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Brad Grey, head of the New Paramount™, has finally and officially announced that he's taking Gail Berman as his studio bride; the couple can now openly skip hand-in-hand around the lot on Melrose, hatching schemes to make their movies better appeal to the MTV demographic so relentlessly served by their corporate masters at Viacom. She's been awarded the title of president, a big improvement over the vaguely scatological "Grey's number two" position that she's had to endure the past week while things were being finalized. Grey's e-mail to his Paramount underlings follows, and we're feeling generous, so we'll spare you a reprint of the press release (you can read the trades for those). There's nothing left to do but watch Grey and Berman high-five each other while wishing a cheery "See you in hell!" to ousted/downgraded president Donald DeLine.

It is my great pleasure to officially announce Gail Berman as President of Paramount Pictures. I've known and admired Gail for over ten years and feel extremely fortunate that she will be joining us here as we set out to chart a new course for the studio. Gail's experience and track record tell the story of a producer and executive who well knows her way around the entertainment industry and creative community, and as I'm sure you've heard, has enormous respect from all areas of our business. Please read the attached release...

Additionally, I wanted to let you all know that we continue to be in discussions with Donald DeLine about his future. Donald is an exceptionally talented producer and executive who brought a great energy and enthusiasm to the studio. It's clear that no matter what he decides to do he will continue his extraordinarily successful track record. Change is never easy and I know that some of you may be feeling unsettled as we go down this new path together. I want you to know that I understand your concerns and I appreciate your support as we create a new and exciting future for this great studio. As I walk around the lot and talk to the many talented and creative people here, time and again, I hear a sense of optimism and commitment.

I want to thank you all for the enthusiastic welcome you have given me and for the positive energy that you continue to bring to the movies you are developing, creating, and marketing. Thanks again for your dedication.