Note, however, that another possible successor is Mark H. Lazarus, who in January was made chairman of broadcast, cable, sports and news. Variety added that there is speculation Burke could move into a top role at Comcast or oversee Sky, the satellite TV giant Comcast acquired last year for $40 billion.
Of course, nothing is set in stone. Looking at the organization, there are other qualified individuals. And that’s not to say there aren’t any potential outside candidates.
