Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro Faces Star Wars and Marvel Slump, AI and More
Variety • • general
Key Points:
- Josh D’Amaro, known for his personable leadership style dubbed “the Josh Effect,” is set to become CEO of The Walt Disney Company on March 18, 2025, succeeding Bob Iger amid a rapidly changing entertainment landscape.
- Disney faces significant challenges including the decline of cable TV revenue, increased competition from streaming services and tech giants, and the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence on content creation and animation.
- Under D’Amaro’s leadership, Disney Experiences—encompassing parks, cruises, and consumer products—has grown substantially, contributing 71% of Disney’s operating income, contrasting with declines in the entertainment and ESPN divisions.
- D’Amaro is expected to focus on revitalizing Disney’s key franchises like Marvel and Star Wars,
