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Disney Reveals Massive Salaries for D’Amaro and Walden
Disney’s latest SEC filings have pulled back the curtain on the salaries and bonus packages for the company’s new leadership duo. As Josh D’Amaro prepares to step into the CEO role and Dana Walden takes on the newly created position of President and Chief Creative Officer on March 18, 2026, the numbers confirm a significant investment in Disney’s future.
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Per official SEC filings, incoming Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro is set for a major payday when he takes the helm on March 18, 2026. D’Amaro will command a $2.5 million annual base salary, distributed in weekly installments. On top of his base pay, he is eligible for a massive annual performance bonus targeted at 250% of his salary.
The real “magic” in his contract lies in the long-term incentives; D’Amaro will receive $26.25 million in annual stock awards for every year he serves as CEO. To kick off his new era, he is also slated to receive a one-time promotional payout with a target value of $9.705 million.
When Josh D’Amaro and Dana Walden officially step into their new roles on March 18, 2026, they will do so with significant financial backing from the Board. Walden, as the new President and Chief Creative Officer, will receive a base salary of $3.75 million, with the potential to earn an annual bonus of up to 200% ($7.5 million). Her long-term incentives are equally robust, featuring $15.75 million in annual stock awards and a one-time promotional award valued at $5.26 million.
These new packages arrive on the heels of Bob Iger’s final full year as CEO. In 2025, Iger’s total compensation grew by 11.5% to reach $45.8 million. While his base salary has remained steady at $1 million for years, the bulk of his earnings came from:
- $21 million in stock awards
- $14 million in stock options
- $7.25 million cash bonus
- $2.59 million in other perks (including $1.85 million for security and $568,670 for personal air travel)
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