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Former Paramount CEO Bob Bakish topped Hollywood's executive compensation list in 2024 with a $69.3 million severance package. Netflix co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters led among active executives. Many Hollywood executives' pay surpassed the Equilar 100 median of $25.6 million, driven by increased stock awards reflecting a focus on long-term retention. This trend mirrors broader industry increases, with significant pay packages also seen at Disney and Endeavor.

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