Charli D'Amelio must have one of the fastest arcs to stardom of all time, rocketing to 100 million followers as the top TikTok user, and now getting a series on Hulu with her sister Dixie (also a TikTok star of note), and their parents Heidi and Marc. “The D’Amelio Show” will air on Hulu in 2021 as an eight-episode docuseries that follows “the first family of TikTok” as they … [Read more...] about #1 TikTok Star Charli D’Amelio and Family Get Hulu Series
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Bad Boys Ride Together, Die Together, and License Merch Together
Is it really possible that it's only now, 25 years after the first Bad Boys movie dropped, that one can actually buy Bad Boys' merch? Apparently so, and shoppers have only the week before Christmas to get their hands on the Will Smith/Martin Lawrence-themed clothing line at an online pop-up shop, the badboysmoviestore.com. In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the first … [Read more...] about Bad Boys Ride Together, Die Together, and License Merch Together
Four Crunchyroll Anime Series That Are ‘Purrfect’ for Licensing
The specialist Anime streamer Crunchyroll is offering up four almost unbearably cute series for licensing opportunities outside of Asia, most of them involving cats and kittens with a decidedly Hello Kitty vibe. TAMA of the 3rd District is a popular anime for kids that has been around since 1983, and follows the life and adventures of a cat named Tama and his collection of … [Read more...] about Four Crunchyroll Anime Series That Are ‘Purrfect’ for Licensing
Spotify Crowns Its Year With Royal Podcast Deal
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Photo by Mark Jones The audio streaming leader Spotify has literally placed a crown on the year 2020, as its burgeoning podcast business signed a multi-year partnership with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. The royal couple recently formed Archewell Audio, and that company will now produce regular podcasts … [Read more...] about Spotify Crowns Its Year With Royal Podcast Deal
Bruce Lee and Me: Apparel that Honors the Past While Making a Better Future
Guest Column by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Aristotle said that a friend is a single soul dwelling in two bodies. Bruce Lee and I were friends like that but, man, our two bodies couldn’t have been more different. Bruce was a 5’8” Chinese-American martial artist and I was a 7’2” African-American basketball player. There were other differences: he was raised in Hong Kong, I was raised in … [Read more...] about Bruce Lee and Me: Apparel that Honors the Past While Making a Better Future
Roku Scores Warner Bros. License Just in Time for Christmas Blockbusters
The streaming box leader Roku and WarnerMedia announced this week a key agreement to bring HBO Max to millions of Roku devices. Starting on Dec. 17, Roku users could begin downloading HBO Max from the Roku channel store, and subscribe directly on their Roku device to access all of HBO Max, which includes 10,000 hours of curated premium storytelling from the iconic brands of … [Read more...] about Roku Scores Warner Bros. License Just in Time for Christmas Blockbusters
Logo Brands Hits a Homer With MLB Agreement
Logo Brands, Inc. has entered into a new licensing agreement with Major League Baseball, granting the company rights to manufacture, produce and distribute MLB-branded throws, pillows and coozies to all retail channels. Logo Brands will make MLB merchandise available through Walmart, Target, Dick's Sporting Goods, Academy Sports, Bed Bath & Beyond, Fanatics and many other … [Read more...] about Logo Brands Hits a Homer With MLB Agreement
Plaster Partners Signs Instagram Fitness Influencer Isaac Boots
Plaster Partners, the lifestyle agency founded by Michael Catalano and Brittany Straede, has announced the signing of Instagram fitness star Isaac Boots for exclusive management. Boots, whose real name is Isaac Calpito, is a celebrity trainer and choreographer who was dubbed the “breakout star of virtual fitness” by The New York Times earlier this year. Calpito has an … [Read more...] about Plaster Partners Signs Instagram Fitness Influencer Isaac Boots
Weekly Wrap-up: Deals Penned for Ja Rule, Michael Crichton, Maya the Bee, Nintendo and CoComelon
Deal Will See New Content Produced From Michael Crichton Novels The late author Michael Crichton wasn't just a science fiction visionary; he became a one-man licensing powerhouse after novels like Jurassic Park and Westworld became hits in film and on television. More than 20 film and TV adaptations have been produced from Michael Crichton novels, including five Jurassic Park … [Read more...] about Weekly Wrap-up: Deals Penned for Ja Rule, Michael Crichton, Maya the Bee, Nintendo and CoComelon
Who’s News: Big Moves at Henson, Sony, iHeart Media
Sony/ATV Music Publishing Selects New President for Global Digital Sony looked internally to fill the position of President, Global Digital, promoting Antony Bebawi to the position, reporting directly to Sony/ATV Chairman and CEO Jon Platt. Throughout his career at Sony/ATV, Antony has spearheaded pivotal digital initiatives and led the negotiation of key deals with the major … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Big Moves at Henson, Sony, iHeart Media