At NBCU, Steve Burke to Follow Jeff Zucker as CEO

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Comcast COO Steve Burke will replace Jeff Zucker, who is stepping down as CEO of NBC Universal, which the cable giant is in the process of acquiring.

The confirmation today by Comcast and GE that the well-regarded Burke would take the reins will fuel the already-raging speculation as to which executives will be seated when the music stops, including NBCU cable chiefs like Lauren Zalaznick and Bonnie Hammer. But Comcast at this point at least is planning to hold off on further announcements until the deal is closer to its conclusion.

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