Disney CEO Succession: Josh D’Amaro a Leading Candidate to Replace Bob Iger

Big news (and speculation!) is swirling about Disney’s next CEO. Bob Iger’s contract is extended through December 2026, and Disney’s board has made choosing his successor a top priority. Recent reports from The Wall Street Journal and People magazine reveal that Disney’s CEO succession committee is considering several internal candidates. Leading the pack is Josh D’Amaro, president of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products.

D’Amaro has been with Disney for decades – he started as a ride operator and rose to oversee theme parks and new attractions like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Avengers Campus. Wall Street buzz suggests he is viewed as a frontrunner for the CEO role. Other names on the list reportedly include content chiefs like Dana Walden (Disney Entertainment) and Alan Bergman (Studios), as well as Jimmy Pitaro (ESPN). Disney Board member James Gorman is overseeing the transition process, and insiders say the fresh leadership pick will have the freedom to build new original stories for the parks.

For Disney fans and Parks visitors, this talk is mostly armchair analysis – nothing official has been announced. But it’s exciting to think that someone so connected to the Parks could take the helm. Until Disney makes a formal announcement, all we can do is stay tuned. If D’Amaro does become CEO, his deep Parks experience might mean more focus on attractions and guest experiences in the future. We’ll be watching the headlines closely and will let you know as soon as Disney confirms any details.

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