Candle Media Taps Former ABC News Chief James Goldston To Head New Nonfiction Division

Goldston will serve as President of the new group. Mayer and Staggs held senior executive posts at Disney during Goldstons tenure at ABC. They launched Candle in 2021 with backing from private equity firm Blackstone. James GoldstonCourtesy photo Initial investments have included the acquisition of Moonbug Entertainment and a significant stake in Reese Witherspoons Hello Sunshine. Along with daily news programming, he oversaw podcast and documentary projects for Hulu and Disney+....

February 21, 2023 · 1 min · 137 words · Mr. James Shepherd

Chuck Jackson Dies: ‘Any Day Now’ Singer Who Had Two Dozen Chart Singles Was 85

Another heartache has come my way. Chuck Jackson has made his transition, she said in a statement released by her label. He was my label mate on Scepter Records and was like a big brother to me. Chuck Jackson performs in 2012Getty Images Ill truly miss his daily calls checking on me and his wonderful voice. Rest in heavenly peace my dear friend. He stayed with the group until 1959, before leaving for a solo career....

February 21, 2023 · 2 min · 224 words · Savannah Montoya

David Harbour On ‘Stranger Things’ Ending: “It’s Definitely Time”

David Harbouris ready to say goodbye toStranger Things. Whats funny is when I started the show, I never ever wanted it to end. Thats why I love the show. Netflix I think its a great show, even if I wasnt in it, he toldDiscussing Filmin an interview. Harbour continued, But it is, of course, very bittersweet. You know, theres a sadness there. But also, weve all grown up. It is time for us to leave that nest and try other things and different projects....

February 21, 2023 · 1 min · 179 words · Chelsey Fisher

Disney+ Hotstar’s Indian Drama ‘Taaza Khabar’ Invokes ‘The Invention Of Lying’ And ‘Slumdog Millionaire’

So were going to do the hard work for you. Our second Breakout featuresTaaza Khabar, an Indianstreamingseries about a man who learns to predict the future. It has been Disney+ Hotstars biggest new hit of 2023. His mantra is simple. The one-pager was so unique that I decided it had to be my debut OTT project. However, Vasya is given the power to see the news before it happens. However, his success arouses the suspicions of police and begins to change his personality for the worse....

February 21, 2023 · 2 min · 319 words · Jennifer Henderson

Google Lawyer Warns Internet Will Be “A Horror Show” If It Loses Landmark Supreme Court Case

Section 230 has withstood court challenges for the past three decades even as the internet exploded. In this case, the attorney said, it enhanced the ISIS message. Instead, he said, those are choices made by the platform. Getty Images Justice Neil Gorsuch said he was not sure any algorithm is neutral. Most these days are designed to maximize profit. But, she added, We are a court. We really dont know about these things....

February 21, 2023 · 2 min · 272 words · Jordan Jones

January 6th Committee Members Blast Kevin McCarthy’s Move To Give Tucker Carlson Access To Capitol Surveillance Footage

All things anyone who would want to harm our country would love to learn. McCarthy was elected in the 15th round of balloting. On his show on Monday, Carlson said, January 6th is a transformative event in this country. Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images Its been used to change the country. There are about 44,000 hours, and we have… been granted access to that. We believe that access is unfettered....

February 21, 2023 · 1 min · 164 words · Timothy Baker

Shawn Mendes Reflects On Pulling The Plug On Tour To Focus On Mental Health: “The Process Was Very Difficult”

Shawn Mendesmade a decision last year tocancel his Wonder tourto focus on his mental health. The Senorita singer is now reflecting on what was going through his mind at the time. The process was very difficult. Theo Wargo/Getty Images And then doing the work to help myself and heal. And also leaning on people in my life to help a little bit. Im also really grateful for all the people that were so accepting and loving and kind and understanding....

February 21, 2023 · 1 min · 125 words · Stephen Smith

Steven Spielberg “Mounting A Big Production” For Stanley Kubrick’s ‘Napoleon’; Project Is Set As Seven-Part Limited Series For HBO

Deadline understands that the project is still in thedevelopmentstages but it is nearing a series order. We are working onNapoleonas a seven-part limited series, he said. It wont be the first time Spielberg picked up the reins on a project that Kubrick originally developed. Stanley KubrickGetty Images Artificial Intelligencebegan when Kubrick acquired the rights to the short story Supertoys Last All Summer Long by Brian Aldiss. He worked on a treatment for more than 20 years before handing it over to Spielberg in 1995....

February 21, 2023 · 1 min · 119 words · Nicole Solis

‘Love To Love You, Donna Summer,’ From Roger Ross Williams & Summer’s Daughter Brooklyn Sudano, Provides Complex Portrait Of Pop Superstar

I thought, I want to make a music documentary. And he was like, Go for it. Almost everyone in the documentary, this is the first time theyve talked about Donna, Williams notes. ‘Love To Love You, Donna Summer'© Courtesy of Estate of Donna Summer Sudano It was really tough for Brooklyn to convince them to talk because theyve never spoken to the press. Theyve mentioned things here and there, Sudano adds, but never to this level....

February 21, 2023 · 2 min · 229 words · Madison Crawford DVM

‘The Bachelor’ Recap: Zach Contracts Covid, Cancels Group Date & One-On-One In London

This post contains details from Season 27, Episode 5 ofABCsThe Bachelor. Unsurprisingly, he gives her the rose. So, to not be chosen again leaves her feeling confused and discouraged. On the day of the date, she decides shes going to make the most of it. I have a great date planned for you all. Go enjoy, and Ill see you soon, his note reads. Naturally, the women are pretty devastated to not spend the day with Zach....

February 21, 2023 · 1 min · 146 words · Matthew Young

‘The Flying Sailor’ Filmmakers Amanda Forbis & Wendy Tilby On Blending Humor And “Poignancy”

DEADLINE:How did this short come about? And he was launched and flew for two kilometers and landed unharmed and naked except for one boot. We were captivated by this story, and we thought it would make a very interesting animated film. The Flying SailorThe Animation Showcase/Courtesy Everett Collection Watch on Deadline DEADLINE:Is there a record of his experience in the explosion? AMANDA FORBIS: He wrote a single page testimony of his experience, so theres not a lot....

February 21, 2023 · 2 min · 257 words · Amber Bailey

“You Can’t Compare The Two”: Nikolaj Lie Kaas On Avoiding ‘Call My Agent’ Comparisons With Zentropa-Backed Industry Satire ‘Agent’ — Berlinale Series Market

As Joe desperately tries to keep his head above the water, his issues only multiply. The same idea at the same time. Kaas said he proceeded to binge-watchCall My Agent, an experience that he said was reassuring rather than anxiety-inducing. Henrik Ohsten/Zentropa. I was relieved to see that you cant compare the two, he said. Theres something about the irony and the sarcasm that is much harder in this show....

February 21, 2023 · 1 min · 177 words · Kimberly Nicholson

Barbara Bosson Dies: ‘Hill Street Blues’ Five-Time Emmy Nominee Was 83

Her death was announced by her director son, Jesse Bochco, on social media. Bosson was also Emmy nominated for her role as prosecutor Miriam Grasso on ABCsMurder One. When she loved you, you felt it without a doubt. Barbara BossonGary Null/NBCU If she didnt, you may well have also known that too. Forever in our hearts. I love you Mama, wrote Jesse Bochco. The original cast of ‘Hill Street Blues’ ca....

February 20, 2023 · 2 min · 269 words · Wayne Garrett