Paramount, CNN Chief Mark Thompson in ‘Early Stages’ of Discussions to Keep Him in Post

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What happened

Paramount Skydance and CNN chief Mark Thompson are in the “early stages” of discussions that could keep him as the leader of the news giant, according to a person familiar with the matter, a sign that the company is likely to keep CBS News and CNN ap…

Key facts

  • Reported by Variety and published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:39:59 UTC.

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  1. Paramount, CNN Chief Mark Thompson in ‘Early Stages’ of Discussions to Keep Him in Post

  2. George Cheeks May Be Poised for Expanded TV Role at Skydance Post Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger

  3. Post-Merger Skydance Keeping Both HBO Max & Paramount+ Streaming Brands

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