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Ted Johnson
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Ted joined Deadline in 2020 and is based in Washington, D.C., where he covers politics, media and entertainment. He's reported on the intersection of politics and showbiz since 2006, as an editor and correspondent for Variety, as well as a contributor to publications such as Politico and as an on-air host for SiriusXM. He previously was a staff writer for the Los Angeles Times and TV Guide, and an editor at V Life. He is a graduate of Northwestern University and was born and raised in Minneapolis, a city that will always be home.
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Kamala Harris Makes Surprise Appearance On First Night Of Democratic National Convention
Vice President Kamala Harris made her first appearance at the Democratic National Convention, kicking off its primetime lineup with one of her signature lines, “When we fight, we win.”
There had been buzz on the floor that Harris would make an appearance, given the presence of the vice president’s…
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Democratic National Convention’s Heightened Security Means Triple-Checked Credentials, Long Lines And A Load Of Lanyards
On TV, the Democratic National Convention is being set up to be a flawless, well-produced and compelling primetime infotainment.
In person, just getting to the United Center, on the near west side of Chicago, is a logistical adventure, even for those who have long attended these…
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Taylor Swift: Rumors About A DNC Appearance? Shake It Off, It’s Not Happening
EXCLUSIVE: Despite the ardent wishes of politicians and pop fans, Taylor Swift will not be appearing at the Democratic National Convention this week.
"Everybody loves Taylor, but having her here would overshadow everything," a DNC insider tells Deadline of a drop-in by the “Shake It Off” singer…
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Mickey Guyton, Jason Isbell And James Taylor To Perform On Democratic National Convention’s First Night
Mickey Guyton, Jason Isbell and James Taylor will perform at the Democratic National Convention this evening.
Taylor practiced You’ve Got A Friend in the afternoon to a largely empty United Center arena. His rehearsal came about a half hour before President Joe Biden did a walk through of the stage…
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Reginald Hudlin Directed Kamala Harris Biopic To Precede VP Speech At DNC On Thursday
EXCLUSIVE: Vice President Kamala Harris has turned to an old friend and Hollywood veteran to help reintroduce her to the nation and the world at the Democratic National Convention this week.
Reginald Hudlin has directed the short film on Harris that will precede the VP taking to the stage on…
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Democratic National Convention Lineup For Monday: Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton, Karen Bass And AOC Among Speakers
The highlight of tonight’s Democratic National Convention will be a speech by President Joe Biden in what is expected to be an emotional moment following his decision to step aside.
First Lady Jill Biden also is expected to make remarks, and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton also is in the…
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Almin Karamehmedovic Named President Of ABC News
ABC News has tapped Almin Karamehmedovic, executive producer of its top rated World News Tonight, as its next president.
Karamehmedovic will report to Debra OConnell, president of Disney news group and networks.
He succeeds Kim Godwin, who departed earlier this year after a sometimes tumultuous…
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Democratic National Convention To Again Feature Celebrity Hosts
The Democratic National Convention will again feature celebrity hosts each night, taking a page from the all-virtual event held in 2020.
Tony Goldwyn will host on Monday night, Ana Navarro on Tuesday, Mindy Kaling on Wednesday and Kerry Washington on Thursday, according to a convention…
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‘This Is Upside Down World’: Fox News’ Bret Baier And Martha MacCallum Talk About Covering The Chaotic 2024 Race & The Rise Of Kamala Harris
Fox News was the most watched network for the Republican National Convention last month, drawing an overwhelming share of the viewers throughout the week, including an average of 9.43 million on the final night.
The question is whether the Democratic National Convention will be a far different story…
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Democratic National Convention: What To Expect During A Week Of Political Stars, Protests And Kamala Harris’ Big Moment
What’s remarkable about the 2024 Democratic National Convention, which starts Monday in Chicago, is how it has all the makings of a celebration, rather than a week of serious doubt.
That certainly wasn’t the case a month ago.
Then, as Donald Trump wrapped up the final night of the Republican…
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Kamala Harris’ Campaign Places $370 Million In TV And Digital Ad Reservations After Labor Day
Kamala Harris has placed $370 million in TV and digital reservations from Labor Day to Election Day, seeking to secure lower rates than last-minute buys.
The $170 million in TV buys include spots in battleground states on shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Abbott Elementary, Survivor and Golden Bachelorette…
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‘CBS Mornings’ To Add A Third Hour, With Debut Expected At End Of September
CBS Mornings plans to add a third hour, with the expectation that it will debut by the end of next month.
Executive producer Shawna Thomas wrote in a memo to staffers that the third hour is being developed for CBS-owned stations, with a simulcast on the streaming channel CBS News 24/7.
“Now, it…
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