The Walt Disney Company plans to name CEO Bob Iger's replacement in early 2026, CNBC reported on Monday citing people with knowledge on the matter.
The sources detailed that four individuals, more specifically ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D'Amaro, and Disney Entertainment Co-Chairmen Dana Walden and Alan Bergman, have all held discussions with the company's succession committee in recent weeks.
Meanwhile, in a separate announcement, Disney revealed that its Chairman Mark Parker will be substituted in January 2025 by James Gorman, who has been acting as the head of the succession planning committee since August. "The Disney board has benefited tremendously from James Gorman's expertise and guidance, and we are lucky to have him as our next chairman," Iger commented.
