Foxtel To Close Down MTV In Australia Amidst Streaming Shift
This development follows the recent news that viewers will also miss out on children’s favourites, Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. MTV has been a beloved destination for fans of reality TV series such as Geordie Shore, Teen Mom, and The Hills New Beginnings. The distribution of all three channels to Foxtel was overseen by Paramount ANZ. A Foxtel spokesperson explained the decision, noting the drastic shifts in viewing patterns over recent years. “With audiences flocking to on-demand and streaming options, and an increasing array of third-party apps now a part of Foxtel, our channel offerings have been adapting to reflect these new habits,” While MTV’s reality content may be departing, music enthusiasts can take solace. MTV’s musical channels will continue to be accessible to Foxtel subscribers, with MTV Classic set to undergo a rebranding as ‘MTV 80’s’ from the start of August. The departure of MTV reality programming from Foxtel comes at the same time industry speculation is i
