The years-in-the-works changing of the guard atop the C-suite at Disney is happening this week: The CEO mantle is being passed from Bob Iger to Josh D’Amaro, a 28-year veteran of the company most recently in charge of the Disney Experiences theme parks, cruises and consumer products division.
D’Amaro, 55, will officially assume the role as the ninth chief executive in Disney’s nearly 103-year history on Wednesday, March 18, coinciding with the company’s 2026 annual shareholders meeting.
Here are five things to know about D’Amaro:
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