Jill Goldsmith
Jill Goldsmith is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience covering media and entertainment industries. She joined Deadline in June 2019 after working as a New York-based contributor. Her work focuses on corporate finance, deals, and publicly traded companies in media and entertainment. Jill has previously worked for Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, and Dow Jones. She has reported from New York and Europe, with her stories appearing in prestigious publications such as the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Broadcasting & Cable, Adweek, Slate, Reuters and The Art Newspaper.
Biography:
https://deadline.com/author/jill-goldsmith/
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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
95%
Examples:
- Jill tends to present information in a balanced and objective manner.
- She occasionally includes quotes from industry experts and analysts without challenging their views.
Conflicts of Interest
75%
Examples:
- In one instance, Jill reports on a potential acquisition of Skydance by Paramount without disclosing any potential conflicts of interest.
- She also covers companies like Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery, where she may have personal or financial ties that remain undisclosed.
Contradictions
86%
Examples:
- Another article mentions discrepancies in expected vs actual earnings from Apple.
- In one article, Jill reports that Warner Bros. Discovery experienced a decline in revenue but also saw an increase in streaming subscribers and profit rise. This seems contradictory as the company is both losing money and gaining subscribers.
Deceptions
60%
Examples:
- In one article, she fails to disclose information about activist shareholders lobbying for new directors on Disney's board.
- Jill occasionally uses misleading language or omits important context.
Recent Articles
Ozy Media CEO Carlos Watson Found Guilty of Securities and Identity Fraud in Historic Trial
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024In July 2024, Ozy Media founder Carlos Watson was found guilty of securities and identity fraud after a trial that exposed deception at the digital media company. The jury's decision followed revelations of Watson coaching his co-founder to impersonate a YouTube executive during an investment call and misrepresenting Ozy's finances and audience numbers. Google CEO Sundar Pichai testified there were no deals between Ozy and Google, leading to the company's shutdown shortly after. Watson's lawyers argued he did not intentionally inflate revenue estimates but was sentenced to up to 37 years in prison in November. 
Paramount Global's Merger Talks with Skydance End: What's Next for the Media Giant?
Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024Paramount Global's merger talks with Skydance Media have unexpectedly ended, leaving industry insiders questioning the media giant's future moves. Controlling shareholder Shari Redstone called off negotiations, halting plans for a merger between the two companies. Paramount faces challenges in its streaming business and declining cable-TV customer base while aiming to reduce debt and transform its strategy under new leadership. 
Warner Bros. Announces New Lord of the Rings Films: Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, and Philippa Boyens Return for 'Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum'
Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024Warner Bros. announces new Lord of the Rings films, titled 'Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum', set for a 2026 release with Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, and Philippa Boyens involved. Andy Serkis to star and direct as Gollum in the first film. 
Warner Bros. Discovery Falls Short of Sales and Earnings Expectations in Q1 2024: Lower TV Ad Sales, Movie Studio Struggles, and NBA Media Rights Negotiations
Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024Warner Bros. Discovery Inc., the parent company of CNN and other media properties, reported lower-than-expected Q1 2024 sales and earnings due to challenges in movie studios and TV divisions, with revenue decreasing by 7% to $9.96 billion and adjusted EBITDA falling 20% to $2.1 billion. 
Paramount's Board Explores Offers After Expired Negotiating Window with Skydance
Broke On: Saturday, 04 May 2024Paramount's negotiations with Skydance ended on March 31st, but Skydance remains a contender. A Paramount board committee is evaluating offers from Skydance and others, including a $26 billion proposal from Sony and Apollo. The outcome will impact Paramount's future in the entertainment industry. 
Apple Defies Expectations: Surprising Q1 2024 Revenue Growth in China and Record-Breaking Services Division
Broke On: Thursday, 02 May 2024Apple surprises with a 18% sales increase in China's iPhone market during Q1 2024, despite ongoing challenges. Simultaneously, the services division generated $23.9 billion in revenue, a 14% growth. Apple Studios and Apple TV+ saw significant growth with numerous award nominations and wins. 
Tribeca Film Festival 2023: Diane von Furstenberg Documentary Opens Event, Lineup Includes World Premieres and Documentaries
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 April 2024The Tribeca Film Festival, opening June 5-16 in New York City, unveils its lineup with the documentary 'Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge' and world premieres of 'Sacramento' and 'Winter Spring Summer Or Fall'. The festival also features documentaries on Casa Bonita restoration and Jazzy, as well as films about Linda Perry, Avicii, and Lily Gladstone. With 103 features from 114 filmmakers in 48 countries, the festival includes 86 world premieres and movies by first-time directors. 
Disney Beats Expectations with Better-Than-Expected Earnings in Q1, Plans to Cut Costs by $7.5 Billion by 2024
Broke On: Wednesday, 07 February 2024Disney reported better-than-expected earnings in Q1 2023, despite revenue stagnation. The company aims to cut costs by $7.5 billion by the end of fiscal 2024 and expects an EPS of about $4.60 for that year's quarter.