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Chris McCarthy in Talks to Join NBCUniversal to Oversee Taylor Sheridan Relationship

The prospective reunion positions a trusted former partner to guide Sheridan’s transition to NBCUniversal.

Overview

  • Trade reports say former Paramount co-CEO Chris McCarthy is in discussions to join NBCUniversal to help manage its relationship with Taylor Sheridan.
  • Sheridan’s five-year overall for film, TV and streaming at NBCUniversal is reported to take effect on January 1, 2029, following the end of his Paramount TV deal in 2028.
  • Producing partner David Glasser and 101 Studios have a separate NBCUniversal agreement slated to start in early 2026 after current Paramount obligations are completed.
  • Existing Sheridan series, including Yellowstone-related titles, are expected to remain with Paramount under current ownership and contractual terms.
  • McCarthy previously oversaw Sheridan’s slate at Paramount and negotiated his earlier overall deal there before departing the company this year after the Skydance-led change in control.