Tennessee names Christopher Hansen interim corrections commissioner, separate from TV's Chris Hansen
The gist
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee appointed Christopher Hansen interim commissioner of the state's Department of Correction.
The appointment follows two botched executions under his predecessor, Frank Strada.
How it unfolded
- Aug 20, 2026Chris Hansen walked out of a screening of A24's 'Primetime' at the studio's Manhattan offices after declining to sign a nondisclosure agreement.
- Sep 23, 2026Hansen called 'Primetime,' which he hasn't seen, 'disrespectful' and announced a Simon & Schuster deal for thrillers rolling out in 2027.
- Sep 26, 2026'Primetime,' starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen, began its theatrical run.