# Hollywood's Rising Power Players: The Class of 2026

Variety spotlights a new generation of film and television executives, creatives, and dealmakers who are expected to shape Hollywood's future. The feature profiles emerging leaders across studios, agencies, and production companies. It signals a shift in industry influence as younger talent moves into key decision-making roles.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Entertainment
- [Variety](https://variety.com/lists/new-leaders-2026/) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:05:00 +0000