John Koblin
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Reaction to Matthew Perry’s Death Shows Enduring Popularity of ‘Friends’
The sitcom’s final season was nearly two decades ago. But it remains popular on traditional TV and on streaming.
Talks Between Striking Actors and Studios Are Suspended
The sides said they remained far apart on the most significant issues, dealing a blow to hopes that the entertainment industry could soon fully roar...
Hollywood Writers Ratify New Contract With Studios
The vote, which followed the end of the strike on Sept. 27, officially brought to a close a bitter, five-month labor dispute. The actors remain...
TV Networks’ Last Best Hope: Boomers
Viewers have fled prime-time lineups for streaming outlets, with one notable exception: people over 60.
TV Networks’ Last Best Hope: Boomers
Viewers have fled prime-time lineups for streaming outlets, with one notable exception: people over 60.
Max to Stream Pro Sports Starting in October
Media companies are racing to figure out how to merge live sporting events with their popular but still cash-bleeding streaming services.
Bill Maher Says Show Will Return Despite Writers’ Strike
The HBO host said he sympathized with the writers but needed to return for the good of other people who work on “Real Time With...
Daniel Zhang Steps Down From Alibaba
Daniel Zhang, who had been expected to give up his chief executive and chairman roles this month, is also leaving as head of the company’s...
Jimmy Fallon Apologizes to Staff After Article on Workplace Environment
The article, which appeared in Rolling Stone, described the set as a “toxic workplace.”
First Republican Presidential Debate Draws 12.8 Million Viewers
The figure exceeded the expectations of some television executives, who believed that Mr. Trump’s absence would lead to far fewer viewers.