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Miley Cyrus will help ring in the New Year on NBC yet again as she returns to host the network’s 2023 celebration. Revealed on Monday during NBC’s Upfronts presentation, the singer-actress will take center stage in the second iteration of Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party . The Cyrus-led celebration previously comprised NBC’s holiday programming alongside Christmas in Rockefeller Center, The National Dog Show and Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. For the 2022 special, Cyrus hosted with Saturday Night Live ‘s Pete Davidson. The Miami set event, from SNL creator and executive producer Lorne Michaels, boasted performances by Noah Cyrus, Brandi Carlile, Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day, Saweetie, Anitta, Jack Harlow, 24kGoldn, Kitty Ca$h and more. NBC did not share any details on whether Davidson will also return for the 2023 event. Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party 2022 brought in 4.4 million total viewers, drawing  younger audiences.  Per NBC, the celebration marked … [Read more...] about Miley Cyrus Returning To Host NBC’s 2023 New Year’s Eve Special – Upfronts

On Monday, New York City ’s Commissioner of Health and Human Hygiene, Ashwin Vasan, issued an advisory to residents that “All individuals, regardless of vaccination status or past Covid -19 infection, should wear a mask at all times when indoors and in a public setting.” The announcement notes that “New York City is approaching ‘high’ level of Covid-19 alert which represents high community spread,” according to the CDC . Today @NYCHealthCommr issued an advisory as the City approaches the high #COVID19 Alert Level. All New Yorkers should wear masks in all indoor public settings. Those at high risk of severe illness should avoid crowded settings and limit get-togethers: https://t.co/vgcrvAAAG4 pic.twitter.com/nZPEbbSMfX — nychealthy (@nycHealthy) May 16, 2022 The advisory is simply that: advice. But should the region tip into the high level of community spread, the CDC recommends that all residents “wear a well-fitting mask indoors in public, regardless … [Read more...] about New York City Issues Alert Advising Masks Be Worn Indoors As City Teeters On Edge Of “High” Transmission, Per CDC

Good news for Gordon Ramsay ; Fox has not only ordered his latest competition show but will give his hit series the post-Super Bowl slot on Feb. 12. But first, the details behind Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars. The chef and restaurateur plans to focus his attention on the most “exciting and innovative new food and drink entrepreneurs” by backing the winner of his latest competition with an angel investment. The series will be produced by Studio Ramsay Global (SRG) and Fox Alternative Entertainment. Ramsay serves as executive producer along with Lisa Edwards and Danny Schrader, who will also be the showrunner. It is based on Ramsay’s own BBC series, which launched on the British public broadcaster last month. The UK series offers 12 up and coming food and drink entrepreneurs the opportunity to compete for £150,000 in investment. “It has always been incredibly important to me to support and foster the endeavors of the next generation of extraordinary culinary … [Read more...] about Fox Orders New Gordon Ramsay Competition Show ‘Food Stars’; Season 2 Of ‘Next Level Chef’ Premiering After Super Bowl LVII

Some 260 WGA members employed at CBS News have voted overwhelmingly to ratify a new three-year contract. The new agreement, which was approved by 89% of those who voted, the guild said Monday, covers WGA East and WGA West members who work as news writers, producers, graphic artists, desk associates and others at the network’s news operations in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Washington D.C. “In a challenging environment, we were able to make real gains,” said WGA East executive director Lowell Peterson. “Because our members at CBS News mobilized and made their voices heard, we won a solid contract that raises pay, includes a hefty boost in pension contributions, increases fees, and makes transformational gains for longer-term ‘temporary’ employees – severance pay and parental leave.” According to the WGA, highlights of the contract include: • Staff will get 2% minimum salary increases each year and full pension rate increase will be paid by the company. … [Read more...] about WGA Members Ratify New Contract With CBS News

EXCLUSIVE : Laura Fitzpatrick has joined Sony Pictures Imageworks as VP New Business. In her new role, she will be responsible for third party VFX business development and strategic planning for long-term growth. She will also oversee worldwide sales, marketing and client engagement, reporting to EVP Michelle Grady. Upcoming projects Fitzpatrick will have a hand in include the animated features The Sea Beas t and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse . Fitzpatrick most recently served as Global Managing Director at visual effects company Mr. X, where she was responsible for strategic growth planning, financial oversight, and management of teams across multiple facilities. “Laura is a strategic, forward-thinking executive who is admired by peers throughout the industry,” said Grady. “We are extremely excited to welcome Laura into the Imageworks fold.” “I am thrilled to join the award-winning team at Sony Pictures Imageworks,” added Fitzpatrick. “Their creativity … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures Imageworks Appoints Laura Fitzpatrick As VP New Business

100 Gecs take flight and dance around a desert while local news reports on their whereabouts in their new video for “Doritos and Fritos.” The song is their second single from their highly-anticipated LP, 10000 Gecs . Directed by Chris Maggio, the playful visual finds the duo peacefully soaring through the air like kites in their purple and yellow wizard robes while the local news and others are hot on their trail. When Dylan Brady and Laura Les are on the ground, they’re seen dancing to the song’s propulsive beat and also fleeing from authorities. And like the song title hints, there is some eating — particularly a burrito — involved. “Doritos and Fritos” follows 100 Gecs’ 2021 single, “Mememe,” which arrived last November. Both songs will appear on 10000 Gecs , which follows the duo’s celebrated 2019 debut, 1000 Gecs . They have not yet shared the release date for 10000 Gecs, though it is expected to arrive this year. Next week, 100 Gecs open for Nine Inch Nails for … [Read more...] about 100 Gecs Take Flight in New ‘Doritos and Fritos’ Video

" Love & Hip Hop: New York " star Tahiry Jose got an awful birthday present -- handcuffs and a trip to jail after an alleged beatdown. The incident went down on Cinco de Mayo, Tahiry's 38th birthday, after she got into a physical altercation with a woman who was staying in her New Jersey home. According to arrest docs, Tahiry punched and scratched the woman in her face ... and yanked her hair, leaving "reddish bruises" on the right side of her face. Tahiry tells TMZ ... SHE was the victim, and was merely defending herself. She claims she got home and the woman -- whom she'd just recently allowed to stay with her -- jumped her and started breaking stuff. Tahiry was booked for assault and released the next day, but says she plans to press charges too. We'll say this, the ex-roomie probably stepped to the wrong chick. As 'LHHNY' fans know, Tahiry's always down to throw down. … [Read more...] about ‘Love & Hip Hop: New York’ Star Arrested on Birthday for Roommate Beatdown

EXCLUSIVE: As international delegates touch down on the Croisette for what feels like the first “real” Cannes market since the pandemic struck, Olivier Albou is getting ready to hit the ground running. The veteran exec, who heads up sales and production house Other Angle with his wife Laurence Schonberg, has four new films on his slate this year that he’s offering up to international buyers. The company will be showing footage for Mélanie Auffret’s Sweet Little Things ( Les Petites Victoires ), starring Julia Piaton and Michel Blanc, about a busy young teacher who’s faced with the challenge of a new student in her class – an explosive 60-year-old man who has finally decided to learn to read and write. Then there’s Jennifer Devoldère’s male midwife feature The Midwife ( Sage Homme ) starring Karin Viard and Melvin Boomer as well as Jonathan Barré’s Serial Driver ( Bonne Conduit ) starring Call My Agent ’s Laure Calamy, Nicolas Marrié and Grégoire Ludig about a … [Read more...] about Other Angle’s Olivier Albou Talks New Cannes Slate & How Company Has Become Key Player In The French Indie Comedy Space

EXCLUSIVE : Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind director Michel Gondry is readying his next project, which will be on sale in the Cannes market with French seller Kinology . As previously revealed, in-demand French star Pierre Niney ( Frantz ) will lead cast on the buzzy French-language comedy The Book Of Solutions ( Le Livre Des Solutions ). Plot details are being kept under wraps on the hot project, but we hear it will be about a filmmaker trying to overcome creative demons. We also understand supporting cast will include Blanche Gardin, Camille Rutherford, Frankie Wallach and Vincent Elbaz. Producer is Georges Berman. Oscar winner Gondry returns to feature directing after a seven-year absence. Meanwhile, Niney is one of France’s most impressive young actors, known for movies including Yves Saint Laurent , Frantz and the upcoming Mascarade , which is playing in Cannes. The promising projects just keep coming at the Cannes market this year. … [Read more...] about Michel Gondry’s New Film ‘The Book Of Solutions’ On Sale At Cannes Market

There were a number of winners at the 2022 Per fast affiliates, the 2022 Billboard Music Awards delivered an average 0.5 rating in the 18-49 demo and 2.11 million viewers across its three-hour broadcast on NBC , slipping even lower from the previous year’s fast affiliates (0.7, 2.8M). Sunday’s awards ceremony, set at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, saw Rodrigo take home seven wins, Ye come in second place with six awards and Drake continue his streak as the artist with the most Billboard Music Awards of all-time. See the full winners list here. Taking home the night’s ratings prizes were ABC ’s America’s Funniest Home Videos (0.6, 4.72M)and American Idol (0.6, 4.86M), which tied for Sunday’s highest demo. AFV and Idol were both stable from the previous week and gained some ground in viewers. Speaking of audience, CBS ’ 60 Minutes (0.4, 6.99M) once again nabbed the night’s viewership crown. Here’s the Sunday primetime breakdown by network: … [Read more...] about Billboard Music Awards NBC Broadcast Falls To New Lows; ‘The Equalizer’ Steady, ‘The Rookie’ Down In Season Finales