EXCLUSIVE:Jack Sussmanis leavingCBSafter 25 years.
He was promoted to SVP, Specials in 2000.
He reported to Amy Reisenbach, President of CBS Entertainment.
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He also supervised the Emmy-winningAdele One Night Onlyand Emmy-nominatedOne Last Time: AnEvening With Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga.
In his note, Sussman called CBS a special place.
Theres a reason many folks stay here a long time.
The people here are extraordinary.
Together, we helped build a ratings dynasty, he said.
CBS is currently working out his replacement.
We hear there may be more news on this later today.
The team is in great hands moving forward.
Cheeks said that Sussman will continue in his executive role until the middle of February.
Its also my last.
Ive always been more of a talker than a writer (I can see your heads nodding).
For two important reasons.
First, Im returning to my roots.
I get to close out my career how I started in this business producing.
Second, I have a great team that is ready and capable to do more.
So proud to have watched these individuals and the collective team grow.
You will not find 2 finer humans.
The team is in great hands moving forward.
They are simply the best, and a big reason this decision is both easier and harder.
CBS is a special place.
Theres a reason many folks stay here a long time.
The people here are extraordinary.
Together, we helped build a ratings dynasty.
To all my amazing CBS colleagues and friends: Im in the halls for several more weeks.
just dont be a stranger.
My last act in this executive role will be the upcoming Grammy Awards next month.
I only wish the same for all of you.
It was wild fun ride here at CBS from worst to first but the people made it all worthwhile.
And as another former CBS employee said back in the day And thats the way it is.
I know well all miss him.
Jack is still with us in his executive role until the middle of February.
c’mon join me in thanking him for his invaluable and memorable service to CBS.
