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Former Amazon Entertainment Boss Jeff Blackburn Named CEO of Tennis Channel

Former Amazon entertainment chief Jeff Blackburn has been tapped as chairman and CEO of the Sinclair-owned Tennis Channel.
Jeff Blackburn, a former Amazon executive, has been appointed as the new CEO of the Tennis Channel, as reported by Variety on November 15, 2025. Blackburn, who previously served as Amazon's Senior Vice President of Global Media and Entertainment, will succeed Ken Solomon, who is stepping down after a 17-year tenure. Under Solomon's leadership, the Tennis Channel expanded its reach and diversified its content, including the launch of a streaming service. Blackburn's appointment is seen as a strategic move to leverage his extensive experience in digital media and streaming to further grow the network's audience and enhance its digital offerings.

Read the Full Variety Article at:
[ https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/amazon-jeff-blackburn-tennis-channel-ceo-1236382621/ ]