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Hollywood Workforce Shrinks: 1,100 Jobs Cut in March as Broader Economy Grows
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Hollywood Workforce Shrinks: 1,100 Jobs Cut in March as Broader Economy Grows
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a decline in film and sound recording employment, dropping the sector's total workforce to 337,400.
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BUSINESS
California Officials Vow 'Vigorous' Review of $111 Billion Warner-Paramount Merger
Attorney General Rob Bonta and U.S. lawmakers warn the massive media tie-up could trigger job cuts and stifle Hollywood competition.
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Kevin Costner and Jake Gyllenhaal Head Down Under for ‘Honeymoon with Harry’
Amazon MGM Studios sets an April 2026 production date for the new dramedy, which is expected to inject over $51 million into the Queensland economy.
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New Orleans Hits $200 Million Milestone as Film Boom Ignites the Big Easy
BUSINESS
New Orleans Hits $200 Million Milestone as Film Boom Ignites the Big Easy
Fueled by Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ and competitive tax incentives, the city's production industry is on track for a record-breaking 2026.
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MrBeast and Amazon Lead $100 Million Pivot as Creator Economy Swallows Hollywood
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MrBeast and Amazon Lead $100 Million Pivot as Creator Economy Swallows Hollywood
Digital stars are no longer just on your phone; they are signing nine-figure studio deals and reshaping the $250 billion entertainment landscape.
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Noah Wyle Warns Congress: Save Hollywood Jobs Before They Move Overseas
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Noah Wyle Warns Congress: Save Hollywood Jobs Before They Move Overseas
The actor joined Senator Adam Schiff in Burbank to address the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger and the urgent need for domestic film tax incentives.
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Hollywood's New Pipeline: Tubi and Meta Launch Massive Cash Programs for TikTok Stars
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Hollywood's New Pipeline: Tubi and Meta Launch Massive Cash Programs for TikTok Stars
Tubi and TikTok join forces for a long-form content incubator, while Meta rolls out a 'Creator Fast Track' to compete for top social talent.
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"A Ghost Town?" Zero Best Picture Nominees Filmed in Hollywood for 2026 Oscars
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"A Ghost Town?" Zero Best Picture Nominees Filmed in Hollywood for 2026 Oscars
The 98th Academy Awards marks a historic first as every Best Picture nominee was produced outside of California, signaling a massive shift to international filming hubs.
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"The Brand is the Star": How Mattel and Nike are Reshaping Hollywood Finance
BUSINESS
"The Brand is the Star": How Mattel and Nike are Reshaping Hollywood Finance
Financial pressures are forcing major studios to trade traditional scripts for brand-backed projects like Barbie and Air to secure guaranteed revenue.
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Aloha, Hollywood! Hawaii Sees Massive Film Boom with 'Jumanji 3' and Jason Momoa
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Aloha, Hollywood! Hawaii Sees Massive Film Boom with 'Jumanji 3' and Jason Momoa
Sony’s next 'Jumanji' sequel and Netflix’s 'Protecting Jared' lead a surge of major productions pumping millions into the Hawaiian economy.
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Jason Momoa and Sony Lead Hollywood’s Massive Return to Hawaii
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Jason Momoa and Sony Lead Hollywood’s Massive Return to Hawaii
Production booms on Oʻahu as Netflix’s 'Protecting Jared' and Sony’s 'Jumanji 3' prepare to fuel the local economy and create hundreds of jobs.
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