Core Viewpoint - The Ellison family, led by Larry Ellison and his son David, is aggressively pursuing acquisitions in Hollywood, aiming to create a massive media empire that includes major studios and networks like Paramount, Warner Bros, CNN, CBS, HBO, and TNT [1][20][27]. Group 1: Recent Acquisitions - The Ellison family has recently completed the acquisition of Paramount, marking a significant expansion into Hollywood [16][25]. - David Ellison's company, Skydance, has merged with Paramount, gaining control over one of the "Big Five" studios in Hollywood [10][16]. Group 2: Future Acquisition Plans - David Ellison is reportedly preparing a bid to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, which includes assets like HBO and CNN, positioning the family to control a substantial portion of Hollywood [20][24]. - Warner Bros Discovery is facing challenges, including a lack of profitability in its streaming business and significant debt, making it a prime target for acquisition [21][25]. Group 3: Financial Context - Oracle's stock surge, driven by increased demand for cloud infrastructure due to AI, has significantly boosted Larry Ellison's wealth, enabling him to support these acquisitions financially [3][5]. - Larry Ellison's personal wealth has fluctuated, recently surpassing $400 billion, which provides a strong financial backing for the family's acquisition ambitions [3][5]. Group 4: Industry Dynamics - The media landscape is undergoing significant consolidation, with several traditional studios being acquired by larger entities, indicating a trend towards fewer, more powerful media conglomerates [25][27]. - If the Ellison family successfully acquires Warner Bros, they will control two of the "Big Five" studios, creating a formidable competitor to Netflix and Disney in the streaming market [25][27]. Group 5: Influence and Power - The Ellison family is positioned to control major media outlets, potentially shaping public opinion and media narratives in the U.S., similar to the Murdoch family [27][28]. - The acquisition strategy reflects a broader trend of wealthy individuals and families seeking to consolidate media power and influence [27].

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