Bob Iger Steps Down As Disney CEO, but He’ll Stay with the Company in a Creative Role

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After 15 years of ruling the house of mouse, Bob Iger is stepping down from his CEO position for a more comfortable role within the massive entertainment company. Iger will remain with Disney in a creative position, but the keys to the kingdom are being handed to another Bob – Bob Chapek, whose previous stint was Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products.



“With the successful launch of Disney’s direct-to-consumer businesses and the integration of Twenty-First Century Fox well underway, I believe this is the optimal time to transition to a new CEO,” Mr. Iger said. “I have the utmost confidence in Bob and look forward to working closely with him over the next 22 months as he assumes this new role and delves deeper into Disney’s...

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