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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Paramount Co-CEO Chris McCarthy to Exit Following Skydance Merger
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Creatorverse: As Late Night Is Dying, Podcasting Is Thriving
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‘Eternally Yours,’ New Vampire Comedy From ‘Ghosts’ Creators, Lands Pilot Order at CBS
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CBS News Sets Tanya Simon as ’60 Minutes’ EP After Bill Owens Departure
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YouTube Ad Revenue Up 13% Year-Over-Year in 2nd Quarter of 2025, Hitting $9.8 Billion
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Paramount and ‘South Park’ Creators Extend Overall Deal for 5 Years and 50 Episodes
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The Future of Late Night Comedy: What’s Lost When – Not if – It Goes Away
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