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Disney’s Josh D’Amaro, Dana Walden and Alan Bergman Visit Lucasfilm
Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro, President/Chief Creative Officer Dana Walden and Chairman of Disney Entertainment Alan Bergman visited the Lucasfilm HQ yesterday to meet with their Lucasfilm counterparts, including Dave Filoni, to discuss the many projects in the works.
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!"
“The Hunt for Ben Solo” Will Not Be Revived Under Disney’s New Leadership
During an interview with “The Playlist” on the press tour for his latest directorial effort, “The Christophers,” Steven Soderbergh has said that he has no intention of reviving “The Hunt for Ben Solo” under Disney’s new leadership.
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 CEO Josh D’Amaro and President Dana Walden on Oscar Legacy
Disney's incoming CEO Josh D'Amaro and president Dana Walden reflect on the studio's Oscar legacy on the 98th Oscars red carpet.
Steven Soderbergh Breaks Silence on ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’ Cancellation
Logan Lucky director Steven Soderbergh has broken his silence on the cancellation of The Hunt For Ben Solo, sharing his thoughts on former Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy’s take, "No, it was no surprise that she was frustrated. We were all frustrated".
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.
More Billboards Appear in Times Square Trying to Save ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’
Star Wars fans are not willing to give up on Disney ditching The Hunt For Ben Solo with more billboards in Times Square on January 3rd & 5th, right above the Pele store and in close proximity to the flagship Disney Store, asking for the company to reverse their decision.
Star Wars Fans Launch New Campaign in NYC to Save ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’
Star Wars fans continue to push Disney and Lucasfilm in the hope that they can make them revive The Hunt for Ben Solo movie project, with a new mobile billboard rolling through New York City.
Disney Inks OpenAI Deal to Bring More Than 200 Characters to Sora Video Platform
Disney and OpenAI have agreed for the studio to become the first major content licensing partner on their short-form generative AI video platform, Sora, bringing over 200 masked, animated or creature characters from Disney, Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars.
Daisy Ridley Reacts to Adam Driver’s ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’ Film
In a new interview with IGN, Daisy Ridley has shared her reaction to Adam Driver's The Hunt for Ben Solo film, and said the reaction from fans has been heartening.
Taika Waititi Inks First-Look Deal With 20th Television, FX Productions and Hulu
Taika Waititi has closed a new first-look deal with 20th Television, FX Productions and Hulu, all Disney owned companies where he has a long established history, both on the TV and the feature side.
‘Shareholders Want The Hunt for Ben Solo’ Banner Flown Over Disney HQ
A plane with the banner “Shareholders Want The Hunt for Ben Solo” was flown over The Walt Disney Company's Burbank-based headquarters at 11am yesterday, November 13th, just hours after the company had its earnings call.
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.
Star Wars Fans Launch Times Square Campaign to Save Adam Driver’s Ben Solo Movie
Following a stunt flying a banner over the Disney Studios in Burbank, fans continue to show support for Adam Driver and "The Hunt for Ben Solo" film that was rejected by Disney, this time by purchasing a billboard in New York City's Times Square.
‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’ was Greenlit Before Disney Pulled the Plug
The Playlist has shed more light on The Hunt for Ben Solo, confirming that the film had a completed script, Lucasfilm's creative stamp of approval, and was greenlit internally before being canceled by Disney executives Bob Iger and Alan Bergman.
Save ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’ Stunt at Disney Studios in Burbank, California
After hearing that the Adam Driver pitched film "The Hunt for Ben Solo" was rejected by Disney, fans have taken matters into their own hands by flying a plane over Disney Studios with a banner reading: "Save The Hunt for Ben Solo".
Adam Driver Says Disney Shot Down Ben Solo Sequel Despite Lucasfilm Backing
In a new interview with AP, Adam Driver has revealed how the Disney Company shot down an idea for a Ben Solo sequel film that he Steven Soderbergh spent two years developing with the backing and support of Lucasfilm, including Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni.
Gina Carano and Disney Settle Legal Dispute Over Firing from The Mandalorian
Lucasfilm and the Walt Disney Company have reached a mutual agreement in their legal dispute with Gina Carano following her firing from The Mandalorian, triggered by several controversial social media posts made by the actress.
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.
Hasbro Signs Multi-Year Extension with Disney Consumer Products for Star Wars and Marvel
Hasbro has announced a new multi-year extension with Disney Consumer Products to continue creating innovative toys and games for premier brands including Star Wars and Marvel, although we do not know how long this new agreement runs for.
Star Wars: The Acolyte Second Most Watched Program on Disney+ in 2024
According to a new report from Luminate, we learn that TV production was down 7% in 2024, with streaming franchises including Marvel, Star Wars and Rings of Power all underperforming, although The Acolyte still came in second place on Disney+
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 Entertainment Co-Chairman on The Acolyte Cancellation and Skeleton Crew Growth
In an interview with Vulture, Disney Entertainment co-chairman Alan Bergman has confirmed that The Acolyte’s fate was sealed by its hefty budget rather than the divisive fans' reception, and he also addressed the growth of Skeleton Crew.
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.
Disney vs Gina Carano Heading to Trial in September 2025
Disney has lost their latest attempt to stall a trial over the firing of The Mandalorian's Gina Carano and unless anything changes, the sex discrimination case will go before a jury starting on September 29th, 2025.
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.
Inside Disney’s Area 51, Where Lightsabers and Other Tech Are Invented
Disney’s most prolific inventor, Lanny Smoot, is behind some of the company’s most advanced tech, from Star Wars lightsabers to “magic” floors.
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’s Entertainment Streaming Segment Makes Profit But Share Price Tumbles
The Walt Disney Company's entertainment streaming segment, including Disney+, has had its first profitable quarter for the first three months of 2024, but stock tumbled by 10%, its deepest one-day drop in over a year.
Disney Argues It Had First Amendment Right to Fire Gina Carano for Offensive Posts
Disney’s lawyers filed a motion on Tuesday to throw out the lawsuit against them by Gina Carano, arguing that it has “a constitutional right not to associate its artistic expression with Carano’s speech.”
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.