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The Latest Breaking News from Bob Iger

Disney says it will name CEO Bob Iger’s second successor in 2026

Company taps former Morgan Stanley CEO James Gorman as its new board chair, who will lead the search

The Guardian - US

Shakeup at the top of Disney: New chairman named with new CEO expected in 2026

The Walt Disney Co. is tapping Morgan Stanley executive James Gorman to serve as its next chairman, beginning early next year

The Independent UK

Billionaires, celebrities, and CEOs like Bob Iger are investing in U.S. soccer—and the beautiful game’s American gold rush is just beginning

Further fueling the investing frenzy are expectations of the arrival of soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to the MLS and North America’s 2026 World Cup.

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Disney Plus is the latest paid sharing enforcer as an extra fee hits the US

Disney Plus detailed the launch of its paid sharing program for U.S. subscribers.

Android Central

Steve Jobs told Bob Iger not to stay too long at Disney so that he would still have time to enjoy life

Apple’s mastermind gave Disney’s top exec salient career advice.

Fortune

Disney's 'Moana 2' Set To Make Big Screen Splash

Disney's 'Moana 2' sequel transitions to a theatrical release, promising new characters and cultural celebration.

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NWSL’s Angel City sold for record-breaking $250m to Disney CEO Bob Iger

The sale more than doubles the previous record for an NWSL club and makes Angel City the highest-valued women’s franchise in history

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Why Is WBD Paying $8.5 Billion For a Physical Studio ... While It's $38 Billion in Debt and AI Production Is Dawning?

Also in this week's 'Next Text,' we break down Kamala Harris' Bigger DNC crowd sizes, and we look at how the Venu Sports guys really messed up

Broadcasting & Cable

Disney names Gorman to chair its succession planning committee

The Walt Disney Co. has tapped James Gorman to lead its succession planning committee as the entertainment company continues to work toward finding someone to take over the helm from Bob Iger

The Independent UK

Disney Appoints Morgan Stanley's James Gorman To Lead CEO Succession Planning

The company announced the decision on Wednesday as a major step in its leadership transition strategy.

International Business Times

Disney Names James Gorman Head of Succession Committee

Executive oversaw selection of new CEO at Morgan Stanley

Broadcasting & Cable

Disney Stock Forecast: Is the Worst Over for DIS in 2024?

With a YTD loss of over 5%, Disney is among the worst-performing Dow stocks in 2024. Here's the forecast for DIS stock, and a look at whether the worst is over for the entertainment giant.

Barchart

I Went To D23 — And Learned the Dark Secret Behind Disney

Disney’s “ultimate fan event” glorified all the worst parts of the brand. Here's why D23 is so weird, even if you love Disney movies and shows.

Inverse

‘How Disney adults recharge their magic’: inside Disney’s epic – and expensive – superfan event

Tens of thousands descend for the D23 conference – will familiar faces and bigger parks maintain their loyalty?

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Evening Standard

Disney Plus' password-sharing ban to begin in September

The American streaming service is doing a Netflix by stopping people outside a ‘household’ from sharing an account

Total Film

After announcing price hikes, Disney Plus confirms password-sharing crackdown to begin next month

It’s finally happening

iMore

Disney Plus to crack down on password sharing beginning in September according to Disney CEO Bob Iger

Disney is about to crack down on Disney Plus password sharing starting in September according to CEO Bob Iger.

Tom’s Guide

Disney Plus’ password sharing crackdown starts 'in earnest' next month — what you need to know

Disney Plus's password sharing crackdown could actually start next month — here's what we know.

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TechRadar

The Disney Plus password crackdown is coming in September, and I'm fed up of streaming services taking me for a ride

As Disney announces when its password sharing crackdown will begin in the near future, it's time we re-evaluate our relationships with streaming platforms.

Fortune

Boeing waves its mandatory retirement age for new CEO Kelly Ortberg

Ortberg joins Disney’s Bob Iger, Target's Brian Cornell, and other CEOs in skirting company retirement rules to get the top job.

Broadcasting & Cable

Why It’s ‘Stupid’ for David Zaslav to Chase an NBA Package So Specifically Designed for Amazon

Also in this week’s ‘Next Text,’ we ponder Pete Rose’s next sports bet, the irresistible proposition of fixed wireless ... and a bleak but terrifyingly possible future in which we don’t get to vote anymore

The Independent UK

Ex-Marvel boss sells entire stake in Disney after losing board fight

Perlmutter was laid off in 2023 despite remaining Marvel CEO during Disney takeover

TechRadar

I got a sneak peek of Deadpool & Wolverine – and you'll need to run, not walk to theaters to watch this Marvel mayhem

I watched the first 35-minutes of Deadpool & Wolverine – and if you haven't already, you must book a ticket to watch it in theaters.

Barchart

2 Turnaround Stocks to Buy This July Amid Shaky Markets

While 'turnaround' is a much-abused word in the corporate world, Disney and Intel look like two turnaround stocks that can reward long-term and patient investors.

Sports Illustrated

Angel City FC Becomes Most Valuable Women’s Sports Team After Landmark Deal

The L.A.-based NWSL team is now valued at $250 million.

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