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The ‘Kid’ Takes Over: David Ellison Becomes a Hollywood Colossus
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
David Ellison acquired controlling stakes in Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery through his investment firm Skydance Media. Ellison holds the position of CEO at Skydance. The acquisitions place him among the largest shareholders in two major entertainment companies as of 2025.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/22/business/media/david-ellison-hollywood-mega-mogul.html
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