Variety’s 2026 NYC Power List Highlights Mamdani, Knicks, and Media Shifts
Variety’s 2026 New York Legends Power List identifies key figures shaping the city’s culture, politics, and media landscape. The list features Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the newly crowned NBA champions, and major entertainment executives. It highlights the impact of the Knicks’ championship run, the political prominence of Democratic Socialists, and significant shifts in news and entertainment leadership, including the rise of Fox News and changes at CNN and CBS News.