The Latest Breaking News from Bob Chapek

Analysis: Why Can't Disney CEO Bob Chapek Be More Like His Predecessor Bob Iger?

It's difficult to think of another chief executive who has been the recipient of so much recent bad press in such a short period of time as the Walt Disney Co’s (NYSE: DIS) Bob Chapek.

Benzinga · Mar 14, 2022

Disney suspends political contributions in Florida as CEO apologizes for silence on ‘don’t say gay’ bill

ORLANDO, Fla. — Walt Disney CEO Bob Chapek is pausing all of the company’s political donations in Florida after the passage of the “don’t say gay” bill and apologized to his employees for his silence during the monthslong debate on the measure.

Orlando Sentinel · Mar 11, 2022

Disney pauses Florida political donations after The Independent and media reveal company gave thousands to ‘Don’t Say Gay’ supporters

CEO Bob Chapek apologises in staff memo for failure to ‘be a stronger ally in the fight for equal rights’

The Independent UK · Mar 11, 2022

Disney employees 'hurt' and 'angry' over CEO's response to Florida LGBTQ bill

Walt Disney Co. Chief Executive Bob Chapek on Wednesday tried to soothe outrage at the company's muted response to Florida's controversial bill restricting classroom instruction of sexual orientation and gender identity.

Los Angeles Times · Mar 10, 2022

LGBTQ Group Rejects Disney's $5M Donation, Demands More Action From The Company

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC), an LGBTQ-focused advocacy group, has rejected a proposed $5 million donation offered by Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS) CEO Bob Chapek by calling into question the company’s commitment to supporting LGBTQ rights.

Benzinga · Mar 10, 2022

Disney's political drama

The worlds of entertainment and politics are more intertwined than ever before.

Axios · Mar 10, 2022

Disney's Bob Chapek opposes Florida LGBTQ school bill, will meet with DeSantis

Walt Disney Co. Chief Executive Bob Chapek on Wednesday expressed concerns about Florida's controversial bill meant to limit classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity, after taking substantial heat for staying neutral.

Los Angeles Times · Mar 9, 2022

Disney CEO Bob Chapek Switches Gears To Publicly Criticize Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Legislation

After resisting efforts to issue a public statement regarding Florida’s controversial “Don’t Say Gay” legislation, Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS) CEO Bob Chapek reversed course and spoke openly against the legislation this morning during the company’s shareholders me

Benzinga · Mar 9, 2022

Disney CEO brokers last-ditch meeting with DeSantis to stop ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill

Disney entities donated thousands of dollars to Florida officials behind legislation that advocates warn will marginalise LGBT+ children and families

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2022

Animators And Media Figures Criticize Disney For 'Don't Say Gay' Silence

Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS) is continuing to generate criticism for the refusal of CEO Bob Chapek to issue a public statement opposing Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” legislation, with the union representing film industry animators and several prominent celebrities and media

Benzinga · Mar 9, 2022