Category: Television

Rosie O’Donnell Says ABC Delayed a Skit as It Readied Trump Suit

The New York Times – Business:
The network asked the comedian to hold off on the sketch, which mocked the president, when she filled in as host of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”
How Paramount Won Warner Bros.

The New York Times – Business:
Inside the settlement talks between the media mogul David Ellison and the coalition of states seeking to block his $111 billion deal.
Trump Is Back on TV, Briefly, as Many Networks Carry His U.N. Speech Live

The New York Times – Business:
A suspension of pool coverage remains in effect. But the in-house United Nations broadcaster provided a feed of the president’s remarks.
The ‘Kid’ Takes Over: David Ellison Becomes a Hollywood Colossus

The New York Times – Business:
With Paramount and Warner Bros. under his control, Mr. Ellison will be “the Hollywood equivalent of Superman, Caesar and Midas combined.” But challenges remain.
CNN’s Future Will Include an Editorial Oversight Board

The New York Times – Business:
The looming ownership of the network by David Ellison has caused anxiety in its newsroom for months.
What Is the White House Press Pool, and Why Did It Suspend TV Coverage of Trump?

The New York Times – Business:
By banning CNN, the White House has thrown a staple of TV news coverage into disarray.
‘Brothers’ and 7 More Things to Stream This Week

The New York Times – Music:
A series starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson airs. Three movies come to streaming.
5 Takeaways From Ari Emanuel’s Memoir

The New York Times – Movies:
“Roll the Calls,” the new book by the Hollywood mogul, is an entertaining and expletive-filled read that surprisingly pulls some punches.
This Hard-Working Nonagenarian Actress Is Far From Done

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Liliane Rovère was in her 80s when she charmed American audiences as Arlette in “Call My Agent!” Now 93, she’s returned to the role for the latest chapter in a new film.
Paramount Weighs Some Concessions in Bid to Finalize Warner Bros. Merger

The New York Times – Business:
Seeking to settle a lawsuit with 12 states, Paramount has discussed measures to protect the editorial independence of CNN and the divestiture of Comedy Central.
As Big Tech Takes Over Hollywood, the Picture Onscreen Gets Darker

The New York Times – Movies:
“The Social Reckoning” and other movies reflect growing discontent with Silicon Valley founders. But such films may be at the mercy of the companies themselves.
Late Night Slams Donald Trump Jr.’s Russian-Funded Wedding Party

The New York Times – On the Runway:
“Here comes the bribe, from a Russian guy,” Josh Johnson sang in response to news that a Russian businessman helped pay for the event.