Viper Energy appoints John Grotzinger to board; board expands to 9 directors

Viper Energy, Inc.

Appointed John Grotzinger as director effective Sept 15, 2026; board size increased to 9.
Grotzinger is Caltech geology professor, ex-chief scientist of NASA's Mars Curiosity mission.
Receives non-employee director comp and pro-rated annual RSU; indemnification agreement signed.
No arrangements or transactions requiring disclosure under Item 404(a).

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