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CHARLES & COLVARD ANNOUNCES NEW BRAND AMBASSADOR ACTRESS SKYLER SAMUELS

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Charles & Colvard announces its strategic partnership with actress Skyler Samuels as its new brand ambassador.

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  • Charles & Colvard announces its strategic partnership with actress Skyler Samuels as its new brand ambassador.
  • I am thrilled to find a brand that shares my affection for lab-grown diamonds and moissanite," said Skyler Samuels.
  • As Charles & Colvard's new brand ambassador, Samuels will be the new face of the Company's mission to create conflict-free, beautiful, and ethical fine jewelry.
  • "Skyler Samuels shares our passion for lab-grown gems and our appreciation for responsibly made fine jewelry, which makes her a natural fit to represent our brand," said Don O'Connell, President and CEO of Charles & Colvard.

LATV Launches New Series 'Royal T', Celebrating the Worldwide Trans and Non-Binary Community

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Monday, November 27, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continued push to elevate diverse programming, Latino Alternative Television (www.latv.com), the leading English-speaking Gen Z and Millennial Latino entertainment network in the nation, and the second-largest U.S Hispanic-focused digital network, will premiere "Royal T" on November 28. Hosted by Queen Victoria Ortega, the series is an inspiring, fun, and fierce half-hour talk show honoring excellence in the trans and non-binary community.

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  • Hosted by Queen Victoria Ortega, the series is an inspiring, fun, and fierce half-hour talk show honoring excellence in the trans and non-binary community.
  • "Royal T" is the latest big title series from LATV's LGBTQ+ content under the umbrella of the network's "LATV Queer" programming.
  • "I've always loved that we have the platform at LATV to create opportunities that allow us the privilege to work with these diverse communities," says Andres Palencia, CEO of LATV.
  • "Royal T" will blend Queen Victoria Ortega's brand of "get it done" service and community activism with her trademark spicy wit, broad knowledge, and connection to the trans and non-binary community.

New report shows tobacco imagery continues to influence youth vaping initiation through on-screen entertainment most popular among 15- to 24-year-olds

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

WASHINGTON, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With streaming entertainment options  growing in popularity and nearly every Best Picture nominee at the 2023 Academy Awards featuring smoking, a new report, released today, shows continued high levels of tobacco imagery across TV shows, movies, and music videos, even as peer-reviewed research shows on-screen exposure to these images makes young people three times more likely to start vaping nicotine. "Tobacco's Starring Role," Truth Initiative's fifth annual "While You Were Streaming" study of the most popular onscreen entertainment among 15- to 24-year-olds, found that 25 million young people were exposed to tobacco imagery on top television shows, along with 25 million through top box office movies. Smoking's insidious presence in entertainment media is cause for serious concern given more than 2.5 million high school and middle school students in the U.S. used e-cigarettes in 2022, according to the National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) with 46% of a high schoolers who vape doing so almost daily.

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  • "When young people see smoking imagery, they are three times more likely to start vaping nicotine themselves.
  • Key findings include:
    Of the 15 most popular streaming shows among 15- to 24-year-olds, 60% contained depictions of tobacco in 2021, a persistently high and unchanged number versus last year's report and regularly exposed 25 million young people to tobacco imagery.
  • Animated cartoon shows continue to feature tobacco imagery, even those rated for youth and popular to binge-watch among young people.
  • Of note, Fox's "Bob's Burgers" eliminated all tobacco imagery in its latest season, showing it is possible for these shows to take positive action.

What Is Lurking in Room 205?

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Friday, March 3, 2023

The Children's and Family Emmy® Awards-nominated series premieres on Friday, March 24.

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  • The Children's and Family Emmy® Awards-nominated series premieres on Friday, March 24.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230303005351/en/
    In season three of "Secrets of Sulphur Springs," a new ghost checks into room 205 and starts wreaking havoc around The Tremont.
  • After learning the evil presence will ruin their lives by 2024, the kids race to solve a tangled mystery in the past.
  • This could be the key to defeating the ghost in the present and saving the Dunns and the Campbells from a very bleak future.

Roll Into the Weekends With Disney Channel's New Series 'Saturdays,' Premiering Friday, March 24

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

Disney Branded Television announced today the launch of its newest Disney Channel series, "Saturdays," debuting on Friday, March 24.

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  • Disney Branded Television announced today the launch of its newest Disney Channel series, "Saturdays," debuting on Friday, March 24.
  • Both series will stream on Disney+ shortly after.
  • "Saturdays" is a single-cam, coming-of-age comedy that only takes place on the best day of the week … Saturday!
  • The series stars Preston Oliver ("This is Us") as Griffin Campbell, Kyliegh Curran ("Doctor Sleep") as Harper Dunn, Elle Graham ("Are You There God?

Anthony Preston/A2 Productions Taps Ultra Naté, Angelica Ross & the Who's-Who of LGBTQ+ Influencers for "FIERCE" Song, Video & Trans Awareness Campaign

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Saturday, February 18, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ultra Naté, chart topping Dance/EDM artist joins Angelica Ross (American Horror Story, Pose, Chicago on Broadway), and Mila Jam (Rent) to deliver a stunning vocal performance on the A2 Productions (Anthony Preston/Andre Lindal) (Kelly Clarkson, Britney Spears, Justin Bieber, etc.) written and produced dance/pop track "Fierce," released on February 14, 2023 (A2 Productions/Symphonic Distribution) – but that's only part of the story. The accompanying music video features a roll call of the biggest LGTBQ+ influencers, community leaders and allies (inc. Brandy, Kalen Allen, Sarah Kate Ellis, Muni Long, Gabrielle Union and Tina Knowles-Lawson) in a masterpiece visual directed by Frank Gatson (Beyoncé, Rhianna, En Vogue).

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  • written and produced dance/pop track "Fierce," released on February 14, 2023 (A2 Productions/Symphonic Distribution) – but that's only part of the story.
  • The accompanying music video features a roll call of the biggest LGTBQ+ influencers, community leaders and allies (inc.
  • Brandy, Kalen Allen, Sarah Kate Ellis, Muni Long, Gabrielle Union and Tina Knowles-Lawson) in a masterpiece visual directed by Frank Gatson (Beyoncé, Rhianna, En Vogue).
  • Music and entertainment, especially in the digital era, provide a powerful platform to connect with and inspire the world.

Paul Giamatti's Weight Loss and more: Celebrity Transformations Inspire Dieters - Dietandexerciseguides.com

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Friday, January 6, 2023

DUBLIN, Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dietandexerciseguides.com has compiled a list of inspiring accounts of celebrity weight loss. These celebrities have demonstrated that with hard work, dedication, and the right tools, it is possible to achieve significant weight loss and improve overall health and wellbeing. Their stories are sure to inspire and motivate others looking to make positive changes to their lifestyles.

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  • As diet season gets underway, people everywhere are seeking inspiration in these celebrity weight loss stories
    DUBLIN, Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dietandexerciseguides.com has compiled a list of inspiring accounts of celebrity weight loss.
  • Recently, the actor has received attention on social media for his weight loss.
  • As diet season gets underway, people everywhere are seeking inspiration in these celebrity weight loss stories.
  • For those just starting a weight loss journey or seeking inspiration to stay on track, these celebrity transformations offer motivation and guidance.

MANNY HALLEY PRODUCTION ANNOUNCES ORIGINAL TV SERIES, "ANGEL" AIRING ON PARAMOUNT/ VIACOM'S BET NETWORK ON JANUARY 5TH, 2023

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Thursday, January 5, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Manny Halley Production announced its latest partnership with Paramount/ VIACOM's BET PLUS to release its highly-acclaimed drama ANGEL; directed by Jamal Hill (Deuces, Lace A Holiday Chance) and written by Yolanda Halley and Manny Halley (A Holiday Chance, Wayward). The series stars Efrangeliz Medina, (American Horror Stories; Selena the Series), SIya (Deuces, Follow Me)  Mc Lyte (Queen of the South; Partners in Rhyme), Malcolm D Kelley, (Insecure, Dutch) , Elise Neal (The Black Hamptons), by Iyana Halley (Beast, This is Us) Olivea Morton (Percy Jackson and the Olympians) and Aiden Price (The Knife).

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Manny Halley Production announced its latest partnership with Paramount/ VIACOM's BET PLUS to release its highly-acclaimed drama ANGEL; directed by Jamal Hill (Deuces, Lace A Holiday Chance) and written by Yolanda Halley and Manny Halley (A Holiday Chance, Wayward).
  • ANGEL follows Efrangeliz Medina as the lead protagonist Angel, a teen who is determined to escape her abusive guardian Teresa played by Elise Neal.
  • With no money, nowhere to live and pursued by Detective Monroe played by Mc Lyte, Angel's only choice is to become a beast.
  • Check out the trailer here and be sure to tune in to BET to watch the first episode on January 5th, 2023.

MediaVillage's Editor & Chief Television and Content Critic Names Top 25 Programs of 2022

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

For the complete list of the veteran broadcast journalist's Top 25 Programs of 2022 -- on ABC, AMC+, Apple TV+, CBS, Disney+, Fox, FX/ Hulu, HBO, HBO Max, NBC/Peacock, Netflix, Paramount+ -- visit MediaVillage.com.  

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ed Martin, MediaVillage 's Editor and Chief Television and Content Critic, has chosen the 25 best programs of the year, that will be published on the media industry's go to business-to-business education and knowledge platform.
  • "It's hard to believe these annual Best of the Year lists used to be limited to ten programs," said Martin.
  • "I could easily add at least ten more outstanding shows from 2022 to these Top 25.
  • Excerpts of Ed Martin's commentary on his Top 13-25 programs of 2022 are below.

Lovesac and Disney+ Give Customers a Front Row Seat to Salem for Hocus Pocus 2

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lovesac, the omni-channel home brand best known for its Sactionals, The World's Most Adaptable Couch, comfortable Sacs, and innovative StealthTech Sound + Charge System, celebrates the highly anticipated release of Hocus Pocus 2 with a robust campaign aimed at helping consumers more comfortably stream from home. The Halloween classic will stream exclusively on Disney+ starting September 30th (Disney+ subscription required, must be 18+ to subscribe) and a long-term Lovesac collaboration will help consumers grab a front-row seat to their favorite Disney+ debuts all year long.

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  • For all sweepstakes information and to explore your chance at winning a Front Row Seat to Salem with Lovesac, consumers can visit www.watchwithyourwitches.com .
  • "Collaborating with Disney's Hocus Pocus 2 has allowed our core differentiator to shine through - we elevate and integrate living room streaming experiences," said Lovesac Founder and CEO, Shawn Nelson.
  • Paired with immersive 5.1 surround sound, Lovesac customers will surely experience the excitement of the return to Salem.
  • "The Lovesac and Hocus Pocus 2 integration brings high definition movie theater experiences into the comfort of our customer's homes," said Lovesac President & Chief Operating Officer, Mary Fox.