MTV.com, including its music, entertainment, and political reporting, has been wiped out by parent company Paramount, leaving only a placeholder site for reality shows. Writers express fury and sadness over the erasure of their work and the site's history.
Key Points
MTV.com's archives wiped out by Paramount, leaving only a placeholder site for reality shows.
Writers express frustration and sadness over the erasure of their work and the site's history.
Paramount's actions highlight the greed and lack of respect for journalism in corporate decisions.
Pros
Showbiz411.com continues to provide fact-based reporting on Hollywood, Broadway, and the music business.
Independent journalism is essential for providing unbiased news and information.
Cons
MTV.com's archives, including years of music and political reporting, have been deleted by Paramount.
Loss of valuable journalism and history as a result of corporate decisions.