Brief
Warner Bros. announces departure of Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy
The two heads of Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group are exiting amid the pending Paramount‑Skydance merger.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Warner Bros. confirmed that Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy are leaving their roles as heads of the Motion Picture Group, an insider told The Hollywood Reporter. Their exit comes as Paramount Skydance moves toward a $111 billion merger with Warner Bros., expected to close on Oct. 6. The combined entity will be called Skydance, with David Ellison slated to lead. Sources said De Luca and Abdy have discussed possible next steps at Netflix. Their tenure, which began in 2022, featured hits such as the $960 million Minecraft movie and the $370 million "Sinners," alongside under‑performers like the upcoming Tom Cruise comedy "Digger," projected to open with $8‑$15 million.
Key facts
- Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy are exiting Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- Their departure coincides with the pending $111 billion Paramount‑Skydance merger. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- The merger is expected to be finalized on Oct. 6, 2026, creating a studio called Skydance. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- De Luca and Abdy have reportedly explored a future role at Netflix. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- "Digger," a Tom Cruise comedy slated for release, is projected to open with $8‑$15 million. (hollywoodreporter.com)
Sources
- [1] hollywoodreporter.com — originally reported as “Michael De Luca, Pamela Abdy Out at Warner Bros.”
