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Levy Exits Banijay's Endemol Shine After 10 Years
25 Sep
Summary
- Sharon Levy is leaving Endemol Shine North America after nearly a decade.
- Her departure follows the $8 billion merger between Banijay and All3Media.
- Levy previously led hit shows like 'Lego Masters' and 'MasterChef'.
Sharon Levy has departed Endemol Shine North America (ESNA) after nearly ten years with the company, most recently serving as CEO. Her exit follows the completion of the significant $8 billion merger between Banijay and All3Media earlier this summer. Ben Samek, CEO of Banijay Americas, will now oversee the combined U.S. operations of the production entity.
A spokesperson for Banijay Americas acknowledged Levy's integral role in developing ESNA into a creative powerhouse, highlighting her influence across Banijay America and the broader group. The statement credited Levy with building a diverse and robust portfolio of successful titles, including global franchises, IP extensions, and scripted dramas.
During her tenure, Levy led ESNA's output, which featured unscripted hits such as "Lego Masters," "MasterChef," and "Deal or No Deal," alongside the scripted Netflix series "Ripley." She initially joined Endemol Shine North America in 2017 as president of unscripted and scripted television, later becoming chief content officer in 2021 and CEO in 2023.
