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Billy Crystal, Michael Caine, and Ansel Elgort Celebrate Birthdays Today
Actor Billy Crystal, Sir Michael Caine, and Ansel Elgort are among celebrities born on March 14, 2026. Elgort, turning 32, is known for The Fault in Our Stars and Baby Driver. Este Haim turns 40 and Corey Stoll turns 50, adding to the star-studded list.
Elise Neal Marks 60th Birthday with Storied Career Highlighted
Actress Elise Neal turns 60, celebrated for roles in The Hughleys, Hustle & Flow, Scream 2, and Logan. She began as a member of the Tennessee Ballet Company before acting. Her versatile performances have established her in Hollywood.
Dan Avidan of Ninja Sex Party Turns 47
Musician and internet personality Dan Avidan, known as Danny Sexbang of Ninja Sex Party and Game Grumps co-host, celebrates his 47th birthday. He pursues photographing every Stegosaurus skeleton worldwide. Starbomb has achieved Billboard success.
Southport Acquisition Reports Q4 Revenue Surge from Animated Film 'David'
'David', released December 19, 2025, drove marketing spend and widened net loss to $79 million despite revenue growth. Guild membership hit 2.2 million, up from 550,000 end-2024. Strategy emphasizes values-driven content and theatrical releases.
Pete Hegseth Eager for David Ellison's Paramount to Control CNN
Secretary Hegseth stated 'the sooner David Ellison takes over that network the better' amid Paramount-Skydance merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. Ellison vows no interference in CNN's independent journalism. Ties to Trump and Bari Weiss at CBS raise concerns.
Live Nation-Ticketmaster Antitrust Case Reaches Tentative DOJ Settlement
Settlement requires multiple ticketing vendors for venues, artist promoter flexibility, and up to $280 million payments; no full breakup. Includes amphitheater divestitures and non-retaliation rules. Judicial approval pending amid state challenges.
Writers Guild Braces for Tough Studio Negotiations on New Contract
WGA seeks better healthcare, streaming residuals, AI protections as May 1 contract expires, nearly three years post-148-day strike. Studios cite streaming success via bundling and ads. AMPTP anticipates collaborative talks.
Ticketmaster to Open Tech to Rivals in Live Nation Settlement
Proposed deal mandates ticketing interoperability, shorter exclusivity, and venue choice for competitors like AXS. Aims to address monopoly in promotion, venues, ticketing without breakup. Echoes 2010 merger concerns.
Southport's 'Solo Mio' Romantic Comedy Boosts Theatrical Strategy
Alongside 'David', eight 2025 theatrical releases including 'Solo Mio' fuel Guild growth to 2 million by Q4. Theatricals serve as marketing for community-building. More announcements at CinemaCon.
CNN Journalists Exit Amid Merger Scrutiny and Coverage Shifts
Scott MacFarlane and Anderson Cooper depart amid Bari Weiss influence and Jan. 6 coverage concerns post-merger. Paramount vows CNN independence under Ellison. Ties to Trump administration fuel fears.
WGA Follows SAG-AFTRA into Bargaining Amid Hollywood Belt-Tightening
Negotiations start after SAG-AFTRA extension; union pushes residuals amid consolidation struggles. Studios financially robust per WGA, despite writer job scarcity. Historic strike context lingers.