USA Network To Dramatically Expand 'Characters Unite' Campaign
by Charlie Piane
- May 12, 2010
Following the successful inaugural year of CHARACTERS UNITE, the community affairs campaign to combat prejudice and discrimination, USA Network is dramatically expanding the initiative in 2010 to include themed original programming, MVPD (multichannel video programming distributor) sponsorship opportunities, more expansive digital content, and grassroots community events. The announcement was made today at The 2010 Cable Show in Los Angeles by Bonnie Hammer, president, NBC Universal Cable Entertainment and Universal Cable Productions.
Al Pacino to Receive AFI Life Achievement Award
by BWW News Desk
- Oct 20, 2006
Eight-time Oscar-nominee and two-time Tony Award-winner Al Pacino has been selected by the American Film Institute's (AFI) Board of Trustees to receive the 35th AFI Life Achievement Award, the highest honor for a career in film, it was announced today by Sir Howard Stringer, chair of the AFI Board of Trustees