Family Feud and Sports Illustrated Ownership Structure
Family Feud is a television game show produced by Fremantle, a subsidiary of RTL Group, which is part of Bertelsmann. The show is hosted by Steve Harvey and distributed by Debmar-Mercury, a Lionsgate company. Sports Illustrated is owned by Authentic Brands Group (ABG), which acquired the magazine and its digital assets from Meredith Corporation in 2019. ABG licenses the Sports Illustrated brand to entities including the Arena Football League and various media partners.
The relationship between Family Feud and Sports Illustrated is primarily through media and licensing ecosystems rather than direct corporate ownership. Both properties operate within large brand portfolios managed by parent companies with diversified media holdings. ABG focuses on brand management and licensing, while Fremantle operates across television production and distribution globally.
Revenue and Financial Performance
Exact revenue figures for Family Feud are not disclosed publicly, but Fremantle reports consolidated revenues tied to its broader entertainment operations. RTL Group, the parent company of Fremantle, reported total revenues of approximately 7.3 billion euros in 2023. Sports Illustrated generates revenue through brand licensing, digital subscriptions, and advertising, though ABG does not publish standalone financials for the magazine.
ABG's total revenue across its portfolio of brands was estimated at over $12 billion in enterprise value terms by private market analysts, though the company remains privately held. Authentic Brands Group manages more than 50 brands, including Sports Illustrated, Reebok, and Barneys New York, leveraging licensing deals as a core revenue model.
Current Business and Digital Presence
Sports Illustrated operates a digital-first strategy under ABG, with its website publishing daily sports news, analysis, and multimedia content. The magazine's print edition continues in a reduced format, while digital subscriptions and brand partnerships drive the majority of audience engagement. The SI Swimsuit Issue remains a high-profile annual licensing and media event.
Family Feud continues to air new episodes and reruns across multiple broadcast and cable networks in the United States. The show's digital presence includes clips and full episodes distributed via streaming platforms and social media channels managed by Fremantle and Debmar-Mercury. Both properties rely on established brand recognition to maintain audience reach and advertiser interest.