Pearlena Igbokwe Named President of Universal Television
A couple of months after ABC’s Channing Dungey became the first African American TV network president, we have what is believed to be the first African American president of a major TV studio. NBCUniversal has finalized a deal with Pearlena Igbokwe to become President of Universal Television, effective immediately.
Igbokwe, most recently head of drama for NBC, replaces Bela Bajaria, who abruptly exited the post earlier this week. In her new role, Igbokwe will continue to report to Jennifer Salke, President, NBC Entertainment, who oversees the studio.
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