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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Entertainment
Jasper Jolly and Mark Sweney

Former Disney CEO Bob Iger reappointed to role in surprise decision

Bob Iger and Mickey Mouse
Iger has agreed to serve another two years as Disney CEO. Photograph: Alberto E Rodríguez/Getty Images

Disney has reappointed Bob Iger as its chief executive in a surprise decision as the entertainment company ousted his hand-picked replacement, Bob Chapek, after less than three years in the job.

During Iger’s acclaimed 15-year reign, Disney made a series of big acquisitions, including the Marvel film franchise, the Pixar animation studio and the Star Wars film franchise.

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