CBS has firmed up its unscripted and specials oversight as Jack Sussman, the Eye net’s exec VP of specials, music, live events and alternative programming, departs next month. Mitch Graham, who has been running unscripted under Sussman, will continue to do so, while Mackenzie Mitchell will head up specials as VP of that division.
Graham will now report directly to CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach, while Mitchell will report to both Reisenbach and Bruce Gillmer, the president of music, music talent, programming and events at Paramount and the chief content officer, music, at Paramount +.
Reisenbach revealed the new structure in a memo set to go out to staffers on Wednesday afternoon. As part of the change, the specials/alternative group will collectively report to Graham and Mitchell depending on the project.
“This is a storied department and I know both Mackenzie and Mitch will lead the team with distinction,...
Graham will now report directly to CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach, while Mitchell will report to both Reisenbach and Bruce Gillmer, the president of music, music talent, programming and events at Paramount and the chief content officer, music, at Paramount +.
Reisenbach revealed the new structure in a memo set to go out to staffers on Wednesday afternoon. As part of the change, the specials/alternative group will collectively report to Graham and Mitchell depending on the project.
“This is a storied department and I know both Mackenzie and Mitch will lead the team with distinction,...
- 1/10/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
CBS has unveiled its new structure for unscripted and specials following the departure of Jack Sussman.
Deadline revealed earlier this morning that Sussman, who was EVP, Specials, Music, Live Events and Alternative Programming, CBS Entertainment, is stepping down.
In his place, Mitch Graham, as EVP, Alternative, will oversee unscripted and Mackenzie Mitchell will lead its specials team.
Graham, who has overseen the alternative division since 2020, will now report to CBS Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach, and Mitchell, who is VP, Specials, will report to both Reisenbach and Bruce Gillmer, President, Music, Music Talent, Programming and Events, Paramount and Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount +.
Reisenbach laid out the new structure in an internal memo, which you can read below.
She called Sussman a “legend and a friend”.
Amy Reisenbach Note:
Dear Team,
I want to echo what George said in his email earlier today. All of us, and especially me, have been...
Deadline revealed earlier this morning that Sussman, who was EVP, Specials, Music, Live Events and Alternative Programming, CBS Entertainment, is stepping down.
In his place, Mitch Graham, as EVP, Alternative, will oversee unscripted and Mackenzie Mitchell will lead its specials team.
Graham, who has overseen the alternative division since 2020, will now report to CBS Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach, and Mitchell, who is VP, Specials, will report to both Reisenbach and Bruce Gillmer, President, Music, Music Talent, Programming and Events, Paramount and Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount +.
Reisenbach laid out the new structure in an internal memo, which you can read below.
She called Sussman a “legend and a friend”.
Amy Reisenbach Note:
Dear Team,
I want to echo what George said in his email earlier today. All of us, and especially me, have been...
- 1/10/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Jack Sussman is exiting CBS after more than 25 years. The exec, who first joined CBS in 1998 as head of CBS Specials, has served as executive vice president of specials, music and live events at CBS Entertainment since March 2006, adding responsibility for all alternative programming in 2020. He won’t be straying too far from the Eye network, however: Moving forward, Sussman will segue into a role as an EP for The Tony Awards and The Kennedy Center Honors starting in 2024.
Sussman will depart following the upcoming Grammy Awards.
“I’m ready,” Sussman said in a memo to staffers. “For two important reasons. First, I’m returning to my roots. I get to close out my career how I started in this business – producing. Working with talented artists and other creative producers has always been the best part of the job and now I will get to do that full time… I...
Sussman will depart following the upcoming Grammy Awards.
“I’m ready,” Sussman said in a memo to staffers. “For two important reasons. First, I’m returning to my roots. I get to close out my career how I started in this business – producing. Working with talented artists and other creative producers has always been the best part of the job and now I will get to do that full time… I...
- 1/10/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Jack Sussman is leaving CBS after 25 years.
Sussman, EVP, Specials, Music, Live Events and Alternative Programming, CBS Entertainment, is stepping down but will remain in business with the network as an exec producer of both The Tony Awards and The Kennedy Center Honors.
He informed colleagues of his departure moments ago in an internal memo (which you can read below). George Cheeks, President and CEO, CBS and Chief Content Officer, News and Sports, Paramount+, called Sussman a “legendary” exec in his note to staff (which you can also see below).
Sussman has overseen CBS specials since 1998, when he joined the company as VP from Lat Am movie channel Cinecanal. He was promoted to SVP, Specials in 2000.
He was subsequently promoted to EVP, Specials, Music and Live Events in 2006 before adding responsibility for alternative programming in 2020 as part of a restructure following the departure of Sharon Vuong. He reported to Amy Reisenbach,...
Sussman, EVP, Specials, Music, Live Events and Alternative Programming, CBS Entertainment, is stepping down but will remain in business with the network as an exec producer of both The Tony Awards and The Kennedy Center Honors.
He informed colleagues of his departure moments ago in an internal memo (which you can read below). George Cheeks, President and CEO, CBS and Chief Content Officer, News and Sports, Paramount+, called Sussman a “legendary” exec in his note to staff (which you can also see below).
Sussman has overseen CBS specials since 1998, when he joined the company as VP from Lat Am movie channel Cinecanal. He was promoted to SVP, Specials in 2000.
He was subsequently promoted to EVP, Specials, Music and Live Events in 2006 before adding responsibility for alternative programming in 2020 as part of a restructure following the departure of Sharon Vuong. He reported to Amy Reisenbach,...
- 1/10/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
CBS is bringing back the A Home for the Holidays special for the 25th year and Katharine McPhee is serving as the host for the latest edition!
The special will feature uplifting stories of adoption from foster care. For the last quarter century, the award-winning special has shined a light on the thousands of American children in foster care and has inspired tens of thousands of adoptions, moving these children into loving forever families.
This year, in honor of the silver anniversary, the show revisits some of the amazing families featured in years past.
Head inside to see the list of performers…
The show will feature performances from:
Katharine McPhee and husband David Foster
Lauren Daigle
Gavin DeGraw
Pentatonix
CeCe Winans
Tune in at 8pm Et/Pt on CBS on Friday (December 22)!
Fyi: Katharine is wearing a Marmar Halim Couture gown.
The special will feature uplifting stories of adoption from foster care. For the last quarter century, the award-winning special has shined a light on the thousands of American children in foster care and has inspired tens of thousands of adoptions, moving these children into loving forever families.
This year, in honor of the silver anniversary, the show revisits some of the amazing families featured in years past.
Head inside to see the list of performers…
The show will feature performances from:
Katharine McPhee and husband David Foster
Lauren Daigle
Gavin DeGraw
Pentatonix
CeCe Winans
Tune in at 8pm Et/Pt on CBS on Friday (December 22)!
Fyi: Katharine is wearing a Marmar Halim Couture gown.
- 12/22/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
It’s the holiday season, everyone! And that applies for whenever you end up reading this because, as we all know, holiday cheer is a state of mind as much as it is date on the calendar.
Speaking of calendar dates though, there are many Christmas movies and TV specials to enjoy throughout November and December in 2023. Whether it’s via cable or streaming, television has a jam-packed schedule to keep you in the Christmas spirit. Here we’ve gathered all of those Christmas movie and TV special options that we can find in a helpful day-by-day format. Read on to find out when your favorite holiday specials will be airing or streaming and learn how to find some new favorites!
A note: If You’Re Looking For Hallmark Movies, please check out Hallmark Channel’s official schedule for every Christmas movie Hallmark has to offer during the 2023 holiday season.
Speaking of calendar dates though, there are many Christmas movies and TV specials to enjoy throughout November and December in 2023. Whether it’s via cable or streaming, television has a jam-packed schedule to keep you in the Christmas spirit. Here we’ve gathered all of those Christmas movie and TV special options that we can find in a helpful day-by-day format. Read on to find out when your favorite holiday specials will be airing or streaming and learn how to find some new favorites!
A note: If You’Re Looking For Hallmark Movies, please check out Hallmark Channel’s official schedule for every Christmas movie Hallmark has to offer during the 2023 holiday season.
- 12/18/2023
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Find out everything you need to know about the episode of The 25th Annual A Home for the Holidays, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
The 25th Annual A Home for the Holidays Preview
In this episode of “The 25th Annual A Home for the Holidays,” set to air on CBS at 8:00 Pm on December 22, 2023, viewers are in for an emotionally uplifting experience filled with heartwarming stories of adoption from foster care. The episode is set to take place at The Bram Goldsmith Theater at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles, creating a poignant backdrop for the tales of love, resilience, and the transformative power of family.
Guiding audiences through this special event is the talented Katharine McPhee, who takes on the role of the host for the evening. Known for her exceptional vocal prowess and charismatic stage presence,...
The 25th Annual A Home for the Holidays Preview
In this episode of “The 25th Annual A Home for the Holidays,” set to air on CBS at 8:00 Pm on December 22, 2023, viewers are in for an emotionally uplifting experience filled with heartwarming stories of adoption from foster care. The episode is set to take place at The Bram Goldsmith Theater at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles, creating a poignant backdrop for the tales of love, resilience, and the transformative power of family.
Guiding audiences through this special event is the talented Katharine McPhee, who takes on the role of the host for the evening. Known for her exceptional vocal prowess and charismatic stage presence,...
- 12/15/2023
- by News
- TV Regular
This Friday at 8:00 Pm on CBS, audiences are in for an emotionally charged and heartwarming experience with “The 25th Annual A Home for the Holidays.” Hosted by the talented Katharine McPhee, the program brings forth uplifting stories of adoption from foster care, each narrative enhanced with powerful performances by top artists.
Broadcasted from The Bram Goldsmith Theater at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles, the show not only showcases the transformative impact of adoption but also celebrates the spirit of love, resilience, and the joy of finding a home. With musical performances interwoven with real-life stories, “A Home for the Holidays” offers a touching portrayal of the profound connections formed through adoption.
For viewers seeking a blend of inspiration and entertainment, “The 25th Annual A Home for the Holidays” at 8:00 Pm on Friday is a must-watch. Tune in to CBS for an evening of moving narratives,...
Broadcasted from The Bram Goldsmith Theater at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles, the show not only showcases the transformative impact of adoption but also celebrates the spirit of love, resilience, and the joy of finding a home. With musical performances interwoven with real-life stories, “A Home for the Holidays” offers a touching portrayal of the profound connections formed through adoption.
For viewers seeking a blend of inspiration and entertainment, “The 25th Annual A Home for the Holidays” at 8:00 Pm on Friday is a must-watch. Tune in to CBS for an evening of moving narratives,...
- 12/15/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
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