HBO says it has struck a multi-year, multi-platform deal with the multi-faceted Bill Simmons. The network said Wednesday that under the deal, which begins in October, HBO will be Simmons’ exclusive television home. Among other projects, Simmons will host a weekly talk show premiering next year. It will feature stories and guests from across the sports and cultural landscapes. A top personality at ESPN until they parted ways in May, Simmons has served as a sports columnist, TV host and analyst, and best-selling author. He was also the founding editor of the Grantland.com website.
