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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
TelevisaUnivision Bets on Microdramas and Music in Upfront Push
TelevisaUnivision plans to lean into new formats and areas of cultural conversation, as the Spanish-language media giant seeks to stand out in a crowded upfront marketplace. That will include the addition of 24/7 reality formats, where viewers can watch the goings-on at any time in addition to regular episodes, a slew of music programming (and an entirely new live music festival), and a substantial investment in 'microdramas,' which will seek to bring the telenovela format to mobile devices. More from The Hollywood Reporter Kim Kardashian Plays Hardball Divorce Lawyer in Ryan Murphy's 'All's Fair' Legal Drama Trailer FX Sets Premiere Dates for 'The Bear' Season 4, 'Alien: Earth' and Sterlin Harjo's 'The Lowdown' Inside the Amazon Upfront: There's No Escaping Walton Goggins 'Where all other businesses are trying to be everything to everyone, we are laser focused, and always have been,' days Donna Speciale, TelevisaUnivision's head of ad sales, in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. 'I think we have a uniqueness to us, you know, we are a cultural force. We're built on trust over 70 years. We have this authenticity and this deep connection with our audience, we are the heart of the Hispanic connection, and that unique proposition really makes us stand out and makes us be very different than everything else that's out there.' The company has the Univision network, of course, but it has also built up the ViX streaming platform, which is increasingly where it is investing in a push to retain relevance with younger consumers. The microdrama strategy is a key part of that. As TikTok-style vertical video has exploded in popularity, some Asia-based apps and studios have created ultra short-form dramas built with extraordinarily low budgets. While they aren't a threat to ultra-premium TV dramas, they are sucking up time on mobile devices, and TelevisaUnivision thinks that it can leverage its expertise in the telenovela space to secure a piece of that pie. The company plans to debut about 40 of the microdramas, which will be presented in ViX in one minute or so episodes, with plans to expand into documentaries, comedies and other genres later. 'This format has been exploding in the Asian markets, and it really taps into the appetite of that young, digital centric user based across a massive mobile footprint. We're basically capturing that craze, and we're building on our expertise with episodic scripted dramas,' Speciale says. 'We're going to be putting a lot of different types of innovation, messaging and stuff for clients and brands to sponsor and lean into.' Speciale adds that the company expects to experiment more with brand integrations in the microdrama space, given the short episodes and a desire to minimize viewing interruptions. 'Clients actually want to kind of test with us, because we all don't have the answers quite yet, but we all know, given what we're seeing and given the surge of TikTok and how this audience now lives on their phones and vertical content now is what they're used to,' she says. 'There's a huge opportunity here, and we really believe that we're going to seize the moment.' In the music space, TelevisaUnivision has a slew of programming on tap, and is planning to launch its own branded music festival called YA Fest, which will also run across the company's platforms. The company plans to host the festival across multiple cities with different genres of music. 'We're going to be simulcasting them at the same time between linear and digital, having a lot of influencers and hosts going across back and forth,' Speciale says. 'It's going to be a huge social play. Clients are definitely now leaning into wanting to do social first, digital first events. And I think this is going to be one of them that I think could be a huge success.' The company is also launching ViX Música, which it frames as a music destination within the larger ViX experience In the entertainment space, new series include reality concepts like the 24/7 reality concept La Mansión 24/7 and the survival reality show El Conquistador, and scripted fare like Doménica Montero and Los Hilos del Pasado. But the upfront comes at an uncertain moment for the ads business. Media buyers are seeking flexibile terms given tariffs and economic uncertainty, while media companies are leaning into sports and live events to try and secure as many commitments as possible. TelevisaUnivision is no exception, with a new deal with Concacaf adding its women's events to the lineup. Speciale says that her company is prepared for what's coming. 'Uncertainty is not new to the marketplace, I mean, we've have had recessions before, we all went through COVID. That was a first for us,' she says. 'What I can say and what has happened in all times of uncertainty is that marketers lean in and focus on areas and investments that drive the biggest impact, and don't scale back on the areas that drive growth, and I feel really good about that, because the Hispanic audience now being 20 percent of the population, clients are realizing that this is a huge business imperative, and it shows day in and day out the ROI when they lean in.' 'What they're talking about is flexibility. They want flexibility only because of the unknown and the upfront gives them the flexibility. The terms and conditions have always been there,' she adds. 'So to me, we're in a great place, because we are such a huge growth engine for them and such a huge growth driver that I'm really confident going into this, that we're not going to not going to be affected.' 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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Heart of Hispanic Connection: TelevisaUnivision Charts Next Chapter with Bold, Content-First Vision at 2025 Upfront
Delivering Creative Firepower Across Genres and Formats to Fuel Position as Ultimate Partner for Brands to Tap into America's Most Influential Consumer NEW YORK, May 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TelevisaUnivision, the world's leading Spanish-language media company, today unveiled a bold, content-led vision for the future at its 2025 Upfront presentation – one grounded in the company's cultural authority, creative scale, and deep-rooted connection to America's most influential and fastest-growing consumer group: U.S. Hispanics. Taking the stage at Hall de Lumières in downtown Manhattan, Donna Speciale, President of U.S. Advertising Sales and Marketing stated: "TelevisaUnivision is the single most powerful and enduring force in media for Hispanics – the only fully integrated ecosystem that unites premium Spanish-language content, audience insight, and cross-platform scale – all under one roof." She continued, "In an industry of companies trying to be everything to everyone, we are solely focused on being everything to one: the Hispanic community, a relationship we've built and nurtured for 70 years. And in a world where consumer attention is more fragmented than ever, our authenticity and legacy aren't just advantages – they are the cornerstone of relevance." Ignacio Meyer, President of Univision Networks Group, and Rafael Urbina, President of Streaming and Digital, unveiled the bold new content-first strategy that's powering TelevisaUnivision's expansive ecosystem — from market-leading networks that continue to outpace the competition among U.S. Hispanics, to ViX, the company's global streaming platform delivering incremental reach to 28 million U.S. viewers across digital video. Cross-Generational Content Built for Brand Impact Expanding Realities with New 24/7 Formats: A slate of reality and always-on formats, designed to deliver a constant stream of fresh, unscripted content across genres — from lifestyle and competition to music — all optimized for streaming on ViX. Original Vertical Video: Expanding its short-form content slate with the launch of microdramas — fast-paced, scripted series featuring one-minute episodes designed for today's mobile viewer. Integrated into the new Shorts experience on ViX, built for swiping, sharing, and mobile-first engagement, 40 original microdramas are set to debut in the second half of the year, with plans to extend the format into comedy, documentaries, and more. Expanded Soccer Rights: New landmark deal with Concacaf adds full slate of the Confederation's women's soccer competitions to the company's industry-leading soccer portfolio— W Championship, W Gold Cup, W Nations League, and W Champions Cup — cementing its position as the home of women's soccer in the U.S., as well as its ongoing commitment to women's sports. This builds on TelevisaUnivision's year-round coverage of the sport's biggest events, from Liga MX and Liga MX Femenil to the UEFA Champions League Final, Concacaf Gold Cup, and FIFA Club World Cup — offering brands the best front-row seat to the most passionate fanbase in sports, every single day, on the road to the World Cup. Streaming Ad Innovation: Introducing new immersive in-show ads for ViX, built in partnership with TripleLift, for seamless brand integration within content. A Supercharged Music Strategy Introducing YA Fest: a brand-new music festival, taking place live from three major cities in September 2026. The multi-city celebration will feature electrifying performances and immersive fan experiences, airing across TelevisaUnivision's platforms. A first-of-its-kind partnership with Bresh, bringing "the most beautiful party in the world" to YA Fest — uniting today's most relevant content creators, top artists, and trending talent to elevate the IRL experience in collaboration with leading brands. Partnership to extend further across TelevisaUnivision, year-round, with digital-first live experiences that engage young, passionate Hispanics in the U.S. The Launch of ViX Música: a dedicated streaming destination for all things music within the ViX ecosystem. Featuring new and original content, ViX Música gives fans unparalleled access to the Latin music world, from premiere concerts and unplugged performances to exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes moments with their favorite artists. New initiatives include: Partnership with iHeartMedia to exclusively stream iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina live on ViX this October. New series of immersive docu-specials, offering an exclusive look into the lives of Latin artists on and off the stage. Launching this Summer, the first special will feature Prince Royce, providing an intimate glimpse inside his new album, Eterno. "ViX Música: All Access," a brand-new franchise delivering unprecedented backstage access and candid interviews with today's hottest Latin stars in the moments immediately after they leave the stage. Hosted by Alejandra Espinoza, Luis Sandoval, and Erika Reyna — each known for leading top-rated, can't-miss radio and TV shows across TelevisaUnivision — the franchise will feature multiple series that delve into distinctive genres and lifestyles, from regional Mexican and Urban to pop and adult contemporary. TelevisaUnivision's 2025–2026 Upfront presentation featured special guests, including Julián Gil and Valeria Marín, who announced the new reality series "El Conquistador"; David Zepeda, who revealed his upcoming scripted drama "Los Hilos del Pasado," set to debut later this year; "Juego de Voces" host Angélica Vale; and sports commentators Memo Schutz and Marc Crosas, who announced the new Concacaf rights deal. News anchors Ilia Calderón and Víctor Javier Solano, and entertainment host Alejandra Espinoza also took the stage. The presentation was infused with music, opening with a performance by Prince Royce and closing with a dynamic finale featuring Arthur Hanlon and artists from Latina, Salgado Productions, Latino Broadway Man, and "Real Women Have Curves." 2025-26 Programming Slate ENTERTAINMENT (in alphabetical order) Con Esa Misma Mirada – Season 1 and 2 (Univision)After years of sacrifice as a wife and mother, a seemingly "perfect" woman is devastated by her unfaithful husband, which not only brings an emotional storm, but also a personal crisis that pushes her to rediscover herself. Featuring: Angélica Rivera, Diego Klein, Sofía Castro, Iván Sánchez, and Ximena Herrera. CDI: Código de InvestigaciónHosted by the charismatic Borja Voces, CDI (Código de Investigación) is a groundbreaking true crime entertainment program that plunges into the most captivating and shocking crime stories. Each episode features in-depth investigations, expert analysis from criminologists, mental health professionals, police officers, and forensic specialists, powerful testimonials, and cutting-edge technology to bring viewers closer to the truth. CDI examines both past crimes that have shaken communities and follows current cases, providing live updates and exclusive interviews, all delivered with an entertaining approach that combines investigative journalism with compelling narratives. Doménica Montero (Univision)Betrayed, humiliated, and left with nothing, a powerful woman rebuilds her life on her family's forgotten land—only to face new enemies, forbidden love, and a past that won't let her go. Starring Angelique Boyer. El ConquistadorEl Conquistador is the world's most extreme survival and adventure reality show, set in the rugged Los Haitises National Park in the Dominican Republic. The new show, hosted by Julián Gil and Valeria Marín, follows 36 contestants divided into three teams, each led by a famous captain. The teams face extreme physical and mental challenges in each episode, contestants must overcome tough challenges and survive the wild nature, lack of food, and extreme weather conditions. The team that wins the immunity challenge receives the El Conquistador flag and enjoys time in the "Campamento Rico," (Wealthy Camp) filled with privileges such as food, fire, beds, and a private beach. The other two teams will be split between two camps known as "Pobre" and "Infernal," with one or more of their members facing an elimination challenge that could lead to their exit from the competition. The winner walks away the $200,000 prize and is crowned as El Conquistador. Juego de Voces – Season 3 (Univision)Hosted by Angélica Vale, this captivating musical competition is back to unite generations and fill your evenings with talent, emotion, and a healthy dose of nostalgia. More than just a show, it's a vibrant tribute to the power of music, the bonds of family, and cherished traditions. Returning with even more excitement, dazzling star power, and truly unforgettable performances, the "Leyendas" and "Estrellas" teams will go head-to-head in a fierce competition, ensuring audiences enjoy every thrilling moment of this can't-miss entertainment. La Mansión 24/7From the creators of Nuestra Belleza Latina, La Mansión is a new reality show that will allow audiences to have 24/7 access to the participants in their daily lives. In this reality show, the participants will face challenges that will test their resilience, inner strength, talent, and creativity. Only the best of them will win a cash prize and become the next face of the network. Los Hilos del Pasado (Univision)Carolina, a successful fashion designer, discovers that Cristina, the young model she's been mistreating, is her long-lost daughter, whom she was forced to abandon years ago. As Carolina uncovers the truth, she will stop at nothing to mend their broken bond and unite the threads of fate and love. Starring: Yadhira Carrilo, Bárbara López, Emmanuel Palomares, Eduardo Santamarina and David Zepeda, among others. Monteverde (Univision)Fleeing from a crime she didn't commit, a woman with a strong and charismatic personality will have to replace her nun sister and hide in a town, Monteverde, where threats of love, the misfortunes of the people, and, worst of all, the danger of being discovered. Starring: África Zavala and Gabriel Soto. Papás por Siempre (Univision)How far can you go to protect your children without causing them irreparable harm? When secrets and lies are the weapons you use to keep the family together, at what cost is that facade of love and protection maintained? Starring José Ron and Ariadne Díaz. Regalo de Amor (Univision)After losing all hope of becoming a mother, a young woman is widowed due to a sudden accident in which her husband dies. This leads her to discover a whole parallel life and a past full of secrets, in addition to having to take care of a little girl, who mysteriously appears registered as her daughter. Starring by: Alejandra Robles Gil y Chris Pazcal. ¿Quién Caerá? Season 3 (UNIMÁS)A thrilling game show where contestants battle for a grand cash prize, testing their general knowledge and luck with vibrant host Adamari López. Participants from across the U.S. Hispanic community must skillfully answer diverse questions to win big and avoid the dreaded trapdoor – a single wrong answer means elimination! ¿Quién Caerá? KIDS (UNIMÁS)¿Quién Caerá? KIDS brings a super-sized dose of fun and smarts, delivering the same thrilling excitement as ¿Quién Caerá?, but this time with brilliant kids taking center stage in the competition. Hosted by Adamari López and co-hosted by her daughter Alaïa Costa-López, this special edition sees talented Hispanic kids from various nationalities test their general knowledge by answering diverse questions under Adamari's lively guidance. Each round reveals who will triumph and who will take the plunge. ¿Quién es la Mascara? Season 7 (Univision)The hit singing competition guessing game has returned. Here, the performers are celebrities who deliver incredible performances while wearing elaborate head to toe costumes that conceal their identities from the audience, the judges, and other contestants. A star-studded panel of investigators will work together to uncover the identity of the masked celebrities. Throughout the show, the panel of investigators will welcome special guests to join them in their difficult task. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT ACROSS PLATFORMS Premio Lo NuestroPremio Lo Nuestro is the longest-running Spanish-language Latin music awards show in U.S. television history. The annual awards show recognizes those artists who drive tradition and legacy with their trajectory in Latin Music. The nominations are based on airplay of TelevisaUnivision radio stations, as well as streaming data, and the assessment of a committee consisting of music and entertainment industry experts. Winners are determined by popular vote. Premios JuventudPremios Juventud recognizes the youth leading the change in music, culture, and the world across several pop culture categories covering social media, music, and everything in between. With a unique DNA, Premios Juventud is more than a celebration of what's trending with Hispanic youth, the annual awards show honors the young generation and artists that make a difference in their communities by giving back. Latin GRAMMY® AwardsInternationally recognized as The Biggest Night in Latin Music®, The Latin GRAMMY Awards are the preeminent international honor and the only peer-selected award celebrating excellence in Latin music worldwide, recognizing brilliance in the recording arts and sciences. This year's awards show will air LIVE from Las Vegas, Nevada on Thursday, November 13. ¡Feliz 2026!Univision presents the ultimate New Year's Eve celebration live from Times Square and international locations; bringing viewers the biggest stars in Latin pop culture for unforgettable musical performances, exclusive interviews, and unique segments. Relive the year's top moments as we count down to a spectacular new beginning, broadcast live across the U.S. YA FestA new music festival, taking place LIVE in September 2026 from 3 major markets on the same day, delivering a multiscreen experience for audiences to enjoy a stellar showcase of diverse genres across music, airing across TV and streaming. Press Hub: View source version on Contacts Media Contacts CORPORATE Alyssa Bernstein, Senior Vice President of Corporate Communicationsabernstein@ Anna Negrón, Senior Director of Corporate CommunicationsAnegron@ CONTENT PR Melissa Agudelo, Director of Sports and News (U.S.)magudelo@ Tatiana Oviedo, Senior Manager of Entertainmenttoviedo@ Bettina Humphreys, Manager of Entertainmentbhumphreys@
Daily Mail
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rebekah Vardy reveals she is flogging her old bikinis on Vinted after being ordered to pay £1.4M to Coleen Rooney in Wagatha Christie trial
Rebekah Vardy has revealed she is flogging her old designer bikinis after being ordered to pay Coleen Rooney £1.4M in legal fees. Last week, the WAG, 43, agreed to pay £1,190,000 of Coleen's legal bill, plus a further £212,266 in assessment costs, after sensationally losing their high-profile libel case. This takes the total Rebekah must pay to at least £1,402,266.20. MailOnline understands she has already paid some of the bill, including £800,000 four years ago and £100,000 last year. It has now emerged that the TV personality is selling her clothes on resale site Vinted as she advertised the items on her Instagram Story on Tuesday. Rebekah was advertising a range of her colourful swimwear, from luxury brands including Luli Fama, ViX and Good American. One bikini from Luli Fama, where swimwear retails from around £170, was being listed on her page for a fraction of the price at £50. It has now emerged that the TV personality is selling her clothes on resale site Vinted as she advertised the items on her Instagram Story on Tuesday Meanwhile, the ViX bikinis, which would cost around £200 to buy new were being listed for similar price tags. Rebekah had also listed items of clothing from her wardrobe, as well as children's clothing she no longer wanted. It comes after it was revealed she had left the UK after being ordered to pay Coleen a huge sum in their Wagatha Christie settlement following the years-long legal battle. She shared a snap of herself jetting out of the country on a budget flight after being ordered to pay £1.4million to Coleen. While Coleen shared her 'relief' that the ordeal had finally come to an end, Rebekah was clearly in no mood to hang around as she took the early morning flight. Breaking her silence in a statement on Wednesday, Coleen, 39, insisted 'time and money should have been put to better use' in the scathing message to Rebekah. She wrote: 'The ruling yesterday in my favour finally brings this claim to an end, it's a relief and brings closure for my family and I. 'Throughout this long process, I am grateful that the judgements have consistently gone my way. While Coleen shared her 'relief' that the ordeal had finally come to an end, Rebekah was clearly in no mood to hang around as she took the early morning flight 'However, as I have always maintained this claim did not need to be made or run for as long as it did. 'The time and money should have been put to better use. 'I want to thank my legal representatives, management, friends and family for their guidance and constant support. 'Thanks also to the public and many well wishers who have been in touch with such kind messages. 'This episode is not something I ever wanted in my life however I am thankful for the way my family and team have dealt with it. 'We look forward to moving on with our lives.' Coleen must also pay Rebekah a total of £135,097.50 in costs under the terms of court orders from 2024, which will be set off against what Rebekah must pay. A source close to Rebekah told MailOnline on Tuesday: 'It's a huge relief for Rebekah that this long legal battle is now coming to an end. She wrote: 'The ruling yesterday in my favour finally brings this claim to an end, it's a relief and brings closure for my family and I' 'She's looking forward to putting the whole ordeal well and truly behind her. 'Now she's just focusing on the future. And there are some big plans coming up for her now that she just wants to get cracking with.' Coleen ran up a legal bill of more than £1.8 million while successfully defending herself against Rebekah's High Court claim in 2022. After losing their High Court showdown, Rebekah was ordered to pay 90 percent of Coleen's legal costs. In written submissions to a specialist costs court hearing on Tuesday, Rebekah's barrister, Juliet Wells, said Coleen's total legal bill of £1,833,906.89 'has now been settled at £1,190,000, being [approximately] £1,125,000 plus interest of [approximately] £65,000'. The court heard that while Coleen was also asking for a further £315,000 in 'assessment costs', Costs Judge Mark Whalan ordered Rebekah to pay £212,266.20 of Coleen's assessment costs, inclusive of VAT but before interest, on top of the £1.19 million settlement. While Mrs Wells previously called for the 'grossly disproportionate' assessment costs to be capped at 'no more than £100,000', Judge Whalan said the amount awarded was 'reasonable and proportionate'. He added that while there had been 'extraordinary expenditure of costs' on both sides, he was 'generally happy' the outcome was a 'commercially satisfactory conclusion' for the pair. The post that started it all: Coleen accused Rebekah's social media account of leaking stories 'I do mean it when I say that I hope that this is the end of a long and unhappy road,' he added. Rebekah's lawyer previously argued Coleen's team had used a 'kitchen sink' approach when calculating the total and included 'over £120,000 of costs to which Coleen has no entitlement'. It was also claimed the bill included costs for one of the WAG's team to stay at Nobu - a five star luxury hotel - and 'substantial dinner and drinks charges as well as mini bar charges'. The lawyer said Coleen's £1,833,906.89 legal bill was over three times her 'agreed costs budget of £540,779.07'. But Coleen's lawyer, Robin Dunne, had argued it was 'frankly outrageous' to accuse them of dishonesty. Rebekah unsuccessfully sued the I'm A Celeb star in the High Court in 2022 after she was publicly accused of leaking stories about her to the press. The catalyst for the famous Wagatha Christie case was a dramatic open letter written by Coleen and posted on social media in October 2019 in which she revealed she had turned detective to figure out who had been leaking the stories. Coleen publicly claimed Rebekah's account was the source behind three newspaper stories featuring fake details she had posted on her private Instagram profile - her travelling to Mexico for a 'gender selection' procedure, her planning to return to TV and the basement flooding at her home. Penning that she had a 'suspicion' of who it could be, Coleen told her millions of followers that 'to try and prove this' she 'came up with an idea'. 'I blocked everyone from viewing my Instagram stories except ONE account,' she wrote. For the next five months, she uploaded 'a series of false stories' to see if 'they made their way' into the press. 'And you know what, they did!' she penned 'The story about gender selection in Mexico, the story about returning to TV and then the latest story about the basement flooding in my new house.' She continued to build suspense, writing: 'It's been tough keeping it to myself and not making any comment at all, especially when the stories have been leaked, however I had to. Now I know for certain which account/individual it's come from. 'I have saved and screenshotted all the original stories which clearly show just one person had viewed them.' And then, she delivered her final iconic line: 'It's.......... Rebekah Vardy's account.' What followed was a tearful appearance from Rebekah on ITV's Loose Women in February 2020 in which claimed the stress over the dispute had caused her to have anxiety attacks so severe she 'ended up in hospital three times'. The emotional display was met by Coleen with a statement to say she did not want to 'engage in further public debate' on the matter. Four months later, in June 2020, Rebekah began legal proceedings against Coleen for libel with her lawyers alleging she had 'suffered extreme distress, hurt, anxiety and embarrassment as a result of the publication of the post and the events which followed'. At the first preliminary hearing in London's High Court in November the same year, Mr Justice Warby ruled that Coleen's famous letter 'clearly identified' Rebekah as being 'guilty of the serious and consistent breach of trust'. He concluded the 'natural and ordinary' meaning of the posts was that Rebekah had 'regularly and frequently abused her status as a trusted follower of Mrs Rooney's personal Instagram account' by secretly informing the press of Coleen's 'private posts and stories'. When the case returned to the courts in February 2022, a series of explosive messages between Rebekah and her agent Caroline Watt were revealed with Coleen's lawyers alleging they were about her. Rebekah denied that one message calling someone a 'nasty b****' was in reference to Coleen. When asked by defence lawyers to present Ms Watt's phone so they could further investigate the WhatsApp messages, they were told it had fallen into the North Sea when Ms Watt was on a boat during a holiday. Coleen was denied permission to bring a High Court claim against Ms Watt for misuse of private information to be heard alongside the libel battle as it was brought too late. Ms Watt was then dubbed not fit to give oral evidence, revoked permission for her witness statement to be used and withdrew her waiver which would have allowed journalists to say whether she was a source of the leaked stories. Coleen's barrister then told the High Court Rebekah 'appears to accept' her agent was the source of the leaked stories and argued her new statement suggested this but Rebekah claimed she 'did not authorise or condone her'. In May 2022, the women finally came face-to-face in court to give evidence as the Wagatha Christie trial began in the Royal Courts of Justice in London. Coleen secured her victory the next month when Mrs Justice Steyn delivered her verdict, dismissing the claim made by Rebekah and finding Coleen had proved the meaning of her famous accusatory letter was 'substantially true'. Whilst Coleen said she was 'pleased' the judge had ruled in her favour, Rebekah declared she was 'extremely sad and disappointed' at the decision.
Forbes
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘El Extraño Retorno De Diana Salazar' Returns For Final Season On ViX
Angelique Boyer, Sebastián Rulli, Arap Bethke and Cassandra Sánchez-Navarro return for the ... More conclusion of a love story that transcends time. El Extraño Retorno de Diana Salazar returns for its dramatic conclusion as ViX premieres the third and final season of its hit original series, starring Angelique Boyer ('El amor invencible,' 'Amar a muerte') and her real-life partner Sebastián Rulli ('El dragón,' 'Lo que la vida me robó') as star-crossed lovers and soulmates who have reincarnated and once again face an uphill battle to be together. Arap Bethke ('La rebelión,' 'Amores permitidos') and Cassandra Sánchez-Navarro ('Consuelo,' 'El juego de las llaves S3') are part of the love triangle that has transcended time. First announced at TelevisaUnivision's upfront for the 2023–2024 television season, this modern remake of Televisa's iconic 1988 telenovela - starring legendary Mexican actress Lucía Méndez and Argentine actor Jorge Martínez in the lead roles - reimagines the story for contemporary audiences. Diana, originally a student in the classic series, is now a doctor navigating her supernatural powers, a cursed love triangle, and a far more sensual storyline - complete with steamy scenes that are a bold departure from the chaste kisses of 35 years ago. The first season introduced Diana (Boyer), a woman marked by an unusual destiny, as she uncovered mysteries that defied logic and revealed secrets from her past lives. She found herself torn between two men - Mario (Rulli) and Joaquin (Bethke). In the second season, Diana began to understand the dangerous potential of her powers while uncovering more about her past and its connection to the present. The love triangle intensified as Joaquin refused to hide his feelings for Diana, and Mario, consumed by jealousy, struggled with Irene's (Sánchez-Navarro) growing presence in his life. Now, in the third season, Diana fully embraces her powers and fights to break the cycle of suffering that binds four souls across lifetimes. After being released from a psychiatric ward, she struggles to control her abilities while facing the consequences of her past actions. Mario - also a doctor and researcher - remains torn between his love for Diana and his disbelief in the supernatural, while Joaquin grows closer to her. Meanwhile, Irene, consumed by her connection to the past, spirals into obsession and kidnaps Diana in her desperate search for answers. El Extraño Retorno de Diana Salazar is executive produced by Patricio Wills and Carlos Bardasano. This new version was developed and written by Esther Feldman ('Isla brava,' 'El dragón,' 'Los ricos también lloran,' 'Los exitosos Pells') and Carlos Algara ('Isla brava,' 'El dragón') and directed by Luis Manzo ('Los ricos también lloran,' 'Si nos dejan,' 'Betty en NY'), Pável Vázquez ('Travesuras de la niña mala,' 'El dragón,' 'Los ricos también lloran'), and Carlos Santos ('Los ricos también lloran,' 'La doña'). All episodes of the final season dropped April 11 and are now available exclusively on ViX's premium plan.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Business
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TelevisaUnivision Reports Full-Year Streaming Profit, U.S. Ad Revenue Grows on Sports, Political
Spanish-language media giant TelevisaUnivision reported a 2 percent U.S. revenue gain to $835.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2024 and a 5 percent U.S. subscription and licensing revenue improvement to $346.5 million. The company, led by CEO Daniel Alegre, said that its streaming business with its flagship service ViX posted another profit in the fourth quarter of 2024 after achieving profitability in the third quarter 'after just two full years in the marketplace.' After having ended 2023 with more than 7 million subscribers and $700 million in annual revenue, 'the direct-to-consumer (DTC) business generated $1 billion in revenue and positive adjusted operating income before depreciation and amortization (OIBDA) in ViX's second full year of operation,' the company highlighted on Thursday. More from The Hollywood Reporter Max Launches Successfully in Southeast Asia, But Netflix Still Dominates the Region Berlin Hidden Gem: China's Jing Yi Taps Memories of Xinjiang for Enigmatic Feature Debut 'The Botanist' BBC Revenge Thriller Series 'Reunion,' Set in the Deaf Community, Gets First-Look Pictures José Luis Fabila is now leading all content globally for the company as part of an Alegre-overseen reorganization and reduction of its workforce by a mid- to high-single-digit percentage, which was unveiled late last year. TelevisaUnivision disclosed restructuring, severance and related charges of $53.4 million for the fourth quarter, compared with $24.2 million in the year-ago period. For the full year 2024, these charges amounted to $72.9 million, compared with $53.4 million in 2023. Revenue in the fourth quarter declined 1 percent, but grew 4 percent when excluding foreign-exchange impacts, to $1.3 billion, with the U.S. growth outweighed by a 5 percent drop in Mexico, which amounted to an 8 percent gain when excluding currency impacts. Operating expenses were 'essentially flat' at $892 million. The firm's quarterly loss narrowed to $809.7 million from $912.1 million in the year-ago period. TelevisaUnivision's quarterly adjusted operating income before depreciation and amortization (OIBDA), another key profitability metric, declined 3 percent to $451.9 million in the fourth quarter, or grew 3 percent when excluding currency impacts. The company also disclosed a quarterly charge for the impairment of program rights of $142.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2023 and $157.1 million for the full year. It also posted an impairment loss of $900.2 million for the full year 2024, compared with $1.01 billion in 2023. Both impairment charges are non-cash charges recorded as a result of regular testing of the company's assets and do not impact its OIBDA, leverage or cash position. Advertising revenue fell 1 percent in the final quarter of 2024 to $851 million as the U.S. gain to $475.6 million was outweighed by a 4 percent drop in Mexico. Excluding the impact of foreign exchange rates, Mexico advertising revenue grew 10 percent. Full-year 2024 U.S. advertising revenue growth 'accelerated to 2 percent, driven by a record-breaking year in sports and political advertising demand garnering $70 million,' the firm said. '2024 was a year of continued momentum for TelevisaUnivision, and my early days at the helm have reinforced the tremendous opportunity ahead of us,' said Alegre, the former president and COO of Activision Blizzard and CEO of Yuga Labs who took over as TelevisaUnivision CEO in September: 'The recent U.S. election cycle underscored the power and influence TelevisaUnivision has to deliver the Hispanic vote through our reach and connection with the community.' He added: 'With our newly unified organizational structure, we are fully harnessing the strengths of Univision in the U.S. and Televisa in Mexico to drive further connectivity and expand our impact as a global content leader.' Best of The Hollywood Reporter How the Warner Brothers Got Their Film Business Started Meet the World Builders: Hollywood's Top Physical Production Executives of 2023 Men in Blazers, Hollywood's Favorite Soccer Podcast, Aims for a Global Empire
