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New publisher for H'wood Reporter.(John Kilcullen appointed)(Brief article)
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In the latest revamp of the Hollywood Reporter masthead, VNU has named John Kilcullen as the paper's publisher, replacing Tony Uphoff, who had been in the position for less than a year.
Kilcullen, who had been publisher of Billboard, will relocate from Gotham to L.A. In addition to serving as prexy of VNU's film and performing arts group, his corporate portfolio will continue to include oversight of VNU's music, literary and jewelry brands, including Billboard, Back Stage, Kirkus Reviews and National Jeweler.
Kilcullen is the third exec to hold the Reporter's publisher ...
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