MSG Entertainment Names Deirdre Latour Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE:MSGE) (“MSG Entertainment”) today announced that Deirdre Latour, a seasoned communications executive with more than 25 years of industry experience, has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer, effective January 3. Ms. Latour will oversee all external communications and public relations activities across MSG Entertainment’s portfolio of assets, as well as Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE:MSGS) (“MSG Sports”).

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A leader in live entertainment, MSG Entertainment features renowned venues, entertainment brands, and regional sports and entertainment networks. The Company has also unveiled plans for state-of-the-art venues, called MSG Sphere, and is currently building its first venue in Las Vegas. MSG Sports is a professional sports company featuring teams including the New York Knicks and Rangers.

As head of the Communications department, Ms. Latour will be responsible for leading all communications functions, including public relations activities for venues, live entertainment and productions, and sports teams; financial reporting; issues management; and other corporate matters. She will be charged with directing the development and execution of effective strategies that advance the Companies’ key priorities, strengthen its brands, and protect its assets. As a member of the executive management team she will also provide senior counsel to ensure that all activities support key business objectives and will serve as chief spokesperson on important press matters.

Jim Dolan, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of MSG Entertainment, said: “We are pleased to welcome Deirdre to MSG. We have some of the most recognizable entertainment and sports properties in the world – which garner significant media interest. Her experience developing and executing successful communications strategies on a global stage will be an asset as both MSG Entertainment and MSG Sports continue to pursue their respective growth plans.”