Today, CBS and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) announced that Rod Stewart will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the “2025 American Music Awards” (AMAs) in recognition of his incomparable career, body of work, and unparalleled contributions to music for nearly six decades, honoring his lasting legacy and continued influence on generations of artists and fans. He will also deliver a performance of one of his timeless classics, marking his first time on the AMAs stage since 2004.
A two-time inductee into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Stewart’s extraordinary catalog includes 19 platinum and multi-platinum certified albums in the US. Among his more than 50 hit songs on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and 16 Hot 100 top 10 chart-toppers are songs like, “Maggie May,” “Hot Legs,” “Infatuation,” “Do You Think I’m Sexy,” “Some Guys Have All the Luck,” “Tonight’s The Night,” and “Forever Young.” His dynamic live performances have made him one of the most successful touring artists in music history. This summer, he’ll launch the North American leg of his “One Last Time,” world tour, a box office smash which grossed among The Top 20 Global Concert Tours of 2024, and he’ll return to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace May–June and September-October 2025 with “The Encore Shows.”
“Sir Rod Stewart is a master showman whose charisma and energy have defied time and embody the very spirit of rock and roll,” said executive producers Barry Adelman, EVP, Television, and Alexi Mazareas, SVP, Programming & Development, Dick Clark Productions. “We are looking forward to another epic performance on the AMAs stage as well as celebrating his incredible body of work when he receives the Lifetime Achievement Award.”
The star-studded celebration will kick off summer with host Jennifer Lopez from the all-new luxury resort Fontainebleau Las Vegas, on Monday, May 26. Promising to be a night of unforgettable performances, including from Lopez herself, the 51st AMAs will air live coast to coast at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT on the CBS Television Network, and stream on Paramount+ in the U.S.* Tickets to the star-studded show are available now on Ticketmaster.
Stewart joins previously announced performers Benson Boone, Blake Shelton, Gloria Estefan, Gwen Stefani, Lainey Wilson, and Reneé Rapp. Legendary entertainer Janet Jackson will receive the prestigious ICON Award, which recognizes an artist whose body of work has marked a global influence over the music industry. The global phenomenon and 11-time American Music Award-winner will also take the stage, marking her first television performance since 2018.
The AMAs and Easy Day Foundation, the Las Vegas-based nonprofit organization committed to helping Veterans transition to civilian life, will partner to present several special in-show moments that celebrate Veterans while raising funds for a variety of national and local organizations. Taking place during May’s Military Appreciation Month, the American Music Awards x Easy Day moments will include two performances and the presentation of a special award honoring a marquee talent who uses their platform to make meaningful contributions to the Veteran community, as well as inspirational stories from active-duty service members and veterans.
Fan voting is now closed with the exception of Collaboration of the Year and Social Song of the Year, which will remain open for web voting through the first 30 minutes of the AMAs broadcast via VoteAMAs.com. Kendrick Lamar leads this year’s nominees with ten nominations, followed closely by Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, and Shaboozey.
About the “2025 American Music Awards”:
- Celebrating the year’s most iconic music—the American Music Awards is the world’s largest fan-voted award show honoring today’s most influential artists and their passionate fanbases. This Memorial Day, the AMAs will pay special tribute to our U.S. troops and veterans through authentic performances and unforgettable moments.
- The “2025 American Music Awards” winners are voted entirely by fans. Nominees are based on key fan interactions – as reflected on the Billboard charts – including streaming, album and song sales, radio airplay and tour grosses. These measurements are tracked by Billboard and Luminate, the entertainment industry's most trusted data partner, and cover the data tracking eligibility period of March 22, 2024, through March 20, 2025.
- Kendrick Lamar leads this year’s nominees with ten nominations, followed closely by Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, and Shaboozey.
- Created by legendary producer and visionary Dick Clark and first awarded in 1974, the AMAs is known for delivering half a century worth of iconic performances, enduring moments that have defined and shaped pop culture, as well as a history of introducing audiences to breakthrough artists.
- This year marks the return of the AMAs following October 2024’s top-rated “American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special” on CBS - named one of the most-watched entertainment specials of the year. As the most-streamed AMAs in the show's history, the star-studded special surpassed 13M in reach and averaged over 6.1M viewers, an increase of +53% from the last show in 2022 on ABC, making it the largest year over year growth of a music special or award show in the world.
- The “2025 American Music Awards” is produced by Dick Clark Productions and will broadcast globally across linear and digital platforms.
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*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on-demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.
About CBS
CBS, a subsidiary of Paramount Global, creates and distributes industry-leading content across a variety of platforms to audiences around the world. The Company has businesses with origins that date back to the dawn of the broadcasting age as well as new ventures that operate on the leading edge of media. It includes some of the industry’s most successful and popular brands and businesses: CBS Television Network, CBS News and Stations, CBS Sports, CBS Studios, CBS Media Ventures and CBS digital properties.
About Dick Clark Productions
Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world's largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming including the "Academy of Country Music Awards," "American Music Awards," "Billboard Music Awards," "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," “Golden Globes,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” from 19 Entertainment and DCP, and “Streamy Awards.” Dick Clark Productions owns one of the world's most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation, in a subsidiary joint venture between Penske Media and Eldridge. Dick Clark Productions is a Penske Media company. For more information, please visit DickClark.com.
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Rolling Stone and Super Products Inc., in collaboration with theAuthentic Hendrix, LLC proudly announce the launch of an exclusive,first-of-its-kind high-end trading card set honoring Jimi Hendrix’stransformative impact on music, style and cultural history. The 2025 Rolling Stone Jimi Hendrix™ Keepsake Premiere Edition celebrates Hendrix’s enduringlegacy through a unique collectible card offering.
The inaugural trading card set will pay tribute to Jimi Hendrix’s iconicFebruary 1, 1969, Rolling Stonecover, which recognized him as “Performer of the Year.” Each card will showcaserare, striking photography of Hendrix, offering collectors an exceptional wayto honor one of the greatest guitarists of all time. Designed with incredibleattention to detail, the cards feature authentic gemstones and precious metalssuch as diamonds, gold, rubies and platinum. Arriving in a luxury woodendisplay box, the set seamlessly merges artistry with an elegant presentationworthy of Hendrix’s legacy.
“When Jimi picked up his guitar or composed amazing songs, he wasn'tsetting out to become a super star! He wanted to bring something beautiful tothe world—to leave a lasting impression,” said Janie Hendrix, President &CEO of Authentic Hendrix. “Being featured on the cover of such a respectedbrand as Rolling Stone wasmind-blowing and we are excited to commemorate that event in Jimi’s life. We are equally thrilled to partner with Rolling Stone and Super Products tointroduce a legacy collection of beautifully artistic cards that will becelebrated and valued for years to come.”
Fans and collectors alike will appreciate the craftsmanship andexclusivity of the collection, which consists of 200 unique cards. Each card isnumbered and produced in extremely limited quantities, with no more than 15copies of any card design. Adding an element of excitement to the collectingexperience, the cards are blind wrapped. The approach invites fans to trade andexplore as they work towards completing the full set or hunting for theirfavorite designs.
This 200-card set features six unique versions for each card—Rainbow(15), Swirl (10), Ice (10), Sheen (10), Fireworks (5), and the ultra-rare Vinyl(1)—offering collectors a dynamic and highly collectible series.
“Partnering with Super Products allows us to honorHendrix’s groundbreakingcreative contributions and launch a new category of Rolling Stone collectibles designed to echo the ethos of the brandand resonate with music fans around the world,” said Thomas Ferguson, VP, Licensing, Partnerships &Consumer Products, Penske Media BrandGroup.
The collection offers two purchasing options. Individual cards arepriced at $100 each, while master cases, which contain six blind-wrapped cards,are available for $600.
“With only 500 limited-edition mastercases available, we are honored to work in collaboration with the Jimi Hendrixfamily’s Authentic Hendrix, LLC and RollingStone to bring this high-end collectible set to market,” said Scott Allen,CEO of Super Products Inc.
The collection is set for an exclusiverelease on June 18, 2025, with pre-orders opening up immediately. Fans andcollectors can visit RollingStone.com/collectibles andhttps://keepsaketradingcards.com/products/hendrixrollingstone for more detailsand updates on this historic release.
For press inquiries, interviews, andadditional information, please contact:
Scott Allen
Super Products Inc.
scott@superproductscorporation.com
About Authentic Hendrix, LLC
Founded by JimiHendrix's father, James 'Al' Hendrix, and owned and operated by members of thefamily personally chosen by Al; Experience Hendrix, L.L.C. and its wholly ownedsubsidiary Authentic Hendrix, LLC, manage the Jimi Hendrix copyrights and trademarksworldwide. Their administration and exclusive rights to Jimi Hendrix's musicand lyrics, plus an extensive photo archive, helps create a legacy of productsthat mirror Jimi's own creative vision.
Visit us online at www.jimihendrix.comand www.authentichendrix.com
About Rolling Stone:
Fivedecades since its founding, Rolling Stone today has evolved into amulti-platform content brand with unrivaled access and authority, reaching aglobal audience of over 60 million people per month. Staying true to itsmission to tell exceptional stories that illuminate the culture of our times,Rolling Stone is an authority for music reviews, in-depth interviews,hard-hitting political commentary and award-winning journalism across print,digital, mobile, video, social and events. Operated and published by PenskeMedia Corporation, Rolling Stone provides “all the news that fits.”
Today, Rolling Stone announced Rolling Stone Presents: Gather No Moss, a four-stop tour spotlighting some of the most exciting, forward-thinking bands shaping the future of rock & roll. From indie and alternative rock to pop and experimental sounds, Gather No Moss will showcase the cutting-edge artists redefining what rock means in 2025.
The tour kicks off in Denver on July 26th at The Fillmore, before heading to Chicago on August 29th at The Salt Shed, Nashville on September 23rd at Marathon Music Works, and finally New York City on October 16th at Kings Theatre. Each stop will feature specifically curated lineups of today’s most dynamic rock artists—including headliners Mk.gee, The Beaches, Wet Leg, and MJ Lenderman.
With its legacy deeply rooted in rock & roll, Rolling Stone has spent nearly six decades chronicling the genre’s biggest stars—front row at roaring concerts, backstage at iconic venues, and deep in the heart of the mosh pit. Gather No Moss builds on that rich history and expertise.
TOUR STOPS & LINEUPS
- July 26 – Denver, CO @ The Fillmore with Mk.gee, Black Noi$e, and a special guest to be announced
- August 29 – Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed with The Beaches, Hello Mary, and Brennan Wedl
- September 23 – Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works with Wet Leg, Hana Vu, and Mary in the Junkyard
- October 16 – New York, NY @ Kings Theatre with MJ Lenderman, Hovvdy, and Annie DiRusso
TICKETS & MORE INFORMATION
Venue Pre-Sales will begin Thursday, May 15 at 10AM local time, with Public On-Sale opening Friday, May 16 at 10AM local time. Tickets will be available at RollingStone.com/GatherNoMoss.
Fans can follow @RollingStone for exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and artist announcements leading up to the tour.
Follow Rolling Stone
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Facebook: @RollingStone
YouTube: @RollingStone
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About Rolling Stone:
Five decades since its founding, Rolling Stone today has evolved into a multi-platform content brand with unrivalled access and authority. Published in 10 languages, Rolling Stone has a global audience of over 75 million across 14 international editions. Staying true to its mission to tell exceptional stories that illuminate the culture of our times, Rolling Stone is an authority for music reviews, in-depth interviews, hard-hitting political commentary, and award-winning journalism across print, digital, mobile, video, social and events. Operated and published by Penske Media Corporation, Rolling Stone provides “all the news that fits.”
Media Contact:
Nicole Morano, nmorano@pmc.com
Today, Rolling Stone announced Rolling Stone Presents: Gather No Moss, a four-stop tour spotlighting some of the most exciting, forward-thinking bands shaping the future of rock & roll. From indie and alternative rock to pop and experimental sounds, Gather No Moss will showcase the cutting-edge artists redefining what rock means in 2025.
The tour kicks off in Denver on July 26th at The Fillmore, before heading to Chicago on August 29th at The Salt Shed, Nashville on September 23rd at Marathon Music Works, and finally New York City on October 16th at Kings Theatre. Each stop will feature specifically curated lineups of today’s most dynamic rock artists—including headliners Mk.gee, The Beaches, Wet Leg, and MJ Lenderman.
With its legacy deeply rooted in rock & roll, Rolling Stone has spent nearly six decades chronicling the genre’s biggest stars—front row at roaring concerts, backstage at iconic venues, and deep in the heart of the mosh pit. Gather No Moss builds on that rich history and expertise.
TOUR STOPS & LINEUPS
- July 26 – Denver, CO @ The Fillmore with Mk.gee, Black Noi$e, and a special guest to be announced
- August 29 – Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed with The Beaches, Hello Mary, and Brennan Wedl
- September 23 – Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works with Wet Leg, Hana Vu, and Mary in the Junkyard
- October 16 – New York, NY @ Kings Theatre with MJ Lenderman, Hovvdy, and Annie DiRusso
TICKETS & MORE INFORMATION
Venue Pre-Sales will begin Thursday, May 15 at 10AM local time, with Public On-Sale opening Friday, May 16 at 10AM local time. Tickets will be available at RollingStone.com/GatherNoMoss.
Fans can follow @RollingStone for exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and artist announcements leading up to the tour.
Follow Rolling Stone
Instagram: @RollingStone
Facebook: @RollingStone
YouTube: @RollingStone
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About Rolling Stone:
Five decades since its founding, Rolling Stone today has evolved into a multi-platform content brand with unrivalled access and authority. Published in 10 languages, Rolling Stone has a global audience of over 75 million across 14 international editions. Staying true to its mission to tell exceptional stories that illuminate the culture of our times, Rolling Stone is an authority for music reviews, in-depth interviews, hard-hitting political commentary, and award-winning journalism across print, digital, mobile, video, social and events. Operated and published by Penske Media Corporation, Rolling Stone provides “all the news that fits.”
Media Contact:
Nicole Morano, nmorano@pmc.com
In collaboration with the Academy of Country Music and producer Dick Clark Productions (DCP), Prime Video announced today the return of the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards on the service for the next three years, taking the show through its 63rd ceremony in 2028.
The announcement was made ahead of Amazon’s annual upfront presentation and on the heels of the landmark 60th Academy of Country Music Awards show, which streamed live on May 8, 2025, from Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas and streamed live for an international audience across 240+ countries and territories exclusively on Prime Video and the Amazon Music channel on Twitch. Hosted by 16-time ACM Award-winning entertainment icon Reba McEntire and featuring 16 powerhouse performances and appearances from 40 artists including Alan Jackson, Backstreet Boys, Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn, Chris Stapleton, Ella Langley, Eric Church, Jelly Roll, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, LeAnn Rimes, Lionel Richie, Miranda Lambert, Rascal Flatts, Shaboozey, Wynonna Judd, and more, the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards was a truly unforgettable event six decades in the making. The Academy’s highest honor, Entertainer of the Year, was awarded to Lainey Wilson, marking her second year in a row earning the coveted title. Ella Langley led the night in total wins with five awards, followed by Wilson with four wins. Country legend Alan Jackson received the inaugural ACM Lifetime Achievement Award, and superstar Keith Urban received the coveted ACM Triple Crown Award. The show is currently available to stream on demand on Prime Video and can be found at amazon.com/ACMawards.
“Our ongoing partnership with the Academy of Country Music and Dick Clark Productions has been an amazing experience for everyone involved,” said Vernon Sanders, global head of television, Amazon MGM Studios. “With the tremendous success of this year's 60th anniversary show hosted by the legendary Reba McEntire, we are overjoyed to continue our relationship with the Academy and DCP for the next three years. We look forward to maintaining this success and bringing even more star-studded and captivating shows to our global Prime Video customers.”
“Our powerful partnership with Amazon MGM Studios and Prime Video has expanded the reach and accessibility of our show and the Country Music genre to viewers anytime, anywhere around the world and has redefined what an awards show experience can and should be in today’s environment,” said Damon Whiteside, CEO of the Academy of Country Music. “The synergies between Prime Video, Amazon Music, Twitch, and the other divisions of Amazon bring exponential value to our artists, our genre, and our fans through an immersive 360 music experience they can’t get from any other platform. I am so proud of our pioneering first four years in the streaming space, and we are excited to continue to deliver the future of Country Music and the ACM Awards to fans everywhere over the next three years.”
“We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with Prime Video through 2028,” said Jay Penske, CEO, Dick Clark Productions. “The Academy of Country Music Awards made history in 2022 as the first major awards show to exclusively livestream and continues to break new ground, creating a world-class music event and providing dynamic, unparalleled reach through Prime Video, connecting country music with a global audience.”
"I feel like it's just another way for us to get Country Music out there to the world,” the Academy’s winningest artist of all time, Miranda Lambert, said of the partnership between the ACM Awards and Prime Video. “Country Music is really popular right now, and I'm so glad more people are understanding what we're about, and I'm so happy to be part of the ACM history, and that it's gonna continue for three more years is really exciting."
Established in 1966, the Academy of Country Music Awards is the longest-running Country Music awards show and made history in 2022 as the first major awards ceremony to exclusively livestream, in collaboration with Prime Video. Since forming its partnership for the 57th ACM Awards, the show has been hosted by legends Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, and Reba McEntire, featured the biggest collaborations with superstar pairings such as Ed Sheeran and Luke Combs, Dua Lipa and Chris Stapleton, Rascal Flatts and Backstreet Boys, and became the first country music awards show to be nominated for an Emmy Award.
The 60th Academy of Country Music Awards was produced by Dick Clark Productions. Raj Kapoor served as executive producer and showrunner, with Patrick Menton as co-executive producer. Damon Whiteside served as executive producer for the Academy of Country Music, and Jay Penske and Barry Adelman served as executive producers for DCP. John Saade served as consulting producer for Amazon MGM Studios.
Follow the Academy of Country Music on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, join the conversation with #ACMawards, and sign up for the FREE ACM A-List for the latest news + updates in your email inbox.
About the Academy of Country Music:
Founded in Southern California in 1964 as a regional trade organization, the ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC (ACM) has grown in the 60 years since into a leading association for the Country Music industry. Headquartered in Nashville, TN and boasting record-high membership of more than 5,000 worldwide, the Academy serves as a powerhouse advocate for Country fans, artists, and all facets of the business, as well as a supporter of philanthropic work through charitable partner ACM LIFTING LIVES, dedicated to improving lives through the power of music and providing aid in times of need, with a focus on health initiatives. 2025 is a landmark year for the Academy with the 60th ACM Awards, hosted by entertainment icon Reba McEntire, returning to the world headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys in Texas for a third consecutive year and streaming live for a global audience on Prime Video. The Academy also remains relentlessly committed to creating a more inclusive environment for underrepresented groups in Country Music, from the boardroom to the stage, and proudly presents ACM Level Up, a two-year professional development and enrichment curriculum for rising leaders, among other initiatives. For more information, visit ACMcountry.com or ACMLiftingLives.org.
About Dick Clark Productions:
Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world's largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming including the "Academy of Country Music Awards," "American Music Awards," "Billboard Music Awards," "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," “Golden Globes,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” from 19 Entertainment and DCP, and “Streamy Awards.” Dick Clark Productions owns one of the world's most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation, in a subsidiary joint venture between Penske Media and Eldridge. Dick Clark Productions is a Penske Media company. For more information, please visit DickClark.com.
About Prime Video:
Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Red One, Road House,The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Reacher, The Boys, Cross, and The Idea of You; licensed fan favorites; Prime member exclusive access to coverage of live sports including Thursday Night Football, WNBA, and NWSL, and acclaimed sports documentaries including Bye Bye Barry and Kelce; and programming from partners such as Apple TV+, Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+ via Prime Video add-on subscriptions, as well as more than 500 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels. Prime members in the U.S. can share a variety of benefits, including Prime Video, by using Amazon Household. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store and can enjoy even more content for free with ads. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info, visit www.amazon.com/primevideo.
Media Contacts
Amazon MGM Studios/Prime Video: Nate Kirtman,nkirtman@amazon.com, Leshelle Sargent,leshelle.sargent@amazonstudios.com
Academy of Country Music: Jesse Knutson, jesse@acmcountry.com | Lexi Cothran, lexi.cothran@acmcountry.com
Dick Clark Productions: Gina Sorial, gsorial@dickclark.com
Today, Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) and the Saudi Fashion Commission announced the upcoming Global Fashion & Beauty Summit set to take place May 21 – 22, at Bab Samhan in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Under the theme, ‘Age of Agility: Identifying Opportunity,’ the summit will gather key business leaders, innovators, and influencers from around the world to discuss the evolving landscape of fashion, beauty, and wellness industries. Presented in partnership with Fashion Futures, Saudi Arabia’s premier fashion intelligence platform, the summit combines global expertise with local insight to foster strategic dialogue, innovation, and cross-market collaboration.
“Following our first successful Global Fashion Summit in Riyadh last June, we are excited to partner again with Fashion Futures on another event examining the major trends in fashion, beauty and retail,” said Amanda Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Fairchild Media Group. “Saudi Arabia is one of the most compelling markets in the world today, and we have brought together an impressive lineup of designers, executives and creatives to provide their views on the path forward amid these turbulent times and to discuss the groundbreaking developments taking place in the industry in this key region.”
“The speakers we brought together for last year's Global Fashion Summit in Riyadh were incredibly impressed with the industry's developments and growth in Saudi Arabia, and we look forward to having them see how much it has progressed in the last year,” said James Fallon, Chief Content Officer of Fairchild Media Group. “This year's Summit will enable key industry leaders to give their insights on how to build and grow a business, creativity, the latest trends and the future paths for growth. I am sure it will be a compelling exchange.”
“Partnering again with Women’s Wear Daily allows us to further amplify the creative dialogue between Saudi Arabia and the global industry,” said Burak Cakmak, Chief Executive Officer, Saudi Fashion Commission. “This year’s focus on fashion and beauty speaks directly to the evolving nature of personal expression and cultural relevance. Through this summit, we aim to spotlight new ideas, drive meaningful conversations, and inspire innovation across the fashion sector and beyond.”
The summit will feature a powerful lineup of expert speakers who will cover a range of essential topics, including:
- Navigating Global Demographics: From the Sephora teens to the rise of Gen X spending and the aging Millennials, understanding what resonates with different demographic cohorts around the world is crucial for success in beauty and wellness.
- Where Beauty Becomes Lifestyle: Beauty has shifted from being solely about appearance to how one feels. This session will examine the latest in experiential wellness, including services, rituals, products, and technologies that focus on both inner and outer beauty.
- Inside Shifting Market Dynamics: While brands are global, consumers are local. Speakers will share real-time insights on what is working at retail in key markets like Asia, Europe, and the U.S., and why these strategies are so effective in their respective regions.
- The Movers, The Shakers, The Idea Makers: Meet the founders and creatives who are breaking the boundaries of beauty and wellness, creating new opportunities, and shaping the industry with innovative insights and forward-thinking ideas.
For partnership inquiries, please contact Melissa Rocco at mrocco@fairchildfashion.com. For attendance inquiries, please contact Lauren Simeone at lsimeone@fairchildfashion.com.
For event details and updates please visit WWD Global Fashion and Beauty Summit event site.
About WWD
Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) provides a balance of timely, credible business news and key fashion trends for leading retailers, designers, manufacturers, marketers, financiers, Wall Street analysts, international moguls, media executives, ad agencies, trend-makers, and global consumers. Founded in 1910 by Edmund Fairchild and helmed for over two decades by legendary publisher John B. Fairchild, WWD has been the daily media of record and the industry voice of authority for over 100 years. Operated and published by Penske Media Corporation under Fairchild Media Group, WWD reaches a global audience of nearly 10 million every month across print, digital, mobile, video, social and events including the annual WWD Apparel & Retail CEO Summit and Global Summits in 3 international markets. As an increasingly complex marketplace heightens the need for information and competitive intelligence, WWD delivers spirited coverage with frequency, integrity, and a legacy of getting it right and getting it first.
Fashion Futures
Fashion Futures is a comprehensive platform dedicated to providing insights and analytics on the fashion industry in Saudi Arabia, with the mission to revolutionize Saudi’s fashion industry by offering the leading fashion intelligence platform, enabling global connections and opportunities for investors and fashion businesses. Consequently, it shapes the future of the regional fashion industry through a data-driven approach while driving actionable insights.
PR Contacts:
Fashion Futures / Saudi Fashion Commission
Shahinaz Alotaishan, salotaishan@moc.gov.sa
Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) / Fairchild Media Group / Penske Media Corporation
Abby Kalicka, akalicka@pmc.com
Today, Rolling Stone announced that Gus Wenner will assume the role of Executive Chairman, and Julian Holguin will become the brand’s CEO. Wenner will collaborate with Holguin to ensure the brand’s long-term strategic vision while pursuing new ventures outside of Rolling Stone. Holguin will assume oversight of the business.
“It has been an unbelievable journey leading Rolling Stone. There have been so many brilliant contributors and collaborators who have helped transform it from a magazine into a multimedia powerhouse, all while keeping its mission intact. I am grateful to every single one of them. Building something outside of Rolling Stone has been on my mind for some time, and although it has been a hard decision to make, the timing is right – the business is as strong as it has ever been, and it will be in great hands. I look forward to continuing to help guide the ship as Executive Chairman, while embarking on my next chapter,” said Wenner.
Wenner led the sale of Rolling Stone to Penske Media Corporation in 2017. Following the sale, he served as President for 4 years before becoming the brand's CEO in January 2022. During this period, he transformed Rolling Stone from a traditional magazine publisher into a thriving, multifaceted brand. Under his leadership, Rolling Stone has grown its audience to over 60 million readers per month, built a robust live events business, launched Rolling Stone Films, built a digital subscription business, and vastly expanded the brand’s global footprint – all led by the strength of its journalism. During Wenner’s tenure, Rolling Stone has won 7 National Magazine Awards, its first ever Emmy Award, a George Polk Award, and its first ever Murrow Prize.
"Rolling Stone is poised for continued success leveraging Gus’ deep experience and vision for the brand and Julian’s keen business instincts and passion for innovation,” said Jay Penske, Chairman and CEO, Penske Media Corporation. “Rolling Stone will continue its rich legacy of world class journalism and culture shaping conversation while creating new avenues for growth."
Holguin is a seasoned music and media executive and leader, with vast experience across digital publishing, social media, broadcast television and live events. He spent 10 years at Billboard, most recently as President, where he oversaw global business operations and led the company’s transformation from a business-to-business trade publication to an innovative leader in music media. He led Billboard through several transformative milestones, including its 2014 merger with The Hollywood Reporter, the acquisition of Spin Media in 2016, its 2018 merger with Dick Clark Productions and its eventual sale to Penske Media Corporation in 2020 while simultaneously leading the company to record increases across advertising, live events, licensing and content distribution. Holguin will report to Chairman and CEO, Penske Media Corporation, Jay Penske.
“The legacy and enduring impact of Rolling Stone is undeniable, and having the opportunity to broaden the scope and reach of the brand is the opportunity of a lifetime. I'm thrilled to join forces with the entire Rolling Stone team to drive its continued evolution and expansion into new and exciting territory,” said Holguin.
About Rolling Stone
Five decades since its founding, Rolling Stone today has evolved into a multi-platform content brand with unrivaled access and authority, reaching a global audience of over 60 million people per month. Staying true to its mission to tell exceptional stories that illuminate the culture of our times, Rolling Stone is an authority for music reviews, in-depth interviews, hard-hitting political commentary, and award-winning journalism across print, digital, mobile, video, social, and events. Operated and published by Penske Media Corporation, Rolling Stone provides “all the news that fits.”
PR Contact:
Penke Media Corporation
Brooke Jaffe, bjaffe@pmc.com
Easy Day Foundation and Dick Clark Productions announced today that the 2025 American Music Awards (AMAs), the world’s largest fan-voted award show, will partner with the Las Vegas-based nonprofit organization committed to helping Veterans transition to civilian life to present several special in-show moments that celebrate Veterans while raising funds for a variety of national and local organizations. Hosted by global superstar Jennifer Lopez, the American Music Awards will air live coast-to-coast on Monday, May 26 at 8 p.m. EDT / 5 p.m. PDT on CBS and Paramount+.*
Taking place during May’s Military Appreciation Month, the American Music Awards x Easy Day moments will include two performances and the presentation of a special award honoring a marquee talent who uses their platform to make meaningful contributions to the Veteran community, as well as inspirational stories from active-duty service members and veterans.
In-show fundraising moments (now accepting donations at easyday.org/amas) will benefit Veteran service organizations across the country, including the Bob Woodruff Foundation, Boot Campaign, Congressional Medal of Honor Society, Fisher House, The Folded Flag Foundation, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Team Rubicon, and UNLV’s Military and Veteran Services Center. A portion of ticket sales will benefit the Easy Day Foundation and its partners, and a portion of audience seating will be reserved for veteran attendees in recognition of their service.
Founded by Frank Fertitta IV and Landon Gyulay, the Easy Day Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grant-making nonprofit committed to helping Veterans transition to civilian life by addressing critical needs including mental health care, job training, placement, and family support services.
“Our goal at this year’s American Music Awards is to not only honor the memory of our fallen heroes but to spotlight the ongoing needs of millions of veterans as they reintegrate into civilian life,” said Frank Fertitta IV, co-founder of Easy Day Foundation. “We’re proud to be part of an iconic award show like the American Music Awards that has the power to raise awareness, inspire compassion and drive real change.”
“Partnering with the AMAs gives us a powerful platform to elevate the stories of our veterans and amplify the mission of Easy Day,” said Landon Gyulay, co-founder of Easy Day Foundation. “These brave men and women have given their all for our freedom and our AMAs partnership allows us to turn national attention into national action on their behalf.”
Gerry Byrne, Vice Chairman of Penske Media Corporation (PMC) and a Marine Corps Vietnam combat Veteran, adds "PMC and Dick Clark Productions are deeply honored to spotlight our nation’s heroes through this meaningful partnership with Easy Day Foundation and the most preeminent organizations supporting our nation’s heroes. The transition from service to civilian life isn’t easy and these special moments during the AMAs shine a much-needed light on the real challenges Veterans face and the critical support systems required to help them navigate life after service.”
Celebrating the year’s most iconic music—the American Music Awards is the world’s largest fan-voted award show honoring today’s most influential artists and their passionate fanbases. Created by legendary producer and visionary Dick Clark and first awarded in 1974, the AMAs is known for delivering more than half a century worth of iconic performances, enduring moments that have defined and shaped pop culture, as well as a history of introducing audiences to breakthrough artists.
The AMAs is produced by Dick Clark Productions.
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*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.
About CBS
CBS, a subsidiary of Paramount Global, creates and distributes industry-leading content across a variety of platforms to audiences around the world. The Company has businesses with origins that date back to the dawn of the broadcasting age as well as new ventures that operate on the leading edge of media. It includes some of the industry’s most successful and popular brands and businesses: CBS Television Network, CBS News and Stations, CBS Sports, CBS Studios, CBS Media Ventures and CBS digital properties.
About Dick Clark Productions
Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world's largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming including the "Academy of Country Music Awards," "American Music Awards," "Billboard Music Awards," "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," “Golden Globes,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” from 19 Entertainment and DCP, and “Streamy Awards.” Dick Clark Productions owns one of the world's most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation, in a subsidiary joint venture between Penske Media and Eldridge. Dick Clark Productions is a Penske Media company. For more information, please visit DickClark.com.
About Easy Day Foundation (EDF)
Easy Day Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grant-making nonprofit organization founded by Frank Fertitta IV and Landon Gyulay that supports Veterans and their families as they transition back to civilian life. Inspired by the Navy SEAL motto which states, “The only easy day was yesterday,” Easy Day’s mission is simple: to ensure a future full of “Easy Days” ahead for the nation’s Veterans. Driven by deep gratitude, civic duty and personal ties to military service, the co-founders established Easy Day with a focus on live event fundraising and strategic support for nonprofit partners addressing the distinct, critical needs of Veterans and with a holistic approach to offering mental health counseling, job placement, training and family support. With a rigorous vetting process and a commitment to funding organizations that allocate over 80% of resources directly to programs, Easy Day Foundation ensures every dollar raised makes a meaningful impact. Current and past beneficiaries of Easy Day’s partnership include the Bob Woodruff Foundation, Boot Campaign, Congressional Medal of Honor Society, Fisher House, The Folded Flag Foundation, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Team Rubicon,, UNLV's Military and Veteran Services Center. For more information, visit EasyDay.org or follow along on social media @easydayfoundation.
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Today, the Academy of Country Music (ACM), Prime Video, and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) revealed Country superstar, Keith Urban, will be honored with the coveted ACM Triple Crown Award and honored with numerous performances of his songs by fellow artists at the Academy of Country Music Awards Presented by Carnival Cruise Line. Hosted by 16-time ACM Award-winning entertainment icon Reba McEntire, the 60th ACM Awards will stream live exclusively for a global audience across 240+ countries and territories on Prime Video and the Amazon Music channel on Twitch on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. PT from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, the world headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys.
The monumental show will feature performances honoring ACM Triple Crown Award recipient Keith Urban, with must-see performances of his chart-topping hits by Chris Stapleton, Megan Moroney, and Brothers Osborne. The ACM Triple Crown Award is a special recognition presented by the Academy of Country Music to artists who have won three distinct, prestigious awards, including New Artist of the Year, Artist of the Year, and Entertainer of the Year. Urban achieved this honor by winning Top New Male Vocalist in 2001, Male Vocalist of the Year in 2005 and 2006, and Entertainer of the Year in 2019, and he is the first artist to receive this honor on the ACM Awards since Carrie Underwood in 2010 at the 45th ACM Awards.
As previously announced, the milestone show will feature performances you won’t want to miss, including:
- The celebration of 60 years of the ACM Awards will feature an opening with 12 minutes straight of music highlighting ACM Songs of the Year from six decades in an all-star performance that brings together Clint Black, Dan + Shay, LeAnn Rimes, Reba McEntire, Sugarland, andWynonna Judd.
- Powerhouse duets, including a collaborative performance between Backstreet Boys and Rascal Flatts; a standout performance from Jelly Roll and Shaboozey; and Brooks & Dunn will take the stage with Cody Johnson.
- Performances from Alan Jackson, Blake Shelton, Eric Church, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, and Miranda Lambert, as well as New Artist of the Year winners Ella Langley and Zach Top.
This Emmy-nominated, star-powered experience will feature unprecedented performances, exclusive collaborations, and unexpected moments from the biggest Country Music stars of the past, present, and future, all while celebrating the genre’s most iconic and emerging talent. A limited number of tickets to the landmark 60th ACM Awards are available for purchase on SeatGeek, offering fans exclusive entry into a nonstop celebration packed with performances by their favorite country stars and seats closer to the action than ever.
Established in 1966, the Academy of Country Music Awards is the longest-running Country Music awards show and made history in 2022 as the first major awards ceremony to exclusively livestream, in collaboration with Prime Video. The 60th Academy of Country Music Awards is produced by Dick Clark Productions (DCP). Raj Kapoor is executive producer and showrunner, with Patrick Menton as co-executive producer. Damon Whiteside serves as executive producer for the Academy of Country Music, and Jay Penske and Barry Adelman serve as executive producers for DCP. John Saade will also continue to serve as consulting producer for Amazon MGM Studios.
Follow the Academy of Country Music on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, join the conversation with #ACMawards, and sign up for the FREE ACM A-List for the latest news and updates in your email inbox. Be sure to check-out the Explore Pagewhere customers can “Watch, Listen, and Shop” the ACM Awards.
Carnival Cruise Line is the Presenting Sponsor of the Academy of Country Music Awards.
Mountain Valley Spring Water is the Official Water of the Academy of Country Music Awards. Boot Barn is the Official Western Retailer of the Academy of Country Music Awards. Realtor.com is the presenting sponsor of the ACM Single of the Year Award for the 60th ACM Awards.
The Academy of Country Music would like to thank its partners Albertsons Companies, Alto, Amazon Music, American Airlines, Ashley, Baylor Scott & White, Carhartt, Charlie 1 Horse, Choctaw Casinos & Resorts, Coors Light, The Duckhorn Portfolio, North Texas Ford Dealers, Frisco Economic Development Corporation, Fritos, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Jayco RV, Korbel California Champagne, Licor 43, Lucas Oil, Montana Silversmiths, Resistol, SeatGeek, Visit Frisco, Western Son Vodka and Wrangler.
About the Academy of Country Music:
Founded in Southern California in 1964 as a regional trade organization, the ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC (ACM) has grown in the 60 years since into a leading association for the Country Music industry. Headquartered in Nashville, TN and boasting record-high membership of more than 5,000 worldwide, the Academy serves as a powerhouse advocate for Country fans, artists, and all facets of the business, as well as a supporter of philanthropic work through charitable partner ACM LIFTING LIVES, dedicated to improving lives through the power of music and providing aid in times of need, with a focus on health initiatives. 2025 is a landmark year for the Academy with the 60th ACM Awards, hosted by entertainment icon Reba McEntire, returning to the world headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys in Texas for a third consecutive year and streaming live for a global audience on Prime Video. The Academy also remains relentlessly committed to creating a more inclusive environment for underrepresented groups in Country Music, from the boardroom to the stage, and proudly presents ACM Level Up, a two-year professional development and enrichment curriculum for rising leaders, among other initiatives. For more information, visit ACMcountry.com or ACMLiftingLives.org.
About Dick Clark Productions:
Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world's largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming including the "Academy of Country Music Awards," "American Music Awards," "Billboard Music Awards," "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," “Golden Globes,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” from 19 Entertainment and DCP, and “Streamy Awards.” Dick Clark Productions owns one of the world's most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation, in a subsidiary joint venture between Penske Media and Eldridge. Dick Clark Productions is a Penske Media company. For more information, please visit DickClark.com.
About Prime Video:
Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Red One, Road House, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Reacher, The Boys, Cross, and The Idea of You; licensed fan favorites; Prime member exclusive access to coverage of live sports including Thursday Night Football, WNBA, and NWSL, and acclaimed sports documentaries including Bye Bye Barry and Kelce; and programming from partners such as Apple TV+, Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+ via Prime Video add-on subscriptions, as well as more than 500 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels. Prime members in the U.S. can share a variety of benefits, including Prime Video, by using Amazon Household. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store, and can enjoy even more content for free with ads. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info visit www.amazon.com/primevideo.
ABOUT CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE
Carnival Cruise Line, part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), is the first cruise line to sail over 100 million guests and is proud to be known as America's Cruise Line, for carrying more Americans and serving more U.S. homeports than any other. Since its founding in 1972, Carnival has continually revolutionized the cruise industry and popularized the cruise vacation as an affordable and fun travel option. Carnival operates from 13 U.S. and two Australian homeports, as well as seasonally from Europe and employs more than 50,000 team members representing 120 nationalities.
Carnival’s fleet of 29 ships reflects an exciting period of growth that continues with the addition of five ships through 2033: a fourth and fifth Excel class ship scheduled for 2027 and 2028 respectively; followed by three additional new ships from an innovative new class currently under development. Carnival’s next new guest offering will be the all-new exclusive destination, Celebration Key, set to debut on Grand Bahama this summer.
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Today, the Academy of Country Music (ACM), Prime Video, and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) revealed the latest lineup of superstar performances and exclusive collaborations set to take the stage at the Academy of Country Music Awards Presented by Carnival Cruise Line, including some of Country Music’s biggest legends joining forces for a special Songs of the Decades performance to celebrate the 60th anniversary. Hosted by 16-time ACM Award-winning entertainment icon Reba McEntire, the 60th ACM Awards will stream live exclusively for a global audience across 240+ countries and territories on Prime Video and the Amazon Music channel on Twitch on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. PT from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, the world headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys.
Special Performances You Won’t Want to Miss:
- The celebration of 60 years of the ACM Awards will feature an opening you won’t want to miss, with 12 minutes straight of music highlighting ACM Songs of the Year from six decades in an all-star performance that brings together Clint Black, Dan + Shay, Wynonna Judd, Reba McEntire, LeAnn Rimes, and Sugarland.
- The milestone show will also feature powerhouse duets, including a collaborative performance between Backstreet Boys and Rascal Flatts; a standout performance from Jelly Roll and Shaboozey; and Brooks & Dunn will take the stage with Cody Johnson.
2024 ACM New Female Artist of the Year, Megan Moroney, will also join this year’s star-packed show featuring previously announced performances by Alan Jackson, Chris Stapleton, Blake Shelton, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, and Miranda Lambert, as well as New Artist of the Year winners Ella Langleyand Zach Top.
This Emmy-nominated, star-powered experience will feature unprecedented performances, exclusive collaborations, and unexpected moments from the biggest Country Music stars of the past, present, and future, all while celebrating the genre’s most iconic and emerging talent. A limited number of tickets to the landmark 60th ACM Awards are available for purchase on SeatGeek, offering fans exclusive entry into a nonstop celebration packed with performances by their favorite country stars and seats closer to the action than ever.
Established in 1966, the Academy of Country Music Awards is the longest-running Country Music awards show and made history in 2022 as the first major awards ceremony to exclusively livestream, in collaboration with Prime Video. The 60th Academy of Country Music Awards is produced by Dick Clark Productions (DCP). Raj Kapoor is executive producer and showrunner, with Patrick Menton as co-executive producer. Damon Whiteside serves as executive producer for the Academy of Country Music, and Jay Penske and Barry Adelman serve as executive producers for DCP. John Saade will also continue to serve as consulting producer for Amazon MGM Studios.
Follow the Academy of Country Music on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, join the conversation with #ACMawards, and sign up for the FREE ACM A-List for the latest news and updates in your email inbox. Be sure to check-out the Explore Pagewhere customers can “Watch, Listen, and Shop” the ACM Awards.
Carnival Cruise Line is the Presenting Sponsor of the Academy of Country Music Awards.
Mountain Valley Spring Water is the Official Water of the Academy of Country Music Awards. Boot Barn is the Official Western Retailer of the Academy of Country Music Awards. Realtor.com is the presenting sponsor of the ACM Single of the Year Award for the 60th ACM Awards.
The Academy of Country Music would like to thank its partners Albertsons Companies, Alto, Amazon Music, American Airlines, Ashley, Baylor Scott & White, Carhartt, Charlie 1 Horse, Choctaw Casinos & Resorts, Coors Light, The Duckhorn Portfolio, North Texas Ford Dealers, Frisco Economic Development Corporation, Fritos, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Jayco RV, Korbel California Champagne, Licor 43, Lucas Oil, Montana Silversmiths, Resistol, SeatGeek, Visit Frisco, Western Son Vodka and Wrangler.
About the Academy of Country Music:
Founded in Southern California in 1964 as a regional trade organization, the ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC (ACM) has grown in the 60 years since into a leading association for the Country Music industry. Headquartered in Nashville, TN and boasting record-high membership of more than 5,000 worldwide, the Academy serves as a powerhouse advocate for Country fans, artists, and all facets of the business, as well as a supporter of philanthropic work through charitable partner ACM LIFTING LIVES, dedicated to improving lives through the power of music and providing aid in times of need, with a focus on health initiatives. 2025 is a landmark year for the Academy with the 60th ACM Awards, hosted by entertainment icon Reba McEntire, returning to the world headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys in Texas for a third consecutive year and streaming live for a global audience on Prime Video. The Academy also remains relentlessly committed to creating a more inclusive environment for underrepresented groups in Country Music, from the boardroom to the stage, and proudly presents ACM Level Up, a two-year professional development and enrichment curriculum for rising leaders, among other initiatives. For more information, visit ACMcountry.com or ACMLiftingLives.org.
About Dick Clark Productions:
Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world's largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming including the "Academy of Country Music Awards," "American Music Awards," "Billboard Music Awards," "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," “Golden Globes,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” from 19 Entertainment and DCP, and “Streamy Awards.” Dick Clark Productions owns one of the world's most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation, in a subsidiary joint venture between Penske Media and Eldridge. Dick Clark Productions is a Penske Media company. For more information, please visit DickClark.com.
About Prime Video:
Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Red One, Road House, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Reacher, The Boys, Cross, and The Idea of You; licensed fan favorites; Prime member exclusive access to coverage of live sports including Thursday Night Football, WNBA, and NWSL, and acclaimed sports documentaries including Bye Bye Barry and Kelce; and programming from partners such as Apple TV+, Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+ via Prime Video add-on subscriptions, as well as more than 500 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels. Prime members in the U.S. can share a variety of benefits, including Prime Video, by using Amazon Household. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store, and can enjoy even more content for free with ads. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info visit www.amazon.com/primevideo.
ABOUT CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE
Carnival Cruise Line, part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), is the first cruise line to sail over 100 million guests and is proud to be known as America's Cruise Line, for carrying more Americans and serving more U.S. homeports than any other. Since its founding in 1972, Carnival has continually revolutionized the cruise industry and popularized the cruise vacation as an affordable and fun travel option. Carnival operates from 13 U.S. and two Australian homeports, as well as seasonally from Europe and employs more than 50,000 team members representing 120 nationalities.
Carnival’s fleet of 29 ships reflects an exciting period of growth that continues with the addition of five ships through 2033: a fourth and fifth Excel class ship scheduled for 2027 and 2028 respectively; followed by three additional new ships from an innovative new class currently under development. Carnival’s next new guest offering will be the all-new exclusive destination, Celebration Key, set to debut on Grand Bahama this summer.
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59th ACM Awards Electronic Press Kit
Show Clips HERE; EPK/Video Footage/Photos HERE
Today, CBS and the Golden Globes® announced that the 83rd ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES®, the first major award show of the season, will air Sunday, January 11, 2026 (8:00-11:00 PM, live ET/5:00-8:00 PM, live PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ in the U.S.* Hosted by acclaimed Golden Globe, Grammy® and Emmy®-nominated comedian and actress Nikki Glaser, the ceremony will broadcast live from the Beverly Hilton.
Nominations for the Golden Globes will be announced on Monday, December 8, 2025. Awards timeline to be announced soon.
The Golden Globes, “Hollywood’s Party of the Year®,” is the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of both film and television. Dick Clark Productions will plan, host and produce the annual Golden Globes, which has been viewed in more than 185 countries and territories worldwide.
*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.
About Golden Globes®
As a premier entertainment awards show since 1944, the annual Golden Globes has honored achievements in both television and film. Over the last three decades, the Golden Globes has enabled donations of more than $55 million to entertainment-related charities including scholarship programs, film restoration projects and humanitarian efforts. This funding has also supported diverse programs in partnership with advocacy groups aimed at promoting greater access in Hollywood for underserved communities. Dick Clark Productions is the owner and producer of the Golden Globes. For more information on the Golden Globes, please visit GoldenGlobes.com and follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and TikTok.
About Dick Clark Productions
Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world's largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming including the "Academy of Country Music Awards," "American Music Awards," "Billboard Music Awards," "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," “Golden Globes,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” from 19 Entertainment and DCP, and “Streamy Awards.” Dick Clark Productions owns one of the world's most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation, in a subsidiary joint venture between Penske Media and Eldridge. For more information, please visit DickClark.com.
About CBS
CBS, a subsidiary of Paramount Global, creates and distributes industry-leading content across a variety of platforms to audiences around the world. The Company has businesses with origins that date back to the dawn of the broadcasting age as well as new ventures that operate on the leading edge of media. It includes some of the industry’s most successful and popular brands and businesses: CBS Television Network, CBS News and Stations, CBS Sports, CBS Studios, CBS Media Ventures and CBS digital properties.
About Penske Media Corporation
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 350 million. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and live events, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Artforum, Gold Derby and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several of the most iconic and vital cultural events such as The Golden Globes, Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, SXSW, American Music Awards (AMAs), and Latin Music Week. Penske Media is headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, for more information, please visit www.PMC.com.
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Today, the Academy of Country Music (ACM), Prime Video, and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) revealed the latest additions to the superstar performance lineup set to take the stage at the Academy of Country Music Awards Presented by Carnival Cruise Line, including three former ACM Entertainer of the Year winners and three 2025 ACM Entertainer of the Year nominees. Hosted by 16-time ACM Award-winning entertainment icon Reba McEntire, the 60th ACM Awards will stream live exclusively for a global audience across 240+ countries and territories on Prime Video and the Amazon Music channel on Twitch on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. PT from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, the world headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys.
The monumental show will be expanded to two and a half hours and celebrate six decades of Country Music and feature performances by the genre’s most legendary and multi-award-winning stars, including:
- Alan Jackson (21)
- Brooks & Dunn (33)
- Chris Stapleton (20)
- Clint Black (7)
- Cody Johnson
- Kelsea Ballerini (2)
- LeAnn Rimes (4)
- Miranda Lambert (38)
- Rascal Flatts (13)
- Wynonna Judd (10)
**ACM Award count for each artist included in parentheses above
As previously announced, the lineup of performances will also feature Blake Shelton, Eric Church, and Lainey Wilson.
This Emmy-nominated, star-powered experience will feature unprecedented performances, exclusive collaborations, and unexpected moments from the biggest country music stars of the past, present, and future, all while celebrating the genre’s most iconic and emerging talent. A limited number of tickets to the landmark 60th ACM Awards are available for purchase on SeatGeek, offering fans exclusive entry into a nonstop celebration packed with performances by their favorite country stars and seats closer to the action than ever.
Established in 1966, the Academy of Country Music Awards is the longest-running Country Music awards show and made history in 2022 as the first major awards ceremony to exclusively livestream, in collaboration with Prime Video. The 60th Academy of Country Music Awards is produced by Dick Clark Productions (DCP). Raj Kapoor is executive producer and showrunner, with Patrick Menton as co-executive producer. Damon Whiteside serves as executive producer for the Academy of Country Music, and Jay Penske and Barry Adelman serve as executive producers for DCP. John Saade will also continue to serve as consulting producer for Amazon MGM Studios.
Follow the Academy of Country Music on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, join the conversation with #ACMawards, and sign up for the FREE ACM A-List for the latest news and updates in your email inbox.
Carnival Cruise Line is the Presenting Sponsor of the Academy of Country Music Awards.
Mountain Valley Spring Water is the Official Water of the Academy of Country Music Awards. Boot Barn is the Official Western Retailer of the Academy of Country Music Awards. Realtor.com is the presenting sponsor of the ACM Single of the Year Award for the 60th ACM Awards.
The Academy of Country Music would like to thank its partners Albertsons Companies, Alto, Amazon Music, American Airlines, Ashley, Baylor Scott & White, Carhartt, Choctaw Casinos & Resorts, Coors Light, The Duckhorn Portfolio, North Texas Ford Dealers, Frisco Economic Development Corporation, Fritos, HATCO, Jack Daniel’s, Jayco RV, Korbel California Champagne, Licor 43, Lucas Oil, Montana Silversmiths, SeatGeek, Visit Frisco, Western Son Vodka and Wrangler.
About the Academy of Country Music:
Founded in Southern California in 1964 as a regional trade organization, the ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC (ACM) has grown in the 60 years since into a leading association for the Country Music industry. Headquartered in Nashville, TN and boasting record-high membership of more than 5,000 worldwide, the Academy serves as a powerhouse advocate for Country fans, artists, and all facets of the business, as well as a supporter of philanthropic work through charitable partner ACM LIFTING LIVES, dedicated to improving lives through the power of music and providing aid in times of need, with a focus on health initiatives. 2025 is a landmark year for the Academy with the 60th ACM Awards, hosted by entertainment icon Reba McEntire, returning to the world headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys in Texas for a third consecutive year and streaming live for a global audience on Prime Video. The Academy also remains relentlessly committed to creating a more inclusive environment for underrepresented groups in Country Music, from the boardroom to the stage, and proudly presents ACM Level Up, a two-year professional development and enrichment curriculum for rising leaders, among other initiatives. For more information, visit ACMcountry.com or ACMLiftingLives.org.
About Dick Clark Productions:
Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world's largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming including the "Academy of Country Music Awards," "American Music Awards," "Billboard Music Awards," "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," “Golden Globes,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” from 19 Entertainment and DCP, and “Streamy Awards.” Dick Clark Productions owns one of the world's most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation, in a subsidiary joint venture between Penske Media and Eldridge. Dick Clark Productions is a Penske Media company. For more information, please visit DickClark.com.
About Prime Video:
Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Red One, Road House, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Reacher, The Boys, Cross, and The Idea of You; licensed fan favorites; Prime member exclusive access to coverage of live sports including Thursday Night Football, WNBA, and NWSL, and acclaimed sports documentaries including Bye Bye Barry and Kelce; and programming from partners such as Apple TV+, Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+ via Prime Video add-on subscriptions, as well as more than 500 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels. Prime members in the U.S. can share a variety of benefits, including Prime Video, by using Amazon Household. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store, and can enjoy even more content for free with ads. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info visit www.amazon.com/primevideo.
ABOUT CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE
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59th ACM Awards Electronic Press Kit
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January 3, 2025 - New York, NY: In a distinguished ceremony held this morning in New York City, Gerry Byrne, PMC’s Vice Chairman and veteran Marine Officer, was honored with the U.S. Navy’s top civilian accolade, the Distinguished Public Service Award. Presented by Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the Navy, the award recognized Mr. Byrne’s outstanding service of substantial and long-term benefit to the Department of the Navy.
First established in 1951, the Navy Distinguished Public Service Award stands as the highest tribute that the Secretary of the Navy can bestow upon a civilian not employed by the Department of the Navy. This prestigious award highlights Mr.Byrne’s lifelong commitment to supporting military and veteran communities through various and extensive initiatives and board memberships.
“I am honored to bestow the Navy Distinguished Public Service Award to MarineCorps Vietnam Veteran Mr. Gerry Byrne,” said Del Toro. “His unwavering support of our Nation’s veterans, paired with his belief in participation and his innovative initiatives and leadership, has greatly enhanced our Department of the Navy’s community engagement. His contributions to our military are incalculable.”
“Being recognized by the U.S. Navy is both an incredible honor and a humbling reminder of the importance of service,” said Byrne. “Supporting our military and veteran communities is something I consider both a duty and a privilege. To be acknowledged with this award is truly an appreciated bonus, reinforcing the deep value of giving back.”
A staunch advocate for active participation, Mr. Byrne is on the boards of numerous nonprofit organizations including The Intrepid Museum, The BobWoodruff Foundation, The Fisher House Foundation, The USO, City Meals on Wheels, The Gotham Film & Media Institute, The Fisher Center forAlzheimer’s Research, Friends of the NYC Vietnam Veterans Plaza, The CreativeCoalition, The Hamptons International Film Festival (Chairman – AdvisoryBoard), The John A. Reisenbach Foundation, and The Armory Foundation. He is also on the Advisory Board of the Fordham University Gabelli School and the Board of NYC’s John Jay College of Criminal Justice. In November 2012, Mr. Byrne founded Veterans Week NYC, launching a series of events dedicated to honoring and supporting veterans and their families. And in May 2017, he established Veterans on Campus NYC, a veteran’s support consortium across all NYC colleges and universities attended by veterans under the GI Bill.
A 1966 graduate of Fordham College, Mr. Byrne served as a Marine Officer in Vietnam in 1968/69 and was awarded the Navy Achievement Medal with Combat V.Additionally, Byrne was inducted into the Fordham University Military Hall of Fame in 2022.
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The inaugural series highlights Billboard’s expanding international influence and celebrates top music talent from diverse markets worldwide
Find all covers on Billboard’s Global No. 1s Hub
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Billboard’s groundbreaking Global No. 1s series has officially wrapped its inaugural rollout, featuring 12 distinct cover stories that spotlight the year’s chart-topping artists from around the world. This historic initiative reflects Billboard’s commitment to celebrating music’s global diversity and deepening its ties with audiences across cultures and languages.
The Global No. 1s series debuted one week ago with a focus on the vibrant music scenes in the U.K., Japan, China, and Brazil, kicking off with covers featuring Dua Lipa, Creepy Nuts, KUN, and Ana Castela. Over the past week, additional covers from Billboard Korea, Billboard Italia, Billboard Philippines, Billboard Español, Billboard Argentina, Billboard Canada, Billboard Georgia and Billboard Arabia brought attention to even more extraordinary talent shaping the global music industry, including IU, an icon of South Korean music and cinema; Geolier, Italy’s breakout hip-hop star; BINI, the Philippines’ group redefining girl power; Edgar Barrera, the award-winning Mexican songwriter and producer; Valentino Merlo & The La Planta, Argentina’s genre-defying sensations; Diljit Dosanjh, Canada’s celebrated Punjabi artist whose global appeal continues to grow; Giorgi Gigashvili, Georgia’s classical prodigy making waves on the world stage; and Abdul Majeed Abdullah, the legendary voice of Arabian music.
“It’s a thrill to showcase this incredibly diverse mix of chart-topping artists from around the world and an honor to get to tell their stories on our global platform,” said Hannah Karp, Billboard’s Editorial Director. “Our inaugural Global No. 1s series is a powerful demonstration of Billboard’s global reach, relevance, and impact, and we can’t wait to celebrate next year’s No. 1s as we launch our historic brand in more major music markets in 2025.”
As Billboard continues to expand its footprint internationally, the Global No. 1s series underscores the brand’s authority on popular music and its ability to connect artists and fans across boundaries. This global rollout of 12 covers represents the power of music to bridge cultures, amplify diverse voices, and inspire audiences everywhere.
Billboard’s inaugural Global No. 1s series includes:
Billboard U.K.: Dua Lipa
- Dua Lipa on her year of radical optimism: “There came a point in the year where I was thinking, ‘I’ve got to sit down and write some new dreams and new plans and other things I wanted to do. I feel like I ticked so many of my boxes this year. It’s amazing.”
- Read the full Dua Lipa story here; watch her video interview here.
Billboard Japan: Creepy Nuts
- R-Shitei, one half of the hip-hop duo, on the popularity of Creepy Nuts: “We never planned to make songs that would be listened to around the world. It’s really just about expressing what we want to get out and releasing pent-up [feelings] we’ve been holding in, basically.”
- Read the full Creepy Nuts story here; watch their video interview here.
Billboard China: KUN
- KUN on what he hopes to achieve with his music: “I aspire for more individuals globally to experience music that is authentically ours as Chinese. This has consistently been my ambition.”
- Read the full KUN story here; watch his video interview here.
Billboard Brasil: Ana Castela
- Ana Castela on her journey to stardom: “Doors just keep opening for me. I never thought my face would be on a shoebox. It doesn’t just help my career; it makes dreams come true that I never even imagined. It’s awesome.”
- Read the full Ana Castela story here; watch her video interview here.
Billboard Korea: IU
- IU on embracing international collaborations: “In the past, I received many amazing offers, but the idea of collaborating with artists who spoke different languages felt daunting. I turned down those opportunities then, but I don’t feel the same way anymore. Now, I’m much more open to the idea of working with global artists.”
- Read the full IU story here; watch her video interview here.
Billboard Italia: Geolier
- Geolier on redefining his music career: “I think I’ve done a lot, [and] I want to experience this as a game. Because with all the numbers and deadlines, sometimes it seems to have become a routine job. And I surely don’t want that.”
- Read the full Geolier story here; watch his video interview here.
Billboard Philippines: BINI
- BINI member Aiah on the responsibility they feel: “We’re not just doing this for ourselves, because there are also so many artists out there who believe in this for us, old ones and new ones alike. It’s so cool to see how much trust they’ve put into us, because what happens is not just our success, but it will also come up as everyone’s success.”
- Read the full BINI story here; watch their video interview here.
Billboard Español: Edgar Barrera
- Edgar Barrera on what his humble beginnings taught him: “I started from the bottom, being the one who went and brought everyone’s food, the one who served the coffee. But thanks to that I also learned never to look down on anyone’s work, much less the one who serves me coffee, because maybe tomorrow he could be the next producer of the year, or songwriter of the year, as it happened to me.”
- Read the full Edgar Barrera story here; watch his video interview here.
Billboard Argentina: Valentino Merlo & The La Planta
- The La Planta on recording “Hoy” with Merlo: “Honestly, we felt it when we recorded it, there was something extra, an extra energy with the song. But personally, I didn’t expect to be five months at No. 1 on Billboard Argentina. It was completely surprising.”
- Read the full Valentino Merlo & The La Planta story here; watch their video interview here.
Billboard Canada: Diljit Dosanjh
- Diljit on playing his first concert outside of India in 2005: “When I arrived in Canada, that’s when I first saw the stadiums. That’s when I decided that I will perform in a stadium one day. I just knew it.”
- Read the full Diljit Dosanjh story here; watch his video interview here.
Billboard Georgia: Giorgi Gigashvili
- Giorgi on breaking musical boundaries: “The fact that I, as a classical music performer and pianist, am involved in creative, modern experimental projects makes it even more interesting to Western audiences. The global audience today is more curious and interested in experimental approaches.”
- Read the full Giorgi Gigashvili story here; watch his video interview here.
Billboard Arabia: Abdul Majeed Abdullah
- Known as “The Prince of Tarab,” Abdullah was honored with multiple awards this year at the inaugural Billboard Arabia Music Awards, including the prestigious lifetime achievement award which recognized his profound and lasting impact on the Arab music world and on Khaleeji music in particular.
- Read the full Abdul story here; watch him accept his lifetime achievement award here.
Find all the covers and cover stories on Billboard.com or on Billboard’s Global No. 1s series hub.
About Billboard:
Billboard is the ultimate barometer of success in music. Through its iconic charts, breaking news, thought leadership, multi-platform storytelling and world class events, Billboard tracks the world’s top musicians and the business that powers them. Since its origin in 1894, music leaders and fans across the world look to Billboard as the most trusted source for music information, spanning 15 countries and published in 10 languages. The prestigious Billboard Music Awards are the only premium awards ceremony that recognize musicians for their undeniable achievements on the Billboard charts, using pure data to determine the winners, rather than relying on opaque committees or undisclosed voters to select the honorees giving fans maximum impact at each year's ceremony, as Billboard's chart data measures fans' engagement with their favorite music. Billboard’s other premium experiences range from the Billboard Power 100 to Billboard Women in Music, Billboard Latin Music Week, and Billboard Live, which connects the most impactful artists and industry leaders with fans from all cultures and corners of the globe.
Los Angeles, CA — December 13, 2024 — Today, Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announced that Billboard, IndieWire, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, and Variety received a total of 122 awards at the 17th Annual National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards, presented by the Los Angeles Press Club on December 1. These prestigious honors highlighted the exceptional work of PMC’s journalists, photographers, and media teams, further solidifying the company's leadership in entertainment media.
PMC outlets were recognized across the board for their outstanding contributions in a variety of categories, including Print Journalist of the Year, Online Journalist of the Year as well as investigative reporting, photography, business journalism, critical reviews and more. The awards underscore the high level of talent and creativity within the PMC family and their continued impact on the world of arts and entertainment journalism.
Penske Media Penske Media Corporation Takes Honors in the Following Key Categories:
PRINT JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
- Chris Willman, Variety
- 2nd: Tatiana Siegel, Variety
- 3rd: Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter
ONLINE JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR — Tied to an Organization
- Mesfin Fekadu, The Hollywood Reporter
- 2nd: Clayton Davis, Variety
ONLINE JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR — Independent
- 3rd: A.D. Amorosi, Variety, Flood, SPIN
PHOTOJOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
- 2nd: Dan Doperalski, Variety
CRITIC — ANY MEDIA PLATFORM (BROADCAST, PRINT, OR ONLINE)
Film Critic — Under 1,000 words
- Chris Willman, Variety
- 2nd: Siddhant Adlakha, JoySauce/IndieWire/Variety
Film Critic — Over 1,000 words
- David Ehrlich, IndieWire
- 2nd: Owen Gleiberman, Variety
TV Critic
- 2nd: Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter
Music Critic
- 3rd: Mesfin Fekadu, The Hollywood Reporter
ANY MEDIA PLATFORM (BROADCAST, PRINT, OR ONLINE)
Celebrity Investigative, Any Media
- Seija Rankin, Jason Rovou, Stephanie Fischette, Nekesa Mumbi Moody, Maer Roshan, The Hollywood Reporter, “Will Ferrell on Navigating His Best Friend's Transition in ‘Will & Harper’”
- 2nd: Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, “Get Me Bryan Freedman!”
- 3rd: Tatiana Siegel, Variety, “Crisis at Marvel: Jonathan Majors Back-Up Plans, ‘The Marvels’ Reshoots, Reviving Original Avengers and More Issues Revealed”
Headline, Any Media
- 3rd: Tom Bruneggemann, IndieWire, “They Don’t Climax in IMAX — or, Why Films with Sexy Sizzle Are Rare Today”
BOOK
Non-Fiction Book
- 3rd: Ramin Setoodeh, HarperCollins Publishers, “Apprentice in Wonderland: How Donald Trump and Mark Burnett Took America Through the Looking Glass”
PHOTOGRAPHY/ART (PRINT OR ONLINE)
News Photo
- Michael Buckner, Haley Kluge, Jennifer Dorn, Variety, “SAG Fran Strike Cover”
- 3rd: Roger Kisby, Rolling Stone, “F1 Opener”
Portrait Photo, TV/Film
- Dan Doperalski, Jennifer Dorn, Haley Kluge, Variety, “David Oyelowo Portrait”
- 3rd: Collier Schorr, Rolling Stone, “Kristen Stewart Uncensored: ‘I Want to Do the Gayest Thing You’ve Ever Seen in Your Life’”
Portrait Photo, Music/Arts
- 3rd: Ash Barhamand, Ava Selbach, Peter B. Cury and Julia & Vincent, The Hollywood Reporter, “Renee Rapp”
Feature Photo
- 2nd: Ash Barhamand, Ava Selbach, Peter B. Cury and Dan Winters, The Hollywood Reporter, “Nathan Fielder + Emma Stone”
- 3rd: Jenny Sargent, Naomy Pedroza and Joelle Grace Taylor, Billboard, “Lainey Wilson”
Action Photo
- Chris Willman, Variety, “Brandi Carlile concert photo/The Best Concerts of 2023”
Photo Essay
- Ash Barhamand, Ava Selbach, Naomy Pedroza, Peter B. Cury, Munachi Osegbu, The Hollywood Reporter, “Hollywood’s Top Stylists”
- 2nd: Alexi Lubomirski, Jennifer Dorn and Haley Kluge, Variety, “Actors on Actors (Oscars)”
Illustration
- 2nd: Neil Jamieson, Haley Kluge and Jennifer Dorn, Variety, “Star Trek Illustrations”
Page Layout
- 2nd: Haley Kluge, Ted Keller, Francesco Muzzi and Jennifer Dorn, Variety, “AI Splash”
Cover Art
- Joe Hutchinson, Rolling Stone, “May 2024 Billie Eilish cover”
- 2nd: Haley Kluge, Jennifer Dorn and Jonny Marlow, Variety, “Anya Taylor Joy Cover”
- 3rd: Peter B. Cury and Zuzanna Rogatty, The Hollywood Reporter, “The Oscar Issue”
PRINT/ONLINE
Business, Film, Print/Online
- 2nd: Rebecca Rubin, Variety, “‘We’re Still Here’: How AMC Theatres Is Struggling With $4.5 Billion in Debt and Surviving Thanks to Taylor Swift, Viral Popcorn Buckets and More”
- 3rd: Gene Maddaus, Variety, “Mickey Mouse, Long a Symbol in Copyright Wars, to Enter Public Domain: ‘It’s Finally Happening’”
Business, TV/Streaming, Print/Online
- Tatiana Siegel, Variety, “Inside the Battle for CNN: Jeff Zucker, David Zaslav, Chris Licht and 18 Months of Crazy Backstabbing”
- 2nd: Jennifer Maas, Variety, “Peak TV Has Peaked: From Exhausted Talent to Massive Losses, the Writers Strike Magnifies an Industry in Freefall”
Business, Music related, Print/Online
- 3rd: Eric Renner Brown, Billboard, “Sphere digital feature”
Business, Tech/Design/Arts related, Print/Online
- 2nd: Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, “A Pellicano Target’s Second Act”
Entertainment Industry/Arts Investigative, Print/Online
- Tatiana Siegel, Variety, “Crisis at Marvel: Jonathan Majors Back-Up Plans, ‘The Marvels’ Reshoots, Reviving Original Avengers and More Issues Revealed”
Obituary/In Appreciation, Film Personalities, Print/Online
- Owen Gleiberman, Variety, “Remembering Piper Laurie in ‘Carrie’ and ‘The Hustler’: A Special Combination of Vulnerability and Power”
Obituary/In Appreciation, TV Personalities, Print/Online
- 2nd: Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, “Critic’s Appreciation: Matthew Perry Masterfully Walked the Line Between Mirth and Melancholy”
Obituary/In Appreciation, Music and Other Arts Personalities, Print/Online
- 3rd: Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, “Tony Bennett Gave an Iconic 'Goodfellas' Moment Its Charge — but He Didn't Like Being Associated with It”
PRINT (NEWSPAPERS OR MAGAZINES)
General News, Print
- 3rd: Brent Lang, Tatiana Siegel and Matt Donnelly, Variety, “Showstopper! Strikes Plunge Hollywood Into Chaos With Pricey Movie Delays, Pay Battles and AI Anxiety”
CELEBRITY NEWS, PRINT
Diversity in the TV/Film Industry, Print
- Brent Lang, Variety, “Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy on Her Revealing Diane von Furstenberg Documentary and Directing a ‘Star Wars’ Movie”
- 3rd: Nekesa Mumbi Moody, The Hollywood Reporter, “Oprah and ‘The Color Purple’ Stars on the New Musical Remake: ‘It’s Bright. It’s Vibrant. It’s Us’”
Diversity in the Music/Performing Arts/Arts Industry, Print
- 2nd: Katie Bain, Billboard, “Finding Harmony”
- 3rd: Thania Garcia, Variety, “Meet the Women Managing Música Mexicana’s Breakout Stars, From Xavi to Yahritza Y Su Esencia and More”
Personality Profile, Film Industry — Under 2,500 Words, Print
- 2nd: Kate Aurthur, Variety, “Carey Mulligan Never Felt Like a ‘Proper Actor.’ Then Came ‘Maestro’: ‘I’m Going to Absolutely Do It All’”
Personality Profile, TV/Streaming Industry — Under 2,500 Words, Print
- 2nd: Emily Longeretta, Variety, “‘It Was Never My Intention to Be a Heartthrob’: Josh Hartnett on Finding His Focus, Shedding the Darkness of ‘Black Mirror’ and That ‘Bats--- Crazy’ ‘Trap’ Script”
Personality Profile, Music and Other Arts — Under 2,500 Words, Print
- 2nd: Kim Masters, The Hollywood Reporter, “Linda Yaccarino’s Very Unmerry X Mess”
Personality Profile, Film Industry — Over 2,500 Words, Print
- Alex Morris, Rolling Stone, “Kristen Stewart Uncensored: ‘I Want to Do the Gayest Thing You’ve Ever Seen in Your Life’”
Personality Profile, TV/Streaming Industry — Over 2,500 Words, Print
- Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, “Cheryl Hines … as First Lady? The ‘Curb’ Star on Life After Larry and Marriage to RFK Jr.”
- 3rd: Kate Aurthur, Variety, “Long Live Shiv Roy: Sarah Snook Tells All on That ‘Succession’ Ending, Her Pregnancy and Crying Through the Finale”
Personality Profile, Music and Other Arts — Over 2,500 Words, Print
- 2nd: Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, “Billie Eilish Would Like to Reintroduce Herself”
- 3rd: Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, “Teezo Touchdown: Birth of a Rock Star”
Film Industry Feature — Under 1,000 Words, Print
- Katcy Stephan, Variety, “‘MoviePass, MovieCrash’: Founder Stacy Spikes on Mitch Lowe, Racial Bias and Where the Company Stands Today”
- 2nd: Beatrice Verhoeven and Scott Feinberg, The Hollywood Reporter, “As the Actors Strike Ends, Many Awards Contenders and Campaigners Are Scrambling to Make Up for Lost Time”
TV Industry Feature — Under 1,000 Words, Print
- Lacey Rose, The Hollywood Reporter, “Dan Harmon Is Ready to Talk About All of It (Including the Justin Roiland Drama)”
- 3rd: Katcy Stephan, Variety, “‘Futurama:’ John DiMaggio on His Salary Battle and Return as Bender”
Music/Performing Arts Industry Feature — Under 1,000 Words, Print
- Mesfin Fekadu, The Hollywood Reporter, “Dolly Parton on Turning Down the Super Bowl and Her New Rock Album: ‘I Don’t Want It to Be Half-Ass Country’”
- 2nd: Jon Burlingame, Variety, “‘Law & Order’ Composer Mike Post Creates New Bluegrass and Blues Album”
Film Industry Feature — Over 1,000 Words, Print
- Scott Feinberg, The Hollywood Reporter, “‘Schindler’s List’: An Oral History of a Masterpiece”
- 2nd: Jon Burlingame, Variety, “‘Maestro’: How Bradley Cooper Turned Bernstein’s Classical Music into a Film Score”
- 3rd: Adam B. Vary, Variety, “‘The Blair Witch Project’ Actors Call Out ‘Reprehensible Behavior’ After Missing Out on Profits for Decades: ‘Don’t Do What We Did’ (EXCLUSIVE)”
TV Industry Feature — Over 1,000 Words, Print
- 2nd: Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, “Anderson Cooper on His Complicated Vanderbilt Legacy and CNN After Chris Licht”
Visual Arts/Architecture Feature — Over 1,000 Words, Print
- 3rd: Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, “Museums Are Reckoning With Looted Art. Now It’s LACMA’s Turn”
Celebrity Feature, Print
- Rebecca Keegan, Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, “Fran Drescher’s Role of a Lifetime”
Columnist, Print
- 3rd: Andre Gee, Rolling Stone
Commentary Analysis/Trend, Film, Print
- 2nd: Brent Lang, Variety, “How Steven Spielberg Dominated Culture and the 1994 Oscars With ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘Schindler’s List’”
- 3rd: Lacey Rose and Lesley Goldberg, The Hollywood Reporter, “Why Hollywood Is in the Throes of an IP Frenzy”
Commentary Analysis/Trend, TV, Print
- 2nd: Michael Schneider, Variety, “Repeats, Reality and 'Yellowstone': How Network TV Is Marketing Fall Lineups Without Many Scripted Favorites”
- 3rd: Clayton Davis, Variety, “‘Love on the Spectrum’ Is Showing Me Examples of How My Autistic Son Could Be as an Adult — and It’s Amazing”
Commentary Analysis/Trend, Music, Print
- Chris Willman, Variety, “Jason Aldean Already Had the Most Contemptible Country Song of the Decade. The Video Is Worse”
- 3rd: Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, “Breaking Through Rock Journalism’s Boys’ Club”
Entertainment Publication, Print
- 2nd: Billboard, Rebecca Milzoff, “Billboard: The Sports Issue”
TV/VIDEO/FILM
Personality Profile, Film Personalities, TV
- 2nd: Lesley Corral, Francesca Manto, Dominoe Ibarra and Lacey Rose, The Hollywood Reporter, “Glen Powell Shares His Hollywood Firsts: From Singing 'Unwritten' To 'Spy Kids' Set, Twisters & More”
RADIO/PODCASTS
Anchor/Host, Radio/Podcast
- 2nd: Michael Schneider, Clayton Davis, Jazz Tangcay, Jenelle Riley and Emily Longeretta, Variety, “Variety's Award Circuit Podcast Hosts”
One-on-One Interview, Film Personalities, Radio/Podcast
- 2nd: Clayton Davis, Variety, “Selena Gomez on Her Cannes Win for Best Actress, ‘Only Murders’ and Potentially Becoming Most Emmy-Nominated Latina Producer”
One-on-One Interview, TV Personalities, Radio/Podcast
- 2nd: Michael Schneider, Variety, “Day Eating With Seth Meyers: The 'Late Night' Host Counts Down His Top 10 Pizza List”
One-on-One Interview, Other Arts Personalities, Radio/Podcast
- 3rd: Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, “Geddy Lee Tells All: 'My Effin' Life' — and Rush's Possible Future”
Best Arts or Entertainment Regular Podcast
- Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, “Rolling Stone Music Now”
- 3rd: Scott Feinberg, The Hollywood Reporter, “Awards Chatter”
ONLINE (CONTENT EXCLUSIVE TO THE INTERNET)
Hard News, TV/Streaming Related, Online
- 2nd: Krystie Lee Yandoli, Rolling Stone, “Chaos, Comedy, and ‘Crying Rooms’: Inside Jimmy Fallon’s ‘Tonight Show’”
Hard News, Film Related, Online
- 2nd: Mia Galuppo and Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, “Netflix Enters Its Dan Lin Era”
- 3rd: Ellise Shafer and Alex Ritman, Variety, “Alan Menken, Sarah Sherman, Alex Winter and Larry Charles Join Jewish Creatives Supporting Jonathan Glazer’s Oscars Speech in Open Letter (EXCLUSIVE)”
Hard News, Music/Arts Related, Online
- David Browne, Nancy Dillon, Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, “‘They Wanted to Dance in Peace. And They Got Slaughtered’”
- 2nd: Mesfin Fekadu, The Hollywood Reporter, “How Jason Aldean Cynically Built “Small Town” to Appeal to Trump Country”
Soft News, TV/Streaming Related, Online
- Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, “Bryan Lee O'Malley Wanted 'Scott Pilgrim Takes Off' to Surprise You”
- 2nd: Mesfin Fekadu, The Hollywood Reporter, “Hulu’s ‘Under the Bridge’ Tells the Story of Reena Virk — and The Notorious B.I.G.”
- 3rd: Meredith Woerner, Variety, “The True Story Behind Truman Capote’s Ashes Being Auctioned Off on ‘Feud’”
Soft News, Film Related, Online
- 3rd: Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, “Animation at a Crossroads as Hope Mixes with Anxiety”
Soft News, Music/Arts Related, Online
- Jem Aswad, Variety, “Why David Bowie Killed Ziggy Stardust, 50 Years Ago Today”
Diversity in the TV/Streaming Industry, Online
- Abbey White, The Hollywood Reporter, “How The CW’s ‘Sight Unseen’ Built a Production For and Driven By Blind and Low Vision Creatives”
Diversity in the Film Industry, Online
- Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, “For Female Creatives, Hollywood Is Still Just as ‘Bleak’ as Some Fear, but It Doesn’t Have to Be”
- 2nd: Clayton Davis, Variety, “Black Women Executives Are Exiting Studio Leadership Posts and Hollywood’s Doing Nothing About It”
- 3rd: Sharareh Drury, Variety, “‘Dune 2’ Criticized for Lack of Middle Eastern and North African Inclusion and Influences: ‘A Missed Opportunity’”
Diversity in the Music/Performing Arts Industry, Online
- 3rd: Abbey White, The Hollywood Reporter, “A Neuro-Inclusive Take on ‘Spring Awakening’: ‘We Don’t Need to Break People Down’”
Personality Profile, Film Personalities, Online
- Kate Erbland, IndieWire, “Kirsten Dunst Is Our Most Reasonable Movie Star”
- 3rd: Clayton Davis, Variety, “Paul Giamatti on ‘Sideways’ Oscar Snub, the Secret to His ‘Holdovers’ Lazy Eye and How He’s Still ‘Figuring Out How to Act on Film’”
Personality Profile, Music Personalities, Online
- 3rd: Ellise Shafer, Variety, “Peter Doherty and Katia deVidas on Making Doc ‘Stranger in My Own Skin’ About the ‘Terror and Danger’ of Drug Addiction — and Falling in Love in the Process”
TV Feature, Online
- 2nd: J. Kim Murphy, Variety, “‘Winning Time’ Ends in Defeat With an Awkward, Surprise Series Finale”
Film Feature, Actor Related, Online
- 2nd: Katcy Stephan, Variety, “Tom Hardy on His Wild ‘Bikeriders’ Accent and Knowing ‘Furiosa’ Is ‘Special’ (Without Even Seeing It Yet)”
- 3rd: Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, “94-Year-Old June Squibb Does Her Own Stunts in ‘Thelma,’ a Sundance Spin on ‘Mission: Impossible’”
Film Feature, Filmmaker Related, Online
- 2nd: J. Kim Murphy, Variety, “‘Koyaanisqatsi’ Director Godfrey Reggio Unravels His New Odyssey ‘Once Within a Time’ Amid Humanity’s Accelerating Self-Destruction”
- 3rd: Todd Gilchrist, Variety, “Director Martin Brest Revisits the Triumphs of 'Beverly Hills Cop' and 'Midnight Run,' and Reflects On His Post-'Gigli' Hollywood Exile”
Film Feature, Production/History Related, Online
- David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, “Hollywood’s 20 Most Erotic Movies, Ranked”
- 3rd: Gary Baum and Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, “Unmasking the AMPTP: Hollywood Labor’s Opaque Nemesis”
Theater Feature, Online
- 2nd: Brent Lang, Variety, “How Broadway’s ‘Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club’ Pulls Off Its Audacious, Sensual 75-Minute Prologue”
Celebrity Feature, Online
- Pamela Chelin, Variety, “Martin Scorsese Hosts Robbie Robertson Tribute Concert, With Jackson Browne and Others Paying Musical Homage”
Columnist, Online
- 2nd: Mesfin Fekadu, The Hollywood Reporter, “The Download, a column by Hollywood Reporter Senior Music Editor Mesfin Fekadu”
Commentary Analysis/Trend, Film, Online
- Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, “A New Wave of Films Experiments With How We See Climate Change”
- 2nd: Sharareh Drury, Variety, “‘Dune 2’ Criticized for Lack of Middle Eastern and North African Inclusion and Influences: ‘A Missed Opportunity’”
- 3rd: Carolyn Giardina, The Hollywood Reporter, “VFX Pros Expose The Hidden Costs of Selling a Movie as ‘Real’”
Commentary Analysis/Trend, TV, Online
- Clayton Davis, Variety, “‘Love on the Spectrum’ Is Showing Me Examples of How My Autistic Son Could Be as an Adult — and It’s Amazing”
- 2nd: Brian Steinberg, Variety, “TV Talkers From Pat McAfee to Rachel Maddow Gain New License to Blast Bosses On-Air”
Commentary Analysis/Trend, Other Arts, Online
- James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, “When a Ketamine Therapy Visit Goes Horribly Wrong”
Entertainment Website, Online
- The Hollywood Reporter Staff, The Hollywood Reporter, “THR.com”
- 3rd: Variety, Variety, “variety.com”
ENTERTAINMENT BLOG BY AN INDIVIDUAL NOT TIED TO AN ORGANIZATION
Entertainment Blog
- 2nd: Aaron Couch and Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, “Heat Vision”
SOCIAL MEDIA
Best Journalistic use of Social Media to Tell or Enhance a Story
- 2nd: Rachel Seo and Julia MacCary, Variety, “Variety Actors on Actors Season 20”
- 3rd: Mesfin Fekadu, The Hollywood Reporter, “The Hollywood Reporter music articles told through Instagram Stories”
About Penske Media Corporation
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 350 million. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and live events, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Artforum, Gold Derby and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several of the most iconic and vital cultural events such as The Golden Globes, Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, SXSW, American Music Awards (AMAs), LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week, and ATX Television Festival. Penske Media is headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, for more information, please visit www.PMC.com.
Penske Media Corporation (PMC), the leading global media, live events and data analytics company, recently released findings from their pop culture study, Power of Shared Cultural Connections. The study explores the powerful impact of shared cultural moments and immersive events on consumer engagement, revealing that these experiences resonate profoundly with audiences, foster lifelong memories and community bonds, and offer brands a unique opportunity to cultivate loyalty and engagement through these immersive events.
“At PMC, our research shows that brands have a unique opportunity to be a part of cultural moments by engaging in shared experiences which forge deep emotional connections and loyalty that traditional media channels cannot match,” said Dan Owen, EVP, GM, Strategic Solutions Group at PMC. “As a conduit for creating these collective experiences, PMC helps our partners tap into the power of pop culture and immersive events, embedding themselves in the memories that shape fandoms.”
Key takeaways from the “Power of Shared Cultural Connections” study include:
Major pop culture experiences are a pathway to lifelong memories and provide the thrill of unexpected connection. At a moment in time when much of the world is more isolated than ever, audiences want moments that fuel gratitude and bring us closer to ourselves and each other. 77% say major pop culture experiences are a source of lifelong memories, and 72% seek out pop culture events that offer immersion into the worlds of their favorite shows, movies and artists (86% among Gen Z respondents).
Shared cultural experiences are powerful community builders, particularly when they resonate deeply with the audience’s passions and interests. The more personal and human the stories surrounding the moment are, the more impactful it becomes. 63% seek out pop culture experiences that offer deeper connections to personal interests, and 56% of Gen Z respondents say that they seek out pop culture events that offer deeper community connections with like-minded fans.
Events are always in the plans. 92% plan to attend or wish to attend pop cultural events, including music, film, and art festivals, concerts, immersive experiences and exhibits, in the next year.
Award shows are a vital part of pop culture, connecting us with our favorite artists and acting as a unifying force that creates memorable historical moments. 87% of audiences identify as being“obsessed” or “casual” fans of major award shows. Award shows foster community, with 58% saying they talk to their friends and family about them.
Brands have an incredible power as the facilitators of shared cultural connection. Creating exclusive access that brings fans closer to those moments, and the artists they love most, yields extreme loyalty. 63% consider themselves a super fan of a musician (80% of Gen Z) with 43% saying that if their favorite music artist wears/endorses something, it influences their purchase decision. Additionally, 52% would feel more loyal to a brand if it provided access to live-streamed cultural events.
The findings of PMC’s Power of Shared Cultural Connections study demonstrate that shared cultural moments profoundly influence consumer engagement. This research highlights the critical role that brands play in facilitating these vital connections and creating experiences that not only build emotional ties but also foster enduring loyalty.
To explore the full details of PMC’s research, download the study at: www.pmc.com/2025popculturereport
Report Methodology
In August 2024, Penske Media Corporation (PMC) surveyed a highly targeted segment of 1200 engaged, pop-culturally aware individuals to explore their interest and interaction with live experiences, events, and key cultural moments; as well as the significance these hold for fans, artists, and the brands that make them happen. This study incorporates a blend of qualitative, quantitative, and first-party data, with a spotlight on distinct generational groups: Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers.
Sportico, the global media and publishing leader in the business of sports, today announces the appointment of Tony Haskel as its new Chief Revenue Officer. In his role, Haskel will oversee all aspects of Sportico’s business operations across all platforms, including sales, marketing, international ventures, licensing, social media, membership growth, branded content, and live events. He will report to Paul Rainey, Executive Vice President, Operations & Finance, Penske Media Corporation, and be based in New York.
“We are very excited to welcome Tony Haskel to the Sportico team,” said Rainey. “Tony joins Sportico at a pivotal moment in its growth as the brand continues to define what it means to be the global leader in sports business media. His leadership will be key as Sportico expands its reach and deepens its influence, all while continuing to deliver cutting-edge insights and industry-leading content.”
“I’m honored to join Sportico at this crucial stage of its growth,” said Haskel. “In just four years, Sportico has become the go-to destination for professionals looking for trusted insights, data, analytics, breaking stories, industry profiles and community within the ever-growing sports industry. I’m excited to contribute to the brand’s ongoing success and to work alongside such a talented team of journalists and business operators.”
Haskel brings his extensive experience to Sportico, having previously served as New York and New England Sales Director at Mansueto Ventures, where he spearheaded partnership opportunities across a diverse portfolio of platforms, channels and content. His extensive career includes leadership roles such as Head of Partnerships at Bloomberg Live (Bloomberg Media), Vice President and Publisher of Money (Time Inc.), Executive Sales Director of FORTUNE (Time Inc.), National Advertising Director of Bonnier Mountain Group and Advertising Director of Condé Nast Portfolio.
Haskel graduated from the University of Vermont with a Bachelor of Arts degree, with post graduate certifications from New York University and Columbia Business School. He also serves on the advisory board of the University of Vermont’s Grossman School of Business and the Kelly Brush Foundation.
About Sportico
Sportico is a digital content platform providing sports industry news, data, insights, strategies, leadership and live media experiences for professionals in the $600 billion sports industry. Launched by Penske Media in 2020 as the global media and publishing leader in the business of sports, Sportico has offices in New York and Los Angeles with reporters throughout the world committed to providing breaking news in the sports business industry covered by the world’s top journalists.
Honoring Excellence in Art Achievements in the US
Winners Will Be Announced Online on December 4, 2024, and Celebrated in Person at Art Basel Miami Beach
To See the Full Story and List of Nominees Link HERE
Today, ARTnews announced the launch of its first-ever ARTnews Awards, a new editorial project honoring excellence in art achievements at US arts institutions. Winners will be announced online on December 4 and celebrated during a cocktail reception that evening in Miami coinciding with Art Basel. Categories include Emerging Artist of the Year, Established Artist of the Year, Lifetime Achievement, Best Thematic Museum Show, and Best Gallery Group Show.
Nominations were decided by an eight-person jury made up of six of today’s most closely watched curators, along with two ARTnews senior editors. The same group will choose the eventual winners. To select the winners, each juror submitted one to three candidates per category, with the full jury voting to select five final nominees per category. A second meeting was conducted to select the winners for each category.
“Based on exhibitions that take place during a discrete period of time, the ARTnews Awards bring to the art world an honor similar to the Golden Globes or the Grammys. These are annual industry awards that artists, curators, and institutions will be proud to receive, and that will mark an exciting new moment on the calendar.”– Sarah Douglas, Editor-In-Chief, ARTnews.
The jury includes Cecilia Alemani, Donald R. Mullen, Jr. Director & Chief Curator, High Line Art; Naomi Beckwith, Deputy Director & Jennifer and David Stockman Chief Curator, Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum; Candice Hopkins (Carcross/Tagish First Nation), Executive Director & Chief Curator, Forge Project; Tina Kukielski, Susan Sollins Executive Director & Chief Curator, Art21; María Elena Ortiz, Curator, Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth; and Pilar Tompkins Rivas, Chief Curator & Deputy Director, Curatorial & Collections, Lucas Museum of Narrative Art; as well as ARTnews’s Maximilíano Durón and Alex Greenberger.
About ARTnews:
Since 1902, ARTnews has been the most trusted source for news of the global art world and the art market. It is a digital-first publication that delivers up-to-the minute developments across its website and newsletters. Our one print issue is the annual Top 200 Collectors issue which, since 1990, has been the definitive source on the world’s most active and important art collectors. The publication's thousands of contributors have included Alfred Barr, Bernard Berenson, Kenneth Clark, Robert Coles, Arthur C. Danto, Carlos Fuentes, Pete Hamill, Aldous Huxley, Steve Martin, Louise Nevelson, Bob Nickas, Francine Prose, Harold Rosenberg, David Salle, Jean-Paul Sartre, and William Carlos Williams.
