Governor Gavin Newsom has appointed Dee Dee Myers to serve as sr. advisor to the Governor and director of the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), a cabinet-level position. GO-Biz is the parent agency for the California Film Commission.
Prior to joining the Newsom Administration, Myers served as EVP of worldwide corporate communications and public affairs for Warner Bros. Previously, she was a managing director of the Glover Park Group where she counseled corporate and non-profit clients on strategic and crisis communications, reputation management and strategic positioning. Myers also served as White House press secretary during President Bill Clinton’s first term and was the first woman to hold the position.
Myers is author of the New York Times best-selling book “Why Women Should Rule the World.” She also co-hosted the CNBC political talk show Equal Time and was a consultant on the Emmy Award-winning drama series The West Wing.
Colleen Bell, executive director of the California Film Commission, said, “Dee Dee understands the entertainment production industry, and I look forward to working with her to maintain and grow California’s status as the world’s production capital.”
“Dune: Part Two” and “House of the Dragon” Win 2 HPA Awards Apiece
Dune: Part Two and House of the Dragon each scored two HPA Awards during a gala ceremony at the Television Academy’s Wolf Theatre in North Hollywood, Calif. on Thursday night (11/7). The HPA Awards honor trailblazing talent in the postproduction industry, celebrating standout achievements in color grading, sound, editing, restoration, and visual effects across theatrical features, commercials, and episodics.
Dune: Part Two topped the Outstanding Color Grading--Live Action Theatrical Feature and the Outstanding Sound--Theatrical Feature categories.
House of the Dragon’s two wins were for “The Red Dragon and the Gold” episode which scored for Outstanding Visual Effects--Live Action Episode or Series Season, and Outstanding Editing--Episode or Non-Theatrical Feature (Over 30 Minutes). In the latter HPA Creative Category, House of the Dragon tied with the “Part Six: Far,l Far Away” episode of Ahsoka.
The HPA’s Judges Award for Creativity and Innovation honored Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour. This recognition celebrates the profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment that defined The Eras Tour, underscoring its exceptional impact on audiences and the industry. The jury issued a statement outlining their choice: “Celebrated as the cultural phenomenon of 2023, Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour set new records in box office sales, tour revenues, and attendance. The tour showcased exceptional artistry and innovation, making a profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment.”
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