Paramount-Skydance's shell reportedly in talks to exit after UFC leak
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Paramount-Skydance President Jeff Shell is reportedly in talks to leave the company after being accused of leaking details about a $7 billion UFC rights deal.
The claims come from gambler RJ Cipriani, who also says Shell broke a promise about a TV project and got free PR work for over a year.
Shell denies wrongdoing, Paramount investigates
Shell has denied wrongdoing, while Paramount investigates.
All this is happening as Paramount is trying to buy Warner Bros. Discovery, so there's extra pressure on the company's next moves.
The investigation's outcome could shape both Shell's future and Paramount's business plans.