ABC's 'New Year's Rockin' Eve' achieved a four-year high with an average of 18.8 million viewers, making it the most-watched program on New Year's Eve 2025, and drawing a total of around 34 million viewers across the night, outperforming other networks' specials.
George Clooney criticizes CBS and ABC for settling lawsuits with Donald Trump, accusing them of bending to political pressure, and expresses concern over the decline of journalism integrity and the influence of right-wing shifts in mainstream media.
George Clooney criticized CBS and ABC for settling lawsuits with Donald Trump instead of challenging them, expressing concern about the state of American media and its ability to hold power to account, especially under the influence of recent hires and political pressures.
Disney+ and ABC will premiere a special revival of 'The Muppet Show' on February 4, 2026, coinciding with the show's 50th anniversary, featuring original characters and guest star Sabrina Carpenter.
The Oscars will move from ABC to YouTube for streaming starting in 2029, marking a historic shift as the first major award show to fully transition to a streaming platform, aiming to reach a global audience and expand access to the event.
Starting in 2029, the Oscars will stream exclusively on YouTube until 2033, marking a major shift from its traditional broadcast on ABC, with the move aimed at expanding global access and engaging a younger audience amid declining viewership and industry changes.
The Oscars will move from ABC to YouTube starting in 2029, marking a shift to digital streaming and expanding global access, with the partnership running through 2033 and aiming to reach a larger audience worldwide.
The Muppet Show is returning with a special event on February 4th on Disney+ and ABC, featuring music, comedy, and guest star Sabrina Carpenter, celebrating the beloved franchise's legacy and upcoming 50th anniversary.
The 'Dancing with the Stars' Holiday Special 2025, titled 'Dancing with the Holidays,' airs tonight at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and can be watched for free via a DIRECTV free trial or through Disney+ for live streaming. The special features festive routines, musical performances, and guest appearances, hosted by Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribiero.
YouTube TV and Disney are in a standoff over carriage fees, leading to Disney channels including ESPN and ABC being blacked out on YouTube TV for nearly two weeks, with negotiations stalled over pricing and contract terms, causing financial losses for both sides and ongoing subscriber disruptions.
Jesse Williams has been cast in a recurring role in the second season of ABC's 'Shifting Gears,' playing Andy, a single dad who frequents Riley’s coffee cart and has romantic interest in her. The show stars Tim Allen and Kat Dennings and follows a car restoration shop owner dealing with family dynamics.
Due to a carriage dispute, ABC and ESPN are not available on YouTube TV, affecting how fans can watch the Eagles vs. Packers game on Monday Night Football. The game will be broadcast on ABC and ESPN at 8:15 p.m. ET. Fans can access the game through alternative services like ESPN's direct-to-consumer options, NFL+, or other streaming platforms such as DirecTV, Sling TV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV.
Jimmy Kimmel Live! was unexpectedly canceled on November 6 due to a personal matter involving Kimmel, with ABC providing limited details and fans being reassured that the show will return as scheduled.
Sinclair CEO Chris Ripley criticizes Disney over the blackout of ABC programming on YouTube TV, calling it an antitrust issue and expressing concern over the impact on viewers and local journalism. He advocates for the continuation of ABC content for local affiliates and has involved regulators in the dispute.
YouTube TV has proposed to Disney to immediately restore ABC and ESPN channels while negotiations continue, using this offer as a negotiation tactic amid ongoing disputes over channel licensing and costs. The move aims to appeal to consumers and gain leverage in the ongoing conflict, with the possibility of quick reinstatement if Disney agrees. Meanwhile, YouTube TV is offering discounts to affected subscribers.