Ben Silverman leaves NBC
The much-maligned NBC entertainment boss, whose "Office" and "Biggest Loser" credentials got him hired by NBC two years ago with disastrous results, is leaving the Peacock to launch a new digital media venture with Barry Diller. Silverman will stay at NBC through September, as the network launches its new slate of shows. "I am invested in what happens in the fall, and they are invested in my helping with the transition," he says. His role will be taken over by Jeff Gaspin, head of NBCU's cable operations. PLUS: Silverman reportedly wants to make Ryan Seacrest a mini-Merv Griffin.

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