Disney Expands “Magic Words” Ad Feature To Live Programming, Touts Other Tech Advancements At CES Showcase

Disneysaid it is expanding its Magic Wordsadvertisingfeature, introduced last year, to live programming. Emotional engagement has the power to make us feel something deeply meaningful. And that is the most valuable currency of them all, Disney Advertising PresidentRita Ferrosaid onstage. Disney Advertising President Rita Ferro at CESDade Hayes Emotional connections to key moments boosted brand perception and engagement significantly, she said. One of the speakers was Josh Mattison, EVP, Digital Planning & Operations, Disney Advertising....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Taylor Boyd

Fox Execs Highlight The Impact Of Fans Beyond The Realm Of Sports

Fandom really exists across our portfolio, he said. When anybody thinks of fans, the think immediately of sports. But anyone who knows Fox News knows there are rabid fans of Fox News out there. Fox Corp. headquarters in New YorkErik McGregor/LightRocket via Getty Images We see it in entertainment with shows likeThe Masked Singer. Thats really important because people come to fans for recommendations, he said. Fandom is shifting and evolving and changing, she said....

January 9, 2025 · 2 min · 231 words · Brian Douglas

He Gave Up Speaking, To Expand Environmental Consciousness; Oscar Contender ‘Planetwalker’ Documents Profound Journey Of John Francis

He does not speak, communicating with his instrument and a kind of self-created sign language. This was the unusual sight witnessed by residents of Point Reyes and other towns in the 1970s. Since 1973, he has maintained a vow of silence. John Francis seen in a photograph taken by Art RogersL.A. Times/Bloomberg Green Docs Related Stories Who’s The Boss? It was some sort of compilation, like 10 Black people you should know in the outdoor space…...

January 9, 2025 · 3 min · 507 words · Joseph Lopez

Hollywood Bowl, Magic Castle & Comedy Store Closed As Sunset Fire Nears Hollywood Blvd

We extend our deepest gratitude to the firefighters who are working tirelessly to protect our community. Watch on Deadline TheLaugh Factoryalso announced onInstagram, Tonights shows have been canceled. All ticket holders will be refunded. The Hollywood Bowl in the 1960sW. Graham/ClassicStock/Getty Images We extend our deepest gratitude to the firefighters who are working tirelessly to protect our community. We prioritize the safety of our staff, performers and audience, they announced onInstagram....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 126 words · Sarah Bowman

Inside The Cathedral: Jimmy Carter’s Funeral Brings D.C. Together To Remember A “Bygone Era”, And To Be Reminded Of A Donald Trump Future

Many seats were empty. Bidens remarks pointedly focused on character, as he asked, What are the values that animate our spirit? To operate from fear or hope, ego or generosity? Donald Trump watches as Kamala Harris speaks to former President Barack ObamaChip Somodevilla/Getty Images Some brought binoculars to attempt to spot figures in the crowd. Supreme Court justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett engaged in a long chat. Canadian Prime MinisterJustin Trudeau, who announced his resignation this week, sat next to Britains Prince Edward....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 190 words · Alec Brown

Italian Box Office Eased 0.4% In 2024 To $508M As Animation Led By ‘Inside Out 2’ Topped Chart

The Italian box office softened by 0.4% in 2024 for an overall gross of $508M, on the back of a 1.3% dip in spectators to 69.7M, according to data detailed byItalys box office data monitor Cinetel on Thursday. The body suggested the results were broadly positive in a challenging year marked by big sporting diversions such as the Euro 2024 soccer championships and the Paris 2024 Olympics as well as fewer potential blockbuster releases in the wake of the 2023 Hollywood strikes....

January 9, 2025 · 3 min · 516 words · Whitney Wallace

Jamie Lee Curtis & Christopher Guest Pledge $1 Million To Help Fire-Ravaged L.A.

Im literally just about to cry, Curtis said as Fallon offered his condolences. Mostly because of that beautiful welcome. Curtis continued, As you know where I live is on fire right now. Its just a catastrophe in Southern California, she continued. Obviously there have been horrific fires in many places, this is literally where I live. The Oscar-winningEverything Everywhere All At Onceactor urged viewers, Do anything you’re able to. Anything in your community to help people....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 97 words · Brian Schneider

Jean Smart Urges TV Networks To “Seriously Consider” Donating Would-Be Awards Show Funds To L.A. Firefighters and Fire Victims

She labeled her post with an ATTENTION at the start. It can be read in full below. Smarts post only went up a couple of hours ago but has already garnered praise on Instagram. Jean Smart at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe AwardsSonja Flemming/CBS via Getty Images Others to have ceased filming includeGreys Anatomy, NCIS,Suits LAandAbbott Elementary. Of note, at least one firefighter was hurt battling the Palisades Fire.

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 69 words · Heather Carson

Jim Jarmusch Lashes Out At Climate Deniers, Adrien Brody Is Shaken, Sean Baker Sends LA “Hearts And Prayers” From NY Film Critics Circle Awards

Adrien Brodywas momentarily overcome with emotion at the destruction underway in aLos Angeles deluged by fire.Jim Jarmuschwas angry. Others taking the stage tonight at theNew York Film Critics CircleAwards sent love from across the country. We are all worried about our friends in LA, said Jarmusch at the gala. From left: Adrien Brody, Jim Jarmusch and Sean BakerEverett Collection; Getty Images Climate crisis is brought to you by climate deniers …...

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 188 words · Stacy Vaughan

Joan Rivers’ Emmy Award Saved By Daughter Melissa Rivers From Palisades Fire

(Watch the interview below.) I grabbed dog food, cat food. Watch on Deadline Its amazing what you grab, its amazing what you take. Joan Rivers at the 17th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards on June 28, 1990Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images I grabbed a drawing of my mothers rather than a photo because I know I can find the photos. Joan Rivers won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host for herThe Joan Rivers Showin 1990....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 112 words · Stephen Watkins

Kaitlin Olson Suggests “Slightly Tamer” Episodes Of ‘It’s Always Sunny’ For ‘Abbott Elementary’ Fans: “Stop Being A Baby”

Are you a bigAbbott Elementaryfan excited for the crossover episode but have never seenSunnyand are excited to dive in? she prefaced her viewing list forAV Club. Except…you might want to take some baby steps. Charlie Day, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson and Danny DeVito in ‘Abbott Elementary’Disney/Gilles Mingasson Its not on web connection television for a reason. (Or, instead of baby steps, maybe stop being a baby and enjoy the wilder ones?...

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 184 words · Carolyn Brown

Karen Huger Skips ‘The Real Housewives Of Potomac’ Season 9 Reunion After Guilty DUI Verdict; Enters Recovery Program — Update

UPDATE:Karen Hugerhas skippedThe Real Housewives of PotomacSeason 9 reunion after being found guilty of her DUI charges. A representative for Huger said that theBravostar has entered a recovery program. She was fully supported in this choice, Hugers manager Ryan Tresdale told BravosThe Daily Dish. Karen Huger of ‘The Real Housewives of Potomac’Shannon Finney/Bravo At the end of the couches and furthest from Cohen were Stacey Rusch and Keiarna Stewart. Although Hugers co-stars tried to press her for more details, she maintained the truth would eventually be revealed....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 121 words · Danielle Boone

Kelly Campbell Out As Peacock President

PeacockpresidentKelly Campbellis leaving NBCUniversal, Deadline has confirmed. The departure is one of a number of changes expected to be due to the corporate moves. She began her career in finance as an investment banking analyst at JPMorgan Chase. Kelly CampbellPhoto by Kevin Winter/Getty Images At the same time, Langley was promoted to Chairman of NBCUniversal Entertainment & Studios. Puck first reported the news.

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 63 words · Mr. Jeremy Adams