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Les Moonves
NameLes Moonves
Birth dateOctober 6, 1949
Birth placeNew York City, New York, United States
OccupationMedia executive

Les Moonves was a prominent American media executive who served as the Chairman and CEO of CBS Corporation from 2006 to 2018. During his tenure, he oversaw the development of popular television shows such as The Big Bang Theory, NCIS, and Survivor, which aired on CBS and CBS All Access. Moonves worked closely with notable television producers, including Chuck Lorre and Mark Burnett, to create engaging content for audiences. He also collaborated with other major media companies, such as Viacom, Paramount Pictures, and Showtime Networks.

● Early Life and Education

Les Moonves was born in New York City, New York, to a family of Jewish descent. He grew up in Valley Stream, New York, and developed an interest in the entertainment industry at a young age, inspired by the works of William Shakespeare and Arthur Miller. Moonves attended Valley Stream Central High School and later enrolled in Bucknell University, where he studied Spanish and speech. After graduating from Bucknell University in 1971, Moonves moved to New York City to pursue a career in the entertainment industry, working with companies like 20th Century Fox and Columbia Pictures.

● Career

Moonves began his career in the entertainment industry as a casting director for Pangaea Entertainment, working on films like The Cosby Show and The Equalizer. He later joined Lorimar Television as a vice president, overseeing the production of popular television shows such as Dallas and Knots Landing. In 1995, Moonves became the president of CBS Entertainment, where he played a key role in developing hit shows like Everybody Loves Raymond and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, which aired on CBS and CBS Television Studios. Moonves worked closely with other notable media executives, including Sumner Redstone, Philippe Dauman, and Bob Bakish, to shape the direction of CBS Corporation and its subsidiaries, such as CBS News, CBS Sports, and Showtime Networks.

● Controversies and Scandals

Moonves was involved in several high-profile controversies during his tenure as CEO of CBS Corporation, including a lawsuit filed by National Amusements, Inc., which was led by Shari Redstone. The lawsuit centered on a dispute over the control of CBS Corporation and its potential merger with Viacom. Moonves was also accused of making sexist and misogynistic comments, which led to an investigation by the New York State Attorney General and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Additionally, Moonves faced criticism for his handling of the #MeToo movement, particularly with regards to the network's response to allegations against Charlie Rose and Jeff Fager, who worked on shows like 60 Minutes and CBS This Morning.

● Personal Life

Moonves was married to Nancy Wiesenfeld Moonves from 1978 to 2004, and the couple had three children together. In 2004, he married Julie Chen, a television personality and host of Big Brother, who also worked on The Talk. Moonves was a member of the Board of Directors for several organizations, including the American Film Institute, The Paley Center for Media, and the National Association of Broadcasters. He also supported various charitable causes, such as the American Red Cross and the United Service Organizations (USO), and worked with other notable philanthropists, including Bill Gates and Warren Buffett.

● Legacy and Impact

Moonves' legacy in the entertainment industry is complex and multifaceted, with both praise and criticism for his leadership and vision. He played a significant role in shaping the direction of CBS Corporation and its subsidiaries, and his impact can be seen in the many successful television shows and films produced during his tenure. Moonves worked with notable industry leaders, including Bob Iger, Rupert Murdoch, and Brian Roberts, to shape the future of the entertainment industry, which includes companies like The Walt Disney Company, 21st Century Fox, and Comcast. Despite the controversies surrounding his career, Moonves remains a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, with a lasting impact on the world of television and film, including Netflix, Amazon Studios, and Hulu. Category:American media executives

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