Clint Eastwood's adult drama 'Richard Jewell' and slasher pic 'Black Christmas' also open nationwide, while 'Bombshell' and 'Uncut Gems' are among the awards hopefuls launching at the specialty box office. Let the caroling begin. The year-end holidays get underway in earnest this weekend with the debut of Sony's all-audience event sequel Jumanji: The Next Level, Clint Eastwood's adult drama Richard Jewell and the micro-budgeted Blumhouse/Universal slasher remake Black Christmas. Jumanji 2 is expected to top the chart with a debut in the $40 million-$50 million range, although Sony is being more conservative in suggesting $35 million. Movies opening close Christmas aren't traditionally known for big openings — outside of the recent Star Wars pics — but rather count on strong multiples during the final two weeks of the year. This time out, Jumanji 2 opted to open a week before Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, whereas the 2017 Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle rode into … [Read more...] about Box Office Preview: ‘Jumanji 2’ to Lead Early Christmas Crush With $40M-$50M
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Vic Oladipo Shoots Shot at Nicole Scherzinger After Cut From ‘Masked Singer’
Breaking News Victor Oladipo got booted off "The Masked Singer" on Wednesday ... but don't feel bad for the guy, 'cause he landed a date with Nicole Scherzinger!! The Indiana Pacers superstar -- AKA "Thingamajig" on the anonymous singing show -- pulled up from half-court to let the judge know he's interested right after getting voted off. Remember, the Pussycat Dolls singer had been crushing hard and flirting with the blue and yellow creature all season ... so when Vic came face to face with the panel, Jenny McCarthy asked him if he was down for a date. "Of course," the All-Star said. "We can go anywhere, any time, any place." Naturally, Nicole loved that answer ... and even looked a little embarrassed!! Oladipo -- who was able to participate on the show because he's been sidelined with a serious knee injury since January -- got real for a second, saying "It has been a rough year for me." "But, to be able to come out here and put smiles on peoples faces, and just do something … [Read more...] about Vic Oladipo Shoots Shot at Nicole Scherzinger After Cut From ‘Masked Singer’
Fred Rogers Productions Promotes Ellen Doherty to Chief Creative Officer
She will manage an expanding portfolio of children's content across multiple platforms while supervising a team of creative professionals. After joining Fred Rogers Production in 2016 as executive in charge of production, Doherty has now been promoted to chief creative officer. In the newly created position, she will manage an expanding portfolio of children's content across multiple platforms while supervising a team of creative professionals. Paul Siefken, president and CEO of Fred Rogers Productions, praised Doherty. "Ellen is a creative dynamo who has done a fantastic job expanding our 'Neighborhood' with extraordinary content," said Siefken. "From her oversight of our award-winning portfolio to exceptional new projects in development, Ellen has been instrumental at every stage of the creative process, and we’ll continue to benefit from her know-how and talent." The company has won nearly 60 awards, including Daytime Emmys for shows like Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, Odd … [Read more...] about Fred Rogers Productions Promotes Ellen Doherty to Chief Creative Officer
Fred Rogers Productions Names Ellen Doherty As Chief Creative Officer, A New Position
Fred Rogers Productions, the nonprofit children’s entertainment producer behind the PBS Kids series Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, Odd Squad, and Peg + Cat, has promoted Ellen Doherty to chief creative officer, a newly-created position. In her new role, Doherty will oversee an expanding portfolio of children’s content across multiple platforms and manage a growing team of creative professionals. She reports directly to president and CEO Paul Siefken. “Ellen is a creative dynamo who has done a fantastic job expanding our ‘Neighborhood’ with extraordinary content,” said Siefken. “From her oversight of our award-winning portfolio to exceptional new projects in development, Ellen has been instrumental at every stage of the creative process, and we’ll continue to benefit from her know-how and talent.” Related Story Fred Rogers Productions Appoints Christopher Arnold As COO Doherty said being a part of … [Read more...] about Fred Rogers Productions Names Ellen Doherty As Chief Creative Officer, A New Position
Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, Thomas Rhett Lead Stagecoach 2020 Lineup
Eric Church, Carrie Underwood, and Thomas Rhett will headline the 2020 Stagecoach Festival. The lineup for the Indio, California, country music gathering was announced by Midland following their performance of “Mr. Lonely” on Ellen. The throwback trio, who released their album Let It Roll in August, will also perform at Stagecoach. Set for April 24 through 26th, Stagecoach has a roster that touches on all sides of the genre. Pop-country singer Brett Young shares space with East Nashville songwriter Nikki Lane; resurgent outlaw Tanya Tucker is on the bill with masked singer Orville Peck; and Alan Jackson sidles up next to Texas troubadour Hayes Carll. As in years past, the lineup isn’t entirely country-based: ZZ Top and Bryan Adams are both onboard this time, along with Lil Nas X, who performs on the same day as his “Old Town Road” collaborator Billy Ray Cyrus. View this post on Instagram The gang’s all here 👢 Passes are on sale this … [Read more...] about Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, Thomas Rhett Lead Stagecoach 2020 Lineup