Shine America In Global Deal With Nigel Lythgoe

Shine America has entered into an exclusive, multi-year production partnership with Nigel Lythgoe Productions to develop and produce entertainment franchises for the Shine Group for the global TV marketplace

Lythgoe is executive producer of American Idol and he’s a creator, executive producer and judge on So You Think You Can Dance.

The deal takes effect on Jan. 1, 2013.

“Nigel is clearly one of the world’s leading television producers, with an un-matched track record in TV programming both here in the U.S. and in the UK,” said Shine America CEO Rich Ross. “We are thrilled to welcome Nigel and his team to the Shine family and we look forward to developing the next wave of entertainment franchises together.”

Shine America produces series including The Biggest Loser.