Reed Hastings Steps Down as Netflix Board Member, Ending Decades-Long Leadership Role

Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings is stepping down from the company's board in June, marking the end of his leadership role at the streaming giant. Hastings, who co-founded Netflix in 1997, will not seek re-election and has already transitioned from co-CEO to chairman. His departure leaves co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters in full control.

By Ananya Gairola Sun, April 19, 2026 at 5:31 PM GMT+3 2 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

Reed Hastings Steps Down as Netflix Board Member, Ending Decades-Long Leadership Role

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