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Sony Triumphs in Court to Regain ‘Jeopardy!’ and ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Distribution Rights from CBS

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Los Angeles — In a significant legal ruling, Sony Pictures Television has been granted the right by a Los Angeles judge to take control of the distribution of popular game shows “Jeopardy!” and “Wheel of Fortune.” This decision marks a crucial shift away from the shows’ long-time distributor, CBS, and may impact how audiences access these beloved programs. The legal conflict began when Sony decided to terminate its distribution agreement with CBS in August, following which Sony initiated a lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that CBS, owned by Paramount Global, was engaging in unauthorized licensing and … Read more

Judge Dismisses Defamation Lawsuit Against Sheriff Over ‘Wheel of Fugitive’ Broadcasts

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Melbourne, Fla. – A judge has dismissed a defamation lawsuit involving Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey and his creative but contentious effort to capture fugitives, dubbed “Wheel of Fugitive.” The program, which took inspiration from the popular game show “Wheel of Fortune,” featured Ivey spinning a wheel with names and photos of wanted individuals, sparking widespread attention and debate. The lawsuit was brought forth by a Florida man, Dillon Webb, who claimed that his inclusion in one of these weekly videos led to public ridicule and emotional stress. Webb argued that the depiction was inaccurate … Read more