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Disney announces ex-CEO Bob Iger to return for 2 years

The Walt Disney Company announced late Sunday that former CEO Bob Iger would return to head the company for two years in a surprise move

The Independent UK

Disney replaces CEO Chapek with predecessor Bob Iger effective immediately

Iger just stepped down as executive chairman 11 months ago after four decades with Disney and 15 years as CEO.

Fortune

Bob Iger back as Disney CEO, Chapek steps down

His successor, Bob Chapek was given a multi-year contract extension earlier this year

Axios

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All the new Disney movies coming out in 2025 and beyond

Your guide to all the new Disney movies coming soon

Total Film

Abigail Disney's dream: Living wages

Disney co-founder's granddaughter imagines more equitable America, starting with better pay for Disney park workers

Salon

"Andor" presents a Star Wars spy like us

The latest "Star Wars" series presents a Force-absent world collapsing under corporate-fueled autocracy

Salon

Nina Metz: Can TV spare a thought for the anti-‘Succession’ and the un-‘Billions’?

Last week, Yvon Chouinard, the billionaire owner of outdoor clothing retailer Patagonia, announced he was transferring ownership of his company to a trust. Going forward, the company’s profits — somewhere in the neighborhood of $100 million a year — will be used to combat climate change.

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Jeff Bezos, Bob Iger Among Potential Buyers for Suns, per Report

Four high-profile people have reportedly emerged as possible suitors to purchase the Phoenix-based franchise.

Sports Illustrated

Can Al Michaels make streaming the NFL on Amazon Prime Video a Thursday night ritual?

LOS ANGELES — Veteran sports broadcaster Al Michaels has a 20-year-old answering machine in his Brentwood home, and it will likely never be thrown out. The device contains several messages from the late Dodgers announcer Vin Scully who died Aug. 2.

Los Angeles Times

Who Wins The Streaming War? Netflix Will 'Thrive' But Others Won't Make It, Disney Vet Says

Bob Iger led The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) from 2005 to 2020 as CEO. During his 15 years at the helm, he oversaw the company through several large acquisitions (Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, 21st Century Fox) and also orchestrated the launch of the Disney+ streaming platform.

Benzinga

Elon Musk Isn't The First: Disney 'Almost' Bought Twitter Until Bob Iger Noticed These Red Flags

As Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) Elon Musk fights a legal battle to steer clear of the deal with Twitter, Inc.

Benzinga

13 years ago, Disney bought Marvel — and changed movies forever

In 2009, Disney swooped in and bought the nascent Marvel Cinematic Universe for $4B. Who won and who lost in the aftermath of the historic deal?

Inverse

If You Invested $1,000 In Disney Stock When Disney+ Launched, Here's How Much You'd Have Now

Media giant The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) has put a large emphasis on its streaming ambitions since launching the Disney+ streaming platform in November 2019. Here’s a look at how Disney+ has grown its subscribers and how the stock has performed since the launch.

Benzinga

Wolf Of Wall Street's Wisdom On Bitcoin, One Decision Ex-Disney CEO Iger Regrets, Kim-Jong Un Accused Of Human Rights Violations: 5 Key Stories You May Have Missed From This Weekend

The unfolding week will see earnings season gaining steam and the release of some key housing and manufacturing readings. As investors look ahead to another trading week with these key catalysts, here's a recap of a few major headlines that hit the wire over the weekend.

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The New Daily

Iconic tech and culture festival South by Southwest is coming to Sydney

South by Southwest (SXSW) – one of the world's most iconic cultural events – is heading to Sydney in October 2023 for its first global outing.

Benzinga

After 27.5% Drop In Disney Shares, Could Bob Chapek Be On His Way Out As The Mouse's CEO?

A struggling stock price and controversies surrounding one of the largest media companies could lead to the very public exit of a CEO. Investors could get more clarity soon on where the future of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) is headed with or without CEO Bob Chapek.

Los Angeles Times

As Chapek weathers Disney drama, board gathers in Florida

For Walt Disney Co. Chief Executive Bob Chapek, the last few months have brought one headache after another.

Benzinga

The Crisis At Disney: Part 4, Can Disney Conquer NFTs And The Metaverse?

This is the fourth and final installment in Benzinga's "The Crisis at Disney"

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Benzinga

The Crisis At Disney: Part 1, Bob Chapek's Blunder Road

This is part one of a four-part series, "The Crisis at Disney."

Los Angeles Times

Peter Rice ousted as Disney TV chief in major shake-up

Peter Rice, the chairman of Walt Disney Co.'s TV content division, has been fired from the Burbank-based entertainment giant in a move sure to rock Hollywood.

Benzinga

Former Disney CEO Bob Iger Invests In This Delivery Startup

Bob Iger, the former CEO and Chairman of Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS), has invested in the delivery startup, Gopuff. Iger joins as an advisor as Gopuff further establishes its global footprint and launches new verticals. Gopuff offers rapid delivery of various products, including cleaning and home products, medicine, pet care, office supplies, beauty and wellness…

Benzinga

If You Invested $1,000 In Disney When Bob Chapek Became CEO, Here's How Much You'd Have Now

Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) has seen its share of problems over the last couple of years with the COVID-19 pandemic impacting its parks and theatrical releases.

Benzinga

Funko Shares 'Pop' On Earnings And A New Investment: Here Are The Details

Shares of pop culture collectibles company Funko Inc (NASDAQ: FNKO) are rocketing higher after announcing first-quarter earnings and a new investment

Benzinga

Will Movie And TV Studios Stop Making Content In States Banning Abortions?

A decision to overturn Roe v. Wade could be coming soon from the U.S. Supreme Court. This ruling could put the banning or keeping abortions legal in the hands of states.

Benzinga

NFL Launches NFT Ticket Collection On Flow Blockchain: Are NFT Collectible Cards A New Trend?

The National Football League (NFL) launched a new "virtual commemorative ticket" non-fungible token (NFT) series for its NFL Draft event which offers 52 collectibles dedicated to each of the league's 32 teams selling for $52 each.

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