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Yannick Bolloré is the CEO of Vivendi. Bolloré is based in France. Bolloré was born in 1980 in Neuilly-sur-Seine and educated at Paris Dauphine University and Saint-Jean de Passy.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Yannick Bolloré's leadership across Vivendi and Havas during a period of significant corporate restructuring. Headlines document the planned break-up of Vivendi into separate entities, with Bolloré positioned to lead major spinoffs, alongside developments in Havas operations including a music label launch through UMG's Virgin Music Group and Bolloré's denials of takeover discussions. Coverage has also addressed a French court case regarding the Bolloré family's control of Vivendi's restructuring plans.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- February 1, 1980 · Neuilly-sur-Seine
- Citizenship
- France
- Education
- Paris Dauphine University, Saint-Jean de Passy
- Awards
- Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, Young Global Leaders
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In the News
- Music Business Worldwide·
Havas, led by Yannick Bolloré, launches label via UMG’s Virgin Music Group
- Il Sole 24 ORE·
'Havas still bets on Italia and in Mfe silent and satisfied shareholders'
- Reuters·
Vivendi's net asset value falls to 5.5 billion euros after telecom stakes sales
- CES.tech·
C Space Keynote: Havas
- Reuters·
Explainer: What's at stake in Bolloré's court case on Vivendi control?
- The Times·
French court set to rule on Bolloré family’s break-up of Vivendi
- MediaNews4U·
Havas CEO Yannick Bolloré Flatly Denies Talks With WPP, Cooling Takeover Rumours After Sharp Share Rally
- CES.tech·
Havas CEO and Vivendi Chairman to Share Bold Vision for Human-AI Creativity in CES 2026 Keynote
- Bloomberg.com·
Vivendi Split Makes Yannick Bolloré Chairman of Biggest Spinoffs
- The Hollywood Reporter·
Vivendi Board Approves Split Into Four Companies, Sets December Shareholder Vote
- variety.com·
Yannick Bolloré - Variety500 - Top 500 Entertainment Business Leaders
- ADWEEK·
The King Stay the King: Yannick Bolloré to Run Both Vivendi and Havas
Yannick Bolloré: FAQ
- What company does Yannick Bolloré lead?
- Yannick Bolloré is CEO of Vivendi.
- Where was Yannick Bolloré educated?
- Yannick Bolloré studied at Paris Dauphine University, Saint-Jean de Passy.