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NEWS: Bob Chapek’s Contract Extended 3 Years As CEO of The Walt Disney Company

Big decisions have been made regarding Disney’s current Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Disney CEO Bob Chapek in Disney World on its 50th Anniversary

Bob Chapek has been Disney’s CEO since early 2020. Chapek’s name has been at the center of a lot of news lately, from the situation with Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill (what critics call the “Don’t Say Gay” bill), to the firing of a top executive, and more. We previously shared that the contract for Bob Chapek, Disney’s CEO, was likely to be renewed, and now we’ve got an update.

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California’s Most Expensive Home Belongs to a Former Disney CEO

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If you’re a Disney fan who wants to live in the lap of luxury, there are some pretty unique ways to do it!

(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

In the past, we’ve seen plenty of Disney-inspired homes, even some that were fit for royalty! We’ve also shared photos of historic Disney houses and even the abodes of prominent executives from the company. But today, the house owned by a former Disney CEO may soon set a MAJOR record!

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NEWS: Disney Appoints Executive to Oversee Its Metaverse

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Disney loves to use new technology in its parks, movies, and more.

Hondo Ohnaka ©Walt Disney Imagineering

Over the years, we’ve seen things like trackless ride systems and stunning animatronics, and there is even more new and exciting technology on the horizon. Disney is known for trying to advance how they tell stories and create experiences, and soon they will be taking it to a whole new level with the metaverse. And now, the company has put someone in charge of its metaverse!

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“Who Can Do it Better Than Disney?” CEO Bob Chapek Comments on the Metaverse

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You may know a lot about the Disney Company’s past, and all of the things that are going on now (in the present), but where will the company be heading in the future?

Main Street, U.S.A.

We’ve heard some Disney executives discuss things related to NFTs, the metaverse, and other innovations that might be in Disney’s future. Recently Disney’s own CEO shared his thoughts on what the future of the Company could look like and one area where he thinks Disney will truly excel.

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Bob Iger Comments on Rumors of His Return as Disney’s CEO

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Lots of changes have been taking place in the Disney Company.

Magic Kingdom

We’ve seen a number of individuals leave, others change positions, the restructuring of divisions take place, and most recently the departure of former Disney CEO and executive chairman, Bob Iger. There have been rumors swirling, however, that Iger could return to the company in a BIG way. But just what does Iger himself have to say about it?

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Former Disney CEO Bob Iger Shares Why “It Was Time” for Him to Step Down

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Big changes are on the way for the Walt Disney Company.

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Bob Iger, the current Chairman of the Disney Company, will be stepping down at the end of this year. His replacement has already been announced, though one media analyst thinks Iger’s time with Disney isn’t over yet. Recently Iger sat down with CNBC and shared some details about why he chose to step down from his CEO role and what he’s got planned for the future.

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Disney CEO Comments on the Delta Variant and Its Impact on the Parks

By Jess Landers 20 Comments

Today the Disney Company held an earnings call, during which they shared information about the third quarter financials for the 2021 fiscal year.

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During the call, various Disney representatives and officials commented on capacity and attendance levels in the parks, announced a new Disney+ day, and talked about the Genie planning app. Disney CEO Bob Chapek also made some comments about the future of Disney with the COVID-19 Delta variant and the potential impact it could have on the company. And now we’re breaking down what you need to know about his comments.

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Disney News Was All OVER The Place This Week. Here Are the 8 BIGGEST Updates You Missed!

By Kelly Oliveros 2 Comments

WOW. What a week it has been!

Disney California Adventure Park

We knew that this week was going to be pretty big with the start of A Touch of Disney at Disney California Adventure Park (giving guests the first time to truly roam the park in over a YEAR), but so much other news was also announced this week. We’ve got updates on Disneyland, Black Widow, an EPCOT restaurant, Disney Cruise Line, and SO MUCH MORE!

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