Josh D’Amaro Appointed as Disney’s New CEO, Marking the End of Iger’s Reign
The Walt Disney Company revealed on Tuesday that Josh D’Amaro, the current chairman of Disney Experiences, is set to become the company’s CEO on March 18, 2026. This decision, unanimously agreed upon by the board, concludes Bob Iger’s nearly two-decade-long leadership of the entertainment behemoth.
At 54, D’Amaro is a seasoned Disney veteran with 28 years of service. He has managed the company’s most profitable business segment, which raked in $36 billion in revenue in the 2025 fiscal year. Prior to his current role, he held the presidency of both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort, before taking the reins of the Disney Experiences division in 2020. His new role comes with an estimated pay package of $38 million.
Bob Iger, aged 74, plans to retire on December 31, 2026, after first joining Disney in 1996. He briefly stepped down in 2020, passing the leadership to Bob Chapek, but resumed his position in 2022 following Chapek’s turbulent tenure. Iger’s legacy includes major acquisitions such as Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, and 21st Century Fox, as well as the launch of the Disney+ streaming service.
In related news, Dana Walden, co-chairman of Disney Entertainment, has been appointed to the newly created role of President and Chief Creative Officer, reporting directly to D’Amaro.
Source: The Walt Disney Company