Jamie Foxx has inked a new deal with ViacomCBS MTV Entertainment Group. The “Ray” star and his producing partner Datari Turner will executive produce original films with Blacks and other people of color. The MTV Entertainment Group consists of MTV, Pop TV, Paramount Network, Comedy Central, CMT, Smithsonian Channel, VH1, …
Read More »Dave Chappelle Announces “Chappelle’s Show” Is Returning to Netflix After Viacom Paid Up
Dave Chappelle released a new comedy clip on social media called “Redemption Song” where he discussed his recent Covid-19 diagnosis, the riot at the U.S. Capitol and at the end announced that “Chappelle’s Show” was returning to Netflix after Viacom executives did the right thing and paid him for his …
Read More »Netflix Removes Chappelle Show After Dave Chappelle Asked Them To
In a new stand-up performance, Dave Chappelle explains why he asked Netflix to remove the ‘Chappelle Show’ from its platform. In ‘Unforgiven,’ an 18-minute long segment, Chappelle goes into detail about how signed a contract out of desperation, giving away his name and likeness to Comedy Central. Comedy Central still owns …
Read More »ViacomCBS “No Diversity, No Commission” Policy Will Withhold Filmmaking Budgets In 180 Countries If Diversity Guidelines Are Not Met
Back in July ViacomCBS launched an initiative to promote diversity both on and off screen. Now, they have expanded the effort to 180 countries. “ViacomCBS Networks International creates and distributes content to audiences all over the world. This approach will ensure that we are both reflecting our audience, as well …
Read More »Viacom Is Reportedly Optimistic That They’ll Work With Nick Cannon Again
Well, well, there may have been a change of heart. During a Monday town hall meeting with employees, Chris McCarthy, president of entertainment and youth brands at ViacomCBS, commended former employee Nick Cannon on his recent moves to right his wrongs, Variety reports. “I struggle with the fact that Nick, …
Read More »Nick Cannon Apologizes for His Anti-Semitic Comments; Will Stay on As Host Of ’The Masked Singer’
On Wednesday, Fox News confirmed Nick Cannon will remain the host of the network’s top-rated reality competition series “The Masked Singer.” Earlier this week, Cannon was fired by ViacomCBS after making anti-Semitic comments on his podcast. However, he has since apologized. “When we were made aware of Nick Cannon’s interview …
Read More »Celebs Stand Up For And Support Nick Cannon Amid “Anti-Semitic” Comments, Diddy Offers Cannon Spot At Revolt TV
Celebs are standing up for Nick Cannon after Viacom/CBS fired him for spewing “anti-Semitic” comments. Although Viacom/CBS has dropped Cannon over his recent comments from his June 30 episode of “Cannon’s Class” podcast, he hasn’t been dropped by his numerous comrades in the industry. “It’s never hate speech; you can’t …
Read More »ViacomCBS Plans For New Streaming Service; Expected to Carry Shows From Comedy Central, MTV, VH1 & More
Are you ready for yet another new streaming service? ViacomCBS is planning to expand its streaming offerings with a brand new service, which is expected to be an extension of CBS All Access. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the service which is expected to launch in late February would carry …
Read More »Viacom Sued Over Drunk Driving Death After ’Lights Out With David Spade’ Premiere Party
The production company behind Comedy Central’s new show, “Lights Out With David Spade” is being sued after an employee left the party intoxicated and killed a pedestrian following a car collision. According to Yahoo Finance, Noah Benardout was struck and killed after being hit by a car that had just …
Read More »Viacom And CBS Come Together In $30 Billion Merge Deal
Network giants CBS and Viacom have agreed to merge in an all-stock deal, bringing together the Redstone’s family entertainment holdings, following a string of legal battles. The new merger deal is worth $30 billion and was set up to compete with the rise of digital streaming companies. The new name …
Read More »The Game Loses $20 Million Lawsuit Against Viacom Over the $7.1 Million Judgment Owed To His Sexual Assault Accuser
Back in 2017, #TheGame filed a lawsuit against Viacom in an attempt to hold them accountable for the $7.1 million lawsuit filed against him by former “She’s Got Game” contestant, Priscilla Rainey. In the initial lawsuit, Rainey accused the West Coast rapper of sexual assault during an “after hours date” …
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