Shari Redstone, the 71-year-old controlling shareholder of Paramount, has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Despite the ongoing treatment and surgery in May, her prognosis is excellent, and she continues her professional and philanthropic activities. The diagnosis comes as she seeks approval for a multibillion-dollar merger with Skydance Media and is involved in settlement discussions for a lawsuit against CBS News by Donald Trump.
Paramount controlling shareholder Shari Redstone diagnosed with thyroid cancer
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Shari Redstone, the 71-year-old controlling shareholder of Paramount, has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Despite the ongoing treatment and surgery in May, her prognosis is excellent, and she continues her professional and philanthropic activities. The diagnosis comes as she seeks approval for a multibillion-dollar merger with Skydance Media and is involved in settlement discussions for a lawsuit against CBS News by Donald Trump.
Trending- 1 2016: Shari Redstone took control of National Amusements.
- 2 2020: Sumner Redstone died.
- 3 February 2025: Shari Redstone recused herself from Trump lawsuit settlement discussions.
- 4 Earlier this spring (March-May 2025): Shari Redstone diagnosed with thyroid cancer.
- 5 May 2025: Shari Redstone underwent surgery.
- 6 Last week (approx. May 30 - June 5, 2025): Trump rejected $15 million settlement offer.
- 7 June 6, 2025: News of diagnosis reported.
- Redstone's cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Ongoing professional activities despite illness
- Potential impact on the Skydance Media merger approval process (FCC waiting for Trump lawsuit resolution)
- Ongoing settlement talks for Trump's lawsuit against CBS News
What: Shari Redstone, controlling shareholder of Paramount, was diagnosed with thyroid cancer and underwent surgery.
When: Published June 6, 2025; Diagnosed 'earlier this spring' (approx. March-May 2025); Surgery in May 2025; Redstone took control in 2016; Sumner Redstone died in 2020; Recused herself from Trump lawsuit discussions in February 2025; Fox News Digital confirmed Trump rejected offer 'last week'.
Why: Redstone experienced fatigue and other symptoms, leading to a diagnosis of thyroid cancer.
How: Doctors diagnosed her with thyroid cancer. She underwent surgery to remove her thyroid gland, but some cancer cells had spread to her vocal cords. She is undergoing ongoing treatment.