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VIP+ Analysis: Job cuts and restructuring at EA studio BioWare highlight how the gaming industry is far from escaping the rut of 2024.

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A sequel series to “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” is nearing a pilot order at Hulu.⁠ ⁠ Sources say that Sarah Michelle Gellar is in final talks to once again play the iconic title character in the untitled project, although it would focus on a new Slayer and Gellar would appear in a recurring role rather than leading the series.⁠ ⁠ Get the details here: https://lnkd.in/g2XhCz7h

The latest Variety Intelligence Platform special report highlights every phase of content creation, from development to distribution, for an in-depth look at Hollywood’s progress toward a new normal after years of disruption.

After winning the #Grammy for Best Latin Pop Album, Shakira dedicated her award to "all my immigrant brothers and sisters in this country."⁠ ⁠ "You are loved, you are worth it and I will always fight with you," she said.⁠ https://lnkd.in/gykttUKs

Taylor Swift at the 2025 #GRAMMYs ❤️

Chappell Roan at the 2025 #GRAMMYs 💛

Jaden Smith poses for photos at the 2025 #Grammys.

VIP+ Guest Column: Despite the dramatic proclamations from such Hollywood luminaries as Ben Affleck and Jeffrey Katzenberg about AI transforming the visual effects and animation industries, the data tells a more measured story.

As network TV reruns dominate streaming catalogs again, it’s only a matter of time before SVODs start to emulate them.