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The first shoe came down last summer during the town hall, the agent says.
The other shoe just dropped.
Stankey, however, issued a statement praising Plepler.
His vision, energy and passion helped to elevate HBOs brand to what it has become today.
Plepler joined HBO in 1992, originally overseeing communications and PR for the company.
Hes helped achieve similar growth in revenue, boosting HBOs income to $6.6 billion.
Here is the full text of Pleplers letter to staff:
My dad always gave the best advice.
Thanks to all of you, we are today churning on all cylinders both creatively and as a business.
As I have said before, this is the team of teams.
And the great honor of my professional life to be your CEO.
With respect, admiration, and gratitude,
Richard
