Brian Lowry
@brianlowry.bsky.social
Media columnist and critic, Hollywood correspondent for Status.news. Email: [email protected]
Whatever the actual number is, suspect there are going to be a lot of people disguised as empty seats.
CNN’s data expert Harry Enten has made a dire prediction for the box office success of the vanity documentary ‘Melania.’
CNN Data Guru Predicts Melania’s Humiliating Box Office Flop
The numbers aren’t looking good for the Amazon investment.
trib.al
January 28, 2026 at 7:32 AM
Whatever the actual number is, suspect there are going to be a lot of people disguised as empty seats.
Reposted by Brian Lowry
Just a reminder that hundreds of people were literally fired from their jobs for not grieving appropriately after the death of Charlie Kirk
I'm sure the heterodox civility cops will be all over this one
January 28, 2026 at 5:02 AM
Just a reminder that hundreds of people were literally fired from their jobs for not grieving appropriately after the death of Charlie Kirk
Reposted by Brian Lowry
The new CBS News chief finally addressed her skeptical newsroom, presenting her vision of the network’s future and fielding tough questions about her editorial views—though some staffers told Status they left unconvinced.
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/bari-weiss...
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/bari-weiss...
Weiss and the Wary
The new CBS News chief finally addressed her skeptical newsroom, presenting her vision of the network’s future and fielding tough questions about her editorial views—though some staffers told Status t...
www.status.news
January 28, 2026 at 3:16 AM
The new CBS News chief finally addressed her skeptical newsroom, presenting her vision of the network’s future and fielding tough questions about her editorial views—though some staffers told Status they left unconvinced.
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/bari-weiss...
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/bari-weiss...
Reposted by Brian Lowry
Inside The Washington Post, the frustration with Jeff Bezos cannot be overstated: “I was just thinking the other day that I wished MacKenzie [Scott] had gotten us in the divorce," one staffer wrote in Slack messages obtained by @status.news.
Much more here: www.status.news/p/jeff-bezos...
Much more here: www.status.news/p/jeff-bezos...
January 27, 2026 at 2:49 AM
Inside The Washington Post, the frustration with Jeff Bezos cannot be overstated: “I was just thinking the other day that I wished MacKenzie [Scott] had gotten us in the divorce," one staffer wrote in Slack messages obtained by @status.news.
Much more here: www.status.news/p/jeff-bezos...
Much more here: www.status.news/p/jeff-bezos...
We have to come up with a better term than “sex pest.” Sounds like something you can eradicate with traps or spray.
Crew members say the worst part of working on Amazon’s new Melania Trump documentary wasn’t promoting the administration — it was working with accused sex pest Brett Ratner. More:
www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...
www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...
'Chaos': Behind the Scenes of Amazon's Melania Trump Doc
Crew members of the Amazon documentary "Melania: Twenty Days to History" detail a chaotic production process under Brett Ratner.
www.rollingstone.com
January 27, 2026 at 3:22 AM
We have to come up with a better term than “sex pest.” Sounds like something you can eradicate with traps or spray.
Reposted by Brian Lowry
As Jeff Bezos mingles with the elite in Paris, staffers at The Washington Post are pleading for him to intervene ahead of planned layoffs—and have even discussed enlisting the likes of Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep to help, Status has learned.
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/jeff-bezos...
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/jeff-bezos...
Please, Mr. Bezos
As Jeff Bezos mingles with the elite in Paris, staffers at The Washington Post are pleading for him to intervene ahead of planned layoffs—and have even discussed enlisting the likes of Tom Hanks and M...
www.status.news
January 27, 2026 at 2:40 AM
As Jeff Bezos mingles with the elite in Paris, staffers at The Washington Post are pleading for him to intervene ahead of planned layoffs—and have even discussed enlisting the likes of Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep to help, Status has learned.
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/jeff-bezos...
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/jeff-bezos...
Reposted by Brian Lowry
From @brianstelter.bsky.social about the shrinking of the Washington Post.
I know all the reasons we can't have it. I will say it anyway. Pressure campaign on Bezos to create an endowment with his wealth, sell the Post to a nonprofit board, and step away completely. Do one great thing and leave.
I know all the reasons we can't have it. I will say it anyway. Pressure campaign on Bezos to create an endowment with his wealth, sell the Post to a nonprofit board, and step away completely. Do one great thing and leave.
January 26, 2026 at 3:30 PM
From @brianstelter.bsky.social about the shrinking of the Washington Post.
I know all the reasons we can't have it. I will say it anyway. Pressure campaign on Bezos to create an endowment with his wealth, sell the Post to a nonprofit board, and step away completely. Do one great thing and leave.
I know all the reasons we can't have it. I will say it anyway. Pressure campaign on Bezos to create an endowment with his wealth, sell the Post to a nonprofit board, and step away completely. Do one great thing and leave.
Reposted by Brian Lowry
The person who publishes the Free Press — where the words “Minneapolis” and “Minnesota” never appear tonight — also runs CBS News.
January 26, 2026 at 1:39 AM
The person who publishes the Free Press — where the words “Minneapolis” and “Minnesota” never appear tonight — also runs CBS News.
Reposted by Brian Lowry
Looming cuts at The Washington Post threaten to decimate key coverage areas as staffers question the motives and commitment of billionaire owner Jeff Bezos.
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/washington...
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/washington...
Post Parting Depression
Looming cuts at The Washington Post threaten to decimate key coverage areas as staffers question the motives and commitment of billionaire owner Jeff Bezos.
www.status.news
January 26, 2026 at 1:40 AM
Looming cuts at The Washington Post threaten to decimate key coverage areas as staffers question the motives and commitment of billionaire owner Jeff Bezos.
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/washington...
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/washington...
Reposted by Brian Lowry
Part of what strikes me about Trump, Noem, Bovino, Miller, et al and their willingness to lie in the face of overwhelming video evidence, is their absolute certainty in the tribal stupidity and cynicism of their supporters—especially on here—who will blindly repeat their lies.
January 25, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Part of what strikes me about Trump, Noem, Bovino, Miller, et al and their willingness to lie in the face of overwhelming video evidence, is their absolute certainty in the tribal stupidity and cynicism of their supporters—especially on here—who will blindly repeat their lies.
Reposted by Brian Lowry
Dear media,
As you report on another inexcusable act of violence by ICE against the American people, remember:
HOMELAND SECURITY LIES ROUTINELY AS A MATTER OF POLICY.
If you feel compelled to include the Trump regime's version of events, you must include that context.
Thank you.
As you report on another inexcusable act of violence by ICE against the American people, remember:
HOMELAND SECURITY LIES ROUTINELY AS A MATTER OF POLICY.
If you feel compelled to include the Trump regime's version of events, you must include that context.
Thank you.
January 24, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Dear media,
As you report on another inexcusable act of violence by ICE against the American people, remember:
HOMELAND SECURITY LIES ROUTINELY AS A MATTER OF POLICY.
If you feel compelled to include the Trump regime's version of events, you must include that context.
Thank you.
As you report on another inexcusable act of violence by ICE against the American people, remember:
HOMELAND SECURITY LIES ROUTINELY AS A MATTER OF POLICY.
If you feel compelled to include the Trump regime's version of events, you must include that context.
Thank you.
ICYMI “The Beauty” is just Ryan Murphy’s latest glossy excuse for a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup of sex and violence, coming on the heels of the even-worse “Ed Gein” edition of “Monster” www.status.news/p/melania-tr...
‘Melania’s’ Ratner Rehab
Once a Hollywood pariah over sexual misconduct allegations, Brett Ratner is resurfacing as director of Amazon’s Melania Trump documentary, sending an unmistakable signal in the MAGA era.
www.status.news
January 24, 2026 at 4:28 PM
ICYMI “The Beauty” is just Ryan Murphy’s latest glossy excuse for a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup of sex and violence, coming on the heels of the even-worse “Ed Gein” edition of “Monster” www.status.news/p/melania-tr...
Reposted by Brian Lowry
In search of new revenue streams, newsrooms are embracing prediction market companies as partners—an ethically dubious move that launders speculation as serious data journalism.
More in @status.news: www.status.news/p/polymarket...
More in @status.news: www.status.news/p/polymarket...
Legacy Media’s Risky Bet
In search of new revenue streams, newsrooms are embracing prediction market companies as partners—an ethically dubious move that launders speculation as serious data journalism.
www.status.news
January 24, 2026 at 4:17 PM
In search of new revenue streams, newsrooms are embracing prediction market companies as partners—an ethically dubious move that launders speculation as serious data journalism.
More in @status.news: www.status.news/p/polymarket...
More in @status.news: www.status.news/p/polymarket...
A good reminder that anyone expecting consistency, logic or research from Rogan is a grade-A rube. Dude just riffs.
Joe Rogan Defends ICE — Days After He Went Viral Criticizing Them
Joe Rogan Defends ICE — Days After He Went Viral Criticizing Them
Joe Rogan came to the defense of ICE days after his comments critical of the agency and its tactics was "highlighted" by media outlets and on social media.
The post Joe Rogan Defends ICE — Days After He Went Viral Criticizing Them first appeared on Mediaite.
dlvr.it
January 24, 2026 at 3:38 PM
A good reminder that anyone expecting consistency, logic or research from Rogan is a grade-A rube. Dude just riffs.
*
Who knows what this country will look like in 2028, but that’s when Los Angeles hosts the summer Olympics.
A German soccer federation executive committee member says it's time to consider a World Cup boycott because of the actions of U.S. President Donald Trump.
January 24, 2026 at 2:15 AM
*
Reposted by Brian Lowry
The latest episode of Power Lines is out.
This week, we discuss what Bari Weiss privately told select reporters about "60 Minutes," CNN guests torching MAGA pundit Scott Jennings, and Fox News encouraging Donald Trump's Greenland gambit.
Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/ZugwEP0jkk4?...
This week, we discuss what Bari Weiss privately told select reporters about "60 Minutes," CNN guests torching MAGA pundit Scott Jennings, and Fox News encouraging Donald Trump's Greenland gambit.
Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/ZugwEP0jkk4?...
January 23, 2026 at 10:55 PM
The latest episode of Power Lines is out.
This week, we discuss what Bari Weiss privately told select reporters about "60 Minutes," CNN guests torching MAGA pundit Scott Jennings, and Fox News encouraging Donald Trump's Greenland gambit.
Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/ZugwEP0jkk4?...
This week, we discuss what Bari Weiss privately told select reporters about "60 Minutes," CNN guests torching MAGA pundit Scott Jennings, and Fox News encouraging Donald Trump's Greenland gambit.
Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/ZugwEP0jkk4?...
Brett Ratner will attend the red-carpet premiere of a movie he directed next week, which might've seemed unthinkable after sexual-misconduct allegations in 2017. For his #MeToo rehab, the "Melania" director can thank two patrons: Donald Trump and Amazon www.status.news/p/melania-tr...
‘Melania’s’ Ratner Rehab
Once a Hollywood pariah over sexual misconduct allegations, Brett Ratner is resurfacing as director of Amazon’s Melania Trump documentary, sending an unmistakable signal in the MAGA era.
www.status.news
January 23, 2026 at 10:55 PM
Brett Ratner will attend the red-carpet premiere of a movie he directed next week, which might've seemed unthinkable after sexual-misconduct allegations in 2017. For his #MeToo rehab, the "Melania" director can thank two patrons: Donald Trump and Amazon www.status.news/p/melania-tr...
Reposted by Brian Lowry
A string of executive departures at Business Insider is raising questions about the health of the digital outlet as the company misses revenue targets and leadership attempts a high-stakes turnaround.
"The wheels are starting to come off."
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/business-i...
"The wheels are starting to come off."
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/business-i...
Business Insider’s Quiet Bleed
A string of executive departures is raising fresh questions about the health of the digital outlet. “The wheels are starting to come off,” one insider told Status.
www.status.news
January 23, 2026 at 3:47 AM
A string of executive departures at Business Insider is raising questions about the health of the digital outlet as the company misses revenue targets and leadership attempts a high-stakes turnaround.
"The wheels are starting to come off."
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/business-i...
"The wheels are starting to come off."
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/business-i...
No fair providing context, Joe.
Yes, and ABC World News Tonight averaged just under 11 million viewers, up from the roughly 8 million viewers it normally averages
You know why both were up Monday? Because NBC NIGHTLY NEWS was pre-empted by the NBA, and the news audience sampled other shows. More went to ABC.
You know why both were up Monday? Because NBC NIGHTLY NEWS was pre-empted by the NBA, and the news audience sampled other shows. More went to ABC.
January 23, 2026 at 1:34 AM
No fair providing context, Joe.
Reposted by Brian Lowry
Good that the magistrate shot them down. But "they tired to arrest Don Lemon" is still pretty goddamned bad.
A federal magistrate judge in Minnesota rejected a criminal complaint against Don Lemon for his coverage of the church protest "according to a source familiar with the matter, who described Bondi as 'enraged' by the decision."
www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
FBI and Homeland Security arrest two protesters who disrupted Minneapolis church service
Several organizers of the protest were calling for the resignation of a church pastor who they said works for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
www.nbcnews.com
January 22, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Good that the magistrate shot them down. But "they tired to arrest Don Lemon" is still pretty goddamned bad.
Reposted by Brian Lowry
As Washington Post leaders mingle in Davos, newsroom managers are preparing to make cuts to the staff and budgets, Status has learned, prompting a fresh wave of anxiety inside Jeff Bezos’ newspaper.
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/washington...
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/washington...
Pruning The Post
As Washington Post leaders mingle in Davos, newsroom managers are preparing to make cuts to the staff and budgets, Status has learned, prompting a fresh wave of anxiety inside Jeff Bezos’ newspaper.
www.status.news
January 22, 2026 at 3:26 AM
As Washington Post leaders mingle in Davos, newsroom managers are preparing to make cuts to the staff and budgets, Status has learned, prompting a fresh wave of anxiety inside Jeff Bezos’ newspaper.
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/washington...
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/washington...
Reposted by Brian Lowry
Reposted by Brian Lowry
Jennings is a moral monster who clearly has no center. I’m glad Kasky didn’t put up with it, but there’s really no point in going on this show or any show where you know he’ll be.
He’s just a liar and, frankly, a bully and a bigot.
He’s just a liar and, frankly, a bully and a bigot.
Kasky to Jennings: I understand that your job is predicated on just getting increasingly more demented every single week
January 20, 2026 at 5:15 AM
Jennings is a moral monster who clearly has no center. I’m glad Kasky didn’t put up with it, but there’s really no point in going on this show or any show where you know he’ll be.
He’s just a liar and, frankly, a bully and a bigot.
He’s just a liar and, frankly, a bully and a bigot.
Reposted by Brian Lowry
The search to replace POLITICO's top editor comes amid newsroom cuts and a talent exodus as insiders point to management troubles and buzz about who might be next for the top job.
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/politico-p...
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/politico-p...
POLITICO’s Messy Playbook
The search to replace John Harris as editor comes amid newsroom cuts and a talent exodus as insiders point to management troubles and buzz about who might be next for the top job.
www.status.news
January 20, 2026 at 2:51 AM
The search to replace POLITICO's top editor comes amid newsroom cuts and a talent exodus as insiders point to management troubles and buzz about who might be next for the top job.
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/politico-p...
Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/politico-p...
Reposted by Brian Lowry
If I'm your editor, the bar is going to be very high for reverting to the Rorschach test cliché in the New Yorker. Can't we do better? www.newyorker.com/magazine/202...
This is from their profile, "Inside Bari Weiss’s Hostile Takeover of CBS News."
This is from their profile, "Inside Bari Weiss’s Hostile Takeover of CBS News."
January 19, 2026 at 4:55 PM
If I'm your editor, the bar is going to be very high for reverting to the Rorschach test cliché in the New Yorker. Can't we do better? www.newyorker.com/magazine/202...
This is from their profile, "Inside Bari Weiss’s Hostile Takeover of CBS News."
This is from their profile, "Inside Bari Weiss’s Hostile Takeover of CBS News."