Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery to be named Skydance

· Politics · United States

David Ellison said the combined Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery will be named Skydance, completing a full circle after two major acquisitions in 18 months. Ynon Kreiz was named co-CEO to run the merged company.

Why it matters：The merger creates a new Hollywood giant and reshapes competition among studios and streaming platforms, with private capital playing a growing role.

Key points

  • The combined company will be named Skydance
  • Ynon Kreiz was appointed co-CEO
  • The deal follows two major acquisitions in 18 months

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