# Abbott Elementary Stars on Merger: 'We've Lost Too Many People'

Sheryl Lee Ralph and Janelle James of "Abbott Elementary" spoke about the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, lamenting the resulting job losses in the entertainment industry. Their comments highlight the human cost of major media consolidation.

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## Sources

### Entertainment
- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/scene/news/abbott-elementary-sheryl-lee-ralph-janelle-james-paramount-1236830682/) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 22:19:26 +0000