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‘Star Search’ Netflix Reboot Taps Anthony Anderson to Host, Sets January Release Date (EXCLUSIVE)
Netflix‘s upcoming reboot of “Star Search” has named Anthony Anderson as its new host, Variety has learned exclusively. The new iteration…
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Vikramaditya Motwane Boards Coming-of-Age Comedy ‘Teacher’s Pet’ as EP, Taps Sindhu Sreenivasa Murthy to Direct – WAVES Film Bazaar
BAFTA Breakthrough Fellow Sindhu Sreenivasa Murthy is set to direct “Teacher’s Pet,” a coming-of-age comedy set in an all-girls Catholic…
Lifestyle
Nest New York Taps Donald Robertson for Fifth Avenue Scent Activation
Nest New York is once again scenting the city for the holiday season. Starting Friday, residents and tourists are invited to adventure up…
Business
NBCU Taps Paramount Vet Chris McCarthy for Producing Deal With Taylor Sheridan, ‘Yellowstone’ Team
Former Paramount co-CEO Chris McCarthy has found his next gig and it includes some familiar faces. McCarthy is talks for a deal at…
Fashion
EXCLUSIVE: Miu Miu Taps Amelia Gray for Upcoming Select Event in London
SHADES OF GRAY: Miu Miu will bring its Select concept back to London later this month, with model Amelia Gray heading the upcoming edition…
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Bondi taps acting U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton to probe Democrats' ties to Epstein
Attorney General Pam Bondi, at the behest of President Trump, has initiated an investigation into ties between Jeffrey Epstein and…
Business
EXCLUSIVE: Malone Souliers Taps Former Manolo Blahnik Exec Andrew Wright for CEO Post
Malone Souliers is turning to a proven footwear executive to help fuel growth at a pivotal time. The London-based brand — founded by Mary…
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Guinness-owner Diageo taps former Tesco chief Dave Lewis for CEO role
Diageo appointed former Tesco boss Dave Lewis as its CEO on Monday (Nov 10), ending a months-long search. The company is turning to an…
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Comcast Taps Bankers to Explore Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery Assets
Comcast has taken a step closer to making an offer for parts of Warner Bros. Discovery — but not WBD in its entirety — with the retention…
Business
EXCLUSIVE: Tory Burch Taps Joëlle Grunberg for North America President
Tory Burch has named Joëlle Grunberg president of North America, WWD has learned. Grunberg formerly worked at McKinsey & Co. as a partner…
Lifestyle
EXCLUSIVE: Dinh Van Taps Aimee Lou Wood as First Brand Ambassador
GRAND PREMIERE: Dinh Van has chosen British actress Aimee Lou Wood as its first brand ambassador. The “White Lotus” and “Sex Education”…
Fashion
EXCLUSIVE: Burberry Taps Jennifer Saunders for a Christmas Campaign Full of Checks — and Canapés
SWEET, AND FABULOUS: Burberry is serving up canapés, cakes with powdered sugar — and even a pun — for Christmas with a new holiday…
Fashion
Chanel Taps Katie Welch as Head of U.S. Brand and Company Communications
Chanel Inc. has named Katie Welch as head of U.S. brand and company communications, effective Jan. 5. It is a new role. She will report to…
Culture
Todd Snyder Taps Actor and Singer Aaron Tveit for Fall Campaign
This is a big month for Aaron Tveit. Not only is the Tony Award-winning actor and singer returning to Broadway with “Chess,” he’s also…
Business
Tokyo Gap-Financing Market Launches Awards Program, Taps Cannes and Venice Reps for Producer Sessions
The Tokyo Gap-Financing Market is introducing its first awards program at the sixth edition of the industry platform, which runs Oct.…
Business
OpenAI taps Broadcom to build its first AI processor in latest chip deal
The agreement extends a wave of AI chip investments driving the race toward human-equivalent intelligence OpenAI has partnered with…
Lifestyle
H&M Taps Jacques Wei for Chinese New Year Designer Collaboration
The capsule, a result of the fast-fashion giant's ongoing partnership with Shanghai Fashion Week, will drop in early 2026 before the…
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EXCLUSIVE: Burberry Taps Oscar-winning Talent for New Outerwear Campaign
LONDON — Burberry has tapped John Madden, the Academy Award-winning director of “Shakespeare in Love,” for its latest outerwear campaign,…
Business
Mediawan Shifts Global Distribution Arm to London and Taps Former All3Media International Exec Sally Habbershaw to Run Division
Mediawan Group, the thriving European studio behind Plan B, See-Saw Films and Drama Republic, is relocating its distribution business to…
Lifestyle
Juicy Couture Taps WNBA All-Star Angel Reese as Global Ambassador and Creative Collaborator
Juicy Couture has tapped two-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese as its new global ambassador and creative collaborator. She will become the…
Business
UTA Taps Disney and Apple Alum Judy Schwab as Chief People Officer
Judy Schwab, a human resources veteran of Disney and Apple, has joined UTA as chief people officer. “Judy’s exceptional track record in…
Business
Casablanca Taps Priya de Souza as Chief Marketing Officer
LONDON — Casablanca has appointed Priya de Souza chief marketing officer with immediate effect. In her new role de Souza will lead the…
Lifestyle
EXCLUSIVE: Aldo Taps New York Knicks Guard Jordan Clarkson to Front Men’s Capsule
Aldo has tapped New York Knicks guard Jordan Clarkson to present its newest men’s footwear and accessories capsule. According to the…
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Boeing taps Palantir to bring AI to defence, space factories
Artificial intelligence has emerged as a key focus for defence companies amid rising geopolitical tensions Boeing will partner with…