, truly," Somerhalder told THR.
'Saturday Night Live' Hits Season Ratings Highs With Host Adam Levine
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 21:34
Updated numbers give the NBC series highs in adults 18-49 and total viewers, continuing a trend of especially strong January outings.
'House of Cards' Stars Explore the Future (and Death) of Journalism
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 21:32
One star offered this solution: "It wouldn't be legal, what I would do if I was Caesar, I wouldn't allow the blogs to be there."
UTA Signs 'Extreme Makeover' Host Ty Pennington (Exclusive)
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 21:17
The agency will represent Pennington as a host and producer in scripted and unscripted television.
CES Drops CNET, Names Dish Hopper Best in Show
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 21:17
A few weeks after CBS Interactive removed the DVR product from being considered for the honor, the association now says it will be looking for a new media partner to produce its awards show.
TV Ratings: FX's 'The Americans' Opens With 3.2 Million, Topping Recent 'Horror Story'
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 20:59
The new drama gets off to an especially strong start, pulling in a combined 4.7 million total viewers with encores and an equally impressive 2.54 million adults 18-49.
'Breaking Bad's' Bryan Cranston to Develop New Shows for Sony
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 20:06
Ahead of the AMC drama's end date, the newly minted SAG Award winner has inked a first-look pact with the studio.
Roseanne Barr to Develop, Star in NBC Comedy
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 20:00
With Steven Greener, her partner on "Roseanne's Nuts," she'll develop a comedy series for the network via an overall deal with Universal Television.
First 'NFL Characters Unite' Trailer Debuts Ahead of Super Bowl (Exclusive Video)
Hollywood Reporter - 31 Jan 2013 20:00
NFL players Larry Fitzgerald, Justin Tuck and Jameel McClain were in New Orleans on Thursday to tout the upcoming USA Network doc.