Sony Pictures Entertainment chairman has confirmed a bid for Paramount Global, citing a desire for intellectual property (IP). Meanwhile, Barry Diller revealed that he ended his bid for Paramount because he ultimately did not desire it. Diller also mentioned that his interest in Paramount Global “unquestionably” influenced Skydance to finalize its merger with the media company.
Barry Diller Says He Ended Paramount Bid Because “I Decided That I Didn’t Really Desire It” https://t.co/yMB6VTaHie via @thr
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Barry Diller said his interest in Paramount Global “unquestionably” pushed Skydance to close its merger with the media company https://t.co/8X4fES3rzf