Josh Sapan, a cable pioneer who has headed AMC Networks and its predecessors in the Dolan cable dynasty for more than 25 years, is seguing to the vice chairman role at AMC Networks. Matt Blank, a c…
, a contemporary of Sapan’s who headed Showtime for 20 years, has been tapped as interim CEO while AMC Networks conducts a search for a new CEO.
Sapan launched the IFC channel in 1994 and WeTV in 1997. Also in 1997, Sapan championed the launch of IFC Films, the arthouse distributor behind 2014’s “Boyhood,” plus other notable titles such as “My Big Fat Greek Wedding,” “Y Tu Mama Tambien,” “Transamerica” and “Che.” More recently, he led the acquisition of a controlling stake in BBC America from the British pubcaster’s BBC Worldwide unit in 2014.
“Over his long career, Josh’s leadership ensured AMC Networks became a force in entertainment, with far-reaching influence throughout the industry, and home to some of the most successful and innovative shows in the history of television,” said James Dolan, chairman of the company. “We are grateful for his vision, creativity and management expertise and look forward to his continued contributions as executive vice chairman.
A reedy intellectual with a wry sense of humor, Sapan is well-liked throughout the TV industry. He’s known for hosting salon-style dinners at exotic eateries that bring together entertainment insiders, investors and analysts. He’s a published poet and the author of “The Big Picture: America in Panorama,” a 2013 collection of panoramic photos from the 20th century. He also owns the nation’s largest collection of antique lightning rods.
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