HBO Signs New Deal With Bill Simmons | THR News

Bill Simmons, a prominent figure in sports journalism, continues to focus on creating sports-themed content, including documentaries and series. His recent success with the 'Andre the Giant' documentary on HBO, which became the most-watched in HBO Sports history, has solidified his partnership with the network. Despite a less successful talk show, Simmons' podcast network, The Ringer, has grown significantly. He plans to expand into films with Ringer Films, with announcements expected later this year.

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