The Los Angeles Times is removing “interim” from executive editor Terry Tang’s job title.
The newspaper announced on Monday that it was making things official with its former editorial page editor, who was elevated to the leadership role on a provisional basis in January. “We’re thrilled to have Terry Tang leading the L.A. Times newsroom,” owners Patrick and Michele Soon-Shiong said in a statement. “We made a decision in December to make changes in leadership to revitalize the L.A. Times. Terry in short order has demonstrated the capability of building on our legacy of excellence in journalism with stories that matter.”
In particular, the Soon-Shiongs highlighted Tang’s comprehension of their mission to make the paper “a thriving pillar of democracy” and to highlight the “issues that matter most, especially for those whose voices are often unheard.” Tang also understands that the paper must build new audiences...
The newspaper announced on Monday that it was making things official with its former editorial page editor, who was elevated to the leadership role on a provisional basis in January. “We’re thrilled to have Terry Tang leading the L.A. Times newsroom,” owners Patrick and Michele Soon-Shiong said in a statement. “We made a decision in December to make changes in leadership to revitalize the L.A. Times. Terry in short order has demonstrated the capability of building on our legacy of excellence in journalism with stories that matter.”
In particular, the Soon-Shiongs highlighted Tang’s comprehension of their mission to make the paper “a thriving pillar of democracy” and to highlight the “issues that matter most, especially for those whose voices are often unheard.” Tang also understands that the paper must build new audiences...
- 4/8/2024
- by Katie Kilkenny
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Messenger founder Jimmy Finkelstein held a last minute discussion with Los Angeles Times owner Patrick Soon-Shiong about buying The Messenger, three people familiar with the situation have told The Hollywood Reporter.
The news comes just days after the L.A. Times laid off 115 newsroom employees. Soon-Shiong spoke with Finkelstein on Tuesday, the sources said. Soon-Shiong then offered what has been described as “lowball” figure for the flailing publication, but by Wednesday the offer had fallen through, according to the sources.
Just hours later, The Messenger was shuttered with 300 staffers let go. “I am personally devastated to share that we have made the painfully hard decision to shut down The Messenger, effective immediately,” Finkelstein told shattered staff in an email. The New York Times first reported deal talks between Soon-Shiong and Finkelstein.
“Over the past few weeks, literally until last night, we exhausted every option available and have endeavored to raise sufficient capital to reach profitability.
The news comes just days after the L.A. Times laid off 115 newsroom employees. Soon-Shiong spoke with Finkelstein on Tuesday, the sources said. Soon-Shiong then offered what has been described as “lowball” figure for the flailing publication, but by Wednesday the offer had fallen through, according to the sources.
Just hours later, The Messenger was shuttered with 300 staffers let go. “I am personally devastated to share that we have made the painfully hard decision to shut down The Messenger, effective immediately,” Finkelstein told shattered staff in an email. The New York Times first reported deal talks between Soon-Shiong and Finkelstein.
“Over the past few weeks, literally until last night, we exhausted every option available and have endeavored to raise sufficient capital to reach profitability.
- 2/1/2024
- by Lachlan Cartwright
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Another scandal surrounds the Vanderpump Rules cast and this time Lala Kent is opening up about her life with Hollywood producer Randall Emmett in Hulu’s The Randall Scandal: Love, Loathing, and Vanderpump. Watch the trailer in the video posted above.
ABC News Studios and LA Times Studios teamed up for an investigation into the allegations of race discrimination and workplace abuse against Emmett. The movie mogul denies all the allegations that includes questionable on-set behavior towards actor Bruce Willis as his mental acuity declined.
The 90-minute documentary features special access to interview footage of Kent, who opens up about her tumultuous relationship with Emmett and how she learned about the accusations against her ex-fiancé.
The Randall Scandal: Love, Loathing, and Vanderpump also includes exclusive interviews with those closest to Kent, including Lisa and Easton Burningham, her mother and brother, who describe alarming, never-before-told claims of Emmett’s alleged mistreatment towards Kent,...
ABC News Studios and LA Times Studios teamed up for an investigation into the allegations of race discrimination and workplace abuse against Emmett. The movie mogul denies all the allegations that includes questionable on-set behavior towards actor Bruce Willis as his mental acuity declined.
The 90-minute documentary features special access to interview footage of Kent, who opens up about her tumultuous relationship with Emmett and how she learned about the accusations against her ex-fiancé.
The Randall Scandal: Love, Loathing, and Vanderpump also includes exclusive interviews with those closest to Kent, including Lisa and Easton Burningham, her mother and brother, who describe alarming, never-before-told claims of Emmett’s alleged mistreatment towards Kent,...
- 5/15/2023
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Kcet has now led in wins at the Los Angeles Area Emmy Awards, for five years in a row.
At the 73rd awards ceremony, which took place Saturday, the station claimed a total of nine statuettes. Kvea and Spectrum SportsNet followed it up with six wins apiece. Other outlets scoring multiple wins at the show, hosted by Spectrum News 1 journalist Giselle Fernández, included ABC7 (four), Kmex (three), KTLA5 (two), Kttv-tv (two) and Spectrum News 1 (two).
The Los Angeles Area Emmy Awards honor locally produced programs in the categories of Live and Breaking News Coverage, Crime and Social Issues, Culture and History, the Arts, Human Interest, Sports, and the Environment. Presenters for this year’s ceremony, which streamed live on the Emmys website, included Carrlyn Bathe (Fox Sports West), Mike Bresnahan (Spectrum SportsNet/LA), Enrique Chiabra (Telemundo/Kvea), Allie Clifton (Spectrum SportsNet/LA), Suzanna Guzmán (Kcet/PBS SoCal), Elex B.
At the 73rd awards ceremony, which took place Saturday, the station claimed a total of nine statuettes. Kvea and Spectrum SportsNet followed it up with six wins apiece. Other outlets scoring multiple wins at the show, hosted by Spectrum News 1 journalist Giselle Fernández, included ABC7 (four), Kmex (three), KTLA5 (two), Kttv-tv (two) and Spectrum News 1 (two).
The Los Angeles Area Emmy Awards honor locally produced programs in the categories of Live and Breaking News Coverage, Crime and Social Issues, Culture and History, the Arts, Human Interest, Sports, and the Environment. Presenters for this year’s ceremony, which streamed live on the Emmys website, included Carrlyn Bathe (Fox Sports West), Mike Bresnahan (Spectrum SportsNet/LA), Enrique Chiabra (Telemundo/Kvea), Allie Clifton (Spectrum SportsNet/LA), Suzanna Guzmán (Kcet/PBS SoCal), Elex B.
- 7/25/2021
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Cross Section Of Media & Entertainment Industry Leaders To Participate In Immortal Studios Virtual Summit — Amplifying Aapi Representation In Entertainment & Media
Senator Mazie Hirono, Congressman Ted Lieu, Jon M. Chu,Christina Kim, Kelly Hu Among Those On Board for May 26 Series of Panels and Fireside Chats
Los Angeles, May 20, 2021 — Timed for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Immortal Studios together with media partners Los Angeles Times and NextShark and industry partner Cape (Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment) today announced Amplifying Aapi Representation in Entertainment & Media (Aarem), a summit series to elevate the dialog around Aapi representation in film, television and pop culture. An extension of the recent focus on ending Anti-Asian violence, the Summit is scheduled for May 26.
Slated to speak are a curated mix of Asian and Pacific American leaders, including Senator Mazie Hirono, Congressman Ted Lieu, Rotten Tomatoes Co-Founder Patrick Lee, Echelon Talent Management CEO Andrew Ooi, Marginal Mediaworks Founder/CEO Sanjay Sharma,...
Senator Mazie Hirono, Congressman Ted Lieu, Jon M. Chu,Christina Kim, Kelly Hu Among Those On Board for May 26 Series of Panels and Fireside Chats
Los Angeles, May 20, 2021 — Timed for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Immortal Studios together with media partners Los Angeles Times and NextShark and industry partner Cape (Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment) today announced Amplifying Aapi Representation in Entertainment & Media (Aarem), a summit series to elevate the dialog around Aapi representation in film, television and pop culture. An extension of the recent focus on ending Anti-Asian violence, the Summit is scheduled for May 26.
Slated to speak are a curated mix of Asian and Pacific American leaders, including Senator Mazie Hirono, Congressman Ted Lieu, Rotten Tomatoes Co-Founder Patrick Lee, Echelon Talent Management CEO Andrew Ooi, Marginal Mediaworks Founder/CEO Sanjay Sharma,...
- 5/20/2021
- by Adam Symchuk
- AsianMoviePulse
The Los Angeles Times received a Paycheck Protection Program loan for $10 million as advertising plunged due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Times reported that the loan will cover employee salaries and other costs.
“We lost tens of millions of dollars in advertising revenue pretty much instantly in March 2020, and the pandemic continues to take a toll on the public health and take a toll economically,” President and Chief Operating Officer Chris Argentieri told the publication. “We are still operating with great uncertainty.”
A spokesperson for the Times confirmed the loan, and said that the paper was not previously eligible until the terms of the Ppp program were changed.
In December, lawmakers changed the PPP program to open it up to a wider number of news outlets. Although it was initially tailored for individual small businesses, individual newspapers, radio stations and TV outlets that are part of larger media companies may now qualify.
The Times reported that the loan will cover employee salaries and other costs.
“We lost tens of millions of dollars in advertising revenue pretty much instantly in March 2020, and the pandemic continues to take a toll on the public health and take a toll economically,” President and Chief Operating Officer Chris Argentieri told the publication. “We are still operating with great uncertainty.”
A spokesperson for the Times confirmed the loan, and said that the paper was not previously eligible until the terms of the Ppp program were changed.
In December, lawmakers changed the PPP program to open it up to a wider number of news outlets. Although it was initially tailored for individual small businesses, individual newspapers, radio stations and TV outlets that are part of larger media companies may now qualify.
- 3/24/2021
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
Bravo has released a new trailer and announced the premiere date for Dirty John, it’s anticipated true crime anthology starring Connie Britton and Eric Bana. The series debuts Sunday, November 25 at 10 Pm on Bravo.
Based on the articles and breakout true crime podcast with over 30 million downloads from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard, the series tells the cautionary tale of how a whirlwind romance between Debra Newell (Britton) and the charismatic con-man John Meehan (Bana) spiraled into a frightening web of deception, denial and mental terror that nearly tore a family apart. Created by Alexandra Cunningham and directed by Jeffrey Reiner, the eight hour-long episodes are produced by Universal Cable Productions, in association with Los Angeles Times Studios and Atlas Entertainment.
The series centers on Debra Newell (Britton), who has a seemingly perfect life: she’s successful, beautiful and lives in one of California’s most desirable coastal cities,...
Based on the articles and breakout true crime podcast with over 30 million downloads from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard, the series tells the cautionary tale of how a whirlwind romance between Debra Newell (Britton) and the charismatic con-man John Meehan (Bana) spiraled into a frightening web of deception, denial and mental terror that nearly tore a family apart. Created by Alexandra Cunningham and directed by Jeffrey Reiner, the eight hour-long episodes are produced by Universal Cable Productions, in association with Los Angeles Times Studios and Atlas Entertainment.
The series centers on Debra Newell (Britton), who has a seemingly perfect life: she’s successful, beautiful and lives in one of California’s most desirable coastal cities,...
- 10/8/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Bravo has dropped the first teaser featuring Eric Bana as John Meehan in its true crime anthology Dirty John, produced by Universal Cable Productions. In the chilling clip, we see Meehan (Bana) rehearsing his lines before he goes to meet his next victim.
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell, played by Connie Britton, off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Britton is executive producing with Reiner, Cunningham, Atlas Entertainment’s Richard Suckle and Charles Roven, and Los Angeles Times Studios’ Mark Herzog, Christopher G. Cowen and Chris Argentieri.
In addition to Bana and Britton, the...
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell, played by Connie Britton, off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Britton is executive producing with Reiner, Cunningham, Atlas Entertainment’s Richard Suckle and Charles Roven, and Los Angeles Times Studios’ Mark Herzog, Christopher G. Cowen and Chris Argentieri.
In addition to Bana and Britton, the...
- 9/17/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Jake Abel (Percy Jackson & The Olympians) and David Barrera (Bosch) are set for recurring roles opposite Connie Britton and Eric Bana on Bravo’s true crime anthology series Dirty John, from Universal Cable Productions, Los Angeles Times Studios and Atlas Entertainment.
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Abel will play Trey, Debra’s oldest child and only son. Barrera will portray Palmer, a successful builder and colleague of Debra’s who has a good sense of humor.
Britton is executive producing with Reiner, Cunningham, Atlas Entertainment’s Richard Suckle and Charles Roven,...
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Abel will play Trey, Debra’s oldest child and only son. Barrera will portray Palmer, a successful builder and colleague of Debra’s who has a good sense of humor.
Britton is executive producing with Reiner, Cunningham, Atlas Entertainment’s Richard Suckle and Charles Roven,...
- 7/31/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Bravo has rounded out the cast and set Jeffrey Reiner to direct the first four episodes of the true crime anthology starring Connie Britton and Eric Bana, as production gets underway in Los Angeles. Reiner also will executive produce the series which hails from Universal Cable Productions, Los Angeles Times Studios and Atlas Entertainment. It’s set to premiere later this year on Bravo.
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Joining previously announced Julia Garner, Juno Temple, Jean Smart and Kevin Zegers,...
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Joining previously announced Julia Garner, Juno Temple, Jean Smart and Kevin Zegers,...
- 7/24/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has boarded two upcoming drama series, TNT’s futuristic action thriller Snowpiercer, starring Jennifer Connelly and Daveed Diggs, and Bravo’s anthology Dirty John, headlined by Connie Britton and Eric Bana. The Internet network is taking international distribution for both shows under its co-licensing model.
In a deal with ITV Studios Global Entertainment, Netflix will premiere Snowpiercer, co-produced by Tomorrow Studios and Studio T, globally outside of the U.S. and China in 2019.
Netflix will carry internationally Dirty John, produced by Universal Cable Productions in association with Los Angeles Times Studios and Atlas Entertainment.
Snowpiercer, based on the acclaimed 2013 movie by Bong Joon-ho, was originally a pilot, which was picked up to series by TNT, while Dirty John received a two-season, straight-to-series order from Bravo earlier this year.
Under the co-licensing model, Netflix is collaborating with U.S. studios on series that air on other linear or digital networks in the U.
In a deal with ITV Studios Global Entertainment, Netflix will premiere Snowpiercer, co-produced by Tomorrow Studios and Studio T, globally outside of the U.S. and China in 2019.
Netflix will carry internationally Dirty John, produced by Universal Cable Productions in association with Los Angeles Times Studios and Atlas Entertainment.
Snowpiercer, based on the acclaimed 2013 movie by Bong Joon-ho, was originally a pilot, which was picked up to series by TNT, while Dirty John received a two-season, straight-to-series order from Bravo earlier this year.
Under the co-licensing model, Netflix is collaborating with U.S. studios on series that air on other linear or digital networks in the U.
- 7/24/2018
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Kevin Zegers (Fear the Walking Dead) has booked a key recurring role opposite Connie Britton and Eric Bana in Dirty John, the first season of Bravo’s true crime anthology series, from Universal Cable Productions, Los Angeles Times Studios and Atlas Entertainment.
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Zegers will play Toby, Debra’s nephew.
Dirty John received a two-season, straight-to-series order from Bravo earlier this year.
Britton is executive producing with Cunningham, Atlas Entertainment’s Richard Suckle and Charles Roven, and Los Angeles Times Studios’ Mark Herzog,...
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Zegers will play Toby, Debra’s nephew.
Dirty John received a two-season, straight-to-series order from Bravo earlier this year.
Britton is executive producing with Cunningham, Atlas Entertainment’s Richard Suckle and Charles Roven, and Los Angeles Times Studios’ Mark Herzog,...
- 7/24/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Juno Temple and Julia Garner have joined the cast of the upcoming Bravo series “Dirty John,” Variety has learned.
Bravo gave “Dirty John” a two-season order in January. The scripted anthology series is based on the series of articles published by the Los Angeles Times’ last fall about a charismatic con man, John Meehan, and the consequences of an ill-fated romance. Connie Britton will star as Debra Newell, the single mother who fell in love with Meehan, who will be played by Eric Bana.
Temple and Garner will play Newell’s daughters Veronica and Terra respectively. They join previously announced supporting cast member Jean Smart, who will play Newell’s mother Arlane.
Temple will soon be reprising her role as Thistlewit in Disney’s “Maleficent 2.” She also appeared in “Black Mass” opposite Johnny Depp, and starred in the HBO series “Vinyl.” She recently wrapped shooting “Lost Transmissions” opposite Simon Pegg.
Bravo gave “Dirty John” a two-season order in January. The scripted anthology series is based on the series of articles published by the Los Angeles Times’ last fall about a charismatic con man, John Meehan, and the consequences of an ill-fated romance. Connie Britton will star as Debra Newell, the single mother who fell in love with Meehan, who will be played by Eric Bana.
Temple and Garner will play Newell’s daughters Veronica and Terra respectively. They join previously announced supporting cast member Jean Smart, who will play Newell’s mother Arlane.
Temple will soon be reprising her role as Thistlewit in Disney’s “Maleficent 2.” She also appeared in “Black Mass” opposite Johnny Depp, and starred in the HBO series “Vinyl.” She recently wrapped shooting “Lost Transmissions” opposite Simon Pegg.
- 7/11/2018
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Ozark star Julia Garner and Juno Temple (Vinyl) are set for key roles opposite Connie Britton and Eric Bana in Dirty John, Bravo’s true-crime scripted anthology series from Universal Cable Productions, Los Angeles Times Studios and Atlas Entertainment.
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Garner and Temple will play the daughters of Debra Newell, who are both skeptical about their mother’s relationship with Meehan. Garner will play Terra Newell, and Temple is Veronica Newell. They join previously announced Jean Smart, who will play Debra’s mother Arlane.
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Garner and Temple will play the daughters of Debra Newell, who are both skeptical about their mother’s relationship with Meehan. Garner will play Terra Newell, and Temple is Veronica Newell. They join previously announced Jean Smart, who will play Debra’s mother Arlane.
- 7/11/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Jean Smart has signed on for a key recurring role opposite Connie Britton and Eric Bana in Dirty John, Bravo’s upcoming true-crime anthology series from Universal Cable Productions, Los Angeles Times Studios and Atlas Entertainment.
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Smart will play Arlane Hart, Debra’s (Britton) mother. The role also reunites Smart with Bana, with whom she worked on feature Lucky You.
Dirty John received a two-season, straight-to-series order from Bravo in January.
Britton is executive producing with Cunningham, Atlas Entertainment’s Richard Suckle and Charles Roven,...
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Smart will play Arlane Hart, Debra’s (Britton) mother. The role also reunites Smart with Bana, with whom she worked on feature Lucky You.
Dirty John received a two-season, straight-to-series order from Bravo in January.
Britton is executive producing with Cunningham, Atlas Entertainment’s Richard Suckle and Charles Roven,...
- 6/14/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Bravo has set a top-notch leading duo for its true-crime scripted anthology series, Dirty John. In his American TV debut, Eric Bana (Munich) has signed on to star opposite Connie Britton in the first season of the anthology series, from Universal Cable Productions, Los Angeles Times Studios and Atlas Entertainment.
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Dirty John received a two season, straight-to-series order from Bravo earlier this year.
Britton is executive producing with Cunningham, Atlas Entertainment’s Richard Suckle and Charles Roven, and Los Angeles Times Studios’ Mark Herzog,...
Written by Chance co-creator Alexandra Cunningham, Dirty John is based on the articles and breakout true-crime podcast from Los Angeles Times reporter Christopher Goffard. It centers on John Meehan (Bana), a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Dirty John received a two season, straight-to-series order from Bravo earlier this year.
Britton is executive producing with Cunningham, Atlas Entertainment’s Richard Suckle and Charles Roven, and Los Angeles Times Studios’ Mark Herzog,...
- 4/3/2018
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Eric Bana has been cast in a lead role opposite Connie Britton in the upcoming Bravo anthology series “Dirty John.”
Bravo gave “Dirty John” a two-season order in January. The scripted anthology series is based on the series of articles published by the Los Angeles Times’ last fall. Bana, in his U.S. television debut, will star as John Meehan, a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Bana starred in several TV shows in his native Australia, but is known for his film work in the U.S. He has starred in films like “Black Hawk Down,” “Hulk,” “Troy,” “Munich,” and “Star Trek.” He is repped by Wme and Sloan, Offer, Weber and Dern.
The true-crime tale was...
Bravo gave “Dirty John” a two-season order in January. The scripted anthology series is based on the series of articles published by the Los Angeles Times’ last fall. Bana, in his U.S. television debut, will star as John Meehan, a handsome and romantic charmer who sweeps Debra Newell (Britton) off her feet and pulls her into his web of lies. The series chronicles the true story of how a romance with Meehan spiraled into secrets, denial and manipulation.
Bana starred in several TV shows in his native Australia, but is known for his film work in the U.S. He has starred in films like “Black Hawk Down,” “Hulk,” “Troy,” “Munich,” and “Star Trek.” He is repped by Wme and Sloan, Offer, Weber and Dern.
The true-crime tale was...
- 4/3/2018
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
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