Fox’s Paul Cheesbrough Will Expand Duties After Roku Deal; Anjali Sud, Charlie Collier to Exit
Fox Corporation has finalized its $22 billion cash-and-stock purchase of streaming giant Roku. The transaction concluded on November 6, 2026, closing well ahead of its initial target window. Following the acquisition, executive leadership changes include the departure of Anjali Sud and Charlie Collier alongside a new digital structure. Paul Cheesbrough will take on expanded duties within the company as part of the corporate reorganization. Fox leadership has stated that Roku will remain an open platform following the takeover.
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- ✓ Fox Corporation completed its $22 billion acquisition of Roku on November 6, 2026.
- ✓ Paul Cheesbrough will expand his duties following the Roku deal.
- ✓ Anjali Sud and Charlie Collier are exiting Fox amid a new digital structure at the company.
What changed
Fox finalized its acquisition of Roku and announced leadership exits alongside Paul Cheesbrough taking on expanded duties.
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Fox Completes $22 Billion Roku Acquisition and Shakes Up Leadership
Fox Corporation has finalized its $22 billion cash-and-stock purchase of streaming giant Roku. The transaction concluded on November 6, 2026, closing well ahead of its initial target window. Following the acquisition, executive leadership changes include the departure of Anjali Sud and Charlie Collier alongside a new digital structure. Paul Cheesbrough will take on expanded duties within the company as part of the corporate reorganization. Fox leadership has stated that Roku will remain an open platform following the takeover.
Why it matters
The transaction transforms the Murdoch-controlled broadcaster into a major force in connected television and digital streaming. The deal was originally announced in June and was projected to close in the first half of 2027 before finishing ahead of schedule. The integration alters the digital structure at Fox and removes two prominent executives.
What is confirmed
- Fox Corporation completed its $22 billion acquisition of Roku on November 6, 2026.
- Paul Cheesbrough will expand his duties following the Roku deal.
- Anjali Sud and Charlie Collier are exiting Fox amid a new digital structure at the company.
What to watch next
- Any further executive changes or integration details announced by Fox regarding the Roku platform.
- Regulatory or operational updates concerning the open platform status of Roku devices.
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