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USA Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
'Steven Universe Lars of the Stars' spinoff promises new intrigue
'Steven Universe Lars of the Stars' spinoff promises new intrigue Show Caption Hide Caption 'Big Bang Theory''s Kate Micucci Recovering After Cancer Surgery. Actor and comedian Kate Micucci has revealed on TikTok that she is recovering from surgery after a lung cancer diagnosis. 'The Big Bang Theory' star shared a health update, saying, 'This is not a TikTok it's a sick Tok' but the procedure went well, and she's 'all good now.' 'They caught it really early,' she added, referring to the cancer while also revealing that she's 'never smoked a cigarette.' She said she will be taking it slow for the next few weeks but can't wait to get back to art as she frequently shares her hand-drawn cartoons online. Micucci played Lucy on 'The Big Bang Theory' and has also had cameos on 'Scrubs' and 'Will and Grace.' She has also lent her voice to animated characters, including on 'Steven Universe', 'Milo Murphy's Law' and 'Scooby-Doo.' unbranded - Entertainment It's spinoff season for Cartoon Network Studios. The animation giant announced June 11 at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival that they are developing "Steven Universe: Lars of the Stars," a follow-up to their popular "Steven Universe" series. The show, which will explore "the past, present and future of the 'Steven Universe' universe," according to a release, will stream on Prime Video. From executive producers Rebecca Sugar and Ian Jones-Quartey, the sequel is expected to follow Lars Barriga, an "eternal teenager and space outlaw," as he joins forces with a crew of pirates to "smuggle contraband, evade the authorities, and uncover the darkest secrets of the fallen Gem Empire." 'Amazing World of Gumball' Season 7 coming to Hulu with a new name: What to know The "Steven Universe" announcement follows a string of news for Cartoon Network, which is beginning to adapt to the streaming world as fewer kids flick on their cable channel. In May, the studio announced "The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball," a continuation of their hit series "The Amazing World of Gumball," which follows a wily blue cat as he gets into all sorts of hijinks. The teaser trailer, released May 20, excited a long-hungry fan base. The original "Gumball" series ran on Cartoon Network from 2011 to 2019, and has been on hiatus for almost as long. The new series, which promises to be much of the same but under a new name, is from the original creator and executive producer, Ben Bocquelet, and is produced by Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe. "The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball" will air on Hulu domestically, Cartoon Network's international channels and HBO Max outside of the United States. Contributing: Taijuan Moorman
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Alliant Insurance Services' Vince Micucci Named a 2025 Power Broker Rising Star by Risk & Insurance
Micucci honored for demonstrating innovative leadership in value-based care IRVINE, Calif., May 15, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vince Micucci, Executive Vice President and National Director, Value-Based Healthcare Solutions & Risk Management at Alliant Insurance Services, has been named a 2025 Power Broker Rising Star by Risk & Insurance. This prestigious award honors emerging industry leaders under the age of 40 who are redefining client service and innovation. "Vince is helping reshape how healthcare organizations navigate the complexities of risk-based reimbursement," said Kevin Overbey, President, Alliant Employee Benefits. "His vision and execution are helping our clients unlock new levels of financial and clinical performance through analytics, innovation, and strategic foresight." Micucci was recognized for his innovative work as the practice leader with Alliant's Value-Based Healthcare Solutions & Risk Management practice. As part of Alliant's Employee Benefits Group, the division supports provider organizations, managed care entities, and health systems in navigating risk-based contracting through actuarial analysis, risk management, clinical insights, and performance analytics. For providers assuming risk on patient populations, Micucci built a team of leading data scientists and actuaries to develop actuarial models, which are reshaping the approach to reinsurance by helping the market understand and appropriately price the risk of specific patient populations. Under Micucci's leadership, Value-Based Healthcare Solutions & Risk Management is broadening its scope beyond analytics to clinical insights and performance advocacy, helping clients optimize their risk-based reimbursement strategies. About Alliant Value-Based Healthcare Alliant Value-Based Healthcare and Risk Management Solutions unites actuaries, data scientists, clinicians, and risk management experts with a singular vision: transforming risk into opportunity. We empower ACOs, health plans, and providers to thrive through innovative analytics, strategic reinsurance, and performance optimization—where intelligent risk management drives both clinical excellence and financial success. About Alliant Insurance Services Alliant Insurance Services marks a century of success as the nation's leading specialty broker. We operate through a network of specialized national platforms and local offices to offer our clients a comprehensive portfolio of risk solutions built on innovative thinking and personal service. The business of managing risk is complex, and Alliant meets this complexity head-on with creativity and agility. Alliant has changed the way our clients approach risk management and benefits, giving them complete access to our resources and expertise—regardless of where the resource is located—to capitalize on new opportunities to grow and protect their organizations and their people. Alliant is recognized as a leading destination for top-tier brokerage talent in the U.S., attracting brokers and specialists across a diverse spectrum of disciplines who are eager to advance their careers. With the advantage of being majority employee-owned, professionals choose Alliant for autonomy, unparalleled resources, and a unique equity ownership opportunity. As a testament to our commitment to excellence, Alliant maintains an impressive 99% producer retention rate and has earned Forbes' prestigious title of one of America's Best Large Employers. Visit us at View source version on Contacts Nick KopingaFirst Vice PresidentCorporate Marketing and Communications(949) 260-5004nkopinga@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
