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Sony Announces the Exit of Long‑Serving Communications Leader

Culver City, USASaturday, May 16, 2026

Sony Pictures Entertainment has announced that Stacy Weitz will leave her position as Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications at the end of this month, concluding a decade-long tenure with the studio.

Career Path

  • 2016 – Joined Sony as Vice President of Corporate Communications.
  • 2018 – Promoted to Senior Vice President.
  • 2024 – Shifted focus toward international production, global distribution, and the game‑show division following a new hire for overall corporate communications.

Legacy

Weitz’s leadership has been consistently described as steady, principled, and warm. She steered the studio’s messaging through:

  • Launches of flagship game shows such as “Wheel of Fortune” and “Jeopardy!”
  • Major deals, including the acquisition of Industrial Media and the integration of Crunchyroll

Her influence extended across Sony’s global television operations, earning her widespread praise from colleagues.

Prior Experience

Before Sony, Weitz held senior communications roles at:

  • PMK BNC
  • UTA
  • Bender/Helper Impact
  • Jane Ayer PR

Sony’s Next Steps

Sony will appoint a new leader for corporate communications in the coming weeks to maintain continuity as it expands its international footprint and navigates future growth opportunities.

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