David Zaslav is the CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). Zaslav is based in the United States. Zaslav was born in 1960 in Rockland County and educated at Binghamton University and Boston University School of Law.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Warner Bros. Discovery's merger with Paramount, which moved toward closure after settlement of antitrust litigation with regulatory authorities and states in late September 2026. The headlines also reflect internal turbulence at the combined entity and separate scrutiny of David Zaslav's compensation arrangements, including a substantial severance package that drew criticism from proxy advisors.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- January 15, 1960 · Rockland County
- Citizenship
- United States
- Education
- Binghamton University, Boston University School of Law
- Awards
- Time 100, Trustees Award
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David Zaslav: FAQ
- What company does David Zaslav lead?
- David Zaslav is CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery.
- Where was David Zaslav educated?
- David Zaslav studied at Binghamton University, Boston University School of Law.