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business29 days ago•13 min saved

Disney Consolidates Streaming Leadership Under Adam Smith as Joe Earley Shifts to TV Strategy

Disney has restructured its direct-to-consumer (DTC) division, appointing Adam Smith as the sole Chairman of DTC and moving Joe Earley to a new role in television. This consolidation follows a six-month period of co-leadership and aligns with CEO Josh D'Amaro's strategy to make Disney+ the central hub for the company's entertainment ecosystem. The changes also include Eric Schrier stepping down from his DTC role to pursue a producing deal, reflecting a broader push for operational efficiency and productivity across the company.

via Deadline|

#adam-smith #business #dana-walden

business1 month ago•15 min saved

Disney TV Leadership Shakeup: Schrier Exits Exec Role for Producing Deal, Smith Takes DTC Helm

Eric Schrier is stepping down as President of Direct-to-Consumer International Originals to launch a production company under a new deal with Disney Entertainment Television. This move coincides with a broader leadership restructuring where Adam Smith becomes Chairman of Direct-to-Consumer and Joe Earley shifts to President of Television Franchise and Content Strategy.

via Deadline|

#adam-smith #business #debra-oconnell

politics3 months ago•19 min saved

Pressure and threats steer Smith on Israel aid vote

Rep. Adam Smith, the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, says he voted to strip $3.3 billion in Israel aid after a violent and relentless intimidation campaign by far-left activists, including vandalism at his home, a driveway fire, disrupted town halls and an assaulted staffer; he argues the vote was aimed at pressuring the Netanyahu government to change its actions, though he still supports Israel and urges civil discourse over intimidation.

via Jewish Insider|

#adam-smith #congressional-vote #far-left

gaming2 years ago•3 min saved

Larian Unenthusiastic About Baldur's Gate 4, Admits to Crunch in BG3 Development

Larian Studios' narrative director Adam Smith revealed that the team explored ideas for Baldur's Gate 4 but found them uninspiring, leading to the decision not to pursue the project. The studio also scrapped plans for Baldur's Gate 3 DLC due to a lack of passion from the team, emphasizing their commitment to only creating content they are genuinely excited about.

via Gamesradar|

#adam-smith #baldurs-gate-3 #game-development

gaming2 years ago•3 min saved

"Players Often Kill Beloved Baldur's Gate 3 Character, Says Lead Writer"

Baldur's Gate 3 Lead Writer Adam Smith is saddened that players often choose to kill his favorite character, Minthara, in Act 1, missing out on her depth and vulnerability. Smith emphasizes that every choice in the game significantly impacts the story and encourages players to explore different character backgrounds.

via FandomWire|

#adam-smith #baldurs-gate-3 #character-choices

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Congressman's Home Vandalized in Call for Gaza Cease-Fire"

Congressman Adam Smith's home in Bellevue, Washington, was vandalized with a pro-cease-fire message spray-painted on the garage door by individuals advocating for a cease-fire in the Gaza Strip. The Bellevue police are collaborating with the U.S. Capitol Police to investigate the incident. Smith, who has spoken about the conflict between Israel and Hamas, urged people to reject the rise in political violence and extremism. Lawmakers and politicians have faced criticism over U.S. support for Israel and the civilian casualties in the conflict.

via The Washington Post|

#adam-smith #extremism #gaza-cease-fire

entertainment3 years ago•1 min saved

Billy Porter and Husband Adam Smith End 6-Year Marriage

Actor Billy Porter and his husband, Adam Smith, have decided to end their marriage after being together for over six years. The split was described as a mutual decision made after careful consideration, and both parties will continue to support each other. The couple initially dated in 2009, broke up, and then rekindled their relationship in 2015. They got married in 2017, with Billy expressing how significant it was for him as a gay man.

via TMZ|

#adam-smith #billy-porter #entertainment