AceShowbiz - Barry Diller recently expressed his willingness to acquire CNN amid concerns over the network’s current trajectory. Speaking at The Wall Street Journal's Future of Everything Festival, Diller made it clear that he would be ready to take ownership of the news organization immediately if given the chance.

“Absolutely, I would do it tonight and tomorrow night,” Diller stated, emphasizing his eagerness to intervene before the network’s reputation declines further. He added that his hope is to act before the channel becomes obsolete, though he acknowledged that extinction is not imminent.

Diller pointed out that CNN is well positioned for innovation, having already invested significantly in its digital presence. However, he believes that the network requires additional funding and focus on its on-air programming to truly evolve and thrive in the competitive media landscape.

This announcement comes as a notable voice in the media industry signals an interest in revitalizing CNN, which has faced various challenges in recent years. Diller’s comments suggest that he sees untapped potential in the brand if managed with renewed strategy and investment.

While no formal offers have been made public, the remarks indicate that Diller is closely monitoring CNN’s situation and remains open to stepping in to help reshape the network’s future.