Matthew Belloni

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Matthew Belloni is a founding partner of Puck News, and the former editorial director at the Hollywood Reporter.

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After months of speculation and a headline-making final week, the Disney proxy war is finally over. Plus, what does the future hold for Endeavor after three years of public trading?

Disney, Iger win proxy war against Nelson Peltz; Endeavor goes private

After months of speculation and a headline-making final week, the Disney proxy war is finally over. Plus, what does the future hold for Endeavor after three years of public trading?

from The Business

ID’s docuseries “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV” alleges years of abuse on Nickelodeon sets, with “Drake and Josh” star Drake Bell speaking out after years of silence.

ID series ‘Quiet on Set’ explores years of alleged abuse at Nickelodeon

ID’s docuseries “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV” alleges years of abuse on Nickelodeon sets, with “Drake and Josh” star Drake Bell speaking out after years of silence.

from The Business

Netflix passed on Nancy Meyers’ latest title due to budgetary disagreements. Why did the streamer pull back on a deal with a top filmmaker?

Netflix says ‘thanks, but no thanks’ to pricey Nancy Meyers’ film

Netflix passed on Nancy Meyers’ latest title due to budgetary disagreements. Why did the streamer pull back on a deal with a top filmmaker?

from Hollywood Breakdown

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