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DAVID ZASLAV UPSET NEARLY EVERYONE IN HOLLYWOOD. GET READY FOR THE PLOT TWIST.

Authors :
ADAMCZYK, ALICIA
SAMUEL, MAIA
Source :
Fortune; Dec2023/Jan2024, Vol. 188 Issue 3, p96-102, 7p, 4 Color Photographs
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

David Zaslav, the CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, has faced criticism from Hollywood for his cost-cutting measures and focus on appeasing shareholders. One incident that caused backlash was the removal of the executive leadership team of Turner Classic Movies. While Zaslav has been ranked as one of the most overpaid CEOs, his efforts to reduce the company's debt have been praised by analysts. However, some argue that his approach doesn't align with the creative nature of the entertainment industry, and his success will depend on the quality of the content produced by his company. [Extracted from the article]

Subjects

Subjects :
CHIEF executive officers

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00158259
Volume :
188
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Fortune
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
173878384