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Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer NBCUniversal has laid off less than 50 employees across three divisions: Peacock marketing, NBCUniversal Entertainment and ad sales. The majority of these cuts, approximately 30 to 40, were made at Peacock as part of a restructuring under CMO Shannon Willett, a source within the company told Variety.

Caroline Brew editor The world’s biggest hero makes his way to Netflix in “Ultraman: Rising.” The streamer has released the first teaser for the CG-animated feature film, which is slated to premiere in 2024. Based on characters from Eiji Tsuburaya, known for co-creating the “Godzilla” franchise, “Ultraman: Rising” will follow baseball star Ken Sato, who returns home to Japan to carry the mantle of Ultraman.

Gene Maddaus Senior Media Writer SAG-AFTRA had settled dozens of issues, ranging from pension and health contributions, to page limits for self-taped auditions, to pay for background actors. But there was still the small matter of zombies. The union was worried that studios could use artificial intelligence to reanimate dead actors, or to create a digital Frankenstein out of the body parts of real actors.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large After six months of strikes, the primetime cupboard is pretty bare. But after a fall filled with repeats, unscripted series and a smattering of stockpiled scripted episodes, the broadcast networks are racing to salvage the rest of the TV season — and that means a scramble to get episodes in place by the start of 2024. It’s not as easy as flipping a light switch, of course.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor The SAG-AFTRA strike is over, and it only took four minutes and 46 seconds after the news broke to receive an interview pitch for an actor from a publicist. That’s because strategists and publicists for the top movies from studios and streamers have been sitting on their hands, waiting for their actors to promote their films that are in the conversation for Oscar attention.

Emily Longeretta The television industry won’t waste any time when it comes to getting back to work following the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike. With a focus on broadcast shows, prep and pre-production are well underway. However, anxious viewers shouldn’t get too excited about their favorite scripted series coming back, as it could take more time than expected.

K.J. Yossman The second annual BFI and Chanel Filmmaker Awards celebrated creative audacity at the tony Claridges Hotel in London on Thursday afternoon.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Director Rob Reiner and journalist Soledad O’Brien have dug into the assassination of President John F. Kennedy — and they claim they have found evidence about who was really behind the killing. Reiner and O’Brien are the co-hosts of “Who Killed JFK?”, a 10-part podcast series featuring interviews with authors, witnesses, CIA officials and forensic experts as part of their investigation into JFK’s assassination 60 years ago, on Nov.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music After the long life of Dua Lipa’s 2020 sophomore album “Future Nostalgia” — which was pandemic dance therapy for so many — there’s been a hot remix album, a year-long world tour, a global hit single with Elton John and her effervescent single from “Barbie,” so it really doesn’t seem like Variety‘s 2022 co-Hitmaker of the Year been absent. Yet it’s been almost three years since “Nostalgia” dropped, and today we get the first look at her next chapter with “Houdini,” the lead single and video from her still-untitled third full-length album.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director A police officer in Sydney, Australia has pleaded guilty to “carrying a firearm with disregard” for a colleague’s safety after he threatened to shoot another police officer who said he would reveal spoilers from Tom Cruise’s blockbuster sequel “Top Gun: Maverick,” the Australian Broadcasting Company reports. According to court documents, 30-year-old cop Dominic Gaynor took out his gun and pointed it “in the vicinity” of fellow officer Morgan Royston after Royston threatened to spoil the film.

Can a live-action series live up to its animated predecessor? Netflix is once again taking on a  beloved animated property with “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” The live-action project sees executive producer and original showrunner Albert Kim adapt the early ‘00s Nickelodeon title for a new generation of fans—all the while keeping an eye on what original fans are looking for in a new ‘Avatar’ series.

Vogue December cover story published Thursday. “I’m one of those people who doesn’t go with a crowd,” the “Super Bass” singer told the outlet.

Little Simz held a moment of silence for the people of Palestine during the first show of her UK tour in Manchester on Tuesday night (November 7).The current conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas has been going on since Hamas launched an attack on October 7 that killed 1,400 Israelis. Israel’s retaliatory attacks have claimed the lives of at least 10,812 Palestinians, according to Gaza’s health ministry.Now, the rapper took a moment during the gig at the O2 Victoria Warehouse to pay respect to those who died in the conflict.

Fargo’s fifth season has been described as a “return to form” in early reviews.Created by Noah Hawley, the dark comedy crime anthology returns for its fifth season on November 21 on FX in the US.The show, originally inspired by the Coen brothers’ 1996 film of the same name, has explored new time periods and locations with largely a new cast in every season so far. In the fifth season, the series takes a more contemporary 2019 setting across North Dakota and Minnesota.A synopsis reads: “After an unexpected series of events lands “Dorothy ‘Dot’ Lyon” (Juno Temple) in hot water with the authorities, this seemingly typical Midwestern housewife is suddenly plunged back into a life she thought she had left behind.”Alongside Juno Temple, the fifth season’s ensemble cast includes Jon Hamm, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Joe Keery, Lamorne Morris and Richa Moorjani.Ahead of the show’s premiere, critics have shared their views on the first six episodes.

Shania Twain‘s crew were recently hospitalised after a highway accident in Canada on Wednesday night.A bus and truck that were shuttling crew members from the pop icon’s ‘Queen of Me’ tour were caught in treacherous conditions on the road between Winnipeg and Saskatoon on November 8.A statement released by Maverick Management (per The New York Post) said: “Multiple vehicles encountered dangerous driving conditions due to inclement weather. Members of the production crew who require medical attention have been taken to nearby hospitals.”A post shared by Shania Twain (@shaniatwain)It continued: “We are incredibly thankful to the emergency services teams for their quick response and ongoing support.

Lynne Spears has a bone to pick with her daughter Britney over one detail she wrote in her memoir The Woman In Me!

Robert Kardashian nearly turned Priscilla Presley into Priscilla Kardashian — but there was one thing that he just didn’t want on his plate.

Ryan Reynolds is a hero on and off screen.

There’s a chance Justin Timberlake will address the claims Britney Spears made in her book The Woman In Me… through song?! Seriously?

Brittany Mahomes is on the come-up! But did she just make a MAJOR misstep??

We made it!! @GrandCanonWest @IFlyPapillon

Reese Witherspoon and Kevin Costner dating?!

Zac Efron is mourning the death of his friend, Matthew Perry. While attending the premiere of his new film “The Iron Claw,” Efron addressed the loss of Perry and how he’d love to play him in a biopic if it ever where to be made. Jennifer Aniston is ‘struggling’ with Matthew Perry’s passingZac Efron shocks fans in interview, prompting questions regarding his changed faceEfron and Perry previously played the same character in the film “17 Again.” At the time, Perry said that if there were to make a movie about him, he’d love for Efron to play the role.

2023 has been full of unexpected celebrity splits. Among the long list of separations and divorces, Reese Witherspoon and Kevin Costner gave some important updates on their respective relationships, which have resulted in a series of speculations about new possible romances.CELEBRITY SPLITS 2023: THE MOST UNEXPECTED DIVORCES AND BREAKUPSWHY MERYL STREEP AND DON GUMMER DECIDED TO SEPARATE AFTER 45 YEARS OF MARRIAGEThe 47-year-old actress and the 68-year-old actor are the latest pair to be rumored to be linked together.

Marc Anthony is continuing his tour in Mexico, having stops in some of the country’s major cities. Accompanied by his wife Nadia Ferreira and by some surprising guests, Anthony has made the most of the concerts. On November 8th, he performed in Zapopan, Jalisco, where he was joined by Christian Nodal and Cazzu.

Robert Kardashian and Priscilla Presley were madly in love. The future father of the famous Kardashian sisters and the former wife of Elvis Presley were linked together at one point, with many thinking they were ready to get married and expand their family.

Latin Grammys recognize the best in the Latin music industry. The show is the most prestigious recognition a Latin artist can get, with winners including names like Juanes, Rosalia, Bad Bunny, Juan Luis Guerra, Alejandro Sanz, and more. It’s a show that originally spawned off of the Grammys, which are focused on music performed in English, even though each year they’ve started recognizing music made in other languages.

A dealer was caught selling heroin and crack cocaine to an undercover police officer during an investigation into a drugs ring known as the 'Eggy Line'. John Jones appeared in Liverpool Crown Court for sentence today after pleading guilty to a raft of offences, the Liverpool Echo reports.

This Christmas will mark five years since broadcaster Dianne Oxberry died from ovarian cancer, just a matter of days after being diagnosed with the terrifying illness.

Shakira and Gerard Piqué confirmed their separation, but that chapter of their lives is far from being forgotten. The former soccer player remained silent while the singer expressed her feelings through her music.

Tristan Thompson attempted to mend his relationships with Kourtney Kardashian and her sister, Kylie Jenner, after his past infidelity issues with Khloé Kardashian. While Tristan wanted to make amends, Kourtney’s reservations were abundantly clear.In the episode preview, Khloé Kardashian warned her ex, saying, “In this family, if you do something to one of us, it affects everyone.” The statement highlights the Kardashian-Jenner family’s close-knit nature and the ramifications of betraying a family member.The NBA player seemed ready to confront the past, stating, “I’m in the place now where I can own up to the mistakes I made.” This statement reflected his willingness to take responsibility for his actions and make amends.However, when Tristan finally sat down with Kylie Jenner and Kourtney Kardashian, the tension in the room was palpable.

Love Island's Shaughna Phillips has hit back at a nasty troll who told her to "lose weight". The new mum, who welcomed her daughter Lucia in April, was targeted by mean social media users after she shared snaps of herself in a swimsuit during a holiday in Mallorca. One user messaged her saying, "I think it's time you lose weight" but the 28 year old star didn't let this slide and reposted the cruel comment, stating that she "did not care" what people thought about her post-baby body.

EastEnders' Karen Taylor will soon be saying goodbye to Walford for good, as recent scenes hint at a dramatic exit that could leave her family in pieces.Thursday night's episode suggested how she might leave the show as she and her son Keanu argued over the £50,000 ransom money they nicked from Phil Mitchell.The mother-son duo came up with the plot to kidnap Albie after Sharon refused to put Keanu's name on his birth certificate and she had then also planned to leave Walford with the tot. Karen was left livid at Sharon's continued refusal to let Keanu play a role in his son's life, leading to her and Keanu concocting a kidnapping plan.

Beyoncé — dropped a new trailer for her much-hyped concert film “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé.” “To close my eyes and travel through realms of space and time, reality holds no power or control of my state of mind on my voyage to find a source to charge my inner being,” she intones over a moody montage of scenes from her epic 2023 tour at the beginning of the film’s third trailer.“Welcome to the Renaissance,” a choir of Beyoncé’s sings, as if you didn’t already know that said tour was the subject of this concert film.The film is set to be released on December 1, World AIDS Day, in honor of Beyoncé’s late Uncle Jonny — her inspiration for “Renaissance,” who died from AIDS-related complications early in her career.Then, some stadium stage-slaying and private family feels find Beyoncé reflecting on just how fierce she has run the world — as well as the household.“In this world that is very male-dominated, I’ve had to be really tough to balance motherhood and being on the stage … It just reminds me of who I really am.”Finally, after a nod to the “Renaissance” visuals that the fans have been clamoring for since the album dropped in July 2022 — “You are the visuals, baby,” she teases — Beyoncé makes it clear that the revolution has just begun, y’all.“It’s a new birth.

Luis Miguel has been touring steadily all over the world.As expected, it will be business as usual for ‘El Sol de Mexico’ these next few months.From November 2023 through June 2024, the hard-working 53-year-old pop star has 53 huge gigs lined up all over North America as part of his ‘Luis Miguel Tour.’That includes a concert at Brooklyn, NY’s Barclays Center on Saturday, June 1.And if you want to see him live in the U.S., Canada, Mexico or Puerto Rico, it isn’t too late to buy tickets for this year and next.Seats are currently available for all upcoming concerts on Luis Miguel’s tour calendar.Some are shockingly cheap, too.At the time of publication, our team found tickets going for as low as $26 before fees on Vivid Seats.To be fair, that price is a bit of an outlier — other shows have seats starting anywhere from $30 to $1200 before fees.Need a few more details before grabbing tickets to the show of your choosing?You’re in the right place.We’ve got all the details you’re looking for and more about Luis Miguel’s 2023-24 tour below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found here.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

Vince McMahon, the longtime former CEO of WWE, is selling nearly one-third of his stake in TKO Group Holdings.