MTV Entertainment Studios President Keith Cox Steps Down After 20 Years
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Keith Cox, president of MTV Entertainment Studios, is stepping down from his position after 20 years with Paramount brands. His departure was announced in internal notes to Paramount employees. Following Cox's exit, two vice presidents will report to Carolyn Harris, head of Current programming.
Facts First
- Keith Cox is stepping down as president of MTV Entertainment Studios after 20 years with Paramount.
- He was responsible for picking up Taylor Sheridan's 'Yellowstone' at Paramount Network.
- Cox helped launch series for Paramount+ and oversaw hits like 'Younger', 'Hot in Cleveland', and 'Emily in Paris'.
- Paramount Television Studios vice presidents Antonia Covault and Todd Baynes will report to Carolyn Harris following his departure.
- Cox joined the company in 2006 at the TV Land network and oversaw the rebranding of Spike TV to Paramount Network in 2018.
What Happened
Keith Cox, president of MTV Entertainment Studios, is stepping down after 20 years with Paramount brands. Paramount Television Studios president Matt Thunell and Cox announced the news in notes to Paramount employees on Thursday. Following Cox's departure, Paramount Television Studios vice presidents Antonia Covault and Todd Baynes will report to Carolyn Harris, head of Current programming.
Why this Matters to You
If you're a fan of shows like 'Yellowstone', 'Emily in Paris', or 'Younger', Cox was a key executive behind their development. His departure could signal a shift in the types of series greenlit by Paramount brands, which may affect the slate of new shows you see on Paramount Network and Paramount+ in the future.
What's Next
Paramount Television Studios vice presidents Antonia Covault and Todd Baynes will now report to Carolyn Harris, head of Current programming. This leadership change comes as Paramount prepares to integrate Warner Bros. Discovery following a pending acquisition, which could lead to further organizational shifts.