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Cerys Davies
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Roger Sweet, the toymaker behind ‘He-Man,’ dies at 91
Toymaker Roger Sweet died Tuesday. As one of Mattel's longtime designers, Sweet is credited with developing He-Man, which became an emblem of childhood entertainment in…
BMG and Concord merge to create music’s fourth-largest company
BMG and Concord, music companies that represent artists including Tina Turner, Daft Punk and Jelly Roll, are officially merging. This deal is aimed at expanding…
Taylor Swift seeks further protections for her voice and likeness with new trademark filings
As AI-generated content proliferates, Taylor Swift becomes the latest celebrity to seek trademark protections for her voice and image.
Writers Guild members ratify new contract with studios
After a surprisingly quick negotiation with the film and TV studios, the members of the Writers Guild of America have officially ratified a new four-year…
Why the new Michael Jackson biopic is on track to break box office records
Despite some production hurdles and mixed reviews, the film is on track for a record-breaking opening weekend.
How Fox’s reboot of ‘Fear Factor’ became a surprise hit
Fox's reboot of "Fear Factor" has been a surprise hit for the network, reflecting American audiences' continued interest in house-based reality.
Hollywood editors get new AI tool
Avid Technology, the editing software company behind industry-standard platforms like Media Composer and Pro Tools, inked a multiyear AI deal with Google Cloud.
Spotify launches push to back L.A.’s independent music venues
During a tumultuous time for the ticketing industry, Spotify announced a yearlong partnership with the National Independent Venue Assn. that would help spotlight local venues'…
Coachella 2026: How premium brands are cashing in on a ‘consumer wonderland’
Coachella in recent years has transformed from a grungy desert fest to a "consumer wonderland." Here's why major global brands are pouring big money into…
WGA deal includes $320 million to shore up health plan
After less than a month of negotiations, the Writers Guild of America has approved a tentative deal with Hollywood's film and TV studios. The WGA…
