Kayla is a senior reporter at TheWrap, covering the business and content of creators, streaming and linear television. Before joining TheWrap in April of 2023, she was the Senior TV Reporter at Decider, the New York Post’s entertainment vertical that focuses on the streaming industry. Kayla is also a member of the Television Critics Association.
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Kayla received her Bachelor of Arts in Writing and Publication Studies from Clemson University. She also has a minor in Business Administration and studied at Oxford University for a term.
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Viola Davis to Star in and Executive Produce Paramount+ Thriller ‘Ascent’
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Netflix to Pay AMC $500 Million to Stream ‘The Walking Dead’ Universe in Co-Exclusive Deal
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Comcast’s Xfinity to Launch Creator Reality Series ‘Best in Class’ Hosted by Katie Feeney
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The award-winning comedy returns to Apple TV in August
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‘Rick and Morty’ Spinoff ‘President Curtis’ Renewed for Season 2 Ahead of Premiere
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New ‘My Little Pony’ Series ‘Forever Friendship’ Will Premiere on YouTube in 2027
The show follows Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy and builds on the legacy of “My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic”
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Why Fox’s Acquisition of Roku Is a Win for Creators | Analysis
With the addition of Roku Channel alongside its own Tubi and Fox Creator Studios, Fox is making itself the go-to for creators wanting to be on TV
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‘Avatar: Seven Havens’ Trailer Introduces Long-Lost Twins Ahead of October Premiere
The new Paramount+ series comes from the original Nickelodeon show’s creators Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko
