David Ellison
David Ellison is the CEO of Paramount.
Notable Quotes
"The merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery presents an opportunity to revitalize Hollywood and the industry at large by creating greater competition that benefits consumers, theaters, and workers alike."View Story →
"Whatever upside Plaintiffs might see in such an outcome, it is not a procompetitive one."View Story →
"Ellison, chief executive of Paramount Skydance, has pledged to keep Paramount and Warner Bros. as standalone movie studio operations."View Story →
"Pleased WBD's Board has unanimously affirmed the superior value of our offer, which delivers to WBD shareholders superior value, certainty and speed to closing."View Story →
"a vision of Hollywood that 'no longer exists'"View Story →
"nobody can dictate what audiences will love"View Story →
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June 12, 2026US Justice Department clears Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros - Reuters
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June 12, 2026California to decide soon whether it will seek to block Paramount deal - Reuters
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June 5, 2026CBS News shuts down radio service after nearly 100 years
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March 20, 2026What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming, cinemas and news
If Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.
February 27, 2026Exclusive: Warner Bros signs $110 billion deal with Paramount, its executive discloses in townhall - Reuters
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February 27, 2026Paramount set for $111bn Warner Bros takeover after Netflix drops bid
Netflix's decision to back down from the bidding war clears the path for Paramount to win the takeover battle.
February 27, 2026Paramount boosts Warner Bros offer to rival Netflix in takeover bid
Warner Bros says the latest proposal could convince it to abandon the deal it struck with Netflix.
February 25, 2026Celebrity doctor Peter Attia steps down from CBS over Epstein links
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February 24, 2026Paramount submits higher offer for Warner Bros Discovery in bid to block Netflix, source says - Reuters
Paramount submits higher offer for Warner Bros Discovery in bid to block Netflix, source says Reuters
February 23, 2026Netflix boss defends bid for Warner Bros as Paramount deadline looms
Ted Sarandos says his company's offer is better for industry growth as it is "buying assets we don't currently have".
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