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Byron Allen Expands Media Empire

Updated 2026-05-14 22:35 UTC 1 source Positive

Byron Allen is expanding his media empire by acquiring BuzzFeed and taking over a CBS time slot. He also expressed interest in buying Starz, signaling significant moves in the entertainment industry.

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Byron Allen on How He Plans to Use BuzzFeed to Create a ‘Premier Global Free Streaming Service,’ What It Means to Be Taking Over Colbert’s CBS Time Slot and Why He Wants to Buy Starz

With two recent deals, Byron Allen has elevated his profile in both late-night TV and the digital media space. He’s about to take control of struggling media company BuzzFeed, and next week he is getting the the CBS time slot that is being vacated this month by “The Late Show With Stephe

2026-05-14 21:48 UTC