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Ellison's Kids: Hollywood Moguls Born from Billionaire's Legacy
10 Dec, 2025
Summary
- David and Megan Ellison are children of Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison.
- Both siblings achieved success as film producers, launching companies.
- Megan made history with two Best Picture Oscar nominations in one year.
David and Megan Ellison, the children of Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, have independently forged successful careers in Hollywood as prominent film producers.
Following their parents' divorce, the siblings were raised by their mother, Barbara Boothe, who instilled in them a deep appreciation for cinema. Both David and Megan pursued their passion for filmmaking, dropping out of college to establish their own production companies, Annapurna Pictures and Skydance Media, respectively.
Megan achieved historic recognition, becoming the first woman nominated for two Best Picture Academy Awards in the same year for her work on 'Her' and 'American Hustle.' David's Skydance Media has produced major blockbusters, and in 2025, he merged his company with Paramount, assuming the role of CEO and chairman.
