Tag: Bob Iger
Harrison Ford Honours Bob Iger at Disney Legends Ceremony
At last night's D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Bob Iger was inducted as a Disney Legend, with Harrison Ford attending to honour his friend and colleague, along with additional tributes from Robert Downey Jr. and Ellen Pompeo to the former Disney CEO.
Bob Iger to Receive Honorary Doctorate from Howard University in May
Ex-Disney CEO Bob Iger has shared on Instagram that he is set to receive an Honorary Doctorate from Howard University next month and said, "I have respected Howard University for many years and this is an honor I will certainly cherish!"
2026 Disney Legends Awards Announced Including Bob Iger and Alan Tudyk
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event returns to Anaheim this August, between 14th - 16th at the Anaheim Convention Center, concluding with the Disney Legends Award Ceremony on Sunday afternoon with honourees for 2026 including Bob Iger and K-2SO's Alan Tudyk.
Bob Iger Signs Off to New Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro
The Walt Disney Company is looking forward to a great big beautiful D'Amaro as Bob Iger signs off by saying "thank you" to cast members, creative partners, shareholders, and fans, with Josh D'Amaro as the new CEO and Dana Walden the President/Chief Creative Officer.
Disney’s Incoming and Outgoing CEO’s, Josh D’Amaro and Bob Iger, Visit Disneyland
Disney's incoming and outgoing CEO's, Josh D'Amaro and Bob Iger, headed to the happiest place on earth yesterday for a walk around Disneyland, including Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, to talk to cast and guests.
Disney’s Incoming CEO Josh D’Amaro and Bob Iger | Exclusive ABC News Interview
David Muir of ABC News sits down with Josh D'Amaro and Bob Iger for an exclusive interview to discuss Disney's future – including streaming, embracing AI, and the company's legacy.
Josh D’Amaro Named Next Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company
Effective March 18th, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro will become the Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company, with Dana Walden, Co-Chairman of Disney Entertainment, named President and Chief Creative Officer.
Bob Iger to Appear on ‘The Rest is History’ Special About Walt Disney’s Legacy
Disney CEO Bob Iger will appear in a two-part special on The Rest is History this week, with hosts Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook on a tour around Disneyland, as they discuss Walt Disney’s legacy and the cultural significance of the theme park.
Bob Iger on Gaining Full Control of Hulu and Keeping Disney Intact
Disney CEO Bob Iger joins CNBC’s ‘Squawk on the Street’ to discuss his company agreeing to pay Comcast $438.7 million to take full control of Hulu, the company’s streaming strategy, and more.
Bob Iger on 2025 and 2026 Film Slate “That’s quite a lineup!”
Disney CEO Bob Iger has spoken about Marvel's new film strategy with Thunderbolts* after they "lost a little focus by making too much", going on to say how their upcoming movie slate for 2025 & 2026 including The Mandalorian and Grogu is strong.
Disney CEO Bob Iger Sees Total Pay Jump to $41.1 Million
As disclosed in the company’s annual proxy report earlier this week, Disney CEO Bob Iger has seen his total pay rise to an incredible $41.1 million in fiscal 2024, up 30% from $31.6 million in the previous year.
Disney Continue Search for New CEO to Succeed Bob Iger
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the board of the Walt Disney Company is considering outsiders to succeed Bob Iger, including Andrew Wilson, the CEO of gaming company Electronic Arts.
Bob Iger Celebrates Fifty Years at the Walt Disney Company
Team Jedi News send our congratulations to Bob Iger who has just celebrated fifty years with the Walt Disney Company, and was presented with this recognition award featuring Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs from Disney's first full length animated feature.
Disney CEO Bob Iger Given Honorary (Jedi) Knighthood by Prince William
We send our congratulations to Disney CEO Bob Iger who was presented with an honorary (Jedi) knighthood by Prince William at Windsor Castle yesterday, and he will now be known as Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire.
Disney CEO Bob Iger Delivers Message of ‘Renewed Strength’
The Walt Disney Company has secured enough votes to defeat a challenge against its board with CEO Bob Iger thanking shareholders for their “trust and confidence” at the annual meeting of shareholders, held earlier today.
George Lucas Backs Bob Iger in Walt Disney Company Proxy Fight
George Lucas has backed Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger in the media company's bitter proxy battle with activist investor Nelson Peltz and hedge fund Blackwells Capital.
Bog Iger on Disney’s Cost Containment Initiative for Marvel and Star Wars Content
Disney CEO Bob Iger has discussed the company's cost containment initiative for new Marvel and Star Wars content during a new interview with CNBC, after the announcement of his contract extension through December 31st, 2026.
Disney Board of Directors Extends Robert A. Iger’s Contract as CEO Through 2026
The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors announced today that Robert A. Iger has agreed to continue to serve as Chief Executive Officer through December 31st, 2026.
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny LA Premiere
The Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny US premiere that took place in LA last night, with cast and crew attending including Harrison Ford, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, director James Mangold, composer John Williams, Steven Spielberg and creator George Lucas.
Bob Iger Shares Star Wars: The Acolyte Coming to Disney+ in 2024
During yesterday's Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference, Disney CEO Bob Iger discussed some of the Star Wars projects in the pipeline, including films and the upcoming Disney+ series The Acolyte.
Bob Iger Talks Future Star Wars Films at Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference
Disney CEO Bob Iger has said today that they were being very careful in developing future Star Wars feature films stating “we’re going to make sure when we make one, it’s the right one.”
A Holiday Message from Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company
Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, has sent out a holiday message.
Bob Iger Returns as Disney’s CEO — Welcome Home Bob!
Overnight, the Walt Disney Company announced that Bob Iger would be returning to the company as CEO, replacing Bob Chapek with immediate effect.
Bob Iger and John Williams Awarded Honorary Knighthoods by Queen Elizabeth II
Composer John Williams and ex-Disney CEO Bob Iger have been awarded honorary knighthoods in some of the final awards approved by Queen Elizabeth II before she died earlier this month.
Bob Iger to Publish New Nonfiction Book via Random House
Former Disney CEO Bob Iger, responsible for bringing Lucasfilm to the Disney family, is set to pen his second nonfiction work for Random House, described as a “playbook on leading in times of crisis and disruption that takes readers behind the scenes for crucial decisions.”
Chernin Group Leads Deal to Acquire 25% Stake in Funko, Investors Include Bob Iger
The Chernin Group announced that it is buying 25% of Funko, alongside a group of investors that includes former Disney chief Bob Iger.
Bob Iger’s Disney Journey Comes to an End
Bob Iger today hands back the keys to the Disney kingdom after over 47 years working first at ABC and then Disney, as he steps down as chairman and moves on to pastures new.
Bob Iger Defends Company’s Pivot to Disney+
Whilst receiving a tribute at the Clio Awards, Bog Iger, the former Disney CEO and now Executive Chairman, spoke about the company's shift to app-based, direct-to-consumer distribution on Disney+.
Bob Iger Talks Lucasfilm Acquisition on Masters of Scale Podcast
Former Disney CEO Bob Iger discusses the Lucasfilm acquisition, among others, in a two-part interview on the Masters of Scale podcast hosted by Reid Hoffman.
Bob Iger Appointed to California COVID-19 Business Recovery Task Force
Bob Iger has been appointed to the California COVID-19 business recovery task force, and Thomas Mazloum (Senior Vice President of Walt Disney World Resort) has been appointed to the equivalent group in Florida.
Bob Iger is Back, Fighting for Disney’s Life
It seems Bob Iger has returned to the role of Disney's CEO to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic that is costing the company around $30 million/day.
Bob Iger and New CEO Bob Chapek Answer Questions in Disney Conference Call
In order to address questions investors might have at the appointment of Bob Chapek at Disney CEO, the company held a conference call for lead investors.
Bob Chapek Replaces Bob Iger as Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company
New leadership at the top has been announced.
Bob Iger Discusses Disney Q4 Earnings Report on CNBC
Bob Iger has spoken about Disney's Q4 Earnings With CNBC.
The Mandalorian Season 2 Debuts in October, Spin-Offs Could Spawn From Series
The future is bright for the Disney+ series.