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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How Creator Laro Benz Jumped Out of His Comfort Zone With Tubi’s ‘House Rules’
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Netflix Viewership in 2026: What Works, What Doesn’t and Why Wall Street Is Skeptical
The streamer’s data dump reveals subscribers love animation and limited series — but those engagement concerns remain
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Netflix Co-CEO: Our Season 2 Falloff This Year Is ‘Slightly Improved,’ Downplays Reports
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Netflix Shifts Data Dump to Yearly Release Starting in 2027
Previously, the streamer released the report every six months
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Creator Close-Up: Jay Shetty’s History-Making Spotify and Netflix Success Was a 9-Year Journey
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