Joe Otterson
Joe Otterson is a journalist who covers television, with a focus on casting and development. He previously worked for TheWrap before joining Variety, where he has covered a range of TV news including cast announcements and show cancellations. Prior to his work in entertainment journalism, he covered state politics in Wisconsin for a nonprofit news group. Joe is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin and is known to have a love for Hollywood and all things TV-related. Some of his favorite shows include “Mystery Science Theater 3000,” “The Sopranos,” “South Park,” “The Simpsons,” and “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” He once ate quiche next to Joe Mantegna.
Biography:
https://variety.com/author/joe-otterson/
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
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- The author has a tendency to lean towards one side of the story, often providing details that suggest a negative connotation towards certain parties.
- The author sometimes omits important information or fails to disclose relevant context, which can be seen as biased.
Conflicts of Interest
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- The author has a history of not disclosing potential conflicts of interest in their reporting.
- There are instances where the author's personal interests or connections may have influenced their coverage.
Contradictions
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- Contradictions in the articles include conflicting information about cast members and their roles, as well as discrepancies in the author's reporting.
- There are instances where the author provides contradictory information about a subject without acknowledging or resolving the inconsistency.
Deceptions
79%
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- The author has been known to omit important information or provide misleading details in their reporting.
- There are instances where the author's language suggests a certain point of view that may not be entirely accurate.
Recent Articles
Paramount Cancels Halo TV Series: Producers Seek New Home for Third Season
Broke On: Thursday, 18 July 2024Paramount+ cancels Halo TV series after two seasons, with producers 343 Industries, Xbox, and Amblin Television seeking a new home for the third season. The show spent five weeks in Nielsen's top 10 original streaming series and stars Pablo Schreiber as Master Chief John-117. Despite cancellation, its popularity ensures an attractive prospect for other platforms or networks. 
Halle Berry, Glenn Close, and Kim Kardashian Team Up for Legal Drama 'All's Fair': A Star-Studded Collaboration
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Halle Berry, Glenn Close, and Kim Kardashian team up for Netflix's new legal drama 'All's Fair'. Berry and Close serve as executive producers alongside Kardashian. Close, a three-time Emmy winner, produces under Trillium Productions. Murphy writes, directs, and executively produces the series. Kardashian portrays the top divorce attorney in LA. 
Amazon Cancels 'Outer Range': A Look Back at the Renowned Sci-Fi/Western Drama Starring Josh Brolin
Broke On: Thursday, 16 May 2024Amazon Prime Video cancels 'Outer Range' after two seasons, starring Josh Brolin as a Wyoming rancher dealing with a mysterious black void and family feud. Renewed in 2022, the sci-fi/neo-western series featured Imogen Poots, Lili Taylor and more. Despite solid ratings and Nielsen presence, it's unclear if future plans exist. 
New Office Universe Mockumentary in the Works: Greg Daniels and Michael Koman Lead Ensemble Cast, Rainn Wilson and Jenna Fischer Rumored to Appear
Broke On: Wednesday, 08 May 2024Peacock's new mockumentary-style comedy series, produced by Universal Television, expands The Office universe with Greg Daniels and Michael Koman leading the ensemble cast. Stars include Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore. The documentary crew discovers a dying historic Midwestern newspaper, bringing back Rainn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, Steve Carell, and John Krasinski for ad skits or reprised roles. The Office alums gained new life when the show became available to stream after its 2005-2013 run. 
New Cast Members Announced for Season 2 of Netflix's Hit Series 'Wednesday' with Jenna Ortega, Steve Buscemi, and Thandiwe Newton
Broke On: Tuesday, 07 May 2024Netflix's hit series 'Wednesday' begins production on Season 2 with new cast additions, including Steve Buscemi as the new principal and Thandiwe Newton as a guest star. Jenna Ortega returns as Wednesday Addams, who continues her sleuthing ways at Nevermore Academy. Notable returning cast members include Jamie McShane in a guest role. Newcomers Billie Piper, Evie Templeton, Owen Painter, and Noah Taylor join the series. 
Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender Undergoes Major Leadership Change for Season Two and Three
Broke On: Friday, 05 April 2024Netflix's live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender undergoes major leadership change as Albert Kim steps down from showrunner and pilot writer for season two. Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani take over as executive producers. 
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: A Highly Anticipated Boxing Match at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on July 20th. Produced by Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Broadcast Live on Netflix.
Broke On: Thursday, 07 March 2024Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will face off in a highly anticipated boxing match on July 20 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The event is being produced by Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and will be broadcast live on Netflix. 
Only Murders in the Building Season 4: Molly Shannon Joins Cast as High-Powered Los Angeles Businesswoman, Meryl Streep Returns to Reprise Role of Loretta Durkin
Broke On: Friday, 16 February 2024Only Murders in the Building Season 4 has been confirmed to take place in Los Angeles, with Steve Martin, Selena Gomez and Martin Short reprising their roles. The move was announced by Disney Television Group President Craig Erwich. Meryl Streep will also return as Loretta Durkin. Created by Steve Martin and John Hoffman, the series follows three neighbors in a New York City apartment who start a true crime podcast about the murders of their fellow residents. :max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(749x0:751x2)/MURRAY-BARTLETT38-886fa913e3bf44328cb1dfbd7a9ee2a1.jpg)
The White Lotus Season 3 Cast Announced: Leslie Bibb, Dom Hetrakul and More Join the Show in Thailand
Broke On: Saturday, 06 January 2024The White Lotus, an HBO series created by Mike White, has announced its third season cast. The new group of guests will check in to a resort property in Thailand. Leslie Bibb, Dom Hetrakul, Jason Isaacs, Michelle Monaghan and Tayme Thapthimthong have joined the show along with Natasha Rothwell who reprises her role as Belinda from Season 1. Bridgerton Star Ruby Barker Criticizes Netflix and Shondaland Over Lack of Support During Mental Health Struggles
Broke On: Sunday, 15 January 2023Ruby Barker, an actress from 'Bridgerton', criticized Netflix and Shondaland for lack of support during her 'psychotic breaks'. Barker claimed she was working 16-hour days during the filming of the show's second season, which contributed to her mental health issues. Barker has been diagnosed with ADHD and autism, which she believes were factors in her mental health struggles.