Dana Walden and Peter Rice: Meet the Media Heavyweights Behind Disney’s Major Shakeup

Love Island 's Andrew Le Page has tearfully admitted that he was 'falling' for Tasha Ghouri and ruled out a future with his new partner Coco Lodge. It's been a tumultuous week for Andrew, 27, who was loved-up with Tasha, 23, from Day One in the villa, until Tasha and the girls went to Casa Amor and the guys met six new girls in the main villa.The new girls were quick to tell Andrew that Tasha was taking him for a fool, which prompted him to "think about myself for once" and crack on with newcomer Coco, 28. In last night's tense recoupling episode, Andrew chose to couple up with Coco, but was left absolutely fuming when Tasha walked in with Billy Brown, 23.

With the sun shining and the temperatures rising, it’s safe to say that summer is well and truly here. But as things hotten up, many people up and down the country may be planning on jetting off to enjoy a much needed break overseas. And while going on holiday may be a chance to experience some new sights and scenes, it can also cause some people to miss their home comforts - whether that’s their bed, shower or favourite TV show.

EXCLUSIVE: The BBC has greenlit a landmark documentary film and 10-part podcast on Shamima Begum – the teenager who travelled to Syria to join ISIS before trying to return and having her citizenship revoked – from the team behind the multi award-winning I’m Not A Monster.

Stranger Things’ creators the Duffer bothers are making a new live action adaptation of Death Note for Netflix.Netflix previously released a live-action Death Note movie in 2017, directed by Adam Wingard and starring Nat Wolff.Now, Netflix have announced that the Duffer brothers will make a new live adaptation of the Manga story.While details of the project are sparse as yet, it will be a live-action television adaptation of the manga and anime classic.An all-new live-action television adaptation of the renowned Japanese manga and anime series Death Note.— Netflix (@netflix) July 6, 2022The brothers recently announced a new production company called Upside Down Pictures, which will create more film and television projects for Netflix.Some of those unveiled include a new original series from the creators of Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance and an adaptation of Stephen King and Peter Straub’s The Talisman in partnership with Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment and Paramount TV.There are also plans for a new stage adaptation set in the Stranger Things universe and a live-action Stranger Things spin-off based on an original idea by the brothers.An original series from creators Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews (Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance).— Netflix (@netflix) July 6, 2022A series adaptation of Stephen King and Peter Straub‘s The Talisman to be created by Curtis Gwinn.— Netflix (@netflix) July 6, 2022A new stage play set within the world and mythology of Stranger Things, produced by prolific and multi award-winning producers Sonia Friedman, Stephen Daldry (The Crown, Billy Elliot, The Reader), and Netflix.

HELEN Skelton has been dubbed as "thick" by Summer on the Farm viewers after asking a "truly stupid" question on the show. On Thursday evening, the popular show returned on Channel 5 and with it came Helen back in front of the camera - but her line of questioning soon stole the show.

Natasha Lyonne looked totally smitten as she stepped out in New York City with a mystery man on Thursday night.The pair strolled arm-in-arm while making their way to Broadway's American Buffalo on foot.The 43-year-old Russian Doll star was first spotted with the bearded hunk last year following her split from longtime boyfriend Fred Armisen. Smitten:Natasha Lyonne looked totally smitten as she stepped out in New York City with a mystery man on Thursday nightNatasha looked ultra stylish for their date night in a black mini dress with a white Peter Pan collar and matching cuffs.She styled the quirky dress with some black patent leather Gucci loafers and a bright orange Gucci crossbody bag.

Kylie Jenner pushed back against a man who said he's an Instacart worker claiming he heard 'a baby scream' while he was delivering food to her Los Angeles area mansion.'Lying for attention rubs me the wrong way sorry,' the Keeping Up with the Kardashians beauty, 24, said on TikTok in response to the story circulated by a 20-year-old TikTok user named Pablo Tamayo, E! News reported. (She later deleted the message.)Tamayo, who has more than 400,000 TikTok followers under the handle @thisisntpablo, posted a clip Tuesday in which he claimed that he picked up $12 worth of pepperoni from the West Hollywood grocery store Erewhon for the Instacart order.

After two back-to-back seasons of The Bachelorette in 2021, the hit ABC series returns next week, this time with dual Bachelorettes, Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia.ABC announced in March that Windey, 31, and Recchia, 26, who were both runners-up in Season 26 of The Bachelor, would serve as the franchise's first dual Bachelorettes in the same season.The leading ladies were promoting the new season, debuting Monday, July 11 at 8 PM on ABC, on Good Morning America, where they explained how this season will work. Dual:After two back-to-back seasons of The Bachelorette in 2021, the hit ABC series returns next week, this time with dual Bachelorettes, Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia Explain:The leading ladies were promoting the new season, debuting Monday, July 11 at 8 PM on ABC, on Good Morning America, where they explained how this season will workBoth The Bachelor and The Bachelorette franchises both operate under the same format - one contestant, many suitors, who are eliminated over the course of the season leaving the contestant with just one, who they may or may not pop the question to.When asked how this season would work with two separate Bachelorettes, Gabby said, 'We are each on our own journeys.

Just a day after 17-year-old Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp shared private DMs between him and Doja Cat, the singer fired back.Schnapp posted a video on TikTok that showcased private DMs between him and the 26-year-old singer (real nameAmala Ratna Zandile Dlamini), where she expressed a romantic interest in his Stranger Things co-star Joseph Quinn, 29.Doja Cat took to Instagram Live on Thursday, calling out the actor for his duplicitous act, though she didn't want her fans to overreact, since Schnapp is 'just a kid.' Response:Just a day after 17-year-old Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp shared private DMs between him and Doja Cat, the singer fired back Noah:Schnapp posted a video on TikTok that showcased private DMs between him and the 26-year-old singer (real name Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini), where she expressed a romantic interest in his Stranger Things co-star Joseph Quinn, 29She began by saying she tried to make a, 'three-minute TikTok but it didn't work,' so she opted for an Instagram Live video, adding she hoped someone was recording the video.'I'm just gonna say something right now, about the whole f***ing Noah Schnapp thing,' she began. 'I think that...

Katharine McPhee shared several images and videos that had been taken during her Italian getaway to her Instagram account on Wednesday and Thursday.The 38-year-old American Idol runner-up initially showed off her eye-catching form and displayed her impressive jewelry collection for her fans with a sizzling snap.The performer later shared a picture that featured her baby son Rennie, aged one, whom she shares with her husband of several years, David Foster. Vacation: Katharine McPhee shared several images and videos that had been taken during her Italian getaway to her Instagram account on Wednesday and ThursdayMcPhee initially wore a revealing white bikini top underneath a white button-up shirt during her boating trip.The Over It singer added a bit of color to her outfit with a multicolored skirt that showed off her toned legs.

Lyndsy Fonseca and husband Noah Bean are now the proud parents of two girls.TheDesperate Housewives alum took to her Instagram page on Thursday, July 7, to announce she had given birth to their daughter Evelyn, but it didn't all go down as planned.'We are complete,' Fonseca gratefully declared alongside a photo of their first daughterGreta holding her new sister in her arms.The actress went on to reveal her baby girl's full name 'Evelyn Estella Bean', before sharing that she 'arrived a month early, on June 20th.' Baby girl arrives early: Lyndsy Fonseca announced she and husband Noah Bean welcomed their second daughter, Evelyn Estella Bean, to the world a month early, with a picture of her older sister Greta holding her in her armsIn the photo it appears four-year-old Greta is puckering up to give her baby sister a kiss on the forehead.Cradling little Evelyn in her arms, Greta already looked like the protective big sister, while going shirtless during this memorable moment between siblings. At just 18 days old, Evelyn looked warm and comfortable wrapped up in a soft white blanket, as Greta gave her plenty of love and affection.

Natalia Dyer kept it casual in a baggy Outkast T-shirt and distressed denim shorts on Thursday while out and about in New York City.The 27-year-old actress showed her street style in a retro black-and-orange Ms. Jackson song tee that featured images of André 3000, 47, and Big Boi, 47, along with the lyrics 'I am 4 real' from the 2000 critically acclaimed hip hop hit.The Stranger Things star completed her outfit with frayed blue denim shorts and white Nike high-tops with an orange swoosh.

Nick Jonas offered a brief update on his daughter Malti, who spent her first 100 days in the NICU.Jonas, 29, and wife Priyanka Chopra, 39, welcomed Malti via surrogate in January, though Chopra opened up about Malti's struggles on Mother's Day.Jonas was at theACC Golf Championship in Nevada when ET's Kevin Frazier caught up with the singer and actor, who revealed his daughter is doing much better. Update:Nick Jonas offered a brief update on his daughter Malti, who spent her first 100 days in the NICU'All is good,' Jonas said regarding his daughter, during his appearance at the golf tournament.He was also asked about his life as a father, which Jonas said, 'is certainly life changing.' Jonas added that Malti, 'is amazing,' while adding that being her father, 'brings me a lot of joy.' All is good:'All is good,' Jonas said regarding his daughter, during his appearance at the golf tournament While Priyanka and Malti were not at the tournament, Jonas added that his wife is starting to warm up to the sport of golf, in a way.'She's picking the game up.

Beachwear lifestyle brand Cupshe announced the launch of its first plus-size swim collection with mega-influencer, model and body positive advocate Tabria Majors this past week.And on Thursday British model Iskra Lawrence lend her support to the launch party for the newCupshe x Tabria Majors capsule collection held in West Hollywood.The collection is a joint love letter to the city of Los Angeles from LA-based Cupshe and LA resident, influencer, and body-positive activist Tabria Majors, according to the brand's news source. Body positive advocate: Iskra Lawrence, 31, lent her support to the launch party for the newCupshe x Tabria Majors collection, which is the brand's first plus-size swim collectionLawrence, 31, flashed her infectious smile while decked out in an orange suit that she matched with a colorful tube top.She also donned a pair of open-toe sandals, and styled her blonde tresses long and flowing to about the middle of her back, although she pushed part of her hair behind her ears with a center part.

Sex Pistols‘ Steve Jones says he would be “down” for an ABBA-style hologram reunion for the punk idols.The Swedish pop heroes are currently hosting an ‘ABBA Voyage’ residency in London, where ‘ABBAtars’ perform alongside a live band. It’s expected to run for five years.Speaking on Rolling Stone’s Music Now podcast, Jones was asked about the idea of a Pistols reunion in the future, with the band having last played together in 2008.“Seeing that Abba can do it without being there, I’d be down,” Jones said in response.Listen to the podcast below.Last weekend (June 4), Sex Pistols‘ ‘God Save The Queen’ was the biggest-selling single in the UK. The 1977 hit was reissued on Friday (June 3), and hit the top spot exactly 45 years after it was notoriously denied Number One.

In 2004, Disney’s cable networks executive Anne Sweeney was named co-chair, Disney Media Networks, and president, Disney/ABC Television Group. The promotion, announced by then-Disney CEO Bob Iger, to whom Sweeney reported, set off a decade-long reign of Sweeney as one of the most powerful women in entertainment, with a vast TV portfolio encompassing a broadcast network and cable networks, Disney’s TV studio and news.

Selome Hailu After being ousted from his post as Disney’s head of TV content, Peter Rice sent a final memo to staffers.The news came Thursday morning as a shock to the industry, including many at Disney. Rice is being replaced by his top lieutenant, Dana Walden.View the memo in full below.Hi everyone:I am incredibly sad that this will be the last “weekend read” that I will be sending you.

Peter Rice was known for turning down opportunities to take a public victory lap.The soft-spoken British executive, who was ousted on Wednesday from the top TV job at Disney, has a reputation for quietly cultivating relationships with producers and directors such as Baz Luhrmann and Danny Boyle. In the 2000s, he leveraged those ties to boost the performance of Fox Searchlight Pictures with hits such as “Moulin Rouge!” and “Slumdog Millionaire.” More often than not, Rice let the directors, producers and actors take the bows.That low-maintenance demeanor would serve Rice well in Murdoch’s empire as he became close to the family and rose in 2009 to oversee all of Fox’s entertainment networks.

Disney CEO Bob Chapek and his leadership team have the “support and confidence” of the company’s board of directors, according to a statement by Chairman Susan Arnold.

UPDATED: Disney has confirmed the exit of Peter Rice and the ascension of Dana Walden. Release is below.

Cynthia Littleton Business EditorIn a shocking turn of events, Peter Rice has been ousted as head of TV content for Disney, to be replaced by his top lieutenant, Dana Walden.Rice, who served as chairman of general entertainment content, came to Disney with the acquisition of 21st Century Fox in 2019, as did Walden.