TV Veteran Chuck Saftler to Depart Disney and FX After 32 Years
Chuck Saftler, a prominent TV acquisition executive and veteran of FX, is set to depart Disney after nearly 33 years. His departure marks the end of a long career with the company.
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TV Vet Chuck Saftler to Depart Disney and FX After Nearly 33 Years
Longtime TV exec Chuck Saftler, who helped build FX into the powerhouse it is — having joined the company in 1993, prior to its before its June 1994 launch date — is departing the company after nearly 33 years. The well-regarded Saftler most recently served as head of acquisitions for Disney networks including ABC, Freeform, […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Chuck Saftler, one of the biggest names in TV acquisitions who helped build FX Networks, is leaving Disney after a 32-year tenure that dates back to pre-Disney merger FX, which he joined in December of 1993 as Director of Scheduling, seven months prior to the network’s launch. His last day in the office will […]
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