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Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for The Instigators, Bel-Air and Coup!

Avaline’s anniversary dinner

Avaline wine co-founders Cameron Diaz and Katherine Power hosted an East Hampton dinner on July 26 to celebrate the brand’s four-year anniversary, with support from Reese Witherspoon, Gwyneth Paltrow, Rachel Zoe and Molly Sims.

Gwyneth Paltrow, Cameron Diaz and Reese Witherspoon The Instigators premiere

Matt Damon, Casey Affleck, Hong Chau and Jack Harlow joined director Doug Liman at the New York premiere of their Apple TV+ movie on Wednesday.

Celia D. Costas, Kevin J. Walsh, Chuck MacLean, Casey Affleck, Doug Liman, Luciana Damon, Alison Winter and Matt Damon Alexia Barroso, Isabella Damon, Gia Damon, Matt Damon, Luciana Barroso and Stella Damon Bel-Air Summer BBQ

Peacock hosted a Summer BBQ at the Universal Studios Backlot on Thursday to celebrate...

The story of MTV is set to be rolled out in a new podcast series hosted by former VJ Dave Holmes.

Audacy Podcasts is launching Who Killed the Video Star? The Story of MTV, an eight-part series that launches today, March 27.

“MTV is still on the air in 2024, and it’s still profitable, but my nieces and nephews know it as a logo on an Urban Outfitters t-shirt. I wanted to know what happened, and where the spirit of MTV exists now,” said Holmes.

The series will explore the cultural history, impact, legacy, and phenomenon of MTV and looks at what it turned into.

Holmes, who previously hosted Waiting for Impact, the wild story of boy band Sudden Impact, is hosting with guests including former VJs such as Julie Brown, Damien Fahey, and Kevin Seal, former MTV News correspondents Gideon Yago, Chris Connelly, and Suchin Pak, former Viacom Music and Entertainment Group president Doug Herzog,...

As thousands of its members remain on strike, the Writers Guild of America West is attempting to organize staffers at MTV’s long-running comedy show devoted to viral Internet videos, Ridiculousness.

On Wednesday, July 12, 11 full-time “creative consultants” (the WGA West did not offer specific job titles but said many had that phrase associated with their roles) on the Rob Dyrdek-hosted show filed a petition for a National Labor Relations Board election in an attempt to organize with the western branch of the writers’ union. According to the union, the staffers initially asked for voluntary recognition from management after a number signed union cards, a request that was denied.

The WGA West said in a statement that the staffers are seeking “parity with their peers in the industry and respect for their work” with the union drive. The union considers Ridiculousness comparable to pre-existing covered projects including America’s Funniest Home Videos and Tosh.0,...

Heads up, Gronk Nation. The Crashletes TV show has been renewed for a second season on Nickelodeon, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The New England Patriots™ Super Bowl™ Xlix Champion and Crashletes host Rob Gronkowski will return with Stevie Nelson and Brandon Broady with more viral sports bloopers, blunders, and absurdities.Created by Rob Dyrdek and Shane Nickerson of Superjacket Productions, Crashletes season two premieres Friday, September 16, 2016 at 7:oopm Et/Pt. Upcoming guests include skateboarder Tony Hawk, the Denver Broncos' Von Miller, the Detroit Pistons' Andre Drummond, the L.A. Lakers' Nick Young, and the Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker.Read More…...

He barely has his land legs back after hosting the Gronk Party Ship last month, but already NFL stars has some big entertainment projects in the works. The New England Patriots Pro Bowl tight end and Super Bowl Xlix champion is set to host Nickelodeon’s “Crashletes,” a new viral sports clip series produced by Rob Dyrdek and Shane Nickerson of Superjacket Productions. “Crashletes” will feature guest personalities from the worlds of sports and entertainment, along with the funniest, craziest viral sports clips and user-generated content from around the world, according to the network. As host, Gronkowski will offer funny commentary on the clips,...

For fans who need more Gronk in your life, we've got good news: Rob Gronkowsi is coming to the small screen!

The New England Patriots' tight end is set to host a new Nickelodeon show called Crashletes, all about viral sports clips – because who better to offer running commentary on hilarious, cringe-worthy skateboarding fails than one of the most colorful personalities in the NFL?

The series, from production partners Rob Dyrdek (of MTV's Ridiculousness) and Shane Nickerson, will also feature guest personalities from the worlds of sports and entertainment to join Gronkowski as they dissect the clips.

Video: Will Smith...

For fans who need more Gronk in your life, we've got good news: Rob Gronkowsi is coming to the small screen! The New England Patriots' tight end is set to host a new Nickelodeon show called Crashletes, all about viral sports clips - because who better to offer running commentary on hilarious, cringe-worthy skateboarding fails than one of the most colorful personalities in the NFL?The series, from production partners Rob Dyrdek (of MTV's Ridiculousness) and Shane Nickerson, will also feature guest personalities from the worlds of sports and entertainment to join Gronkowski as they dissect the clips. Video: Will Smith...

Launching the 2016 Upfronts sellathon, Nickelodeon today added two new sports-themed series from Rob Dyrdek and Shane Nickerson of Superjacket Productions (Fantasy Factory, Ridiculousness): Crashletes, a new viral sports clip show hosted by the New England Patriots’ telegenic tight end Rob Gronkowski, and Jagger Eaton's Mega Life (working title), a docuseries that follows 15-year-old skateboarding phenom Eaton around the world. Nick has ordered 20 episodes of each and…...

Nickelodeon has given a green light to viral sports clip series Crashletes (working title) from executive producers Rob Dyrdek and Shane Nickerson of Superjacket Productions (Fantasy Factory, Ridiculousness). The 20-episode half-hour series will curate the top sports highlights and user-generated content from around the world, and debut in the NickSports TV block on Nicktoons in 2016. Crashletes will feature guest personalities from the worlds of sports and entertainment…...

Nickelodeon has ordered 20 episodes of “Crashletes” (working title) from executive producers Rob Dyrdek and Shane Nickerson of Superjacket Productions for its Nicktoons channel, TheWrap has learned exclusively. Each episode will feature guest personalities from the worlds of sports and entertainment along with viral sports clips. The half-hour series will curate the top sports highlights and user-generated content from around the world, and debut in the NickSports TV block on Nicktoons in 2016. “Crashletes” is the second collaboration between Dyrdek and NickSports following the hit animated show “Wild Grinders,” inspired by the professional skateboarder and entrepreneur’s real-life experiences. Also Read: Fall TV Preview:.

Dude Perfect will join the ever-growing list of YouTube stars making the jump to television. The sports and comedy supergroup, consisting of five best friends based out of Dallas, has landed a series order for The Dude Perfect Show (working title) at TV network Cmt.

Produced by Rob Dyrdek’s Superjacket Productions, The Dude Perfect Show will follow the YouTube supergroup as the members go about their daily video-making lives of coming up with concepts and figuring out their next viral video. The series will also show how all five members of the group work with athletes and celebrities, meet fans at events, organize performances and stunts, and more. Dyrdek will executive produce The Dude Perfect Show alongside Superjacket’s Shane Nickerson and Cmt’s Jayson Dinsmore and Matthew Trierweiler. The comedy and live-action stunts TV series is set for release sometime in 2016.

“We are super excited to be working...

Just when fans were getting ready to stay goodbye to funny man Rob Dyrdek, MTV lands a new multi-year deal with him. His previous series that were supposed/already ended will be returning for at least one more new season each. Yes, that means Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory and Ridiculousness will be returning. He will also debut a new series called Snack-Off, which will be a cook show of sorts. Here are the comments MTV president of programming Susanne Daniels and Rob both had to say.

“Rob Dyrdek is an essential part of MTV. From Rob & Big to Fantasy Factory, Ridiculousness and now Snack-Off, Rob has an undeniable appeal to millennials, He is a creative force with a unique ability to connect with the audience — whether he is in front of or behind the camera. We are truly thrilled to continue our long and successful relationship with Rob.

-Susanne.

The pro skateboarder will be back for a fourth season of Ridiculousness and a sixth and final run of Rob Dyrdek Fantasy Factory. MTV has made a full 22-episode order for Ridiculousness, which spotlights amateur viral videos and will have its Season 3 finale on Thursday — featuring the Fantasy Factory cast. Rob Dyrdek will continue to host along with Chanel West Coast and Sterling “Steelo” Brim. And Fantasy Factory will wrap with a 10-episode season from the 25,000-square-foot office building/skate park, reuniting usual suspects Dyrdek, West Coast, Brim, Christopher “Big Black” Boykin, Chris “Drama” Pfaff and Scott “Big Cat” Pfaff. Both series are produced by Dickhouse, the company behind the Jackass franchise and other shows, and exec produced by Dyrdek, Jeff Tremaine, Shane Nickerson and Christian Duguay. The new seasons will premiere in 2014.

Rob Dyrdek’s amateur viral video series will be back for a third season. MTV announced today that it has picked up another 20 episodes of Ridiculousness. Produced by Dickhouse, the company behind the Jackass franchise among others, the series is co-hosted by Chanel West Coast and Sterling “Stello” Brim. Season 2 began August 20. The show, which airs at 10 Pm Mondays, is averaging a 1.2 rating in the 12-34 demo and draws about 1.3 million total viewers each week. Dyrdek, Jeff Tremaine, Shane Nickerson and Christian Duguay are executive producers. Lauren Dolgen, Michelle Klepper, Kristina Edwards and Sara Cohen are the MTV executives in charge.

MTV has renewed Rob Dyrdek’s series Ridiculousness for a second season. The show, in the vein of America’s Funniest Home Videos and Tosh.0, airs at 10 Pm and features Dyrdek’s take on funny amateur viral videos. “Rob is a powerhouse talent with a long history with MTV, and his brand of comedy, from Ridiculousness to Fantasy Factory, is a perfect fit on our network,” MTV head of programming David Janollari said. Ridiculousness has been a promising new series for MTV, averaging a 1.8 persons 12-34 rating and 1.9 million viewers. It is exec produced by Dyrdek, Jeff Tremaine, Shane Nickerson and Christian Duguay.

That's right; we used the words "badass" and "MTV" in the same sentence. It's been a long time since last that was done, but one look at their new series "Death Valley", and you'll see why it's hard not to.

From the Press Release

MTV today announced two new series to join the Monday night line-up – Rob Dyrdek’s “Ridiculousness” at 10:00 p.m., followed by the scripted horror-comedy “Death Valley” at 10:30 p.m., starting Monday, August 29, 2011.

“Rob Dyrdek is one of the most dynamic and talented personalities on the network, and with ‘Ridiculousness,’ he brings his hilarious take on viral videos as only he can to MTV,” said David Janollari, Head of MTV Programming. “‘Death Valley’ brings a truly unique blend of comedy and horror to the channel. ‘Ridiculousness’ and ‘Death Valley’ are two fun, bold and entertaining new series that continue our push toward diversifying the landscape of the network.

Cameron Diaz is reportedly close to agreeing a settlement in her $30 million lawsuit against an American magazine that accused her of cheating on Justin Timberlake. The National Enquirer last year claimed Diaz was having an affair with Shane Nickerson, the married producer of her MTV show Trippin'. It printed pictures of the pair leave a recording studio and hugging. Diaz immediately sued for slander and libel, accusing the tabloid of turning "an innocent, insignificant and non-memorable occurrence involving two co-workers and friends (into) a sensationalistic, scandalous and accusatory story which was completely false." Nickerson's wife and mother-in-law joined Diaz as co-plaintiffs alleging Enquirer reporters caused them emotional distress. According to court documents revealed by E! Online the parties are close to settlement. A summary of proceedings reads, "Counsel report that settlement discussions have been productive and that parties are close to a settlement."...

Hollywood actress Cameron Diaz won her libel lawsuit against British newspaper The Sun Friday, over the publication's claim she had an affair with a married man. The Charlie's Angels beauty has accepted "substantial" damages from The Sun's publisher, News Group Newspapers, over the story written in May. The Sun had claimed Diaz was cheating on her boyfriend Justin Timberlake with MTV producer Shane Nickerson and accompanied their story with a paparazzi picture showing the pair sharing an embrace. But, following an investigation, the newspaper admitted in a statement: "Any suggestion of a romantic involvement is entirely untrue and without any substance whatsoever." Diaz's lawyer Simon Smith told London's High Court, "It was explained to the reader that he was a married man, married to a high school teacher and that he was also the father of a one-year-old daughter," and that, "they have enjoyed more than just a professional relationship". He continued, "The publication of these allegations has caused damage to the claimant's personal and professional reputation, in addition to obvious distress to both herself, Mr. Timberlake, Mr. Nickerson and his wife." News Group Newspapers have settled a financial settlement with Diaz and agreed to cover her legal costs. Smith added, "In those circumstances and in light of this vindication my client is prepared not to proceed any further against The Sun newspaper." News Group Newspapers lawyer Benjamin Beabey argued his client's story was based upon an earlier report in the National Enquirer but added, "It entirely accepts that the allegations are without foundation and ought never to have been published." Diaz is pursuing a separate legal action against American Media Inc.

Cameron Diaz has followed up her threats to sue US tabloid National Enquirer, over an article alleging she was cheating on boyfriend Justin Timberlake, by slamming publishers with a $30 million claim for damages. Attorneys for both Diaz and TV producer Shane Nickerson have filed a joint lawsuit, according to Los Angeles Superior Court documents obtained by US news show Celebrity Justice, which could leave Enquirer bosses with a hefty $60 million bill. The pair, who worked together on MTV travel show Trippin' and claim they were slandered in the front-page May article, accuse the Enquirer of libel and intentional and negligent infliction of emotional stress. The suit seeks at least $60 million in damages - $30 million apiece for Diaz and Nickerson. According to the court documents, the suit claims the published story has not only damaged both of their reputations, but also placed needless strains on their personal relationships. The tabloid ran 25 photos of Diaz and Nickerson - some of which depicted the two hugging - and featured captions insinuating the pair were an item. The piece further accused Diaz and Nickerson of adultery - Nickerson is married. In a statement from Diaz's representatives, released after the article ran, they fumed, "This is a case of a tabloid colluding with the stalkerazzi in an attempt to distort the truth and mislead the public." Diaz's attorneys are expected to file a second lawsuit against British tabloid The Sun, who published the same photos with a similar article.

Cameron Diaz has slammed reports she is cheating on long-term lover Justin Timberlake with her travel show producer Shane Nickerson. Witness Oscar Duran told a US magazine he saw Diaz French-kissing Nickerson - who produces the actress' MTV show Trippin' - outside a Santa Monica, California studio last Wednesday. Duran says, "Cameron wrapped her arms around the guy and started kissing him on the mouth. They stood kissing for a good three minutes." Diaz, 32, and Timberlake, 24, will celebrate their two-year anniversary this month, while Nickerson has a one-year-old daughter Lucy with his wife Elisa. British newspaper The Sun reports that, when asked for comment about the alleged smooch, Nickerson replied, "Oh no, I can't talk to you. You'll have to talk to MTV." However the Charlie's Angels beauty's publicist Brad Cafarelli insists, "Shane Nickerson is a friend of Cameron's and a valued associate who works with her on her MTV show. They do not have any sort of romantic relationship whatsoever."...