All articles tagged with #cindy holland
Cindy Holland has resigned as Paramount’s direct-to-consumer chief, clearing the path for HBO head Casey Bloys to lead the combined streaming operations following the pending merger with Warner Bros. Discovery.
Cindy Holland has resigned as Chair of Direct-to-Consumer at Paramount Skydance, effective September 29, 2026. Her departure resolves the leadership question for the combined streaming platform following the pending acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). Paramount CEO David Ellison chose to retain Casey Bloys, head of HBO, to lead the merged entity, prioritizing stability in the HBO brand. Holland, who joined Paramount in January 2025 to advise on the WBD deal and revitalize Paramount+, cited Ellison’s strategic direction as the reason for her exit. She supported the decision, noting that the combined service would benefit from Bloys’ leadership. Holland’s tenure saw record subscriber growth and content expansion for Paramount+, but her departure raises questions for her senior team, including Paramount+ Head of Originals Jane Wiseman. The move occurs as the $111 billion merger faces legal challenges and significant debt financing.