There is a rumor going around that California will finally release theme park reopening guidelines tomorrow. LA reporter Elex Michaelson posted the following on Twitter: NEW: @CAgovernor @GavinNewsom hints that his HHS Sec. Dr. Ghaly will announce new guidelines for theme parks tomorrow…and the state will offer different guidelines for
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Bob Iger has quit Gov. Gavin Newsom’s economic recovery task force
According to The Sacramento Bee, Disney chairman Bob Iger has quit California governor Gavin Newsom’s economic task force. A Disney spokesperson confirmed the information last night but wouldn’t say why or precisely when Iger left the task force. Newsom announced the economic task force back in April. Iger was among
Disney Legend Regis Philbin Passes Away at 88
Disney Legend Regis Philbin passed away from natural causes on Friday, July 24, his family shared. The Emmy® Award-winning morning show host, who was also beloved for hosting ABC’s Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, was just one month shy of his 89th birthday. “Regis was a very special part of our
Inspired Schoolgirl Asks for Disney Princesses with Glasses
Inspired Schoolgirl Asks for Disney Princesses with Glasses Eleven-year-old Lowri Moore, from Nottingham, England, wrote a letter to Bob Iger last year requesting the creation of Disney princesses that wear glasses. According to BBC News, Lowri, who wears glasses, said that she wanted to see more characters “wearing glasses
Bob Iger responds to TikTok Superhero
Julian Bass, a 20-year-old Georgia State University student, recently created an amazing VFX video to share on TikTok. The video shows Julian transforming into three of his favorite heroes: Jedi wielding a lightsaber, Ben 10, and Spider-Man. He shared the video to Twitter, which quickly went viral, and he earned
Walt Disney Company issues a statement in a time of unrest in the US
The Walt Disney Company has just issued a statement in this time of unrest due to the killing of George Floyd. Dear Fellow Employee, The recent killing of George Floyd as well as other instances of lethal attacks and harassment of unarmed black citizens in our nation continue to drive
Disney Gives Back to First Responders
In a Tweet to Bob Iger from twitter user Tracie Cuccia back in April, the Chief of the Englishtown Manalapan First Aid Squad asked Disney for a few items for their EMS Crews. @RobertIger I am the Chief of the Englishtown Manalapan First Aid Squad and also a huge Disney
Bob Iger added to California’s Coronavirus Business Recovery Task Force
It seems that Bob Iger will be taking on more responsibilities outside of the Walt Disney Company this year. Bob is joining the ranks of California Governor Gavin Newsom’s business recovery task force. The new task force is comprised of California business owners, notable politicians, and corporate leaders. The goal
Bob Iger congratulates the Animal Kingdom Care Team for winning prestigious award
In a recent tweet, Bob Iger shares a message on how he is very proud of the Animal Kingdom Care Team for winning a prestigious award… I have always been very proud of our team at Disney's Animal Kingdom, who set extremely high standards and live by them every day.
Bob Iger returning to head up Disney again during the current pandemic
Not that long ago Bob Iger stepped down as CEO of the Walt Disney Company rather suddenly, naming Bob Chapek as his replacement. The news caught many off guard but most of us who follow Disney News day in and day out kinda knew it was coming (he has been
Chairman Bob Iger Says More New Disney Movies Could Premiere on Disney+
Chairman Bob Iger Says More New Disney Movies Could Premiere on Disney+. In a recent interview with Barron’s Former Disney CEO, now Chairman, Bob Iger shared insight into how Disney plans to handle the delays in theatrical releases for films meant to premiere in 2020 and future Disney Films. “There
Bob Iger talks about possible changes coming to Disney Parks when they reopen
In an interview with Barron’s, former CEO Bob Bob Iger talks about possible changes coming to Disney Parks when they reopen after the Coronavirus pandemic. With Disney Parks & Resorts being closed around the world Bob Iger discussing the challenges of reopening the Disney Theme Parks and getting people to
Bob Iger Explains Why ‘Song of the South’ Will Never Stream on Disney+
Bob Iger Explains Why ‘Song of the South’ Will Never Stream on Disney+. Executive Chairman Bob Iger confirmed on Wednesday that the 1946 Disney film Song of the South will never stream on Disney+, even with an “outdated cultural depictions” disclaimer. The film has been all but wiped from the public eye except on
Bob Iger to step down as Disney CEO effective immediately, Bob Chapek to take his place
The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Board of Directors announced today that Bob Chapek has been named Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company, effective immediately. Mr. Chapek most recently served as Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. Robert A. Iger assumes the role of Executive Chairman and will
