Hey, Roommates! We’ve got another epic moment in Black History for y’all today. Meet Channing Dungey, the executive VP of drama and new entertainment president of ABC! She’s the first African American to head programming at a major network! Variety writes, “Dungey, who’s been with the network since 2009 (and its affiliated studio since 2004), is credited with developing many of the Alphabet’s successful dramas, including “Scandal,” “Quantico,” “Marvel’s Agents of Shield,” “How to Get Away With Murder” and “American Crime.”
Ben Sherwood, the new head of Disney’s entertainment networks, said of the new president, “Channing is a gifted leader and a proven magnet for top creative talent, with an impressive record of developing compelling, breakthrough programming that resonates with viewers.” He continued, “We thank *Paul for his many accomplishments at ABC and his devotion to the ABC brand, and we wish him continued success in the future.”
*So, Paul Lee is the guy who previously held Dungey’s position and the tea is that he and Sherwood allegedly just don’t like each other. The shade is that it appears as though Sherwood thought to replace Lee AFTER he was named co-chairman of Disney Media Networks and president of Disney-ABC Television Group. The shaaaaade!
Lee was the programming chief who helped launch How to Get Away With Murder and Scandal, but from the looks of Dungey’s resume, it looks like we gon’ be alright! *Pharrell Voice*.
Speaking of her new position, Dungey gushed, “I’m thrilled and humbled that Ben has entrusted me with this tremendous opportunity. And I am truly grateful to Paul for being a valued mentor and friend. I’ve had the great honor of working alongside the talented team at ABC for many years and look forward to starting this exciting new chapter with them.”
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Source: http://variety.com/2016/tv/news/channing-dungey-abc-entertainment-president-1201708379/
