In 2026, 4 media & entertainment companies have cut a combined 450 jobs, averaging 12.0% of workforce per company.
Media layoffs continue a multi-year contraction in 2026. CBS News shut down its radio division after nearly a century, while the Washington Post cut a third of its newsroom. The industry is restructuring around digital-first models with far fewer human journalists.
| Company | People Cut | % of Workforce | Date | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Post | 300 | 38% | COST CUT | |
| CBS News | 70 | 6% | RESTRUCTURE | |
| CNN | 50 | 2% | RESTRUCTURE | |
| WME | 30 | 3% | RESTRUCTURE |