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Rick Porter
Television Business Editor
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Rick Porter joined The Hollywood Reporter in 2018 and covers TV ratings and measurement, deals, renewals and cancellations and other aspects of the business. He was previously editor of TV by the Numbers and associate editor at Tribune Media's Zap2it.
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It’s Not You, It’s WB: A Brief History of Warners’ 21st Century Mergers and Breakups
The pending split of Warner Bros. Discovery will be the third undone merger for the media giant since 2009.
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Hollywood Flashback: The Moment ‘SNL’ Started Sweeping the Guest Acting Awards
In 2009, hosts and guest performers on ‘Saturday Night Live’ became eligible to submit as guest actor or actress in a comedy series, and the record-breaking sketch show immediately began adding to its awards haul.
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‘Etoile’ Canceled at Amazon After One Season — Despite Two-Season Order
Prime Video opts out of the back half of its initial commitment.
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‘Alert: Missing Persons Unit,’ ‘The Cleaning Lady’ Canceled at Fox
The two series were among the least-watched dramas on the big four broadcasters this season.
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TV Ratings: All 112 Shows That Averaged 5 Million or More Viewers in 2024-25
From ‘Squid Game’ to ‘The Masked Singer,' a close look at Nielsen’s 35-day, cross-platform ratings for the latest TV season.
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Streaming Ratings: ‘Poker Face’ Rejoins Top 10 Originals With Season 2 Debut
Netflix’s ‘The Four Seasons’ moves into the No. 1 overall spot.
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George Clooney-Produced Ohio State Abuse Doc Gets Date, Trailer From HBO
Emmy and Oscar winner Eva Orner directed ‘Surviving Ohio State.’
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‘Paradise’ Adds Raymond Cham Jr. to Season 2 Cast (Exclusive)
The Hulu series is currently in production on its second installment.
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‘Jeopardy!,’ ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Set Streaming Deals at Hulu and Peacock
Sony’s long-running game shows will stream the day after their syndicated airings starting in fall 2025.
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‘Carrie’ Series at Prime Video Sets Main Cast
Summer Howell and Samantha Sloyan will lead the drama from Mike Flanagan; eight other actors have also signed on.
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TV Premiere Dates 2025: The Complete Guide
A comprehensive list of debut dates on streaming, broadcast and cable, updated frequently.
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‘All American’ Renewed for Final Season, Closing an Era at The CW
The show will end with its eighth season at the network.
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