Disney CEO Bob Iger is taking a unique approach to solving the challenges faced by ESPN. He has enlisted the help of former executives Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs, who now co-lead Candle Media, a consulting firm. Known for their close relationship with Iger, Mayer and Staggs are working alongside ESPN President Jimmy Pitaro to …
LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the LA Clippers at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on July 30, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The game caught the attention of Disney, which is considering a strategic partnership for its subsidiary, ESPN. CEO Bob Iger and ESPN head Jimmy Pitaro have …
In a recent interview on CNBC, Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed that the company is adopting a more measured approach when it comes to producing movies and TV series for its Marvel Studios and Lucasfilm franchises. This decision comes as Disney aims to cut costs amidst underwhelming box office performances of its recent films across …
The News Corporation headquarters, housing Fox News, is located in Manhattan, New York City. (Photo by Spencer Platt | Getty Images) Fox News has reached a settlement in another lawsuit, this time involving a former producer of Tucker Carlson’s primetime show. The network, owned by Fox Corp., has agreed to pay $12 million to settle …
Jesse Watters, the host of “The Five,” had an engaging interview with Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Bush at Fox News Studios in New York City on November 13, 2017. (Image: John Lamparski | Getty Images) Fox News has chosen Jesse Watters as its latest star for the coveted 8 p.m. ET primetime slot. This …
The media industry has experienced its fair share of highs and lows, and currently, it finds itself in a low point. Media executives had high hopes for a rebound in 2023 after a disappointing 2022, but their expectations have gone unmet. Streaming slowdowns led to a decline in valuations for major players like Netflix, Disney, …