An Evening With Barry Diller on Who Knew
In a wonderfully candid and engaging memoir, American business icon Barry Diller reveals his successes, failures, and struggles with surprising intimacy. Writing in his singular voice, he delivers an astute business memoir, an unvarnished look at Hollywood, a primer on media, and a surprisingly frank coming-of-age story. His ascent was meteoric: launching ABC TV’s Movie of the Week at 27, becoming CEO of Paramount Pictures at 32, and launching Fox TV at 44. Diller’s media savvy arguably changed the course of American culture. His championing of Alex Haley’s Roots put long-form miniseries on the map. He was never cowed by the talent – actors, directors, and producers – and worked with them all. Indeed, throughout his career, Diller championed “creative conflict,” encouraging argument in every business he managed. He also recognized our digital future, founding IAC and growing it into a billion-dollar constellation of brands, including Match, Tinder, and Expedia. Moving beyond business, Diller also recounts his family life, regrets, and joyful marriage to Diane von Furstenberg, where he’s found fulfillment. Who Knew holds nothing back.
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