Disney leadership just shifted in a major way. Josh D’Amaro has officially been named the new CEO of The Walt Disney Company, with his tenure set to begin on March 18. While this is corporate news on the surface, D’Amaro’s background makes this especially interesting for Star Wars fans — because his fingerprints are already all over some of the franchise’s most ambitious real-world experiences. From Parks Chief to Disney CEO Before stepping into the top role, D’Amaro served as Chairman of Disney Experiences, overseeing parks, resorts, cruise lines, and consumer products. Under his leadership, Disney leaned heavily into immersive, tech-forward environments rather than just traditional attractions. That approach had a direct impact on how Star Wars moved from screen to physical space. His Biggest Star Wars Contributions Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland and Walt Disney World D’Amaro helped lead development on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the massive Star Wars lands…
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Disney Board Reportedly Favors Josh D’Amaro to Succeed Bob Iger as CEO
The board of directors at The Walt Disney Company is reportedly aligned behind Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences, to become the company’s next chief executive officer, according to a new report from Bloomberg. If approved, D’Amaro would succeed Bob Iger, who has led the entertainment giant in two separate stints and is expected to step down before the end of his contract in 2026. 👉 Read the full Bloomberg report here A Parks and Experiences Leader Takes the Lead Josh D’Amaro, 54, has overseen the Disney Experiences segment — which includes the company’s globally recognized theme parks, resorts, cruise operations, merchandise, and consumer products — since 2020. During his tenure, that division has become a significant revenue driver for Disney, even as other business segments like streaming and traditional entertainment face headwinds. According to the Bloomberg report, the board is expected to vote on the leadership transition as soon…