Disney names Josh D'Amaro CEO, succeeding Bob Iger on March 18

Disney's board unanimously chose Josh D'Amaro, previously chairman of Disney Experiences, as chief executive, effective at the March 18, 2026 annual meeting, when he also joins the board. Bob Iger becomes senior adviser and stays on the board until he retires on December 31, 2026. Dana Walden was named president and chief creative officer, reporting to D'Amaro. The stock barely moved, closing down 0.22% at $104.22 on the announcement day.

• Josh D'Amaro becomes CEO at the March 18, 2026 annual meeting and joins the board
• Bob Iger: senior adviser and board member until retirement on December 31, 2026
• Dana Walden: president and chief creative officer from March 18, reporting to D'Amaro
• DIS closed at $104.22, down 0.22%, on February 3, 2026