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Winston Cho

Winston Cho is The Hollywood Reporter's Business and Legal Writer, covering physical production, government oversight, antitrust and business disputes shaping Hollywood. Before joining THR in 2022, he worked at the legal trade publication The Daily Journal and the alt-weekly East Bay Express. His work has been recognized by the National Arts & Entertainment Journalism awards, and he graduated from UC Berkeley with degrees in public health and journalism.

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Ted Sarandos Goes to Washington: What Matters as Netflix’s Chief Spars With Skeptical Lawmakers

In a precursor to Netflix's arguments if the deal lands in court, the CEO argued that the company's main rival is YouTube as it competes for the time and attention of viewers.

Don Lemon Released After Arrest Over Coverage of Minnesota Church Protest

The government has accused the former CNN anchor of interfering with church-goers' rights to freely practice their religious beliefs.

‘The Rip’ Director Joe Carnahan Accused of Sexual Battery In Lawsuit From Former Partner

Michelle Crosby, Carnahan’s ex-girlfriend, claims the helmer assaulted her several times across their four-year relationship. The director, who has sued Crosby for harassment, has denied the allegations.

‘Copshop’ Writer Settles Lawsuit Against Managers Over Conflict of Interest on Pay

Kurt McLeod accused his managers, who produced the movie he wrote, of prioritizing their compensation by failing to disclose a substantial increase to the film's budget.

Busfield Case Puts Scrutiny on Warner Bros.’ Own Investigation of Abuse Claims

New Mexico prosecutors have criticized the studio for slow-walking access to its finished report and witnesses once law enforcement got involved.

NYC Sues Dr. Phil’s Son to Block Release of Pro-Cop Reality Show

The lawsuit claims that producers of 'Behind the Badge' are refusing to remove problematic footage in violation of their contract, which was reached under former Mayor Eric Adams.

FCC Targets ‘The View’ and Jimmy Kimmel With Eye Toward Getting Equal Time for Republicans

The FCC released new guidance Wednesday that stipulates that daytime and late night talk shows will be expected to comply with equal time rules.

Timothy Busfield to Be Released While Awaiting Trial

The integrity of prosecutors' investigation and credibility of the victims' parents were a major focus of the hearing.

Nick Reiner’s Mental Health Conservatorship Could Complicate Prosecution

Considering Reiner's extensive history of mental health disorders, his lawyers could look to a not guilty by reason of insanity defense or argue that he's guilty of a lesser crime.

Los Angeles Film and TV Shoot Days Hit New Lows In 2025

The region is still waiting for the impact of California's expansion to its subsidy program for Hollywood to take effect.

Paramount Loses Bid to Fast Track Warner Bros. Discovery Disclosures on Netflix Deal

The David Ellison-led company filed a lawsuit looking to force Warners into showing its work on how it determined Netflix's offer was better than its own.

New Sexual Abuse Allegation Against Timothy Busfield Disclosed in Prosecution Filing

The actor and director is accused of groping a teenage girl who was auditioning for a Sacramento theater company he co-founded.