Amelia Brown has been named chief executive officer of Fremantle’s business in the UK.
In the role, Brown will oversee the strategic direction of UK corporate functions as well as the output of labels Thames, Talkback and Naked – the producers of programming including “Britain’s Got Talent,” “Too Hot To Handle,” “Never Mind the Buzzcocks,” “QI,” “The Apprentice” and “The Rap Game UK.” Majority investment Label 1 (“Hospital,” “World’s Collide: The Manchester Bombing”) will also report to Brown.
“I am thrilled to be taking on this role to lead the UK and I am beyond proud and excited to champion our incredible people and best-in-class programming,” Brown said in a statement. “Having worked here for twenty years, I know that this is a very special place that celebrates creativity; I can’t wait to work with our brilliant teams as we are lucky enough to have some of the very best programme makers and continue to grow Fremantle UK.”
Brown replaces Simon Andreae, who stepped down from his role as CEO in April following misconduct complaints.
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