Media Titan Sumner Redstone, Who Made Viacom A Global Empire, Dies At 97

When Redstone was about 30, he went to work for his father who owned a few drive-in theaters in New England. He eventually turned his father

“Content is king,” was Redstone’s mantra. Known for his shrewd deal-making and public family feuds, the powerful corporate leader reigned over an astonishing wealth of networks, studios and brands.

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“Content is king,” was Redstone’s mantra. Known for his shrewd deal-making and public family feuds, the powerful corporate leader reigned over an astonishing wealth of networks, studios and brands.