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Three Things Disney Fans Owe to Bob Chapek

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The short yet poignant Chapek Era of The Walt Disney Company is finally coming to an end, and many Disney fans and investors are in a period of rejoicing. And while many of us are happy to see Disney give its short-lived CEO the door, there are a few things that we need to thank Chapek for doing while he ...

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Report: Chapek Ousted by Rebellion from Within

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As more details continue to come to light surrounding the sudden departure of now-former Disney CEO Bob Chapek, we have now learned that it was the result of “festering discontent” among the top executives and investors, suggesting that, while the fans were left reeling, an actual rebellion occurred from within. Chapek will arguably be remembered for how he almost immediately ...

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Emergency Signal Given During Disney World Parade

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While Disney is a place of magic and wonder, sometimes things can go wrong, and Cast Members must pause the performance to deal with the situations that arise. There’s nothing quite like celebrating a holiday at a Disney Theme Park. Whether it’s the Halloween season, with all the spooktacular decor and parades, or the Christmas season with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, ...

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Could ‘Splash Mountain’ Make a Return? Bob Iger’s Stance

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While Disney is going through a whole host of changes at the moment, and in the midst of this, one previously controversial change has resurfaced. The Walt Disney Company has been going through some serious restructuring recently. Just yesterday, the Company announced that now former Disney CEO Bob Chapek was “stepping down,” although this was later revealed to be a ...

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Festival of Fantasy Replaced at Disney World

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The fan-favorite  “Festival of Fantasy” is being temporarily replaced at the Magic Kingdom in Disney World for the holiday season. The holidays at the Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort are extraordinary. The Disney Resort and its four Disney Parks: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, are wonderful places to spend the holidays. From Mickey’s ...

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Fans Put Forth Disney Was Better Pre-Covid

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Fans recently lamented the lack of an “off-season” at the Disney Parks, reminiscing about their previous “cheats” and hacks. The Central Florida  Walt Disney World Resort and the Southern California Disneyland Resort are two of the best places to enjoy a Disney vacation. The Disney magic is strong with these two Disney Resorts, and in particular, in each Theme Park, fans can frequent. ...

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Iger Was Not Disney’s First Pick for New CEO, They Were

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As Bob Iger gets reacquainted with his position as CEO of The Walt Disney Company, it has been revealed that the board of directors did not initially look to the former leader for a suitable replacement to the floundering Bob Chapek. According to The New York Times, the board came up with a few options both inside and outside the company. NYT reports ...

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Chapek’s CFO, Christine McCarthy, Likely Safe at Disney

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When one thinks about the “Chapek Era” of The Walt Disney Company, four key people come to mind: Now-former Disney CEO Bob Chapek, Distribution Chairman Kareem Daniel, Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro, and Disney CFO Christine McCarthy. Over the last 24 hours, two of those four key characters have already been shown the door. Last night it started with Chapek, ...

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Disney: Bob Chapek Fired “Without Cause”

Bob Chapek Firing

The Walt Disney Company released more information regarding its firing of now-former CEO Bob Chapek on Monday, November 21, and it appears that the board of directors did not find him in breach of his contract. According to a report submitted to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, Disney shared the following: “The Company exercised its right to terminate ...

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Bob Iger’s New Contract: Salary, End Date Revealed

Bob Iger Disney Contract

It appears more details have emerged regarding Bob Iger’s new CEO contract with The Walt Disney Company. Taking less than a year off after stepping down as Executive Chairman, Iger reportedly agreed to reprise his role as CEO immediately, less than three days after receiving the mysterious offer. According to Disney Insider Scott Gustin, “Bob Iger will be paid an ...

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