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K.J. Yossman Studiocanal CEO Anna Marsh has been upped to deputy CEO of the Canal+ Group. She has been with the company since 2008, when she first joined Studiocanal. She has previously held the positions of head of international sales and managing director of Studiocanal U.K. In 2019 she became CEO of Studiocanal, which is the production, distribution and sales subsidiary of Canal+ Group, and in February of this year was appointed to Canal+ Group’s management board. Before joining the group Marsh, who has almost 20 years experience in the industry, worked at Tele Images Productions (Marathon group) in the international sales department and TF1, where she was international sales manager.

K.J. Yossman Simon Cowell has securitized the Got Talent franchise in what’s been described as a “groundbreaking” $125 million deal. The securitization relates to the intellectual property behind the franchise, including both the U.S. and British versions of the show, “America’s Got Talent” and “Britain’s Got Talent.” As part of the deal, the assets to the franchise and its spin-offs have been pooled, including “production margins and fees, digital income, franchise and original content sales and sponsorship income.” The Got Talent franchise has been commissioned across 72 global territories, including Armenia, Chile and Egypt. As of 2017, it holds the Guinness world record title for “Most international versions for a reality television format.”

Lizzo has shared details of UK and European dates for her ‘The Special Tour’ in 2023.The pop star, who today (October 3) kicks off the tour in North America in support of her latest album, ‘Special‘, will play 15 dates across Europe and the UK next year. Joy Crooks will support on all UK dates.It begins at Oslo’s Spektrum on February 17 before wrapping at The O2 in London on March 15.

Disney+ has released the first trailer for its forthcoming Korean crime-thriller series, Connect.The visual opens with Ha Dong-soo (Start-Up’s Jung Hae-in) jumping off of a building, later healing from the injuries he sustained during the fall. As the trailer progresses, it is revealed that Ha Dong-soo gets glimpses of the gruesome attacks committed in Seoul through his missing eye.Connect follows a man who is kidnapped by a gang of organ harvesters, waking up from the ordeal to discover that they have taken one of his eyes.

Lindsey Buckingham cancelled the remainder of his UK and European tour dates due to “ongoing health issues”.The former Fleetwood Mac guitarist and singer was currently midway through a run of rescheduled UK gigs, which were due to be played earlier this year before he was forced to postpone the tour after he and members of his live band and crew contracted COVID.After playing the London Palladium on Saturday night (October 1), Buckingham shared a message on his social media the following day, revealing that the remainder of the dates – including a show set for tonight (October 3) in Glasgow – are now cancelled.The message said: “Due to ongoing health issues, Lindsey is regrettably having to cancel the remaining shows on his current European tour.“Refunds will be available from the point of purchase. Lindsey sends his deepest apologies to all of his fans who were planning to attend and hopes to return to Europe in the future.See the message and the cancelled tour dates below.News on Lindsey’s remaining European tour dates.

Dozens of musicians, rappers and bands are set to entertain audiences on Manchester stages this October, with a jam-packed gig list from all genres and decades.

‘ Wigan has enough houses’ says one councillor who proposed the borough should withdraw from the Places for Everyone plan. Coun James Watson, of the Independent Network, saw his plan to join Stockport in opting out of the plan and pursuing Wigan’s best interests thwarted by Labour members in the town hall chamber this week.

A man has died after a driver failed to stop for police in Bolton and crashed.

War veteran and triple amputee Andy Reid is to climb Mount Kilimanjaro for charity to mark the 13th anniversary of getting injured in Afghanistan. The father-of-two from St Helens landed in Tanzania on Friday ahead of his mission to climb the 19,000ft peak in Tanzania, east Africa, with the aim of raising £10,000 for his Standing Tall Foundation.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag believes a lack of belief shown by his players from the very first whistle was the catalyst for their humiliating 6-3 derby defeat to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

BLOODLANDS viewers were left seriously disgusted during the latest episode of the hit show. The BBC drama starring James Nesbitt has proven to be a fan favourite and is currently in its second season.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans are all saying the same thing tonight after Robbie Williams performed during the results show. The pop king, 48, performed his classic song She’s the One in a fetching pink suit, while professional dancers from the show danced in front of him.

COUNTRYFILE's Tomasz Schafernaker was on hand to deliver the latest weather forecast during Sunday's Countryfile - but fans found themselves seriously distracted by his choice of clothing. Tomasz Schafernaker joined Countryfile veteran John Craven as well as Adam Henson and many others on Sunday evening’s show on BBC One.

SOAP bosses are aiming high for a special tribute to Dot Cotton, months after Walford legend June Brown passed away. Speaking to The Sun, a source claimed EastEnders viewers can expect some iconic characters to make their way back to Albert Square.

EMMERDALE fans predict a return for an iconic character after sussing out who the hooded figure in the 50th anniversary trailer might be. The ITV programme is celebrating its 50th birthday this October after first debuting as the rural favourite Emmerdale Farm in 1972.

CELEBRITY: SAS Who Dares Wins has signed up former Big Brother star Danielle Lloyd for the next series. The model, 38, is said to be training for the show already as she gears up for the gruelling Channel 4 show. The mum-of-five, who took a break from the spotlight to enjoy family life, will make a return to our screens in 2023.

MODEL Demi Rose stripped topless to reveal her tan lines while posing in a tiny thong bikini. The gorgeous 27-year-old showed off her assets while lying front down on a beach bed with an almost invisible thong on. Her famous curves were on display with her derrière on show and she let her hair run down her back as she lay on the beach.

NAGA Munchetty called on her fans for help after her cat caused mayhem at home this weekend. Issuing a plea on Twitter, the BBC Breakfast presenter turned to her doting fans - and they were quick to rally round. The 47-year-old asked her followers what she should do after her cat brought a bat into her home on Sunday.

TOWIE star Demi Sims made a big statement with a huge new tattoo on her back. The reality star went topless to give her 580,000 Instagram fans a good look at her extravagant artwork.

LAUREN Goodger looked amazing as she sipped wine outside an Essex restaurant on a dinner trip. The 36-year-old, who has had a very tough few months, was all smiles as she enjoyed a bite to eat with some pals and her one-year-old daughter LaRose. For her day out the former Towie star opted for an all black outfit.

MARTIN Lewis took a swipe at Celeb SAS Who Dares Win star Maisie Smith. The Good Morning Britain guest host was back in the hot seat today for a special show about the cost of living crisis. But for some light relief away from the economic doom and gloom, Martin and his co-host Susanna Reid were joined by stars from the Channel 4 series.

GOOD Morning Britain viewers all had the same complaint after a technical blunder interrupted Martin Lewis’ rant at an MP. The money expert, 50, interviewed Chief Secretary to the Treasury Chris Philp amid the cost of living crisis. It comes after Prime Minister Liz Truss today ditched scrapping the 45p tax rate in a humiliating climb down.

GEMMA Collins stripped to a pink swimsuit as she showed off her shrinking figure. The former Towie star, 41, has been enjoying a luxury holiday with her family and fiancé Rami Hawash.

RYAN Thomas and Lucy Mecklenburgh's son Roman was rushed to hospital and kept in for 24 hours. The tot has battled serious health issues in the past - including being found "blue" in his cot by his terrified mum. Last night, actor Ryan said he'd spent the weekend at a hospital in Carlisle with his poorly son.

Strictly star Dianne Buswell and her boyfriend Joe Sugg are officially couple goals after the 31-year-old YouTuber made the most romantic gesture on Sunday.MORE: Strictly's Dianne Buswell delights fans with a series of loved-up vacation selfies alongside beau Joe SuggTaking to her Instagram account, Dianne, 33, shared a snapshot of the dreamy meal prepared by her boyfriend, showing off of the impressive 'entree' he prepared. The delicious-looking course was zucchini and ricotta swirls which the professional dancer enjoyed with a glass of wine.WATCH: Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg enjoy romantic Italian tripCaptioning the snap, she penned: "Joseph cooked me dinner, [red love-heart emoji].

difficult few weeks in the public eye, Holly Willoughby has received some good news! The This Morning host has extended her contract with M&S.MORE: Holly Willoughby shares rare glimpse inside beautiful family kitchenA spokesperson for M&S told MailOnline: "We have extended our contract with Holly, and we will continue to work with her." It has been reported that the 41-year-old will continue to be the high street brand's ambassador for at least two more years.WATCH: Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield break silence on 'queue jumping' controversyThe news comes shortly after Holly - along with co-host Phillip Schofield - faced a substantial amount of public backlash over claims they skipped the queue for the Queen's lying in state.MORE: ITV confirm Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield will not lose jobs over queue jump controversySEE: Holly Willoughby shares coping mechanism for surviving stressful timesLast week, ITV confirmed that the two hosts will not lose their jobs. Dame Carolyn McCall, who is the chief executive of ITV, said that their jobs at the broadcaster are safe, but revealed that both presenters were not "feeling great" about the situation.As programme bosses previously confirmed, the daytime presenters were given a separate access line for media to enter Westminster Hall and film a segment for the popular show that aired the day after the Queen's funeral.However, despite this, both Holly and Phil have been targeted on social media over claims they jumped the hours-long public queue.

Victoria Beckham was sure to ignore any backlash as she basked in her family's support following her Paris Fashion Week show debut. Over the weekend, the Spice Girl turned internationally renowned fashion designer showcased her spring/summer 2023 collection at the annual fashion event.

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