Sanford Panitch Becomes Sole Sony Pictures President Following Josh Greenstein Exit

Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group has undergone significant executive changes following co-president Josh Greenstein's departure to join Paramount amid a major merger. Sanford Panitch, previously co-president alongside Greenstein, has been promoted to sole president of the motion picture group. Peter Kang has been elevated to president of production for Columbia Pictures, overseeing its production and development, while Andrea Giannetti has been promoted to executive vice president of production and senior creative for the label. Additionally, Nicholas Weiss and Dave Fruchbom have been promoted to co-heads of global creative and strategy, reporting alongside marketing heads Danielle Misher and Steven O’Dell. Sony Pictures CEO Tom Rothman praised the new leadership team, emphasizing their experience and the studio's strong foundation for continued success. These leadership shifts come at a critical time as Sony prepares for a promising slate of films and aims to maintain its competitive position in the evolving entertainment industry.