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Exclusive: British producer Honeybird Studios has unveiled a roster of creative partners it plans to work with to retain IP.

Those working with the Newcastle-based producer comprises UK’s Strongest Man maker FilmNova, Ninja Warrior line producer Ats, London’s Gramafilm, Andrew Cole Bulgin’s Tinkled Pink, former eOne UK casting exec Claudia Gueretta and Toronto formats producer Ready Everybody.

The plan is to develop and produce unscripted formats that will be co-owned between Honeybird and the respective partner, with their separate strengths combining to make stronger creative propositions and cross-genre collabs. Unscripted producers around the world have been seeking creative solutions to myriad funding issues, as networks in most countries hold back on spend and squeeze the middle of the market.

Former Whizz Kid Entertainment Managing Director Lisa Chapman launched Honeybird in 2023 and became its CEO, teaming with Managing Directors Derek Drennan and Stew Batt to create a production...

Last week in Episode 4 of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17, a Los Angeles drag queen named Joella was eliminated after failing to impress RuPaul Charles despite wearing her face on the back of a quilted mattress on the runway. On the flip side, a challenge win for Onya Nurve got on everyone’s nerves because it underscored that the competition is about bringing “the full package,” not just looks. Joining RuPaul at the dais as judges for a “Tickled Pink” runway and a live sketch comedy challenge this week were Michelle Visage, Ross Mathews, and special guest Paul W. Downs.

The 12 contestants still in the running to be named “America’s Next Drag Superstar” are: Acacia Forgot, Arrietty, Crystal Envy, Hormona Lisa, Jewels Sparkles, Kori King, Lana Ja’Rae, Lexi Love, Lydia B Kollins, Onya Nurve, Sam Star, and Suzie Toot.

Here is our breakdown of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17, Episode 5, titled “Rdr Live!

On Sunday January 19 2025, HGTV broadcasts Home Town!

Tickled Pink Season 8 Episode 7 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Home Town,” titled “Tickled Pink,” promises to deliver a delightful mix of humor and home design. In this episode, Erin and Ben Napier will assist an unusual duo in their quest for the perfect home. The pair consists of an aunt and her great niece, who have very different ideas about what their dream space should look like.

Viewers can expect plenty of entertaining moments as the aunt and great niece navigate their differing opinions. While one might lean towards a classic style, the other may favor something more modern and bold. This contrast is bound to create some fun and challenging situations for Erin as she works to find common ground between their tastes.

Ben and Erin will showcase two distinct homes, each with its own unique charm. As they tour these properties,...

Get ready for an entertaining and heartwarming episode of “Home Town” on HGTV, airing at 8:00 Pm on Sunday, February 25th, 2024. In Season 8 Episode 7 titled “Tickled Pink,” viewers are in for a treat as they follow along with Erin and Ben Napier as they help an aunt and her great niece find their mutual dream home.

Erin’s favorite odd couple proves to be a delightful challenge as they embark on their home-buying journey. With conflicting preferences and tastes, the aunt and her great niece struggle to agree on anything. However, Ben and Erin are determined to find them the perfect home that meets both of their needs and desires.

In this episode, viewers can expect to see Ben and Erin showcasing two potential homes to the pair. But the real challenge lies in Erin’s task of determining the color story for this contrary duo. With her keen eye...

Exclusive: The Queen’s Gambit co-creator Allan Scott has set his next project, the crossover drama from Millionaire Matchmaker star Patti Stanger and Kissing Booth producer Andrew Cole-Bulgin.

The as-yet-untitled scripted project, which isn’t attached to a network yet, will follow a young dating expert from a Jewish family of matchmakers navigating her way through 1970s New York City and New Jersey, as she seeks to turn her family trade into an empire.

Along with Sam Barlow project Minsky, the series represents one of the first major shows for Scott since he wrapped on Netflix smash The Queen’s Gambit, which he co-created with Scott Frank.

The Anya Taylor-Joy-starring hit took Scott and Frank 30 years to get commissioned but was one of the streamer’s most-watched of 2020, a successful gamble taken by Netflix’s UK-based scripted boss Anne Mensah.

Scott, who was BAFTA nominated for 1997’s Regeneration and is a former whisky executive,...