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[03/12/20 - 12:56 PM]
NBCUniversal Cancels Live Upfront Event Due to Health Concerns
The company will instead televise and stream the Upfront Presentation for the 2020-21 season to ensure the safety of all participants while also reflecting the increasingly direct relationship between NBCUniversal, its fans and its partners. |
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NBCUNIVERSAL CANCELS LIVE UPFRONT EVENT DUE TO HEALTH CONCERNS
NBCUniversal Will Televise and Stream Its 2020-21 Presentation to Ensure the Safety of All Participants
New Format Allows Fans and Marketers Alike to Tune-In
NEW YORK, NY -- March 12, 2020 -- Today, NBCUniversal announced the cancelation of its live Upfront event on May 11th due to health concerns. The company will instead televise and stream the Upfront Presentation for the 2020-21 season to ensure the safety of all participants while also reflecting the increasingly direct relationship between NBCUniversal, its fans and its partners. This will now allow all audiences to tune in for a sneak peek at the future of NBCUniversal's programming.
NBCUniversal's new Upfront Presentation will feature talent from across its portfolio and platform, and will preview new programming announcements, trailers and more, from Entertainment to Sports to News. Tune-in and programming details will be announced at a later date.
"At this moment in time, we can embrace a new future that puts our audiences and our partners first. This year's Upfront Presentation will ensure everyone's safety, while allowing us to give fans and marketers a preview of the upcoming season," said Linda Yaccarino, Chairman of Advertising & Partnerships, NBCUniversal.
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About NBCUniversal
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks, and a suite of leading Internet-based businesses. NBCUniversal is a division of Comcast Corporation. To learn more, visit www.nbcuniversal.com.
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[03/30/20 - 09:07 AM]
Adult Swim Picks Up "YOLO: Crystal Fantasy" from "Bushworld Adventures" Creator Michael Cusack
The animated series follows two Australian party girls, Sarah and Rachel, looking for fun times, new experiences, positive vibes, and hopeful horoscopes in the bizarre town of Wollongong.
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[03/30/20 - 09:01 AM]
"Destination Fear" Revs Up for a Chilling New Season Beginning Wednesday, April 29 at 10 P.M. ET/PT
Brother and sister duo, Dakota Laden and Chelsea Laden, and best friend Tanner Wiseman, along with camera operator Alex Schroeder, confront their fears once again.
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[03/30/20 - 09:00 AM]
From Movie Mogul to Hollywood Horror Story: The New Series ID "Breaking Now" Discloses Untold Details Behind the Conviction of Harvey Weinstein
The series launches Sunday, April 12 at 10:00/9:00c on the cable channel.
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[03/30/20 - 08:30 AM]
Freeform Launches #StayTheFFHome Pro-Social Campaign to Encourage Social Distancing
The campaign features talent across the cable network and includes out-of-home, on-air and social PSAs telling people everywhere to #StayTheFFHome.
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[03/30/20 - 08:11 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: "American Idol" Leads ABC to Demo Victory
Plus: FOX gets a demo boost from its "iHeart Living Room Concert for America" special.
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[03/30/20 - 08:00 AM]
Nickelodeon Ventures Into the Monsterverse in Original Animated Series "Ollie's Pack," Premiering Monday, April 6 at 4:00 P.M. (ET/PT)
Nickelodeon will air premiere episodes Mondays through Thursdays the weeks of April 6 and April 13.
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[03/30/20 - 06:53 AM]
"Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen" Presents New Shows from Home Beginning Monday, March 30 at 11pm ET/PT
After testing positive for the COVID-19 virus over a week ago, host Andy Cohen is feeling better and will remain in quarantine to shoot new episodes remotely from his New York City apartment.
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[03/29/20 - 10:02 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: "48 Hours" Tops Low Key Night in Viewers, Demos
CBS is the most-watched broadcaster while ABC wins the night among adults 18-49.
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[03/29/20 - 09:00 AM]
CBS Announces a New Live Concert Event, "Garth & Trisha Live!," on Wednesday, April 1 on CBS
In the special, Brooks and Yearwood will perform live from their home recording studio, Studio G, providing an intimate concert for viewers looking for the comfort and shared joy of music during this difficult time.
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[03/29/20 - 07:01 AM]
Ellen DeGeneres, Lady Gaga, Ken Jeong, Ryan Seacrest, Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone Join "FOX Presents the iHeart Living Room Concert for America," Hosted by Elton John, Airing Tonight on FOX
The special will feature performances by Alicia Keys, Backstreet Boys, Billie Eilish, Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day, Mariah Carey, Tim McGraw, Camila Cabello, Dave Grohl, H.E.R., Sam Smith and more.
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[03/28/20 - 11:31 AM]
OWN Announces a "Super Soul Sunday" Facebook Live Special Event with Oprah and Alicia Keys on Sunday, March 29 at 11 AM PT
In this intimate conversation with Oprah, Alicia will share candid stories of her life and her songs with personal anecdotes from her journey as a multi-platinum recording artist, accomplished actress, New York Times best-selling author, entrepreneur, activist, and mother.
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[03/28/20 - 09:42 AM]
"America Rising: Fighting the Pandemic - A Special Edition of '20/20'" Airs Monday, March 30, on ABC
As COVID-19 lockdowns sweep the globe, ABC News announced today that "20/20" will air its third live special in prime time anchored by David Muir on the outbreak.
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[03/28/20 - 08:26 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: ABC, "Shark Tank" Lead Demo Race
The Alphabet tops the adults 18-49 charts while CBS is the most-watched network.
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[03/27/20 - 11:49 AM]
ABC's "Grey's Anatomy" Season Finale, "Put on a Happy Face," Airs Thursday, April 9
The Alphabet confirms the show's early exit this season on said date.
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[03/27/20 - 11:32 AM]
Video: "The Sauce" - Official Trailer - Quibi
The series follows dance sensations and hosts Ayo & Teo as they explore the unique dance cultures in cities across the U.S., finding the freshest online talent to compete head-to-head for a cash prize.
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