Disney Names Josh D’Amaro as Next CEO, Ticker: DIS

[Para 1: The Walt Disney Company announces Josh D’Amaro, current parks and experiences division leader since 2020, as the new CEO, effective March 18, 2026. D’Amaro succeeds Bob Iger, marking a significant leadership transition for the company.] [Para 2-3: D’Amaro’s appointment follows years of succession planning. He will also assume the role of president and CEO of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. Dana Walden, current TV chief, is promoted to president and chief creative officer. Iger, stepping down, will remain as a senior adviser and board member until contract expiration. The move is expected to bolster Disney’s strategic growth and creative vision, as D’Amaro is known for his leadership and innovation in the parks sector.]