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YouTube TV viewers can no longer see Disney channels including ABC and ESPN after the two sides failed to agree on a new content distribution deal.
The ongoing carriage dispute between YouTube TV and Disney has entered its third week, leaving millions of subscribers without access to major channels like ABC, ESPN, FX, Freeform, and National Geographic. The blackout began on Oct. 30 after contract negotiations between the two media giants failed to result in a new agreement.
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Disney, YouTube TV both losing big on channel blackout
Analysts from Morgan Stanley have estimated that Disney is losing almost $4.3 million per day by not collecting carriage fees from YouTube TV. That number adds up quickly and means that the House of Mouse has lost an estimated $60 million since the blackout started.
YouTube TV viewers have lost access to Disney channels, including ABC and ESPN, after contract talks broke down. Other channels like the Disney Channel, FX, and Nat Geo have also
YouTube TV's customers have been unable to watch ABC, ESPN and other Disney channels for two weeks. Could a resolution come this week?
"YouTube TV and Disney couldn't agree to terms on a new contract resulting in Disney removing its channels from the streaming service."