Gene Maddaus is a Senior Media Reporter at Variety. He covers a range of topics including movies, TV, crime, and legal affairs, with a focus on the intersections of publishing, media, and government. Gene has been featured in numerous outlets such as Yahoo News, CTV News, and the Toronto Sun.
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Gene's primary focus is on the entertainment industry, with a significant emphasis on legal and government-related aspects such as lawsuits, labor disputes, and government announcements. His coverage also includes high-profile cases of alleged misconduct within the industry.
Pitching to Gene should be tailored to his coverage of legal issues in the entertainment industry or high-profile controversies. Experts familiar with Hollywood law and regulations, as well as individuals knowledgeable about labor disputes in the film industry would likely attract his attention. Additionally, sources who can provide insights into specific ongoing cases or wider trends related to sexual assault allegations within Hollywood may find success when reaching out to him.
While Gene does not have a specific geographic focus mentioned, it is important for potential sources to keep abreast of developments within Hollywood and its associated legal landscape irrespective of location.
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Kanye West was accused of saying that Kim Kardashian has 'Jewish masters,'in the latest in a string of lawsuits from ex-employees.
Writers on shows like 'Frontline' and 'NOVA' have voted to authorize a strike if a new contract cannot be agreed by midnight Thursday.
By: Gene Maddaus
A committee of the Louisiana Senate voted on Tuesday to retain the state's tax incentive for film production, while reducing the cap on the program from $150 million to $125 million.
By: Gene Maddaus
“ Rust ” is set to debut on Wednesday at the Camerimage Festival in Poland, three years after cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was accidentally shot and killed during production in New Mexico.
By: Gene Maddaus
America's culture wars are not usually waged at the Federal Communications Commission
Jonathan Majors' ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, dropped a federal lawsuit she filed against the actor in March for assault and defamation.
Jonathan Majors' ex-girlfriend dismissed a federal lawsuit against him on Thursday, in which she had accused the actor of assault and defamation.
By: Gene Maddaus
Writers on “Frontline,” “American Experience,” “NOVA” and other PBS shows have averted a strike after reaching a deal with three affiliates.
By: Gene Maddaus
Writers on PBS shows like 'Frontline' and 'American Experience' have reached a deal to avert a strike.
By: Gene Maddaus
Louisiana will preserve its tax incentive for film and TV production, with a $25 million cut, under a budget deal reached by lawmakers.
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