The world’s fiercest competition, Exatlón Estados Unidos, returns to Telemundo in 2022 with a new and electrifying season premiering Tuesday, January 11 at 7pm/6c.
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Though On-Screen Diversity is Improving, Latinx Viewers Demand Better Representation
Two-thirds (64%) of Latinx consumers surveyed feel the media plays a big role in helping change stereotypes and negative opinions different groups have of each other.
Streaming grew its audience in 2021; Drama, reality and kids’ programming lead the content wars
Fueled by significant increases in connectivity and appealing content across an ever-widening array of platforms, streaming services capitalized throughout the year on consumers’ growing appetite for over-the-top video content. In total, Americans streamed almost 15 million years’ worth of content in 2021. Despite the myriad options across the streaming landscape, consumers were most drawn to a few stand-outs, some of which simultaneously introduced audiences to content not focused on the U.S., such as the Great British Baking Show, Squid Game and Luca.
Michael Schwimmer joins Univision
Univision Communications, Inc. announced that Michael Schwimmer is joining the company as President, Global Platform Strategy and Revenue. The newly created executive position complements Univision’s redesigned corporate leadership structure ahead of the close of Univision’s previously announced combination with Televisa.
EstrellaTV premiers MasterChef Latinos
EstrellaTV will premiere the original cooking competition series MasterChef Latinos on Thursday, February 10, with weekly two-hour episodes airing at 8 p.m./7 p.m. CT.
Univision and Volkswagen Collaborate on #MovermeEsMiPasion Campaign
Univision and Volkswagen recently joined forces for #MovermeEsMiPasion, a unique campaign designed to reach the Hispanic community through a custom content series in support of the launch of the 2022 Volkswagen Taos SUV.
Noticias Telemundo announces New Leadership Team
Noticias Telemundo announced the appointment of its senior news leadership team under the news division’s new head, Patsy Loris. The announcement comes as the award-winning news organization expands its multiplatform news coverage delivering comprehensive news and information for the Hispanic community.
Estrella Media signs multi-year Nielsen Local TV Measurement agreement
Nielsen and Estrella Media, Inc. announced a multi-year renewal agreement for local TV measurement. In addition, Nielsen will provide a comprehensive suite of analytics and performance services for Estrella’s stations in Dallas, Denver, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Phoenix, and San Francisco.
NBC Universal Telemundo introduces Tplus
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises announced the launch of Tplus, a new content brand designed to super serve the full spectrum of today’s U.S. Hispanics for years to come.
Univision and Televisa to Produce a Vicente Fernández Biopic Series
Univision Communications Inc. announced a joint production with Televisa about the life of Vicente Fernández Gómez, “El Charro de Huentitán,” an icon of Mexican music as well as a successful composer, businessman, record producer and actor.
Univision premieres Romantic Comedy “Soltero con Hijas”
Univision will premiere the romantic comedy "Soltero con Hijas" starring heartthrob actor Gabriel Soto and the beloved actress Vanessa Guzmán. The telenovela, by acclaimed executive producer Juan Osorio, will make its debut on Monday, January 24 at 8 p.m./7 CT on Univision.
Telemundo Streaming Studios announces “Historia de un Clan”
Telemundo Streaming Studios announced the cast for its new miniseries (title to be confirmed) currently in production, an adaptation of the hit Argentinian series, Historia de un Clan
Univision announces team for Streaming Platform
Univision Communications Inc. announced the addition of four new seasoned executives to its streaming team, in preparation for the launch of its two-tiered global platform. These new senior leaders will contribute to the new streaming service that will deliver high quality Spanish-language content to more than 600 million Spanish speakers worldwide.
Univision’s TUDN Brings Multi-Platform Coverage of Liga MX’s Clausura 2022
Univision’s TUDN, the multimedia sports brand of Univision Communications Inc., announced its exclusive Spanish-language coverage of Liga MX Clausura 2022 airing across networks Univision, UNIMÁS, and TUDN, streaming on TUDN.TV, TUDN app, and PrendeTV, and broadcasting on the TUDN Radio Network.
60% of Global Consumers are Frustrated with Navigating Content on Streaming Video Services [REPORT]
Three-in-five subscribers to multiple streaming services expressed frustration with their viewing experiences, according to a new report from Accenture, and 44% of those surveyed indicate they spend more than six minutes searching for something to watch.
Framil rejoins America Tevé
America CV Network announced the appointment of Francisco Framil as National Sales and Marketing Director for America Tevé Miami and other affiliate stations
Rodriguez named VP & Station Group Manager for Media Vista Group
Media Vista Group appoints Oscar A. Rodriguez as the new Vice President/ Station Group Manager for WUMN Univision Minnesota and KUKC Univision Kansas City properties.
‘EXATLŌN ESTADOS UNIDOS’ returns to Telemundo
Estrella TV to present ‘NACIONES MMA’
EstrellaTV has finalized a distribution agreement with new MMA fight series, Naciones MMA, bringing the series to the network.
Estrella Media adds to Board of Directors
Joining the board are Jacqueline Hernández, CEO and Co Founder of New Majority Ready; Flavio Morales, EVP at Endemol Shine Latino;; and Michael Rubenstein, the Co-Founder and President of OpenStore.
Univision to produce “Mi Vecino, El Cartel”
Univision Communications Inc. announced a partnership with powerhouse actress, singer-songwriter, and executive producer Selena Gomez to produce her first-ever Spanish-language series “Mi Vecino, El Cartel” (“The Cartel Among Us”) through her company July Moon Productions and alongside Blackfin (an eOne company).
