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Skydance TV's president Matt Thunell will oversee a newly merged division called Paramount Television Studios, combining Skydance Television and Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios, following the pending closure of the Paramount-Skydance deal, with Thunell reporting to Dana Goldberg and replacing the ousted Chris McCarthy.
Paramount Studios successfully defended against a copyright lawsuit filed by the family of Ehud Yonay, whose 1983 magazine article inspired the original "Top Gun" film. The U.S. District Judge dismissed the case, stating that the sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick," was largely dissimilar to the original article. The family alleged that Paramount failed to renegotiate a new license before creating the film, but the judge found that the elements of "Maverick" did not overlap with Yonay's article. Despite the dismissal, the family's attorney plans to appeal the ruling to the 9th Circuit.
Chanel's recent fashion show at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles attracted Hollywood stars and celebrities, including Kristen Stewart, Marion Cotillard, Margot Robbie, Paris Hilton, and Sofia Richie Grainge. The event showcased L.A.-inspired looks and drew attention from paparazzi and social media influencers.
Rosalind Wiseman, the author of the book that inspired the 2004 hit movie Mean Girls, is considering legal action against Paramount Studios for allegedly withholding revenue. Wiseman claims she has not received any compensation since selling her film rights in 2002 for $400,000. She also criticized Tina Fey, who wrote the screenplay and starred in the movie, for not showing any support. Wiseman's lawyers want to audit Paramount's books, and she hopes to be compensated for her work that has "changed our culture and changed the zeitgeist."