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10:00AM 9/15/2011
The debut of the Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony collections marks the biggest product launch in Kohl's history, says CEO Kevin Mansell. But star power doesn't always translate into shopper interest and strong sales. Do they have what it takes to win?
American Idol winner Scotty McCreery will have to be country strong to handle the temptation of his new wealth, a financial expert told DailyFinance. "Show business can certainly be here today, gone tomorrow," said Mitch Slater, senior vice president of investments at UBS, who outlined a financial plan that he thinks McCreery would be wise to follow.
No Yankees, No Phillies: Fewer World Series Viewers for Fox
10:39AM 11/02/2010
Many fans skipped the San Francisco Giants vs. Texas Rangers, which is a pity because the Giants played some extraordinary baseball as they captured the World Series. The poor ratings may prompt advertisers to ask for "make-goods" -- free commercials.
Why 'American Idol' Still Commands TV's Biggest Bucks
6:30AM 10/19/2010
Despite a slip in its ratings dip and the loss of man-we-love-to-hate Simon Cowell, American Idol remains the most expensive show on TV for advertisers. Why are they willing to pay close to half a million dollars for a 30-second spot? Young viewers, and lots of them.
As American Idol continues to fall flat with viewers, advertisers are flocking to the Super Bowl, which may just turn out to be the Hail Mary pass that Fox Broadcasting needs.
Winning an Emmy: It's More Than Just a Golden Statue
4:00PM 8/28/2010
Prestige means a lot in Hollywood. TV companies use a show's Emmy Award to help sell commercials, and advertisers enjoy being linked with hot shows. Sometimes, an Emmy can even help a program avoid the ax.
Sorry, American Idol fans, there will be no Paula Abdul in your future.
According to E!, the singer-dancer-Idol judge signed a 7-figure contract with CBS that prohibits her from appearing on anything but CBS' version of 'Got to Dance,' including any competition shows on any other network, both...
Jennifer Lopez to Replace DeGeneres on 'American Idol'?
8:00AM 7/30/2010
Jennifer Lopez will replace Ellen DeGeneres as a judge on TV show American Idol, Deadline.com reported.
Lopez's agent has been in negotiations with the show for months, Deadline.com reported without naming its sources. Fox announced DeGeneres' departure from the hit show Thursday, even though she...
Former Britain's Got Talent hopeful Emma Czikai is suing Simon Cowell and the show for $3.8 million, after her tender feelings got hurt following her rejection with two decisive "no's" and a "never" from Cowell when she butchered "You Raise Me Up."
"With all due respect, Emma, it is a beautiful...
Chris Isaak, Harry Connick Jr. considered for 'Idol' judges?
6:00AM 7/22/2010
The search is intensifying to find a replacement for judge Simon Cowell, as preliminary auditions get under way for the 10th season of Fox's "American Idol."
Fox is determined to snag a widely-known music industry figure for the post, and Hollywood Reporter says Chris Isaak has met twice with the...
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