Lionsgate Promotes David Edwards to Global Marketing Executive VP

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Angelique Jackson Veteran PR executive Eric Kops has been officially named head of global communications and earned media for Lionsgate’s motion picture group.The announcement was made Thursday by Marisa Liston, Lionsgate’s president of global marketing, to whom Kops will report.Kops will oversee global feature film publicity on all wide theatrical releases, multi-platform releases and catalog, through the full cycle of their campaigns; he also will oversee strategic communications for the motion picture group as a whole. Kops has been unofficially serving in the role since last year, when Liston was promoted from the job to lead the global marketing department.“Eric could not be more respected for his creativity, intelligence, experience, and leadership skills, which made him the perfect choice to head up the department,” stated Liston, announcing the official move.

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Linda Robson has revealed that her son was "devastated" to miss Jamal Edwards' funeral after he tested positive for Covid last week.The TV star, 64, appeared on Wednesday's Loose Women where the panellists discussed the topic "do we still have a moral duty to self-isolate?" It comes after Loose Women star Brenda Edwards tragically lost her SB.TV founder son Jamal last month at the tender age of 31 after a "sudden illness". Talking on Wednesday's show, Linda revealed that her "devastated" son, Louis Dunford, missed Jamal's funeral due to testing positive for Covid.

Jamal Edwards have set up The Jamal Edwards Self Belief Trust in his memory.The hugely influential SB.TV founder passed away in London last month at the age of 31. Ed Sheeran, Chelsea FC and Dave were among those to pay tribute to Edwards.The Jamal Edwards Self Belief Trust has now been launched by his family to “honour [Edwards’] memory and continue his legacy”.Edwards’ mother Brenda shared a link to a GoFundMe page earlier this morning (March 30), which explains more about the aims of the trust.“Jamal no longer being here has left a huge impact on the lives of his family, friends and all those he supported and lifted in his unique and humble way,” the page’s accompanying statement reads.

Brenda Edwards has announced the launch of the Jamal Edwards Self Belief Trust foundation following the music entrepreneur's death last month.MORE: Brenda Edwards breaks silence to share beautiful photo with son Jamal EdwardsSBTV founder Jamal died aged 31 following a suspected heart attack. And on Wednesday, Loose Women panellist Brenda revealed the details of the new charity which will "support those causes that mattered most to Jamal".WATCH: Brenda Edwards sings at son Jamal's vigil in heartbreaking momentA statement from Brenda, her daughter Tanisha and their family read: "Jamal no longer being here has left a huge impact on the lives of his family, friends and all those he supported and lifted in his unique and humble way.MORE: Christine Lampard and Ruth Langsford left 'devastated' as they rally round Brenda EdwardsREAD: Brenda Edwards sings at son Jamal's vigil in heartbreaking moment"Jamal lived his life staying true to himself, providing a platform for all to showcase what made them special whilst encouraging all to believe in themselves to achieve their full potential."Thanking fans for the support over the past few weeks, the message continued: "We have been so touched by the messages of support we have received from people from all walks of life who have positive stories to tell of Jamal’s generosity which he gave with no expectation of reciprocity."The Jamal Edwards Self Belief Trust has been set up with an objective to support those causes that mattered most to Jamal.

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Jamal Edwards, has shared a touching tribute to her son on the first Mother’s Day since his death.Jamal, whose SB.TV channel helped to launch the careers of artists like Ed Sheeran, Dave and Jessie J, died on February 20 at the age of 31. Brenda later confirmed that Jamal had died from a “sudden illness”.In a statement following his death, Brenda described her son as the “centre of [her] world” and called him “an inspiration to myself and so many”.“Our love for him lives on, his legacy lives on. Long live Jamal Edwards MBE, MBA, PhD,” she added.Earlier today (March 27), Brenda took to Instagram to celebrate the life of her son on the first Mother’s Day since his passing.

Brenda Edwards shared a heartfelt message to social media on Sunday, as she marked her first Mother's Day since the death of her son Jamal.The Loose Women panellist took to Instagram, where she posted a collage of photos of herself and her son, as well as some childhood pictures featuring Brenda's daughter Tanisha, now 27.SEE: Brenda Edwards breaks silence to share beautiful photo with son Jamal EdwardsJamal tragically died last month at the age of just 31 following a sudden illness.

Brenda Edwards has shared a heart-wrenching series of pictures dedicated to her late son Jamal Edwards and the rest of her family as she marks an incredibly painful first Mother's Day without him.The 53 year old Loose Women star lost her son at the tender age of 31 last month. Posting a beautiful collage of her family together, Brenda captioned the post: "Always and Forever." Friends and colleague flocked to the comments to share their support for the grieving mother of two.

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Lionsgate has promoted David Edwards, who has been with the studio since 2012, to the role of executive vice president, Global Marketing. He will oversee creative, digital and strategy for Lionsgate’s global motion picture marketing department and report to Marisa Liston, president of Global Marketing.

Lionsgate has promoted David Edwards to Executive Vice President, Global Marketing. In his new role at the studio, he will report to President of Global Marketing, Marisa Liston, overseeing creative, digital and strategy for its global motion picture marketing department.