Kevin Mayer on Disney+, TikTok, Netflix & the Future of Entertainment

Candle Media co-founder and former Disney and TikTok executive Kevin Mayer joins Deadline’s Diana Lodderhose at the Zurich Summit to discuss the rapidly changing entertainment landscape. Mayer reflects on launching Disney+, his time at TikTok, and how Candle Media is combining traditional storytelling with the power of social platforms and creator-led content. He also discusses the rise of YouTube, the future of theatrical versus streaming, and what Hollywood has learned from the creator economy. Mayer shares his perspective on industry consolidation and the future of major media companies, including the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. Connect with Deadline online! https://www.deadline.com/   / deadline     / deadline     / deadline