Netflix co-founder and chairman Reed Hastings, who served as CEO for 25 years, is leaving the streaming giant’s board.
Netflix revealed Hastings’ departure in an SEC filing on Thursday.
“On April 10, 2026, Reed Hastings informed the Company of his decision not to stand for re-election as a director at the Company’s 2026 annual meeting of shareholders,” Netflix said in the filing. “Mr. Hastings’ current term will expire at the annual meeting. He will continue to serve as a director and chairman of the board until the annual meeting. Mr. Hastings’ decision not to seek re-election is not the result of a disagreement with the company.”
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