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At Long Last, Conan Takes Command

It’s been three months since Conan O’Brien hosted his last “Late Night.” While he’s been off the air, he’s hardly been out of the spotlight. Following the lead of predecessor Jay Leno, Mr. O’Brien spent a big chunk of his late-night interregnum touring...

Published Sat, May 30 2009 7:03 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, Print Edition, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show

Conan's 'Late Night' Theme Being Adapted for 'Tonight'

The new theme song for "The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien" will have a familiar ring to it. That's because Mr. O'Brien and executive producer Jeff Ross have opted to use a reworked version of Mr. O'Brien's 16-year-old "Late...

Published Tue, May 26 2009 1:19 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show

NBCU’s Ben Silverman on Upfront, Automakers

The bad economy doesn't mean the upfront TV advertising market will collapse, according to NBCU Universal boss Ben Silverman. "If you're going to get out of a recession, you need to sell stuff," the co-chairman at NBC Entertainment and...

Published Fri, Apr 10 2009 7:29 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, Advertising, NBC, Jay Leno, Ben Silverman, Conan O'Brien, Upfront, Andy Richter

NBC Turns to Conan, Leno for Upfront

NBC is betting laughter is the best medicine when it comes to beating the upfront blues. Since the network once again is skipping a traditional upfront week presentation to advertisers, it's decided to assemble its top comedic talent—including Conan...

Published Thu, Apr 9 2009 10:00 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, The Office, Jay Leno, Jimmy Fallon, 30 Rock, Conan O'Brien, Upfront, Jerry Seinfeld, Seth Meyers, Rainn Wilson, Roots

NBC Wants to Keep Daly on ‘Last Call’

NBC has begun conversations aimed at keeping Carson Daly on board as host of the network’s late-late-night franchise “Last Call.” Mr. Daly’s current deal with the network expires in August. Some television industry insiders had wondered whether NBC would...

Published Sun, Feb 15 2009 10:00 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, Print Edition, Conan O'Brien, Carson Daly, Last Call

NBC Prepping Super Bowl Promo Punch

While paid ads will get most of the attention during NBC’s telecast of the Super Bowl on Sunday, network parent NBC Universal is hoping to steal its share of the big day’s big buzz with a well-orchestrated promotional blitz that will focus on virtually...

Published Sun, Jan 25 2009 10:18 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, The Office, Jay Leno, Chuck, Print Edition, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show, Heroes, Kings, Super Bowl, Medium, 3-D, Southland, John Miller

Conan to Depart 'Late Night' a Bit Early

Conan O'Brien is quitting "Late Night" a bit earlier than thought. Mr. O'Brien's final 12:35 a.m. broadcast will come on Feb. 20. His replacement, Jimmy Fallon, is still scheduled to premiere March 2. There had been talk that Mr...

Published Thu, Jan 15 2009 4:21 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, TCA, NBC, Jimmy Fallon, Conan O'Brien, The Late Show

Adalian Column: Polishing Up the Crystal Ball

I should know better. A year ago at this time, while working for Daily Variety, I joined my colleague Michael Schneider in coming up with a list of eight predictions for 2008. Among our in-print forecasts: The Olympics would be a pop-culture bust, fans...

Published Wed, Dec 31 2008 6:50 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, DTV, CBS, NBC, The CW, Print Edition, Conan O'Brien, Guiding Light, Big Brother, Friday Night Lights, Reality, Warner Bros., Oprah Winfrey

O’Brien ‘Thrilled’ Leno Is Staying at NBC

Conan O’Brien Tuesday welcomed the news of Jay Leno’s decision to host a 10 p.m. show for NBC, calling it a “happy ending.” “I've known about this for a while,” Mr. O’Brien said Tuesday during a taping of his current NBC late-night show. “I've...

Published Tue, Dec 9 2008 6:26 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien, Late Night TV, Tonight Show

Leno Excited to Face Future

Now that the what-will-he-do drama is over, Jay Leno seems eager to begin the next chapter in his TV career. In an exclusive interview with TelevisionWeek Monday night, just hours before NBC made his new deal official, Mr. Leno seemed even more relaxed...

Published Tue, Dec 9 2008 6:22 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien, Late Night TV, Tonight Show

‘Jay Leno Show’ Takes Competitive Pressure Off, Graboff Says

The host of “The Jay Leno Show” doesn’t expect to beat first-run versions of the scripted drama it will compete with at 10 p.m. weeknights starting in fall 2009. He doesn’t have to, said Marc Graboff, co-chairman of NBC Entertainment and Universal Media...

Published Tue, Dec 9 2008 1:48 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, Ben Silverman, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show, Marc Graboff, The Jay Leno Show

Leno's Move to 10 p.m. Could Set Off Prime-Time Domino Effect

NBC's groundbreaking deal to move Jay Leno to 10 p.m. weeknights promises to radically alter the rules of prime time, even as it promises significant ramifications for numerous other aspects of the TV business. Already reeling from NBC's Monday...

Published Tue, Dec 9 2008 9:45 AM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien

NBC Gives Leno 10 p.m. Weeknight Slot Starting in Fall ’09

NBC has found a way to keep Jay Leno in the Peacock fold, signing the comic to host a Monday-through-Friday comedy/talk show at 10 p.m. starting in fall 2009. That’s the word from industry insiders who’ve been briefed on the plan, which is expected to...

Published Mon, Dec 8 2008 6:42 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien

Leno's Last 'Tonight': May 29

Jay Leno will sign off as host of "The Tonight Show" on May 29, with Conan O'Brien taking over the storied franchise on Monday, June 1. NBC Entertainment Co-Chairs Ben Silverman and Marc Graboff made the announcement Monday morning during...

Published Mon, Jul 21 2008 2:29 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, TCA, NBC, Jay Leno, Jimmy Fallon, Ben Silverman, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show, Marc Graboff

Leno's NBC Era to End in Late May, Early June; Tune in Monday for Details

NBC on Monday will announce the exact timetable for Jay Leno to hand over the host's chair on "The Tonight Show" to Conan O'Brien, several people with knowledge of the plan said over the weekend. It's very likely Mr. Leno will host...

Published Mon, Jul 21 2008 1:42 AM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, Late Night, Jimmy Fallon, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show

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