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Starz Exec Behind Outlander Exits
2 Oct
Summary
- Executive responsible for "Outlander" is leaving Starz.
- Starz is realigning its programming team around owned IP.
- Bailey declined a first-look producing deal from Starz.
Karen Bailey, an executive vice president of original programming at Starz, will exit the company at the end of the month. She was instrumental in bringing the popular series "Outlander" to the network, marking a significant achievement in her tenure since joining in 2006.
Bailey's departure coincides with Starz's strategic shift under Kathryn Busby. The company is re-aligning its originals team to prioritize owned intellectual property and expand its offerings, a move initiated after its separation from Lionsgate in May 2025. Bailey was also involved in developing other projects like "The White Queen" and "Gaslit."
Starz extended a first-look producing deal to Bailey ahead of her exit, but she declined the offer. Her contributions shaped many of Starz's original programs over the years, and she expressed gratitude for her time and the talented individuals she collaborated with.
