Skydance pledges CNN editorial independence after merger

David Ellison backs CNN’s Trump lawsuit, pledges editorial independence

CNN • 10月06日 20:32

David Ellison, chief executive of Skydance, said the company will not interfere with CNN's coverage and affirmed support for the network's lawsuit to regain White House access.

Mark Thompson to remain CNN chairman as Ellisons take control of Warner Bros. Discovery

CNN • 10月05日 12:52

Mark Thompson will continue as chairman and editor-in-chief of CNN after the Ellison family’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, now merged into Skydance, which announced its leadership structure and affirmed editorial independence.

Mark Thompson’s CNN Talks Raise the Stakes for Bari Weiss

thewrap.com • 10月02日 13:18

Paramount is discussing a new contract to retain Mark Thompson as CEO of CNN, while the future role of CBS News head Bari Weiss remains uncertain as the companies consider how to integrate their news operations.

David Ellison Wants Mark Thompson To Remain At CNN After Merger Deal Closes

Deadline • 10月01日 16:03

Paramount Pictures chief David Ellison is in early talks to retain CNN CEO Mark Thompson following the pending Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition, aiming to provide stability for the network.

Paramount, CNN Chief Mark Thompson in Discussions to Keep Him in Post

Variety • 10月01日 15:39

Paramount Skydance is in preliminary discussions with CNN CEO Mark Thompson about retaining him through his contract, which runs until 2027, as the company navigates its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.