George Cheeks
George Cheeks is a media executive who served as the CEO of CBS. He was instrumental in the network's efforts to diversify its writers' rooms, publicly announcing goals for increased BIPOC representation in 2020. His tenure has been marked by significant discussions around diversity, equity, and inclusion in the entertainment industry, particularly during a time of heightened scrutiny over such policies.
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George Cheeks, the company’s head of TV, also attended the Kennedy Centre Honours.
Trump stands in the middle as Netflix and Paramount vie for a Warner Bros megadeal
New Zealand· 2025-12-09
George Cheeks is the Paramount TV Media Chair to whom Tom Cibrowski reports.
CBS News staffers buzz over Bari Weiss appointment as editor in chief
United States· 2025-10-06
CBS CEO George Cheeks explained that the cancellation was due to economic challenges, not political reasons.
CBS Head Confirms Democrats Were Wrong About Colbert Show CancellationUnited States· 2025-08-09
George Cheeks spoke about canceling Colbert’s show during a press conference following a merger.
CBS honcho breaks silence on Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' cancellationUnited States· 2025-08-08
George Cheeks, CBS chief, explained that the cancellation of Colbert's show was due to financial headwinds.
‘The economics made it a challenge’: CBS boss talks Stephen Colbert cancellation | Stephen Colbert
United Kingdom· 2025-08-07
George Cheeks is the president of CBS who claimed the cancellation of the 'Late Show' was for financial reasons.
Trumps Angriff auf US-Medien | Luxemburger Wort
Luxembourg· 2025-07-22
George Cheeks, the president of CBS, stated that the closure is solely a financial decision.
Index - Kultúr - Több mint harminc év után megszűnik a legendás tévéműsor Donald Trump miatt
Hungary· 2025-07-19
George Cheeks, co-CEO of Paramount Global, announced the show's cancellation.
Steven Colbert anunció que CBS cancelará The Late Show después de 33 años y Trump va por la cabeza de otro histórico conductor
Uruguay· 2025-07-19
George Cheeks is the president and CEO of Paramount Global who announced the cancellation of Colbert's show.
Colbert cancellation a ‘financial decision,’ says Paramount CEO while Writers Guild calls for investigation
Canada· 2025-07-19
George Cheeks, CBS Co-CEO, stated that their admiration for Colbert made the decision to cancel the show even more difficult.
Stephen Colbert’s late-night show cancelled for ‘financial’ reasons - Culture
Pakistan· 2025-07-18George Cheeks is one of the executives who issued a statement regarding the cancellation.
CBS cancela programa de Stephen Colbert por razões “financeiras”: fim em Maio de 2026 | Televisão
Portugal· 2025-07-18George Cheeks, co-CEO of Paramount Global, issued a statement regarding the end of The Late Show.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to end in 2026 as CBS cancels show | Stephen ColbertUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-18George Cheeks explained that Paramount opted to settle the lawsuit to avoid unpredictable costs.
Trump settlement triggers ‘widespread distress’ at CBS News
Guyana· 2025-07-03
George Cheeks, CBS chief executive, stated that McMahon would remain at the network for a few weeks to support the transition.
CBS News chief forced out amid tensions with Trump
Australia· 2025-05-19
George Cheeks, co-CEO of Paramount Global, thanked McMahon for her leadership following her resignation.
CBS News boss exits amid Trump pressureUnited States· 2025-05-19
George Cheeks was the then-CBS CEO who announced efforts for BIPOC representation in writers' rooms.
CBS, Paramount settle discrimination lawsuit amid ongoing legal chaosUnited States· 2025-04-24
