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John Solberg to Depart FX as Publicity EVP in January 2026

His contract expiration comes after a tenure that reshaped FX’s media presence without being tied to Disney’s layoffs.

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Overview

  • Solberg informed FX staff in a June 11 memo that he will step down when his current publicity contract concludes in January 2026.
  • During his 28-plus years at FX, he rose from director of media relations to EVP of Publicity, overseeing campaigns for many of the network’s most acclaimed series.
  • He worked under four FX leaders and spent the last 21 years collaborating closely with Chairman John Landgraf to build a media strategy that netted hundreds of top awards for the network.
  • Solberg preserved his independence during Disney’s acquisition of Fox assets, continuing to report directly to Landgraf and remaining unaffected by corporate layoffs or buyout offers.
  • In his farewell memo, he thanked colleagues, family and his late wife Maeve for their unwavering support throughout his career at FX.