MTV and Revolt Veteran Andy Schuon Tapped to Lead AXS TV and HDNet Movies
variety.comJaden Thompson MTV veteran and Revolt TV alum Andy Schuon has been named president of AXS TV and HDNet Movies. Schuon will oversee all aspects of AXS and HDNet, the cable channels founded by Mark Cuban and owned since 2019 by Leonard Asper’s Toronto-based Anthem Sports and Entertainment.
Schuon has a long history as a content executive in cable TV, media and music. “Andy Schuon is a true trailblazer in this industry, and a driving force behind many definitive pop culture landmarks that have left an indelible impact throughout the world,” said Asper, who is president and CEO of Anthem. “His reputation as a legendary brand builder is well-earned, and his breadth of expertise will be vital in ushering in an important era for both AXS TV and HDNet Movies.” Schuon co-founded Revolt Media and TV, Sean “Diddy” Combs’ independently owned music and television brand.
Schuon also served as executive VP and general manager of Warner Bros. Records and executive VP, head of programming and production for MTV, MTV2 and VH1.
In the latter position, he executive produced the VMAs and MTV Movie Awards in addition to creating the reality show “Rodman World Tour” featuring Dennis Rodman.
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