economy
February 3, 2026
Disney names parks and cruises boss Josh D’Amaro as next CEO
D’Amaro will take over next month from Bob Iger, who returned to lead the media company after a bungled succession
TL;DR
- Josh D’Amaro appointed as the new CEO of Disney, effective March.
- Bob Iger, who returned as CEO in 2022, will remain on the board until December.
- Dana Walden promoted to president and chief creative officer.
- D’Amaro previously chaired Disney’s experiences, overseeing theme parks and cruise ships.
- Disney reported increased profits from streaming services but warned of "headwinds" in theme park attendance.
- D’Amaro's compensation package includes a base salary, performance bonuses, and significant stock awards.
- Walden's compensation includes a base salary, performance bonuses, and stock awards.
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