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Skydance formation through Paramount and Warner merger

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Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery have officially completed their US$ 111 billion merger to form a new entertainment conglomerate named Skydance. Led by Chairman and CEO David Ellison and Co-CEO Ynon Kreiz, the entity aims to compete with industry giants like Netflix and Disney by combining massive libraries, including HBO Max, Paramount+, DC Comics, and franchises such as Harry Potter and Game of Thrones. The merger integrates major film studios, television networks, and gaming divisions, such as Paramount Games Studio and Warner Bros. Games. It also brings together major news organizations CBS News and CNN under one corporate umbrella. While Ellison has pledged that these news outlets will maintain “full editorial autonomy,” the consolidation has sparked debate regarding media concentration and influence. To preserve the legacies of the original studios, Skydance serves as a holding company, allowing the Paramount and Warner Bros. brands to maintain distinct identities. Leadership has indicated that the streaming platforms HBO Max and Paramount+ will continue to operate as separate services for the time being. Leadership developments include the appointment of Bobby Kotick as an Independent Director and former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair as an advisor. Additionally, Skydance has consolidated its publishing and consumer products divisions under Josh Silverman, positioning the company as the world’s second-largest media and entertainment licensor. Silverman. Other key executives executive appointments include Casey Bloys, JB Perrette, Jay Askinasi as Chief Revenue Officer of Advertising, David Decker as President of Content Sales, and George Cheeks in various leadership roles. Ray Hopkins as President of Distribution. The company's board also includes Laurene Powell Jobs. Internationally, the merger has faced regulatory scrutiny, such as the Polish government’s review of TVN ownership. Amidst these transitions, Gerhard Zeiler, former president of Warner Bros. Discovery International, is departing the company to pursue political ambitions in Austria.

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  1. 2026-10-10 13:25 UTC Skydance formation through Paramount and Warner merger
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