Weeters 1749 Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 NBC Universal CEO Jeff Zucker stated in an email sent to all company employees that the purchase of NBC Universal by Comcast is expected to be given the "green light" by government regulators in January 2011. The transaction is expected to close shortly after. "As the year draws to a close, I wanted to extend to you, and your loved ones, the happiest of holidays and wish you each a very Happy New Year. "This has been a fantastic year for our company, on both creative and business levels. "Whether you think about the unbelievably successful Vancouver Olympics ... the worldwide sensation of the despicably adorable Minions ... Butterbeer and Chocolate Frogs flying off the shelves at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter ... and so much more ... 2010 was a year to remember for NBC Universal. And that is a complete tribute to each of you, whose hard work and dedication has made it all possible. Like the entire media industry, we are not without our challenges, but we are as well situated for them as anyone. Thanks to you. "As you know, we are still awaiting government approval of the new joint venture between Comcast and GE, which will mark a whole new era for NBC Universal. We have made substantial progress this month with both the FCC and the Department of Justice, and expect that we will get a 'green light' in January. The official close of the transaction would happen shortly after government approval. Until then, of course, business continues as normal. And we will give you frequent updates once the new year begins. "Meanwhile, I do hope that each of you will find some time in these next few weeks to be with family and loved ones, and to remember how fortunate we are. "I send you my best wishes, wherever you are, for a wonderful holiday and very Happy New Year." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseyfla 193 Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 It better free up Comcast Sports Net Philly for satellite subscribers soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAVY 10 Fan 232 Posted December 29, 2010 Share Posted December 29, 2010 "This has been a fantastic year for our company, on both creative and business levels" Probably accurate for everything except for the fact NBC's still a mess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamTheJ 87 Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Well, is there any way I could stop NBC from renaming all of their O&O's "NBC (insert city name)"? Also, How could I get WNBC to do away with that awful LX NY show? AND create a 4pm News before WABC does? STOP RUINING THE COMPLEXION OF NBC NOW!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevieboy247 42 Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Well I just hope the Comcast Execs don't ruin NBC any further like that coward Jeff Zucker did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PelicanGuy 117 Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 CBS News.com reports that the FCC has given approval to the deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WCAUTVNBC10 408 Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Well, is there any way I could stop NBC from renaming all of their O&O's "NBC (insert city name)"? Have no fear. WCAU is remaining "NBC 10 Philadelphia" (see corresponding thread in the Philly forum). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swillh2k2 203 Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 It's a done deal. DoJ has joined the FCC in approving it. http://money.cnn.com/2011/01/18/technology/fcc_comcast_nbc/index.htm?hpt=T2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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