Fox Entertainment Promotes Rob Wade To CEO

Wade’s experience lies mostly in unscripted, so what kind of impact his promotion will have on animation is hard to predict. Although it has been reported that a main reason for his rapid rise through the Fox ranks in recent years has been his penchant for fiscal responsibility; so perhaps there may be a tightening of the belt on the way.

“Since the formation of FOX Entertainment, Rob has been an integral part of the leadership team responsible for delivering on its long-term strategy of creating an independent media company built on broadcast, developing an owned content portfolio, and maintaining a disciplined in-house infrastructure,” said Murdoch. “Given Rob’s sharp creative instincts and proven operational acumen, he is well-suited to lead Fox Entertainment in what promises to be an exciting next chapter in its rich history.”

Wade added: “I am honored to be entrusted with leading Fox Entertainment into the future with an exceptionally talented team, whom I know very well, as we build and expand on Fox’s legacy of storytelling excellence, entrepreneurial energy, and innovation. It’s a transformative time across the global entertainment landscape, presenting limitless opportunity and, above all, creativity, making the outlook ahead bright and exhilarating.”