Disney announced that Josh D’Amaro will succeed Bob Iger as the company’s new chief executive officer. The transition marks the end of a three-year search to find a permanent replacement for Iger, who has been a long-serving leader at the entertainment giant.
D’Amaro currently holds the position of chairman of Disney’s international parks, experiences, and products segment. His appointment signals Disney’s confidence in his leadership as the company navigates a rapidly changing entertainment landscape, including shifts in streaming, theme park management, and content creation.
Bob Iger, who stepped down as CEO in 2020 after more than a decade at the helm, has remained with Disney in an executive role. His departure marks a significant leadership change for the company, which has faced various industry challenges in recent years.
The company stated that D’Amaro’s appointment will become effective immediately, and he will assume full responsibilities overseeing Disney’s broad portfolio of entertainment assets. The change is expected to impact Disney’s strategic direction amid ongoing industry transformation.