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PR Newswire rounds up the most newsworthy entertainment industry press releases of the week, including CNN’s leadership changes and Hard Rock and Halsey’s “LOVE OUT LOUD” campaign.

New York, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the entertainment and media industries stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular stories, here’s a roundup of the week’s can’t-miss stories.

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1. Chris Licht Steps Down as Chairman and CEO of CNN Worldwide
   david zaslav“Leading CNN has never been an easy job, especially during a time of great disruption and transformation, and he’s pouring his heart and soul into it,” said Warner Bros. Discovery Channel president and CEO.
2. Sony Electronics Announces Official Partnership with SQUARE ENIX® for the Highly Anticipated Game Series FINAL FANTASY® XVI
   The beloved fantasy role-playing game series has grown significantly since the first game was released in 1987, with the highly anticipated FINAL FANTASY XVI as the first full-action character in the series Playing game development, cemented Sony Electronics’ status as the official gaming TV for the series’ release.
3. sir elton john and Donatella Versace and other prominent philanthropists announced $125 million Rocket Fund to End AIDS for All
   all pride month sir Elton John and Rocket Fund co-chairs are challenging supporters to get their #InnerElton out. Letting your #InnerElton out is about proudly expressing your true self, expressing love for others and taking compassionate action.
4. The Beach Boys’ masterpiece, Pet Sounds, original tape mix in Dolby Atmos by Grammy Award-winning producer Gilles Martin
   influenced by the beatles rubber soul Produced with Phil Spector’s Wall of Sound, creative dreamers Brian Wilson took a left-hander from their standard formula of upbeat songs about girls, surfing, and the Southern California lifestyle, and tried to create what he called a “full statement.” In turn, he produced an unprecedented album that revolutionized modern music by venturing into uncharted musical territories.
5. Hard Rock International is encouraging all to “Say Love Loud” this Pride Month with new limited edition retail and a series of global events with HALSEY throughout June
   In celebration of Partnership and Pride Month, Hard Rock is committing to at least $250,000 Donate to the Human Rights Campaign and Outright International through the Hard Rock Heals Foundation.
6. Stonewall Day 2023 adds more performances, special appearances June 23 Concert at Hudson Yards, New York
   Johnny Manuel and Kelly Stanhill will perform, joined by headliners Christina Aguilerahost Angelica Roseand resident DJ Lina Bradford and more.Writers and health advocates will give special commentary chelsea clintonpoet and comedian Alok Vaid-Menonand others.
7. TamagotchiTM Introduces the New Tamagotchi Uni with Charli D’Amelio as Global Ambassador!
   Tamagotchi Uni allows fans to connect in a whole new way with the Tamaverse, the metaverse of the world of Tamagotchi.Fans can now play with the Tamaverse Tama ArenaTama Parties, Tama Fashion, Tama Travel and other features, open the fun on a global scale.
8. Superman Web3 Movie Experience
   With dynamic menu options based on iconic locations from the film, owners can 4K Use UHD on your desktop, mobile device, tablet, or TV to access special features, view galleries and artist renderings of famous DC artists, discover digital Easter eggs, and sell experiences on the community marketplace.
9. CBS Sports to Partner with HYPE Sports Innovation to Create and Advance New Technologies for Online Sports Coverage
   Through this partnership, CBS Sports will leverage HYPE’s extensive SportsTech technology network to explore new innovative solutions, including artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) and telebroadcasting, allowing CBS to continue to Stay at the forefront of technology by creating more firsts on TV and bringing viewers closer to the game.
10. The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum will open new exhibits, Eric Church: Country Heart, Restless Soul, by Gibson
    The exhibition will chronicle Church’s unique path to stardom, from his early days playing late-night gigs in bars to nashville He rose to fame as one of country music’s truest voices and respected rule-breakers.exhibition, open July 13 and close June 2024Included in museum admission.
11. For the First Time Ever, Tiger Tony® Will Attend the Tony Awards®
    Specifically, the beloved mascot will focus on the Tony Awards’ famous star-studded sideshow party, where he’ll surprise nominees with golden cereal bowls and delicious treats from Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes to delight everyone All had Tony moments that made their experience a great one!
12. AI, new co-creators: Toronto family develops entire Roblox game with AI Undaunted by their lack of coding experience, the family set out to develop Crazy Mines. Players navigate fields filled with hidden mines, earning an in-game currency called $CRZ to stay alive and using it to buy items to survive.
13. Virtual Jerry Garcia Archives opens with free concerts and tour
    Visitors can create a unique avatar on the Neverworld Grid, and then begin to explore archive content featuring Jerry’s artwork, a collection of rare photographs, and audio recordings of interviews.

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