First Take 11/20/25

First Take 11/20/25

Plus: The aftermath of new Olivia Nuzzi allegations, Disney's megadeal for "Frozen" and more

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1. Paramount Is in Talks With Arab Wealth Funds on WBD Bid — but Not Because the Ellisons Need the Money | Analysis

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2. New Olivia Nuzzi Allegation Puts Vanity Fair, New York Magazine in a Bind

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3. Disney Megadeal: Kristen Bell, Josh Gad, Idina Menzel Score $60 Million Packages for 'Frozen' 3 and 4 | Exclusive

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4. Trump Continues ABC Warpath by Attacking Jimmy Kimmel — Again: 'Get the Bum Off the Air'

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5. Ad Spend in the Creator Economy Expected to Hit $37 Billion in 2025

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6. Vin Diesel Sexual Battery Claims Dismissed by Los Angeles Judge

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7. Disney's $24 Billion Content Spend in 2026 Will Be 50-50 Split Between Sports and Entertainment, CFO Says

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