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WBD and Paramount merger set to finalize with new Skydance name

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 5:36 PM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

WBD and Paramount merger set to finalize with new Skydance name

Summary

The merger between Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and Paramount is on track to complete on October 6. David Ellison has announced that the new name for the combined entity will be Skydance, reflecting his original film production company. Ellison will serve as Chairman and CEO, while former Mattel CEO Ynon Kreiz will join as co-CEO. The merger faced legal challenges but was recently cleared after a settlement. The broader implications for professional wrestling, including All Elite Wrestling's status, remain uncertain, though Tony Khan expressed optimism about his relationship with Ellison.

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Market Watch

•Merger between WBD and Paramount finalized on October 6.
•New company named Skydance, announced by David Ellison.
•Ellison becomes Chairman and CEO of Skydance.
•Former Mattel CEO Ynon Kreiz joins as co-CEO on October 5.
•The merger faced legal hurdles prior to settlement.

Latest Updates

5:36 PMWrestling Inc — New Name For Merged WBD-Paramount Revealed As Deal Is Set To Finalize

What they're saying

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The merger between WBD and Paramount is expected to be finalized on October 6. Ahead of the merger being made official, David Ellison has revealed the new name.
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Samantha Schipman)

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